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or the better part of last year, our two youngest kids (9 and 10 years old) have been asking for pet hamsters. My wife and I had several conversations about it and ultimately decided that we would succumb to the request. After all, isn’t owning and taking care of hamsters part of the magical childhood experience? Isn’t it supposed to teach responsibility – and all of that other stuff that kids need to learn the hard way? So, a couple of days before Christmas, my wife headed to the pet store and came home with, not one, but two male Roborovski hamsters (the smallest of the dwarf hamsters). I have to admit, the little guys are very cute. Needless to say, they were the hit of the gift exchange. Fast Forward 15 Days. My daughter had a friend over for a play date. All of a sudden, I heard high pitched shrieks and screams (which aren’t that uncommon during these play dates) coming from upstairs followed by the inevitable rumbling of footsteps running down the stairs. Both girls were screaming at the top of their lungs, “The boy hamster is having babies! How can a boy hamster have babies? Oh my goodness. What should we do? What should we do?” Chuckling and with a bit of a dismissive attitude, I let them know that this was literally impossible. However, upon further observation, I realized that the impossible had in fact happened. It was a miracle! The “boy” hamster was definitely giving birth – not to one baby, but to a litter of six little hamsters. The Breaux household went into immediate lockdown. Chaos had officially set in. Once word of the miracle hit the streets, parents and other friends were quickly en route to check out the new little guys. There were even talks of live hamster cams. Life as we know it would clearly not be the same. As family and friends gathered to see the modern day miracle, I immediately began consulting with Google (knower of all things) to try to figure out how this could have happened. Google responded by letting me know that the gestation period for ‘Robo’ hamsters is about 22 days. This meant that the “boy” hamster was pregnant when we purchased her. This information prompted additional questions. I put more intense pressure on Google to get to the bottom of the mystery. Is the other hamster also a female? If not, should we separate them? Google was a bit indecisive in this area, so we ultimately decided to move the hamster of unknown sex into its own cage the next day, especially once we realized that the mother had already exiled it into a distant corner of the cage. It seemed like the right thing to do. Fast Forward 21 Days. Since Google had instructed us not to mess with the baby hamsters, we merely observed for several weeks while contacting friends who might be interested in adopting some of the critters. The hamster cam idea had also been overridden because we couldn’t quite figure out how to make it work (code phrase for “I was lazy”). The baby hamsters were now weaned from the mother and running around. They were as cute as you can imagine. Control of the Breaux household had now been regained. Fast Forward One More Day. I received an unexpected text message from my wife, “Our boy hamster (I can’t repeat all of her words) just had SIX MORE BABIES!” I realized we had officially lost control once again – in fact, it seems we were never in control after all. Talks of hamster cams resumed. Visitors stopping by to see the new miracle babies stepped up to an all-time high. We did Facebook posts. We hit the phones. Desperate emails were sent out. We needed more people to adopt more hamsters! At the end of all of the excitement, there are two things that I am now certain of. For starters, the mother hamster is officially not a boy. Additionally, the other original hamster is definitely not a girl. Other than that, all I can do is enjoy the chaos and laugh.
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things to do in Del Sol march + april 2015
MARCH MARCH 1, 3 THE NORTH COAST SYMPHONY PRESENTS DANCING NOTES March 1: 2:30 p.m.; March 3: 7:30 p.m. Seaside Community Church www.northcoastsymphony.com
MARCH 5; APRIL 2 FIRST THURSDAYS PERFORMANCES Hosted by the Del Mar Foundation 7 – 8:15 p.m. | Powerhouse Community Center www.delmarfoundation.org
MARCH 6-8 SPRING HOME/GARDEN SHOW March 6: 10 a.m.; March 7,8: 11 a.m. Del Mar Fairgrounds www.sandiegohomegardenshows.com
MARCH 8 DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME STARTS
MARCH 13 PARENTS NIGHT OUT Gymnastics, games, and pizza for kids 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. | Gyminny Kids Gymnastics www.gyminnykids.com
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MARCH 14, 15 AMERICAN GIRL FASHION SHOW Presented by the Scripps Performing Arts Academy Benefits Isabella’s Giraffe Club 2 p.m. | Irwin M. Jacobs Qualcomm Hall Purchase tickets online at www.scrippsperformingarts.com
MARCH 16-20 SAN DIEGO WOMEN’S WEEK A week of events and a one-day conference to inspire, empower, and connect women www.sdwomensweek.com
MARCH 17 ST. PATRICK’S DAY
MARCH 20 4TH ANNUAL DATE NIGHT FOR A CAUSE Hosted by the North Coast Unit of Rady Children’s Hospital 5 – 8 p.m. | The Belly Up Tavern www.radysncu.com
MARCH 21-22 4TH ANNUAL LIVING HEALTHY FESTIVAL Free admission 10 a.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds www.healthylivingfestival.com
MARCH 28 HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE Hosted by the Del Mar Unit of Rady Children’s Hospital 6:30 – 10 p.m. | Del Mar Country Club www.rchadelmar.org
APRIL APRIL 4 THE CHILDREN’S SPRING FESTIVAL AND EGG HUNT 10:30 a.m. | La Colonia Park www.ci.solana-beach.ca.us
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APRIL 15 TAX DAY
APRIL 17 PARENTS NIGHT OUT Gymnastics, games, and pizza for kids 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. | Gyminny Kids Gymnastics www.gyminnykids.com
APRIL 24 ARBOR DAY
APRIL 26-27 SAN DIEGO KIDS EXPO & FAIR 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds www.sandiegokidsexpo.com
APRIL 27 APRIL AFFAIR Hosted by the Assistance League of Rancho San Dieguito 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Carlsbad Sheraton Resort and Spa www.alrsd.org
ONGOING DEL MAR FARMERS MARKET 1 – 4 p.m. | Del Mar City Hall Lower Parking Lot www.delmarfarmersmarket.org
4TH TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH DEL SOL LIONS CLUB 6 p.m. | Fletcher Cove Community Center www.e-clubhouse.org
FRIDAYS DEL MAR-SOLANA BEACH ROTARY CLUB MEETING 7 – 8:30 a.m. | Morgan Run Resort & Golf Club www.dmsbrotary.com
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2ND SATURDAYS DEL MAR COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS BOARD MEETING 9 – 10 a.m. | Del Mar City Hall Annex www.dmcc.cc
EVERY SATURDAY GUIDED NATURE WALK 10 – 11 a.m. | Nature Center www.sanelijo.org
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BODYSURFING DEL MAR BODYSURFING CLUB TWO-WEEK AUSTRALIA TOUR Includes participation in the Body Womp Comp in the Noosa Festival of Surfing March 2-16 Visit www.noosafestivalofsurfing.com for details CYCLING AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION TOUR DE CURE Benefiting the Greater San Diego Area of the American Diabetes Association April 18 100 mile: 5 a.m.; 62 mile: 6 a.m.; 29 mile: 7 a.m.; Family Fun Ride: 9:30 a.m. Del Mar Fairgrounds www.diabetes.org/sandiegotourdecure GOLF FOSTERING HOPE GOLF CLASSIC Benefiting Voices for Children March 8: 5 – 8 p.m. March 9: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Contact judahc@speakupnow.org or 858-598-2222
SOFTBALL NORTH SHORE GIRLS SOFTBALL PADRES NIGHT Attendees can participate in a pre-game parade April 11 5:40 p.m. | Petco Park www.eteamz.com/northshoregirlssoftball SWIMMING BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF SAN DIEGUITO BRING IT ON ATHON Funds benefit the Rancho San Dieguito Swim Team and other BGCSD programs March 13 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Pardee Aquatics Center www.bgcsandieguito.org
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er career in the action sports industry also came with perks. There were parties and international dinners. Always active, New Hampshire native Jayla Siciliano realized there was a need for an alcoholic beverage that wouldn’t affect her healthy lifestyle. “I started making wine spritzers and soon my friends were asking me for them,” revealed Jayla. “That’s when I realized it was needed on the market.” First, she had to leave Burton Snowboards, based in Burlington, VT, where she worked as product manager for shoes and bags (she was with Diesel prior to Burton). Missing the California sun, which she took full advantage of when she attended UC Santa Barbara and after when she lived there for nine years, she moved back to California to start her business, Bon Affair. She relocated to Solana Beach when she met her husband who lived there, and obtained her MBA from USD. “[Success] doesn’t happen overnight, but at the same time you have to be relentless in pursuing it,” she said. "I created Bon Affair to make the ultimate wine spritzer. It's made with 6.5-percent alcohol California wine, electrolytes, and no added sugar. The result is a refreshing spritzer that’s lighter than typical wines." Jayla appeared on ABC’s Shark Tank to present her business to industry titans who bid to invest in start-ups. “The couple of months leading up to it I was finishing my MBA, working on my business, and waking up at 4 a.m. everyday to watch Shark Tank episodes,” shared Jayla. A shark bit. In just days, Bon Affair had more than $85,000 in online sales which have since remained steady. Jayla is grateful to producer Mark Burnett who ventured in. He has a team dedicated to his Shark Tank companies who manage business operations. Her goals are to grow the fun company culture and they plan to extend to eight more states this year with Vegas as a focus around an aluminum bottle launch for poolside. Perhaps this is the year she and her husband can take a real vacation. They love to golf and be outdoors. Yoga is her “go-to” for health management. She adores it here in Solana Beach and has volunteered as a Big Sister since 2009. She learned a lot about distribution when she split deliveries with her husband in the company’s first days. But Jayla was willing to keep going – so that tomorrow would be a healthy new day. ¢
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Green Thumbs Up at Del Mar Heights THE RENOVATED DEL MAR HEIGHTS COMMUNITY GARDEN THRIVES
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he Del Mar Heights Community Garden was transformed into an open and interactive space for teachers and students alike thanks to parents, volunteers, and the Del Mar Heights PTA. The inspiration to make the space more usable came from the Del Mar Heights parent volunteers who dreamed of a garden that could also serve as an outdoor classroom that would foster learning, interaction, and fun. Once the idea took root the volunteers went to work. They received support from the Del Mar Heights PTA, as well as many other local architects, engineers, master gardeners, and composters, to renovate the space. Amy Chelesnik, Vice President of Education on the Del Mar Heights PTA, explained how much work went into the
project. “We removed fences, cut back or took out overgrown plants, put in new planters, built a greenhouse, changed the irrigation system, added tables, constructed potting stations, and brought in planter barrels,” she shared. “By doing all of this the space has opened up a new world for the children.” Now teachers can take advantage of the garden and incorporate outdoor activities into their lessons. They even have access to a lecture space complete with rows of benches for students to sit on. As the garden has grown new extracurricular programs have developed as well. The Del Mar PTA is pleased to offer Garden Club and Inside the Classroom, two clubs that encourage handson learning. For information on upcoming events at the renovated garden visit www. delmarheightspta.com.
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he Greater San Diego Association of Realtors (SDAR) recently celebrated their 2015 Installation Dinner and Dance at the Grand Del Mar, a black-tie event that brought realtors around San Diego County together for an exciting night of socializing, entertainment, and more. The theme of the evening, “Celebrating Our Past,” featured live music from all-star western swing trio Hot Club of Cowtown, a whiskey and cigar bar, and refreshments. The evening also recognized SDAR’s 2015 Board of Directors, and welcomed the new president, Chris Anderson. SDAR is dedicated to the preservation of private property rights and to the promotion and protection of the business interests of their realtor members. Be sure to visit www.sdar.com to find out more information.
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hen Sam Ray was young, his father encouraged him to play all sports, and “even though I was the worst player on my team my first year,” he laughed, “I thought being a football player was so cool. I have been playing football since I was seven years old, and I have always loved to hit.” Now a senior at Santa Fe Christian High School in Solana Beach, his love for the sport has served him in good stead. Sam earned a spot as first team Coastal League defensive lineman his junior year, and as first team Coastal League linebacker his senior year. His 3.6 GPA put him on the Union-Tribune All-Academic team as a junior, and as the team’s hardest hitter he also received the “Captain Crunch” Award. Sam is not all football all the time, though. His dad used to take him to the beach to boogie board, which eventually morphed into surfing, which has turned into one of his most frequent activities. He loves to hike and explore the amazing San Diego
Name: School: Grade: Parents: Siblings: Favorite Spots in Del Mar/Solana Beach:
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trails and topography. “I also like to cook,” he shared, “which my mom influenced as she was always teaching me how to cook my favorite foods and treats ever since I was little.” He loves his AP Stats class, “because it applies to everything in the world,” and is tremendously inspired and influenced by Mr. Lyons, his senior Bible teacher, because “He is extremely personable and a funny, likable human being, and is the most respected person in my life.” FOOTBALL AT Inspiration for Sam comes from many THE D3 LEVEL outlets. The people who inspire him the IS A GOAL FOR most are his parents and his linebacker SAM, WHERE coach, Russell Allen. “My dad has always HE HOPES TO taught me how to be a sensible man of good character, and my mom taught me GO TO THE how to be loving and compassionate,” he UNIVERSITY OF told us. “Coach Allen inspires me with his PUGET SOUND wisdom about football (being an ex-NFL IN TACOMA, player for the Jacksonville Jaguars) and WA, AND STUDY about life. He is one of the friendliest, nicest ANTHROPOLOGY people I’ve ever met.” Football at the D3 level is a goal for AND SOCIOLOGY. Sam, where he hopes to go to the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, WA, and study anthropology and sociology. His advice to people looking to play? “Football is an amazing sport and a lot of fun, but more importantly, the virtues of discipline, hard work, and brotherhood are extremely valuable, and football encompasses those.” ¢
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Name of Chef: Allison Stabile Family: Husband – Jeremy; Daughter – Lulu; Dog – Fergie Community: Solana Beach, also known as Heaven Hobbies/Interests: My baking blog: www.bakingalovestory.com, discovering new trails, creating fun play dates for my four-year-old Favorite Local Activity: It’s a tie between taking Fergie and Lulu to Dog Beach or wine tasting at Carruth Cellars and live music at the Belly Up Tavern About the Recipe: Adapted from Lori Longbotham’s “Luscious Chocolate Desserts,” this super-easy sauce proved to me once and for all that not only is hot fudge sauce easy to make, but it tastes better fresh and warm from the stove. We pour it over ice cream, pound cake, angel food cake, or just eat it straight from the jar with a spoon. It’s that good. About the Chef: I was born and raised in West Los Angeles, married a handsome San Diegan, and leaped at the chance to live here. I am a former marketing director and now a full-time writer and mom. My blog is a passion project as is being a newly-inducted volunteer CASA (CourtAppointed Special Advocate) for foster children. Solana Beach has been such a huge blessing both for me personally and for our family. If I have any say in the matter, we’re here to stay!
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he North Shore Girls Softball league kicked off its 2015 season with a special opening day ceremony. The league honored three different teams who went to the state tournament, including the 8U, 10U, and 12U teams. Their success marked the first time in the league’s history where three teams advanced to the state tournament! The 12U team even qualified and played in the Western Nationals Tournament in Roseville, CA. The league also inaugurated its first entrants into the North Shore Girls Softball Hall of Fame. The first award went to Coach Karla Wilburn, who played softball for Torrey Pines High School and the University of Virginia. She now devotes her time to the girls softball league as a coach. She hopes to continue to inspire female athletes as a coach and is extremely committed to the league. The entire Bulatao family was also inducted into the Hall of Fame. John Bulatao and his late wife spent countless hours coaching their three daughters’ teams and even coached separate teams when there weren’t enough volunteers available. North Shore Girls Softball is looking forward to another season, and with over 250 players registered so far, it’s sure to be an exciting time for players, coaches, and parents. To learn more about North Shore Girls Softball league’s upcoming games and events head to www.eteamz.com/northshoregirlssoftball.
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onnie Palmer, a native New Yorker who moved to Del Mar a little over a year ago, is an enthusiastic fan of her newfound community. She exclaimed, “I love anything that has to do with the beach, hiking, and animals and living in Del Mar has made it difficult to not be involved in these things!” Animals, specifically horses, are what Bonnie is especially excited about. The same level of joy she exudes when discussing her new coastal life is also on display when Bonnie discusses the Rancho Santa Fe-based nonprofit horse rehabilitation ranch she volunteers at, called the Laughing Pony Rescue. Elaborating on the organization, Bonnie revealed, “The Laughing Pony Rescue was started by a woman named Celia Sciacca. She rescues abused, abandoned, or sick horses and then rehabilitates them and adopts them out to loving, suitable owners. The ‘Laughing Pony’ name couldn’t be more perfect for the facility because the horses are happy and the people are happy!” Bonnie does whatever is necessary to help the horses, including cleaning out their stalls, administering their medications, moving them to larger areas throughout the day to ensure they’re getting adequate exercise, grooming them, and most importantly, according to Bonnie, “giving them lots of love!” It was because she had such an outpouring of love to give to animals that Bonnie located the Laughing Pony Rescue in the first place. Upon her relocation to San Diego, Bonnie did an internet search for ‘animal volunteer jobs’ in her local area, and lo and behold, she came across the Laughing Pony Rescue and insisted, “I was drawn to it immediately!” She is so delighted by her hands-on rehabilitation work at the nonprofit ranch that she now wants to go back to school to study ethology (animal behavior) and ultimately pursue a career in that field. Acknowledging that she absolutely adores the beloved horses she cares for, Bonnie claims the animals also show their own deep adoration toward her and the other volunteers. Bonnie explained, “These animals have been through so much, and to see the appreciation and love they give to each and every person that sets foot on the ranch amazes me. The fact that the horses are given a second chance brings the happiest tears to my eyes!” ¢ Group: Mission: Website:
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Bonnie Palmer Del Mar The Laughing Pony Rescue Server at Jake’s Del Mar Fiancé and dog Hiking, going to the beach, spending time with my dog and fiancé, and doing anything outside!
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New Manager of the Del Mar Farmers Market BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPOINTS DEL MAR RESIDENT ANA NIETO TO THE LOCAL HUB
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el Mar resident Ana Nieto has been Ana’s goal is to enhance and grow the chosen by the Board of Directors as weekly vendor selection, as well as incorporate the new manager of the Del Mar social media into the promotion of the Farmers Market. Ana received market. The Del Mar Farmers a nursing degree from Market is a certified, nonprofit Madrid, Spain and has farmers market that has founded multiple been operating since 1986, businesses in the every Saturday from 1 health and wellness to 4 p.m. in the Del Mar industry, including City Hall lower parking several farmers lot, just off Camino markets in Long Del Mar between 10th and 11th Sts. The Del Island, NY such as Mar Farmers Market is the Winter Market proud to support farmers in Sag Harbor. Ana who grow and sell organic is a nutrition specialist, ph Y oto PH and pesticide-free fruits, dance instructor, A by S R OUL OF PHOTOG vegetables, baked goods, meats, and theatrical producer. and seafood directly to the consumer, According to the Del Mar Farmers helping to sustain local farming and enrich the Market, she is committed to developing community. Visit www.delmarfarmersmarket.org sustainable communities wherever she goes, for more information. You can learn more about incorporating the arts, health and wellness, Ana Nieto at www.turtleshellhealth.com. development, and more into those areas.
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THE PATHMAN FAMILY INSPIRES WITH THEIR ACTIVE LIFESTYLE by LIZ ONUFER | photos by Soul of Photography
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eeking a strong dose of can-do attitude and inspiration? Look no further than Del Mar’s Pathman family. Parents, Jim and Lisa, and twin teenage sons, Riley and Shane, are Team Pathman, competing in triathlons and marathons around Southern California and beyond. What sets Team Pathman apart is how they compete. Riley and Shane were born three months premature and have cerebral palsy. The boys have been active in many sports – surfing, baseball, skiing – but in 2010, Team Pathman took the plunge to complete the Challenged Athletes Foundation Parents: Children: Community: Parents’ Hometowns: Parents’ Occupations: Pet: Favorite Local Spots:
Jim and Lisa Pathman Riley and Shane Pathman (16, Sophomores at TPHS) Del Mar since 2001 Jim – Mission Beach, San Diego; Lisa – Bonita, San Diego Jim – Technology CEO; Lisa – Teacher at Sage Canyon School Libby – Riley’s service dog, Golden Retriever Lomas Sante Fe Country Club and Station Sushi
Triathlon. “Since then we have raced five triathlons, tried out numerous bike combinations, developed our own tow/swim styles, figured out how to run, and basically had a great time doing it all together,” Jim explained. “We hope to inspire while we perspire.” Outside of race weekends, the Pathman family stays busy with the demands of daily life. Lisa is a second grade teacher at Sage Canyon School and Jim is the CEO of Data Resolution, a technology hosting company. Riley and Shane are sophomores at Torrey Pines High School, where they participate on the track team. Shane is also an avid gamer with his own YouTube game channel, while Riley loves the thrill of the triathlon. “Riley wakes up every morning and says, ‘Swim, Bike, Run?’ He wears a medal to school most Mondays that he earned in a race that weekend,” Jim shared. This past year, the Pathman family completed the San Diego Triathlon Challenge in La Jolla. Jim described the experience, “It took us seven hours to finish. All four of us participated along with multiple friends and family helping to support and complete the parts of the tri. We are Team Pathman and that is a lot of people.” Team Pathman is passionate about spreading their message: “Inclusion for all athletes and the message ‘Yes you can.’” They have started a Team Hoyt San Diego, inspired by Dick and Rick Hoyt, and currently sponsor 10 challenged athletes. “Team Hoyt San Diego provides running chair equipment, race fees, and runners ready to push,” Jim stated. Quality of life is a priority for Team Pathman. “We believe that physically challenged individuals can live a fuller life through sport and physical exercise, not just limiting their activity to physical therapy in clinical settings,” Jim explained. “People are always commenting that our boys have done more things than most kids,” Jim said. ¢
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by SUSAN KRIZEK, M.D.; Scripps Clinic, Torrey Pines
Often nicknamed the “sunshine vitamin,” Vitamin D is an important but frequently misunderstood nutrient. Conflicting news reports touting the link between Vitamin D and cancer prevention, or debating the pros and cons of Vitamin D supplements, have only added to the confusion. While the jury may still be out on Vitamin D’s role in immunity or disease prevention, one thing is clear – our bodies need adequate Vitamin D levels for proper health, and we’re not immune to Vitamin D deficiency simply because we live in a climate with beautiful year-round sunshine. Why it’s Important Vitamin D helps our bodies absorb calcium and maintain normal levels of phosphorus – in other words, Vitamin D makes our bones strong. That’s why children with Vitamin D deficiency can develop rickets, a disease that causes bone softness and weakness, and adults who don’t get enough Vitamin D are prone to osteomalacia, which causes weak bones and muscles.
Susan Krizek, M.D., is an internal medicine physician at Scripps Clinic, Torrey Pines. Dr. Krizek provides comprehensive primary care with an emphasis on prevention. An avid runner, she enjoys working with her patients on healthy behavior.
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Where to Find It It may sound hard to believe, but our bodies produce Vitamin D when exposed to sunshine, specifically the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays. While many of us will get all the Vitamin D we need from sun exposure, others will need to get Vitamin D through other sources as well. These individuals include people who spend a lot of time indoors, whether it’s due to an office job or because you’re home-bound due to your health. Additionally, while sunscreen use is critically important to preventing skin cancer, its continuous use may hamper Vitamin D production because sunscreens help block UV rays from reaching our skin. Vitamin D is found in some foods including egg yolks, cheese, pork, fortified milk and cereals, and fatty fish such as salmon, tuna, and mackerel. While you can also purchase over-the-counter Vitamin D supplements, please talk to your primary care doctor before taking any to determine whether you actually need them and what dose is appropriate. Too much Vitamin D can be harmful to your health. Who is at Risk? Certain people are more prone to Vitamin D deficiency. In addition to people with limited sun exposure, those who are at higher risk include people who are elderly or obese, people who have darker skin, and babies who are exclusively breastfed. Additionally, certain medical conditions such as celiac disease and Crohn’s disease can cause a deficiency. Talk to Your Doctor Because symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency may not be obvious, it’s very important not to diagnose yourself. Your primary care doctor can check your Vitamin D levels with a simple blood test. If you are Vitamin D deficient, your doctor will work with you on a course of treatment that may include careful sun exposure (to minimize skin damage from UV rays) and the proper use of Vitamin D supplements.
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:::: COMMUNITY STUFF 2Good2B at Gluten-Free Expo
The Gluten-Free and Allergy Friendly Expo that took place recently at the Del Mar Fairgrounds drew in quite a crowd. 2Good2B Bakery & Cafe was among the many businesses present, offering many delicious, healthy, and gluten-free options. The business brought samples of their awardwinning cupcakes, assorted crostini flavors, signature hummus dip, and an array of baked goods. According to 2Good2B, the highlight of the event was interacting with hundreds of people. “We were the fan favorite,” stated Founder Diana Benedek. Diana continued, “We just upgraded our cafe to offer even more great food options for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Look for daily specials, exciting vegetarian dishes, and dairy-free options to accompany many of our signature dishes. We cannot wait to get guest responses to the new concept.” Visit www.2good2b.com for more exciting news and updates.
ALRSD Events Benefit Local Community
The Assistance League of Rancho San Dieguito (ALRSD) held two shopping events at Marshalls for parents and their young children from St. Leo’s Head Start preschool in Solana Beach in order to assist them with their need for new shoes. ALRSD worked with the store to increase the number and variety of shoe styles offered so that the children would have more options to choose from. The organization also funded $30 for each St. Leo’s student, for those families that qualified. League members helped the children pick out new shoes and shared in the joy of watching them find their favorite pair. ALRSD will host their annual fundraising event, April Affair, at the Sheraton Resort & Spa on April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This year they will honor the military and veterans with a presentation by Archi’s Acres, a farming enterprise. All proceeds from the event will go towards their philanthropic efforts, which aid women and children. For more information visit www.alrsd.org.
Del Mar Native Launches New Book
Del Mar resident, local entrepreneur, author, and world traveler Danny Flood recently launched a book titled Buy Your Own Island. The book centers around the idea of “lifestyle design” and how to travel the world and pursue what you are passionate about. It is based off interviews and case studies of people that Danny met traveling the world. Danny explained, “the book offers a plan that anyone can use to ‘buy their own island’ – making lifelong dreams practical and achievable, and it has lots of other travel, lifestyle, and productivity hacks.” According to Danny, a first-time writer, the book was a huge undertaking. “Think of an ant building an anthill, one grain of sand at a time,” he shared. Yet he was committed, wrote consistently, and worked hard. Looking towards the future, Danny is excited to explore more of Asia. You can learn more about Buy Your Own Island at www.buyyourownisland.com.
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Red Shoe Society Launch Party
The San Diego Ronald McDonald House is excited to launch a brand new program to allow young professionals to become more involved with their philanthropy. The Red Shoe Society Young Professionals Networking Group is an opportunity to connect with other young adults, volunteers, donors, and board members, as well as give back to the community. To learn more about the program, stop by the Red Shoe Society Launch Party on Thursday, March 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the San Diego Ronald McDonald House. Light appetizers, beer, and wine will be served, and attendees are welcome to bring guests. The event is free to prospective Red Shoe Society members. Please RSVP to rsspresident@rmhcsd.org by March 6. Learn more about the charity at www.rmhcsd.org.
19th Annual Meet the Chefs
San Diego’s finest chefs and the community will come together again this year to support the children of Casa de Amparo at the 19th Annual Meet the Chefs food and wine event. This year’s event will take place on April 26 at the Hilton San Diego Del Mar from 12:15 to 4 p.m. A VIP Reception will take place from 12:15 to 1 p.m. followed by the chefs’ tastings. The Meet the Chefs culinary experience features signature dishes and a selection of wine and champagne from over a dozen restaurants and chefs. Additional features include auctions, opportunity drawings, and live music. Casa de Amparo provides over 32,000 meals to children in need. Through a range of programs and services they provide support to at-risk children who have suffered child abuse, neglect, and more. To purchase tickets to the 19th Annual Meet the Chefs event head to www.casadeamparo.org.
San Elijo Conservancy Awarded
The Southern California Wetlands Recovery Project, a voice for wetlands conservation, recently awarded the San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy with the 2014 Stewardship Development Award for their notable work with wetland restoration in San Diego. The award recognizes outstanding service in creating future wetland stewards through a focus on youth education and involvement. Some of the conservancy’s recent projects have included installing native plants in the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, educating the public about the importance of conservation and care with family discovery days, restoring coastal habitat, conducting vegetation surveys, and more. The conservancy is pleased to announce that Harbaugh Seaside Trails will soon join the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and will continue under the guidance of the San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy with its new name. Plans are now being made to create walking trails that will enhance the coastal overlook. The donor of the $1.15 million gift is the George and Betty Harbaugh Charitable Foundation, and heading the nonprofit is long-time Solana Beach resident Joe Balla. To learn more about the conservancy and upcoming volunteer opportunities visit www.sanelijo.org.
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Girl Scout Cookie Season Wraps Up
Neighborhood Girl Scouts are wrapping up the cookie season and gearing up to invest their earnings. Solana Beach resident Zoey and other Brownies from Troop 1814 use cookie proceeds for badge activities, community service projects, and camp and cultural arts experiences. Last year, they attended a pottery workshop and performances of Wicked and The Nutcracker. They also donated funds to the India Phillips Foundation, and will do so again this spring. The nonprofit is named after a little girl from Solana Beach whose kidney donation helped save a life after she lost her own. Through the cookie program Girl Scouts also help serve the military by inviting customers to donate cookies to Operation Thin Mint (OTM). This year San Diegans will send the 2.5 millionth box of OTM cookies to deployed military personnel. Girl Scout Troop 1814 has members from Del Mar, Encinitas, and Solana Beach. They are among the 2,500 plus members that live in the area. For more information visit www.sdgirlscouts.org.
Law Firm Promotes Resident to Partner
Higgs Fletcher & Mack, a San Diego-based, full-service law firm, recently promoted Loren Freestone, AnneElise Goetz, and Solana Beach resident Jason Ross to partner. “Loren, AnneElise, and Jason were all selected because they possess the qualities we look for in partners. They’re all extremely talented and are valued members of our firm. These promotions are well deserved and we’re proud of their accomplishments,” said John Morrell, Managing Partner of Higgs Fletcher & Mack. Loren has been at the firm for 12 years, holds more than 16 years of experience, and is a member of the firm’s business litigation and employment practice. AnneElise joined the firm in 2011 and is a corporate transactional attorney specializing in real estate and healthcare law. Jason has nearly seven years with the firm, and his practice primarily involves defending businesses and employers of all sizes in complex business, employment, and class action litigation.
Charity Helps Mother in Need
The local children’s charity Passion 4 K.I.D.S. recently surprised a single mother of five children and Navy veteran with a Chevy Suburban at a home in Solana Beach. The mother, Myesha Perry, is recovering from domestic abuse and did not have a vehicle to drive to work, relying on two buses to make her morning and evening commute. She works extremely hard to care for her family and could not be happier about the surprise. Passion 4 K.I.D.S. shared that they were honored to help her with this donation. Passion 4 K.I.D.S. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity founded by Charles and Linda Van Kessler that works with handicapped, neglected, abandoned, abused, and underprivileged children, as well as children in acute, life-threatening emergency situations in the United States. Visit www.passion4kids.org for more information.
CCA Graduate Performs on Letterman
Canyon Crest Academy graduate Ryn Weaver, who graduated in 2010, recently performed on the Late Show with David Letterman. Ryn is widely considered one of 2015’s artists to watch. During the summer of 2014, Ryn’s song, “OctaHate,” a wild and powerful pop tune, received high acclaim. She is currently taking steps to push the song onto the mainstream radar. Her pop performance on the Late Show with David Letterman was her television debut, and she was more than grateful. She tweeted, “...So thankful for the opportunity. Love you all!” Other high-profilers that made an appearance on the show that evening included actress Amanda Peet. The song “OctaHate” also now has a video, which was directed by Goodwin and features Ryn in various poses and outfits as herself and then younger as a little girl or Ryn’s inner child.
Quilt Donation to Supervisor Dave Roberts
Members of the Solana Beach Civic and Historical Society recently presented a quilt to Solana Beach resident and San Diego County Supervisor Dave Roberts. Each year the organization raises money for community projects by creating handcrafted items to sell at a seasonal boutique. This year one of those items was a 16-panel quilt that told the story of Solana Beach. The member who won a quilt shared why the organization decided to bestow the gift on Roberts. “We’ve always considered Dave to be a son of Solana Beach. What could be better than to have a quilt that bears images of Solana Beach on display at his office?” she shared. For more information on the Solana Beach Civic and Historical Society visit www.solanabeachcivicandhistoricalsociety.org.
Solana Beach-Based Gift Line for Pets
Aimee Cebulski, a Solana Beach native, created TailTherapy one day out on a walk near Dog Beach in Del Mar. As she passed people along the walk with their happy dogs, she realized it was impossible not to smile when you saw a happy tail. She said to herself, “That’s the best therapy, tail therapy. It’s better than retail therapy; the happiness you get from a happy tail is free, furry, and fun!” TailTherapy is a new branded gift line for cat and dog lovers. Items include hats, water bottles, and leashes. Each item features a signature TailTherapy cat or dog image and a TailTherapy tag. According to Aimee, the line helps owners take a reminder of their tail therapy with them on the road. “Anyone who is a pet lover knows that no matter how your day is going, the joy that comes from the happy tails in your life is the best therapy ever,” shared Aimee. See www.tailtherapy.com for more information.
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Creating Beautiful Smiles
DR. SARAH BELDERES AND THE ACADEMY DENTAL TEAM HELP PATIENTS LOVE THE DENTIST by JENNIFER FRAKES | photos by Tyler McElhaney
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he goal of Dr. Belderes and her staff at Academy Dental is to put patients at ease while providing the highest quality in dental care. “We want our patients to feel better after they visit our office. Far too often, people think that going to the dentist is the low point in their day. We are working to change that perception and want our patients to be happy to take care of their dental health,” explained Dr. Belderes. She and her team are committed to using techniques that minimize anxiety and discomfort during cleanings and other procedures.
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The office specializes in preventative dental care, aesthetic and restorative dentistry, crowns, veneers, whitening, and Invisalign. “We also work with a team of specialists for the best results in root canal and implant placement,” stated Dr. Belderes. She and her team also offer patients comprehensive information about dental care that can lead to better dental health and the overall wellness of patients. Dr. Belderes purchased the Academy Dental practice nine months ago after moving back to her hometown of Del Mar. She has personal ties to the area as well – she went
to elementary school in Encinitas, graduated from Santa Fe Christian School, and was even crowned Miss Del Mar. She has been practicing dentistry since 2001 and also owns a practice in South Orange County. Dr. Belderes is dedicated to continuing education and advancing her knowledge in all areas of dentistry. She uses the latest technology, including the use of soft tissue lasers for dental cleanings and enhancing the aesthetics of gum tissue. In addition, she and her staff are committed to providing patients with a relaxing and caring environment with a family feel. “All our patients are known by name. Patients will see the same
“All our patients are known by name. Patients will see the same courteous and caring staff each time they come in to the office.” ~ Dr. Belderes
courteous and caring staff each time they come in to the office,” said Dr. Belderes. As the mother of two small children, Dr. Belderes understands how busy life can be for parents. She enjoys working with children, and can often see whole families at the same time, allowing for maximum convenience when it comes to dental cleanings. “We also strive to minimize wait times, and are always willing to help patients understand their insurance benefits,” stated Dr. Belderes. She also points out that the practice is “in network” with many dental insurance companies and that the office makes every effort to ensure that cleanings and dental procedures are affordable to patients.
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photos by Soul of Photography esidents of Del Mar and Solana Beach greatly value the community services offered by the local libraries. Each library serves as a community and cultural center, inspiring and educating the public about art, literature, music, science, and more – connecting people, ideas, and information. We speak with Del Mar Branch Manager Polly Cipparrone and Assistant Branch Manager Patricia Selkowitz and Solana Beach Library Branch Manager Patricia
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Branch Manager: Polly Cipparrone Website: www.sdcl.org Email: polly.cipparrone@sdcounty.ca.gov Phone: 858-755-1666
Branch Manager: Patricia Tirona Website: www.sdcl.org Email: ptirona@sdcounty.ca.gov Phone: 858-755-1440
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Polly Cipparrone Del Mar Branch Manager
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Patricia Selkowitz Assistant Branch Manager
PLEASE TELL US ABOUT THE HISTORY BEHIND THE DEL MAR LIBRARY. The library was originally built as St. James Catholic Church in 1914 and then passed through a series of ownerships and uses including two restaurants, an arts school, and an office building. In 1996, with the generous help of donations from local residents, the City of Del Mar bought the building and converted it into a library. WHICH SPECIFIC AREAS DOES THE LIBRARY SERVE? The Del Mar Library serves the residents of Del Mar and residents of north coastal San Diego County, primarily in the 92014 and 92130 zip codes. WHAT ARE YOUR ROLES AS BRANCH MANAGER AND ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER? Patricia Selkowitz: My job is more of the technical side of the branch. I make sure that customer requests are filled and that deliveries are completed. I also ensure that the doors are open and that customer service is at the highest level possible. I most enjoy participating in branch programming, storytimes, and our book clubs. Polly Cipparrone: My job is to oversee the branch, build community relationships and partnerships, develop branch programs and attendance, and ensure that branch programs and services are reflective of community needs and interests. I most enjoy working with our customers and partners. I have really enjoyed getting to know this community. HOW HAS THE LIBRARY CHANGED OR EVOLVED OVER TIME? When the library opened in the old St. James church building in 1996,
the library’s space dramatically increased. Changes over the years have included the creation of kids and teens areas, the creation of a community room from the former patio, and an interior remodel over a year ago that greatly maximized the interior space for the public by reducing the size of the customer service desk, placing the library stacks onto movable book cases, adding display furniture, and adding new comfortable reading furniture in order to promote a light, bright, welcoming environment and enable customers to appreciate a view of the ocean from the library. WHAT SETS THE DEL MAR LIBRARY APART FROM OTHER SAN DIEGO PUBLIC LIBRARIES? The age of this library building. Both the Del Mar Library and its building (the former St. James church) celebrated their 100th anniversaries last year. In particular, the Del Mar Library building is one of nine historic buildings in Del Mar. Also, and maybe this is biased, but I think there is something to be said for the history of this building. From the church to the Albatross Restaurant and other miscellaneous businesses previously held in the building, and now a library for the last 19 years,
customers frequently comment on the warm feel of this branch. PLEASE TELL US ABOUT THE TYPES OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THE LIBRARY OFFERS. ARE THERE ANY SPECIFIC PROGRAMS OR CLASSES FOR CHILDREN, TEENS, AND/OR ADULTS? We offer programs for all ages including yoga, storytimes (toddler, preschool, baby, pajama, Hebrew/ English bilingual, Spanish/English bilingual, kids read to dogs/Love on a Leash), investment club, book clubs (book talks, print to movies, monthly book discussion), conversational Spanish class, knitting circle, technology help appointments, afterschool crafts and science activities for kids, homework helpers, Local Author Showcase, and chess club. Services include print and online magazines/newspapers, audio CDs, and DVDs. DOES THE LIBRARY OFFER ANY SERVICES THAT THE COMMUNITY MIGHT NOT BE AWARE OF OR WOULD GREATLY BENEFIT FROM? Services we offer include a community room that can be reserved by nonprofits for meetings, public-use Internet access computers and printing, and free Wi-Fi. Although we have offered free technology help appointments
for some time, we now offer these four days a week in 30-minute individual sessions and for most personal devices (e.g. iPods, iPads, PCs, laptops, cell phones, Kindles). Customers can call the branch to schedule an appointment. HOW IS THE LIBRARY FUNDED? The Del Mar Library is a part of the San Diego County Library (SDCL) system, which is funded through San Diego County resident tax dollars. The Del Mar Library building is owned and maintained by the City of Del Mar. The Friends of the Del Mar Library raise funds through an ongoing booksale in order to purchase new library materials, sponsor library programs, and fund renovations to the library. Also, the library has been the recipient of generous grant-funded programs and renovations from San Diego County and community partners such as the San Diego County Board of Supervisors, the Del Mar Foundation, the Del Mar Farmers Market, and the Del Mar Village Association. PLEASE TELL US ABOUT YOUR STAFF AND WHAT THEY BRING TO THE LIBRARY. Polly Cipparrone, Branch Manager: She has the ability to
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80,837 develop new programming and strengthen community and city relationships. She also has a great sense of humor. Patricia Selkowitz, Assistant Branch Manager: She is a voracious reader and talented book talker. Maintains strong relationships with customers. Jennifer Runge, Youth Services Librarian: Has a lot of enthusiasm and energy for children and children’s programming. She has a following for her storytimes. Linda Farmer, Library Technician I: She is the backbone of the branch library’s staff – the heart and constant for all of us. Thomas Pierce, Library Technician II: He is the branch technology guru, both a patient and talented instructor.
books and magazines (e.g. audio, eBooks), and print. Also, the Del Mar Library houses City of Del Mar and County of San Diego documents. Del Mar Television recordings of City Council and Committee meetings are archived here. The library also houses a large collection of local history resources, including the Del Mar Historical Society’s oral history recordings. IS THE LIBRARY IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS? Volunteers are the heroes of the library. The Del Mar Library is always looking for new volunteers. We try to match library needs with the interests and talents of our volunteers. People who are interested in volunteering should call the library at 858-755-1666.
WHAT DOES THE LIBRARY’S COLLECTION CONSIST OF? Library materials in many formats, including DVDs, CDs, online, digital
INTERNET SIGNUPS: HOW DOES THE LIBRARY STAY CONNECTED TO THE COMMUNITY? We stay connected through our staff’s participation at the City of Del Mar’s quarterly nonprofit meeting, by attending City Council meetings, providing outreach to local schools, partnering with local organizations, participating in local events such as the Del Mar Art Stroll, and meeting and talking with community members and customers. IF YOU COULD GRANT THE LIBRARY ONE WISH, WHAT WOULD IT BE? That all Del Sol Magazine readers would have a San Diego County Library (SDCL) library card and come visit the Del Mar Library. DO YOU HAVE ANY UPCOMING EVENTS IN MARCH/APRIL THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH OUR READERS? On April 30, the library will celebrate our annual signature event, Del Mar Library Rose Weekend. This is
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where the Del Mar Library hosts the Del Mar Rose Society’s Rose Show. On Friday, May 1 the library hosts a concert. WHAT IS THE MOST REWARDING PART ABOUT WORKING WITH THE LIBRARY? Storytimes, getting the children excited about books and reading, and building relationships with the customers and community.
At-A-Glance | POLLY CIPPARRONE, BRANCH MANAGER Community: Del Mar Heights Education: BA Politics and Government, M.S.L.S. (Library Science) Family: Married, proud aunt of two nephews Hobbies and Interests: Reading, watching movies, gardening (native plants) Favorite Library Program: Local Author Showcase
At-A-Glance | PATRICIA SELKOWITZ, ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER Community: Del Mar Education: AA History Family: Single, proud aunt of three nieces and two nephews! Hobbies and Interests: Reading, watching movies, swimming, cat lover Favorite Library Program: Book Talks and Treats book club and Pajama Storytime 40 • DelSolMagazine.com • March | April 2015
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Patricia Tirona
Solana Beach Library Branch Manager
PLEASE TELL US ABOUT THE HISTORY BEHIND THE SOLANA BEACH LIBRARY BRANCH. In June 1925, Ira Earl Conner opened the first Solana Beach County Library in his grocery store. For 20 years the library remained in his store until he sold the store in January 1946. It was located 100 feet south of Plaza St. on Highway 101 and the building is still in use. The library was moved to the Colony Shop on Highway 101 for about one year and then to a variety store, where it was located until September 1948. From early County Library correspondence, it appears to have moved into the Jack and Jill Shop, presumably on Highway 101, but was only there until July 1949, when the owner of the store asked that the library be removed. It reopened in June 1950 at the Weaving Studio of Mrs. May Shelton St. John. She sold the store in July 1952. There was difficulty finding a place for the library then as none of the businesses would take it. Finally Mrs. Joseph C. Scialdo
in 1968. During the first month there were no shelves, the books were in boxes in the center of the library, and the library had a circulation of 1,200 books in the first month. As the population in Solana Beach increased, the circulation increased and the library became inadequate. The adjoining shop became available and the library expanded into this area for the children’s collection.
took it into her home at the north end of Solana Beach in August 1952, where it remained for almost a year. At this time, various groups were trying to obtain a more permanent location in Solana Beach. They wrote to the San Diego County library and the County Supervisors. Finally through the efforts of the Solana Beach Women’s Civic Club and the County librarian, a lease was obtained at 145 S. Highway 101. The library was a little over 1,000 square feet and opened in October 1953. The library moved into one shop area
In March 1983, the Friends of the Solana Beach library was formed. They became very active in trying to increase the library size and find a new location. New space was found in the Lomas Santa Fe shopping center. The library moved into a 3,800-square-foot space in October 1983. In 1995, the Solana Beach City Council appointed Councilmembers Joe Kellejian and Marion Dodson as a subcommittee to work toward a new library location for Solana Beach Library. Funding was obtained from the State of California, the City of Solana Beach, the County of
San Diego, the San Dieguito Union High School District, and Friends of the Solana Beach Library. In June 2000, a contract was awarded for a 10,500-square-foot library, located at Earl Warren Middle School. It is a shared-use library between the San Diego County Library and the San Dieguito Union High School District. The library was dedicated June 22, 2001 and opened its doors for use on July 5, 2001. WHICH SPECIFIC AREAS DOES THE LIBRARY SERVE? It serves the entire community of Solana Beach, in addition to the neighboring communities. SDCL provides library cards for free for California residents and $5 for out of state patrons who may live anywhere in the world. Government issued identification is required. WHAT IS YOUR ROLE AS BRANCH MANAGER? The branch manager oversees the daily operations of the branch in conjunction with the assistant branch
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manager. The branch manager is also responsible for implementing the SDCL’s strategic plan as it applies to the branch, ensuring that the branch is meeting the mission of SDCL: inform, educate, inspire, and entertain. In addition to the general duties of a librarian, the branch manager manages outreach programs for the county library, including the planning, implementation, and evaluation of services to special groups. The branch manager participates in library committees and at professional meetings, workshops, and conferences, promotes the library within the community, develops partnerships within the community, tries to determine how the library can serve its specific community to the best of its available resources, and acts on those outcomes. WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB? I love working with our library community, which includes the students, their families, and the administration at the school. As a shared use library, we have a larger population of middle school student patrons than the average public library, hence we have more opportunities to serve them. At this age they still retain a semblance of childlike innocence.
This partnership with the school gives us an opportunity to make a difference in their lives. For example, many of the students spend their lunches and several hours after school here. We want to make the library a comfortable, welcoming, and nurturing environment for them. They are our future library users. In addition, the Solana Beach library community is supportive, patient, and understanding about this partnership, and I have had many patrons express their joy in watching the students enjoy their time here. The staff wants to make it a place where people want to come, where “everyone knows your name.” I love to see first-time library users delight in all the resources and activities we provide. HOW HAS THE LIBRARY CHANGED OR EVOLVED OVER TIME? I have been here since the library opened in July 2001. We were part of the evolution of the library as a community center. We started out with poetry club and music appreciation, and now we have multiple programs each day designed for all ages. The entry of electronic books, both audiobook and eBook, have required changes in the library system’s approach to developing the collection, but we haven’t cut out books, we have just added the eLibrary format to our collection.
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With the increase in technology, staff is now available for helping with questions on the floor, greeting patrons, hosting programs, and spending more time in the community. WHAT SETS THE SOLANA BEACH LIBRARY APART FROM OTHER SAN DIEGO PUBLIC LIBRARIES? We are the first of two shared use libraries in San Diego County Library System. Benefits include longer hours of operation to accommodate the school’s opening hours Monday through Friday as we open earlier than any other library in the public sector when school is in session. We close later than any school library. The school has access to the complete 33 branch collection, rather than a finite collection found in a school library, and the community is served by a larger staff than a school library. One of the missions of the library is to reach out to the youth of the community, and being part of a middle school offers a wealth of opportunities for us to serve them and their families. PLEASE TELL US ABOUT THE TYPES OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES YOU OFFER. ARE THERE ANY SPECIFIC PROGRAMS OR CLASSES FOR CHILDREN, TEENS, AND/OR ADULTS? For adults, we offer classes such as Spanish and knitting, workshops, concerts, and Bridge Club meetings.
We also have daily afterschool activities for the students such as crafts, movies, cartoons, and Bridge for Teens. We offer weekly storytimes for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers and Mother Goose visits on Thursday mornings. Our Tuesday Library Chats address different themes focusing on improving the quality of your life. We also offer citizenship and English Conversation Café classes. The County has just launched a new program as well called 1000 Books Before Kindergarten. Studies show that children who are read to improve their language skills, listening skills, and attention spans. We invite all families with children who are not yet in kindergarten to come in and get a reading log! Prizes will be awarded to those children who participate. DOES THE LIBRARY OFFER ANY SERVICES THAT THE COMMUNITY MIGHT NOT BE AWARE OF OR WOULD GREATLY BENEFIT FROM? With the advance of eBooks library patrons may not know that they can check eBooks out from library for free. Our membership in two outside consortiums, the Circuit and Link+, also give patrons access to millions of books throughout California and Nevada. If you can’t find the book at our library, chances are you can find it in either the Circuit or Link+ systems.
SOLANA BEACH LIBRARY
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18,616 PROGRAM ATTENDANCE: HOW IS THE LIBRARY FUNDED? Through property taxes and supervised by the County Board of Supervisors. PLEASE TELL US ABOUT YOUR STAFF AND WHAT THEY BRING TO THE LIBRARY. Every staff member has their special skills and strengths, and they bring so much to our library. Technician Mim Haug is our publicity person who has a knack for spicing up our promotional material. She also performs outreach to the local senior center and La Vida del Mar. Technician Kaye Colwell is our technical services guru – her attention to detail keeps us all on our toes. Technician Adela Guerrero has a personal touch with our local La Colonia Eden Gardens customer base. Assistant Branch Manager Joani Kerr is our library ambassador throughout the community, and has been known to ask people in line at local stores if they have a library card. Youth Librarian Renee Hanson focuses on the middle schoolers, is a liaison to the school, and is known for her gentle nature. Our newest addition, Jorgina Soto, is our children’s librarian and hosts two storytimes per week. She comes to us with a long tenure at SDCL and will be a great asset to the library. Marci Barcezwski is our page, who keeps our books on the shelves. She has been with SDCL for over 25 years. Our dedicated volunteers in the bookstore are fantastic. They staff the bookstore six days a week, help raise revenue, sort donations, and work in the library itself. They average at least 230 hours per month, not including student workers.
WHAT DOES THE LIBRARY’S COLLECTION CONSIST OF? With a library card students and the community can access our resources while at the library or at home via the San Diego County Library’s website, www.sdcl.org. Resources include books, large print books, books on CDs, music CDs, entertainment and documentary DVDs, magazines, downloadable audio books and eBooks, homework help, Medline and other online sources, access to two library consortiums outside of the County collection, the Circuit and Link +. Link + expands our borrowing capacity to encompass public libraries across California and Nevada. IS THE LIBRARY IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS? Yes, we would love to have more volunteers! HOW CAN ONE GO ABOUT VOLUNTEERING OR FINDING OUT ABOUT VOLUNTEER WORK? Come in and ask to speak to a volunteer coordinator or go to www.volunteermatch.com. During the summer we expand our Service Learning program for teens. Also, the Friends of the Solana Beach Library is our major volunteer organization
which supports the library. They offer opportunities in the bookstore. The Friends support the library financially, and allow us to provide a special library collection called Friends Express, and they also financially support our many programs. The library itself also welcomes volunteers to help in the library with our various clerical tasks that are necessary to keep the items on the shelves and the hold items ready for pick-up. Just come on in and talk to us! HOW DOES THE LIBRARY STAY CONNECTED TO THE COMMUNITY? We strive to connect with the community, and our major approach is to go out to the organizations within our community. Staff represents the library at meetings such as the Solana Beach City Council, Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce, Solana Beach School District, La Colonia de Eden Gardens Foundation, local preschools, Head Start, and more. We are always seeking opportunities to expand the library’s reach into the community. In addition, we have a great working relationship with Earl Warren Middle School administration and the PTSA. We have a lot to offer and we want to get the word out.
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9,238 IF YOU COULD GRANT THE LIBRARY ONE WISH, WHAT WOULD IT BE? That every resident of Solana Beach get a library card, use it to check out books, attend a program, and access our computers. DO YOU HAVE ANY UPCOMING EVENTS IN MARCH/APRIL THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH OUR READERS? Tuesday Library Chats will present Maximizing Your Brain’s Health on Tuesday, March 17 at 6:30 p.m. and Senior Life Transitions on April 21 at 6:30 p.m. We will have our Día de los Niños celebration on Tuesday, April 21 at 6 p.m. Día is a nationally recognized initiative that emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children from all backgrounds. Gaston’s Puppet Show will be here and all children will receive a brand new book of their choosing along with some tasty refreshments.
At-A-Glance | PATRICIA TIRONA, BRANCH MANAGER Community: Solana Beach Education: Masters in Library Science Family: Three adult children, one grandchild Hobbies and Interests: Crocheting, knitting, walking the beach, cycling for recreation, exercising at the gym Favorite Library Program: Read for Wags March | April 2015 • DelSolMagazine.com • 43
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CAMP GUIDE WE UNCOVER WHAT MAKES NORTH COUNTY SAN DIEGO A SUMMER CAMPER’S DREAM
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ummer camps merge exploration and self-expression within a hands-on learning environment. They also promote independence, a sense of belonging, and friendship, which boosts self-esteem and development. And with a good amount of summer camps set in the beautiful outdoors, camps not only cultivate new skills but also provide us with the opportunity to immerse ourselves in nature
and breathe in the fresh air. With prime locations near the ocean, parks, and campgrounds, North County San Diego boasts a wide variety of summer camps for children and teens of all ages and interests for the artist, athlete, comedian, or animal lover in the family. Whether a child or teen is looking for a traditional camp experience, a weekend science and discovery camp, a creative experience with an art camp or a sports camp, summer camps in North County cater to them all. Our summer camp guide provides an inside scoop on the camp options available this upcoming season. We invite you to read along and discover the adventure awaiting you.
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FUN AND MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES INSPIRED MOVEMENT DANCE AND PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS GIVE DANCERS THE OPPORTUNITY TO SHINE by JENNIFER FRAKES | photos by Holly Ireland
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t Inspired Movement Dance and Performing Arts dancers of all ages are encouraged to develop not only their dance skills and abilities, but also to further their enjoyment of dancing. This is especially evident in the special camps offered at the studio. “Our camps are geared towards fun, learning, and growing each dancer’s love for the art of dance. The camps are run by our professional staff and give all children a chance to shine. Each camp holds a performance at the end of the week, and the families are always in awe of what their kids learn in just a short amount of time,” said Jenna Saylor, Owner of Inspired Movement. According to Jenna, the camps began when the studio’s hip-hop program for younger children was filled to bursting. She created the “Lil Peeps” hip-hop camp for five to eight-year-olds, and from there the camp program has grown tremendously. Camps are now offered to this age group in ballet (“Prima Princesses”) and musical theatre (“Lil Stars”). These camps run from Monday through Friday and are three hours long. They are focused on fun, with each day consisting of dancing, arts and crafts, and games. “This year, we are also offering a full Musical Theatre camp run by San Diego Voice Academy for dancers who are nine years old and up. Dancers will learn to sing, dance, and put on a show just like the professionals,” explained Jenna. All of the camps are designed not only to build confidence but
create friendships along the way. Inspired Movement also offers intensives for their more advanced dancers in jazz, contemporary, ballet, and dance for camera. These intensives and workshops are designed to motivate and challenge each dancer. For their intensives, Inspired Movement brings in master and guest instructors, and dancers are left feeling inspired. The camps and intensives are open to everyone, welcoming dancers from all over the San Diego area. Inspired Movement Dance and Performing Arts recently expanded their facility to include three studios, additional dressing rooms, larger study rooms, and a parent/student lounge. The studio offers a variety of classes for all ages and levels, and the atmosphere encourages fun, learning, and feeling inspired to grow as a dancer. Inspired Movement not only creates highly technically trained dancers to be individual artists but confident individuals as well. “We are also focused on safety. Our studio is a safe place to be, where each child should feel valued and taken care of,” stated Jenna. She also points out that at all camps, dancers are signed in and out by a parent or guardian and instructorto-student ratios are always kept in mind. For more information about Inspired Movement camps, classes, workshops, and intensive programs visit www.inspiredmovementdance.com.
“THIS YEAR, WE ARE ALSO OFFERING A FULL MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP RUN BY SAN DIEGO VOICE ACADEMY FOR DANCERS WHO ARE NINE YEARS OLD AND UP. DANCERS WILL LEARN TO SING, DANCE, AND PUT ON A SHOW JUST LIKE THE PROFESSIONALS.”
Inspired Movement Dance and Performing Arts AT-A-GLANCE Name of Dance Studio: Owner: Years in Position: Year of Establishment: Address: Website: Email: Phone: Description of Dance Studio:
Inspired Movement Dance and Performing Arts Jenna Saylor 4 2010 3323 Carmel Mountain Rd. Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92121 www.inspiredmovementdance.com jenna@inspiredmovementdance.com 858-532-8774 Inspired Movement is a dance studio offering a variety of classes for all ages and levels. They cater to every dancer’s needs and provide them with not only skills and opportunities but positive memorable experiences as well.
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s the all-star staff is proud to say, “There is never an off-season at Frozen Ropes!” The baseball and softball training program provides year-round opportunities for young athletes to learn and grow. With locations in 4S Ranch and Del Mar, Frozen Ropes is the largest baseball and softball development program in San Diego and offers private lessons, classes, cage rentals, clinics, camps, and travel ball teams. Frozen Ropes looks forward to the start of Summer League 2015 – last year’s program hosted over 200 young players! Participants in all programs range from 3 to 18 years old, and camps are offered for ages 6 to 12. Parents can sign their children up for morning, afternoon, or full-day sessions, and 2015 camps run every week of summer beginning June 12. “Player development is our priority at Frozen Ropes,” explained General Manager Curt Holcombe. Staff members include coaches who have won National Championships and played in the Minor Leagues as well as Ron Witmeyer, who played with the Oakland A’s and coached at Stanford and UC Berkeley. Learn more at www.sdfrozenropes.com, or call the 4S Ranch location at 858-485-9399 and the Del Mar location at 858-643-9390.
Camps employ more than 1,500,000 staff to work in various camp positions The top five camp activities in the U.S. are swimming, arts & crafts, ropes, archery, and miscellaneous water activities
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RC Gymnastics opened in 1992 as a mom-and-pop gymnastics studio in Solana Beach in a 1,500 square foot space with less than 10 clients. Committed to quality service, integrity, and maintaining a top-notch facility, the studio now boasts almost 10,000 square feet in the same complex and serves over 500 clients a week. And TRC Gymnastics still keeps the momand-pop attitude, as Owner Darryl Davis explained, “We simply never lost the attitude of closeness to our roots or our clientele.” TRC Gymnastics offers preschool and recreational gymnastics for boys, girls, and adults, as well as tumbling and cheer classes in a positive environment filled with high energy, impressive equipment, and specialized instructors. According to Darryl, all instructors are former gymnasts and participate in the extended educational opportunities that are offered by the United Stated Gymnastics Federation. The original TRC Gymnastics is located at 722 Genevieve St. Suite L, Solana Beach, CA 92075. To learn more about the facility’s summer camp options be sure to visit www.trcgymnastics.com. TRC also offers gymnastics classes and teams at TRC South, which is just 5 minutes south of Carmel Valley in Sorrento Mesa
SUMMER CAMP DIRECTORY Camp Fire USA www.campfiresdi.org
4S Ranch Sports Park www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/parks/centers/4s.html
Art Venture LLC www.artventurellc.com
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Academy of Dance Arts www.academyofdanceartssandiego.com
Bounce California www.bouncecalifornia.com
Academy of our Lady of Peace www.aolp.org
Boys & Girls Club of America www.bgca.org
Academy of World Dance n’ Arts www.worldancenarts.com
Boys & Girls Club of Greater San Diego www.sdyouth.org
Ace Tutoring www.acetutoring.com
Bronco Ball - RB www.rbbroncoball.com
ACT - San Diego www.actsandiego.com
Buck Up Rides www.buckuprides.com
Carlsbad Educational Foundation www.CEFAcademy.org www.CarlsbadEd.org
Adrenaline Lacrosse www.adrln.com/lacrosse/camps
Bushikan Karate Dojo www.bushikan.com
Carlsbad Lagoon www.carlsbadlagoon.com
All-Star Academy www.all-staracademy.com
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Carmel Valley Art Studio www.cvartstudio.com
Academy by the Sea www.abts.com
Camp Jaycee www.lfjcc.org/camp
Bishop’s School Summer Camps www.bishops.com
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All Star Dance www.allstardance.net Art 4 Children Summer Camp www.art4children.com
www.facebook.com/pages/Camp-Run-A-Muk/104123639677819
Camp Simcha www.campsimcha.org/calendar Camp Stevens www.campstevens.org/summer Carlsbad Art Farm www.carlsbadartfarm.com
California Ballet School www.californiaballetschool.com
Church’s Martial Arts www.churchsmartialarts.com
California Youth Conservatory Theatre www.cyctheatre.com
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et into a new routine this summer with a fun-filled dance camp at Danceology Performing Arts Campus! Danceology offers a broad variety of camps and classes throughout the eight-week summer session for young boys and girls of all experience levels. “The camps are engaging atmospheres designed to build the foundation and love of dance while cultivating a personal relationship with the family and the student,” explained Danceology Owner Nicole Lucia. “We assess each dancer’s individual level and commitment and recommend classes specially designed for your child’s need.” Programs include five different tiny tot camps, intermediate workshops, and a beginning cheer/hip hop camp for ages 7 to 10. There are also boys-only hip hop and tap classes, as well as an adaptive dance class for young girls with special needs – the only local dance studio to offer such a program. Two important parts of the Danceology experience are the welcoming environment and high quality of instruction. Instructors are CPR-certified and always on-hand to guide young dancers. The emphasis on nurturing and confidence-building has proven to have incredible results. Over the years, Danceology students have accepted college scholarships and developed professional careers in the industry. “Since we’ve been open for over a decade, we’ve become experts in the field of dance,” said Nicole. “We’ve found our niche in creating that love and passion for performance and dance at a young age.” Sabrina Roux, a proud Danceology parent, enthusiastically attested to the program’s success. “We treasure every summer spent at Danceology,” she shared. “My daughter would not be as poised and well-rounded of a dancer today without having started in one of Danceology’s dance camps.” Find out more at www.danceology.biz.
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Genuine Volleyball www.genuinevolleyball.com
Coast Volleyball www.coastvbc.com
Get Air Sports www.getairsports.com
Congregation Beth Am www.betham.com
Girl Scout Camp www.sdgirlscouts.org
Country Montessori www.countrymontessori.org
Gyminny Kids & North County Gymnastics www.gyminnykids.com Advertisement on page 27
CP3 West Coast Youth Camp www.cp3camps.com CYT (Christian Youth Theatre) www.cyt.org
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:::: SWIMMING SCHOOL PROFILE
AT-A-GLANCE Name of Business: TritonTykes Owner: John Silverman Year of Establishment: 2014 Website: www.tritontykes.com Email: john@tritontykes.com Phone: 858-519-4268 Description of Business: TritonTykes employs a system of swim instruction that is modeled after the 58-year career of Coach Tom Bradbury. It is a seven-day system based on continuity, consistency, and psychology. This unique method has
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the tutelage of Coach Bradbury training 120 oach John Silverman of TritonTykes children. “He transferred a wealth of information has parents impressed with his to me, and as a result, I am extremely confident,” swimming method. He is teaching John stated. His confidence stems from more even the most reluctant and hesitant children than just his hundreds of hours of training; John to swim in only seven days. Silverman coaches has been a swimmer since age 3 and worked children, as well as adults, to feel secure in as an ocean lifeguard at Hollywood Beach, FL the water while enjoying the total swimming during his college summers. John formed his experience. “The mission is quite simple,” business, TritonTykes, in the summer of 2014 he explained, “to train a child to be poolimmediately following his training under Coach safe in a short period of time with minimal objection or displeasure. It is a seven consecutive day My four-year-old daughter was very reluctant system based on continuity, consistency, and psychology.” and fearful of the water prior to meeting Coach John. This system, which is a After only two days with him, she, who three days gentle but firm approach, was developed by legendary Swim prior would barley put her knee in the water, was Coach Tom Bradbury over putting her head under and swimming several feet a 58-year period comprising across the pool to John. I was amazed!” over 94,000 students. This unique method has a proven ~ Leilani Fraser 100% success rate. John was introduced to Bradbury. Today, John teaches in San Diego, the program first-hand when Coach Bradbury Orange County, and Ft. Lauderdale, FL. taught his two grandsons (ages 2 and 4) in the John explained that on the first day the spring of 2013. He was inspired to learn the swimmers are usually quite resistant and coach’s “secrets” and start his own program. In hesitant. By the end of day two the child the spring of 2014 John spent one month under
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realizes that nothing frightening has happened and by day three the child begins to appreciate his or her new skill. “At this time going to the pool becomes exciting and by day five the child doesn’t want to leave the pool,” he said. Silverman feels strongly that “the best part of this experience is witnessing the jubilation of the parents along with the newly acquired confidence of the child.” He continued, “Swimming is most importantly a life skill, however it is also a huge boost to a child’s self-esteem at this point in their life.” John has derived great gratification working with children with Down syndrome and Asperger’s syndrome along with micro preemies (children born prior to week 28 of gestation). “Once trained, a child will never forget what he/she has learned.” John stated. “The 100% success rate, the Bradbury method, which is based on 58 years of experience, and the short, seven-day duration all add up to a most pleasant learning experience for the child as well as the parents.” SPECIAL ADVERTISEMENT
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ow that the lovely weather has reminded you of the arrival of spring, there are a few ideas worth considering besides spring cleaning. We are all aware that increasing energy costs, legislation, decommission of San Onofre (estimated at $4.4 billion), and warming weather trends are causing substantial increases in residential utility rates. And we well recall how much our utility bills can be at the height of the summer. However, as a homeowner you can empower yourself by taking advantage of programs available in San Diego. The Home Energy Renovation Opportunity Program (HERO) allows homeowners to apply for low-cost loans making energyefficient, renewable energy products more affordable. HERO provides 100% financing at low interest rates, flexible payment terms, and repayments through your property taxes. The HERO
WITH 38 YEARS IN THE INDUSTRY, NATURAL ENERGY HAS INSTALLED MORE SOLAR THAN ALL OTHER LOCAL COMPANIES COMBINED loan stays with the property even if it is sold and payments may be tax deductible, lowering the effective interest rate. Now that you have empowered yourself, consider solar energy for your home. Why all the interest in solar? Solar panels are popping up on roofs all over the neighborhood. What do your neighbors know that you don’t? It is undeniable that we all pay the proverbial sunshine tax to live in beautiful San Diego. Why not take advantage of such an abundant, clean, renewable energy source? Installations continue to boom and solar is more affordable than ever. According to Solar Energy Industries Association, (SEIA) this is because “since the third quarter of 2010, the average price of a photovoltaic (PV) panel has dropped by 63%.” Your neighbors also know that the federal solar tax credits end next year, and in addition to the HERO program, there are attractive finance and leasing programs with no money down for solar installations. They may also know that Natural Energy is the leading company in San Diego for solar. With 38 years in the industry, Natural Energy has installed more solar than all other local companies combined and offers solar PV systems made right here in the United States. Consider Natural Energy for your solar energy needs and go solar now! ¢ 56 • DelSolMagazine.com • March | April 2015
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Local Rotary Club Brings Hope to Students DEL MAR-SOLANA BEACH ROTARY DONATES TO HOPE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES
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he Del Mar-Solana Beach Rotary Club recently donated $2,000 to Hope Without Boundaries, an organization that helps the poor, sick, and elderly become self-sufficient, to provide assistance to children residing in Canon de las Carretas so that they can attend public school. In order for students to enroll in school they must purchase a school uniform, mandatory gym clothes, and school supplies, costs that many parents cannot afford. Hope Without Boundaries encourages these children to attend school, providing the funding for uniforms and other costs. The organization also ensures that the children feel encouraged and supported in school as well. Hope Without Boundaries volunteers travel from the Solana Beach area down to Carretas on the second Saturday of each month to provide breakfast, crafts, games, and occasional facilities improvements to the area. Often they are joined by Del Mar-Solana Beach Rotary volunteers and Interact Club students from Canyon Crest Academy. Lesley Sagar, President of Hope Without Boundaries, noted that the CCA students truly inspire the children that they work and play with. She shared, “The children are very excited when they see the CCA students.” For more information about Hope Without Boundaries head to www.hopewithoutboundaries.com. To stay updated on the Rotary Club’s activities visit www.dmsbrotary.com.
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:::: IN OUR OWN BACKYARD
BEAUTY
IN BLOOM
Discover Flora, Fauna, and Fun at Local Botanical Gardens by LAINEY KRAL
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ith the days getting longer and the weather getting warmer, spring is the perfect time to explore the natural beauty in our backyard. San Diego is home to a varied collection of botanical gardens, bringing together native plant life with blooms from around the world. From orchids and butterflies to cacti and succulents, our local botanical gardens have a special something to share with everyone in the family.
Formerly known as the Quail Botanical Gardens, the San Diego Botanic Garden has been a colorful fixture in Encinitas for over 50 years. The sprawling garden features trees, flowers, and other plants from all over the world. Visitors can journey from the dragon tree grove of the Canary Islands to the cork oak trees and irises of the Mediterranean – or learn more about local history along the Native Plants and Native People Trail. Kids will enjoy the Hamilton Children’s Garden with a mountain stream, elephant foot tree forest, and tree house to explore. Nearby is the Bird and Butterfly garden, filled with flowers planted especially to attract our feathered and fluttering friends. Visit the Alta Vista Botanical Gardens to experience a unique blend of art and nature. With the goal to “Bring Together People, Nature, and Art,” the gardens showcase a stunning range of international and local plants as well as unique artistic pieces integrated into the garden layout. Alta Vista Botanical Gardens accepts artwork on a consignment basis,
Alta Vista Gardens www.altavistagardens.org
Botanical Building www.balboapark.org/in-the-park/ botanical-building
Palomar College Arboretum www2.palomar.edu/pages/arboretum
San Diego Botanic Garden www.sdbgarden.org
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including sculptures, walkways, and walls created by talented local artisans. The site also features the California Natives Garden, Children’s Garden, and Antique Rose Collection along with a variety of culinary and medicinal herbs. One of San Diego’s best-preserved cultural landmarks also hosts many of the city’s horticultural treasures. Balboa Park is home to over a dozen beautiful gardens, including the Casa del Rey Moro Garden, the Children’s Ethnobotany Garden, the Japanese Friendship Garden, and the Rose Garden. And overlooking the Lily Pond and Lagoon is the park’s iconic Botanical Building. The impressive lathwork structure – one of the largest of its kind – houses over 2,000 cycads, ferns, orchids, and more. A touch-and-smell garden lets visitors interact more closely with chocolate mint, lemon mint, and other unusually aromatic plants. Be sure to point out the carnivorous pitcher plants and Venus fly traps to the kids!
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South Bay Botanic Garden www.southbaybotanicgarden.org
The Water Conservation Garden www.thegarden.org
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Managing Your Taxes in 2015 by Richard H. Fogg, CFP® President & CEO
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here’s one thing you can count on as we kick off a new year – changes to the tax code. While there are few major new laws affecting taxpayers in 2015, it is important to understand how any adjustments to tax rules or your income might affect your tax liability. It is a critical aspect of your overall financial plan and can help you avoid any surprises when you file your tax return this year. Be aware that new laws can be implemented during the year. Congress has the ability to adjust tax laws and even do so retroactively. The tax code in place at the start of 2015 could be altered before year’s end, with those changes being made effective for the whole year. Here are some important tax considerations for the New Year:
GET HEALTH INSURANCE OR PAY The individual mandate under the Affordable Care Act that took effect Jan. 1, 2014 requires most individuals to obtain a qualifying level of health insurance or be subject to a fee. In 2015 the fee has increased to the higher of: • 2% of your yearly household income (capped at a certain level) or • $325 per person ($162.50 for a child under 18), with a family maximum of $975
If your employer provides health coverage, you do not have to purchase additional insurance on your own. Those who don’t have employer coverage can review options available from the health insurance exchanges. Visit www.healthcare.gov for more information.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF TAX SAVINGS BY DEFERRING INCOME If you typically “max out” your workplace retirement plan contributions, you are able to adjust those deferral amounts to a higher level in 2015. The elective deferral limit for employees has risen to $18,000, $500 more than in 2014. Those 50 and older can make an additional $6,000 in contributions ($500 more than 2014) to their 401(k), 403(b) or federal government Thrift Savings Plan. Remember that for every dollar of income you defer into your retirement plan on a pre-tax basis, you reduce your current tax liability.
PAY ATTENTION TO A NEW LIMIT ON IRA ROLLOVERS IRA contribution limits remain the same for 2015, but there is an important rule change for IRAs. Now, tax laws allow only one rollover from an IRA to a different IRA in a 12-month period. The “one rollover per year”
limit applies in circumstances where you withdraw money from an IRA, but then roll it to another IRA within 60 days to avoid any current tax or penalty consequences. Direct transfers from an IRA with one trustee to an IRA with another can happen as often as you wish. Unless it is absolutely necessary, you want to avoid taking IRA distributions prior to age 59 ½ to eliminate the risk of incurring a penalty. It’s best to talk with a tax professional before doing an indirect rollover to make sure you understand all the rules.
ACCOUNT FOR INFLATION IN TAX RATES AND YOUR INCOME Tax brackets are adjusted yearly for inflation. In 2015 the income thresholds for each bracket were raised by about 1.5%. The standard deduction amount (used if you don’t itemize deductions) and the personal exemption amount are also adjusted for inflation. It is important to be aware of how all of these factors might affect your tax liability. On the other side of the coin, if you receive a salary increase and/or bonus in 2015, it could impact your tax bill. Work with your tax advisor to help determine if the amount of tax withheld from each paycheck is sufficient to avoid an under-withholding penalty.
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that level of empathy, we approach each patient with a very high level of compassion. Overall we know that our success is in providing a level of customer service that far exceeds our competition.” Customers rave about the way the pharmacy personalizes their experience. According to Tarek, the community admires the beauty of the store, the efficiency, and the attentiveness. Tarek and his staff go above and beyond to ensure their customers are well informed about their prescriptions, and the result is a very personal and positive experience for all. “It was our goal to have this effect on the community and because of it, the word is spreading and the growth has been gradually increasing. It gives my employees and myself so much satisfaction when we see how happy our patients are with the service we provide,” shared Tarek. The pharmacy service includes offering specialized “compounded” medications, which are necessary when a medication’s strength, dosage form, or ingredient is no longer available by the drug manufacturers. Tarek said, “We can compound the medication to the exact specification of your doctor; that also includes veterinary medicine for pets.” Carmel Valley Pharmacy also provides a same-day home delivery service and accepts all major insurance plans. Tarek concluded, “I am very eager to learn the needs of the community, whether it be specific herbal medications, immunizations, sport injury rehab or prevention, or gift/boutique items.” So the next time you need your prescription filled, visit this wonderful new pharmacy, and enjoy the quick, courteous attention you’ll receive.
ost of us have waited forever to see a doctor, and then been forced to wait even longer for our prescriptions. Although there are no shortages of big-box, chain-store pharmacies, their usual delays with getting prescriptions filled make us long for a magical place where a friendly, knowledgeable pharmacist can quickly fill our orders – or better yet, have them delivered directly to our homes. Lo and behold, Carmel Valley Pharmacy, owned by Tarek El-Ansary, is the answer to our prayers. Opened in December of 2013, Carmel Valley Pharmacy was born out of the neighborhood’s need for friendly convenience. Carmel Valley resident Tarek explained, “I’ve heard many neighbors express their extreme frustration when dealing with the chain pharmacies in the area. Name of Pharmacy: Carmel Valley Pharmacy They would compare it to going to the DMV – ‘a necessary but negative Owner: Tarek El-Ansary, Pharm.D. experience.’ When they found out I owned and ran a pharmacy in East Years in Position: 16 years as pharmacist County, they wished I would open a pharmacy here. This community Year of Establishment: 2013 clearly understands that small businesses give much more personalized Address: 12750 Carmel Country Rd. Suite A101, San Diego, CA 92130 service than the chain stores.” Website: www.carmelvalleypharmacy.com Thanks to Carmel Valley Pharmacy’s warm and peaceful Email: carmelvalleyrx@yahoo.com environment, customers are instantly put at ease. In addition, they are Phone: 858-481-4990 shocked at how fast their prescriptions are ready, not to mention the Description of Pharmacy: An independent pharmacy owned by one-on-one helpfulness. Tarek emphasized, “We know that your time is a Carmel Valley family. Focused on making your experience with priceless and we focus on getting your prescription done in less than 10 them personal and pleasant along with getting your prescription minutes. We also understand that patients have probably spent much done in under 10 minutes. of their day waiting to see their doctor and might not feel their best. With
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he Kaiser Permanente Carmel Valley 5K & Fun Run brought runners of all ages out for its third annual event. Runners gathered at the Bay Club Carmel Valley to start off the race, which was followed by a big celebration, the Bay Club Bash. Community involvement was high, with participants cheering one another along the race and many runners sporting matching athletic shirts. The after party at the Bay Club included refreshments, music, activities, and a live dance performance. Proceeds from the race will benefit local schools. Racers were given the opportunity to direct a portion of their proceeds to the following schools or organizations: Del Mar Schools Education Foundation, Solana Beach Foundation, Torrey Pines High School Foundation, Canyon Crest Academy, Carmel Valley Middle School PTSA, Earl Warren PTSA, Cathedral Catholic High School, Notre Dame Academy, San Diego Jewish Academy, and Del Mar Pines School.
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:::: REAL ESTATE WATCH
Right Now is the Best Time for First-time Buyers to Purchase a Home!
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eautiful, sunny San Diego County is one of the most soughtafter markets to find a home. With its moderate climate year-round, idyllic location, and close proximity to the beach and mountains, it’s no wonder so many families are looking to move here. Although it is ranked as one of the most expensive markets to purchase a home, the San Diego housing market is making a push forward and seeing some positive signs for 2015. San Diego has seen an upswing of economic growth in the past few years. The city is making some progress coming out of the Great Recession, which is great for those looking to buy a home in the area. As more jobs are becoming available and people are beginning to see those higher wages, many homes are being purchased before they are even built. While the market is hot, buyers are jumping on the chance to own their first home or downsize. Home values have seen a 4% increase, which is a good thing for the San Diego housing market. The median home price is San Diego is about $518,800 with a mortgage rate of 4.8%. Mortgage rates remain low in the San Diego housing market, but credit still remains tight. The median household income is going to be the driving force for the housing industry.
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Local employment growth is the main driver in the San Diego housing market. As of now, the job growth is looking healthy moving in 2015. This past year, San Diego County added 30,000 jobs and now boasts an unemployment rate of 5.8%. Stability is key. Right now is the best time to purchase a home for those first-time buyers as interest rates are going to creep up more slightly this year again. This is still a good thing as it will bring balance to the San Diego housing market and keep the home price appreciation down. Don’t hesitate to get a new home or move up to the home of your dreams. The San Diego housing market is in a great place starting out 2015. Investing in a home in San Diego County at this time is definitely a beneficial thing for any family. Call or text us today at 858-243-5278 for more information.
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Recent Sales Activity Beds Baths Est SF
Beds
Baths
Est SF
Price
860
$375,000
2146 El Amigo
3
2
1,590
$1,235,000
1
860
$378,000
300 7th Street
3
2
1,584
$1,327,000
2
1,008
$550,000
13434 Racetrack View Court
4
3
3,190
$1,350,000
3
1
1,122
$550,000
13675 Mira Montana
3
3
2,700
$1,363,000
724 Valley Avenue
2
1
720
$579,000
14162 Half Moon Bay Drive
4
3
2,452
$1,365,000
827 Del Mar Downs E
3
3
1,344
$645,000
2160 El Amigo
2
3
2,136
$1,425,000
113 Guanajuato
2
2
1,344
$655,000
13674 Mar Scenic
4
3
3,420
$1,428,000
139 Sabinas Court
2
2
1,415
$656,000
239 S Helix Avenue #K 25
2
2
1,425
$1,450,000
610 Camino De Clara
2
2
1,594
$710,000
124 Via de La Valle 3
3
4
2,252
$1,475,000
2721 Camino Del Mar
2
2
1,154
$725,000
1561 San Dieguito Drive
3
3
2,460
$1,500,000
277 Sea Forest
2
2
1,400
$790,000
620 San Julio
4
3
2,704
$1,542,500
373 Longden Lane
3
3
1,547
$790,000
13162 Caminito Pointe Del Mar
3
3
3,018
$1,585,000
2735 Camino Del Mar
4
2
1,598
$791,000
14299 Mango Drive
4
4
3,720
$1,716,000
3314 Caminito Cabo Viejo
3
3
2,212
$817,000
2118 Cordero
3
3
2,750
$1,725,000
13463 Portofino
3
2
1,527
$825,000
1452 San Benito Court
5
4
3,425
$1,755,654
1562 Camino Del Mar 443
1
2
933
$925,000
306 Lynwood Avenue
3
2
1,523
$1,775,000
817 Santa Florencia
4
2
2,018
$930,000
1336 Via Mil Cumbres
4
4
3,641
$1,875,500
585 S. Sierra Ave 30
2
3
1,620
$937,500
325 Pacific Avenue
2
2
1,244
$2,000,000
251 Stratford
2
2
1,279
$955,000
2058 De Mayo Road
4
4
3,700
$2,250,000
13800 Boquita
4
3
2,113
$975,000
804 Midori Court
4
5
3,743
$2,575,000
3338 Caminito Cabo Viejo
3
4
2,860
$980,000
617 E Circle Drive
3
4
3,011
$2,750,000
526 E Santa Helena E
4
3
2,372
$1,000,000
13721 Pine Needles
4
4
3,279
$2,800,000
12902 Biscayne Cove
4
3
2,167
$1,075,000
226 24th Street
4
4
1,793
$2,850,000
117 Spinnaker Court
2
3
1,224
$1,125,000
14915 Rancho Real
5
5
4,939
$3,750,000
4530 South Lane
3
3
3,136
$1,155,000
651 Fresca
4
3
2,252
$1,189,984
2112 Heather Lane
3
3
1,689
$1,200,000
528 Via de la Valle E
1
1
540 Via De La Valle H
1
740 Valley Avenue
3
732 Valley Avenue
Price
Address
(complete list of homes sold in Del Sol at www.DelSolMagazine.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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2015 Falcons Spring Sports Preview
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he days are getting longer and spring sports are rising on the horizon at Torrey Pines High School (TPHS). The teams are primed to repeat what we have become accustomed to here at the home of the Falcons. Tennis, golf, lacrosse, and volleyball all return strong teams from last year’s successful campaign. Baseball is looking to hit the mark
as a veteran class takes the diamond in what promises to be an exciting year. Girls gymnastics looks to advance the program’s preparation of skills to achieve a stronger and more committed season this year. Girls softball looks to rebuild this year as only four starting players will return this season. As for track and field, this year the boys are rebuilding while the girls have a strong
all-around program. We will be very competitive in the Palomar League and hope to qualify several athletes for CIF. We invite you to come and see the best of what high school sports has to offer at TPHS. ~ Matthew Livingston and Charlenne Falcis Stevens, Athletic Directors
Baseball
Boys Lacrosse
Girls Softball
Boys Golf
Boys Tennis
Boys Volleyball
Girls Gymnastics
Track & Field
Head Coach: Kirk McCaskill Last Year’s Record: 12-17 First Practice: Feb. 21 First Game: March 3
Head Coach: Chris Drake Last Year’s Record: 23-1 First Practice: Feb. 21 First Match: Feb. 26
Head Coach: Jennifer Parker Last Year’s Record: N/A First Meet: March 18
Head Coach: Jonathan Moore Last Year’s Record: 16-13 First Practice: Feb. 21 First Game: March 5
Head Coach: Jono Zissi Last Year’s Record: 15-7 First Practice: Feb. 21 First Game: March 6
Head Coach: John Delille Last Year’s Record: 26-2 First Practice: Feb. 21 First Game: March 10
Head Coach: Adam Zuffinetti Last Year’s Record: 20-6 First Practice: Feb. 21 First Game: March 6
Head Coach: Charlenne Falcis-Stevens Last Year’s Record: Girls: 4-1; Boys: 2-3 First Practice: Feb. 21 First Meet: March 12
2015 Ravens Spring Sports Preview
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t Canyon Crest Academy (CCA) we are very excited for the beginning of the spring sport season! Each year CCA becomes more competitive in the Palomar League. There are two programs which stand out and will be gunning for CIF titles, girls lacrosse and boys tennis. The girls lacrosse
Baseball
team made it to the finals of CIF in the open division last season and are expected to do so again this year. Lead by Coach Rebecca Kingsbury, there is a talented squad with young talent to lead them to a title. The boys tennis team made it to the finals for division II of CIF, losing to Del Norte last year. They will have a
very talented squad who are hungry for another chance to play for the title this season. Coach Larry Belinsky is confident the team will continue their successful run from last year. We hope you plan on coming out and cheering for the Ravens! ~ Eric Smith, Athletic Director
Girls Softball
Head Coach: TBD Last Year’s Record: 4-12 Practices Begin: March 1 First Game: TBD
Girls Track and Field
Head Coach: Mike Hymes Last Year’s Record: 14-17 Practices Begin: Feb. 21 First Game: March 7
Boys Lacrosse
Boys Tennis
Boys Volleyball
Head Coach: Larry Belinksy Last Year’s Record: 12-5 Practices Begin: March 1 First Game: March 10
Head Coach: Garrett Payne Last Year’s Record: 21-13 Practices Begin: March 1 First Match: TBD
Girls Lacrosse
Boys Track and Field
Swim and Dive
Head Coach: Miles Brown Last Year’s Record: 10-8 Practices Begin: Feb. 21 First Match: March 4
Head Coach: Rebecca Kingsbury Last Year’s Record: 18-3 Practices Begin: Feb. 21 First Match: March 6
Head Coach: Andy Corman Last Year’s Record: 0-5 Practices Begin: March 1 First Meet: March 7
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Head Coach: Ted Thompson Last Year’s Record: 0-5 Practices Begin: March 1 First Meet: March 7
Head Coach: Nicolas Kintz Last Year’s Record: Girls: 4-4; Boys: 7-1 Practices Begin: Feb. 23 First Meet: March 6
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he San Diego County Medical Society Foundation (SDCMS Foundation) recently held their Celebration 10 Gala at the Del Mar Country Club, honoring the foundation’s 10 years of service and recognizing Del Mar resident James T. Hay, M.D., the SDCMS Foundation’s founding president and founder of its flagship program, Project Access San Diego, which provides specialty care to uninsured county residents. Highlights of the evening included a cocktail hour, silent auction consisting of original artwork that built on the foundation’s theme, dinner, and more. Attendees included State Assembly Speaker Toni Atkins, San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer, Congressman Juan Vargas, State Senators Mark Wyland and Dede Alpert, State Assembly Members Brian Jones, Rocky Chavez, Brian Maienschein, and Lorena Gonzalez, San Diego County Supervisors Dave Roberts and Greg Cox, and San Diego City Councilmember Todd Gloria. Funds raised from the evening will support Project Access San Diego.
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:::: LIBRARY CALENDARS Libraries will be closed on March 31 in observance of César Chávez Day and April 5 for Easter Sunday.
del mar library
EVENTS MARCH 4, 11, 25; APRIL 22 LOCAL AUTHOR SHOWCASE | 6:30 p.m.
MARCH 26 STORYTIME WITH MR. CARLO | 3:30 p.m.
MARCH 6, 13, 27 STORYTIME | 10:30 a.m.
BLUEGRASS CONCERT | 6:30 p.m.
MARCH 10, 24; APRIL 28 TODDLER STORYTIME | 10:30 a.m. MARCH 12, 19, 26; APRIL 9, 24 BABY LAP SIT STORYTIME (AGES 6-18 MOS.) | 10:30 a.m. MARCH 11; APRIL 8 ART FOR KIDS (AGES 5+) | 3:30 p.m. MARCH 13 STEPS TO UNDERSTANDING YOUR CHILD’S BEHAVIOR 9:30 a.m. DANCE PERFORMANCE: THE GIVING TREE | 6 p.m. MARCH 14 ROSE CARE | 10 a.m. MARCH 15 SUNDAY SALON WITH DR. LINDSEY MCILVENA | 1 p.m. MARCH 18; APRIL 15 SCIENCE FOR KIDS | 3:30 p.m. MARCH 19 STORYTIME WITH MS. BETH | 3:30 p.m. MARCH 20; APRIL 18 HEBREW/ENGLISH BILINGUAL STORYTIME | 10:30 a.m. MARCH 21; APRIL 1 DEL MAR LIBRARY BOOK CLUB | 10 a.m. MARCH 25 CRAFT WITH LINDSEY | 3:30 p.m. MARCH 25; APRIL 22 PAJAMA STORYTIME | 5 p.m.
MARCH 28; APRIL 25 LOCAL AUTHOR STORYTIME | 10 a.m. APRIL 1 FRIENDS OF THE DEL MAR LIBRARY MEETING | 4 p.m. APRIL 14 DÍA DE LOS NIÑOS | 10:30 a.m.
MARCH 5 SUGAR SKULL CRAFT | Teens: 2:20 p.m.; Kids: 3:15 p.m. MARCH 14 ICE CREAM SOCIAL WITH SPARKLES THE CLOWN | 2 p.m. MARCH 17; APRIL 21 TLC - TUESDAY LIBRARY CHAT March 17: Maximizing Your Brain Health April 21: Senior Life Transitions | 6:30 p.m. MARCH 28 CLOSELY KNIT AUTHOR TALK| 2 p.m. MARCH 28; APRIL 25 CHAIR YOGA | 10 a.m. APRIL 9 FRIENDS NIGHT OUT | 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
SAN DIEGO LEGENDS ART EXHIBIT (THROUGH APRIL 25) Co-sponsored by SDCO and Aging Independent Services ANNUAL DEL MAR ROSE SOCIETY SHOW (APRIL 30-MAY 2) Cultivated roses on display at throughout the library
WEDNESDAYS PRESCHOOL STORY TIME (3-5 YRS.) | 10:30 a.m. CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS (APRIL) | 6 p.m. 1ST AND 3RD THURSDAYS SAGE INVESTMENT GROUP Sponsored by the Del Mar Community Connections | 10 a.m. BABY YOGA (PRE-WALKING BABIES) | 10:30 a.m. 2ND FRIDAYS PRINT GOES TO THE MOVIES | 2 p.m.
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EBOOK AND COMPUTER HELP 30 minute appointments available Contact the library for more information 1ST AND 3RD TUESDAY SPANISH/ENGLISH BILINGUAL STORYTIME | 10:30 a.m. CRAFT WITH MS. VERONICA | 11 a.m.
FRIDAYS STORYTIME FOR CHILDREN | 10:30 a.m. 1ST AND 3RD SATURDAYS LOVE ON A LEASH | 10 a.m. 2ND SATURDAYS JIGSAW PUZZLES FOR KIDS | 10 a.m.
TUESDAYS ADULT YOGA WITH LYNEE TRUONG Bring a mat and towel | 12 p.m.
2ND AND 4TH SATURDAYS KNITTING CIRCLE | 10 a.m.
HOMEWORK HELP AND CREATIVE WRITING (STUDENTS IN PRESCHOOL-7TH GRADE) Tutoring done by TPHS students | 3:15 p.m.
SUNDAYS KIDS CHESS | 3 p.m.
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MONDAYS TODDLER/PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Stories, songs, and fun (Walking stage-6 yrs.); six week sessions | 9:30 a.m. BABY STORYTIME Children and caregivers participate in songs and stories For infants-walking stage; six week sessions | 10:30 a.m. TEEN LEGO CLUB (WHILE SCHOOL IS IN SESSION) | 2:20 p.m.
SPEECH AND DEBATE FOR TEENS (NO CLASS DURING SPRING BREAK) | 3 p.m. LAST WEDNESDAYS AUTHOR BOOK CLUB | 6:30 p.m. THURSDAYS MOTHER GOOSE STORYTIME | 10 a.m.
2ND AND 4TH TUESDAYS KNITTING CIRCLE WITH LINDA HART Bring your materials and knit with the group | 9:30 a.m.
TEEN THEATER THURSDAY (while school is in session) | 2:20 p.m.
1 TUESDAYS CHAIR YOGA FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS | 8:45 a.m.
FRIDAYS SPANISH LANGUAGE CLASSES Advanced Beginner with Raquel | 10 a.m.
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TUESDAYS BRIDGE CLUB | 10:30 a.m. TEEN BRIDGE (WHILE SCHOOL IS IN SESSION) | 2:20 p.m.
APRIL 21 DÍA DE LOS NIÑOS WITH PUPPET SHOW | 6 p.m.
AFTERSCHOOL STORYTIME (ELEMENTARY CHILDREN) With Love on a Leash | 4 p.m.
ONGOING
WEDNESDAYS SPANISH LANGUAGE CLASSES (Advanced) with Raquel | 11 a.m.
ART EXHIBITION (THROUGH MARCH 13) Dual exhibition by San Diego Plein Air and Urban Sketchers
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PRESCHOOL CRAFT (3-5 YRS.) | 11 a.m.
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CITIZENSHIP CLASSES (THROUGH APRIL 1) | 5 – 7 p.m.
ENGLISH CAFE Practice ESL | 12 p.m.
ART EXHIBITION (THROUGH MAY 1) Rites of Spring
TEEN DANCE DANCE REVOLUTION (WHILE SCHOOL IS IN SESSION) | 2:20 p.m.
AFTERSCHOOL CRAFT | 2:20, 3:15 p.m.
TOONS IN THE AFTERNOON (WHILE SCHOOL IS IN SESSION) | 2:20 p.m. 1ST AND 3RD SATURDAYS FRENCH CONVERSATION CLUB Native to beginning speakers welcome | 10 a.m. 1ST SATURDAY ORIGAMI FOLDERS New folders welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult | 1 p.m. 2ND SATURDAY SARGENT ART GROUP Founded by local artist Jean McNeil Sargent | 11:30 p.m.
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Academy Dental Care ........................ 36
Gyminny Kids ..................................... 27
Scripps Health .................................... 30
Anna Rode Designs, Inc. .................... 55
Frozen Ropes ........................................... 46
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Scripps Performing Arts ...................... 23
BodyQuest Fitness ............................. 4
KevinTheCarGuy/Beemer+Benz ........ 26
Seacoast Community Church ............. 25
CAD Smiles ........................................ 21
La Jolla Oral & Facial Surgery ............ 25
Soul of Photography ........................... 68
California All-Stars .............................. 2
Leading Note Studios ......................... 57
State Farm - Karen Wroan ................. 16
Carmel Valley Pharmacy .................... 29,62
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The Nativity School ............................ 29
Century 21 United Brokers ................. 53
Natural Energy ................................... 56
The Super Dentist ................................... 17 (Z)
TRC Gymnastics .................................... 46
College Strategy Experts .................... 21
North County Dance Arts Inc. ............. 13
Colossus Painting ............................... 57
Pacific Coast Financial Planning ........ 60
Triton Tykes ............................................. 54
Curtis L. Chan, D.D.S. ........................ 59
Pacific Sotheby’s - Dan Conway ........ 64
Viva Merchandise ................................... 50,55 (Z)
Danceology ........................................ 47,71 (Z)
Proactive Medical ............................... 70
Wag West ........................................... 11
Del Mar Dentistry ................................ 12
San Diego Youth Symphony ...............16
Women’s Week .................................. 61
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