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Fletcher Hills Volume XVII – Number V
It’s a ‘Sprint for the Finish’
Lake Murray Playground Project could break ground in the Fall of 2011 Explore Mission Trails From rock climbing to star gazing, the family won’t want to miss this hands-on event!
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Lake Murray Cleanup Hundreds of volunteers lend a hand to clean up one of San Diego’s most popular recreation areas.
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Runners of all ages participated in the “Race for the Playground” - Photo by Tessa Desharnais
pring is busting out all over and the big SpringFest celebration is almost here! Mark your calendars for Fri. May 14 when the 12th annual SpringFest at Allied Gardens Community Park will open at 5 p.m. with carnival rides for the daring, lots of delicious food for the hungry, a Beer and Wine garden for the thirsty, and a great evening of music for your listening and dancing pleasure. The Windmill Farms Stage will be the center point of Friday evening’s entertainment. Starting at 5 p.m. and continuing until 10:45 p.m., music and dancing will be the order of the day. Being your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy an evening under the stars. The featured band, “Acme Rhythm and Blues Revue”, is scheduled to kick off their show at 7:45 p.m. so get there early for a front row seat! SpringFest will open at 9 a.m. Saturday with a large number of display booths for your browsing pleasure. Food booths featuring a little of everything will be
“When is the playground going to be built?” It’s the question most often asked of Tracy Dahlkamp, chair of the Lake Murray Playground Project. “Everyone asks: my kids, my friends, people at the grocery store. The whole community is excited. And we’re excited that our fundraising has come so far,” Dahlkamp said. “We will break ground on the new playground this fall,” Dahlkamp
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Disaster Readiness: Microchip Your Pet A pet microchipping opportunity is coming soon to a neighborhood near you.
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Dining & Entertainment From shrimp fajitas to burritos, an Old Town restaurant serves up some popular Mexican seafood dishes.
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Donations Still Needed For Lake Murray July 4th Music Fest, Fireworks Bake Sale Fundraiser Set For May 7 Since our article in the April edition of the Mission Times Courier, we received only a few donations. As we stated in that article, we knew in January that the economy was still in a mess, but chose to continue our efforts to hold the 14th annual event as scheduled. However, we can’t do this without your help, which we need now! Our web site is www.navajoevents.com. Click on Music Fest. The Music Fest Committee (Don Brennan, Jay Wilson and John Pilch) has increased the budget to $50,000 this year, with the hope that we can raise the entire amount to have a longer fireworks display See FIREWORKS, page 19
Congratulations to Patrick Henry Varsity Baseball Head Coach Jack Lococo! After 10 years of coaching varsity baseball, he has coached his 200th win! Although it happened on April 1, 2011, it was no joke. Coaches Jack Lococo, Johnny Lococo, Mike Pierratt and Jack Morganstern coached the varsity team to an exciting win against University City 12-8. A pre-game tribute was held on Apr. 14 to honor Coach Lococo. So far, the 2011 varsity baseball team has enjoyed a winning season. The Varsity team is pictured after the 200th win. Top Row: Coach Johnny Lococo, Andrew Schultz, Shane Williams, Aaron Ping, Brydon Barr, Steven Borkowski, Brendan Cain, Kris Armbruster, Brandon Esquerra, John Poolos, Tyler McKee, Kevin Diosdado, Chris Rosa and Eric Piper. Bottom row: Nate Costa, Adam Cantor, Tyler Downs, Head Coach Jack Lococo, Michael Kolek, Alberto Bulcao, Robert Chafe, Jason Harrison and Coach Mike Pierratt. Not pictured: David Read, Anthony Rowan and Coach Jack Morganstern. Hats off to Coach Lococo and the varsity baseball team!
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Rolando Students Raise Funds for Japan By Jennifer Coburn, Platt College Students from San Diego Platt College, Media Arts and Design School recently wrapped up their fundraising project to assist victims of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Selling green tea and Japanese snacks on campus, students were able to generate $3,100.
Friends of Lake Murray
By Barbara Cleves Anderson After one of our “Friends” meetings Art Justice told me that he liked the geology, astronomy and science programs that we have had. He said that he also likes the subject of paleontology. We have never had a speaker talk about paleontology. That will be fixed. Christopher Plouffe paleontological specialist at the Museum of Natural History Balboa Park will talk to us on May 19 at 5 p.m. Christopher says that his research was on paleoclimatology, specifically quaternary rapid change and stabilization… huh? Paleontology: “a science dealing with the life of past geological periods as known from fossil remains” so states the Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary. Paleontology encompasses, plant life, human and animal vertebrates, invertebrates (spineless animals), ecology, study of ancient writings and climate. Some of the local finds have been in Carlsbad and downtown San Diego. They were parts of mastodons. Recently, in Castroville (a farming area near San Francisco) two Columbian mammoths’ parts were found – an adult and an infant. Christopher will tell us about his digs in Carlsbad and downtown. Dr. Bob Gordon is a surgeon by profession, uber volunteer and hiker in his spare time. Bob is going to Nepal where he will meet a group and hike to Mount Everest’s Base Camp. Dr. Bob lives in Del Cerro with his wife Linda and Ginger, their little rescued dog. Bob was good friends with Admiral Lou Williams. Lou was known as the Admiral of Cowles Mountain. He was a resolute hiker and friendly to all. Lou died several years ago but is still a See BARBARA, page 22
Rachael Urrita - Photo by Marketa Hancova
Dean of Education, Marketa Hancova, said the students felt compelled to help for several reasons. First, one of the educational goals of Platt College is to cultivate a sense of global citizenry. “Our students have volunteered to clean beaches in San Diego, raised money for victims of the Haiti earthquake and empowered themselves to engage in the electoral process,” Hancova said. “Platt College also feels special connection with Japan because a group of 25 students visited the country on a cultural and educational visit in 2009. We returned impressed by the people, culture and lifestyle of Japan.” “During the visit our students were fascinated to learn about traditional Japanese art like wood prints, but were especially excited to visit the birthplace of anime,” Hancova said. “Students come to Platt College to study filmmaking, See Japan, Page 21
Family Arts and Literacy Connection
Free Family Arts
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Young Audiences of San Diego and The Salvation Army Kroc Center partner to bring the Family Arts and Literacy Connection to hundreds of local children and families. The purpose is to provide and promote arts performances and hands-on arts activities as elevating and enriching experiences for underserved San Diego families.
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oin Young Audiences of San Diego and The Salvation Army Kroc Center for free Family Arts and Literacy Night Thursday, May 26 at 6:30 pm. Hundreds of families will gather in the Joan B. Kroc Theater for an evening of fun for the “Around the World in 90 Minutes” event and each child will take home a brand new book! Enjoy toe-tapping bluegrass music from Grassology and New Orleans jazz by the Rob Thorsen Jazz Quartet, travel to Italy with the Mojalet Dance Collective and Brazil with Nos de Chita. Your travel experience is lead by a tour guide know as “YA” (Jerry Hager). Bring your imagination and enjoy the rich array of cultures presented onstage. The event is made possible by the support of Target, First Book, The San Diego Unified School District Community Service Association and the Samuel French Fund. This is all part of the Family Arts and Literacy Connection program which started in 2003. The purpose is to provide and promote arts performances and handson arts activities as elevating and enriching experiences for underserved San Diego families. Young Audiences and Kroc Center staff go into local schools to teach a literacy based art project and the in-class component culminates
with a multi-cultural themed event at the Kroc Center. “I am really grateful that we have Young Audiences at our school - the kids benefit greatly,” said Rolando Park Elementary School Teacher Patrice Johnson. “I’ve noticed that my students who participate in the art program have increased their awareness to concepts, broader thinking and are able to risk take more. They are confident in sharing their thinking, their artwork and feeling good about themselves. I’ve noticed that this confidence transfers over to their reading and math abilities which ties to their test scores.” There are currently six themed evening events per year between October and May. The events invite families to experience the arts together and projects include all ages from toddler to grandparent. Young Audiences roster of artists for this program is culturally diverse and provides 30-minute performance and a 50-minute interactive or “hands-on” workshop linked by a theme during each Free Family Arts and Literacy Night Event. Young Audiences (YA) is the oldest and largest nonprofit in San Diego County solely devoted to arts education. See KROC, page 21
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Rent Sense:
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By Neil Fjellestad and Chris DeMarco Fjellestad, Barrett & Short Often it is during the frustration experienced by a rental owner trying to collect rent from a non-paying tenant that we are contacted to take over management. It is imperative to react timely and effectively to a potential eviction. Our experience and expertise kicks in immediately to resolve the problem which includes obtaining an expedient and legal eviction when necessary. Neither renter nor owner wants an eviction if it can be avoided. Consider that for the years 2008, ‘09 and 2010 combined we processed 10 evictions. However, every eviction came from a rental situation created before we got involved. So, when our policies and routines were followed from the beginning the results included successful collection of all the rent with zero evictions during this same cumulative period. These basics should be valuable to our readers. First, we thoroughly market every vacancy. The natural results are more rental interest by more qualified potential tenants. Our next priority is to professionally screen each application. We review for verifiable income sufficient to meet their monthly obligations. We obtain and review a credit report that demonstrates their likelihood to pay their obligations on time. We check rental history. We attempt to get as much detail as possible from the former or current landlords – “Was the rent paid on time? Were there any exceptions?” If we are speaking to a former landlord or manager – “Were there any circumstances during their residency that caused concern? Would you rent to these past tenants now?” If we’re speaking to a current landlord or owner…. “Are there any monies owed at present? Have they given proper written notice? If there are several residents how did/do they get along? Did the resident(s) violate any terms of the lease? Are they eligible to re-rent at this location? Did you attempt to move this resident into another vacancy?” We consistently employ specific methods that minimize our need to evict any of our residents. These include: competitive pricing, property staging, and lease documentation that creates clear expectations. We maintain consistent resident communication during move-in and throughout their residency. Read more at www.fbs-pm.com.
State of District Seven: Accomplishments and Awards By Gale Susan Barlow
Councilmember Marti Emerald observed the two year mark of her installation in the San Diego City Council District 7 seat with a State of District Seven event on Thurs., Apr. 28 at the College Avenue Baptist Church.
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ello La Mesa! Starting June 3, 2011, La Mesa will have its very own community newspaper, the La Mesa Courier. The La Mesa Courier will be delivered to every single family home in zip codes 91941 and 91942 with an additional 5,000 copies distributed to over 140 locations around the area. This will be the first time since 1985 that La Mesa will have its very own community newspaper. The La Mesa Courier joins a solid line-up of local community newspapers, the Mission Times Courier and Mission Valley News, owned by Mission Publishing Group. The La Mesa Courier will be modeled after the popular Mission Times Courier providing hyper-local community news, information about youth sports and schools, public service announcements, classified advertising, and the opportunity to showcase La Mesa residents and businesses. Jim Madaffer, Publisher of the Mission Publishing family of community newspapers recently announced that longtime La Mesa resident Pam Crooks will be editor of the La Mesa Courier. Not only does Crooks bring years of experience, she and her husband Ted are 30-year residents and raised their three sons in La Mesa. Crooks strongly believes in the importance of community newspapers and is eager to bring this value to the La Mesa community she loves. You can reach the La Mesa Courier at (619) 697-2500. Editor Pam Crooks may be reached at extension 124. If you are interested in advertising in the La Mesa Courier, please contact La Mesa residents Regina Williamson (ext. 133) and Lionel Talaro (ext. 128). Congratulations La Mesa! You finally have your very own community newspaper!
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Emerald’s address highlighted accomplishments to date by focusing on the individual achievements of community volunteers. The format of the State of District Seven program, along with the complimentary food and beverage table, fostered networking and buttonholing among city officials and constituents. Councilmember Marti Emerald The Boy Scouts of Troop 20 set the tone of neighborliness by greeting attendees with trademark courtesy. District 7 Office Manager/Scheduler, Bonnie Pearson wore two hats: first as V.I.P. parking director and then as soloist of the national anthem; both her roles were well received, the latter applauded heartily. Joining residents of the District 7 neighborhoods and Emerald’s District 7 staff members were SDPD officers and administrators, Fire and Rescue personnel, San Diego City Council President, Tony Young (District 4), Councilmember Kevin Faulconer (District 2), Councilmember Todd Gloria (District 3) and other City officials. In the middle of her State of the District Address, Councilmember Emerald conducted an award ceremony of projected images, narration, and brief speeches. She recognized community volunteers active in Grantville, at Lake Murray Community Park, in El Cerrito, Allied Gardens, Redwood Village, Tierrasanta, and along the University Avenue business district as “Gems of the Community.” Each honoree received an emerald green gemlike keepsake. Also honored was retiring SDSU president, Dr. Stephen L. Weber. Emerald recognized the seven Gems of the Community for their widely varying expressions of community activism. The issues they addressed included public safety, business development, park improvements, funding cancer research, environmental hazards, and beyond. What all Gems shared was a commitment to community building and the strengthening of distinctive neighborhoods. See MARTI, page 19
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Kiwanis Club Recognizes Local Students’ Projects Pershing Middle School was honored with six of their students, who had experiments entered in the 57th Greater San Diego County Science and Engineering Fair, having been chosen to win prizes from the Kiwanis Club of Grantville-Allied Gardens. All six of the students (all 8th graders) were awarded for their outstanding experiments and presentations. The top two presented their projects to the members of the club. First Place: Jessica Clark, “Are you Smarter than an 8th Grader?” Second Place: Jacob Freeland, “Hang Up and Drive!” Third place winner: James Burns, “What is the Most Efficient Way to Water Grass?” Honorable Mentions went to: Danielle Eglin, “Do People Care What you Wear?” Sammy Seaver, “Lying Eyes.” Claudia Gagliano, “Maximizing Lung Capacity.” Pershing Middle School sends over 100 students with their experiments all put together in beautiful displays to the annual event, held this year at Balboa Park.
San Carlos Library 3,000+ Hours OF Volunteer SERVICE On Apr. 13, the San Carlos Friends of the Library (SCFOL) hosted a pizza party for San Carlos Library Volunteers. Over 50 of our 100+ volunteers attended. They were joined by the SCFOL Board and Board President-Judy McCarty. SCFOL Volunteer coordinator, Debra Kues, assisted Mary Ann Wallace from Marti Emerald’s office and Eric Chamberlin, Acting Branch Manager, in awarding Special Volunteer Commendations and Balboa Park museum passes to each volunteer. SCFOL also presented them with Friends of the Library logo aprons or mugs. Later in the evening, Councilmember Marti Emerald, and our past Branch Manager, Rita Glick stopped by to offer their thanks. These volunteers, spanning all age groups, have donated over 3,600 hours to the San Carlos Library during the past nine months. Look for them at our monthly Used Book Sales, assisting at library programs, or working daily in the library sorting and shelving books. Please take the time to thank them for their service.
CollegeRolando BRANCH Friends of the Library Attention teens! Are you looking for something to do for community service credit? Would you like a chance to win an IPod? Join us on Saturdays beginning at noon for Story Talk, a teen literature program offered through our libraries and funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities. It’s an opportunity to read and share stories, improve reading and comprehension skills and enjoy refreshments while doing so. To make a reservation, call Dorothy at (619) 533-3902. Mother’s Day is coming up. Bring your little one to make a one-of-a-kind gift for mom at noon on Sat., May 7. Space is limited, so sign up at the front desk or call for a reservation at (619) 533-3902. Arts & Crafts with Cheryl will meet again on Sat., May 28 at noon. Our adult yoga class is held every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at 9:30 a.m. in the community room. No reservation required. Just bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothing. The Book Club selection for May 14 is Schultz & Peanuts: A Biography by David Michaelis. Book Club meets Saturday, May 14 at 10am in Seminar Room B. Reading & Homework Help is provided every Tuesday evening from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Preschool Story Time is held every Friday morning from 10:00-10:30 a.m. The Science Program is on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Reservation required. Contact Caroline Nasif at (619) 251-1076.
Announcing the Myron B. Green Elementary Spring Swap Meet! May 14, 2011 7AM-11AM 7030 Wandermere Drive, on the School Blacktop.
Come to SHOP!
Community members as well as local vendors will be participating. The PTA will have a booth selling Snacks, Drinks, and Cookbooks.
Come to SELL! Buy a space at our Swap Meet! Spaces are sold for $30 on a first come, first serve basis. We do the marketing, you keep all proceeds from your space. Fill out the following to reserve your space:
Name:______________________________________ Phone Number or Email:_________________________ Address +Zip Code:____________________________ __________________________________________ Reserve Me # of 12’X24’ Spaces:______ @ $30 each Reserve Me # of Cookbooks______ @ $10 each Total Amount Enclosed:_____________ Please Make Check out to “Green Elementary PTA” and send to: 7030 Wandermere Drive San Diego, CA 92119 Thank You for Supporting Our School!
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San Carlos Friends of the Library By Sue Hotz
An Essay Contest first! Congratulations! The essays of our four local winners, 4th grader Nicolas Manzanares (Benchley-Weinberger), 8th grader Haley Van Baale (Pershing), and 10th graders Zachary Maches and Amy Morrison (Patrick Henry High), were each chosen as one of the four City-wide winners at their respective grade level. Their awards were presented to them at the Balboa Park Club on May 5. What a wonderful turnout at our Volunteers’ Pizza Party. We thank our volunteers, one and all. We are always looking for new San Carlos Friends of the Library (SCFOL) members and volunteers. Renew or join today! Applications are in the library & on the web site. Contact Judy McCarty at jhmccarty@ cox.net, or leave her a note at the library. The next SCFOL Used Book Sales will be May 7 and Jun. 2 from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. We thank all who donate their gently used books. Proceeds buy library books, equipment and programs. Also available are mugs for $5 and gold ornaments for $10. All programs listed here are free, underwritten by SCFOL, take place in the Library’s Community Room, and are open to the public. For more information, visit www.sancarlosfriendsofthelibrary.org. May 10 thru Jun. 2: Our featured artist is Nora Clemens. Her reception is May 21, 12-2 p.m Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 pm: Children’s Board Games. Wednesdays, 3:00-4:30 pm: Wii gaming on our big theater screen. First Wednesday, 6-8 p.m.: San Carlos Area Council. Wed., May 11, 6:30-8:00 p.m.: Debtwave credit counselors present, “How to better manage your money and get out from under your debts.” Third Wednesday, 4-5 p.m.: San Carlos Friends of the Library Board. Wed., May 25, 7-8 p.m.: Houston M. Burnside, author of “A Pew-Sitter’s Search for God,” gives you a glimpse of his inner struggle with questions of faith, and leaves you to reflect on your own spiritual journey. Thursdays, 3:30-5:00 p.m.: Family-PG-Films shown on a theater size screen. Film titles available at the library. Second Thurs., 1:00 p.m.: Library’s Book Club. The May 12 book is “At Home: A Short History of a Private Life” by Bill Bryson. The Jun. 9 book is “Out Stealing Horses,” by Pers Petterson. Thurs., May 5, 1-5 p.m.: The last Employment Bootcamp Workshop, covering Job Searching, Resume Development, and Interview Skills. No registration required. Fridays, 8:30-9:30 a.m.: YOGA with Dr. Carolyn Meeks, MD. You must arrive before 8:30. Fridays, 10:00-10:40 am: Pre-school Reading Hour and interactive songs. Fri., May 20, 1:00-3:00 pm: OASIS program, Car Talk, with Mike Ruthenberg. Everything you need to know about selling or buying your next car. Pre-registration suggested. Every 2nd and 4th Friday, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: “Writer’s Workshop” encourages frustrated authors. Third Friday, 4 p.m.: Laughter Yoga led by Dr. Funshine. Second Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: The adult “Story Swap Group” teaches oral story telling. Homebound San Carlos Library patrons can call (619) 527-3430 to have books delivered to their homes. A volunteer teaches basic computer skills, one-on-one, to older adults at the library. Call (619) 527-3430 to sign up. June marks the kick-off of the Summer Reading program. Visit www.sancarlosfriendsofthelibrary.org and the library for details.
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Electronics Recycling: What You Should Know By Josh Turchin
As the pace of technological innovation steadily increases, the need for responsible e-recycling has never been more pressing. In 2005, California’s SB20 legislation established an advanced recycling fee that is tacked onto the purchase of any display-containing device. The pooled money collected from purchases of these electronic products is used to cover the cost of the responsible recycling of displays like those contained in TVs and computer monitors, and provides for a free opportunity for consumers to recycle used displays. The leading way for recyclers to deliver this (free recycling opportunity) is via mobile “collection events”, hosted by community organizations like schools as well as electronics retailers.
In fact, outdated electronics can have a seriously negative environmental impact. For many consumers, these electronics collection events represent a shining opportunity to be rid of outdated electronics that might have been stacking up in closets and garages for many years, and participants are far more concerned with cleaning up their mess than with exactly what happens to those items once they are relinquished. In fact, outdated electronics can have a seriously negative environmental impact. Heavy metals like lead, cadmium, and mercury contained in electronic gear are highly carcinogenic, and electronics must be treated carefully to minimize the potential for toxins to be introduced into the environment. Additionally, electronic scrap must be recycled in a way that promotes worker health and safety. Unfortunately, many of the practitioners of “e-waste” collection events are just out to bill the State for SB20 (display recycling) monies, and treat all of the rest of collected materials as an afterthought. While qualifying displays are processed in-state, many so-called recyclers just ship the rest of the material received (i.e. computers, VCRs, printers, etc.) to developing countries like China or India, countries which are presently unable to sufficiently protect their citizens from environmentally-derived harm. Environmental harm can come in many guises, ranging from effluents from recycling processes being discharged into common waterways to lead dust from component parts being discharged into the atmosphere. By anonymously leaving old electronics with an all-but unnamed firm at a collection event, you may very well be imperiling the health of people around the world. Additionally, most “roving” e-waste firms make no attempt to protect your identity by destroying data on storage devices like hard drives and mobile phones. So what can you do? Find a local recycler you can trust. Ask them what they do with electronic scrap material: Make sure that circuit boards are removed from scrap metal streams, and are strictly processed in developed countries (Japan, Sweden, and Canada are leading OECD-compliant destinations). Either retain storage devices like hard drives and cell phones yourself, or make sure that your recycler guarantees identity security/data destruction. Electronic material contains valuable elements that can be recycled into See RECYCLING, page 10
Benjamin Branch Friends of the Library By Anne Lee
In these times of great financial turmoil which is causing stress to the library staff, to the patrons and to members of the Friends of the Library, members are working hard to be as supportive as possible. Our library is the center of the community and offers many services and activities to all ages. April was National Volunteers Month, and a bagel brunch was provided as a “thank you” to all the volunteers. During April a purple orchid tree was planted as a continual remembrance of Mim Dornbrier, a super volunteer at the library and throughout the community. Mim will be missed! A light lunch followed. A number of activities are scheduled for May. The city celebration for the 14th Annual Friends of the San Diego Public Library Writing for Literacy Essay Contest was held on May 5 (after the Mission Times Courier went to press) at the Balboa Park Club. The neighborhood winners were recognized, and the citywide grand prize winner was announced. The winner of this award will be reported in June. On May 11, Andrea Holmberg, Program Coordinator of Sharp Health Care Senior Resource Centers, will present a program entitled “How to Talk to Your Health Care Provider”. This presentation will include techniques to be successful when talking to a healthcare provider, will provide strategies for good communication on office visits, and will provide resources available in San Diego for seniors and their family caregivers. All participants will receive a free Vial of Life, Advanced Directive for Health Care. If you are either a senior or a caregiver, you will not want to miss this program to be presented on Wed., May 11, in the Community Room from 2:00-3:30 p.m. All scheduled activities will continue during May. The Adult Hatha Yoga Class is held every Wednesday evening from 6:30-7:30. Preceding Yoga will be Zumba, a newer exercise program. Christina Casillas is the enthusiastic instructor for this program, “Exercise in Disguise”. This class is for those 12 years old and up. The library has activities for all ages and still offers a quiet spot for everyone who wishes to just read or work on the computer. To help finance all these activities, the Friends of the Library holds used book sales. Our last book sale on Apr. 16 was successful. Tentative dates of Jul.16 and Oct. 29 have been reserved for future book sales. Please continue to save and donate your gently used books. We recycle and also raise much needed funds. For questions regarding any activity or program, contact the library at (619) 533-3970. For questions about volunteering with the Friends of the Library, call Karen Carter at (619) 229-0739.
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May Brings Flowers and More to Mission Trails 19th Annual Mission Trails Amateur Photography Contest By Caroline Harrod 19th Annual Mission Trails Amateur Photography Contest: Over 225 photos are on display in the Visitor Center Gallery, come cast your vote by May 22nd, for the “People’s Choice Award”. Children’s Nature Class Schedule: Nature Adventures! – Day classes with Linda Hawley delights children of all ages. Her “Nature Adventures!” is a parent participation educational 90-min. program that keeps children engaged and learning through the use of songs, animal specimens from the San Diego Natural History Museum, photos, crafts and trail walks. The May topic is “Butterflies, Dragon Flies & Damselflies”. May 17, 18, 19, & 20 are Morning Nature Adventures! from 10 - 11:30 am, May 18 for Afternoon Nature Adventures! from 3:00-4:30 pm, and May 20 is Nighttime Nature Adventures! from 7:00-8:30 p.m. Cost is $5. For information, sign ups, and release forms go to http://www.mtrp.org/assets/files/206699.pdf. Week-long Summer Children’s Science & Biology of Nature Classes: Spend a week with Alicia Berg who brings her brand of fun into these science classes for children ages 6–12. Classes are an up close and personal exploration of the wildlife and plant life of the park with fun walks, demonstrations, arts and crafts. Cost for the week program is $100 per child. Class time is 11:00 a.m.2:00 p.m. Visit www.mtrp.org/assets/files/206699.pdf for information, sign ups, and release forms. The classes are Jun. 20-24 “Growing up Wild”, Jul. 25-29 “The Art of Science”, and Aug. 15-19 “Creepy Crawlies”. Children’s Summer Adventures: Art classes for 6th graders and one for 7th and 8th graders will be held with artist and educator Janene Farmer. From 9-11 a.m. students will explore animals and their habitat as Janene takes them walking and sketching wildlife through Mission Trails. In the park classroom, students will use their sketches to create animal images and nature compositions using a variety of media; colored pencils, markers, pastels, and clay. The program runs once a week, for four consecutive weeks. All art supplies are provided. 6th grade – Tues. Jul., 12, 19, 26, & Aug. 2. 7th & 8th grade – Thurs. July 14, 21, 28, & Aug. 4. Cost: $100/student. For more information sign ups and release forms visit www.mtrp.org/assets/files/206699.pdf. Concert in the Park: On Sun. May 15 from 3-4 p.m., Caprice Strings will meld the string sounds of violin, viola and cello into a trio ensemble creating enjoyable music for everyone. This delightful trio has played for thousands of weddings and events throughout San Diego. Experience the rich and soothing music of the Caprice Strings in the Park Theater. Reception to follow.
Make May Memorable at Mission Trails Regional Park Mission Trails Day Set For May 21 By Audrey F. Baker, Trail Guide Since Days of Olde, May has been called the “Merry Month.” Mission Trails Regional Park (MTRP) embraces this tradition. It’s the “tyme” we host Explore Mission Trails Day, the biggest event on our annual calendar. This popular, once a year celebration features a myriad of free activities, nature walks, and park-wide programs, all geared toward outdoor family fun! Morning walks are offered every Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday, from 9:30-11:00 a.m. You’ll start from the park’s Visitor and Interpretive Center, One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos. The walk starting from the Kumeyaay Lake Campground Entry Station, Two Father Junipero Serra Trail, at the San Carlos-Santee border gives a different perspective of the park and its diverse habitats. These walks are offered from 8:30-10:00 a.m. on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month, and take in the historic Old Mission Dam. Wildlife Tracking Walk is an 8:30-10:30 a.m. “dirt-time” adventure (wear long pants!) held on the first Saturday of every month. Your MTRP/Tracking Team Guide will help you search for tracks, scat, browsing, bed lays and more, that aid you in identifying and interpreting evidence left by local chaparral and sage critters. On May 7, meet in front of the Visitor Center, One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos. Family Discovery Walk is our newest adventure, designed to engage your little ones in Nature by involving kids in a family nature experience. Scheduled quarterly, our Spring outing will be on May 8, 2:00-3:30 p.m. We’ll gather at the Visitor Center, Mission Trails Regional Park, One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos. May’s Bird Walk, Saturday, the 21st, from 8-10 a.m., will be held at Kumeyaay Lake. Resident Birder Jean Raimond tells us the area should be alive with newly-fledged birds and some migratories still nest building. Bring binocs and a bird-book if you’ve got one. Meet us at the Kumeyaay Lake Campground Day Use parking lot, Two Father Junipero Serra Trail, Santee. Our Twilight Walk, Sat., May 21, 7:00-8:30 p.m. is an engaging stroll through Grasslands to enjoy chance critter sightings and changes that occur between dusk and evening. Bring along a flashlight and wear sturdy, closed toe shoes. We meet at the Kumeyaay Campground Entry Station, Two Father Junipero Serra Trail, Santee. The May Star Party, hosted by Resident Star Gazer George Varga, will be on Saturday, the 21, from 7:30-10:00 p.m. George advises a late moon rising will enhance exploration of the Whirlpool (M51), Sunflower (M63), Black-Eye (M64) and Sombrero (M104) Galaxies. Meet for solar investigation at the end of the Kumeyaay Campground’s Day Use Parking Lot, Two Father Junipero Serra Trail, Santee. Bird Basics, conducted by MTRP’s Winona Sollock, is a 90-min. class that teaches 5 simple techniques for “at a glance” bird I.D.-ing. Pick up tips on using your bird field guide (bringing one is optional). See you on Saturday, May 28th, 1:00-2:30 p.m., inside the Visitors Center, Mission Trails Regional Park, One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos. …and meanwhile, come on out, and enjoy in the park! Visit www.mtrp.org for more information and events calendar, or call (619) 668-3281. Special request walks can be arranged for any club, group, business or school by contacting Ranger Heidi Gutknecht at (619) 668-3279 or at hgutknecht@mtrp.org.
Explore Mission Trails Day 2011: Free Family Fun May 21 By Pam Crooks
Photo by Pam Crooks
Mission Trails Regional Park, one of our City’s least known, great treasures, is open every day. But only once a year do dozens of volunteers, Park Rangers and community leaders host a large free event to help San Diegans learn more about their Park and how to enjoy it. On Sat., May 21, residents of all ages are invited to the 2011 event: Explore Mission Trails Day (EMTD). EMTD activities will take place in several different areas of the park, but will be focused mainly around the Visitor and Interpretive Center and the Equestrian Staging Area at SR52 and Mast Blvd. A bird walk, entitled “Birds of Kumeyaay Lake” will begin at 8 a.m. at the Kumeyaay Lake Campground. Most other events will take place between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., with child-themed nature walks occurring early in the day. However, a special Ranger-led “Twilight Walk” will begin at 7 p.m. from the Kumeyaay Lake Campground (reservations for this event are required: call (619) 668-2748), followed by a star-gazing event at 8 p.m., weather permitting.
Volunteer Trail Guides will lead several special walks into the Park with child-themed topics such as “How Kumeyaay Children Lived and Played in Mission Trails” and “Who Lives Here: The Critters of Mission Trails.” Senior Park Ranger Tracey Walker returns to lead a popular walk for families from the Visitor Center entitled “Hike with a Ranger” at 11 a.m.nYoungsters can also enjoy arts and crafts projects (for ages 3 and up), free pony rides and up-close encounters with raptors, reptiles and other live animals. Over a dozen “Discovery Stations” near the pony rides will provide interactive learning opportunities about geology, birds, insects, Indian culture, native plants and many other topics in the Equestrian Staging Area of the Park. Scholastic’s Ms. Frizzle™ will help educate little ones about one of San Diego’s a common wild critter, courtesy of the San Diego Natural History Museum. The wacky, red-haired character from the book series, The Magic School Bus©, will present a special program about bats See EXPLORE, page 10
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District Attorney To Speak At Navajo Canyon Republican Women Meeting By Judy McCarty
San Diego District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis
San Diego District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis will be the featured speaker at the Tues., May 10 luncheon meeting of Navajo Canyon Republican Women, Fed. at The Brigantine restaurant in La Mesa. Bonnie is an old friend of our club, having been a member before her election to higher office. She is currently serving her second term as D.A., and will likely be a candidate for San Diego Mayor in the 2012 election. Check-in time for the 11 a.m. meeting is at 10:45. Lunch is served at noon with Ms. Dumanis’ presentation at 12:30. Because of space limitations, reservations
are required. E-mail NCRWF99@gmail.com or call (619) 583-2633. Cost for the full-course luncheon is $18. Navajo Canyon will again award a scholarship of $150 to a deserving, registered Republican woman who is currently seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree. Applicants should submit by email a short resume of their recent educational and work background, a summary of their educational goals and the reason they feel they qualify for this award to club president, Waskah Whelan at WhelanRWF@aol.com. Hurry, the deadline is May 20. Be sure to look for us at SpringFest on May 14. We’ll be in the parade and have a booth in the park to register voters. Stop by and say “hello”!
Lake Murray Kiwanis Club Sounds of Ascension
The Sounds of Ascension presents the Haitian Musical Group, Louange a Dieu, on May 15 at 4 p.m. The concert will be held at Ascension Lutheran Church, 5106 Zion Ave., San Diego, 92120. For more information, call (619) 582-2636.
By John F. Pilch In addition to holding our regular meetings on Apr. 2 and 27, Lake Murray Kiwanis members prepared a pancake breakfast to assist with fundraising for the Patrick Henry High School (PHHS) “Grad Nite” Committee. More than 200 hungry folks were served on Apr. 16 at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in San Carlos, and more than $1,000 was raised. We were pleased to help the parents and students at PHHS and thank all who had breakfast and/or made a donation. If you’d still like to make a donation, you can send a check payable to the Patrick Henry HS Foundation, with a notation in the memo line that it’s for “Grad Nite”, to the school at 6702 Wandermere Dr., San Diego, 92120. Earlier this month, we prepared the pancake breakfast to help the Lake Murray Playground Project (LMPP) Committee with their fundraiser on May 1 at Lake Murray Community Park. On May 7 and 21, we’ll hold our regular meetings at Marie Callender’s on Alvarado Rd. at 7:30 a.m. with guest speakers at each. In between, we’ll be involved in the SpringFest event at Allied Gardens Community Park May 13-14. This will include our current president, Mike Valley, riding in the parade on Sat. May 14. It’s a great event, with something for everyone in the family. We hope to see you there. For more information about Lake Murray Kiwanis, visit www.lakemurraykiwanis.org or contact me at jfpilch@hotmail.com or (619) 462-1408.
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How would you like to be saving anywhere from 30-50% on your food bill every month? It really is true - and it is available to everyone right here in San Carlos, Allied Gardens, La Mesa (and many other places in San Diego and surrounding cities). The food packages that you can order once a month have excellent high quality nutritious food in them. And, “how?” you ask The program is called Golden Share Foods and it’s a food cooperative - and so because of volume buying, the savings are passed on to you, the consumer. It’s the only food co-op in San Diego County offering such great packages at such affordable prices. First, you can acquaint yourself a bit more with the program by visiting goldensharefoods.com. There you will see the lists of the different awesome, nutritious kinds of packages you can order such as a Basic (about 10 lbs. of meat, plus fruit & veggies ($30); Veggie (10 kinds of fresh veggies + eggs ($20); Breakfast (eggs, cheese, 3 kinds of bkfst meats, etc.) $22; Lunch Box (three lunch meats, cheese, fruit, veggie) $25; Steak Pkg. (3 #’s USDA Select Ribeye Steaks, 6-8 oz.) $20; Mega Meat Pkg. (14 lbs. + Ribs, Chicken breast, Hamb., Hot links, etc.) $36 + 10 different Choice items which may be purchased with any other order. You can order as many of the packages online (or on site) as you wish; you can pay online, and you can ask that your order be sent to one of the distribution sites in your own zip code on the distribution day. You must, of course, go there at the assigned time on D-Day - to pick it up. You can, of course, order with your local site coordinator either in person or give her a call to make arrangements. Now I hope I have convinced you that this is one of the very best deals in town. I guarantee you that you will eat well as well. My name is Beda Johnson and I’ve been the coordinator at St. Andrews Lutheran Church at Jackson Dr. & Lake Murray Blvd. for about 25 years because I believe in the program. It not only saves you a ton of money on your food bill, but the food quality is excellent. Also, the program is community building, since it relies of many volunteers to not only help put the boxes together, but to pick up and help distribute the food. So why not come on board, help your food budget, eat well, and give a hand when you can. The deadline for ordering for the May distribution is May 11, and the distribution day will be May 21at the distribution sites. All the sites will be very willing and able to take your orders, and you will be glad you did. If you have any questions, the Golden Share phone number is (619) 590-1692, and my number is (619) 466-9243. I will be more than happy to help you. Remember, there are sites all over the city to pick up your order. So tell your friends, your neighbors, your relatives - and they, too, will be glad they did! Happy Shopping!
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Pershing To Host Spring Concert Series The Pershing Middle School Concert Series directed by Mr. Anderson will be held on May 25, and May 26, featuring the 6th, 7th and 8th grade students from the bands and String Orchestra. The concert will be held in the Pershing auditorium starting at 6:30 p.m. Please come and enjoy a fun evening, which will showcase the great talent of our Pershing students.
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By Suzy Weiss Hearst Hounds participated in the 4th annual Field Day on Apr. 27! This physical event is a blast for the kids as they race through obstacle courses, shuttle runs and a 50-yard-dash and can test their throwing arms and kicking legs for distance and accuracy. Thanks to Coach Zarro and parent volunteers! Love Italian food? Want to help the Hearst PTA? Dine at Filippi’s Pizza Grotto at 10330 Mission Gorge Rd. on Wed., May 18 from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. and they will give 10% of all purchases back to our school. We get credit for wine and beer purchases too and you can even help out by placing a to-go order at (619) 281-3511. Don’t forget to bring in the flyer so Hearst gets credit. You can pick up extra flyers in the office. This is another easy way to help our school, so mark your calendars! On May 25, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. in the Hearst Hounds Auditorium, student artwork from this year’s Art Corps program will be on display at the Art Show and Open House. Come admire the amazing creations from students in every grade and then head into your child’s classroom for Open House. Our Art Corps program is such a valuable program that is lead by an amazing team of parent volunteers. On behalf of all the students and their parents, we extend a huge thank you to everyone who works so hard and donates much of their time to make this program a success. This year’s Science Fair celebrates our students and their forays into scientific research. The deadline is Jun. 1 for all third to fifth graders to turn in their completed projects. On Thurs., Jun. 2, from 6:30-7:30 p.m., the projects will be displayed at the Science Fair Show and Awards Event. Our students should be congratulated on all of their hard work on their projects! If you have a child who will enter Kindergarten in the Fall of 2011, registration has begun and will continue thru May 31. Please visit the Hearst office to fill out the registration packet. Hearst will be hosting Camp Invention during the week of Jun. 20-24. The camp runs from 8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and is open to children entering grades 1 through 6. Check the Hearst web site for more information and to download a registration flyer.
Gage Elementary To Host Comedy Magic Show Enjoy a spectacular evening of entertainment as you marvel at Master Magician Steve Spellman and his traveling comedy magic show at Gage Elementary School, 6811 Bisby Lake Ave., San Carlos, on May 20 at 7 p.m.! You will be amazed by the dazzling illusions, special effects and sheer magical ambience created by Magician Steve Spellman. Spellman has been delighting audiences of all ages for over 25 years with his upbeat, family-friendly blend of humor and magic. Spellman’s show at Gage Elementary is a one-time, special engagement - don’t miss out! Proceeds benefit Gage Elementary School. For more information, contact Michelle Hellerud at (619) 886-8890.
San Carlos Preschool April was a busy month for San Carlos Preschool, especially in our Extended Day Pre-kindergarten (EPK) classes. The children planted a “salad garden” which they tend to daily with curiosity and pride! They experienced “Eggciting” science by designing their own “egg catchers” to learn about gravity, velocity and pressure! This kind of hands-on science is offered on a regular basis in our EPK classes and compliments our well-rounded curriculum. After class enrichment programs such as Drama, Spanish, Math Madness and Super Science are also offered and are very popular with our students. At San Carlos Preschool, our focus is to help children gain competence and confidence as they get ready to transition into kindergarten. We help prepare them to meet the high standards of elementary school and ready them for introduction into larger kindergarten class sizes that are becoming the norm throughout our community. We have been a part of this community for over 40 years and that makes our school first on many preschool lists to visit. Openings are still available for Fall in our Extended Prekindergarten Classes on Tuesday and Thursday. Come visit us! 6554 Cowles Mt Blvd. San Diego, 92119, or call us at (619) 464-4335 or visit sancarlospreschool.com.
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St. Therese Academy
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he dinner auction was a huge success. Special thanks to our chairs Jodie Delimitros and Peggy Peloquin for their hard work along with all the volunteers who helped make the event so successful. The final figures aren’t in yet, but it looks like we cleared over $20,000! Summer is right around the corner and so is thinking about where your child will attend school next year. If you’re interested in a great Catholic-school education, you may want to consider St. Therese Academy. St. Therese Academy offers education for grades preschool through eighth grade. For registration information, please contact St. Therese Academy at (619) 583-6270. The school is located in Del Cerro at 6046 Camino Rico, San Diego, 92120. Msgr. Fred Florek is retiring on Jun. 12. Please join us in celebrating his life in ministry. An 11 a.m. mass will be held on Jun. 12 at St. Therese Parish. A luncheon reception will follow.
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After 15 months of raising money, the Lake Murray Playground Project announced its “Sprint to the Finish” campaign to rebuild the deteriorated playground at Lake Murray Community Park. “Everyone is eager to complete the fundraising phase and move onto rebuilding and enjoying our new playground. We’d love to get everyone involved in the final push,” says LMPP chair Tracy Dahlkamp. Devoted San Carlos residents and local realtors Dan and Cathy Northcutt, their children Grant and Marisa and friends launched a simple, fun-fundraising campaign during last month’s “Race For the Playground”: to get 100 people to donate $10 each. “Meeting this goal was inspiring and shows the amazing generosity of our community,” says Cathy. Now Team Northcutt is inviting you to join in the Sprint. At the Race on May 1, Team Northcutt announced the “100 for $10” fun-fundraising challenge to the entire community: to raise $10 from 100 people by July 4th. If 150 teams raise $1,000 each, we can build the playground of our dreams this fall. If you’re ready to see the playground rebuilt in 2011, please rise to this challenge NOW and call 800-210-7009 ext. 4145 for details on how to get your “100 for $10” fundraiser started.
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SpringFest, from page 1 open to keep up your energy all day long. At 10:30 a.m. the Grantville-Allied Gardens Kiwanis Club’s SpringFest Parade will start down Greenbrier Avenue with Parade Grand Marshal, Congressman Duncan Hunter, leading the way. Carnival rides, a Dunk Tank, Inflatables and Pony Rides will be open all day to keep the thrill seekers busy. The SpringFest Car Show sponsored by Carrillo and Sons Collision Center will be open along Greenbrier Avenue after the Parade from about noon until 2:30 p.m. Don’t miss out in seeing the great cars that will be on display. The Windmill Farms Stage will be a busy place again on Saturday with “The Standards” performing from 8-10 a.m., Lewis Middle School Jazz Band on stage from 10:30-11:30 a.m., a great Cajun Band, “The Bayou Brothers” will entertain from 2:30 until about 5:30 p.m. Karaoke tryouts will be on stage throughout the day with the Navajo Sings Finalists set to perform from 5:456:45 p.m. Saturday evening the Beer and Wine Garden will open at 5 p.m. to quench your thirst. Meet your friends there for an evening of fun! Tables and chairs will be provided in the Beer Garden this year and you may now bring food into the Beer Garden. Eat, drink and be merry! For the music lovers and dancers the Saturday evening fun will start out at 6:30 p.m. with the “Blake Darling Band” followed at 8 p.m. with a terrific group, “The Zippers”. I have been assured that you will not be disappointed and you will thoroughly enjoy their performance. Rock on! SpringFest is a Navajo Community celebration that is dependent upon volunteers and sponsors for its success. The SpringFest committee will meet and start planning for the next year’s event soon after this SpringFest ends. If you would like to join us in this annual Navajo Community celebration, stop by the information booth and volunteer. We would love to have you join us! Longtime sponsors such as Windmill Farms, Allied Gardens Rec Council, Grantville-Allied Gardens Kiwanis Club, Kaiser Permanente, Mission Times Courier and many others continue their support year after year. Because sponsors are still coming in, a complete list of sponsors, along with our thanks, will be listed in the June issue of the Mission Times Courier.
Recycling, from page 5 new products. By mining electronics we preserve natural resources (metals, petroleum, etc.), and are able to realize huge energy savings versus that required for recovery of virgin materials. Within the recycling industry we favor the term “e-scrap” instead of “e-waste”: It’s only waste if we fail. Furthermore, we should exhaust “reuse” options before resorting to recycling. Less affluent populations around the world desperately need Americans’ cast-off technology. There are numerous opportunities to give used electronics a new lease on life, either as whole units (i.e. erase data, recondition, and re-market complete systems) or as sub-assemblies (i.e. farm out mother boards, hard drives, etc.). Besides extending the useful life of the “latest and greatest” of bygone eras and helping to bridge the “digital divide” between ourselves and less technologically advanced populations, reuse enables us to spare the energy required for full-blown recycling (shredding, smelting, etc.). Electronics Recycling has the potential to substantially impact the future health of our planet and its inhabitants; make sure your hardware and data don’t wind up in the wrong hands. Josh Turchin is third generation in the recycling business, and is President of One Earth Recycling. For more information, visit www.OneEarthRecycling.com.
Explore, from page 10 in the Visitor Center’s outdoor amphitheater at 9:30 and 10:45 a.m. and again at 12 noon for children ages three to eight years, teaching them basic conservation concepts, and how to observe and live with these elusive neighbors. Older kids and adults will have a chance to try out high-tech hiking poles or rock climbing and safely study sun spots through a special telescope set up on the Visitor Center terrace with local astronomer/naturalist George Varga. Inside the Center, musician Jon Sherman will entertain visitors with Native American flute music, while authors of books related to the Park will be signing their works. “Plein air” artists will be painting views of Mission Gorge on the terrace and at the Old Mission Dam. Adventure 16 Outdoor Outfitters will operate a booth from 7:30 until 11 a.m. at the base of Cowles Mountain, loaning high-tech hiking poles to those interested in trying them out on their way up the mountain and back. Small children can ride ponies for free (only until 1:30 p.m.) in one of the arenas in the Equestrian Staging Area near the Mast Blvd. entrance to the Park. In the same area, a special wall will be set up for children to try rock climbing and Project Wildlife will bring rescued wild animals for the public to view. At the Visitor and Interpretive Center other wildlife groups will present live raptors and reptiles. In addition to Ms. Frizzle’s programs, there will be crafts activities at for children in the classroom. Mountain biking or hiking through the Grasslands, stopping for a picnic lunch under a spreading live oak tree or tracking deer near Kumeyaay Lake are simple activities available anytime, but when combined with free pony rides, a chance to see live raptors and reptiles face-to-face or learn about bats in a fun way, this special day is a guaranteed kid-pleaser. Allied Waste Services and the City & County of San Diego are this year’s Title Sponsors; the event’s Community Sponsors for 2011 include Superior Ready Mix, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, SDG&E and Kaiser Permanente. A detailed map of the park and complete schedule of Explore Mission Trails Day events, including book signings by authors, nature walks and arts and crafts activities are available online at www.mtrp.org or at the Visitor and Interpretive Center information desk. Volunteers are also available to answer questions at (619) 668-3281.
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the abundance of overgrown weeds were removed. Gayle Havens, the Lake Murray Reservoir Keeper was thrilled with the outcome and the number of volunteers. Participants ranging from small children to senior citizens put on the “Mormon Helping Hands” signature yellow vests along with their bright smiles and worked for three hours beautifying one of San Diego’s favorite recreation areas. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church/Mormons) schedules service projects to give back to their communities throughout the world. The current economic downturn has been challenging for local governments to maintain community services; Mormon Helping Hands Day is a way to contribute. Church members strive to follow Jesus Christ’s example of serving others as they participate in these community projects. Service became contagious at Lake Murray as park guests were spotted
Volunteers Extend Helping Hands In Lake Murray Cleanup By Kristin Skliba O n A pr i l 3 0 , more than 2 2 5 local v olunteers extended a “ H elp i ng H and ” to T he M i ss i on T ra i ls R eg i onal Park at L ake M urray, commemorat i ng the 3 rd annual M ormon H elp i ng H ands D ay of serv i ce . T h i s e v ent was one of many held throughout the S tate of C al i forn i a today i n v olv i ng o v er 7 5 , 0 0 0 v olunteers . In S an D i ego alone an est i mated 4 , 0 0 0 people v olun teered at o v er 1 2 projects county- w i de .
The project at Lake Murray entailed weeding planters, cleaning picnic areas and painting the cement tables. Special care was taken with the picnic tables at Lake Murray that were donated by members of the community in memory of their loved ones. The memorial plaques were cleaned and protected, the tables were washed and painted, the picnic areas were swept and
Boy Scouts from Troop 306 were among the 225+ volunteers who helped clean up Lake Murray on April 30.
asking the organizers if they could help. They were welcomed with open arms, a yellow vest and a shovel. La Mesa City Councilmember, Ernie Ewin presented the “Mormon Helping Hands” participants with a Certificate of Recognition and Acknowledgement praising them for their willingness to volunteer and serve. Lake Murray is cleaner and more beautiful because a few hundred people who were willing to serve their community for the benefit of all.
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(Left) Councilmember Marti Emerald and her pet parrot are pictured with the Lake Murray Playground Project Committee. About 375 people participated in the second annual Race for the Playground on May 1, raising more than $12,000 by early estimates. The fastest runner of the day was Jack McSweeney, who did the 5K in 17 minutes, 50 seconds. Walt Philips was the top adult male finisher, and Elizabeth Burg was the top adult female finisher, while Ian Cowan and Kennedy Roesch were the first children to cross the finish line in the one-mile race. - Photos by Tessa Desharnais
Run, from page 1 announced to the hundreds of participants at the second annual “Race for the Playground” held on May 1. “Today we are launching ‘Sprint for the Finish,’ our final fundraising campaign to build the very best playground we can. This is it. We’re going to raise as much money as we can by July 4th and get this playground built!” For the “Sprint for the Finish” campaign, fundraising has been put in the hands of the community with the “100 for $10 Challenge.” The idea: form a fundraising team, and try to get 100 people to donate $10 each by July 4. Teams can take advantage of a number of fundraising tools available through the Lake Murray Playground Project web site, including individual fundraising pages, sample solicitation letters, and tips and tricks for bringing in donations. Local Realtors Dan and Cathy Northcutt took the challenge leading up to the fun run and were able to raise $1,000 in just three weeks. Meanwhile, children’s book author Kathryn Cloward has pledged 40 percent of her online book sales in May to the Lake Murray Playground Project. Customers must use the coupon code “playground” at checkout. With a fundraising finish line in sight, Dahlkamp is encouraging those who have been waiting to contribute to do so now. “If you’ve been thinking about making a donation, buying a paver, or asking
your employer to contribute, now is the time,” Dahlkamp said. “We knew that $250,000 was an aggressive goal,” said Lake Murray Playground Project co-chair Marilyn Olson, “especially given that we launched our effort right as the global recession was beginning.” The new goal is to reach $100,000 by July 4. “We have a few opportunities for matching funds if we cross the $100,000 threshold, so we’re going to take this as far as we can,” Olson said. “Whatever playground we can afford to build will be so much better than what is there right now,” said Dahlkamp. “We’re working with incredible playground designers and have benefited from so much community support and input.” The Lake Murray Playground Project was launched in July 2009 with the mission to design, fund and rebuild the playground at Lake Murray Community Park. The effort has resulted in more than $85,000 through community donations, corporate sponsorships, seed grants and a series of fundraising events. The recent “Race for the Playground” was projected to generate more than $10,000. The fun-run event included a one-mile and 5K course around Lake Murray, live music, a pancake breakfast and a health expo. Ready to help with this final fundraising feat? Information about the 100 for $10 Challenge, paver order forms, and playground equipment sponsorship details are available at www.lakemurraypark.org.
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La Mesa Middle To Host Relay For Life Join us for the 5th Annual Relay For Life at La Mesa Middle School, 4200 Parks Ave., on Sat. May 14! The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a life-changing event that gives everyone a chance to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember a loved one lost and fight back against the disease. The run starts at 9 a.m. We invite the community to join us for a day of fun, live entertainment and the 9 p.m. Luminaria Ceremony which is the heart of the event. For more information, visit www.relayforlife.org/lamesaca
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Be Ready For Disasters Microchip Your Pet
With wildfires prevalent in our community and in light of the recent disasters in Japan, County Animal Services is encouraging pet owners to make sure microchipping is a part of their disaster preparedness plans. Animal Services will offer microchipping for dogs and cats at the Allied Gardens Recreation Center, 5155 Greenbrier Ave., from 10 a.m. to Noon, on Sat., Jun. 4. Hundreds of animals have been rescued from past fires and confirming identity and ownership is critical to reuniting lost animals with their owners. A microchip will remove any doubt about ownership and help bring animals and their owners together after a disaster. Everyone is encouraged to take advantage of this offer. It could save the life of your pet! The one-time fee is $20 and includes registration. For more information, call (619) 7670-2675 or visit www.sddac.com.
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In the “Pink Panther Strikes Again,” Peter Sellers, as Inspector Clouseau, is standing at the front desk of a hotel and sees a dog lying by the front door. He asks the clerk, “Does your dog bite?” The man answers, “No.” Walking toward the door, Clouseau bends down to pet the dog; it growls and then bites him. Aghast, he exclaims, “I thought that you said your dog does not bite!” The man responds, “Oui, monsieur, but that is not my dog.” The truth is that in the right set of circumstances any dog will bite. If a dog is in pain, is scared, is feeling cornered or is being provoked, it may bite. The good news is that most dogs give clear signals beforehand and by knowing these signals you can prevent a bite from happening. There are approximately 800,000 reported dog bites a year in the United States. 44,000 of these bites are facial injuries and 60% of dog bite victims are children. Most people think that dog biters are strays or trained guard dogs, but the truth is 77% of these bites are by friendly dogs known to the bite victim. The dog bite problem has serious repercussions for both the victims and the dogs. The victims can carry physical and emotional scars for life; the dogs risk losing their homes and their lives. May 15-21, is Dog Bite Prevention Week so we would like to educate as many people as possible on how to avoid dog bites. To educate the public on dog bite prevention, Teresa Lewin and Joan Orr cofounded the “Doggone Safe Program”. Presenters teach children what to do if a strange dog approaches them using a technique called “Being a Tree”. They are told to stand still, fold their branches (hands) in front of them, and look down at their roots (feet). The dog quickly loses interest in this stationary object and runs away. This is a skill that could save a serious injury. Another thing they learn is how to read a dog’s body language. Through a series of photographs and games, they learn to observe a dog’s eyes, lips and teeth, ear position, tail position, posture and so on. They are taught to recognize when a dog is happy and relaxed and when he is aroused and should be left alone. These lessons will help them with the family and neighbor’s dogs as well as any strange dogs they encounter. The San Diego Humane Society’s outreach programs teach children these same skills as well as kindness and empathy towards animals. Basic rules to prevent dog bites: never leave a baby or young child with a dog unsupervised! Never look a strange dog in the eye. Never attempt to take away food or a toy from a dog displaying aggression. Never run from a strange dog. Be kind to your dog, show him or her respect and stay safe. For more information, visit: www.doggonesafe.com; www.sdhumane.org. For infants and toddlers visit www.thedabc.com. Sari Reis is a Certified Humane Education Specialist and the Owner of Mission Valley Pet Sitting Services. For more information, contact Sari at (760) 644-0289 or www.missionvalleypetsitting.com.
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Miguel’s Cocina Review by Eileen Sondak
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ld Town has an embarrassment of riches, where Mexican restaurants are concerned. So what’s so special about Miguel’s Cocina -- the newest restaurant in the Old Town area? For one thing, parking (which is always a problem in the area) is simple. Miguel’s has its own lot right behind the restaurant. What could be more convenient? Miguel’s also boasts a menu chock full of seafood items, and since the restaurant is part of the Brigantine family, getting the freshest seafood available is no problem. In fact, the white jumbo shrimp in every delicious dish on Miguel’s menu is top-grade Mexican shrimp -- and you’ll taste the difference. The most unique item at this upscale Mexican eatery is the white jalapeno sauce. This delicious dipping sauce is so popular, it is now available around the county. Once you start dipping your chips in this heavenly white sauce, you’ll be hooked! The menu -- served all day long -features many of the combination dishes, quesadilla, and enchilada preparations, you’ll find in most Mexican restaurants. Fortunately, even these traditional Mexican specialties are a cut above at Miguel’s. However, the real stars on the menu are seafood dishes, such as the shrimp burritos ($14) and our favorite the swordfish tacos ($12). These house specialties are served with a heaping portion of rice and beans. The swordfish in the tacos is grilled to perfection, and served over a bed of slaw. Each dish comes with two generous tacos. Seafood lovers can indulge in Miguel’s Mariscos ($14) -- a feast of Mexican shrimp, mussels, calamari, and swordfish. This dish comes with a spicy tomato
‘Beauty And The Beast’ Takes Stage At Junior Theatre Step into the enchanted world of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. The brainy and beautiful Belle yearns to escape her provincial life... and her brute of a suitor, Gaston. However, Belle gets more adventure than she wanted when she becomes a captive in the Beast’s enchanted castle! Dancing flatware, menacing wolves, and singing furniture fill the stage with thrills in this beloved fairy tale about very different people finding strength in one another and learning how to love. Based on the Academy Awardwinning animated feature from Walt Disney and directed by Rayme Scaironi, this tale of love, compassion and magical adventure is recommended for all ages. Disney’s Beauty and the Beast runs thru Sun., May 15. Show times are 7 p.m. on Fridays, and 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays with an ASL interpreted performance on Sat., May 14. Tickets are $8 - $14. For tickets, call San Diego Junior Theatre’s box office at (619) 239-8355 or visit Juniortheatre.com. In its 63rd season, San Diego Junior Theatre is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to providing all youth, ages 3-18, an opportunity to experience theatre arts through innovative classes, camps, performances, and outreach programs. Contributions to San Diego Junior Theatre are tax-deductible.
broth, and it’s a local favorite. The fresh sizzling fajitas are another spectacular offering at this Mexican restaurant. You can opt for chicken or top sirloin (at $13.50 each) or shrimp ($16). We love the combination of shrimp and beef ($15). All the fajita dishes are sauteed with tomato, bell pepper, onions, and mushrooms and served with tortillas, salsa, guacamole, and a separate platter of rice and beans. Among the other popular dishes on the menu are the tostada grande ($10) -- a heaping dish that lives up to its name, vegetable cheese enchiladas ($9), calamari torta ($10, made with crispy squid steak on a torta roll), chicken or beef flautas ($9.50), and the flavorful carnitas ($11). The restaurant has a large brick oven that turns out delicacies the likes of oven-roasted New York steak with chile negro sauce ($20), white fish Veracruz ($19), and jumbo shrimp stuffed with jack cheese and poblano rajas -- wrapped in bacon ($18). This spectacular dish is topped off with the restaurant’s signature white sauce. Sunday brunch (served 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.) is a festive event featuring many traditional menu items, as well as breakfast favorites. Miguel’s has a hopping Happy Hour going 3 - 6 p.m. daily, with drink and munching specials, including carne asada, fish, and swordfish tacos -- all priced under four bucks. The decor at Miguel’s is attractive, with comfortable tables and chairs inside and out. The covered patio is especially nice for dining, and if there’s a chill in the air you can sit near the large fireplace for a cozy meal. Miguel’s Cocina has a lot to recommend it any time of the day, and the service is highly professional.
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The Earth, The Sun, The Planets and Beyond This will be the theme of the next concert of the Tifereth Israel Community Orchestra in its programs on Tues., Jun.14 at 7:30 p.m., and at 3 p.m. on Sun. Jun. 19. Be sure to pencil in these dates in your calendar. Conductor David Amos has selected an interstellar program of music portraying three aspects of our Earth (Debussy’s Three Nocturnes) which masterfully give us musical pictures of Clouds, a Festival, and Sirens, the Sun, with Carl Nielsen’s Helios Overture, and a glimpse of what may be beyond our solar system in music from the Star Trek television series and films. The highlight of the concert is the orchestral spectacular, The Planets, by Gustav Holst. Written for large orchestra, this has been a longtime favorite for audiences for generations. Composed between 1914 and 1916, it is a description of the planets (not including Earth), as seen from the astrological point of view. Its colorful movements, alternating with fast-slow, loud-soft contrasts, are called Mars, the Bringer of War, Venus, the Bringer of Peace, Mercury, the Winged Messenger, Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity (the most popular of the movements), Saturn, the Bringer of Old Age, Uranus, the Magician, and Neptune, the Mystic. There will be projections of the various celestial bodies as the music is being performed. The Sunday (6/19) concert is subtitled “A Fathers’ Day Concert”. The orchestra has received requests from potential concert-goers that a Sunday afternoon option will facilitate attendance for groups, families, and individuals who find that time slot more convenient. This concert is certainly a fine one to celebrate with your favorite father, and to introduce young people to orchestral music that can also be “visual” because of contents. Tifereth Israel Synagogue is located at 6660 Cowles Mountain Blvd., 92119, in the San Carlos-Lake Murray area. For more information, individual or group tickets, directions, or a season brochure, call (619) 697-6001, or you can buy tickets online at www.tiferethisrael.com/tico.
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IMAX Film Features Humans’ Bond With Orphaned Elephants, Orangutans Join IMAX and Warner Bros. Pictures on a miraculous journey of second chances when Born To Be Wild opens on May 13 at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center. Follow young orphaned elephants and orangutans on the trip of a lifetime, from birth to their rebirth into the wild. This family friendly documentary will transport moviegoers around the world to the far stretches of Kenya and Borneo and will inspire them to take action and save earth’s precious creatures.
5 Miles High To Return To Second Wind Now that Summer is approaching, this Memorial Day weekend, 5 Miles High, a refined classic rock cover band, is returning to Second Wind Navajo, a routine venue for the band. Forming in early 2005, 5 Miles High has become well established in various venues throughout San Diego County as a result of the high quality of their music. On Fri. May 27 and Sat. May 28, the band makes their return to Second Wind Bar in San Carlos beginning at 9 p.m. 5 Miles High is eager to entertain and reignite its rapport within the community, reconnecting with its local fan-base and tantalizing new! 5 Miles High is comprised of four polished, professional classic rock musicians determined to be the best classic rock band in Southern California. Each musician has been in many original and cover projects, with extensive touring experience. 5 Miles High caters to some of the best known clubs and venues in Southern California, as well as private and corporate engagements that require a more tailored format. 5 Miles High is more versatile than the average classic rock, cover band. The band prides itself in being vocally rich, melodic, and able to rock as hard as the best of them, with the emphasis on packing the dance floor and enriching the festive atmosphere. Those keen on spectacular musical entertainment, and ready to dance, should join 5 Miles High on May 27 & 28 at Second Wind, 8515 Navajo Rd. San Diego, 92119.
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Narrated by Academy-Award® winner Morgan Freeman, Born To Be Wild is an inspiring story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. Stunningly captured in IMAX, Born To Be Wild is a heartwarming adventure transporting moviegoers into the lush rainforests of Borneo with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Biruté Mary Galdikas, and across the rugged Kenyan savannah with celebrated elephant authority Dame Daphne M. Sheldrick, as they and their teams rescue, rehabilitate and return these incredible animals back to the wild. The film has been rated G and has a run time of 40 minutes.
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May is National Healthy Vision Month By Joel Detjen, BSc and Danielle Schwaderer, ND There’s no better time than now to learn healthy habits to protect your vision from degenerating and keep your eyes as healthy as possible throughout the aging process. Beyond hereditary factors, the key to healthy eye sight is preventing oxidative damage or trauma to the eye, and supplying the body with adequate nutrients to restore proper physiologic function of the eye. As we age, the small blood vessels within the eye become increasingly susceptible to oxidative stress causing detrimental and often irreversible damage to our vision. Our eyes encounter oxidative stress daily through exposure to UV rays, chronic stress, the standard American diet, environmental pollutants, cigarette smoking, erratic blood sugar, high blood pressure, insufficient antioxidant consumption, and cardiovascular disease. Many individuals believe that aging in itself is a direct cause of vision loss, however, many of these folks aren’t aware that the following foods and nutrients have been shown to slow the effects of aging, and in some cases, reverse and prevent vision loss. Antioxidants: To protect the eye from damage, antioxidants are recommended across the board. There are many varieties of foods, herbs, and nutrients containing high levels of antioxidants that target oxidative stress put on the human eye. Vitamins C and E, carotenoids, zinc, bilberry, and ginkgo are just some of the specific nutrients that contain beneficial anti-oxidant properties necessary for the optimization of eye health. Carotenoids: These antioxidants are found in high concentrations in the retina, protect it from absorbing
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certain UV rays, and remove free radicals that cause direct damage to the eye. Both lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoid like molecules that are found in dark leafy greens, broccoli, kale, zucchini, and Brussels sprouts. Recent studies indicate that a daily dose of 10-20 mg of both lutein and zeaxanthin have been shown to be beneficial for eye health. Other beneficial carotenoids can be found in foods with orange or yellow pigments such as carrots, bell pepper, sweet potatoes, and more! Zinc: This mineral is highly protective against the formation of age related macular degeneration when taken in a daily dose of 80mg. When supplementing zinc daily, copper should also be supplemented to prevent copper deficiency and anemia. Bilberry: A fruit from the same genus as blueberry and cranberry, is very high in the proanthocyanidin antioxidants. This dark blue fruit contains many nutrients that reduce free-radical damage within the retina when taken in doses of 80-160mg daily. Ginkgo biloba: Beyond memory support, ginkgo contains lots of beneficial antioxidants. A dose of 40mg daily has shown to improve long distance vision. Omega 3 fatty acids: These fatty acids provide protection from vascular damage to the small blood vessels within the eye. A daily dose of 1000mg of combined EPA + DHA is a good place to start. Taurine: Found in high concentrations in the retina, taurine is the most abundant source of protein within the retina. This amino acid serves as a good protein source for maintenance and repair of injured tissue within the retina. Preventing and controlling chronic disease: Both unstable blood sugar, as seen in many diabetics, and cardiovascular disease are modifiable conditions that effect vision. The small vessels within our eyes are directly damaged by uncontrolled blood sugar and cardiovascular disease. Prevent chronic disease, and your vision will thank you! Yearly eye exams: Early detection and treatment for oxidative injury of the eye can prevent early onset vision loss. Yearly eye exams give your doctor invaluable information about your blood vessels, vascular health, and overall risk for the development of vision loss. Stop by Windmill Farms today to find the supplement that is best for you! See you at The Farm! Joel Detjen, BSc is a graduate of SDSU and is a nutritionist at Windmill Farms in Del Cerro. He has been in the industry serving San Diegans for 21 years. Dr. Danielle Schwaderer is a California boardlicensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND) practicing in San Diego. Visit www. SymmetryHealthChiro.com for more information about Dr. Schwaderer. References: Barrett, R. Lecture materials from EENT course at NCNM. Sept 2009. Portland, OR. Lecerf JM, Desmettre T.Nutrition and age-related macular degeneration. J Fr Ophtalmol. 2010 Dec;33(10):749-57. Epub 2010 Nov 18. Marz, R. Medical Nutrition from Marz, 2nd edition.
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with more and higher shells. The goal is to meet our budgeted goal by May 15. That way, we won’t have to come to you on bended knee in June or July. We’re still less than halfway to our budgeted goal. With your help and donations, we can attain our goals early and concentrate our focus to make this year’s event the best ever in the 14 years we’ve been involved. The first fundraiser is a Bake Sale in Del Cerro on Sat., May 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of Del Cerro Blvd. and Marne Ave., across from Windmill Farms. Pam Melody, our Bake Sale Guru, is in charge of this event and hopes to exceed her sales for the past two years. Look for the banner on the corner and the homemade cookies, brownies and other baked goods that are hand-made for this fundraiser. If you don’t wish to make a purchase, but would like to make a donation, we’ll have a donation jar on the front table. Plans for the July 4th program include 3-4 bands, which we are working on right now We will have food and beverage vendors again this year, with some new items to select from, if you don’t bring in your own. We’ve been asked about charging for parking or VIP seating to raise funds, but both are precluded by City rules on the use of the park. Fortunately, the City Council just passed amendments to their Special Events policy that will allow the fireworks to continue. But we can’t do this without your help. You can assist us to hold this free, fun, family event at the lake by sending your check in any amount you wish to Lake Murray Music Fest, P.O. Box 191522, San Diego 921591522. You can also make a donation through Pay Pal on the Lake Murray Music Fest website (www.navajoevents.com). For donations of $250 and above, the check can be made payable to the Lake Murray Kiwanis Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization and our fiscal sponsor for the event. The mailing address for the LMK Foundation is P.O. Box 19283, San Diego, CA 92159. For larger donations and sponsorships, please contact John at (619) 462-1408. For a donation of $1,500 or more, your business banner will be placed on the stage. However, banner space is limited, so please contact us ASAP. All this being said, we need your donations as soon as possible, as we are committed to holding the event as planned. Please consider sending a check. We also need volunteers to assist with day of the event activities. If you have some time to assist on the 4th, contact John at the above number or e-mail jfpilch@hotmail.com.
The seven Gems of the Community are: Tracy Dahlkamp for boosting the revitalization of the playground at Lake Murray Community Park; Dan Smith, for working to clear the Alvarado Creek Storm Channel; Sherry Kelly for the annual Allied Gardens SpringFest; Maurize Rios for creative community activism in El Cerrito; Josh Goldsmith, organizer and fundraiser for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life; Anna Orzel-Arnita of Redwood Village; and Jody Talbott for engaging the business community along University Avenue and promoting the University First project. District 7 staff provided attendees a copy of Councilmember Emerald’s Apr. 19 memorandum addressing Governor Brown’s State budget-cutting proposal to eliminate redevelopment agencies. Emerald’s counterproposal would consolidate all San Diego City redevelopment project areas under a single administrative board. Throughout the evening, Emerald spoke with the practice of a seasoned broadcast personality, even pronouncing Cowles Mountain correctly (rhymes with bowls). San Diego City Council District 7 includes the distinctive neighborhoods of City Heights, College Area, Del Cerro, El Cerrito, Fox Canyon, Grantville, Islenair, Lake Murray, MCAS Miramar, Mission Trails Regional Park, Redwood Village, Oak Park, Rolando, Rolando Park, San Carlos, Stonebridge Estates and Tierrasanta.
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JEWELRY IDEAS FOR SPECIAL DAYS – MOMS, DADS, AND GRADS During the springtime months, there are several very special days that deserve celebration. Those include Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Graduation Day. Without question, jewelry is the most exciting gift you can give anyone on any of these occasions. Here are a few suggestions: Mom would love a beautiful new Pandora Bracelet, a key to my heart pendant or mother’s ring with birthstones of the family. Dad’s gift favorites include rings, money clips and tie tacs. Try a new alternative metal such as titanium, tungsten or stainless steel for a crisp new look. Grads would love a new dress watch or cool sports watch. Girls also like charm bracelets, photo lockets and pearls. Guys like silver ID bracelets and engraved signet rings.
MAY BIRTHSTONE: EMERALD The emerald, a beautiful green precious gem, is the most famous of the beryl family. Named for the Persian word for green, the emerald has always been surrounded by mystery. The Greek dedicated this stone to the Goddess Venus, believing that it ensured security in love. We offer a wide variety of emeralds set in pendants, earrings and rings as well as loose emeralds waiting for the mounting of your choice. Call Enhancery Jewelers 619-282-3900 for answers to any gem and jewelry questions you may have. Enhancery Jewelers is located in the Chili’s Shopping Center at 4242 Camino del Rio N.#17 (at I-8 & Mission Gorge). Open Tues.–Fri., 10–6 pm; Sat. 10–4 pm. Martin and Kathleen White have owned Enhancery Jewelers for over thirty two years. They specialize in diamond and gemstone jewelry, custom design, appraisals, jewelry and watch repairs. Visit us online at www.enhancery.com and become a fan on Facebook.
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Del Cerro Action Council By Jay Wilson, President
May is definitely alive with a great variety of events for everyone in Del Cerro; City Council Redistricting, Home Energy Conservation, Allied Gardens SpringFest, and Explore Mission Trails Day are all waiting for you, your family, neighbors and friends to comment on and/or participate.
Officer René Murillo joins neighbors in enjoying local citrus harvest. -GSB Photo.
Saranac-Mohawk Community Group By Gale Susan Barlow, Group Member Imagine a neighborhood so pedestrian-friendly that residents can walk to live professional theater, a Friday-night club (PG-rated), gourmet dining, public transportation, banking, grocery shopping, a new branch library, and canyon quietude around every corner. The Saranac-Mohawk community enjoys all these attributes. Sidewalks are scarce, however, and the local joint-use school-community park exists only on paper; community activists are working with the City and the San Diego Unified School District to add these improvements to the neighborhood. The recent College Area Taste event, organized by the College Area Business Improvement District, highlighted many independent, family-run El Cajon Blvd. restaurants east of College Ave. Cucina Fresca offered large portions of home cooked Italian dishes. Terra presented its signature pumpkin ravioli. Treehouse Coffee roasted beans along the sidewalk, and PubCakes’ bakers kept their pastry cases freshly stocked. The server at the local chain, Wings and Things, a lifelong area resident, was eager to share local lore. The Cheba Hut manager expressed his commitment to contribute to the local community. Casa Machado and Abraj provided more than generous portions of house specialties. It was, perhaps, advice from the free shuttle bus driver that will be most taken to heart: “Bring your Tupperware next year,” he said, observing our bulging bustles. It was true that we had to pass up many a tempting morsel during the latter half of the Taste. At the Apr. 20 Saranac-Mohawk community meeting, news was bittersweet. Neighbors learned that highly regarded community relations officer, Jenny Hall, has been promoted to Acting Sergeant and will be replaced by a new CRO. Filling the position temporarily is seasoned officer René Murillo, shown with neighbors. Officer Murillo answered questions about changes within SDPD administration that will shift part of this community from Mid-City jurisdiction to the Eastern Division, effective Sept. 17. During his assignment to Saranac-Mohawk, Officer Murillo can be reached at: rmurillo@ pd.sandiego.gov. Also at the meeting, neighbors lauded the installation of an irrigation system along part of the perimeter of the Harriet Tubman Village Charter School. The Group recognized volunteers Tim Taylor, Chris Pearson, Mary Ann Wallace, and Abi Santos from District 7 Councilmember Marti Emerald’s office, the Tubman School team, and community members for their contributions of labor and high spirits on Mar. 26. Donations of plant materials, signage, supplies, and tools for a Jun. 4 Beautification Day event are fully tax deductible. Please call (619) 303-0505. The next meeting of the Saranac Mohawk Community Group will be on May 18. As a celebration of school-community collaboration, the event will be held at the designated joint-use park in the Tubman recreation field. The Saranac-Mohawk Community Group is a neighborhood of the College Area, comprising residential and business neighbors from the north side of El Cajon Blvd. to Alvarado Rd. and from Reservoir Dr. to 70th St. Meetings are open to the public and are held monthly on the third Wednesday from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The Group usually meets at the College-Rolando Library, 6600 Montezuma Rd., but will hold its May meeting at the Tubman School. The Group hosts invited speakers and advocates for public safety, beautification, traffic calming, and park development projects. Please contact Chair, Terry Shirley, at tshirley@cox.net for more information.
In the next several months the City Council Redistricting Commission will unveil a map that will determine where the new ninth City Council boundaries will be. This will change the boundaries of every district. Currently, according to the 2000 census, there should be 186,000 in each of our eight council districts. The new number is 144,624. There is some discussion within the Allied Gardens community leaders that being in a council district separate from Del Cerro and San Carlos may be in their best interest. Personally, I believe it is in the best interest of all the Navajo Communities; Grantville, Allied Gardens, Del Cerro and San Carlos to be in the same council district. Let me know what you think. Our energy self-sufficiency effort continues to move forward. Several energy audits have been completed, and their results can be viewed on the Reducemyresources.com website. Get Green Remodeling will continue to offer a reduced rate for the home energy audits for Del Cerro residents. We’re pleased to announce ASI Hastings Heating and Air Conditioning has also donated four home energy audits. They are an approved energy upgrade California contractor. To qualify for a free audit, you must first complete the energy audit form on the Reducemyresources.com web site. Mark your calendar for Friday and Saturday, May 13 & 14, for you and the entire family to enjoy the annual Allied Gardens SpringFest. Check out their web site at www.navajoevents.com for a complete list of all the entertainment and activities. Friday evening includes live entertainment, a beer and wine garden, food booths, rides and live entertainment. Saturday begins with a pancake breakfast cooked by the Lake Murray Kiwanis Club and benefitting the Patrick Henry High Band, from 8-10 a.m. The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. and there will be rides, food, craft booths and entertainment the whole day. The beer garden will be open from 5-11 p.m., and food and live entertainment will continue until 10:45 p.m. Sat., May 21, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. is the 9th Annual Explore Mission Trails Day. Check out their web site at http://www.mtrp.org/EMTday.asp for the complete list of all the free activities from the entire family. Join park staff and volunteers for an all day celebration highlighting everything Mission Trails has to offer. This popular event will feature free guided nature walks, talks and programs throughout the park, including live animals and special programs for children. The San Diego Natural History Museum is bringing Scholastic Publishing’s Ms. Frizzle™ and The Magic Schoolbus© as a special program for children in the amphitheater at the Visitor and Interpretive Center. This year the program will be about bats. There will also be free pony rides, crafts for children, and many Discovery Stations at the Equestrian Staging Area located at Mast Blvd. and SR 52. The Lake Murray and Santee Kiwanis Clubs will be serving hamburgers, veggie burgers, hot dogs and refreshments at the Mission Trails Visitor Center and Equestrian Staging Area respectively. If you or someone you know would like to volunteer to handle the Del Cerro Action Council web site, please contact me at jwilson2@cox.net.
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San Carlos Area Council By John F. Pilch, President
Our guest speaker at the meeting on Wed., May 4 was Grossmont Community College President Sunita “Sunny” Cooke. Dr. Cooke provided us with an update about changes on the campus, especially the new two-story Health and Science Complex that was dedicated on Sept. 17, 2010. This stateof-the-art facility includes faculty and staff for Career Technical Education, Forensic Technology (including a bloodspatter room), Physics and Health Professions programs. These include Nursing, Orthopedic Technology, Occupational Therapy, a Physical Sciences lab, a rooftop Astronomy lab and two computer labs. To state that Dr. Cooke is elated to have this facility on the campus is an understatement. She is equally pleased about the three-story parking structure, housing 1,432 spaces, which was dedicated in June 2009. The state budget cuts were felt on the Grossmont CC campus, at a time when demand for classes was at its highest in years. Challenges continue, as does the pleasant smile and disposition of the person in charge of this growing higher education complex. The SCAC thanks Dr. Cooke for taking the time from her busy schedule to inform us about the education being provided at Grossmont College. Our next meeting is scheduled for Wed., Jun. 1 at 7 p.m. at the San Carlos Branch Library, 7265 Jackson Dr. It will feature Laura Gilbert, Director of Marketing and Communications for Alvarado Hospital. She will discuss the changes that have occurred since the hospital was sold last year to Prime Health Care. Ms. Gilbert requested some time to explain the changes, address any issues or concerns and provide an update on what’s occurring and the future of the hospital. Please plan to attend to learn more about our nearest ER and the services and programs available at Alvarado Hospital. The meeting is open to the public. We thank Kathy Holmes-Hardy, Outreach and Education Director of the East County Office of the SD County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA). She brought a wealth of information and handout material that was a hit with those in the audience. This included the Vial of Life, which, when attached to your refrigerator, provides emergency first responders with information about you, your medications and your healthcare providers. More information about these services is available at www.sdcounty.ca.gov. Click on Health and Human Services. The San Carlos Area Council will not hold meetings in July and August. Our first meeting after the summer recess is scheduled for Wed., Sept. 7, with a speaker to be named at a later date. If you would like to receive information about speakers, meeting reminders and agendas and other local news, please send an e-mail message to jfpilch@hotmail.com and you will be added to the SCAC Interested Party e-mail list. If you have an issue you wish us to consider or just have a question about the community, contact me at (619) 462-1408 or by e-mail at jfpilch@hotmail.com.
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Allied Gardens Community Council By Marilyn Reed, President SpringFest is just around the corner! The celebration begins on Fri., May 13, with a concert featuring the band “Acme Rhythm and Blues” and continues on Saturday evening with the “Zippers” who will play favorites, both old and new. The Beer and Wine garden will be back in the evenings and during the day (May 14) there will be display booths, food vendors and a carnival. The SpringFest Parade will be held on Saturday hosted by the AG Kiwanis, with a Car Show afterwards. Allied Gardens Community Council (AGCC) will have a booth at SpringFest, so please stop by and talk with our members. The next AGCC Town Hall Meeting will be on May 24 at the Ascension Lutheran Church on Zion Ave. Our main speaker will be CHP Officer Brian Pennings who is currently assigned as the El Cajon Area Public Affairs Officer. He has been credited with organizing several programs on traffic safety and teen driving. One such program is called “Start Smart. With this program, Officer Pennings has dedicated many hours to instructing students (ages 15-19) on their responsibilities when behind the wheel of a car. Many parents have expressed gratitude for the impact of this program on their teen driver. They’ve seen definite changes to their son’s or daughter’s behavior when driving as a direct result of this program, even to the point of crediting it with saving their child’s life. He has presented other community programs such as “Right Turn” and “Senior Drivers” to many businesses and community groups in the area. For parents of infants to toddlers, Officer Pennings has instructed them regarding the proper installation of car seats. Research has shown that nine of every ten child safety restraints are improperly installed. The lack of proper installation can contribute to fatalities. His passion for public safety makes him an extraordinary speaker on these and other programs and one you won’t want to miss. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. Announced at the last Grantville Stakeholder’s Committee (GSC) meeting is a program being considered to offset the deficit of park land in the Redevelopment area. This program would involve joint use of school playgrounds such as Foster, Marvin, Lewis and other schools throughout the Navajo community. Fields at the schools would be improved for students and then used for youth and adult sports groups, after school hours. A scoping meeting for the draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) to analyze this and other aspects of the Redevelopment Project has yet to be announced. Once the date is set for the EIR scoping hearing, public comment will be an important part of the process. The next GSC meeting will be held on May 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Church of the Nazarene next to the Grantville Post Office. For additional information, contact Dan Monroe, Project Manager for the Grantville Redevelopment Master Plan, prior to the meeting for any changes to times, dates or agenda. Mr. Monroe can be reached at (619) 236-5529 or dmmonroe@ sandiego.gov. For more information about the Town Hall Meetings or other projects sponsored by AGCC, visit our web site at www.alliedgardens.org.
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Affiliated with a 30 chapter national network, YA provides arts education for students preschool through high school, bringing performing, visual and literary arts into young lives. YA presents in-school and after-school workshops and artist residencies, interactive school assemblies featuring music, dance, theater and storytelling, professional development in arts education for teachers and school administrators and family arts programs, connecting schools, community and families through the arts. The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (6845 University Ave. in Rolando) is a 12.4-acre family support, education, recreation, and cultural arts, made possible by a generous gift by the late philanthropist Mrs. Joan Kroc. The Kroc Center provides opportunities that facilitate positive, life-changing experiences through: art, athletics, personal development, spiritual discovery and community service.
video game development and animation so it was inspiring for them to see firsthand how Japanese technology has evolved and grown over the years.” While in Japan, students from Platt College visited Tokyo, Hiroshima, Kamakura, Kyoto, Nara and Mount Fuji. “We studied the architecture of shrines, temples, palaces, castles, Japanese history and religion,” Hancova said. Students also visited Hiroshima Memorial Peace Park, a site which is devoted to promoting world peace. The Peace Park permanently displays origami paper cranes, a Japanese tradition that is believed to have a magical effect. Platt students created 1,200 origami cranes which will be sent to the Hiroshima Monument for Peace as a gesture of goodwill and friendship. “During our visit we observed the nuances between the East and West that enabled the comparison between two developed, yet different, cultures,” Hancova said. “It offered one of the most powerful tools for analytical thinking about the full picture of human achievement. But the most impressive thing about Japan was its people, who are unusually humble, polite, welcoming and sophisticated. When we heard the news about the devastating earthquake and tsunami, everyone at Platt College felt moved to action.” Platt College opened its doors over 30 years ago, providing the first computer graphics department in San Diego. Today, the purposefully small media arts school in Rolando offers 380 students bachelor of science, associate of applied science and diploma programs in such fields as graphic design, 3D animation, digital video production and web design and development.
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Barbara, from page 2
Dog Found Without Identification Shame on you if your Boston terrier dog ran away on Sun., Apr. 10 about 8 a.m. I found your dog on Wandermere and Bonnie View and she had no identification and no dog license! I was on the way to the airport and could not find an owner, so after catching her, I had to let her out on Park Ridge. It broke my heart to see her run up to a front door, then leave again and go to the next front door. I don’t know if you found her or not, but I was very upset because I couldn’t help to locate where this sweet little dog lived. Why not license your dog, or at least put a name and phone number on her collar? She may have had a microchip, but that doesn’t help on a Sunday morning. - A concerned neighbor and dog lover
Reader Feedback We’ve been living in San Carlos for 34 years, and the Mission Times Courier just gets better every year. The paper and the web site are excellent and always filled with interesting useful local info. Thanks. Stephen, San Carlos Just a note to tell you that you’ve done a great overhaul on the paper! The format is great; the articles are well written; and the whole layout is quite appealing. I look forward to receiving it every month. It’s great to know what’s going on in the neighborhood! Thanks! Sara, Grantville Sara, Stephen and concerned neighbor, thanks for taking the time to write to us! What are your thoughts on happenings in the community? The Mission Times Courier welcomes Letters to the Editor. Letters can be e-mailed to Editor@MissionTimesCourier. com or mailed to Letter To The Editor, 6549 Mission Gorge Road #199, San Diego, CA 92120. We look forward to hearing from you! – Editor
fond memory to the Cowles Mountain hikers. A group gets together each August on Lou’s birthday weekend to climb Mt. Whitney, as they did when he was alive. Maybe Bob will talk to our Friends about hiking to Everest’s base camp sometime when he gets back. Through the years we have lost a lot of our lake friends. Some suffered for a long time and some not so long. One wonders about the meaning of life, but I also wonder about the meaning of death. Those afflicted need to come to a place that gives them peace, see their friends or just be. A peaceful place is almost anywhere outdoors. Lake Murray and the rest of Mission Trails Regional Park, is close to our neighborhoods. We don’t have to go great distances to relax and appreciate nature. The lake road is mostly flat and benches and picnic tables provide a place to rest. Birds, fish and plants are an attraction and distraction from worries. It is especially helpful to see friends when they are needed. We were shocked and saddened by the death of Carl Grubert. We even wondered how a man who was as active and in such good shape could possibly die. Carl ran ultramarathons (100 miles or more) and with the help of his wonderful wife Stella, he seemed to have lived a good life. We hope her heart will heal and focus on their good times together at Lake Murray. It is also hoped that Stella will continue to come to the lake and receive the hugs that her friends will surely give her. The concession stand at Lake Murray is now open. For a few years the lake staff took over the duties of renting boats, selling fishing permits from the iron rangers (money fed into the machines and permits expelled). Now that will be done by the concession workers. Not only will they sell fishing “stuff ” but will also have coffee and other drinks. All the plans haven’t been worked out, but the concession stand will be open on weekends and sometime during the week. That is to be decided. I can’t seem to let the Fire and Rescue helicopter subject alone. From our neighborhood homes and the lake, we continue to see and hear whirling blades over Cowles Mountain. That is at a cost of $3,000 an hour. Three rescues were made in all of 2009, eight were made in all of 2010, and from Jan. 1Apr. 24, 2011, 16 rescues have been made. Fire and Rescue personnel wish that people would know their limits, wear proper clothing, bring water, and be very careful when climbing. See you at our meeting Thursday, May 19 at St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church on the corner of Park Ridge Blvd. and Wandermere Dr. at 5 p.m.
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Quality exterior carpentry. Decks, Fences, Patio Covers and Termite Repair. Lic 365241 www. aactionbuildersofsandiego.com Bob 619-275-1493 (04/12) Pet/Housesitting Services. Est. 1983, Bonded. Pet-tenders offers feeding, walking, plant care, housesitting-and above all...spoiling...in your own home! www.pet-tenders.com 619-298-3033. (03/12) Flute/Piano Instruction. 30 years experience. Beginner to advanced. Music Education. B.A. Degree. Reasonable rates. Available for teaching in your home or mine. Rick, 619-286-8012. (03/12) Professional Power Washing. We specialize in cleaning driveways, patios, tile roofs, stucco, wood decks, rain gutters. Call 619-460-8177 www.sandiegopowerclean. com. (03/12) Contractor/handyman, small jobs ok. Plumbing, carpentry, electrical, doors, roll up garage door repair, laminate floors. Licensed and insured, Bill #701783. 619-698-0375. (01/12) Linda’s Puppy Love. Bonded, licensed, insured pet & housesitting service offers daily dog walks, cat care, vacation visits, overnight care, love, care & attention. www.lindaspuppylove.com 619-857-3674. (01/12) Roofing, licensed, bonded, second generation Allied Gardens roofer. Over 100 homes in Allied Gardens roofed. Repairs, all types of roofing. Free estimates. Call 619-2877149. (12/11) Jenna’s Barber Shoppe. Styling for men, women & children. Wheelchair friendly. Old time expert haircuts at affordable prices. Colors & perms. 7424 Jackson Dr.#1A (across from Keil’s in Bank of America lot) Tues-Fri., 8:303:30pm; Sat. 8:30-noon. By appt., 619-644-3669. (12/11) Bathtubs Refinished. Fiberglass & porcelain. Bathtubs – kitchen sinks – washbasins. Fiberglass crack support and repairs. Over 25 years experience – same owner. Lic #560438. Call 619-464-5141. (12/11) Honor Guard Roofing since 1993.Allied Gardens, family owned, repairs and all types of roofing. Free estimates. Call 619-229-9112. (10/11) Tait’s Tree Service. Trimming, shaping, removals, stump grinding, hedges, and yard clean up. 48 year Allied Gardens resident. Senior discounts available. Quality service at affordable prices. License 777395 Call 619-583-5771. (10/11) Locksmith – Discount Deadbolts & Rekeying – security door viewers, patio door locks, simulated alarms, magnetic door stops. Cliff Henderson 619-840-3327 – Lic #LCO4353 – Bonded – Never a trip charge! (10/11) German Setter Tile and Marble. Professional stone/ tilesetter with 26 years experience. European craftsmanship. Punctual & dependable. License #872804. Contact Jens Sedemund: 619-415-6789 or jens@ germansetter.com. (10/11) Computer Repair-Set-Up-Tune Up. PC help. For families, seniors, home offices. Trusted in Homes for over 25 years. Call 619-992-5882. CA Lic #81527. (10/11) Save water, save money. Take the hassle out of irrigation scheduling, and upgrade your irrigation system with a ‘smart’ controller or timer. Your watering schedule will be adjusted as the weather changes. Rebates available. Call 619-251-3775. (10/11) Window Cleaning and Pressure Washing by Green Earth. We specialize in window cleaning and pressure washing of residential properties. We also offer repair and
replacement of window and door screens and rain gutter cleaning. Family owned. Lic #009237. Free estimates 619-808-4663. (08/11) Window Cleaning and Pressure Washing by Green Earth. We specialize in window cleaning and pressure washing of residential properties. We also offer repair and replacement of window and door screens and rain gutter cleaning. Family owned. Lic #009237. Free estimates. 619-808-4663. (08/11) Computer Services for home & office by local, seasoned, 18 year IT Pro. Wireless, upgrades, troubleshooting, system tuning/cleanup, training, minor miracles - Ed - 619-517-7153. (08/11) San Carlos Handyman Service: Reliable, affordable, licensed and insured. No job too small. Call Dan @ 619-994-5680. (08/11) Landscape maintenance, installations, repairs, sprinklers, shrubs, lighting a specialty, residential & commercial, residential & commercial. Business since 1979. Call Darrell 619-401-9835. (08/11) Just Ask Crystal - specializing in odd jobs for seniors but all ages welcome. Organizing home & yard. Errands/meal preparation. Caretaker reprieve. Moving? Downsizing? Help before, during & after. Vacation pet & plant care. Walking partner for incentive. Too many jobs to list, just ask! Gift certificates available. San Carlos resident with local references. Call Crystal at 619-887-1211. (08/11) Wallcovering Contractor - Enhance the beauty and value of your home! Removal, prep and installation. Precise, superior workmanship by Mr. Elisha Blatt, Lic.# 644396. Discounts on wallcoverings available. Free estimates. 619-582-4449. (07/11) Gardening Service: Lawns, hedges, weeding, trimming, we do it all! 20 years experience, Allied Gardens resident since 1983. Weekly/bi-weekly service. Licensed/ Insured. Free estimates. 619-287-6947. (07/11) Roy L. Schwartz Tree Service. 55 foot aerial truck. I.S.A. Certified Arborist #WE-6180A. Dependable service since 1977. Lic.#775662. 619-282-3562. www. ARoyLTreeSVC.com. (07/11) Handy Man + Remodel + Additions. Full service, local & independent. Expert journeyman all trades. Member BBB. Call John Irwin today – free estimates. IHI-Contractor. #762615. Phone 619-277-2077. (07/11) Healing Touch Therapeutic Massage. Deep-tissue, sports, Swedish massage for rehabilitation and/or relaxation by appointment only. Introductory one-hour massage $35 (normally $50) at home office by certified LMT and HHP. Call Suzy 619-767-8866. License #92010781. (07/11) Sing! Sing! Sing! Grow your voice! Breathing techniques; increase range. Have fun while you learn. Take Voice Lessons with Susan Simmons. 858-349-8490. (07/11) Keith Everett Construction and Handyman Service: All phases of home remodeling and repair. Window and Door replacement specialist. Repair or build any style of fence, deck or patio cover. Senior discount, references, and member of the BBB. No job too small. Lic #878703. Call 619-255-3499. (07/11) Let Stronger, Safer Seniors improve your strength, balance, stamina and confidence! We offer you fun and invigorating personalized workouts in the privacy of your home. Call Pam Melody, Certified Personal Trainer, at 619-962-7144 or email to pkmelody@sbcglobal.net to schedule your free consultation. (07/11) Quality exterior carpentry by Bob. Decks, fences, patio covers and termite repair. Free estimates,
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Creative Landscape - mowing, edging, trimming, weed control, fertilizer, pruning plants, shrubs, trees. Weekly/bi-weekly service. Cal Lic #736809. 30 years exp. 619-465-2237. (05/11) Handyman-Construction-Repair of Plumbing Electrical, heating, fencing, decking, roofing, installation of doors, windows, flooring. Free estimates, 17 years in the construction field. Raised in Allied Gardens, References. 24/7 service. Dan Paterson 619-481-9978 (05/11) At Home Care Systems. Elder care, personal care, reminder service, homemaker, errands, your home – your hours. Bonded, insured. 619-582-9819. (05/11) Fun, experienced music teacher. Guitar, saxophone, clarinet, flute. Convenient in-home lessons starting at $25. Local references. All ages and levels. Contact Steven. 619-654-6630; SDMusicLessons@hotmail.com. (05/11)
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Gabriel: Messenger of God Gabriel appears many times in the bible, usually as a messenger from God. Gabriel means: “God is my strength” or “God is mighty.” Gabriel is one of only two angels mentioned by name in the Bible. Michael is the other. Many Christians believe that Gabriel announced Christ’s birth to the shepherds, warned Mary and Joseph that Herod’s soldiers were searching for Jesus, and rolled away the stone that sealed the tomb of Jesus. In Islam, he is Jibrail and was the medium through whom God revealed the Qur’an to Muhammad.
United Church of Christ of La Mesa members have served the Casa Hogar orphanage in Baja California, Mexico for over 30 years.
Casa Hogar 30+ Years Of Making Dreams Come True By Mary Domb Mikkelson You never know where or to what a visit to the in-laws could lead. The “where,” in Ron Young’s case, was Casa Hogar, a small orphanage in the tiny mountain village of San Antonio de las Minas, Baja California, Mexico; the “what,” 30-plus years of active participation by the people of the United Church of Christ of La Mesa (UCCLM) in providing for the daily needs and fulfilling the hopes and dreams of the children living there. It was 1968 when Ron, a young professor from the University of Illinois, and his wife Rinda joined her parents on a trip to Ensenada and made that fateful stop at Casa Hogar – the first of several to bring desperately needed food and clothing to the orphanage. Three years later they moved to San Diego, Ron to teach at San Diego State University, both to join UCCLM. Professor Ron started something new at State – “orphanage runs” by his students every semester. The church folk got involved in 1978, when Kathy Sowa, UCCLM’s secretary and Christian Ed leader asked the congregation for ideas for a youth outreach project. Ron had just the one. The youths’ first sojourn to Casa Hogar, by then a “bustling orphanage with some thirty boys and girls,” was to take toys and food – and to play with the children. Language, they quickly learned, was no barrier to kids having fun. When they learned the youngsters slept on cots and pads on the floor, the church’s second outreach project – to buy 15 bunk beds – was born. The whole congregation got into the act, funds were raised easily and Ron and Kathy finagled a huge discount on beds and mattresses. A caravan of cars and motorhomes filled with bed parts and mattresses made the trek south (the first of many, many such journeys in the decades to come), where UCCLM youth and adults got to work – with screwdrivers, crescent wrenches, sweat and “tears of joy,” building beds. It was, Ron remembers, a very full day. New beds…old, inadequate bedding. The next youth project was to get donations of sheets and blankets. Caravans to Casa Hogar during Epiphany, taking a picnic lunch and presents to the children, quickly became a tradition. The children, in turn, put on wonderful Christmas pageants for their guests.
On…and on… and on it went from there, eventually becoming a major church outreach program. The orphanage was growing and children were leaving as they became older… leaving for uncertain futures and lives. The need to educate them and get them involved in productive lives in their community became the congregation’s new goal, a challenging one in a country where family connections are the key to success and prosperity. While they continued – and continue – to provide food and clothing, a new emphasis was placed on collecting money for tuition (public education is very expensive in Mexico), books, backpacks and uniforms. “During the school year,” Ron elaborates, “we pay for all of their tuitions, uniforms, transportation, a healthy breakfast each day, school books and supplies and two after-school tutors to help those who need the extra review boost to keep their grades and learning at level.” Community support has enriched UCCLM’s outreach, with donations received from throughout the U.S. and from as far away as Australia and Spain. Youth groups from other UCC churches have contributed to the scholarship fund, as have two Rotary groups (React) from Orange County and the Mortar Board Honor Society at San Diego State, which sends backpacks stuffed with paper, pencils, rulers and other school needs. Thirty-plus years of sharing and caring later, the children of Casa Hogar are thriving and excelling academically. Among them are graduates of business college, secretarial school, beauty school and most recently, law school, who are staying and blooming as leaders in their community in the Ensenada area. One UCCLM family sponsored the child they had “adopted” so many years ago as he progressed through his law degree program, which culminated in the summer of 2010 with an internship in Mexico City working with and observing the Mexican legal system and spending time in seminars at the Mexican Supreme Court. Eight special scholarship funds have been set up by individuals and families (many via memorial funding) and there’s a large fund established by members of the former New Creations UCC when they joined UCCLM. 100% of all donations go directly to the orphanage. Recent events – new border restrictions and requirements (passports are needed to re-enter the U.S.) and a disturbing increase in banditry on Baja’s back roads, have gotten in the way of the much loved caravan trips – a temporary obstacle, participants hope. “We haven’t given up,” Ron reports. In the meantime, UCCLM’s involvement continues. There are, as Ron says, “no limits to the love, caring and generosity of the people of UCCLM or to their commitment to the youngsters of Casa Hogar.” Another, long since overcome, “obstacle” involved a request for tires for the school van. As Ron explains, “Off to Discount Tires three of us flew and off to the border we drove the next morning. None of us, not Nick Saldaña, not our minister, Paul Ashby, not I, had taken the time to read the morning headline - “Mexico Bans Tires” from crossing the border! We were scolded and turned back by Mexican authorities at the Tijuana check point. Nursing our wounds, we returned to Nick’s house and pondered a bit. Nick said, “Where there is a will there is a way.” Paul said, “Have faith in God, who has the answer to all things.” I said, “Hell! Let’s give Tecate a try.” Sure enough with the power of all that “positive thinking” and Paul’s prayers with the border guards (who, learning he was our pastor, asked for a blessing), we zipped in and arrived in time so the kids only missed one day of school due to their broken transportation. UCCLM’s outreach to Casa Hogar has made a major impact not just on the children but on the people of the church, for whom “our orphanage” and the programs with which they support it are an exciting and meaningful ministry of love. Ron explains, “The children’s gift of love to us over the years outweighs anything we could give to them. Our gift has been to Mexico, giving them a good supply of educated citizens who are proud of their country and are becoming positive leaders in their community.”
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Water Awareness Month Spotlights Money-Saving Resources, Events City Hall was transformed into “Kiddie Hall” on May 3 as school children from throughout San Diego joined the Mayor and San Diego City Council to be honored for their creative expressions about water conservation through the City’s annual poster contest and to kick off “Water Awareness Month.” The City of San Diego is recognizing Water Awareness Month throughout May and is inviting San Diegans to learn more about water, tap into City resources and participate in a series of fun and educational events. While San Diego’s short-term water supply outlook is good, it’s important to remember that San Diego still imports approximately 85 percent of its water supply from Northern California and the Colorado River. The conditions that affect these imported water supplies are cyclical and subject to change. Additionally, dry years are more common than wet years in Southern California. In response to these realities, San Diegans are adopting a long-term ethic to “waste no water.” “San Diegans have done a tremendous job by saving water when we were faced with mandatory cutbacks,” said Mayor Jerry Sanders, who has demonstrated both at home and at work that water conservation is a priority. “While the drought may be officially over, waste is never an option. Using water wisely throughout the year needs to remain a permanent way of life,” added Mayor Sanders. Resources to Save Water and Money City water customers can take advantage of free residential and commercial water surveys through the Public Utilities Department to pinpoint watersaving options at your home or business, including identifying possible leaks. On average, an American home wastes more than 10,000 gallons of water every year due to running toilets, dripping faucets, and other household leaks. That’s a lot of water, and money, wasted. Call (619) 570-1999, email water@sandiego. gov or visit the City’s web site at www.sandiego.gov/water/conservation. Spring is in full swing and the City’s Public Utilities Department has a new residential and commercial outdoor rebate program. By conducting a landscape makeover and maintaining a healthy garden, City water customers may be eligible for cash-back rebates on smart controllers, micro-irrigation and sustainable landscapes/turf replacement. Funded primarily by state grants competitively sought and obtained by the Department, the rebates are available to eligible single-family, multi-family and commercial customers on a firstcome, first-served basis. Visit the City’s web site at www.sandiego.gov/water/ conservation and look for “rebates.” Thanks to the support from local community groups, City libraries and businesses, San Diegans can also enjoy free local events and get involved with the community and focus on all things water. All events are posted on the City’s web site under “Water Awareness Month” at www.wastenowater.org.
San Diego Choraleers Present Annual Concert
Enjoy a great music program! San Diego Choraleers present their annual concert, including selections from Guys and Dolls at 2:30 p.m. on Jun. 4 at Patrick Henry High School, 6702 Wandermere Dr, San Diego, 92120. $10 adults & $5 children. For tickets, call (619) 501-7298 or purchase at the door.
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