MARCH 31, 2017 both in a horizontal direction, like the beautiful coastline,” she added. As an artist and an active equestrian in dressage, Pelly said she couldn’t pass up the opportunity “to design for such a grand occasion.” “It is rare to see opportunities that merge the two disciplines,” she said. “The Breeders’ Cup is a very prestigious race and the energy that surrounds it is contagious.” “This one I thought was really special,” Bush said. “It’s something that just has a little bit of a different feel to it.” He said council members could weigh in on the final design, but Dave Druker cautioned against that. “This is an excellent project,” he said. “The only thing I would suggest is that we not have any control over how the artist paints it. We, as a City Council, should not determine what art is. “As long as it’s within public reason then I think we should support it,” he added. “The concept is for us not to opine on that. Let the artist determine what he/she believes is best for the city.” “I think what you’re
hearing is, make it really cool,” Mayor Terry Sinnott said. Although council members unanimously agreed to accept the donation, they directed staff to ensure the city would have complete control over the piece in the event that it needed repairs or had to be stored rather than displayed. City Manager Scott Huth said their concerns would be reflected in the agreement. “We don’t want to have to follow a bunch of rules from an artist on how it needs to be used,” he said. “We have to have complete control over it.” Bush said people can contribute to the cost but he is happy to fund the project if no one steps up. However, he said he has had some interest from a few residents. While a permanent location has yet to be decided, Seagrove Park was suggested as a possible site. “I’m very enthusiastic about this,” Councilwoman Sherryl Parks said. “I think it would be a very positive thing for us as part of our efforts for the Breeders’ Cup,” Sinnott added.
introduced and boat parade winners will be announced. A champagne brunch follows in the clubhouse. “It’s a neat way to start out sailing season,” Oceanside Yacht Club Commodore Adam Johnson said. All along the harbor there will be great views of the sailboat and motorboat parade, which will make two loops around the marina. Opening Day originated on the East Coast where the sailing season is limited
by weather. The tradition is practiced by most yacht clubs. Neighboring California yacht clubs select different weekends to hold their Opening Day, so boaters can attend regional ceremonies and show their support. Sunday’s events will take place rain or shine. Oceanside Yacht Club Opening Day takes place from noon to 4 p.m., April 2. The club is located at 1950 N. Harbor Dr. Boat check in time is 11 a.m.
research in Spain to later open the first Cesar in the bay area. The Cesar bar is one of the most well stocked in San Diego County, from exotic cocktails to traditional Spanish and other European wines. Mazzera is also the wine buyer. He looks for less production and more handcrafted wines. He’s big on Spanish Sherry and has a comprehensive list of the Spanish red wine Tempranillo Richard and Terumi Mazzera are passionate, happy owners doing their all to convey the spirit of Cesar. They’re the owners, they’re at the door to meet and greet. Welcome to the party! See more at cesartapas.com.
restaurants, a real plus for wine pairing. A VIP wine auction takes place during Vin Diego with proceeds to benefit the San Diego Italian Film Festival, and “It’s all about the Kids.” “This is the largest number of wines and restaurants we have ever had,” beamed Fraschetti. “Our wineries love it. They keep coming back. We don’t want to get bigger, we just get better.” Fraschetti is offering TASTE OF WINE readers a 20 percent discount off the General Admission price of $115 from 4 to 7 p.m., or the VIP early entry admission price of $150 from 3 to 7 p.m. Just visit vindiego.com, choose your price, and type in the promo code TASTEOFWINE (all one word) to receive $25 off the regular price.
It’s T ime to Vin Diego ! The fastest growing Southern California wine and food festival is Vin Diego, now in its fifth year and coming to Liberty Station in San Diego April 8. Produced by David Fraschetti, 75 award winning wineries, mostly California, and a few from Oregon and Washington, will be popping their corks with world-class wines and only wines. Top chefs will be serving delicious food samples from over 24
Wine Bytes Apollonia Bistro in the UTC Shopping Center San Diego will have a Pine Ridge five-course wine dinner April 4 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Cost is $65 per person. These are classic Napa Valley wines, paired with a chef-inspired entrée. Call (619) 823-3541 for your RSVP. A Simi Wine dinner is coming to CUSP Restaurant in La Jolla April 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. Chef Ingrid Funes has a four-
course dinner to match the wines from Sonoma. Tickets are $65. Reservations at (858) 551-3620. On April 6, Capri Blu in Rancho Bernardo’s 4S Ranch has a Toscana Wine Dinner at 6 p.m. Five delicious courses prepared by the head chef with top rated Italian wines including Brunello. Call (858) 673-5100 for an RSVP and pricing. La Costa Wine Company presents a Zaca Mesa five-course wine dinner April 8 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Cost is $75. A winery spokesman will be on site to tell the Zaca Mesa story. Chef Erin Sealy presides over the entrees. RSVP at (619) 823-3541. Meritage Wine Market in Encinitas presents the next educational seminar, A Diverse Pinot Noir Food & Wine Experience April 18 from 6 to 8 p.m., with “M.” Cost is $79. Seven distinct Pinots will be introduced, plus specialty cheeses and fine foods. Call (858) 442-2749 for your place at the event.
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horses that would be auctioned off. He also learned areas such as Rancho Santa Fe, La Jolla and adjacent Solana Beach, where he lives, were discussing the possibility of buying sculptures and permanently locating them in those cities. “I wanted Del Mar to get involved but the city and the (Del Mar Village Association) didn’t have the money,” he said. Sponsors select an artist from submitted design portfolios. Bush said he liked a piece by Cheryl Pelly from Thousand Oaks, Calif., just north of Los Angeles. Of her three possible designs, Bush selected “Gold Coast,” which features real silver and 24-karat gold composite leaf that, according to Pelly, represents the shimmering, golden-hued California coast at sunrise and sunset, with the silvery coolness of the ocean in silver and the warmth of the sun in gold.” “The opposing sides of the horses reflect opposites of each other with gold over silver, then silver over gold,
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judges as they pass. Boaters sometimes add a bit of whimsy and humor to the parade, by spelling out a fun message with alphabet signal flags, or wearing shorts in place of the expected slacks. Spectators are invited to join the festivities at the Oceanside Yacht Club. Chairs will be set up in the club parking lot for the ceremonies. Club officers will be
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Interfaith asks ‘spring cleaners’ to donate to charity REGION — With the official start of the spring season last week, Interfaith Community Services is asking the local community to consider giving the gently-used items they discover while clearing clutter from their homes to charity. Spring cleaning can be difficult — the thought of throwing away items that have sentimental value is hard for many. But an easy way to channel the emotions that may arise when cleaning out your closets is to think of donating to those in need. “Some of the most valuable donations we receive
aren’t necessarily dollars, but in-kind goods,” said Greg Anglea, executive director of Interfaith Community Services. “When a family has been homeless and is finally able to move into a new home, they may not have the furnishings needed to live comfortably. When community members donate household items they no longer need, they help us truly make our client’s new house a home.” Interfaith Community Services’ clients greatly benefit from donations of in-kind items. Typically, the items of the greatest need include living room, kitchen and bedroom furniture, cleaning
tools and supplies, bathroom items, kitchen hardware, and personal hygiene items. “When we first came to Interfaith’s Family Housing program, we didn’t have anything to our names other than our clothing and one mattress that my daughter and I shared,” said Carmen, who last year moved into one of Interfaith’s permanent housing apartments with her 10- year-old daughter Cristina. For more information about what items are needed most, contact Chelsea Buck, Director of Development, at cbuck@interfaithservices. org.
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point, I expect there is video and witnesses to the event and I think when it comes out to what started the event, it will be seen this was not an unexplained, spontaneous fight.” The gala, which ran from 5:30 to 11 p.m. included a happy hour and betting, a dinner and live auction and two hours of dancing, according to the website. The auction raised more than $54,000 for the Encinitas Educational Foundation, the school district’s fundraising arm. Lancon said that she
didn’t know either of the parents involved in the fight, but said their actions shouldn’t reflect negatively on the Capri community or the fundraiser itself. “I can’t say I am disappointed in their actions because what happened was a private matter between two adults away from my school,” Lancon said. “You wouldn’t say the fight reflected on the city of Encinitas poorly just because they were both from Encinitas, so no, it doesn’t reflect on the badly on the school. It has nothing to do with Capri.”
was hoping to accomplish two things with these continued protests: “One is making him realize that for as long as he remains in office that he needs to represent all of his constituents, and he seems like he’s been afraid to listen to the viewpoint of a number of his constituents if it differs from his own,” she said. “But he represents us as well as the others. “And I think the other thing is that he’s been pretty complacent, and I think he feels like he’s entitled, and owns his own seat, and I don’t think that’s the case. I think this is a big wake up call for him.”
With the investigation into Hunter underway, Resler said she could understand if the charges were an isolated event. “I can understand if Hunter’s wife, (who also serves as his campaign manager) or somebody pulled the campaign (credit) card by accident, but the number and the scope and the length of time…that’s not an accident. It’s either incredible incompetence or complete indifference. I don’t want either in my elected official.” Gregory A. Vega, a lawyer representing Hunter declined comment, citing the ongoing investigation.
element to them, said Manuel Gonzalez, last year’s District 12 president. “The La Colonia honor courtyard received an honorable mention because it took a look at an area that needed enhancement and took the opportunity to recognize veterans,” he said. “There was a nice collaboration with the VFW that made the project possible and donor tiles provided funding. That’s what made it stand out.” He said a committee made up of representatives from different cities score the submissions based on
the application statement, contribution to the CPRS and innovation and creative design in a variety of categories. “La Colonia Park, everybody knows, is a special place,” Solana Beach’s Parks and Recreation Department Director Kirk Wenger said. “This place (the courtyard) makes it even greater. “On a daily basis I’m able to see people enjoy it, especially the veterans who come and spend time there,” he added. “It’s a special park. It’s even better now.”
crowned beauty and pageant queens. The night also includes Miss Oceanside and Miss Teen Oceanside 2016 taking their final walks. As they do so, a slide show will display their community service and ambassadorship during the past year. The evening ends with crowning the new Miss
Oceanside and Miss Teen Oceanside, followed by hugs, flowers and tears of joy. The Miss Oceanside Scholarship Pageant takes place a 6 p.m. April 1 at the James Truax Performing Arts Center, El Camino High School, 400 Rancho Del Oro Drive, Oceanside. Tickets are available at the door.
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against Fuller. Paul Pfingst, an attorney who represents Fuller, said that his client regrets the entire incident, but that his client was provoked by repeated insults hurled at his wife by the alleged victim. Pfingst declined to elaborate on the insults, saying that he did not want any of them to be repeated. “He certainly regrets the entire incident, I mean, it is a school fundraiser,” Pfingst said. “But at this
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bune story. “We are glad to see the Office of Congressional Ethics voted unanimously for an investigation and will be closely following the FBI’s criminal investigation into Congressman Hunter,” Bookbinder’s statement concluded. Debbie Resler, a resident in Hunter’s district, said on Saturday that she’s been pretty much underwhelmed by his level of maturity and attitudes on a whole number of issues. As one of the rally participants, Resler said she
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working, resources and advocacy. Founded in 1946, the nonprofit organization provides resources, tools, advocacy and events that strengthen California’s public parks and recreation industry and professionals. The District 12 award program recognizes the outstanding achievements of agencies in San Diego and Imperial counties. The achievement award recognizes park projects that have a unique
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more than 40 years. This year’s pageant theme is a salute to military. It will be reflected in contestant dance performances and stage entertainment. Expected in the audience are city officials and San Diego County