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Welcoming David Felix, MD, to Scripps Clinic, Torrey Pines Dr. Felix provides comprehensive primary care to adults 18 and older and focuses on preventive care and management of complex, chronic conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity and arthritis. He speaks Spanish as well as English.

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

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HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS’ LACROSSE

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LOCAL FAMILY

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TORREY PINES ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY

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INNOVATIVE SOLUTION AWARD

Carmel Valley’s high school girls’ lacrosse programs allow players to develop their skills and work together towards a common goal. Read along as we speak with Varsity Head Coaches Kaitlin Doucette, Gabby Kraszewski, and Kristen Micho to find out more.

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VOL. 6, NO. 6

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Independence in a Modern World

P U B L I S HE R

Derrick Breaux D IRE C TO R O F B U SINE S S DE V E LO PME NT

Jessica Breaux ASSO C IAT E E DI TO R S

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hings were different when I was growing up. Kids didn’t have cell phones.

Video games were barely becoming a thing. There was no Netflix or DVR. You had to plan ahead to watch your favorite shows.

Independence came in the form of two wheels. I rode my bike everywhere.

I knew the streets and the shortcuts in my neighborhood better than my parents did. There were days that I would be gone exploring the open roads until dark. I didn’t need to be constantly entertained, and I certainly wasn’t connected to all my friends wirelessly. Life was slower. It was a simpler time. I’m sure there were things that we did that would raise an eyebrow or two, but we made it through the coming of age.

Times have changed. Gone are the days of innocence and independence in our youth. Teens and preteens are constantly glued to their smart phones. Things move fast. Group text messages, Instagram, Snapchat, and who knows what other apps are now consuming the majority of their time. They can even watch TV on their phones! I had a 13-inch black-and-white TV in my bedroom when I was a kid. And it only had 12 channels (three of which would catch a station).

Just when I thought that all hope was lost for our kids and their desire (or lack of desire) to achieve independence, my son and a couple of his close buddies surprised me the other day. With permission, they took it upon themselves to jump on their bikes (after pumping up the tires due to lack of use) and explore the neighborhood. Of course, I did what any SoCal father would do in that situation – I tracked most of their impromptu journey with the help of the Share My Location family feature on my phone – but they didn’t know that.

Derrick Breaux I was proud of them. They had a blast exploring the local Publisher area. They even decided to hide their bikes behind some bushes and hike the local hills. As a father, this made me cringe. But the kid in me felt this was awesome. The thought of this brought me back to my childhood. I wish I could have been invisibly hovering over them listening to their conversations. What were they talking about?

They came back that evening with tons of stories. My wife and I listened with undivided attention. They giggled. We all laughed. We pushed for more stories. They ran into friends along the way. They encountered hills that were too steep to pedal. There were daring stories of climbing rocks, walking on trails that were deadly (at least in their mind – and that’s all that matters). For a moment, perhaps for just part of a day, my son experienced the type of independence that I had growing up. I am now confident that he will find his own hybrid form of independence in this modern world.

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Students are at the forefront of Marshall Middle School’s theater department. 92131 Magazine spoke with Director Jeff Russell to learn more about their hard work, creativity, and passion.

FAR-AWAY CONNECTIONS

Hien Trinh and Evelyne Vu-Tien give back to their local community and their country of origin.

INSPIRED WRITER

High school freshman Emma McIntosh helps others escape into stories through her middle-grade mystery novel.

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Between surpassing challenges and winning championships, Bronco roller hockey players are proud to represent Rancho Bernardo High School.

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Join our conversation with Music Director Megan Ratcliff to find out how aspiring musicians have the opportunity to build experience and explore their passions at La Costa Canyon High School.

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The San Diego County Sheriff’s North Coastal Station partners with local communities to keep residents safe.

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The Del Norte High School Ladies Soccer Program fosters excellence on and off the field. We spoke with Head Coach Gary Rossi to learn more.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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FEBRUARY FEB. 1 – 28

MACY’S MUSEUM MONTH Half-off admissions to over 40 museums throughout San Diego Pick up a free pass at any local Macy’s store www.sandiegomuseumcouncil.org

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GROUNDHOG DAY

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KID’S NIGHT OUT Drop off your little ones for five hours of snacks, games, dinner, and a movie; $15 per person 5 – 9:30 p.m.

Carmel Valley Recreation Center To register call 858-552-1616

FEB. 10

OH! WHAT A NIGHT GALA Dinner, auction, and a show with Tony Award winner Christian Hoff 5 p.m. | Canyon Crest Academy www.canyoncrestfoundation.org

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MARCH 17

THURSDAYS

Writing workshops taught by renowned speakers in a variety of subjects that include poetry, fantasy, journalism, screenwriting, college essay writing, romance, flash fiction, action, comics, horror fiction, and more; free to all high school students; pre-registration required 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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A week of events and a one-day conference to inspire, empower, and connect women www.sdwomensweek.com

Learn to speak with confidence and poise in front of an audience 12 p.m.

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ST. PATRICK’S DAY

SAN DIEGO WOMEN’S WEEK

FREE TEEN HEART SCREENING

FEB. 28

9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Torrey Pines High School Register at www.epsavealife.org

RECURRING

SENIOR LUNCH Free lunch, cards, and board games for ages 50 and up; registration required 12:30 – 2 p.m.

Carmel Valley Recreation Center For more information call 858-552-1616

TUESDAYS

TORREY PINES TOASTMASTERS Learn to speak with confidence and poise in front of an audience 12 – 1 p.m. | Vistage International, 11452 El Camino Real www.tptm.info

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CARMEL VALLEY RECREATION COUNCIL MEETING

FEB. 14

VALENTINE’S DAY

FEB. 15 – 25

SAN DIEGO THEATRE WEEK 2018 Special ticket prices at various locations throughout San Diego www.sandiegotheatreweek.com

FEB. 16

LUNAR NEW YEAR

6TH ANNUAL CARMEL VALLEY 5K AND FUN RUN Community race and post party benefiting local schools; presented by Pardee Homes 5K Start: 7:30 a.m.

Fun Run Start: 8:45 a.m.

Starts and ends at The Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch www.carmelvalley5k.com

WEDNESDAYS

AFTERSCHOOL HOMEWORK CLUB

FEB. 19

Free of charge; permission slip required; ages 6-12 1 – 2 p.m.

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DEL MAR MESA PLANNING BOARD MEETING 7 – 9 p.m.

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4TH THURSDAYS

CARMEL VALLEY COMMUNITY PLANNING BOARD MEETING 7 p.m.

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FRIDAYS

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3RD FRIDAYS TEEN NIGHT

Supervised games, entertainment, and seasonal events for ages 13-17; permission slip required 7 – 10 p.m.

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S P O R T S R E G I S T R AT I O N & A N N O U N C E M E N T S BADMINTON OPEN PLAY BADMINTON

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Wednesdays: 5 – 8:50 p.m.

Saturdays: 8 – 11:50 a.m., 4:05 – 5:50 p.m.

Ocean Air Recreation Center www.sandiego.gov

Tuesdays: 2:15 – 3:50 p.m.

Thursdays: 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Fridays: 2:30 – 4:50 p.m.

Saturdays: 12 – 4 p.m. (Adults) Ocean Air Recreation Center www.sandiego.gov

Feb. 5, 12 For all registered North Shore Girls Softball players 8U: 6 – 7 p.m.

10U+: 7 – 8 p.m.

Carmel Valley Recreation Center www.northshoregirlssoftball.com

BASEBALL DEL MAR AMERICAN LITTLE LEAGUE Spring 2018 season waitlist registration open through April 10 Register online at www.delmaramerican.org

DEL MAR NATIONAL LITTLE LEAGUE Spring 2018 season Opening Day: March 3 Register online at www.delmarnational.org

PICKLEBALL OPEN PLAY PICKLEBALL Mondays and Thursdays: 11 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Wednesdays: 10:15 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Fridays: 10:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.

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SKATEBOARDING CARMEL VALLEY SKATE PARK 10 a.m. – Dusk 12600 El Camino Real www.sandiego.gov

SOCCER NORTH COUNTY SOCCER PARK Indoor soccer leagues always starting for all ages www.ncspsoccer.com

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WALK AND RUN 9TH ANNUAL WARRIOR SPIRIT 5K RUN/WALK Feb. 3 Support the Mitchell Thorp Foundation and children battling life-threatening medical conditions 8:30 a.m. | Poinsettia Park www.mitchellthorp.org

6TH ANNUAL CARMEL VALLEY 5K AND FUN RUN March 11 Benefiting local schools 7:30 a.m. | The Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch www.carmelvalley5k.com

8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Carmel Valley Community Park 8 a.m. – 9:45 p.m.

Canyonside Community Park www.sandiego.gov

VOLLEYBALL OPEN PLAY VOLLEYBALL FOR ADULTS Fridays: 5 – 8:50 p.m.

Saturdays: 12 – 4 p.m.

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S T U D E N T S TA R

YOUTH LEADER STEPHEN YANG MAKES AN IMPACT ACROSS THE GLOBE

by LINDA FRABL | photos by Alan Smith Photography

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tephen Yang, a senior at Canyon Crest Academy, has the leadership, generous spirit, and overall gumption to create a positive difference in the world. Much of his service-minded attitude stems from his involvement as the president of the Alliance of Youth Leaders in the United States (AYLUS), a nonprofit promoting the planning and execution of volunteer projects that benefit the community.

“I enjoy developing leadership skills for youths and empowering them to do something good for the community,” Stephen commented. A small sampling of the AYLUS accomplishments Stephen has achieved include raising $21,073 for Hurricane Harvey/Irma relief, organizing 16 computer-for-kids events, organizing 24 STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Challenge camps for the children of refugees and immigrants, collecting 18,507 books for various children-based charities, and organizing over 100 fundraising music performances to benefit charities (e.g., the San Diego Brain Injury Foundation, the United Cerebral Palsy of Escondido, and the Ronal McDonald House).

Perhaps the most impressive of all of Stephen’s good deeds is that he co-founded – along with his brother, Christopher – the Gift of Vision and Hearing (GIVE), a nonprofit dedicated to the collection and distribution of used eyeglasses and hearing aids for the needy all over the world. The idea stemmed from Stephen’s weekly AYLUS music therapy sessions for a 17-year-old partially blind and paralyzed brain injury patient

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who had suffered a boating accident three years earlier.

Stephen elaborated, “This patient got me thinking about the thousands of people all over the world who had poor vision and hearing from premature birth, disease, or injuries. I had a strong feeling to do something about it, so after discussions with my parents and lots of planning, I founded GIVE.” The GIVE organization has since collected more than 14,000 pairs of eyeglasses, lenses, and hearing aids, and donated them to recipients in Brazil, Cambodia, Ecuador, Honduras, Mexico, Nepal, Nicaragua, Tanzania, and Uganda. There is even a Yang Ophthalmic Center in Luweero, Uganda.

When he isn’t studying or volunteering, Stephen is the principal cellist for the San Diego Youth Symphony, and he thrives on playing chess, writing, and tennis. His future goal is to be an entrepreneur or a physician, adding, “I’m inspired by nature, music, art, and poetry.” ¢

Name: School: Grade: Parents: Sibling: Favorite Local Spots:

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Second Chance Beer Co. Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.

Schooner Station Tuesdays at 7 p.m.

Pitchers Sports Bar Tuesdays at 8 p.m.

Poway's Irish Pub Thursdays at 7 p.m.

D Street Bar & Grill Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.

Take a tasty weekend break for fresh local produce and other treats at a nearby farmers market. The Del

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armel Valley native Alexander Simone recently appeared on ABC’s Shark Tank with his product ProntoBev, a device that chills an entire bottle of wine (or any beverage) in 30 seconds. The idea for ProntoBev was conceived in 2013, when Alexander wanted to drink a bottle of Chardonnay but didn’t have any in the refrigerator. He created the first ProntoBev prototype with a pasta strainer, ice, and salt. It succeeded at instantly chilling the wine, but it was also watered down and salty. He worked on another prototype the next day, but then shelved the idea until 2015. There have been 14 ProntoBev prototypes since then, with the final version completed in early 2017.

Soon after he launched a funding campaign on Indiegogo, Shark Tank reached out to Alexander about being on the show.

The episode aired in November 2017. There was interest from the Sharks and, after some

banter, Alexander ultimately accepted an offer from Mark Cuban. “I was thrilled to have made a deal with Mark Cuban,” Alexander shared. “He was the Shark I went in there hoping to catch!”

Alexander, who currently lives in San Francisco, has not forgotten his San Diego roots. He attended Sage Canyon Elementary School, Carmel Valley Middle School, and Canyon Crest Academy, and later attended Arizona State University, where he studied business entrepreneurship.

Much of his large extended family lived in the Carmel Valley area while he was growing up as well. “It has been a great home to the whole Simone clan!”

Alexander’s products, including his quick wine aerator device called ProntoAer, are currently available online, and will be sold in stores this year. For more information about the products and investment opportunities go to www.prontoconcepts.com. ¢

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he Coons family has a long history in San Diego that dates back the 1940s, when both Jeff and Alyson’s grandparents migrated to the area from Kansas and Louisiana, respectively. Jeff’s parents were both born and raised in San Diego, and met when they were in sixth grade.

Jeff and Alyson met through mutual friends in college, but didn’t begin dating until after they had graduated and were living in San Francisco – Alyson says it was love at first sight! After a stint in North Carolina while Jeff was attending business school at Duke, the Coonses settled in Carmel Valley, where they have now lived for 18 years. “We love being close to the beach, the great schools, and our fantastic neighbors,” they shared.

“It’s been an ideal community to raise our children in.”

The Coons kids – Sam, 15, Lauren, 13, and Chloe, 9 – are quite involved with school and community activities. Sam plays football and golf at Horizon Prep, and also enjoys video games. Lauren attends Pacific Trails Middle School, where she is a member of the drama, book, and ukulele clubs. She spends as much of her free time reading as possible. Chloe loves animals and is also part of the drama club at Sycamore Ridge Elementary School.

Professionally, Alyson is a mortgage banker for RWMI and Jeff works in the finance world. Jeff and his brother Mark also teach an investment club at Horizon Prep every week. Outside of work, the couple loves cooking, good food, and seeing live music at the Belly Up with friends. As a family, the

Coonses enjoy skiing and spending time at the beach. “We love the unique events at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, from the Cat Show to the Gem Faire to the KAABOO festival, and picnicking at San Dieguito Park,” Alyson said.

The Coons family is rounded out by three pets: Kobe the dog; Blue the parakeet, who, according to Alyson, “can talk and mimic every person in our family, including the dog, as well as sing the Star Wars theme song”; and Poppy the hamster, who “obsessively washes her face and hoards food.” The Coonses are loving life in Carmel Valley – carrying on their families’ history in San Diego. ¢ Parents: Children: Community: Parents’ Hometowns: Parents’ Occupations: Pets: Favorite Local Spots:

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Local Student’s Play Featured at The Old Globe Torrey Highlands resident Sofia Miller was named a winner in the Playwrights Project’s 2017 California Young Playwrights Contest, resulting in a stage reading of her play in the 33rd Annual Plays by Young Writers festival at The Old Globe in January. Sofia wrote the play, called A Life or Death Situation, in a playwriting program at Black Mountain Middle School taught by Playwrights Project Teaching Artist Wendy Waddell.

Contest winners were selected by a panel of esteemed judges from 432 scripts submitted by students ages 11 to 18 across the state. The selection criteria focused on creative ideas, intriguing and authentic characters, fresh use of language, a story that is revealed through dialogue and action, and a script that would benefit from further development in the production process. Four winning scripts received full professional productions, and two scripts received staged readings in the festival. Learn more about the Playwrights Project at www.playwrightsproject.org.

Soroptimist High Tea and Fashion Show Soroptimist International of Poway (SIP) and Soroptimist International of North San Diego (SINSD) are once again joining forces on the philanthropic event of the season. The annual High Tea lets the community come together – with their fanciest hats – for a fashion show, auctions, social hour, refreshments, and more. This year’s event will be held Sunday, March 25 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar. SIP’s Paula Ramos and SINSD’s Amanda Grey serve as this year’s co-chairs, and CBS News 8’s Carlo Cecchetto will be Master of Ceremonies. Fashion Forward and television personality Leonard Simpson will present the fashion show.

SIP and SINSD’s High Tea benefits a number of programs supporting women and girls, including the clubs’ Transitional Housing Program, which provides apartments for survivors of domestic violence and their children.

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Torrey Meadows Neighborhood Park Opens

Mayor Kevin Faulconer, District Five Councilmember Mark Kersey, and other city officials recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Torrey Meadows Neighborhood Park in Torrey Highlands, officially opening the park to the public. “A once overgrown and underutilized plot of land has been transformed into the spacious, family-friendly park this community deserves,” said Councilman Kersey. “The Torrey Meadows Neighborhood Park is a welcomed addition to the neighborhood, with open space and features that people of all ages can enjoy.”

The 5.3-acre park includes two children’s play areas, shade structures, picnic tables, a half-basketball court, restrooms, droughttolerant landscaping, and a parking lot. The project broke ground in October 2016, and is the 13th park to open since Mayor Faulconer pledged to break ground or improve 50 parks over five years. It is located at 13499 Torrey Meadows Dr. and serves residents in Torrey Highlands, Black Mountain Ranch, and Rancho Peñasquitos.

Local Dentists Donate to Military Troops

Specialty Ice Cream in Carmel Valley Baskin Robbins has recently expanded its chain of specialty ice cream shops with its brand new location at 3840 Valley Centre Dr. The shop offers a wide variety of ice cream flavors, custom ice cream cakes, frozen beverages, and more. The staff in Carmel Valley includes creative cake decorator April, who caters to each individual’s unique needs.

Baskin Robbins strives to be a place where local community members can connect and create memories together. The shop often hosts fundraisers for local organizations and every Tuesday is Family Night from 5 p.m. until close.

Dentists from Carmel Valley Smiles hosted their annual Halloween Candy Buy-Back, this year teaming up with local schools to collect candy with a friendly competition between classrooms. A total of 2,755 pounds of candy was collected and donated to United Service Organizations (USO) San Diego for local troops. Winners of the student competition received dental kits, pizza parties, and earned money for school projects, such as new gym equipment and school gardens. The dentists were able to donate the remaining $600 in toys to AJ’s Kids Crane for Rady Children’s Hospital.

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armel Valley is home to three outstanding high schools – Torrey Pines, Canyon Crest Academy, and Cathedral Catholic – all of which offer students the opportunity to participate in various academic and athletic pursuits. Among them is the girls’ lacrosse program,

where players stick together, develop their skills, and learn valuable lessons that translate to life off the field. Join us as we speak with Varsity Head Coaches Kaitlin Doucette, Gabby Kraszewski, and Kristen Micho about how the teams are gearing up for success in the new season.

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Q&A with

Torrey Pines Varsity Girls’ Lacrosse Coach Kaitlin Doucette

What is the history of the program, and how has it evolved over the years?

I began coaching at TP as the varsity assistant alongside Lauren Moyer. I became the head coach in 2011. This will be my ninth season at Torrey – my eighth as a head coach.

program has been developing a program-wide sense of mutual commitment to a common goal. With that mutual commitment comes a natural dedication to do whatever it takes to achieve the goals that we put to paper at the start of every season.

• 2010: 19-3 (CIF Champions) • 2011: 18-2 (CIF Champions)

Can you tell us about your experience with the sport, and what led you to your current role?

I grew up in Washington, DC where I attended a girl’s private school. I got involved in lacrosse in seventh grade when I had to select a spring sport to play. I played club under one of the more recognizable individuals in the sport (Kathy Jenkins) who sparked my love of the

• 2012: 11-7 • 2013: 11-8 • 2014: 8-12 • 2015: 16-6 • 2016: 20-2 (CIF Champions) • 2017: 23-0 (CIF Champions) What is the mission of the Torrey Pines Girls’ Lacrosse program?

The guiding principle behind the Torrey Pines Girls’ Lacrosse program lies in the belief of the educational value that athletics provide to our student-athletes. We strive to develop an environment that enables our athletes to aim for uncompromised excellence in her highest academic, athletic, and individual aspirations.

You can see the ups and downs of the program reflected in our record. While we were always competitive, there was certainly a great deal of growth that needed to take place. One of the most important evolutions of the

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Torrey Pines High School Varsity Girls’ Lacrosse Team Head Coach: Assistant Coach: Website: Email:

Kaitlin Doucette Kelly Connors www.tphslax.com tphslaxgirls@gmail.com

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C O V E R F E AT U R E game. I played club for the Capital Lacrosse Club. After my junior year of high school, I tried out for and made the USA Women’s Lacrosse u-19 team. I was part of the 24-man roster that won the gold that summer. I ended up committing to play at the University of Virginia the summer prior to my senior year of high school. I tore two ACLs while at college and ended up taking a fifth year and getting my master’s in education in that fifth year. During my five years, I was part of an amazing group of women that won a National Championship (competed for three) and won four ACC titles.

A combination of educational background and love of the sport brought me to where I am today. When I first moved to San Diego, I began working for a company called Adrenaline Lacrosse. With Adrenaline, I initially ran the grassroots marketing efforts where I planned and coordinated demos in PE classes all over San Diego to introduce the sport to younger athletes. I built Adrenaline’s social presence and ran the marketing department until 2014.

While at Adrenaline, I got involved with West Coast Starz – geared towards college recruitment. I took on a larger role with the club in 2010 and have been co-directing the club with Rebecca Kingsbury since 2014.

In 2015, I started the RC Lacrosse Club which serves as the youth program in the Carmel Valley/Del Mar/Solana/Rancho area.

How many students are generally on the varsity team? What is the tryout process like, and who is eligible?

I generally carry 18-22 players on my varsity roster. We will also bring up players at the end of the regular season to expose them to the excitement surrounding tournament time. Any Torrey Pines student (9th-12th grade) who is “cleared” by the school is allowed to try out for the program. Tryouts usually last a week.

When does the season begin and end?

We will begin tryouts on February 19 – and we hope to be playing in the CIF Championship on May 12.

The team earned the CIF Championship title the past two years. How did it feel to be part of that accomplishment?

Winning CIF is an added bonus to a successful season. I learned quickly that if you live and die by your record, you’re not going to stick around very long. It has to be about something more than that. From a larger program perspective, however, winning CIF helps prove to our girls that their efforts were worth it. By trusting in the process and committing to coming together in pursuit of a common goal, these girls realize that all of the time and energy, discipline, and sacrifices were indeed worth it.

What are you most looking forward to as the new season approaches?

Even in my ninth year, every season is a unique challenge for me. Each season brings a new group of girls to work with, new opponents, and new situations to go through together. I’m looking forward to seeing what this group is

capable of and what the legacy of my 2018 class is going to look like.

What is the most rewarding aspect of coaching? The most challenging?

Most rewarding: seeing my players come together in pursuit of something far bigger than what they could accomplish individually.

Most challenging: taking a group of individuals and developing that sense of mutual commitment.

What are the short-term and long-term goals for the program?

Short term: 2018 goals will get decided by the team once we have had tryouts. Goals will likely include League and CIF titles. Another short-term goal for this year is to ramp up our engagement in the community through more community service-based initiatives.

Long term: continue to develop the lacrosse community in San Diego – we hope to establish ourselves from a national perspective as well.

Continue to develop young women who strive for uncompromised excellence in whatever they choose to pursue both on and off the field.

What other accolades has the team garnered over the years?

• CIF Player of the Year 2010: Katie Trees • CIF Player of the Year 2011: Anna Knowles • CIF San Diego, Coach of the Year 2016 • US Lacrosse, Coach of the Year 2016 • California Coaches Association, California State Coach of the Year 2016 • CIF Player of Year 2016: Taylor Scornavacco • CIF Player of the Year 2017: Taylor Scornavacco

Q&A with

Canyon Crest Academy Varsity Girls’ Lacrosse Coach Gabby Kraszewski What is the mission of the CCA Girls’ Lacrosse program?

Our program aims to create a culture of competition while empowering athletes to be leaders on and off the field.

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Can you tell us about your experience with the sport, and what led you to your current role?

I grew up in San Diego and started playing lacrosse goalie in high school, continuing on to play at the collegiate level. Currently I play for a local adult league. Last year, I headed

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Canyon Crest Academy Varsity Girls’ Lacrosse Team Head Coach: Assistant Coach: Phone Number: Website: Email:

Gabby Kraszewski Holly Austin 858-350-0253 www.ravenslacrosse.org ggkraszewski@gmail.com

CCA’s JV program before moving into head coach for the varsity team this year. I am also in my second year of coaching for the UCSD Women’s Lacrosse team.

How many students are generally on the varsity team? What is the tryout process like, and who is eligible?

Our varsity team is usually around 25 girls.

We hold tryouts over three days, which are broken down into conditioning, specific stick skills, and team dynamics. We often get players new to the sport of lacrosse when entering as freshmen who grow into competitive athletes over their high school career.

When does the season begin and end?

Captains begin pre-season work during winter sports and our season lasts into May. Can you share any highlights from last year’s season?

Although I was not the varsity coach last year, I’m excited to work with our team this year to continue to build on our record of making CIF. What are you most looking forward to as the new season approaches?

This year’s team includes a great group of

girls and is particularly heavy with seniors and returning players. Through pre-season, it’s been exciting to see their team cohesiveness on and off the field and I’m looking forward to see that translate into game play.

What is the most rewarding aspect of coaching? The most challenging?

The most rewarding aspect of coaching is seeing players accomplish their goals and meet their potential. The confidence and perseverance they learn on the field is something they carry into other aspects of their lives. The most challenging aspect can be balancing individual needs or goals with those of the team. Players have to learn to work with others and think about what benefits everyone even when it involves personal sacrifice.

What are the short-term and long-term goals for the program?

This year we’re looking forward to making CIF and having a competitive season.

When thinking about the long-term future of the program, we would like to build dominance and sustain a competitive level of play within San Diego lacrosse.

What other accolades has the team garnered over the years?

In recent years, we have had multiple players be named All-American, All-League, and All-CIF.

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Q&A with

Cathedral Catholic Varsity Girls’ Lacrosse Coach K sten Micho What is the mission of the Cathedral Girls’ Lacrosse program?

The mission of the Cathedral Girl’s Lacrosse program is to foster good character on and off the field. I believe the values instilled in the sport and players translate into life.

What is the history of the program, and how has it evolved over the years?

We are in a rebuild year as I took over the girl’s lacrosse program at the start of the year. I am incredibly excited, as Cathedral has always had a strong group of talented girls and we certainly have big goals for this upcoming season.

Can you tell us about your experience with the sport, and what led you to your current role?

I am a New York native and started playing lacrosse in sixth grade when I quickly fell in love with the sport. In high school, as a varsity captain, I was recruited to play in college and went on to play Division III lacrosse at Endicott College in Beverly, MA. Not only did I love playing but I grew passionate for teaching the game and sharing that with young players. I began coaching club lacrosse in Boston and continued to coach when I moved to San Diego in 2012. I work as a counselor at Cathedral so when the varsity position became available, I knew it was the perfect fit for me.

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How many students are generally on the varsity team? What is the tryout process like, and who is eligible?

Typically, I like to see around 20 girls on the varsity roster, but it always depends on total numbers during tryouts. We will have four days of tryouts focusing on stick work, overall fitness, and lacrosse knowledge. All students are eligible to tryout, understanding that it is a cut sport.

When does the season begin and end?

The season begins on the first day of tryouts, Feb. 20, and our last scheduled game is May 1, hoping to extend into post-season playoffs.

Can you share any highlights from last year’s season?

I do not have too many highlights to share from last season as I was not the coach, but we will have a lot of returning players this year and I know the girls are energized for this upcoming season.

What are you most looking forward to as the new season approaches?

I am looking forward to bringing fresh blood and new energy to the program. We have a competitive league and non-league games which I think will only continue to push our team in a positive direction. It has been incredible to watch how lacrosse has grown in Southern California, including the competition, so I am most looking forward to continuing to grow my new team with that.

What is the most rewarding aspect of coaching? The most challenging?

The most rewarding part of coaching for me has always been connecting with young athletes and helping to shape them into well rounded people. Athletics teaches so many

skill sets that are transferable into everyday life, and it has been so rewarding to be part of that growth. The most challenging part of coaching is that you cannot teach motivation. Athletes participate for various reasons, and it takes hard work to get a group of different girls in sync with each other and to all be motivated in the same way. I firmly believe in setting goals and achieving those goals is also rewarding.

What other accolades has the team garnered over the years?

CIF D1 title in 2014 and three-time section finalist. ¢

What are the short-term and long-term goals for the program?

As for many teams, advancing into postseason play is a long-term goal, but more importantly how we improve each and every practice and what we learn from each game are all short-term stepping stones to get there.

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dental implants Bruxism and

by Tarkan Sidal, DDS, MD

What is bruxism?

Bruxism is a movement disorder of the jaws defined by teeth grinding and clenching during sleep or while awake. Bruxism is considered a factor in causing temporomandibular disorders, excessive tooth and restoration wear, and failure of dental restorations, creating excessive pressure on native teeth, dental restorations, and dental implants – resulting in bone loss around the implants or even their failure.

Why are your dental implants at risk?

As expected, excessive bruxism significantly affects the longevity and function of dental implants. The implant complex is composed of multitudes of structures: bone tissue, implant, abutment, various screws, etc., and all these structures are typically under the forces of mastication (chewing). An implant’s lack of compressible structure highlights the risks of heavily bruxing patients. Dental implants do not behave like natural teeth. Due to their design and positioning to the bone, native teeth absorb forces similar to a suspension.

Natural teeth in the back of the jaw also have more roots, enabling them to withstand heavy chewing. Dental implants do not have multiple roots, and this has to be compensated by increasing the diameter and the length of the implant. In addition, the human jaw is designed like a Class III lever, with the force of biting on the front teeth, far from the fulcrum and thus protecting it. When there is bite irregularity in the back of the jaws, along with bruxing and clenching, the jaw acts like a Class II lever where the load is closer to the fulcrum, transmitting more force to the joint. In simpler terms, picture a nutcracker device: the joint is the fulcrum of the device and if you move the food item to the back, it is easier to crush it with smaller force.

In addition to their multi-rooted structure, natural teeth in the back position have larger crowns to withstand the forces of chewing. A dental implant crown is kept smaller than a natural tooth to minimize the forces of chewing transmitted directly to the bone since there is no suspension present. Another clever design with natural teeth is proprioception, meaning that a natural tooth is an organ connected to one’s body through the jaw, possessing a feedback mechanism to the brain, which can adjust bite force without conscious thinking.

With dental implants, this ability is limited due to a lack of periodontal ligament, making the implants compatible with normal chewing forces but vulnerable to heavy abnormal forces like bruxism.

Dental implant dentistry is a state-of-the-art technology that has proven itself since the time of its advent and it is here to stay. In a sense it is similar to but much easier than hip and knee replacements – they both help us overcome the wear and tear of our bodies. Now that more people are choosing dental implant dentistry – a hybrid dentition of natural and implanted teeth functioning together – as an answer for tooth loss, it highlights the importance of bruxism and its effects.

How can you protect your dental implants and preserve a healthy smile?

A prescription orthotic bite splint can ensure that your dental implant complex functions properly with the rest of your native teeth. The splint enables the distribution of the excessive force over the entire dental arch rather than focusing the force to a specific area. Need for an orthotic bite splint can be determined after the patient’s bite analysis, traditionally observed by the family dentist or a dentist who specializes in that particular area. 

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

FINDING HER

Storybook Garden Helps Melissa Phillips Heal and Discover Her Own Story photo by Alan Smith Photography

“When one door closes another door opens, but we so often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door, we do not see the ones which open for us.” ~ Alexander Graham Bell

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M

elissa’s passion for teaching exceptional children spanned 15 years as a special educator and 10 years in higher education. “Things couldn’t have been better,” she explained. “I was enjoying life in Carmel Valley with family while working from home as an assistant professor.” She then recounted how everything changed after she was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC) breast cancer. After returning from medical leave, Melissa lost her job with the university, but quickly recognized that her cancer diagnosis was a wake-up call to find her missing “happy.”

After realizing her “happy” was collecting treasures with her son on their many adventures, Melissa decided to launch Storybook Garden. Now she helps people discover their story and find their happy by

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creating gardens using personal treasures and non-toxic, kid-friendly plants and succulents.

Melissa uses Jeff Moore’s book Soft Succulents to make sure all her plants are non-toxic to children and animals.

Melissa also creates gardens to sell at farmers markets and craft shows throughout San Diego. “The best part about participating in this type of venue is watching kids investigate each garden, ask questions, and light up with wonder,” she shared. “Their excitement is contagious and motivating.” She also hosts birthday parties, helps families build individual outdoor gardens, and volunteers at community events. “Seeing children take ownership in their own living creation gives me a sense of humble pride,” she explained.

“Each Storybook Garden uses nontraditional

material to tell its own story while raising awareness of the importance of creative recycling and water-wise gardening.”

This March is the first time Melissa and Storybook Garden will be participating in the Spring Home and Garden Show at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. “Without spoiling any surprises, my garden will tell the story of a family-centered community, just like in Carmel Valley,” she smiled. “And it’s going to be amazing.”

In her spare time, Melissa loves going to Powerhouse Park or Dog Beach with her son Nathan, husband, and two dogs, Prudence and Henry. She also enjoys restoring old furniture and making jewelry.

Her life advice? “You will never have enough money or time, so don’t wait. Discover your story. Find your happy.” ¢

Melissa Phillips Carmel Valley Storybook Garden; www.storybookgardensd.com; Facebook.com/storybookgardenSD; Instagram.com/storybook_garden Almost anything DIY, teaching children to be independent problem solvers by thinking outside the box Dog Beach, Powerhouse Park, Solana Beach Succulents

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Dedicated Innovators

CARMEL VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL TEAM WINS AWARD FOR PROJECT IDEA

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team of eighth graders from Carmel Valley Middle School won the first place Innovative Solution Award in the project category on the first day of the FIRST LEGO League Southern California Championship at Legoland. The preliminary competition included approximately 500 other teams competing in Southern California, with 120 of those teams advancing to the final championship at Legoland over two days. Team members Maya Rosenbaum, Kai Scott, Meera Sharma, Kyle Shyffer, and Olivia Wu, better known as Team Outside the Blocks, were also nominated by judges to compete internationally as one of four Southern California teams in the Global Innovation Award competition in June.

FIRST LEGO League is an international competition for elementary and middle school students, in which they apply science, technology, “I think FLL is a engineering, and math (STEM) concepts to solve a real-world great and fun scientific challenge. The 2017-18 opportunity for kids challenge was hydrodynamics, giving teams the opportunity to learn all to work on their about water transportation, use, and own ideas and learn disposal. Teams must also design, build, and program a robot to perform about teamwork.” a series of missions in competition.

In preparation for their project, Outside the Blocks spoke with water filtration experts and organizations that serve areas that have difficulty finding and maintaining clean water supplies. The team then created a modular water filter prototype that could filter out bacteria, viruses, and heavy metals using local resources that is simple to maintain and cost-effective. The students spent time over the summer working on their prototype as well as the LEGO robot.

“I think FLL is a great and fun opportunity for kids to work on their own ideas and learn about teamwork,” said team member Olivia Wu. Learn more about FIRST LEGO League at www.firstlegoleague.org. ¢

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ORAL SURGERY PROFILE

Putting Patient Care First Boulder Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Offers Patients Optimal Results in a Caring Environment

by JENNIFER FRAKES | photos provided by Boulder OMS

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t Boulder OMS, patient comfort and care are at the core of the practice.

“Dr. Albert Lin and Dr. Robert Gramins take the time to understand each patient’s needs and offer services that deliver optimal results. We treat each patient in a relaxed and caring environment and utilize the latest techniques and treatment options,” explained Kelly Zielinski, marketing and public relations manager for Boulder OMS. Originally founded in 1972, Boulder OMS is the oldest and most established oral and facial surgery practice in the greater Poway area. With a track record of exceptional results and the goal of being the most trusted and respected oral and maxillofacial surgery practice in San Diego, Dr. Lin and Dr. Gramins are committed to providing the highest standards of care. Boulder OMS treats a wide range of patients, from preteens to older adults and everyone in between.

The practice specializes in wisdom tooth extraction, dental implants, facial trauma, oral pathology, corrective jaw surgery, Botox and fillers, and dental alveolar surgery. “Our doctors spent an additional four years in school for their oral and maxillofacial surgery residency.

This makes them uniquely qualified to perform surgery on the face and in the mouth,” stated Zielinski. Both Dr. Lin and

Dr. Gramins are Fellows of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and are board certified as Diplomates by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. They are also among a select group of oral and maxillofacial surgeons that are licensed to perform facial cosmetic surgery in the state of California.

Boulder OMS is an accredited surgery center and adheres to strict guidelines for safety and patient care as set forth by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Dr. Lin and Dr. Gramins voluntarily had the practice accredited by the AAAHC, a process which includes thorough onsite reviews of policies and practices by expert surveyors every two years. According to Zielinski, this is the highest level of certification and ensures that Boulder OMS is at the forefront of technology, safety and patient care.

Dr. Lin and Dr. Gramins are also dedicated to giving back to the community. They are the oral and facial surgeons to the San Diego Gulls and actively volunteer their skills and expertise to the Oral Cancer Foundation, Las Patronas, The Ronald McDonald House, and other local charities.

For more information about Boulder OMS, please visit www.boulderoms.com ¢

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

Pricing Strategies That Work

by CYNTHIA ELIZONDO

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ne of the most important parts of a Realtor’s job is to price a home in such a way that it sells quickly and for top dollar.

There are several strategies an agent can use to accomplish these goals, but sometimes they sound contrary to what a seller thinks.

First, you want to encourage as many buyers as possible to not only look at the property, but to make an offer. Multiple offers create a bidding war, which brings out the competitive nature of buyers, making them want to win. Everyone likes winning! Also, when a buyer knows he is the only person making offers on a property, he is competing against the seller, and he tends to bid low. But if there is more than one buyer, he is competing against the other buyers, and the seller becomes the ally, or the judge, to be won over.

The best way to get multiple offers is to price your property on the low side. This has a twofold effect of making buyers in the higher

ranges think they might be able to get a deal, and the buyers on the lower end thinking they can afford more than they thought.

Another strategy that has been proven to work is to use the grocery store model of “just below” pricing. Instead of setting the price at $800,000, price it at $799,000, which is “under $800,000!”

Finally, in this world of internet buyers, you need to make sure your property shows up in the maximum number of preset searches.

If you set a flat price at $799,000, your home won’t be seen by someone with a set range of $800,000-$900,000. Hence, the value-range pricing strategy. By setting a range price of $799,000-$850,000, you not only show that you really expect the price to be above $800,000,

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Est SF

Price

1,785

$955,000

3985 Corte Mar De Hierba

4

1,646

$970,000

5235 Pacific Grove Place

2,734

$980,000

7466 Collins Ranch Terace

2,239

$981,000

5377 Foxhound Way

5

2,413

$1,005,000

5034 McGill Way

4

2,164

$1,005,000

5248 Great Meadow Drive

4

1,942

$1,015,000

5008 Chelterham Terrace

1,804

$1,029,000

13386 Winstanley Way

1,985

$1,049,000

4695 Whispering Woods Court

2,605

$1,050,000

11326 Longshore Court

2,588

$1,060,000

2,274

$1,066,000

3

2,182

4

3

4

3

4

3

4140 Pilon Point

3

13558 Hyacinth Hills Way

4

13244 Benchley Road

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you also get your home seen by buyers with a max price of $800,000, a minimum price of $800,000, and a minimum price of $850,000.

It is important to also remember that pricing is not set in stone. Be prepared to adjust the pricing as time passes. You will know within a few weeks if you are priced too high. Set up a timetable with your listing agent, with planned price adjustments at scheduled intervals. It is possible to create bidding wars on properties that have been on the market a while, simply by lowering the price. ¢

Beds Baths

Est SF

Price

3

2,796

$1,215,000

4

4

2,904

$1,290,000

4

6

4,464

$1,295,000

3

3,323

$1,300,000

4

3,654

$1,317,500

3

2,724

$1,340,000

4

4

3,303

$1,360,000

4

4

3,041

$1,400,000

5

3

3,273

$1,410,000

5

5

3,721

$1,435,000

6132 Artisan Way Lot 80

4

5

3,846

$1,465,000

12715 Heritage Glen Court

4

4

3,109

$1,475,000

$1,075,000

4996 Gunston Court

5

5

3,620

$1,555,000

2,239

$1,079,000

13249 Luckett Court

5

5

4,144

$1,600,000

2,346

$1,100,000

6160 Sagebrush Bend

4

5

3,611

$1,611,147

2,593

$1,110,000

6161 Artisan Way

4

5

3,727

$1,633,725

2

1,736

$1,125,000

6211 Sunrose Crest Way Lot 48

5

6

4,035

$1,685,487

3

2,588

$1,130,000

4483 Rosecliff Place

5

5

4,247

$1,700,000

3

3

12574 Maestro

3

3

11306 W San Raphael Drive

4

3

13396 Plumeria Way

4

3

13512 Scarlet Sage Trail

4

3

12873 Caminito Diego

4

3

5020 Caminito Exquisito

3

2

4695 Bryson Terrace

3

3

4826 Yearling Glen Road

3

3

13567 Kibbings Road

4

3

13584 Lopelia Meadows Place

4

3

4152 Twilight Ridge

4

3

4211 Calle Mar De Ballenas

3

13347 Orange Blossom Way 13116 Chambord Way 6176 Valerian Vista Place

Address

Beds Baths

12854 Briarcrest Place

4

3

2,730

$1,150,000

5098 Seachase Street

6

5

3,656

$1,745,000

3759 Torrey View Court

5

4

2,687

$1,160,000

5275 Raven Hill Point

5

5

3,847

$1,765,000

4953 Brookburn Drive

4

3

2,739

$1,160,000

6472 Meadowbrush Circle Lot 29

5

6

5,205

$1,838,000

12855 Corbett Court

3

3

2,128

$1,162,000

6442 Lilac Mist Bend Lot 48

5

6

5,205

$1,924,000

5492 Caminito Exquisito

5

3

2,475

$1,185,000

5515 Meadows Del Mar

6

7

6,100

$3,220,000

7761 Chadamy Way

5

5

3,100

$1,200,000

5180 Meadows Del Mar

4

5

5,750

$3,226,000

6796 Elegante Way

5

5

3,226

$1,200,000

6667 Duck Pond Lane

5

7

6,084

$3,485,000

6755 Elegante Way

4

4

3,035

$1,200,611

5151 Del Mar Mesa Road

5

6

6,428

$3,745,000

4117 Calle Mar De Ballenas

3

3

2,182

$1,205,000

(complete list of homes sold in 92130 at www.92130magazine.com)

Information is compiled from a variety of databases and published by Susco Media Inc. for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction is strictly prohibited. Sales statistics are not affiliated with or provided by any participating advertiser or real estate professional contained in this publication. Properties contained in this list and online were sold by a variety of real estate brokers. Information considered reliable, but not guaranteed. Please check with a licensed real estate professional for more information. Not all sales are listed.

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carmel valley branch library 3919 TOWNSGATE DR., SAN DIEGO, CA 92130 | WWW.SANDIEGO.GOV/PUBLIC-LIBRARY Events and dates are subject to change. Contact the library at 858-552-1668 to verify dates and times.

THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, FEB. 19 IN OBSERVANCE OF PRESIDENTS’ DAY AND FRIDAY, MARCH 30 FOR CESAR CHAVEZ DAY.

SPECIAL EVENTS

FEB. 12; MARCH 19

CARMEL VALLEY SYMPOSIUM FOR SENIORS February | Stages of Retirement March | Estate Planning 1 – 3 p.m.

FEB. 17

CUPCAKE WARS (AGES 10+) Valentine’s Day-themed cupcake design competition; no baking involved Limited to 25 participants; call library to register 3 – 5:30 p.m.

FEB. 21; MARCH 14 FAMILY MUSIC

February | Grigorian Gubenko Piano Duo March | Zachary Edwards, bassoon (Young Artists Series) 7 – 7:45 p.m.

MARCH 5

TUESDAYS

BRIDGE CLUB (AGES 16+) Experience necessary 12 – 3 p.m.

SCIENTISTS AND ENGINEERS OF TOMORROW (GRADES K-6)

AFTERNOON STORYTIME

Hands-on experiments exploring science and math 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Ms. Linda will entertain you with stories and songs 4 – 4:30 p.m.

1ST TUESDAYS

MEN’S AND WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB February | The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George March | History of Wolves

by Emily Fridlund 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.

1ST AND 3RD TUESDAYS PRE-K TINKER LAB (AGES 3-5)

Activities and projects to target literacy skills Registration required one month prior; limited to 20 participants 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

ROBOTICS CLUB (GRADES 6-8)

WEDNESDAYS

Final session of a series of workshops about programming and electronics systems of robot building 4 – 5:30 p.m.

1 – 2 p.m.

ONGOING MONDAYS

INFANT/TODDLER STORYTIME

1ST AND 3RD WEDNESDAYS

YOGA CLASS FOR SENIORS

1ST WEDNESDAYS

CHILD/PARENT BOOK CLUB (GRADES 4-6) February | Crenshaw

by Katherine Applegate March | The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Includes stories and songs; no program on Feb. 19 10 – 10:30 a.m.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Includes stories and songs; no program on Feb. 19 11 – 11:30 a.m.

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LAST WEDNESDAYS TEEN BOOK CLUB (GRADES 7-12)

February | Good Omens by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett March | Feed by Matthew Tobin Anderson 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

THURSDAYS

ADULT ESL CLASS Intermediate conversation 9:30 a.m. – 12:50 p.m.

ADULT MAH JONG CLUB Beginners welcome 2 – 4:30 p.m.

1ST AND 3RD FRIDAYS LEGO LAB (AGES 5+)

Parental supervision required 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

2ND AND 4TH FRIDAYS ARTS AND CRAFTS (GRADES K-6)

No registration required; limited to 30 participants 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

SATURDAYS

STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION FOR YOUNG ARTISTS (SAYA) For registered students only 10 – 11 a.m.: Woodwind session 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Strings and piano session

1ST SATURDAYS

LITTLE WRITERS CLUB (GRADES 3-5) RSVP at littlewritersprogramsd@gmail.com 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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