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Fourth of July Recipes
Back to School Guide pg. 18
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Happy Fourth of July!
North County Kid of the Month
Pranav PuttaparthI Surfer of the Month
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July 2014
July {2014} editor’s letter
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Pranav Puttaparthi Hometown: San Diego, California Age: 11 years (12 on August 20th) Grade: Going into 7th School: Meadowbrook Middle School, Poway, CA Hobbies: Reading and writing books and short stories. Also playing video games and publishing them on YouTube.
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When did your love for writing begin? When I was in first grade, I started doodling in a journal about a kid named Quest Kid who saves the world from bad guys. It wasn’t until 4th grade that I decided to publish an actual book. That story was modified a bit to create Escape the Dimension. What made you decide to write and publish your own book? In 3rd grade, I thought of an idea to write a different doodle story called Conscience. However I couldn’t make it a doodle, so I decided to make it a real book. However, it was abandoned because I didn’t know how to make it into an enjoyable book at that time. We decided to self-publish Escape the Dimension because I didn’t know whether the book was going to be a hit or not. Now we know it is a hit and readers like my writing style. For the second book, I’m planning to approach big publishing companies so they can republish the Escape the Dimension Series. What is your book about? This book is about a kid named Randy who gets kidnapped by a bad man who became the principal of a school and put him into a special alternate reality called The Dimension. Along with his friends,
Jason and Brian, Randy has to escape The Dimension. What is the bad man’s intentions to put the kids in The Dimension? Please follow the series to learn more! How did you come up with the idea/subject of your book? While riding my bike across my elementary school, an idea suddenly flashed into my head. I was planning to make a detective story about a principal kidnapping a kid and it was going to be really exciting considering the abandonment of Conscience. However, after studying a few space books I eventually decided to change the story into a Sci-Fi one. What is the name of your book and where can our readers find it? It’s called Escape the Dimension and you can find it on Amazon/Barnes & Nobles websites. You can also find an electronic copy for Kindle, Nook, iBooks(iPad), EBookPie and more. What kind of feedback have you received from your family and friends? Surprisingly excellent feedback! Everyone thought it was amazing that I wrote a book and wanted to buy it and support me. The youngest person who read the book was 7 years old and the oldest who read it was 58 years old. A lot of people said the book was great which is one of the reasons why we’re selling a lot of copies.
Favorite Food: Chocolate, Chicken Tikki Tenders, and Orange Chicken. Favorite thing about living in North County: The great community, schools and friends. I also enjoy visiting the North County Mall and Carlsbad Outlets. Favorite North County beach: Solana Beach and Carlsbad Beach
Do you have plans to write any other books? Yes. This series is going to contain 4 parts. The first is the one I just wrote. There will be a prequel, Conscience, a sequel, Escape the Dimension 2 Time Paradox, and a mystery finale. Conscience, which I just started writing again, will feature Randy’s father. In Escape the Dimension 2 Time Paradox, father and son meet. I can’t spoil anything about the final one, although I can say there will be a battle between planets. We hear that you are consistently an honor student at your school. Tell us about the special award you received. I received 2 Honor Roll awards at my school on June 10th. The Honor Roll awards are achieved by getting 3.5 GPA or more. Is there anything else you would like to add? I would like to thank North County Kids Magazine for featuring me as the North County Kid of the Month! I would also like to thank everyone who bought my book by helping, supporting and getting me to where I am today. I would like to thank David Posey, my cover art illustrator, my family for loving me and giving me all the care and support I need, and my friends who encouraged me to the end. NCK
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See how these celebs like to celebrate the patriotic holiday
Fergie Jimmy Kimmel
Josh Kelly and Katherine Heigl
Lauren Conrad
Pink
Salena Gomez
Oprah
Taylor Swift Christina Milian Lena Dunham and Jack Antonoff
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What’s Happening in North County July 1 Summer Reading Club: Storytime Stories and songs for toddlers through schoolage children. Special Summer storytime schedule from midJune through mid-August. Vista Library 700 Eucalyptus Ave. Vista, 92084 11:30am (760) 643-5100 Free Summer Lunch Program Kids ages 1-18 yrs of age are eligible for a free summer lunch Monday - Friday, 12pm to 1pm, June 16th - August 8th. No lunches served July 4th. While supplies last. Vista Library 700 Eucalyptus Ave. Vista, 92084 (760) 643-5100 Summer Twilight Concert Series 7pm: Back to the Garden celebrates the music of Eric Clapton, featuring special guest Eve Selis 6pm: Opening act Berkley, Hart, Selis, Twang Powerhouse Park, Del Mar (858) 635-1363
Baby Barre Class 45 minute barre class with baby (designed for babies six weeks and up) The Dailey Method, Rancho Bernardo Poway 16777 Bernardo Center Drive, 92128 4 week series 11am, Tuesday and Thursdays, through July 10 $120/8week class session or $20 drop-in rate (858) 433-0377 Tuesday Movie A combination of movies ranging from big, new releases to old school classics that has something for everyone. Contact library at (760) 753-7376 for titles. Encinitas Library 540 Cornish Drive Encinitas, 92024 4pm (760) 753-7376 July 2 Summer Reading Club: Children’s Craft Fun and easy crafts for children ages 6-11yrs. While supplies last. Vista Library 700 Eucalyptus Ave. Vista, 92084 10am (760) 643-5100
July 4: Happy 4th of July! (all Libraries closed)
*Be sure to check out our Fourth of July Celebration Guide for a complete list of North County celebrations and fireworks shows!* Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Bring your family and friends and celebrate our country’s independence “turn-of-the-twentiethcentury-style” at An Old-fashioned Fourth of July. Live entertainment, steam train rides, pictures with Uncle Sam and President Abe Lincoln, patriotic arts and crafts, games, model trains, Civil War re-enactments, and more! * Event followed by the 4th of July Fireworks Celebration at Poway High School. Old Poway Park 14134 Midland Road Poway, 92064 10am-4pm (858) 668-4576
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What’s Happening in North County Cruisin’ Grand Free, family-friendly event that brings more than 5,000 visitors and car enthusiasts to check out 500+ classic cars Historic downtown Escondido Grand Avenue Every Friday until October 3rd 5-9pm http://cruisingrand.com July 5 Morning After Mess Cleanup Surfrider hosts our annual Morning After Mess beach cleanups at four locations throughout San Diego. This years locations include: Oceanside Pier, Crystal Pier, South Mission Beach, and Ocean Beach Pier. 8-11am www.surfridersd.org Lagoon Walk: Aromatic Summer Presented by San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy Free, family-friendly educational walks around the lagoon San Elijo Lagoon 2710 Manchester Avenue Cardiff-by-the-Sea Every Saturday at 10am www.sanelijo.org/ Family Campouts at Lake Poway (also July 19) Bring the entire family for a magical night under the stars at Lake Poway! Activities include: led night hikes, campfire with smore’s, campfire activities, fishing and pedal boating. Families need to bring their own camping equipment, dinner supplies to barbeque and charcoal. Free continental breakfast provided in the morning Families may start setting up camp sites at 7am $52/Poway residents (per family of 5) $62/non-residents (per family of 5) Up to 5 persons per family, $10 for each additional family member Register online Lake Poway 14644 Lake Poway Road Poway, 92064 (858) 668-4770
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6th Annual Doggie Street Festival Southern California’s Largest Dog and Cat Adoption-focused Festival Enjoy music, yummy eats, unique pet products, vet advice and more. Pet Book Fair (new this year), meet pet book authors NTC Park, Liberty Station 92106 9am-4pm www.doggiestreetfestival.org
Wine Club Wednesdays Join the wine guru Michael on the 2nd Wednesday of each month Learn wine topics and enjoy tastings Whole Foods Market, Encinitas 687 S. Coast Highway 101 Encinitas, 92024 Free event 6pm (760) 274-1580
Friends of the Vista Library First Sunday Concert Series The Friends of the Vista Library host a musical concert on the first Sunday of the month Every month until December Free and open to the public. Doors open at 1pm, concert begins at 1:30pm Performance by Duo Zelo Vista Library 700 Eucalyptus Ave., Vista, 92084 1:30-2:30pm (760) 643-5100
Doggie Tales: Read to Dogs! Kids make furry friends and practice reading skills with certified therapy dogs. 2nd Wednesdays Encinitas Library 540 Cornish Drive Encinitas, 92024 3pm (760) 753-7376
July 7 CATCH Healthy Habits K-5th graders and their families have fun with the CATCH Healthy Habits intergenerational health & fitness program presented by OASIS seniors. Experience making healthy life choices and learn games while keeping family members active. * Also July 14 San Marcos Library 2 Civic Center Drive San Marcos, 92069 1:30-2:30pm (760) 891-3000 July 8 Teen Tech Days of Summer Learn something new at each tech session. Some of the things you’ll get to try: stop-motion, coding, web design, JavaScript, HTML, graphic design, web literacy, and more. July 8: JavaScript July 22: Vector Graphics Enciniatas Library 540 Cornish Drive Encinitas, 92024 11am-1pm (760) 753-7376
Live Music in the Gardens: Stone Brewing Co. All summer guests will be able to enjoy live music along with specialty and rare craft beers in the gardens. Each week will feature a different musician. Cost for entrance is free, and rare craft beers will be available for purchase in the outside bar. Stone Brewing World Bistro and Gardens 1999 Citracado Parkway Escondido, 92029 5-7pm (760) 294-7866
July 10 Teen Summer Reading Program: Teen Iron Chef Make the best dish you can think of with the given ingredients and try to impress the judges to claim your victory as Teen Iron Chef! * Also July 22 Vista Library 700 Eucalyptus Ave. Vista, 92084 4pm (760) 643-5100 July 11 Sparkles the Clown Magic and Bubble Show Are you silly? Interested in magic? Come by the library and be entertained by Sparkles the Clown. You can even enter a bubble! Take the summer reading challenge and check out some fun magic books Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library 2081Newcastle Avenue Cardiff-by-the-Sea, 92007 10:30am
(760) 753-4027 July 11-13 Cabrillo Dog Show Over 1,000 dogs of all breeds compete in this AKC accredited dog show. Classes are offered for sporting breeds, hounds, terriers, toys, herding breeds, working breeds and Junior Showmanship. Dog lovers will enjoy the top-notch competition, and will also have the opportunity to look behind the scenes. Free admission and free parking Bates Nut Farm 15954 Woods Valley Road Valley Center, 92082 9am-5pm (760) 749-333 July 12 Doggie Street Festival 2014 The Ultimate Dog Lovers Family Fun Event That Increases Dog and Cat Adoption Countywide. Enjoy Yummy Eats, Music and Special Guests. Liberty Station NTC Preble Field 2455 Cushing Road San Diego, 92106 9am-4pm www.doggiestreetfestival.org Summer Movies in the Park Bring a chair or inner tube and enjoy a familyfriendly movie under the stars at the Poway Community Swim Center. July 12: Monsters University (Swim Center) July 28: Frozen (Community Park) Swim Center opens at 7pm, and movie begins at 8pm *Come early, capacity is limited Hot dogs, chips, drinks, candy, snow cones, and popcorn for sale Poway Community Swim Center 13094 Civic Center Drive Poway, 92064 (858) 668-4671 TAG Teen Advisory Group Meeting and Pizza Are you a teen wanting to be involved in the community? Looking for volunteer hours? This is the place for you. Join us for a discussion and take the lead in planning teen events. Encinitas Library 540 Cornish Drive Encinitas, 92024 12pm (760) 753-7376
Movies in the Park at Grape Day Park Free, family-friendly movies in the park Bring a low-back lawn chair or blanket Children’s activities and snacks available Grape Day Park 321 N. Broadway Escondido, 92025 July 12: Monsters University (G) July 26: The Lego Movie (PG) August 9: Despicable Me 2 (PG) Activities start at 7pm, movie airs at dusk (760) 743-8297 grapedaypark.org Community Outreach Family Festival This family festival and outreach event will include resource booths, games, bounce houses, handball tournament, music and theatrical performances. Sponsored by Victory Outreach Vista - Tri Cities / Save Our Streets, and City of Oceanside Neighborhood Services Department. Balderrama Park 709 San Diego Street, Oceanside 9am-4pm (858) 864-5834 July 12-13 Christmas in July This event will have artisan booths, a kid’s zone, Sister Glady’s rummage sale, raffle, auction, food, beer garden, entertainment and carnival. Sponsored by Old Mission Montessori School and Mission San Luis Rey Parish. Mission San Luis Parish 4070 Mission Avenue Oceanside, 92057 9am-5pm (760) 757-3232 July 13 Fancy Nancy Fashion Show Let your inner Fancy Nancy shine at this event directed by Ms. Claire Burns. 5-9 year olds can come dressed in a manner expressing your individuality, hear the story “Fancy Nancy and the Fabulous Fashion Boutique” and show off your outfit on our “stage”. A Summer Reading event. San Marcos Library 2 Civic Center Drive San Marcos, 92069 2-3:30pm (760) 891-3000
July 14 Zumbini Dre Santana leads a fun movement, dance, and rhythm class featuring kid-friendly songs for toddlers and parent/caregiver. Attendance limited to 12 toddlers. Sign up at the Youth Services Desk or call the Library at (760) 643-5100. Vista Library 700 Eucalyptus Ave. Vista, 92084 10 am (760) 643-5100 July 15 Carlsbad Educational Foundation Night at the Moonlight and enjoy the Moonlight Stage Production of MARY POPPINS Dinner and ‘Date Night’ packages are available with early entry to the theater and a VIP reception. A portion of ticket sales will benefit the programs we fund in all schools. Moonlight Amphitheatre 7:00 pm, performance at 8:00 pm Tickets: https://carlsbaded.org/ marypoppinstickets.aspx Mad Science See science come alive with cool potions and neat facts, brewed up by Mad Science San Diego. Poway Library 13137 County Highway S4 Poway, 92064 10:30am (858) 513-2900 Kids Fitness with Miss Andrea Kids fitness class with Miss Andrea for kids ages 18 months to 5 years old. Sign-up required 4S Ranch Library 10433 Reserve Drive San Diego, 92127 9:30am (858) 673-4697
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Del Mar Racing Opening Day Season: July 17- September 3, November 7-30 Summer Concert Series: July 18, 25 & August 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 22, 29, 31 Stretch Run $6 ($10 on Opening Day) Clubhouse $10 ($20 on Opening Day) (858) 755-1141 www.dmtc.com
Make Shaving Cream Print Art Use shaving cream and tempera paint to create an artistic print. Dress for a mess! Best for toddlers-preschoolers A Summer Reading event. San Marcos Library 2 Civic Center Drive San Marcos, 92069 10:30am (760) 891-3000
Family Health Fair The Escondido Community Child Development Center’s annual fair is a fun, free, health-filled event for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their families. Booths with giveaways, activities, healthy eating and health screening services offered. 9am-1pm (760) 670-2613 eccdc.com
Encinitas Classic Car Nights The streets of Downtown Encinitas will be rockin’ and rollin’ when Encinitas Classic Car Nights comes to Downtown Encinitas. Hot rods, Woodies and other classic and vintage cars will line S. Coast Highway 101 from D Street to J Street. 5:30-7:30pm (760) 943-1950 July 18 Science Fun with Plants and Flowers For ages 0-12 years Civic Center Library 330 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside 2pm (760) 435-5490 July 19 Love on a Leash Share a book with a therapy dog and choose a prize out of the treasure chest. Best for preschool-aged children Del Mar Library 1309 Camino Del Mar Del Mar, 92014 10am (858) 755-1666 July 22 Summer Twilight Concert Series 7 pm: The Heroes 6 pm: Opening act Michael LeClerc Powerhouse Park, Del Mar (858) 635-1363 Hullabaloo Concert Sing and dance to the musical stylings of the kidfavorite Hullabaloo band. Best for toddlers-preschoolers Poway Library 13137 County Highway 4S Poway, 92064 3:30pm (858) 513-2900
Wild Wonders Wild Wonders bring their live animal ambassadors for an educational presentation. Famly-friendly Encinitas Library 540 Cornish Drive Encinitas, 92024 4pm (760) 753-7376 July 24 Comic-Con Themed Photo Booth Celebrate Comic Con weekend by taking a picture at our photo booth with Comic Con inspired props. Family-friendly, all day event Encinitas Library 540 Cornish Drive Encinitas, 92024 (760) 753-7376 Magic Show with Craig Stone Amazing and incredible magic of professional magician Craig Stone! Everyone is welcome and the show is free. Solana Beach Library 157 Stevens Avenue Solana Beach, 92075 10:30am (858) 755-1404
Glow in the Dark Storytime Free storytime for all ages Civic Center Library 330 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside 2pm (760) 435-5490 July 26-27 Obon Festival Family friendly festival featuring Japanese food (until 6pm or when sold out), three taiko drumming groups, cultural demonstrations and performances, boutique items, silent auction, plant booth, children’s craft booth, game booths for children, talks on Buddhism and time each day to familiarize yourself with the Bon Odori dances that start at 6:30pm both days. Vista Buddhist Temple 150 Cedar Road, Vista 12-8pm Free admission & parking (760) 941-8800 www.vbtemple.org
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Recipe
4th of July Inspired Recipes Red White and Bruschetta
Cheeseburger Cupcakes
These little cheeseburger cupcakes are made with white cake “buns,” dark chocolate cake “burgers patties” and cheese and condiments made from colored frosting.
Ingredients: • 1 loaf italian bread • 1 1/2 cup grape tomatoes chopped in half • 3/4 cup blueberries • 1 tsp olive oil, plus 1/4 cup • 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled • 1 clove garlic • black pepper to taste
Directions: 1. Preheat oven to broil. 2. Slice bread into 1/2 inch thick slices. Lightly brush both sides of the slices of bread with olive oil. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 7 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and rub one side of bread with garlic. Allow to cool before topping. 3. Mix tomatoes, blueberries, 1 tsp olive oil, feta cheese and black pepper together in a bowl. Place a spoonful unto each slice and enjoy!
Directions: 1. Make a double batch of your favorite white cake cupcake recipe and a single batch of dark chocolate cake 2. Color some white frosting red, green, and yellow (or buy precolored decorator’s frosting in tubes.) 3. Cut the tops from all of your white cupcakes, and from all of your chocolate cupcakes. These will be what you use-- you can freeze the “butts” of your cupcakes for use in something else later on, or make a trifle with them! 4. To assemble: Place a white cupcake top “bun” on the bottom. Add some yellow frosting for cheese. Place your chocolate cupcake top “burger” on top. Add red and green frostings for ketchup and lettuce. Top with another white cupcake “bun.” **You can also use cake mix and bake sheets of cake and cut out circles for the buns and meat with a circle cookie cutter instead of cupcakes. 5. Brush the top “bun” of each cupcake with a touch of melted honey or maple syrup. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, and serve!
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1. San Diego County Fair 4th of July Celebration • Del Mar Fairgrounds: 2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard, Del Mar • Celebration starts at 9:0am, fireworks at 9pm • Start off the day at the Fair with a patriotic opening ceremony at 9:30am, then enjoy the Hometown Heroes Parade at 7pm, a concert provided by the Navy Band Southwest followed by a spectacular fireworks display.
6. Independence Day Celebration • Grape Day Park, 321 North Broadway, Escondido • 4-9pm • Pack a picnic, and grab a blanket to enjoy a day full of music, magicians, baton twirlers, kid-friendly activities, contests and fireworks.
2. Red, White and BOOM! • LEGOLAND California: One Legoland Drive, Carlsbad • Fireworks start at 8:30pm • Take the whole family and spend the day enjoying over 60 rides, shows and attractions along with some all-American picnic games like burlap races and water-balloon tosses and then top it off with an aweinspiring fireworks display set to patriotic music. 3. Oceanside Fireworks Show • Rancho del Oro, Oceanside Blvd. & Rancho Del Oro Drive, Oceanside • July 3, 6-10pm • Bring a beach chair and enjoy Oceanside Fireworks Show with music by El Camino High School and Oceanside High School bands along with bites from amazing food trucks. • (760) 435-5041 4. Yankee Doodle Dinghy Parade • Oceanside Harbor • Participants decorate their dinghies in a patriot theme and parade around the inner harbor • Sponsored by Oceanside Yacht Club. • 1-2:30pm • (760) 722-5751 5. Camp Pendelton Beach Bash • Del Mar Beach on Camp Pendelton • July 4th, all day • Military members and their families enjoy an explosive fireworks show, live bands, a video tribute, sun, surf, patriotism and Esprit de Corps all in one day at the 4th of July Beach Bash!
7. Grand Tradition July 4th • Grand Tradition, 1602 South Mission Road, Fallbrook • Starts at 4pm, Fireworks at 8:45pm • Enjoy a day of live entertainment, dancing, kid friendly activities, Quack-Up Suck Race, Rubber Raft Regatta, food and drink, and fireworks! Tickets include admission and tickets which can be used for food, beverages and activities. 8. Mira Mesa Fourth of July Celebration • Mira Mesa Community Park, Mira Mesa Boulevard and New Salem Street, Mira Mesa • Fireworks at 9pm • Come early for the parade and family friendly activities and stay late for the fireworks. 9. An Old Fashioned Fourth of July and Fireworks • Poway High School Stadium, 15500 Espola Road, Poway • 7-10pm • Following the Poway Old-Fashioned Fourth of July celebration at Old Poway Park (10:00 AM to 4:00 PM), head to Poway High School for music, more food, glow sticks and fireworks 10. Rancho Bernardo’s The Spirit of the Fourth • Webb Park • 7-9:30pm • A whole day of fun in Rancho Bernardo with a pancake breakfast; a festival with food, music and games; a parade; and fireworks! 11. Rancho Santa Fe’s Independence Day Concert on the Green • 1pm • Pack a few blankets and chairs for a free patriotic concert performed by the Coastal Communities Concert Band. 12. San Marcos 4th of July Celebration • Bradley Park, Rancho Sante Fe Road and Linda Vista Drive, San Marcos • 6-9pm • Carnival games, jumpers, food and fireworks! 13. Scripps Ranch 4th of July Parade and Festival • Scripps Ranch Hoyt Park (Festival) • 10am-1pm • After the community parade, enjoy fun, food, music and games at the free festival. (no fireworks) 14. Independence Day Celebration: Honor our Heroes, Celebrate our Freedom • Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista • 5-9pm • Celebrate Independence Day Vista Style with live music, the Light up the Night Dinner and fireworks. July 2014 | North County Kids
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2014 Summer Camp Guide Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego Ultimate Summer Camp Ages 5-18 4S Ranch, Escondido, Poway & Valley Center (858) 866-0591 SDYouth.org/Daycamps.aspx Why choose the BGCGSD for summer camp this year. We have over 70 years of experience, affordable prices, a trained professional staff, fun and structured activities in a safe environment. Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego Summer Adventure Club For Middle Schoolers Middle Schoolers 4S Ranch, Escondido, Poway & Valley Center (858) 866-0591 SDYouth.org/Daycamps.aspx Why choose the BGCGSD for summer camp this year. We have over 70 years of experience, affordable prices, a trained professional staff, fun and structured activities in a safe environment.
The Fine Tune Academy: Young Musicians Beach Camp Wednesdays From 8am-1pm, through August 6th Ages 10-18 Camp is on the beach in Carlsbad. (760) 908-4911 www.thefinetuneacademy.com Get your young musician out of bed and down to Carlsbad Beach for a half-day of summer activities, music education and more. Music lessons in a constructive, social and encouraging environment. Music Camp show at the end of summer.
Rock Your Summer Family Nights Rock Church North County | 1740 La Costa Meadows Dr. | Suite 200, San Marcos, CA 92078
Interactive Movie Night: July 18 YOU are in the movie! Characters will come to life as you experience our interactive surprises in this TOTALLY uniquemovie-viewing experience.
Slime Time Live: August 15 A family game show with crazy prizes, slime games and awesome memories made together!
Summer Block Party: September 12 We’ll host the craziest and most fun block party ever, complete with DJs, glow stuff, yummy treats, photo booths, and family activities to close your summer out the right way.
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2014 Summer Camp Guide
Piano for Tiny Fingers, Summer PrePiano Groups & Kindermusik Pre Piano Camps: July 14 or 21, Aug. 4 or 11(4 lessons each week) Kindermusik Camp: July 7 or July 28 (4 Lessons each week) Children 2-5 years (3 to 5 yrs. Parent optional) 519 Quail Gardens Lane, Encinitas (760) 994-8714 www.pianofortinyfingers.com Pre-Piano group lessons to introduce children to the basics of the piano, music rhythm & notation. Fun active instrument play, movement, singing, coloring and fun at the keyboard. Kindermusik is enriching musical fun with instruments, rhymes, singing, movement, puppet play & stories. Tuition is $68. Publish My Book! July 7-18, 9am-12pm; 1pm-4pm July 28-Aug 8, 9am-12pm; 1pm-4pm Ages: 1st - 6th grade Horizon Prep Schoo Rancho Santa Fe (760) 310-1899 sogocreation@yahoo.com http://prepsummer.org/ Children will write and illustrate their very own book and become a published author and illustrator by the end of the program. They will also dive deep into learning about the components of a story and aspects of publishing. The class includes 2 free copies of your child’s published book.
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11 weeks of themed summer camps starting as low as $149
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Skater of the Month
Logan Farmer Age: 9 Hometown: Carlsbad Stance: Regular Sponsors: Spy & Fugoo Started Skating at Age: 7 years old Started Competing at Age: 8 years old Favored Discipline: Vert, Bowl, & Street
Career Highlights CASL 2nd overall 2013 CASL 1st Street Belvedere CASL 2nd Bowl & 3rd Street Palm Springs
Q&A
How has living in North County affected your
skating career? North County has the best skateparks and is home to the Ecke YMCA in Encinitas. Who are some local pros and companies that have helped you in your achievements? Andy Macdonald and Daniel from the Y. Where do you see yourself professionally in 5 years? Competing in the X Games, and sponsored by 187 Killer Pads, Independent Trucks, Vans, and Hurley.
What’s your favorite after-school snack? Menchie’s Do you get nervous before every competition? If so, what do you do to relax and calm your nerves? Yes, I get nervous. I think to myself, I am the best and I CAN WIN! What advice do you have for other kids thinking about learning how to skateboard? Never give up, keep trying, and listen to the advice of others. We hear that you have several other talents and hobbies, can you tell our
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readers about those? I like to play basketball and football at school. How do you juggle your other interests and skateboarding? School comes first, skateboarding comes second, and other sports come third. Is there anything else you want to add? Anything you want our readers to know? I really look up to Tom Schaar, Mitchie Brusco, PLG, Elliot Sloan, Shaun White, Tony Hawk, and Bob Burnquist. I’d like to thank my mom and dad, and my skate coaches Brendon Anderson, Sage, and Tador. NCK
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Boys and Girls Clubs of San Dieguito After School Program Grades: K-12th (858) 755-9371 BGCSanDieguito.org Our staff is experienced, trained, and CPR/first aid certified. Education is a top priority; we promote physical fitness/healthy lifestyles, arts/ crafts, help create long-lasting friendships, and develop good character/leadership skills. Fees/financial assistance vary by location. Hours are after school until 6:00p.m.

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Community Montessori Charter School 1441 Montiel Road, Suite 143 Escondido, CA 92026 (877) 300-8299 www.cmcharter.org www.facebook.com/CommunityMontessori Community Montessori Charter School (CMCS) is a public, tuition-free charter school, serving K-8 students, through a personalized, selfmotivating, and comprehensive Montessori education. CMCS has learning centers in Escondido and Santee, and a home-study program that serves students throughout San Diego County. Please see our website www.cmcharter.org for up-to-date information.
Dehesa Charter School 1441 Montiel Road, Suite 143 Escondido, CA 92026 (877) 300-8299 www.mydehesa.org www.facebook.com/dehesacharterschool We partner with homeschooling families, serving K-12 students, to create a meaningful education by focusing on talents and learning styles. We offer learning centers in Chula Vista, Encinitas, Escondido, Mission Valley and Murrieta. Please see our website www.mydehesa.org for up-to-date information. Grace Lutheran Schools Preschool-8th grade 643 W. 13th Ave. Escondido, CA 92025 (760) 747-3029 www.graceschoolescondido.org Grace Lutheran School provides excellence in education, creating 21st century leaders: academically, spiritually, and socially. Students receive a Christ centered education through an integrated technology approach and a collaborative learning environment involving students, teachers, family, and the community.
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NewBridge School Kindergarten - Grade 8 12285 Oak Knoll Road, Poway, CA 92064 (858) 679-5744 www.newbridgeschools.us NewBridge School is a private K-8 school for bright students with language-based learning disabilities, including dyslexia, auditory and visual processing and processing speed difficulties, and memory deficits. Our students become effective learners, then transition into mainstream high schools and colleges. Rancho Encinitas Academy 910 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas, 92024 (760) 942-2011 www.ranchoencinitasacademy.com www.facebook.com/ RanchoEncinitasAcademy Rancho Encinitas Academy is a non-sectarian private school that serves students from Pre K through 8th grade. The mission of the school is to nurture each student’s natural wonder and joy of learning. This goal/process is facilitated by a positive, relaxed atmosphere combined with the guidance of highly skilled, caring and creative teachers. Quality education at the school prepares students for real life skills for their (the challenges of the) future by fostering knowledge, creativity and self-reliance.
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Stars Montessori Academy Ages: 6 weeks - Kindergarten 1680 S. Melrose Drive, Vista (760) 597-9796 www. starsmontessoriacademy. com We pride ourselves on offering our families and children a quality program that will nurture their inner spirit as well as provide each child with an opportunity to satisfy and enrich their natural curiosity and desire to learn. Open house: July 19, 11am-1pm!
Recipe
Healthy, High-Protein Snacks for Your Busy Family
Between the block parties, parades and late night fireworks, the Fourth of July is an exciting and entertaining yet potentially exhausting holiday. Chef Cheryl Forberg, nutritionist for Omni Hotels and NBC‘s “Biggest Loser,” has four quick and healthy high-protein snacks to keep kids energized. They’re easy to pack and take on the go and contain nearly 150 calories and more than 10 grams of protein so your kids won’t lose their stamina – even if you do! Good Eggs: “Deviled Eggs” — 3 hard boiled egg halves, whites only, each half filled with 1 tablespoon hummus (140 calories, 10 grams protein) Green Gobbling: 2/3 cup edamame in the shell (158 calories, 13 grams protein) String Theory: 1 low-fat mozzarella cheese stick and 1 large fresh orange (140 calories, 10 grams protein) Rye Society: 2 Wasa Rye Crackers and 2-1/2 ounces lox (smoked salmon) (150 calories, 14 grams protein)
And for a healthy, power packed start to the day, try Chef Forberg’s Quinoa breakfast bars. With super charged ingredients like oats, nuts and coconut, you and the kids are guaranteed to have a most spirited star spangled holiday! Quinoa Breakfast Bars (Yield 24 bars)
Ingredients: • Cooking oil spray • 2 ½ cups gluten-free old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick) • ½ cup quinoa flour • ½ cup nonfat dry milk powder • ½ cup unsweetened coconut • ½ cup sliced almonds or chopped pecans • ½ cup chopped dried apples or other dried fruit or berries • ½ cup currants or raisins • ½ teaspoon salt • 1 cup dark honey • ½ cup natural almond butter or peanut butter • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Directions: 1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Lightly coat a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with cooking oil spray. 2. In a large mixing bowl, measure the rolled oats, quinoa flour, milk powder, coconut, almonds, dried apples, currants, and salt. Stir well to combine and set aside. 3. In a small saucepan, warm the honey and nut butter over low heat, stirring occasionally until blended. Do not boil. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla. 4. Add the warm honey mixture to the dry ingredients and quickly stir the mixture until it’s well combined. The mixture will be sticky but not wet. 5. Pat the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press firmly with your hands to remove any air pockets. 6. Bake the bars until they just begin to brown on the edges, about 25 minutes. 7. Cool for 10 minutes and then cut them into 24 bars, each about 11⁄2 x 21⁄4 inches. 8. When the bars are just cool enough to handle, remove them from the pan to a cooling rack. When they are completely cool, store them in an airtight container. Keep them in the refrigerator for optimal freshness.
Per serving: Calories 161 (From Fat 56); Fat 6g (Saturated 2g); Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 61mg; Carbohydrate 25g, Dietary Fiber 2g, Protein 4g Contributed by Elise Edwards. Follow her on Twitter @luxeangelesmom.
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Cody Lovaas put on an amazing show at the Summer Kickoff Event benefiting music programs in local schools! Candice Johnson, Spark Fly Images.
Beautiful classic cars, such as this Woodie, are regulars at Encinitas Classic Car Cruise Nights.
New moms love the new baby barre classes at The Dailey Method Rancho Bernardo Poway.
These local kids are all smiles after buying new decks at the Aura Skateboarding pro shop.
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Surfer of the Month
Kiersten Noonan Started Competing: 2012
Age: 13 Grade: 8th
Career Highlights Received “Sportsman Award” from WSA Midget Smith Memorial, Sponsored by Surfcoach USA, Carver, Von Sol in 2013-2014 season Received “Scholarship Award” from SSS, sponsored by Body Glove in 2013-2014 season Received “MVS (Most Valuable Surfer) Award” from Earl Warren Surf Team in 2013-2014 season
Q&A
How has living in North County affected your surfing career? North County has given me a selection of different waves: reefs, beach breaks, and a few point breaks. I especially love the beach lifestyle here. My father says there’s no place like it as far as the consistency of surf, variety of surfing break, and great weather. Our family has lived in North County since the 1870’s for a reason. Who are some local pros and companies that have helped you in your achievements? How? Thanks to Michael Burns from O’Neill in helping me to get a sponsorship from O’Neill Wetsuits. Thanks to Hansen’s for turning me on to Michael Burns and for paying for my contests Photography by Sheri Crummer
Hobbies: Anything to do with water, soccer, and carver Skating
School: Diegueno Middle School Hometown: Encinitas
Favorite Surf Spot: Lowers Trestles
Stance: Goofy
Longboard or Shortboard: Shortboard
Sponsors: O’Neill, Hansen’s Boardroom, CND Surfboards Started Surfing: 2002
and giving me encouragement. Thanks to my Dad who makes my surfboards and gives me advice to improve my surfing. Any advice to other surfers out there looking to improve their skills? • Surf with a buddy who can push your limits. • Keep a positive attitude even when you fall! • If you have a frown, turn it upside down. What do you love the most about surfing? Why? Surfing is always there and it is a life-long activity. I met some of my greatest friends surfing. It also helps me keep things in perspective–I
do some of my best thinking when I’m out in the water. Even during or after a bad day, it all peels off my shoulders when I go out surfing–puts things into perspective. Have you ever had any shark run-ins or other sea creatures? I’ve never felt pain before like I felt when I got stung by a stingray! Where do you see yourself professionally in five years? I will be 18 and it is my goal to be on the ASP World Tour. NCK
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Mom to Mom
Book Review
Megan Rath is a wife and mom of a 8 year old daughter and 4 year old son. She is the organizer of the Hip Chicks Book Club (www.meetup.com/hipchicksbookclub), a large group of diverse women of all ages that meets in North County every month. A native of North County all her life, she currently lives in Vista.
The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America by Erik Larson Being a Jane Austen fan myself, In 1893, Chicago was host to the World’s Fair, where things like Shredded Wheat and the Ferris Wheel were introduced. Daniel Burnham was the visionary behind this huge, obstacleridden undertaking. And at the same time, a few blocks from the fair, another man, Dr. H.H. Holmes, has a vision of his own, one of torture and murder, and becomes the first documented serial killer in America. This was a fascinating read! Although it in non-fiction, it reads like a novel. I did find that Googling images of the buildings and attractions as they were mentioned was very helpful, as there aren’t many photos in the book. And as much as I enjoyed knowing how the fair itself came to be, the parts that focused on Holmes, as sick and creepy as he was, were what I looked forward to reading the most.
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The House at Riverton by Kate Morton In England in the 1910’s, 14-year-old Grace goes to work at Riverton, the large country estate belonging to the Hartford family. As she gets older, she becomes the ladies maid, and confidant, to Lord Hartford’s daughter. Now, at age 98, Grace must recall secrets she’s kept for the family all these years, including events surrounding the night in 1924, when a famous poet committed suicide at Riverton. If you are a fan of Downton Abbey, this is the book for you. Although some aspects were slightly predictable, I really enjoyed the story, and the relationships between the English upper-class and the people who work for them.
I give this book a B. If you liked this book, I definitely recommend The Forgotten Garden, also by Kate Morton.
Kids & Their Pets
Autumn, 4, loves to take pics with her Weimeraner, Sky.
Bryce is all smiles with her pet iguana, Spike.
Little Sullivan is best buds with the family pooch, Crash.
This little cutie has a forever friend, and guardian, in the family’s German Shepard. July 2014 | North County Kids
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BEATING SUMMER HUNGER
The Rock Church Donates 17,824 Meals to the San Diego Food Bank
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ock Church, in partnership with the San Diego Food Bank, held its 6th annual Superhero Food Drive during April and May. The food drive encouraged community members to be real-life heroes by donating food for families in San Diego County—especially for children who cannot rely on free school breakfast and lunch during the summer months. With collection sites at the Rock Church North County as well as its main campus in Point Loma and its new East County location, the Rock Church raised 21,388 pounds of food. This translates to 17,824 meals for families in need in San Diego. “If we do what Jesus commands us to do, there shouldn’t be a hopeless inch of real estate in our community,” said Miles McPherson, senior pastor of the Rock Church. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), 16.2 million children lived in a food-insecure household in 2010. The USDA also reported that 35.1 percent of single-mother households and 25.4 percent of single-fa-
ther households were “food insecure.” A food insecure household is a home where there is uncertainty where its next meal is going to come from. “The San Diego Food Bank serves about 320,000 food-insecure individuals every month,” said Robin Skale, the food procurement coordinator at the San Diego Food Bank. Skale oversees all community food drives, including the Superhero food drive sponsored by Rock Church. “These people include lowincome families, single parent homes, and military families.” Summer is a crucial time for the San Diego Food Bank because the majority of children who receive free lunch during the academic year are not able to receive a free meal during the summer. According to the Food Research and Action Center, six out of seven low-income children who eat a free or reduced-price lunch during the academic year do not get free meal benefits during the summer months. As a result, many parents turn to the San Diego Food Bank especially during this time. “The Food Bank relies on food donations
to supplement meals for these children,” said Skale. “Food drives are an important way our community can help, especially during the summer months.” For more information on helping feed a hungry child in San Diego County, visit http:// sandiegofoodbank.org. NCK
The Rock is San Diego’s largest church. It was started in 2007 by Pastor Miles McPherson, a former NFL player. Over 12,500 people attend the Rock’s five Sunday services online and in person at their multiple campuses. For more information go to www.therocksandiego.org. Twitter (@therocksandiego) & Facebook (The Rock San Diego).
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Students from High Tech Elementary North County, seen here, recently donated their frog life cycle art and research reports book to Alta Vista Gardens.
The new official ballkids (18) of the San Diego Aviators couldn’t be more excited. Congratulations to all of you!
Our talanted June Surfer of the Month, Malia Faramarzi, recently made the Olympic development team which means top 16 in the state!
Everyone had a ball at last year’s Obon Festival. Don’t miss it this July 26-27 at the Vista Buddhist Temple.
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Rancho Encinitas acadEmy Excellence in Teaching • Excellence in Learning Rancho Encinitas Academy is a private school that serves students from K through grade 8. Nestled in the beautifully landscaped campus is the sister school, Edison Academy, that serves students with mild to moderate learning challenges. The mission of both programs is to nurture a student’s natural wonder and joy of learning, facilitated by a highly creative staff. Quality education at these schools prepares a student for the challenges of the future by fostering knowledge, creativity and self-reliance. There are seven separate buildings custom designed and constructed especially for the school. The campus with its architecture, landscaping, and proximity to the ocean is conducive to a safe, relaxed, and tranquil learning experience. The campus was specifically designed to reduce stress and anxiety so that a student’s focus can be on learning.
Grades K-Eight Highly Qualified Teachers Research-Based Instructional Strategies Common Core Aligned Curriculum Low Student to Teacher Ratio Emphasis on Character Building Nurturing Environment
There are spots left in our small, nurturing full day kindergarten— request a tour today!
Beautiful Natural Setting Hands-On Learning Art, Music & Spanish
Rancho Encinitas Academy • 910 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas, CA 92024 (760) 942-2011 • www.ranchoencinitasacademy.com