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Volume 8
Issue # 6
December 2018
INSIDE THE ROAD FROM GUARDIANSHIP TO ADOPTION A Probate Guardianship is a court proceeding in which a legal guardian is appointed by the probate court to protect the person or estate of a minor. A Probate Guardianship suspends (but does not end, as in adop�on) parental legal rights. Page B1
WHAT’S BUZZING IN MENIFEE AROUND THE HOLIDAY SEASON?
Find Out More About These Popular Upcoming Events
This year in Menifee, there are plenty of holiday events and ac�vi�es for the whole family centered in providing unique and memorable opportuni�es for residents and visitors. Christmas Tree Ligh�ng Ceremony December 1st, 2018, Santa and
Mrs. Claus will occasion a Christmas tree ligh�ng event. This free event will take place at Mt. San Jacinto Menifee Campus from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM located at 28237 La Piedra Rd. Holiday family fun! This five hour celebra�on will feature Live holiday performance - Elves cra� workshop Live entertainment - Food & dessert vendors - Free photos with Santa - Kids zone $5 wristband. For more informa�on visit: cityofmenifee.us
unto us a child is born…” Five performances! Pe�ng zoo! Cookies! It’s free! Located at the LDS Church 29725 Bradley Rd., Menifee CA Menorah Ligh�ng December 3rd at 5:30 PM is the fes�val of lights located at The Countryside Marketplace, 30010-30472 Haun Rd, Menifee, at The Fire Pit area between The Breakfast Club and the Dog Haus. It is free so plan to a�end and celebrate this Hebrew event.
ERIKA TEJEDA FILLS ROLE AS PRINCIPAL OF HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL Erika Tejeda will now serve as Heritage High School’s new Principal a�er the resigna�on of Frank Arce who has served the role since 2015. He has now accepted a posi�on in the Chino Valley Unified School District. The decision was made during a mee�ng on October 17, 2018, where the Governing Board of the Perris Union High School District met. Tejeda was recommended by Superintendent Grant Benne�. Page A6
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HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS THAT CAN’T GO WRONG The Holiday Season is the most wonderful �me of the year, a �me for family, for home cooked meals and the joy of friendship. Page A2
Community Christmas Na�vity Saturday, December 1st. “For
LOCAL BUZZ
MENIFEE CITY COUNCIL APPROVES RESOLUTION TO INITIATE MUNICIPAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
ment. Since incorpora�on, the City of Menifee On October 18, 2018, a Special has contractMee�ng/Workshop was held ed with the to present the feasibility study that was conducted to show the Riverside feasibility of Menifee forming its Counown Police Department. The fea- ty sibility study showed that Menifee would be saving money. On November 7th, the Menifee Sheriff ’s Department for City Council unanimously voted Police Services, who have provided exemplary services under in favor to authorize the Menithe contract. However, due to fee City Manager to take ini�al the ongoing rising police costs steps to ini�ate the forma�on in the contract with the County of the Menifee Police Depart-
LOCAL BUZZ ROBBIE MOTTER HONORED BY THE MENIFEE CITY COUNCIL Page B5
CITY BUZZ
MENIFEE CITY COUNCIL IS MOVING CITY HALL Page B7
Sheriff ’s Department, the City has ventured into seeking other op�ons for police services. Page B7
HEALTH BUZZ HOW TO SURVIVE THE HOLIDAYS GUILT-FREE
It is that �me of the year again when we empty our wallets and loosen our belt loops. Where we are berated with all things sugar and carbs and are invited to par�es overflowing with booze.
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WINE COUNTRY TEMECULA VALLEY ANNUAL BARREL TASTING JANUARY 26 & 27, 2019 Page A7
TECH BUZZ SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE BY CREATING ROUTINES FOR ALEXA, AND GOOGLE ASSISTANT How to build shortcuts for your digital assistant. Page B4
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WHAT’S BUZZING IN MENIFEE AROUND THE HOLIDAY SEASON?
Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com idents will have an opportunity to welcome Christmas early with Santa's Breakfast Fest. A date with Santa in three sessions with dozens of ac�vi�es at Kay Ceniceros Senior Center, 29995 Evans Rd., Menifee. Book early, space is limited. The �ckets are $5.00. For more informa�on visit: cityofmenifee.us
CA. For more informa�on contact abundantlifemenifee.org This amazing �me of year brings us closer together as a family. Let this holiday season allow you the opportunity to interact with local residences and new community members. Consider crea�ng a schedule that will allow you to a�end most, if not all, of the above ac�vi�es and does not forget to treat yourself and your family away from home. Happy Holidays Menifee from all of us here at the Buzz.
Abundant Christmas Event Find Out More About These Popu- Saturday, December 15, 2018 lar Upcoming Events Community Christmas Celebra�on! Free food, games, cra�s, Breakfast with Santa face pain�ng, and raffles. LocatDecember 8th, 2018, Menifee res- ed at 31850 Haun Road Menifee,
HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS THAT CAN’T GO WRONG The Holiday Season is the most wonderful �me of the year, a �me for family, for home cooked meals and the joy of friendship. But some�mes Christmas can be a huge headache when you have to decide on gi�s for every special person in your life. Thankfully, there are quite a bit of ideas around Menifee that can't go wrong with either gender or rela�onship. Look Beau�ful for the holidays When in doubt, you can never go wrong with a looking good for your loved ones. We have a few coupons offered in our newspaper that expire at the end of December. So if any of these catch your eye, be sure to cut them out, as they can make great stocking stuffer gi�s for loved ones. Magic Brow Magic Brow is not a standard hair and beauty salon or spa. Honing in on specialized services has allowed Magic Brow to become an industry leader. Threading, facials, waxing, and micro-dermabrasion have become staple services that keep loyal customers coming back. Magic Brow loca�ons have seen a significant growth since its started in 2010 and are already a popular and well-regarded name in the beauty industry. We carry Dermalogica skin care products, Magic Brow eyebrow fillers, clear & �nted gels, and brow & lash rejuvenator. •
Perpetual Commitment To Our Services • 100% Customer Sa�sfac�on • Respect and Courtesy To Our Customers Visit Magic Brow: 30123 Antelope Rd Suite D, Menifee CA 92584 Paco’s Fresh Ku�s Barber Shop This Amazing Barber Shop provide services to people of all ages, from babies to seniors. They offer all classic Barber Shop services: Fades, Tapers, Mohawks, Fohawks, Flat Tops, Classic Combovers, Regular Haircuts, Designs, Hot Towel Shaves, Beard Trims, and Eye Brow Shape-Ups.
Come in and check them out at 26900 Newport Rd, Suite 113, Menifee, 92584, in the Newport Plaza (corner of Newport Rd. and Bradley Rd.). You won’t be disappointed. Fresh Cuts and sa�sfied customers is my Number 1 priority. Keller’s Jewelers Family owned business which prides itself on honesty, integrity and above all customer service. They have been providing excellent service quality jewelry to the Menifee Valley for over 53 years. Their commitment to our customers is to provide you with quality jewelry, repairs and customer service. They pride ourselves on offering excep�onal value and service with every purchase. They welcome your business and invite you to visit our store. Visit Keller’s Jewelers at: 26010 McCall Blvd Suite E, Menifee, CA Tickets to a Winery Event Temecula Valley Annual Barrel Tas�ng January 26 & 27, 2018 11:00am - 4:00pm. This once-a -year event offers �cket holders a self-guided taste and tour of Temecula Valley, Southern California's Wine Country! Enjoy unfinished barrel and tank wine samples, as well as finished and newly
released wines, at this once-a-year barrel tas�ng event. Wineries will perfectly pair delectable food samplings with their wines. Mulligan Family Fun Center If you're unsure about what to get someone for Christmas, why not try ge�ng a complete family gi� that everyone can use? Mulligan Family Fun Center has a great deal available for $14.99 that includes unlimited use of the center’s ac�vi�es. The all-day pass package is good for rock wall climbing, laser tag, go karts, mini golf, the Kiddie Korral and the rookie go kart ac�vi�es, but you have to purchase the package before December 24th at 4 p.m. to get the deal. So act fast. Visit Mulligan Family Fun Center at: 24950 Madison Avenue, Murrieta, CA If none of these feel right, you can always opt for a gi� card or gi� cer�ficate to the many amazing Food places here is town. Christmas in Mexico at Provecho Grill, the gi� of Ribeye at Texas Roadhouse, or the taste of Italy at New York Upper Crust Pizza. There are so many great choices to pick from. Have fun with it and happy shopping!
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Art
�es and we went to a Standard Brands in Gardena and got a starter set for oil pain�ng,” Mickie recalls, “I guess I got right into it, because I started pain�ng when my husband went to work and was s�ll in front of the canvas when he got home nearly 16 hours later!” It wasn’t long before Mickie found herself becoming more ac�ve in the local ar�s�c community. She joined the Gardena Valley Art Associa�on and began taking workshops from well-known ar�sts in the community like Michael Brennan, Linda Lee, and Violet Parkhurst. She eventually began doing her own oil pain�ng workshops and also taught oil pain�ng from her home studio.
MICKIE WARNER ACM ARTIST OF THE MONTH FOR DECEMBER 2018 By: Jim T. Gammill
Margaret “Mickie” Warner was born and raised in Wynona, Illinois. The family suffered a tragedy when Margaret was only three years old; her parents and brother were killed in an accident at a railroad crossing, which resulted in Margaret coming to be under the care of an aunt. It was while living with her aunt as a young child that Margaret first got introduced to the world of art. Her aunt loved to draw and Margaret s�ll remembers watching her with fascina�on as a young child. Margaret would also draw when they were together. She had an old chalk board on which she would constantly doodle and her favorite thing to draw was Mickey Mouse. It was from this childhood love of drawing Mickey that she came upon the nickname of Mickie, which she s�ll goes by to this day. Mickie’s professional career was unique to say the least, her first real job was as a Morse code operator for Union Pacific Railroad. It wasn’t long un�l Mickie found herself transi�oning into the aircra� industry where she worked for several years, mostly with the Northrop corpora�on. While in the industry she found herself doing everything from data processing to rive�ng gun mounts for the P-61 Black Widow. She eventually le� the avia�on industry to be a stay at home mom to her 2 daughters. Her husband reENJOY A NIGHT OF ENTERTAINMENT IN MENIFEE AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS
By Nicole Farrell
Canyon Cowboy Bar Restaurant 31504 Railroad Canyon Rd., #1, Canyon Lake, Ca • Sunday Funday Sunday • Monday, Football • Tuesday, Line Dancing • Wednesday, Open Mic • Thursday, Football • Friday and Saturday, Live Music • Saturday, October 27th, Halloween Party Call for details (951) 723-2201 Canyon Lakes Country Club 32001 Railroad Canyon Rd., Canyon Lake, Ca • Friday, Live Music Call for details (951) 246-1773 Carvers Bar & Grill 40365 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd., C-14, Murrieta, Ca • Friday & Saturday, Live Music, 9pm Call for details (951) 894-2700 Franklin's Cove Bar & Grill 40675 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd., Murrieta, Ca (951) 696-2211 • Monday, Open Mic • Tuesday, Karaoke with a live band • Thursday, regular Karaoke • Friday & Saturday, Live Bands French Valley Cafe 37552 Winchester Rd Murrieta, Ca 92563 • Monday, Karaoke with Leon “Big Lee” 6pm to 10pm • Friday, Live Entertainment • Saturday, Live Entertainment Call for details (951) 600-7396 Giovanni’s Italian Restaurant 26900 Newport Rd., Ste. 112, Menifee, Ca • Thursday through Saturday, Tom, the owner will sing for you • Sunday, Live Music, 4pm to 8pm Call for details (951) 672-8080 Pepes Mexican Restaurant Bar & Grill 31780 Railroad Canyon Rd., Canyon Lakes, Ca (951) 244-7373 • Friday and Saturday, Live Band • Sunday, Karaoke with Randy, 6pm to 10pm Pitstop Pub Sports Bar And Grill 26900 Newport Rd., Menifee, Ca (951) 679-0869 • Monday, DJ Spinning The Tunes, 8pm - 12 midnight • Tuesday, Karaoke, 8pm - 12 midnight • Wednesday, Karaoke with Laura, 8pm - 12 midnight • Thursday, Karaoke with Laura, 9pm - 1am • Friday, music, 9pm
mained in the industry and worked for Northrup for 38 years. The job was very demanding and some�mes required him to be away from home in excess of 16 hours per day. It was during this �me that he suggested that Mickie take up a hobby. “It was some�me in the seven• •
Saturday, Music un�l 1amm. Sunday, 6pm - Open Mic Jam
Ponderosa Bar And Grill 27126 Shadel Rd., Menifee, Ca (951) 679-7008 • Sunday, Karaoke 7pm - 11pm • Monday, Karaoke 7pm - 11pm • Tuesday, Music with Pam & Paul, 5pm to 8pm • Wednesday through Saturday, Karaoke 7pm to 11pm Call the Venue for details Provecho Grill 26862 Cherry Hills Blvd., Menifee, Ca Behind Stater Brothers • Thursday, Live Music 5pm to 8pm • Closed on Monday • Saturday and Sunday, Champagne Brunch, 9am to 1pm Call for details (961) 246-3200 Skybox Bar & Grill 30724 Benton Rd., Ste. C308, Winchester, Ca • Tuesday, Karaoke, 6pm to 10pm • Wednesday, Magic, 6pm to 8pm • Thursday, Friday & Saturday, DJ, 9pm to 12 midnight Call for details (951) 325-2299 The Tavern Grill 28039 Sco� Rd, Murrieta, Ca (951) 723-8004 • Tuesday, Live Entertainment, with Tom “The Guitar Guy” • Saturday, Karaoke, 9pm to 12 midnight Call for details (951) 723-8004 Whiskey Babes 33040 Simpson Rd., Winchester, Ca 92596. (951) 599-0506 • Tuesday, Karaoke with Randy, from 6pm to 10pm • Wednesday, Karaoke with Nicole, from 6pm to 10pm • Thursday, Karaoke with Randy, from 8pm to 10pm • Friday, call for details • Saturday, Halloween Party, Costume Contest Prizes. Call For Details (951) 599-0506 Wild West Arena & Saloon 32150 Grand Ave Winchester Ca 92596 • Sunday, Line Dancing, 1pm to 5pm • Friday, and Saturday, Live Bands Call for details (951) 325-2116 Nicole Farrell Entertainment/singer & Karaoke, music for all Email, call or text me for your special event: (760) 807-4300 Nicolefarrell123@Hotmail,com * Ambassador Menifee Valley Chamber Of Commerce * Menifee/Sun City Women's Club * Michelle's Place Breast Cancer Resource Center -survivor- Public Rela�on * Na�onal Associa�on Of Female Entrepreneur * Menifee Buzz Entertainment Reporter
“I was pre�y successful in Gardena too,” Mickie remembers, “between the years of 1970 and 1985 I sold about 500 paintings. Not for a ton of money, mind you, but I did pre�y well and the people were always happy because I made my work affordable.” Mickie moved to Menifee in 1985 and immediately started to become involved in the ar�s�c community. She joined the Sun City Art Guild and has been a long-�me member
of the Menifee Player’s Club, which has performed numerous plays over the past couple of decades. Her work has also been showcased in local galleries, she had long running displays in both the Sun City Court Center and the local branch of Providence Bank. She con�nues to work in oil paints, but has also expressed interest in broadening her ar�s�c horizons by taking up water color pain�ng. Mickie has made an incredible impact on the Menifee’s ar�s�c community over the past 33 years and has always drawn people in with her magne�c personality. Arts Council Menifee Trustee, Kathy Picke� had the following to say about the artist: “Mickie is the friendliest person I know and I don’t think that she has ever met a stranger! She is a very talented ar�st that succeeds in enjoying life to the fullest.” In her spare �me Mickie enjoys doing yoga and has been teaching classes for over 20 years in the Sun City Court Center. She currently teaches classes twice a week (Mondays and Fridays from 9am to 10 am) that are free for residents 55 years and older that reside in the Sun City Court community. Mickie has two daughters, four grandchildren, and five great grandchildren, most of whom s�ll reside in Southern California. In recogni�on of her ar�s�c achievements and in celebra�on of her community involvement, Arts Council Menifee is proud to name Mickie Warner as December’s Artist of the Month.
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THE STORY OF XOCHITL AND HUITZILAN
By Chef Rosie O’Connor
I don’t consider myself a hopeless roman�c. However, when in Oaxaca I heard a love story about the Marigold flower, also known as the Cempasuchil that captured my heart. During the week, hanging with the locals I realized they all knew the legend. They shared it with me proudly while we drank mezcal…lots of mezcal. The tale begins with two Aztec children Xochitl and Huitzlan who grew up playing on a mountain and bringing flowers to their Sun God, Tona�uh. The Sun God appreciated the gesture and would shower the children with his sun rays while they played. As they grew older, the two fell deeply in love and swore to love each other forever. When Huitzilin was old enough, he went off to war and Xochitl vowed to wait for him. Soon a�er news traveled that he had been killed in ba�le. Xochitl was devastated and begged the Sun God to reunited her and Huitzilin. Tona�uh, the Sun God saddened by her pain turned her into a beau�ful, radi-
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ant Marigold that shined like the sun with a strong floral fragrance. Soon a hummingbird appeared and it was the spirit of Huitzilin. They were once again reunited and lived happily ever a�er. Vianney Rodriguez from www. sweetlifebake.com and the author of La�n Twist makes a wonderful Marigold Infused Tequila in memory of her loved ones for Day of the Dead. I met Vianney the first �me I went to Oaxaca. She is the reason I started my blog www.chefrosie. com I can honestly say that mee�ng her changed my life. Gracias Vianney for sharing your recipe with us and inspiring me.
Dia De Los Muertos MARIGOLD INFUSED TEQUILA
Yield: makes 4 cups
Ingredients: 1 cup of organic marigold petals 2 cinnamon s�cks 4 cups tequila
Method: Combine ingredients and allow to infuse 4-7 days. Strain when ready to serve. For more recipes follow Rosie on www.chefrosie.com or on instagram @chefrosie or Facebook Chef Rosie O’Connor. Visit her restaurant Provecho Grill 26862 Cherry Hills Blvd. Menifee.
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FUN FACTS: 1. 2. 3. 4.
BLIZZARD, BREEZE, CHINOOK, CIRROCUMULUS, CIRROSTRATUS,CIRRUS, CLOUDY, COLD, CUMULONIMBUS, CUMULUS, CYCLONE,DOLDRUMS, DRIZZLE, DRY, FAIR, FOG, FREEZING, FROST, HAIL,HARMATTAN, HEATWAVE, HOT, HUMID, HURRICANE, LIGHTNING,MILD, MIST, MISTRAL, MONSOON, NIMBUS, OVERCAST,PRECIPITATION, RAIN, SHOWER, SIROCCO, SLEET, SLUSH,SNOW, STORM, STRATUS, SUNSHINE, THUNDER, TORNADO, TYPHOON, WIND, ZEPHYR.
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The Kangaroo Rat can last longer without water than a camel. If you keep a goldfish in the dark, it will eventually turn white Taphephobia is the fear of being buried alive! According to scien�fic studies, a rat's performance in a maze can be improved by playing music wri�en by Mozart. 'Vodka' is Russian for 'li�le water'. Jackie Chan’s mother was an opium smuggler and his father was a spy. Jimmy Hoffa's middle name is, appropriately, Riddle. Lindsay Lohan was approached to star in The Hangover, but she declined because the screenplay "had no poten�al". Mexican Jumping Beans jump because of moth larvae inside them. The three wealthiest families in the world have more assets than the combined wealth of the forty-eight poorest na�ons. Cats sleep for 70% of their lives. The world’s largest frog, the Goliath frog, can grow over 13 inches in length and can jump up to 10 feet in a single bound. When a giraffe's baby is born it falls from a height of six feet, normally without being hurt.
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Local INTERNATIONAL AUTO CRAFTERS EARNS OFFICIAL CERTIFICATION AND PRESTIGIOUS TOP AUTOMAKER RECOGNITION Interna�onal Auto Cra�ers has been officially Cer�fied by Assured Performance, a non-profit consumer advocacy organiza�on for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training and facili�es necessary to repair the par�cipating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer's specifica�ons. In achieving their Cer�fica�on, Interna�onal Auto Cra�ers is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient auto body repair network in the world. Adding to their creden�als, Interna�onal Auto Cra�ers is officially recognized by Assured Performance, FCA, Nissan, Hyundai, and Kia. To become Cer�fied and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Interna�onal Auto Cra�ers passed the rigorous Cer�fica�on process essen�al to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new genera�on of advanced vehicles. Less than 5 percent of body shops across the na�on are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially Cer�fied and recognized. The Cer�fied network is made up exclusively of best-in-class collision repair businesses that have met or exceeded the strict requirements of the Cer�fica�on program. According to Interna�onal Auto Cra�ers owner, Harry & Harvey Ryan, "We've worked hard to stay ahead of the curve in the collision repair industry. This official Cer�fica�on demonstrates that commitment to
Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com our customers. We take pride in our highly trained technicians who use the latest tools and equipment to deliver a top quality repair and the best customer service." The Cer�fica�on criteria are based upon auto manufacturer requirements. These are cri�cal to ensure the vehicle fit, finish, durability, value and safety following an accident. As new model vehicles are being introduced that use light weight high strength materials and advanced technology, a proper repair accord-
ing to manufacturer specifica�on is even more important than ever to ensure the passenger safety and proper performance of the vehicle. Auto manufacturers want to ensure that consumers have the op�on of Cer�fied Collision Repair wherever they live, work, or travel. "Consumers need the confidence and peace of mind to know their vehicle is being repaired by a shop that has what it takes to ensure the vehicle safety. Interna�onal Auto Cra�ers is officially a Collision Care Provider™," said Sco� Biggs, CEO of Assured Performance Collision Care™. "They represent the standard by which all other body shops are measured." About Assured Performance Collision Care™: Assured Performance Collision Care™ is a non-profit consumer advocacy organiza�on specializing in the automo�ve collision repair market segment. Assured Performance works with the top automakers to iden�fy, audit and promote collision repair providers that meet best-in-class business standards and the manufacturer's requirements. Consumers can go to: www.CollisionCare.org or www. autobodylocator.com to find a list of Collision Repair Providers.
ERIKA TEJEDA FILLS ROLE AS PRINCIPAL OF HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL
By Gabriella Venturo
Erika Tejeda will now serve as Heritage High School’s new Principal a�er the resigna�on of Frank Arce who has served the role since 2015. He has now accepted a posi�on in the Chino Valley Unified School District. The decision was made during a mee�ng on October 17, 2018, where the Governing Board of the Perris Union High School District met. Tejeda was recommended by Superintendent Grant Benne�.
In her address to the Board a�er the decision was announced, Tejeda said: “I am very humbled and grateful for the opportunity of being the Principal of HHS. I am excited and look forward to con�nuing to serve the Heritage High School students, staff, and community as we con�nue to grow and foster rela�onships”. Tejeda has been extremely involved within the District as she herself is a graduate of Perris High School, worked at Perris Elementary and has been a teacher at Heritage from the opening of the High School. Her background includes
a Master’s in Educa�on, a single subject creden�al and a Bachelor’s in Spanish with an emphasis in linguis�cs from California State University, San Bernardino. Benne� made a quality recommenda�on as Tejeda’s experience shines through. Tejeda has been an Assistant Principal for PUHSD since 2014, serving at Perris High School, Pinacate Middle School, and most recently at Heritage High School. She has worked closely with various community agencies, the DA, and local law enforcement to support student a�endance. She has developed and implemented professional development
for school-wide safety prac�ces, PBIS Strategies, and AVID WICOR Strategies. It is a journalis�c code to not talk with bias but as a previous student of Tejeda’s I feel it is necessary. The culture she shares with students is one that is unforge�able. She connects with students and makes them mo�vated to learn. She was a great teacher, I can’t imagine the impact she will have as Principal. For more Local News visit us at: www.menifeebuzz.com
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WINE COUNTRY SPOTLIGHT TEMECULA VALLEY ANNUAL BARREL TASTING JANUARY 26 & 27, 2019 11:00AM - 4:00PM TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
This once-a -year event offers �cket holders a self-guided taste and tour of Temecula Valley, Southern California's Wine Country! Enjoy unfinished barrel and tank wine samples, as well as finished
and newly released wines, at this once-a-year barrel tas�ng event. Wineries will perfectly pair delectable food samplings with their wines. Choose a single-day �cket to experience visits at up to 18 wineries or double your fun with a two-day �cket and enjoy up to 36 wineries! Your �cket includes a one-�me visit at each winery and wine and food samplings.
You choose which wineries to visit at your own leisurely pace between the hours of 11:00am 4:00pm on each event date. For a list of wineries and their par�cipa�on day, please visit temeculawines.org for more details. Order your �ckets early and in advance! Ticket prices will be higher if purchased the day of the event.
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STUDENTS OF THE MONTH The Perris and Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce kicked off the 20182019. The students are nominated by their teachers and staff at their respec�ve school sites and are chosen for their character, integrity, love of learning, ability to persevere and overcome challenging circumstances, community service, and how they make a difference on their high school campus. October’s students and their families attended a breakfast sponsored by the Perris and Menifee Chambers of Commerce along with local businesses and organizations. Principals and Teachers from each High Schools shared stories about the students and they each received certificates of recognition, numerous gifts, congratulations and encouragement from Local, County, State and Federal Dignitaries. Chelsea Kenvisay, is Paloma Valley High School’s Student of the Month. She is one of Paloma’s top 20 students. She is involved in Pep Squad, AVID, and the Project Lead the Way Biomedical Science program. However, her journey getting to this point has not been without its struggles. At the age of 11, Chelsea was diagnosed with anxiety disorder. At that time, she admitted she didn’t know or understand what that meant. She thought she was too weak to handle life’s challenges. But in time, she learned to use it to her advantage. “I let it be the thing that pushes me to be the best; I let it be my strength”, she said. Now six years later, she is one of Paloma’s top students and is looking forward to life after high school. She’s not sure which college she will be going to. However, she does plan on furthering her education to attend medical school and become a doctor.
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Pictured are October’s Students of the Month; Sally Myers, Founder; Ben Diederich, Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce; Tim Moore, Perris Valley Chamber of Commerce and local VFW Post 888; Madison Feaster, Heritage High School; Cecilia Mandujano, Perris High School; Cassandra Magana, Perris Lake High School; Chelsea Kenvisay, Paloma Valley High School; Grant Bennett, Superintendent, Perris Union High School District; Mayor Michael Vargas, City of Perris; and, Councilman Greg August, City of Menifee.
Madison Feaster is September’s Student of the Month at Heritage High School. She is a member of the Na�onal Honors Society, CSF, and is a part of Link Crew. She is also the current FFA President. This is where she has had the most impact in her high school career. While being ac�ve for only the last two years, she has not only worked her way up to president but is currently one of 12 students in the United States compe�ng for a na�onal �tle in science projects. The �tle of her project is “The Effects of Interac�on with Farm Animals on Human Stress Levels”. Madison’s dedica�on to her academics and passion for serving others is evidently seen by those around her. “She is a true role model to the Heritage students”, according to Principal Erika Tejeda. Madison plans to a�end Oklahoma State and major in Zoology. She would like to work in animal rehabilita�on or become a zoo keeper.
However, through the caring staff at Perris Lake, she began to realize the only thing holding her back was her own a�tude. A�er making a significant paradigm shi�, not only has Cassandra excelled in her academics, but she will be able to return to her comprehensive high school and obtain her diploma. This experience has mo�vated her to reach out to other students and help them as well. Cassandra plans to further her educa�on to become a nurse. Cecilia Mandujano is Perris High School’s Student of the Month. As an english language learner, Cecilia has learned that through hard work and determination, you can overcome anything. She is now taking AP courses and is heavily involved in FFA. In fact, her childhood curiosity with animals influenced her to join FFA. She has held multiple positions including Chapter Vice President, Riverside Section President, and is
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All of these students demonstrated a desire to work hard and have a drive to exceed others and their own expecta�ons. The Perris Valley Chamber and the Menifee Valley Chamber wish them the best in their endeavors. If you wish to learn more about the Student of the Month Program, please contact Founder, Sally Myers at (951) 506-8024.
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By Jennifer Sinclair
It’s the holiday season and for many it is also the season to add some extra pounds. While there are absolutely more tempta�ons this �me of the year, that doesn’t mean we have to cave in and allow ourselves to go crazy. Here are a few �ps to keep you on track during the holidays. 1. Don’t deprive yourself – This may possibly be the worst thing you can do. When we tell ourselves that we can’t have something, our brains automa�cally want to rebel. While you may be able to abstain for a li�le while, chances are that you will eventually cave in. When we cave we tend to eat more than if we just allowed ourselves to have a small treat in the first place. 2. Plan – Having a plan is always
more o�en as we try and find a quick solu�on. Feeling hungry? Drink a large glass of water and then re-evaluate whether you s�ll need that extra snack. 4. Know your why – When we are out and about and tempta�on strikes, we need to remember why we are doing this in the first place. Whether you are trying to lose weight/stay healthy because you already have health concerns or if you are trying to set new health the chin, along the jawline.
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1. Apply a ma�e base color all over eyelids. 2. Add a pink ma�e above lashlines, and blend upward just past eye creases. 3. Line outer half of upper lashlines and en�re lower lashlines with black eyeliner. 4. Blend a dark plum shimmer color over the eyeliner. 5. Add a golden mauve shimmer to the inner corners of eyes. 6. Finish with a copper blush and an almost nude semi-ma�e lips�ck. Flowery shades in winter? For eyes, that’s a big yes! It’s all about how you layer floral-inspired shades and textures, just like you would with your ou�it. This seasons shades are a twist on typical pink. Pink has been a big deal lately, used in innova�ve ways. These are more mauve. You can go to lunch wearing two ma�e shades, then add a shimmery shade for dinner, just like you’d add sparkly earrings to an ou�it. You would think that when wearing these shades that you should s�ck with a berry lips�ck, but you don’t have to. Go for a nude gloss look, and keep eyes ma�e to mix
examples for your children or if you simply don’t want to arrive at the New Year with the same weight loss resolu�ons, remember that on those moments. If we don’t have a strong reason as to why we are doing something, chances are we won’t be successful. The holidays should be a �me of gathering, connec�on, fun and enjoyment but not at the risk of your health. Somewhere over the years we have come to believe that gaining weight and “falling off the wagon” is normal and acceptable behavior during these seasons. This year, try something different and start 2019 feeling more energized and healthy. If you need addi�onal support or would like to kickstart your weight loss journey, you can find more informa�on at www.UntedFitnessCenters.com Jennifer Sinclair 562-447-0133
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textures. You can even wear red lips�ck, but if you do a darker lip, keep cheeks neutral. Finish eyes with black mascara and eyeliner to help ground your eye look. It’s not about looking like a flower, but about ge�ng a fresh new outlook for the New Year. Sandie Fuenty, Ind. Advanced Color and Skin Care Consultant with Mary Kay, has been with the company for over 27 years. She offers complimentary consulta�ons. She is an Ambassador for the Mary Kay Founda�on, researching cures for women’s cancer and bringing awareness to domes�c violence. She can be reached at: (714) 981-7013 sandiesldy@aol.com www.marykay.com/sfuenty
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THE ROAD FROM GUARDIANSHIP TO ADOPTION
for more than two years. Despite the legal aspects of the process, adop�on has to be focused on the needs of the child rather than the needs and desires of the adults involved. If you have guardianship of a minor that has been in place for more than two years an you desire to adopt you should consult a local a�orney. In closing, every child deserves a loving and suppor�ve home and thank you to everyone that provides such.
By Jeremiah Raxter
A Probate Guardianship is a court proceeding in which a legal guardian is appointed by the probate court to protect the person or estate of a minor. A Probate Guardianship suspends (but does not end, as in adop�on) parental legal rights. Probate Guardianship is granted by the court if the court finds that it is “necessary or convenient”. Legally speaking, adop�on is defined as the transfer of the parental rights of a child. Once an adop�on is finalized, the adop�ve parents are legally (and otherwise) the parents in every sense of the word. Once a probate guardianship has been established for at least two years, the Probate Code authorizes the termina�on of parental rights if certain criteria are met. Probate Guardianship has long been an alterna�ve to child protec�ve services interven�on for children whose parents are unavailable or unable to care for their children, or who fail to provide adequately for their children’s essen�al needs. The California Probate Code 1516.5 is the basis of termina�ng parental rights and to convert a guardianship into a adop�on. Under the Probate Code the overarching element that a guardian must prove to terminate parental rights is that the adop�on would be in the best interest of the child. This is a less stringent standard than is typically required under the family code. Due to this less stringent standard it has been subject to cons�tu�onal challenges. In March 2009, the California Supreme Court resolved two cases challenging the cons�tu�onality of the 2003-enact-
5 MISTAKES TO AVOID WHEN PLANNING FOR RETIREMENT The most important goal for many of my clients is to re�re on their terms – which often means planning a long, secure re�rement that enables them to check off items on their ul�mate bucket list. Re�rement requires careful planning in addi�on to avoiding financial missteps along the way. Here are five common mistakes and strategies to avoid them. Pushing re�rement planning into the future. Preparing for re�rement can be overwhelming, so it’s easy to think, “I’ll tackle it next year.” Simply put, the earlier you start focusing on re�rement, the earlier you can prepare a plan that accounts for your goals and concerns. And, focusing on saving today gives your investments the opportunity to snowball in value through the power of compound interest.
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ed parental rights termina�on scheme in Probate Code sec�on 1516.5, subdivision (a)(2) which permits termina�on when a child has been in the physical custody of a guardian for two years. If you have current guardianship over a minor there are numerous factors to consider when deciding whether to seek adop�on of the minor. As you
can imagine adop�on is very emo�onally charged for all involved and if it is necessary to terminate parental rights in order to proceed with the adop�on this can and will cause even more stress. The Courts and California Legislature has made it easier to seek adop�on a�er a guardianship has been in place
amount of your deduc�bles, copays and out-of-pocket maximums. Ignoring the impact of taxes. Predic�ng your tax bill in re�rement can be complicated, but it’s worth the effort. Re�rement income for many re�rees comes from a variety of taxable and non-taxable sources. Your tax rate will be based only on your taxable income, so it’s important to know and manage the tax treatment of your re�rement paycheck. When you turn age 70 ½, you are required to take a minimum distribu�on from your tradi�onal IRA. This money is generally taxable. If you don’t need the money and want to avoid the resul�ng tax bill, consider transferring your distribu�on (up to $100,000) directly from your IRA to a qualified charitable organiza�on. A tax professional can help you determine the strategy that’s right for your situa�on.
assets transfer smoothly to the - To contact him, please call 951next genera�on. 679-2222, 29826 Haun Rd #206, Menifee, CA 92586. h�p://www. Time is on your side when you start ameripriseadvisors.com/jerepreparing early. Tackling one step my.i.taylor/profile/ at a �me is a great way to make progress on your re�rement plan and Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. avoid poten�ally costly missteps. If and its affiliates do not offer tax or you want a second opinion, engage legal advice. Consumers should cona financial advisor who can review sult with their tax advisor or a�orney your situa�on in detail. regarding their specific situa�on. Investment advisory products and Jeremy Taylor is a Financial Advi- services are made available through sor with Taylor, Taylor & Associ- Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., ates a financial advisory prac�ce a registered investment adviser. of Ameriprise Financial Services, Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Inc. in Menifee, CA. He specializes Member FINRA and SIPC. in fee-based financial planning and © 2018 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. asset management strategies and All rights reserved. has been in prac�ce for 13 years File # 2248827
Using your 401(k) savings for other expenses. Before you tap your re�rement savings early, think through the consequences. IRS rules allow investors to withdraw 401(k) savings for qualified expenses (non-qualified items trigger a 10 percent penalty). But just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. Removing money from an income-bearing account reduces the long-term growth poten�al you Underes�ma�ng the cost of health can earn through con�nued saving care. Medical costs are rising, with and compound interest. no clear end in sight. Your best defense is to figure out what pro- Downplaying the importance of estec�on and sources of income you tate planning. A well-rounded recould apply toward poten�al med- �rement plan includes documentical expenses. Common vehicles ing your wishes for how you want include Medicare and supplemen- your affairs handled if you become tal insurance premiums, long-term incapacitated or when you pass care policies, con�nuing health away. Crea�ng (or upda�ng) your insurance through an employer estate plan enables you to help and health savings accounts. Know minimize any estate or inheritance which policies cover various ex- tax for your beneficiaries and add in penses, and stay familiar with the other specifica�ons that help your
Jeremiah Raxter, Esq RAXTER LAW A�orney at Law 27851 Bradley Rd, Suite 145 Menifee, Ca 92586 951-226-5294 www.raxterlaw.com
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UPCOMING EVENTS Christmas Tree Ligh�ng Saturday, December 1, 2018 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Loca�on: Mt. San Jacinto Menifee Campus 28237 La Piedra Road Menifee, CA 92584 Holiday family fun! - Live holiday performance - Elves cra� workshop - Live entertainment - Food & dessert vendors - Free photos with Santa - Kids zone $5 wristband - Event/Vendor info contact Menifee Community Services Department at (951)723-3880 Ribbon Cu�ng – Grace Family Health Care December 3, 2018 at 8:00am9:00am Heaven Sent Flower Shop Loca�on: 29826 Haun Rd Suite 209, Menifee, CA 92586 Come show your support to our new chamber members Wake Up Menifee December 6, 2018 at 8:00am9:00am Heaven Sent Flower Shop Loca�on: 29800 Bradley Rd #
114, Menifee, CA 92586 Come join us for a cup of coffee & wants new in menifee Guest Speaker: George Mills , 1st Vice Chair of Menifee Chamber of Commerce Business Social – Jingle Mingle – Bo�le Auc�on December 12, 2018 at 5:30 PM -7:00 PM Archibalds 28881 Newport Rd, Menifee, CA 92584 Don't forget to bring a WRAPPED Bo�le of "Something" to auc�on off in our Annual Bo�le Auc�on. We are reques�ng that it is at least a $10.00 Value for those who are wishing to par�cipate. Ambassador Mee�ng Dec 19, 2018 at 9:00AM Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce 29737 New Hub Dr. #102 Menifee, CA 92586 Christmas & New Year Holiday The Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce will be closed on December 24,2018- Jan 2, 2019
2018—2019 Board of Directors Vicki Carpenter: Coldwell Banker - Chair Georg Mills: A Be�er Look Home Inspec�on - 1st Vice Chair Ben Diederich: Law Offices of Ben Diederich - 2nd Vice Chair Karla Gonzalez: SBDC - Secretary Larry Luna: South Pacific Financial Corpora�on Treasurer Karen Nolan: LCL Realty & Property Management Past Chair Yanik Gozlan: Menifee Buzz - Director
Darci Cas�llejos: French Valley Café Director Paul Everson: Hitzeman & Evenson APC - Director Gary Gilleon: RE/Max Realty - Director Noel Cajudo: Caring Transi�ons of Menifee Director Carrie Tate-Myer: Mt. San Jacinto College Director Derek Phillips: Grand Canyon University - Director Jessie Simms: netVolu�ons - Director Denise Moore: AFLAC - Director
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BARONS MARKET MENIFEE SET TO OPEN SPRING 2019
Barons Market, a family-owned grocery store with loca�ons across Southern California, announces its eighth loca�on in Menifee at 29787 Antelope Road. Menifee residents will now have access to a selec�on of organic, natural and specialty products at the newest Barons Market loca�on in the Menifee Lakes Plaza shopping center.
iconic Barons Market elements, such as: • Olive oil and vinegar bar – the only grocery store chain in California with this feature • Hot soup bar featuring 10 wells • Fresh salad and an�pasto bars • Collabora�on with local farms to bring customers the best quality and freshest produce • Organic, natural and specialty food at 20-25 percent less than tradi�onal supermarkets The best local cra� beer selec�on in San Diego and Southwest Riverside For each new loca�on, Barons Market partners with interior designer Julie Dugas
“The residents of Menifee have long requested a neighborhood grocery store to fit their ac�ve, family-focused and �ghtknit community,” says Barons Market Vice President of Marke�ng Rachel Shemirani. “As more residents move into one of the fastest growing communi�es in Southern California, we want them to know they are supported at the founda�onal level – with nutri�ous op�ons just around the corner.” Barons Market Menifee neighbors exis�ng loca�ons in Temecula, Wildomar and Murrieta, serving as the market’s most northern store. The new loca�on will feature
of Studio H2G to transform the space into a contemporary grocery store experience. The approximately 18,000-square-foot loca�on in Menifee will incorporate a oneof-a-kind design that reflects the neighborhood’s personality and focus on family. Dugas has designed all seven exis�ng Barons Market stores, ensuring that each one complements its new community. The new Barons Market loca�on will bring approximately 50 jobs to the region. The store will host a job fair approximately eight weeks prior to the opening, which is set for spring 2019.
Family-owned grocery store to expand to its eighth loca�on in spring 2019
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Biz Buzz CONSIDER SOME NEW YEAR’S FINANCIAL RESOLUTIONS As the year winds down, you may want to look ahead to see which areas of your life you can improve in 2019. Perhaps you’ll decide to exercise more, eat healthier foods, reconnect with old friends or volunteer at a school or charitable organiza�on. All these goals are certainly worthwhile – but you also may want to add some New Year’s financial resolu�ons to your list.
2019, you can put in up to $6,000 in a traditional or Roth IRA (up from $5,500 in 2018), or $7,000 (up from $6,500) if you’re 50 or older. (Income restrictions apply to Roth IRAs.) Contributions to a traditional IRA may be tax-deductible, depending on your income, and any earnings growth is tax-deferred. Roth IRA contributions are not deductible, but earnings growth can be withdrawn tax-free, provided you don’t start taking withdrawals until you are 59 ½ and you’ve had your account at least five years. You can put most types of investments – stocks, bonds, mutual funds, government securities and so on – into an IRA, so it can expand your options beyond those offered in your 401(k) or similar plan. Build an emergency fund. Try to build an emergency fund containing three to six months’ worth of living expenses, with the money held in a lowrisk, liquid account.
This fund can help you avoid dipping in to your long-term investments to pay for unexpected costs, such as a major car repair. Control your debts. Do what you can to keep your debts under control. Ul�mately, the less you have to spend on debt payments, the more you can invest for your future.
the end of 2018. But just because the holidays are upon us does not mean I can take my focus off of my By Brian Walker business. In fact, I need to spotlight Sliding into the end of the year work because so many others are with a turkey leg in one hand and not focused on buying my product presents in the other, I’m ready for at the moment.
Long holiday weekends, out of state trips and distrac�ons can limit the ability to communicate with our clients. This can cause a delay in sales and limit your earning poten�al for the final months of the year. Are you close to your goals and on target based on the monthly average from the past? These next 2 months could be different and certainly not average. Buckle up and se�le in to fight all the way un�l the end and the Times Square ball drops. Think past 2018 and make a plan based on where you want to start 2019. Is a New Year Resolu�on going to really help or do you want to start off on top? Do you want to slow up now to turn things around
Here are a few ideas to consider: Boost contribu�ons to your employer-sponsored re�rement plan. Good news! Contribu�on limits will be increasing for many employer-sponsored re�rement plans. For 2019, you can contribute up to $19,000 (up from $18,500 in 2018), or $25,000 (up from $24,500 in 2018) if you’re 50 or older to your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan. It’s usually a good idea to contribute as much as you can afford to your employer’s plan, as your contributions may lower your taxable income, while any earnings growth is tax-deferred. (Keep in mind that taxes are due upon withdrawal, and withdrawals prior to age 59 ½ may be subject to a 10% IRS penalty.) At a minimum, put in enough to earn your employer’s matching contribu�on, if one is offered. Try to “max out” on your IRA. Even if you have a 401(k) or similar plan, you can probably still invest in an IRA. For
HOLIDAY SLUMP OR BUSTER?
Don’t overreact to financial market vola�lity. In 2018 – especially the last few months of the year – we saw considerable market vola�lity, with huge drops and big gains in rapid succession. What will 2019 bring? It’s always difficult – and usually fu�le – trying to forecast the market’s performance over the course of an en�re year. But, in any case, try not to overreact to whatever ups and downs we may experience. Instead, con�nue pursuing an investment strategy that’s appropriate for your goals, risk tolerance and �me horizon. Following these sugges�ons can help you become a be�er investor in 2019 – and beyond. This ar�cle was wri�en by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
a�er the calendar rolls? Con�nue the march forward, set the plans in stone and see them through to the end. Don’t be distracted by the music, lights or figh�ng in Box Store lines, focus on your business. Just don’t forget to add your family to your goals and that might mean ea�ng turkey �ll you are stuffed and maxing out your credit cards. Brian Walker Rilynn Company Insurance Services Home and Auto Insurance 951-934-0630 CA License 0D76384
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Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com Hello, my name is Yanik Gozlan from Local IT Repair and I write “Tech Talk”. My goal is to give tips and information on the latest gadgets or common issues you may have with your technology. I have been helping people solve their technology problems since 2002. With multiple certifications and over 20 years of experience in this industry, I will try to educate and share common interests that most of the surrounding areas are talking about.
SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE BY CREATING ROUTINES FOR ALEXA, AND GOOGLE ASSISTANT
How to build shortcuts for your digital assistant. Running on smart speakers and popping up on our smartphones, digital assistants like Amazon's Alexa, and Google Assistant are becoming regular parts of our lives. As with a lot of the tech we use each day, we can tweak these AI helpers to make them work more efficiently. Specifically, we're talking about rou�nes, also called shortcuts, which bundle a group of ac�ons into a single voice command. For instance, you could set a rou�ne up so that, when you say "Alexa, good morning," your lights would turn on and that morning-mo�va�on playlist would start blaring from the speakers. The real beauty of rou�nes lies in the way you can customize them to suit your own needs and schedule. In this guide, we'll show you how to start building your own shortcuts for Alexa, and Google Assistant. Amazon Alexa In order to create rou�nes with Amazon's digital assistant, you first need to download the free Alexa app (for Android and iOS) and log in with your Amazon creden�als. That's all you really need, but if you own an Alexa-powered device, you might as well connect that too: Rou�nes currently work with the Amazon Echo, Echo Plus, Echo Dot, and Echo Show.
To get started, fire up the app, tap the menu bu�on in the top-le� corner, and pick Rou�nes. As an introduc�on, the app will gives you some samples to check out. For instance, select "Alexa, start my day" to see a rou�ne that involves hearing the latest news, weather, and traffic informa�on. If that suits you, enable the rou�ne with the toggle switch at the top. You can also tweak the sample: Remove items by hi�ng the cross bu�on on the right and change the order of events by tapping and dragging the double-line bu�on on the le�. When you've go�en the hang of working with these examples, you can begin building your own rou�ne by hi�ng the plus icon on the top right. Next, tap When this happens—this is where you specify the trigger that will launch the rou�ne. To use your words, pick Voice, but you can also make a rou�ne kick in under other condi�ons: It can automa�cally run at a set �me (select Schedule), when you push an Echo Bu�on (opt for Echo Bu�on), or when something happens to a different smart device (choose Device). Once the trigger is in place, choose Add ac�on to decide what Alexa should do in response. You can pick ac�ons from categories such as messaging, calendar, music, news, and smart home (control of your other smart home devices). Add as many ac�vi�es as you'd like, and when you're finished, tap Create. Now you can enjoy playing with your rou�ne in the real
world. If it doesn't work the way you'd like, you can edit or delete it from your phone—you'll find this op�on in the Rou�nes entry of the Alexa app's menu. The more you toy around with these shortcuts, the more you'll appreciate all the different ways they can make your life easier. Or just have fun—have "Alexa, let's party" dim the lights and launch a playlist of your favorite dance music. Google Assistant With Google Assistant, rou�nes work much the same way as they do for Alexa. You control everything through the free Google Assistant app (for Android and iOS). Again, you can op�onally connect up a smart device, in this case from the Google Home family. Once you've opened the app and logged into your account, hit More > Se�ngs > Assistant to finally get to Rou�nes. Go ahead and explore the provided samples, such as Good morning and Bed�me. Tap on any of these to see the ac�ons it includes. To make changes, un�ck a par�cular ac�on, which will exclude it from the rou�ne. When you're ready to build your own rou�ne, tap the plus icon on the bo�om right. First, pick Add commands to specify the voice cue that will launch the ac�ons. You can also select Set a �me and day if you want the rou�ne to run on a �mer. Next up, select a few responses by hi�ng Add ac�on. You can choose from popular ac�vi�es, such as reading the weather or
turning off smart lights. Alterna�vely, you might type out the voice command—like "set volume to 50 percent"—associated with the ac�on you want. When you select certain ac�ons, you'll have to tap the cog icon to include addi�onal informa�on; if you want to send a text, for instance, you need to specify a phone number and a message. On top of these responses, you can tap Add media if you want Google Assistant to start playing music, podcasts, the radio, news, an audio book, or even sleep sounds (handy for those bed�me rou�nes). Again, hit the cog icon next to any op�on to configure it further, such as specifying the music you want to hear. Once you're happy with your rou�ne, tap the �ck icon in the top-right corner to save it and add it to your list. You can s�ll go back and edit or delete rou�nes—just head to the Google Assistant se�ngs and select the Rou�nes entry. To delete a rou�ne you've
made, pick it from the list and then tap the trash can icon on the top right. I hope this helps you with your Rou�nes we can use in the new years to keep you more organized and informed. For any ques�ons for help se�ng this up for your home give us a call. Contact us at: LocalIT Repair Phone: 951.643.7663. Email info@LocalITrepair.com.
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Local MIRJANA ANASTASIJEVIC, A PASSIONATE MUSICIAN WITH MANY AWARDS
By Robbie Mo�er
Mirjana was born in Serbia and migrated to Vienna, Austria. She comes from a musical family. Her mother was a famous music teacher and her father was an important composer and developed ethnic jazz in Serbia. Her two brothers and sister are professional pianists and piano teachers. Between the ages of six and ten, she was always wri�ng melodies. She had no idea her future would be a composer. At eighteen, she wrote songs for children, children's choirs and children's fes�vals and won the best song interpreta�on. At 21, she graduated from University and became professor in piano. She was invited to be Ar�st Director of Gypsy Children's Fes�val and won the major prize in music and produc�on for Gypsy Children. She studied at University of Music and Performing Arts Graz, in Austria. She started her study of composi�on and learn more about music under the direc�on of very famous professors. She did many solo projects and studio work as well. Her career started going up. She did more concerts, taught piano, wrote music and sang. In one week she had over 100 students. She was invited to play in France and Germany. She was living in a small town in Austria and realized it was �me for her to move to a bigger city. In 2015 she moved to Spain, but decided the Canary Islands, where she now lives, where beau�ful beaches are everywhere and the warm weather would inspire her to write more music and songs on an ecological level. She developed many pro-
jects directed to a green planet. She a�ended the University of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and learned film projec�on and wrote music for films. Many movie producers go to Tenerife University to develop scores for movies. She was selected one of the best five to write a score for the movie “The Ghost of Tacande”. It won best Music Award in Bali, the best original music score for the Royal Wolf Film Award in Los Angeles and has sixty-three current interna�onal nomina�ons in France, Italy and Indonesia. Her first trip to the United States was on November 10th, 2018, at the “Wind Interna�onal Film Fes�val”, where she won the Woman Oscar Award for best musical score in Hollywood. On December 10th, she will perform at the GFWC Menifee/Sun City Woman's Club Luncheon, and at the NAFE Christmas party at a Temecula Winery along with Jerome Robinson, Second Genera�on Pla�er and Joel Reese. Hopefully, we will have some members of the Temecula Valley Symphony Chorus. She offered to do a concert for GFWC Menifee/Sun City to raise funds for some of our projects. She is very excited to be on the Pink Lady's television show. She was introduced to the Musical Conductor of the Temecula Valley Symphony and is the Conductor of the Palm Springs Symphony, as well. On December 12th, she will win another award at the Golden Film Fes�val in Hollywood. Her passion is music and she wants to do more with theater and film and work as a producer doing research and learning how to transfer sounds. She is going back to the Canary Islands on December 14th and invited many of us to come and visit her there. Who knows where it will all lead. It's so much fun to see things happening. Amazing people visit Menifee and Mirjana Anastasijevic is one of them. Her story had to be told.
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ROBBIE MOTTER HONORED BY THE MENIFEE CITY COUNCIL
filiate networks in Southern California and she personally runs five of them herself. She is also one of our monthly staff writer for the Menifee Buzz NewspaRobbie Mo�er a long�me res- per, a published author and has ident and volunteer was hon- hosts “Diva Strategies for Sucored by the cess” on blog Menifee City talk radio. Council, NoTwo of her vember 7th, most recent 2018, as an awards won outstanding were from ci�zen. the Mul�cultural Mo�on For over 19 Picture Asyears Robbie socia�on for has served her commuas the NAFE nity service. Western & Mid Atlan�c Regional CoShe recently organordinator and last ized Extravaganza year became the 4, an evening of Nafe Global Coordientertainment that nator where she gets to inter- raised money for the Woman’s act with Nafe members all over Club and the Boys & Girls Club the country. Nafe is the largest of Menifee Valley. business women’s organiza�on in the United States. We are so proud of you Robbie! Keep Buzz’n, you are a Robbie has built fi�een NAFE af- Rock Star!
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Local CARL WILSON, CEO OF CD WILSON EVENTS
by Robbie Mo�er
Carl Dean Wilson is the owner and CEO of CD Wilson Events since 2005. He honors women annually who have contributed and empowered other women to become leaders. He was introduced to me when he called and announced that I was a winner of the “2018 Powerful Women of Leadership Award”. This year’s event was “The All Women Rock Conference” held in Ontario, California. My Board and I met with him and learned about the wonderful work he does. At each of his events, he always gives a dona�on to several non profits so they can con�nue all the great work they do. Some of his upcoming events for 2018 are: Winter Wonderland Bridal Show, November 18, 2018; King of Pop Icon, A tribute to Michael Jackson, November 29th, 2018; All White Jazz Sax Affair, December 2nd, 2018 and Belly Dance Compe��on, December 8th, 2018 at Merna's Cafe in Menifee. In 2019 he has 20 events planned and from the two I a�ended they are well put together with a dynamic team he has working with him. GSFE is honored to be able to partner with him on several of his 2018 and 2019 events. He was born in Oakdale, Louisiana, and has lived in Southern California for 28
years. He graduated from the Grambling State University and worked at Dove Canyon Country Club, where he developed and cul�vated his culinary skills from his mother. He then worked with many great chefs in the private sector of Country Clubs. Carl is certainly very adept at planning events. He got into the wedding planning, cater-
ing business 20 years ago. His passion has always been cooking and serving the public. When you see him in action, he is living his passion. He always has a smile and makes sure his guests are well taken care of at his events. That is his number one priority !
In addi�on to being a Chef, he does private par�es for individuals all over as well. Many of our local men have been nominated for his All Men Rock Event, April 27, 2019 at the Caesar Chavez Center in Riverside, California. I will have the honor to help Carl handing out the awards. Forty-three NAFE women, many from Menifee, and GFWC Menifee/Sun City Woman's Club Members will be honored at next year's All Rock Women Conference in Orange County in June 2019. His All Rock Women Event this year had entertainment, vendors and over 300 people in a�endance. If you are looking for visibility for your company, either as a vendor, sponsor or just a�ending one of his fantas�c events, here is the contact informa�on for upcoming events. Carl Wilson at (951) 241-5343 or email carldean619@yahoo.com. Check out his website at h�ps://www.cdwilsonevents.com/ CD Wilson Events gives you great elegance at prices you can afford. Your ideas and budget are put to work with an excellent professional staff. As a team, he serves Southern and Northern California.
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MENIFEE ANNOUNCES THE “MENIFEE PULSE” PODCAST The City of Menifee is excited to announce the Menifee Pulse podcast, Menifee’s newest form of communica�on. The podcast will be on air Thursdays a�er regularly scheduled
this growth con�nues to boom due to the internet and social media. Today, ci�zens have shown an increased interest in using social media as a provider of informa�on for public agencies. To keep pace, Menifee is con�nuously seeking avenues to better communica�ons to maintain transparency and keep residents informed of major City Council decisions, and City Hall news. To accommodate the growing preference to digital media forms, the Menifee Pulse offers a convenient source of informa�on to residents and businesses to stay informed
Page B 7 events, public works projects and addi�onal informa�on thought to be important to Menifee residents. The latest episode of the Menifee Pulse aired on November 8, 2018. In this episode, Menifee Pulse hosts Jason Hendrix, Menifee’s Community Service Supervisor and Kayla Charters, Menifee’s Economic Development Analyst, discussed City Council mee�ng updates such as, the Menifee Business Spotlight, the Menifee Passport, the Audie Murphy Skate Park Reopening, as well as upcoming Menifee events. The Menifee Pulse can be viewed on the City of Menifee Facebook page as well as the City of Menifee YouTube Channel and will soon be expanding to iTunes, Spo�fy, SoundCloud and Google Play music. For any Ques�ons about the Menifee Pulse, please contact Kayla Charters at (951) 672-6777 or kcharters@cityofmenifee.us.
Add your City Council mee�ngs to share all of the excitement that happened at the mee�ng that occurred the night prior. The “Menifee Pulse” podcast was inspired by the recogni�on of changing �mes in communica�ons to the public. The use of nontradi�onal media as a means of communica�on has seen consistent growth over the last decade, and
MENIFEE CITY COUNCIL APPROVES RESOLUTION TO INITIATE MUNICIPAL POLICE DEPARTMENT On October 18, 2018, a Special Mee�ng/Workshop was held to present the feasibility study that was conducted to show the feasibility of Menifee forming its own Police Department. The feasibility study showed that Menifee would be saving money. On November 7th, the Menifee City Council unanimously voted in favor to authorize the Menifee City Manager to take ini�al steps to ini�ate the forma�on of the Menifee Police Department. Since incorpora�on, the City of Menifee has contracted with the Riverside County Sheriff ’s Department for Police Services, who have provided exemplary services under the contract. However, due to the ongoing rising police costs in the contract with the County Sheriff ’s Department, the City has ventured into seeking other op�ons for police services. “This decision is one of the most important decisions that we make as a Council,” said Menifee Mayor, Bill Zimmerman. “As proven by our unanimous vote, we are a unified Council that holds the safety of our residents to a very high standard.” The resolu�on approved by the City Council gave staff direc�on to engage in efforts necessary to begin the process of forming Menifee’s own Police Department. The ini�al steps include immediate recruitment and hiring of a Police Chief, development of a budget for
with City of Menifee updates, events and changes. The Menifee Pulse will be aired every first and third Thursday of the month. The podcast is intended to cover the items that were approved at the prior City Council mee�ng. However, addi�onal topics will also be discussed such as economic development updates, community
Menifee Police Department to be approved by City Council, address facility, process, procedures, and contractual needs as determined by the City Manager and the future Police Chief, as well as develop a 12 month No�ce-of-Intent to terminate the City’s current policing contract with the County of Riverside, a requirement set by the City’s current contract with the County. The City of Menifee plans to begin the process for the immediate steps as listed in the resolu�on. However, as stated by the Menifee City Attorney, Jeff Melching, the City must give 12 months’ no�ce to terminate its contract with Riverside Sheriff ’s Department. The no�ce will be sent upon the City Manager determining that the new Menifee Police Department will be fully opera�onal a�er 12 month no�ce �me frame. “Having our own Police Department has been something I have been passionate about for a long �me,” said Menifee District 2 Councilman, Ma� Liesemeyer. “Seeing this project come to frui�on, I am full of pride knowing that our residents will be receiving the level of public safety they deserve.” The City of Menifee is at a turning point in its short and exci�ng history. Public safety, more than any other func�on, is paramount to a viable and prosperous city. Yes traffic needs to be addressed and street maintained, but without public safety none of that ma�ers. For more informa�on about the forma�on of Menifee Police Department, please contact, Armando Villa at (951) 672-6777 or email avilla@cityofmenifee.us.
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MENIFEE CITY COUNCIL IS MOVING CITY HALL The Menifee City Council will soon be meeting in a new facility and on a new day. Reloca�ng City Hall and changing its mee�ng day was on the agenda when the Council met at 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 5th.
The City has outgrown the current City Hall at 29714 Haun Road and is looking at leasing a building at 29844 Haun Road, a city report states. The new rent would start at $504,000 annually on a 10-year lease for a 24,000-square-foot building. The current rent is $238,462 for 13,000 square feet. The move also would bring $1.8 million in one-�me costs. Council Members meet the first and third Wednesday of each month. Under discussion is moving the mee�ngs to Tuesdays to match the mee�ng dates of other ci�es in the region, allowing employees more �me to follow up on council ac�on and making it easier for employees and Council Members to a�end conferences and training, which are o�en on Wednesdays. Councilwoman, Lesa Sobek also is sugges�ng mee�ngs begin at 6 p.m. instead of the current 7 p.m.
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Local THE GLOBAL SOCIETY FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS & NAFE ANNUAL CONFERENCE SOAR TO GREATNESS WAS A BIG SUCCESS
by Robbie Mo�er
Bringing women together to learn from some of the best speakers, to have them network and meet other dynamic women like themselves is what happened all day at the October 20th Women's Conference. Women from Menifee were joined by women from Los Angeles and Orange
Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com Anderson, Dharlene Marie Fahl, Lauryn Hunter, Mercedes "Mercy" Nolan, Pauline-Crawford Omps, Kathleen Ronald, Joan E Wakeland and Dr Cherilyn Lee. Each had some great �ps to share with their guests at their table presenta�ons. The food was wonderful as well as great entertainment by singer Alicia Tennant and Robert "Hollywood" Moreno served as the MC. There were fourteen opportunity baskets, some silent auc�on items and a 50/50 which were well received by the a�endee's, and the winners of the items loved what they walked away with. At 5:00pm, when the conference was over, everyone went upstairs to the penthouse of the Courtyard Marrio� Hotel in Murrieta where they con�nued networking. This is the 18th Annual Women's Conference I have done and this is the first year my new non profit Global Society for Female Entrepreneurs put it on with NAFE as well. GSFE is a 501c3 non profit network. A check was also presented to 16 year old, Anika Or�z, for her non profit “Anika's Peace Mission”. GSFE has also partnered with CD Wilson Events and will be assis�ng in over 20 projects in 2019 and a few coming up this year. In return, our non
County. The Pink Lady, Jackie Goldberg, soon to be 87, brought the house down with her presenta�on called "Get Up, Get Out and Get a Life". You could hear laughter and women clapping at this dynamo's presenta�on. Our other Keynote Speaker, Joie Gharrity, whose presenta�on was "Be Your Own Superstar", Conference MC Robert Hollywood, Conference Chair, Robbie Motter gave everyone some & Conference Co-Chair Jean Olexa great tools to help them profit will receive a dona�on to con�nue be a superstar. our work to helping women Soar to GreatOn March 10th, 2019, we are already ness through training, educa�on, conferplanning our next GSFE Event with Chebra ences and collabora�ons. Some of the Dorsey of Ochea Fashions. She will be do- projects include All Rock Women Awards ing the Lady in Blue Sapphire Awards and and All Rock Men Awards and more. Fashion Show. Coming together in projects helps everyThere were three breakout sessions dur- one grow. ing the day and each one was dynamic. Check out our website at globalsocietyforOur breakout presenters were Kimberly femaleentrepreneurs.org
NAFE WOMEN LOVE TO HAVE FUN
Recently Menifee, Temecula and Murrieta NAFE members dressed up and SHOWED UP at a Red Carpet VIP Event in Hollywood. In addi�on to NAFE, many of these dynamic ladies belong to the GFWC Menifee/Sun City Woman's Club and members of the Diva Registry. One of their NAFE members, Debra Legans, owns Wings Limo Company. She brought her big Limo bus to pick
You can catch them at a Temecula Valley Symphony Concert, Academy of Ballet Arts Events. Many were involved in Temecula Startup Week, All Women Rock Events, and now that Robbie's non profit GSFE has formed, a collabora�on with CD Wilson Events, you can be sure to see them at any of the 20 plus events his company is doing this year. All of these women and their good friend Robert "Hollywood" Moreno, also a NAFE member, work hard and serve their communi�es well in so many ways. Life is short and when they have an opportunity to SHOW UP, they do. They know from me saying it all the
everyone up at my house. Pictures were taken to start the fun journey. The VIP �ckets for the event were given to me from my friend Dame Shellie Hunt, a NAFE member, and the CEO and Founder of the Women of Global Change. The song "Girls Just Want To Have Fun" is totally what these girls love to do. They had a blast! You can see their expressions on their faces. When they showed up they ran into other NAFE members and met lots of dynamic individuals, got interviewed on the red carpet. A few days later another adventure took place and some of the gals went wine tas�ng, including my two daughters Lisa Gritzner from Los Angeles and Lori Soltas, from Virginia, also NAFE members. NAFE women love all sorts of things.
�me that SHOWING UP is like a treasure map and you never know what treasure you will find, and believe me there is always a treasure. Just by SHOWING UP at the VIP Event in Los Angeles, we connected with many who have invited us to their upcoming Red Carpet Events. Ladies, no ma�er what your age, I will be 83, there is nothing you cannot do, it’s really up to you. Ge�ng involved will make you friends, you will have lots of opportuni�es to do fun things as well as giving back to your community. We invite you to come join us at NAFE. Check wrnafe.com on where we meet or join us at gfwcmenifeesuncity.com or become one of our registered diva's. There are 56 of us at: divaregistry. org You probably will find that most of us belong to all three of these groups and would love to have you join us.
by Robbie Mo�er
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MENIFEE ANNOUNCES ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WEBSITE The City of Menifee is pleased to announce the launch of MenifeeBusiness.com, an interac�ve website dedicated to providing exis�ng and prospec�ve businesses and developers with all of the cri�cal informa�on to make Menifee their next big move. Websites are o�en the first source of informa�on that many prospec�ve businesses, site selectors, and corporate execu�ves visit when considering a loca�on. To con�nue to a�ract new businesses and respond to the needs of Menifee’s corporate audience, the City has launched a new Economic Development website that features the data resources that decision makers need in an interac�ve, intui�ve structure. As directed by the City Council, the City of Menifee has made Economic Development a main prior-
ity for the City. MenifeeBusiness. com is a direct result from efforts to enhance the experience of doing business in Menifee to ul�mately a�ract, retain and roll out the red carpet for Menifee businesses. “The ease of doing business in Menifee is a cri�cal component to Menifee’s Economic Development success,” said Gina Gonzalez, Economic Development Director. “The new Economic Development website gives businesses all of the loca�on. informa�on they need in a us- • Comprehensive demographic er-friendly format, making all of informa�on will enable busithe informa�on about Menifee nesses to make intelligent site easily accessible to assist stakedecisions based on resident holders in their decision to exand workforce popula�on pand or locate in Menifee.” characteris�cs. • In-depth business resources The new Economic Development will easily connect users to website, created by the Economic permitting tools, developDevelopment Department, feament concierge services, and tures a wealth of resources and workforce recruitment suptools including: port. • Summaries of Menifee’s stra- • Innova�ve and compe��ve integic advantages and target incen�ves will provide the mo�dustries will demonstrate why va�on for business to expand Menifee is the perfect project or locate in Menifee.
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Businesses, developers, site selectors, and investors are encouraged to visit MenifeeBusiness. com to learn more about Menifee’s opportuni�es. For more informa�on, please contact the Economic Development Department at EconDev@cityofmenifee. us or (951) 672-6777.