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Volume 8
Issue # 3
September 2018
INSIDE EVERY BUSINESS OWNER NEEDS A GOOD BUSINESS LAWYER In general, Business Law deals with the forma�on of new businesses, the daily opera�ons, its employees, and the issues that arise as exis�ng businesses interact with the public, other companies, and the government. Page B1
SCOTT ROAD PROJECT EXPECTED TO BOOST ECONOMY AND ATTRACT NEW BUSINESSES
and the road will be widened from EDC that would provide an integratHaun Road to Antelope Road. ed industrial and commercial development in the area. Designated area The City of Menifee held an “Open plans include new opportuni�es for House” August 30th at Revival residents to work and shop in the Church, 29220 Sco� Road for fur- zones; a move that would encourThe Sco� Road Freeway Inter- ther informa�on and updates on age businesses to help boost the change construc�on to improve the construc�on, giving resi- economic growth within the city. the traffic circula�on and handents opportuni�es to speak dle the growth in the Riverwith Project Managers. “The project will provide easier acside area will be getcess for consumers to get to the �ng underway by the Aside from helping alle- EDC,” said Suarez. “The hope is that end of September, ofviate traffic during high businesses looking to locate in Menificials said. commute �mes, one of fee will find us more appealing.” the benefits of the pro“The interchange will ject is to provide be�er The city has marked the proper�es be completely reaccess to the City’s Eco- adjacent to I-215 as EDC’s, which worked with the hopes nomic Development are specially designated to prothat the traffic will Corridor (EDC), which mote Menifee’s economic success move more smoothly is adjacent to I-215 on in maintaining growth and residenEast and West on Sco� �al nature at the same �me. Haun Road. Road”, said Andrea Suarez, the Public InforCity officials have Con�nua�on ma�on Officer of the project. been working for a long �me on the Page B7 The exis�ng two-lane bridge with a turn lane will be a six-lane bridge,
HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR SIDE BUSINESS It can be personally and financially rewarding to earn extra cash doing something you enjoy. If you are one of the many Americans supplemen�ng your paycheck by running a small business, here are some �ps to help you profitably manage your side gig. Page B1 BIRTHDAY BASH AND FALL FESTIVAL WILL BE HELD OCTOBER 20TH, 2018 AT MSJC Menifee Birthday Bash and Fall Fes�val incorporates many of the tradi�onal elements of fall, including trick or trea�ng, costume contests and much more! Page B8
CITY BUZZ
MENIFEE CELEBRATES 10 YEARS WITH OCTOBER FESTIVITIES The City of Menifee is holding Menifee 10, a series of fes�vi�es in October to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the incorpora�on, with the mo�o: “Celebra�ng the Past, Embracing the Future”. On September 20th, star�ng with the State of the City Address, the City of Menifee is looking to hold various events for all segments of residents including the Fall Fes�val, the Annual Mayor’s Ball, Mul�cultural Fes�val, Family Night and Poker Run. The Southwestern Riverside County City was incorporated by resi-
ART BUZZ AUTUMN SHOW CELEBRATING MENIFEE'S 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018 from 2:30 pm to 5:00pm at the Kay Ceniceros Center. Page A8
LOCAL BUZZ SCHOOL IS BACK! Check out a few photos from local students that will get you excited to be back in school: Page A7
dent votes and became Riverside County’s 26th city 10 years ago, on October 1st, 2008. Since then, Menifee’s growth exceeded expecta�ons with a stable increase in tax revenues and economic plans. The Community Services announced the upcoming program for the fes�vi�es as this year marks the 10th anniversary of the city. On September 29, for the second and last event of this month, Boys & Girls Club of Menifee Valley will be hos�ng children and families in a family event, giving the children fun op�ons such as game trailers and paintball. Guests will be served free barbeque. Page A2
WINE COUNTRY
LOCAL BUZZ
CRUSH 2018 - A WINE & CULINARY SHOWCASE The ONE and ONLY Culinary crea�ons from over fi�een winery and local restaurants and caterers. Page A4
EVER THOUGHT OF PLANNING A PAINT & SIP PARTY? Look No further! Meet Deborah Irish From Art Uncorked Page A6
TECH BUZZ HOW BABY BOOMERS, GEN XERS, AND MILLENNIALS RESPOND TO TECHNOLOGY AND STYLE Page B4
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Local Con�nua�on A1
MENIFEE CELEBRATES 10 YEARS WITH OCTOBER FESTIVITIES Menifee Valley Historical Associa�on has prepared a Poker Run for residents. Celebra�ng the Antelope-Menifee Rural Center’s 70 years, the event will require residents to start at the Rural Center and visit five selected historical monument checkpoints to receive a playing card at each one. The best poker hand visi�ng the Rural Center will be awarded at the end of the
Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com game, a�er which people can enjoy the barbeque prepared by the Lions Club at the Rural Center. On Friday, October 5th, following the Poker Run, Rotary Club of Menifee will host the Annual Mayor’s Ball. Residents can book �ckets online or by mail. On Sunday, October 7th, in collabora�on with the Valley Resource Center and Mt. San Jacinto College, the City is hosting Veterans 5K Walk Run and Classic Car Show, where vendors and music will also be
featured, with proceeds going to deployed troops. On Saturday, October 13th, another fun event for families, the Mul�cultural Fes�val will feature different examples of tradi�ons and cultures from around the world at the Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park. Those who think they can tear up the track can show their skills with their home-built cars in the Soap Box Derby on the same day.
residents.
On October 20, the series of Menifee’s celebra�on events will conclude with the Birthday Bash & Fall Fes�val at Mt. San Jacinto College where a costume contest, the Oktoberfest Beer Garden and live entertainments will be wai�ng for
Menifee’s celebra�on month will feature other events: • Manufacturing Day on October 5th. • Amphitheater Grand Opening Concert and Dog Days on October 6. • Art Council Gallery on October 7th, and • Menifee Valley Hospital Mixer on October 10th. • Sponsorship and vendor opportuni�es are available for most of the 10 year celebra�on events. For more informa�on on the schedule, people can visit the city website or call the Community Services at (961) 723-3880. For more Local News visit us at: www.menifeebuzz.com
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Art
ANAHI GARCIARODRIGUEZ
ACM ARTIST OF THE MONTH By: Jim T. Gammill
AnAhi Garcia-Rodriguez was born in Long Beach, California to Nancy Garcia and Julio Rodriguez. Julio is an educator that currently works at The Santa Rosa Academy; Nancy worked in educa�on accoun�ng for a while and has since moved on to being a stay at home mom. The couple has three other children, two girls and a boy. The family resided in Orange County, Palmdale, and Wildomar before they came to call Menifee home in 2008. However, it was in her early childhood years that AnAhi remembers some of her first experiences with music. “My great-grandma would always sing to me as a baby and I remember being so fascinated by it.” AnAhi recalls, “My family tells me that I was always humming songs even before I could speak a word.” Her family always took comfort in a�ending church services and it was here that AnAhi felt the magic of music and song once again. At the age of six she was determined to become a member of the church choir. She was accepted as the group’s youngest member and over a decade later, s�ll par�cipates in her current church’s choir. “I love how being in church makes me feel and I love how singing makes me feel, so having these two great joys in one place has always meant so much to me!” AnAhi has had the opportunity to a�end Menifee’s Santa Rosa Academy since she was in fourth grade. It was during her �me at the academy that she had her first experience in an ensemble choir. It was a unique experience for AnAhi in the respect that there was more to it than just singing. Ge�ng up in front of people and performing had always come easy to her, but the harmonizing and all the work that it took to sync her voice with a larger group was something else altogether. Like most young people, AnAhi had a period in which she wanted to spend more �me with friends than she did on her music or school work. She never lost interest completely, but the emo�on and feeling in
her performances had dwindled no�ceably. “She would stand in front of the microphone and sing,” the ar�st’s mother, Nancy Garcia remembers, “but we could tell that the passion just wasn’t in it.” A common theme in all great stories is the one moment when des�ny reveals itself in the guise of an unexpected mentor or an unforeseen and unavoidable occurrence. For AnAhi this event manifested itself in something as ordinary as going to get a physical to a�end summer camp during her ‘not-so musical’ phase. AnAhi’s parents took her to see Dr. Kathleen Hurwitz, a local physician. When AnAhi sat on the exam table, Dr. Hurwitz asked her what she wanted to do when she grew up and AnAhi responded instantly.
ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TOWN! Contribu�ng Writer Nicole Farrell
I am very happy to provide this informa�on for our residents, hope this helps you to find a place to enjoy a night of entertainment in menifee and the surrounding areas feel free to email me if you want to add or make changes. NicoIefarrell123@hotmail.com Or text me 760-807-4300 Call establishment for more details Not all venues have karaoke THE CANYON COWBOY 31504 Railroad Canyon Road Canyon Lake, California MONDAY Karaoke 7 -10 TUESDAY LINE DANCE 7-10 WED OPEN MIC 7-10 THURSDAY 8-10 COMEDY NIGHT OR DUELING PIANO FRIDAY SAT SUN LIVE BANDS CALL VENUE FOR INF 951 723 2201 CANYON LAKES COUNTRY CLUB 32001 Railroad Canyon Road Canyon Lake, Ca 92587 Friday Live Music Call For Details (951) 246-1773 FRENCH VALLEY CAFE 37552 Winchester Rd Murrieta, Ca 92563 Monday Karaoke 6 to 10 Fri Live Entertainment Call Them For Details Phone: (951) 600-7396 FRANKLIN'S COVE BAR AND GRILL 40675 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd Murrieta, Ca 92562 Phone Number (951) 696-2211 TUESDAY KARAOKE 7:30 Friday - Sat – Live Bands GIOVANNI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 26900 Newport Rd Ste 112, Menifee, Ca 92584 Thurs. Thr-Sat Tom The Owner Will Sing For You Sunday 4 To 8 Pm Live Music Call Them For Details (951) 672-8080 PEPES MEXICAN RESTAURANT 31780 RAILROAD CANYON RD CANYON LAKES CA TEL:951-244 7373 FRI SAT LIVE MUSIC SUNDAY KARAOKE 6 TO 9 -RANDY PONDEROSA BAR AND GRILL 27126 Shadel Rd Menifee Ca. 92586 SUNDAY Karaoke 6 to 10 Laura MONDAY Karaoke 6 to 10 Wayne Tuesday Music With Pam N Paul 5 To 8 Friday -Sat CALL THE VENUE (951) 679-7008 PITSTOP PUB SPORTS BAR AND GRILL 26900 Newport Road, Menifee, Ca 92584 Mon -d J Spinning The Tunes, 8 pm - Midnight Tue - Karaoke 8 pm – Midnight WED Karaoke With Laura 8 pm -12
Thursday Karaoke With Laura 9 -1 am Fri – Music 9 pm Sat - Music Un�l 1 am. Sun 6- call Venue CALL THE VENUE FOR MORE INF. 951-679-0869 SKYBOX BAR AND GRILL 30724 Benton Rd Ste C308, Winchester, Ca 92596 Phone: (951) 325-2299 SUNDAY KARAOKE 6 TO 10 PM WED 6 TO 8 PM MAGIC CASTLE WITH JOE THURS. 9 PM DJ LADIES NIGHT FRIDAY SAT DJ 9 �ll THE TAVERN GRILL 28039 Sco� Rd, Murieta, Ca 92563 (951) 723-8004 Tuesday Live Entertainment TOM The Guitar Guy Saturday Karaoke 8 To 12 Call Them For Detail 951) 723-8004 WHISKEY BABES 33040 Simpson Road Winchester, Ca 92596 Tel 951-599 0506 Karaoke TUESDAY KARAOKE WITH RANDY 6 TO 10 WED KARAOKE WITH NICOLE 6 TO 10 THURSDAY KARAOKE WITH RANDY 6 TO 10 FRIDAY SAT CALL VENUE TO CLOSE Call For Details Tel 951-599 0506 WILD WEST ARENA AND SALOON 32150 Grand Ave Winchester Ca 92596 SUNDAY 1 to 5 PM every other Sunday KARAOKE or Linedance FRIDAY LIVE BAND 8 TO 12AM SAT . KARAOKE 8 TO 12AM Nicole Farrell Entertainment -singer-& karaoke -music for all Email call or text me for your special event 760 807 4300 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 want to be a singer,” AnAhi said, “I don’t know why I said it or how It came so quickly, but as soon as I said the words I knew that they were true.” Dr. Hurwitz asked AnAhi to sing for her and she did just that. The woman was so impressed that she asked her young pa�ent to got to the front office and sing for her staff. AnAhi fulfilled this request just as happily and it felt exhilara�ng. Inspired by AnAhi’s talent, Dr. Hurwitz referred her to Norm Boaz, a local vocal coach that Dr. Hurwitz used for her own lessons. A�er star�ng classes, the Garcia-Rodriguez family was amazed to hear that AnAhi’s one-�me physician had provided her with a scholarship and was taken aback when they realized that it was going to last for two full years. At the end of Dr. Hurwitz’ gracious scholar-
ship, Boaz decided to provide the last year of instruc�on free of charge. When asked about payment, Boaz simply responded with, “I can’t wait to see her on a big stage someday.” The mentorship of Norm Boaz offered more than vocal training, it also helped AnAhi understand how important things like introduc�ons and physical mannerisms were to her stage presence. The man covered everything from facial expression to hand movements. As a result, the young ar�st became even more confident on stage and did not miss a beat in her blossoming singing career. AnAhi has competed in several local compe��ons including talent compe��ons for The Temecula Boys and Girls Club, and the 2018 Menifee Boys and Girls Club’s “The One” compe��on, in which she won first place. AnAhi’s passion to perform is not limited by geographical loca�on, the young singer has made it through several rounds of audi�ons for major compe��ons like television’s, American Idol and The Voice. AnAhi’s grandfather, Jamie Garcia, always roots her on and is so excited to see all of AnAhi’s accomplishments and where her musical journey may take her; the man had musical aspira�ons of his own, but had to commit his �me to raising and providing for his family. Arts Council Menifee no�ced the young star as a two-�me contestant in Menifee’s Got Talent, where she didn’t fail to impress. The organiza�on recently invited AnAhi to sing at one of its Friday night ‘Music by the Pond’ events at The Menifee Town Center where the ar�st performed effortlessly for two hours. Arts Council Trustee and organizer of Menifee’s Got Talent, Colleen Ackerman had the following to say of AnAhi: “With her outstanding talent, tenacity, and devo�on to her cra�, there is no doubt that AnAhi will be a successful performer. In addi�on, she is as beau�ful inside as out, always displaying humility, kindness, and gra�tude towards everyone.” As one of Menifee’s most shining young stars, the future is certainly bright and limitless for AnAhi Garcia-Rodriguez. It is for this reason that Arts Council Menifee is proud to name her as September’s Ar�st of the Month. Stay tuned and keep your fingers crossed, at the �me of this ar�cle’s crea�on AnAhi was preparing to audi�on for American Idol. For more informa�on on Arts Council Menifee, visit www.artscouncilmenifee.org
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El Raspado de Fauna Cocktail
By Chef Rosie O'connor
We have Snow Cones in the states but in the barrio, we call them Raspados. They are a wonderful summer �me treat. When we lived in Cudahy the Raspado guy used to come around in a cart, ringing his bell and yelling out “Raspados, Raspados.” All the kids in the neighborhood would beg and plead in despera�on with their parents for a dollar to buy what would sa�sfy their sugar craving. This guy was smart too! He would always show up at 3:00 pm on the dot.
ice into a paper cone. We would choose a flavor in a bo�le which contained the delicious, addic�ve high fructose syrup: grape, strawberry, melon, and lime. “Who’s next?” he would ask and we would fight to get the next snow cone. We visited the beau�ful restaurant Fauna in Valle de Guadalupe Ensenada. Chef David Castro is not only making magic with his food, he is paying the same a�en�on to his cocktails. This Raspado displays his playfulness and touches on a nostalgic childHow did he know? hood memory. It was the most The Raspado guy had a big block delicious, thirst quenching cockof ice in his cart and would tail that cooled us down on that scrape the bits and par�cles of painfully, humid summer day. Not only did it calm my hot flashes it reminded me of the good old days chasing the Raspado man.
INGREDIENTS 2 oz. Watermelon Syrup 1.5 oz. Mezcal 2oz. Lime juice INSTRUCTIONS Mix ingredients in a shaker and pour over crushed ice. Garnish with worm salt.
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WINE COUNTRY SPOTLIGHT SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS IN TEMECULA VALLEY WINE COUNTRY Nothing screams “Harvest Time!” more than a good old-fashioned grape stomp! September is always a busy �me in Temecula Valley Wine Country and our wineries are busy planning a few celebra�ons of their own. AVENSOLE WINERY Hosted Tour & Wine Tas�ng /Available on Sunday of each the month / 2pm-3:30pm / For every adventure, there is discovery, for every unique place, there is a story. Take a guided journey through our lush vineyards and experience our rich heritage and handcra�ed Avensole wines / Cost. $35 / Reserva�ons required. Please call 951.252.2003 x312 to reserve. BAILY WINERY Shakespeare in the Vines presents: All’s Well That Ends Well / September 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22/ Show starts at 7:00 pm/ Presented by Shakespeare in the Vines and stages at an outdoor venue at beau�ful Baily Winery / Tickets: General admission $22; $17 for Seniors 55+, Students and Military / For �cket sales and more informa�on please visit: h�p://shakespeareinthevines.org CALLAWAY VINEYARD & WINERY Fleetwood Mac Tribute Concert / September 28 / 6pm10pm / Gen. Adm. $28, W i n e Club $25.20 / Rumours takes you back to a �me when music was s�ll an unbridled cultural experience and bands weren’t afraid to put on a show. Relive the rock and roll magic with Rumours under the stars at Callaway Winery! For �ckets: h�p://www. callawaywinery.com/res-408138/Rumours.html DANZA DEL SOL WINERY Havana del Sol / September 8th / 6:30pm-9:30pm / Members $45/ Guests $48 / Held in the Barrel Room, enjoy Dinner, Live Music, Cigars, Uqsha Hats. Adults Only Please. Reserva�ons Required. 951302-6363 x26 DOFFO WINERY Comedy Show / September 22 / 7:00pm / Come enjoy a night of comedy at Doffo Winery. Johnny Herrara is invi�ng his friends “Mr. Punchline” Sco� Wood, Sean Williams, and “The Grandma of Comedy” Miss Anita Milner for some great laughs. Limited Reserved Sea�ng (includes glass of wine) $25, General Admission $15, Wine Club Member General Admission $12. Food available for purchase. Please no outside food allowed. Wine will be
available by bo�le or glass. To reserve please shop. doffowines.com CARTER ESTATE WINERY AND RESORT Elegant Food & Wine Pairing / $45pp; $40pp Wine Club Member / 1pm & 3pm Monday-Sunday / Reserve your place for an indulgent wine and food pairing designed to tantalize the senses. Guests enjoy five specially selected Carter Estate Winery wines paired perfectly with a variety of cured meats, artisan cheeses and accompanied with seasonal accoutrements. Each pairing lasts approximately 90 minutes and is limited to just eight participants to allow for one-on-one interaction / Reservations recommended Book a pairing on CarterEstateWinery.com EUROPA VILLAGE Comedy Show / September 1 / 6:00pm / Come out to Europa Village for a fun night of wine and laughter with headliner Amy Ashton and comics from HBO, Ne�lix and Comedy Central! Tickets: $55 / Société $49.50 / For reserva�ons please visit www. europavillage.com FALKNER WINERY Labor Day Weekend Celebra�on / September 1st-3rd / 10am -5pm / Special Weekend Lunch Special for 2 in the Pinnacle $59, Special Wine Sales, Lawn Games, BBQ. Reserva�ons required 951676-8231 Op�on 4. LORIMAR VINEYARDS & WINERY Winestock / Friday, September 7 / 5:00pm-9:00pm / Join us for live music at the Barrel Room and the Sunset Pa�o. We’ve got wine, food, vendors, face pain�ng and more! All ages are welcome / Wristbands for 21+ are $5, with 100% benefi�ng Temecula Valley High School music department / For �ckets please visit www.lorimarwinery.com MASIA DE LA VINYA WINERY Wine Down Wednesday / August 1 / 5pm-7pm / Join us on the Vintner’s Lounge Pa�o for a tapas evening featuring Chef’s Pantry. Assorted tapas available for purchase $2.00 – $5.00. Wine by the glass and/or bo�le available for purchase. Wine club complimentary glasses & tas�ngs are not included. No reserva�ons required. MONTE DE ORO WINERY 5th Dimension Concert / September 8 / 6:30pm -10:30pm / Legendary and Mul�-Grammy Award Winner 5th Dimension Concert performing their classics Aquarius/Let the Sun Shine In; Wedding Bell Blues; One Less Bell to Answer; (Last Night) Didn’t Get to Sleep at All; Up, Up and Away and many more. This concert will benefit Music Therapy for Veterans. Come join us for a Great Evening on our outdoor pa�o under the stars. Cost and reserva�on informa�on: VIP Dinner Package/Tickets available – $105 to $115 General Admission Tickets available – $60-$65. To purchase and reserve �ckets – visit www.montedeoro.com, go to “Store & Event Tickets”, then click on “Events” in lower le�-hand side.
PONTE WINERY Happy Hour in The Cellar Lounge at Ponte Vineyard Inn / Every Monday-Thursday / 4pm-6pm / Free to a�end / Head to Temecula Wine Country’s only cocktail bar, The Cellar Lounge at Ponte Vineyard Inn, for happy hour specials on cra� beer, flatbreads, Ponte wine on tap and more! Menu items $6 and up / For more informa�on please visit www. pontevineyardinn.com SOUTH COAST WINERY RESORT & SPA Annual Grape Stomp Event / September 16 / 5:00pm – 8:30pm / Cost: GA $55 | GA w/ Stomp $80 | Wine Club $50 | Wine Club w/ Stomp $75 / Join us for South Coast Winery’s Grape Stomp! En-
joy live music, grape stomping, great food & wine and great company! / Purchase �ckets through our Online Store at SouthCoastWinery.com. 21+ event. WILSON CREEK WINERY Symphony in the Vines / September 23 / 7:00-10:00 pm / Enjoy a Symphony in the Vines with Temecula Valley Symphony, Music Director John Mario, and featuring vocalist Jonathan Hawkins and friends! Experience a unique and charming evening filled with fabulous food, wine, and cap�va�ng music. Purchase �ckets at: www.wilsoncreekwinery.com General Admission: $50 Beef Dinner & Concert: $90 Vegetarian Dinner & Concert: $90
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JOKE OF THE MONTH: As seen on a car bumper: “Driver does not carry cash. He is married”.
FUN FACTS: 1.
Ernest Vincent Wright wrote a 50,000 word book �tled 'Gadsby' which did not use the le�er "e". 2. In the US, people can be rejected from joining the police force if they are too intelligent. 3. Laughing could drama�cally improve your health – and be as good for you as a deep state of medita�on, researchers have found. 4. 'Jedi' is an official religion, with over 70,000 followers, in Australia. 5. The worlds oldest piece of chewing gum is over 9000 years old! 6. Each king in a deck of playing cards represents a great king from history: spades - King David, clubs - Alexander the Great, hearts - Charlemagne, and diamonds - Julius Caesar. 7. Most tropical marine fish could survive in a tank filled with human blood. 8. Macklemore and his hit “Thri� Shop” was the first �me since 1994 that a song reached number 1 on the Hot 100 chart without the support of a major record label. 9. Tidal forces between the Earth and Moon are slowing the Earth down and pushing the Moon further away. 10. If you flip a coin ten �mes, the odds against its coming up with the same side showing each �me are 1,023 to 1. 11. The glue on Israeli stamps is cer�fied kosher. 12. At age 18, the Queen of England was a mechanic for the Bri�sh Military.
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Local EVER THOUGHT OF PLANNING A PAINT & SIP PARTY?
Look No further! Meet Deborah Irish From Art Uncorked by Robbie Mo�er
Deborah Irish, is the owner and founder of Art Uncorked mobile pain�ng par�es. Her mission is to inspire, encourage and nurture your crea�ve side, spreading the joy of crea�ng art to everyone she meets. She was unemployed looking for a job when a friend of hers sent her an ar�cle about the Paint & Sip movement that was happening on the East Coast. She did her research and realized that the trend hadn’t made it to California, yet. It hit her! This is it! She recognized that this is her opportunity. She dived in and started purchasing art supplies. She started her business in 2014. She knew it was going to be fun, so much than just a fun �me. Crea�vity is important to us as human beings. It is a gi� and if we deny ourselves this gi�, we deny ourselves the pleasure that creating art it brings. Pablo Picasso said: “Art washes from the soul the dust of everyday life”. When we create art, we can have the same feelings of falling in love. Art can enrich everyone’s life. Don’t worry about the outcome, embrace the process. The process, the ac�on of crea�ng art is where all those good feelings come from. The results she sees at the end of her Art Uncorked pain�ng par�es are pre�y impressive. Crea�ng art is good for the soul and beneficial for our health. It can reduce stress, anxiety, depression, as well as manage pain and lower blood pressure.
Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com Making art can improve memory and cogni�ve func�on, reducing common symptoms of demen�a. Why is art so popular today? Because we are starving for that human connec�on through our God given drive to be crea�ve. We are not only suffering from isola�on through technology, we are bombarded with the prefabricated, mass-produced, over processed everything. All the cra� breweries, gastro-pubs and pain�ng party events are popping up everywhere. These are a rebellion against the cold, boring pre-packaged whatever’s. It is an aspect of human connec�on through expression, for both the ar�st and the viewer. Art is everywhere. The direct effect that art has on an individual when a client tells her they haven’t painted in years, that she inspires them to get a set of brushes and art supplies so they can paint at home in their own free �me. When the seniors at the Wildomar Senior Community come to her class
Event? Have a Pain�ng Party in your office. You want to have a Fundraiser? Art Uncorked is there. Private house party? Let’s plan it. She will provide all the necessary art supplies, including tabletop easels, aprons, brushes, paint, pallets, etc., for each guest in your party to complete an acrylic pain�ng on a 12”x16” canvas (kids canvas, 9”x12”). Art Uncorked can accommodate up to 105 painters. On November 5th, 2017, Second Bap�st Church of Riverside hosted a fundraiser at their church to raise money for the local homeless shelters and their
year on August 21, 2017, in Stapleton, Nebraska. She feels it’s her responsibility as an ar�st to paint what she sees when she looks at a total solar eclipse so that others can see what an eclipse looks and feels like. The next total solar eclipse will take place on July 2, 2019 in South America. Until then, plan to schedule your private Art Uncorked Painting Party Event today! If you’re looking to have a team-building event for your employees or group, consider Art Uncorked as your go to for an event that will bring you all together for a fun
an hour early to help set up because they are so excited to paint with her. When a client starts to feel frustrated with their pain�ng and she is able to help them figure out that magical brush stroke and suddenly, joy. When a parent is so happy with how well the party went and amazed how good all the kids did at her daughter’s Pain�ng Birthday Party. This is what Deborah Irish strive for; to inspire, encourage and nurture your crea�ve side, no matter what your art or cra� is. When you have a pain�ng party with Art Uncorked, you will experience crea�ng your very own masterpiece as she gently guides you through a Step-byStep, 3 hour pain�ng lesson. She sets up a finished pain�ng for her reference and she paints along with you demonstra�ng each step. Art Uncorked brings the art studio to you. Planning an Office Team Building
mission work in Indonesia. They ended up selling 105 �ckets for their fundraiser. Deborah made sure she had enough art supplies for 105. This year, Second Bap�st Church of Riverside is hos�ng their 2nd annual Paint & Sip FUNdraiser with Art Uncorked. You don’t want to miss this one! Last year was a blast! Get your �ckets now! Paint & Sip FUNdraiser - Polynesian Style, November 4, 2018 @ 1:00 pm., 2911 9th St., Riverside, CA 92507. To purchase your �cket, call 951-684-7532. Fundraiser benefits Mission Work to support Path of Life Homeless Shelters; and the Calvary Church in Akividu, India, feeding and clothing poor villages. As for her personal art, she has recently switched to pain�ng in oils. She is working on a series of pain�ngs inspired by The Great American Eclipse. She had the great honor of witnessing the miraculous beauty of a total solar eclipse last
and relaxing painting lesson. She has also worked with school districts teaching the staff how to paint, thanks to the STEAM program. She does pain�ng workshops for seniors as well as kids. There are all kinds of reasons to have a Paint & Sip party; Fundraisers, Birthdays, Bridal Showers, Baby Showers, Bachelore�e Par�es, Couples Night, Girls Night, the list goes on and on. Deborah is a member of Menifee NAFE, GFWC Menifee/Sun City Woman’s Club, and a member of Diva Registry group. Look for upcoming events on her website. You can reach Deborah Irish at (951) 536-3580. Email: deborah.irish@ artuncorkedpain�ng.com Website: ArtUncorkedPain�ng.com Facebook: facebook.com/ ArtUncorkedPain�ngPar�es Instagram: instagram.com/deborahs. art.uncorked
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SCHOOL IS BACK!
School is back in session! What an exci�ng �me for all of us. Whether it be in middle school, high school, college, or even finishing our last few credits to get what
about yourself as well. It is usually built of different emo�ons. Students o�en feel anxious, excited, nervous, and mo�vated. All these emo�ons are understandable and normal, but the most important thing is to stay focused. Even when school gets exhaus�ng or homework is too hard,
we have worked so hard for, we are all moving up a degree. Although summer is over, we’re back to seeing our friends everyday, rocking the latest fashion, and most importantly expanding our knowledge. I personally love school for that exact reason. I love learning new things, discovering new people, and places I never knew existed. School also unravels new things
just keep pushing through. Everyday you walk down those halls, think posi�ve thoughts. Always strive to be your best. School isn’t meant to hurt you, it’s meant to build you. Nelson Mandela once said: “Educa�on is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Here are a few photos from local students that will get you excited to be back in school:
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Local AUTUMN SHOW CELEBRATING MENIFEE'S 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY The Arts Council Menifee invites the residents of Menifee and the surrounding communi�es to our Autumn Art Show Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018
from 2:30 pm to 5:00pm at the Kay Ceniceros Center located at Newport and Evans Rd in Menifee. The Council will be providing each guest the opportunity to win an original piece of Art. In addi�on, there will be FREE refreshments, and ballots to vote for the “View’s Choice”. Many of the Council’s ar�sts will also
be on hand to offer their art work for viewing and purchase and have the opportunity to view the Art Gallery. The Art Gallery features art around town Celebra�ng Menifee's 10th year Birthday. Our mayor Bill Zimmerman will be our featured guest & will be speaking about Menifee's History. For more informa�on about this and other upcoming events, please visit the Arts Council Menifee’s website at: www.artscouncilmenifee.org. The Arts Council Menifee is a non-profit organiza�on, dedicated to suppor�ng the visual arts, music, theater, dance the literary arts in our community and is open to ar�sts of
all ages in our community. For more informa�on on how you can join and/ or support the Arts Council Menifee, please log on to artscouncilmenifee. org or email your ques�ons to info@ artscouncilmenifee.org. The Arts Council of Menifee is reques�ng that you publish our flyer and News Release in your Community events publica�on. You and your staff are cordially invited to a�end this event and support Art in Menifee.
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Local PAPER FLOWERS BY SOFIA
From My Hands to Your Heart by Robbie Mo�er
Sofia Orndoff is a paper flower ar�st. She has done amazing roses and flowers of all sorts for numerous restaurants, wineries and for individuals. Her flowers appear on the wall of a local restaurant in Murrieta. She has some terrific ones on her site ates amazing paper flower backfor October as well. She also cre- drops. The work and love she puts into her crea�ons are from the heart. Sofia is a resident of Wildomar. She joined Temecula NAFE Group, but really did not see her work un�l I did the first Registered Diva party at a Kentucky Derby. We had a hat contest and she won. Red rose pins were made for everyone that day and brought me a large red rose to put on my wall. All you ladies that go to Del Mar opening day, Sofia is the one to
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connect to. She can make you a hat that will be the most beau�ful and original. She can be reached at (951) 4288146 or email pd4rmheart@ gmail.com Visit her Instagram page @paperdesignsfrmtheheart and see her amazing designs.
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darker shade from the arches to the tails of the brows. Angle your liner to fill with precise, hairlike strokes. Everyday Brow: Bush on a volumizing brow �nt for all-day, lifeproof brows that instantly look groomed, tamed, fuller and more lush. The Workday Brow: Hold your brow liner at an angle to fill the brows with precise, hairlike strokes. Apply volumizing brow �nt from the arches of the brows to the tails, then apply the product remaining on the brush to the inner corners of the brows. And remember -- before applying a product, use an eyeliner/eyebrow
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Issue # 3
EVERY BUSINESS OWNER NEEDS A GOOD BUSINESS LAWYER
by Jeremiah Raxter, Esq
Business Law involves businesses. In general, Business Law deals with the forma�on of new businesses, the daily opera�ons, its employees, and the issues that arise as exis�ng businesses interact with the public, other companies, and the government. This area of the law draws on a variety of legal disciplines, including Tax Law, Intellectual Property, Real Estate, Sales, Employment Law, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, and others. Most Business Law A�orneys are proficient in transac�onal work and trial advocacy. In a perfect world, your business lawyer is o�en hired for the preemp�ve purpose of avoiding future li�ga�on. To fully understand the role of business law within the legal system, one must view businesses as en��es separate from their owners and employees. Similar to individuals, business en��es are subject to legal rules designed to protect employees, the public, and the marketplace. Different types of business may be controlled by different types of laws. For example, Sales Contracts are controlled by and executed in accordance with the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). New companies must take steps to comply with the law even before opening their doors for the first �me. Business Law A�orneys are
rou�nely asked to form new en��es on behalf of their clients by filing the necessary documents with the Secretary of State. Clients may also need assistance choosing the business en�ty best suited for their needs. Businesses can be formed as Corpora�ons, Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), Partnerships, and Sole Proprietorships, among others. Most of these business forms can be further customized to meet the needs of the company. Examples include Corpora�ons formed as "S-corps" in order to achieve tax savings, and Partnerships formed as "Limited Partnerships" to allow some owners to par�cipate as investors only. While the selec�on of the appropriate business en�ty will depend on numerous factors, the primary purpose of most en��es is to shield owners from individual liability. Opera�ng a business that is not set up to provide limited liability means that the owners are pu�ng all of their personal assets within reach of the business's creditors.
By working with an a�orney at the incep�on of the business, individual exposure can easily be avoided. It is usually recommended that your business a�orney should dra� the internal agreements that will control how a new company is managed, profits are distributed, or how employees are handled. Every business that has more than one employee should have a employee manual. A few commercial transac�ons are within the ability of business owners to handle on their own. Howev-
your most profitable products or services. Target your best customers and build a repeat business. Market your side business through social media to grow a It can be following. personally and finan- Be realis�c. As your business cially re- grows, you may be tempted to warding to quit your day job. Before you turn earn extra your efforts into a full-blown cacash doing reer, ask yourself: something you enjoy. · Is it scalable? It will likely take If you are one of the many Amer- addi�onal resources to turn your icans supplemen�ng your pay- hobby into a full-�me moneymakcheck by running a small business, er. Will you need to invest more of here are some �ps to help you your money in the business? If so, how much? Also, evaluate your profitably manage your side gig: ability to obtain more supplies Make your business official. and whether you’ll need to hire Consider running your side job an employee or two. like a real business, even if you have no inten�on of turning it · Is it sustainable? Consider the into something big. Open a sep- size of your market and demand arate checking account. Get an for your product or service. Who Employer Iden�fica�on Number is your compe��on, and where (EIN), a federal iden�fier, for tax do you fit into the mix? Will your purposes. Apply for a state tax offering s�ll be relevant in five ID, if your state requires one. years? Ten? Trust the numbers And, consider working with a tax over your ins�ncts. professional who specializes in · Can you afford to give up the helping small business owners. benefits that come with your regTrack your earnings and expens- ular job? Going solo o�en means es. Store your receipts and use purchasing health and disability a spreadsheet or app to keep insurance on the open market. tabs on how much you earn and You’ll also be responsible for esspend. If expenses are high and tablishing your own re�rement income is low, you may want to savings, federal tax withholding scale back your efforts or look (called FICA) and es�mated quarfor ways to reduce costs. As your terly taxes. earnings grow, eligible expenses can help offset a poten�al tax bill. · Are you ready to become an entrepreneur? Think carefully about Find your sweet spot. Look for whether you’ll earn enough inways to efficiently increase rev- come to support yourself. Going enues. Set prices to ensure your out on your own is exci�ng, yet costs are covered and focus on it can also mean a change in life-
style. You will need to be ready to put in the �me and effort to grow the business, while being mindful of how the career change could affect your personal finances.
HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR SIDE BUSINESS
Get professional help. Tap someone with financial acumen to help you assess your business. And consider consul�ng a financial advisor to discuss the financial implica�ons of running and poten�ally expanding your business venture. Jeremy Taylor is a Financial Advisor with Taylor, Taylor & Associates a financial advisory prac�ce of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. in Menifee, CA. He specializes in fee-based financial planning and asset management strategies
September 2018 er, the best advice is to let professionals do what professionals do. You should focus on building a successful business while the a�orney you work with should focus on protec�ng your business. Even for savvy business people, problems can develop when emo�ons become involved. A�orneys can provide valuable insight into a transac�on, not only because of their legal training, but also because of the objec�ve nature of their analysis. This allows them to spot issues overlooked by business owners who may be too emo�onally invested or busy to legal issues on the horizon.
Jeremiah Raxter, Esq A�orney & Counselor at Law 27851 Bradley Rd, Ste 145 Menifee, Ca 92586 951-226-5294 www.raxterlaw.com
and has been in prac�ce for 13 years - To contact him, please call 951-679-2222, 29826 Haun Rd #206, Menifee, CA 92586. h�p://www.ameripriseadvisors. com/jeremy.i.taylor/profile/ Ameriprise Financial, Inc. and its affiliates do not offer tax or legal advice. Consumers should consult with their tax advisor or a�orney regarding their specific situa�on. Investment advisory products and services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., a registered investment adviser. Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC. © 2018 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved File # 2180929
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UPCOMING EVENTS WAKE UP MENIFEE Sept 6, 2018 at 8:00am-9:00am Miller Jones Mortuary 26770 Murrieta Rd, Menifee, CA 92586 Come join us for a cup of coffee Guest Speaker: Ba�alion Chief Tyrell Davis AMBASSADOR MEETING Sept 10, 2018 at 9:00AM Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce 29737 New Hub Dr. #102 Menifee, CA 92586 MENIFEE MUNCH Sept 10th , 2018 at 11:30AM-12:30pm Giovanni’s Pizza, Pasta & More 25908 Newport Road, Menifee Get out of the office and meet friends and community members.
For more informa�on contact Kayla Charters at 951-672-6777 MONTHLY MIXER Sept 12, 2018 at 5:30pm-7:30pm Archibald’s Menifee 28881 Newport Rd, Menifee, CA 92584Meet your next business connec�on. Don't forget to bring your raffle item! GET YOUR FINANCES IN ORDER NOW ENSURE YOUR LEGACY FOR THE FUTURE Sept 13, 2018 at 11:30 AM -1:00 PM 29737 New Hub Dr #102, Menifee, CA 92586 Hosted by : A�orney Ben Diederich & Financial Advisor, Brian Horan
RIBBON CUTTING – INLAND VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER Sept 14, 2018 at 10:00 AM -11:00 AM 36485 Inland Valley Dr, Wildomar, CA 92595 KNOWLEDGE IS POWER Sept 18, 2018 at 12:00pm-1:00pm Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce 29737 New Hub Dr. #201 Guest Speaker: Gary Veenhuizen , Veenhuizen Insurance Agency, Inc. STATE OF THE CITY Sept 20, 2018 at 8:00 AM- 12:00 PM Menifee Lakes Country Club 29875 Menifee Lakes Dr, Menifee, CA 92586 The Chamber & City of Menifee Invite to you the State of the City Address 2018.
NINE AND WINE Sept 27, 2018 at 3:00pm Menifee Lakes Golf Course Join Us for Nine and Wine, a new networking experience where you can enjoy a peaceful a�ernoon on the green while making some green. Single -$25.00 2-Some - $45.00 9 Holes- 1 Drink Ticket RIBBON CUTTING –NOTHING BUNDT CAKES
Sept 26, 2018 at 12:00 PM -1:00 PM 30143 Haun Road Menifee, CA 92584 Menifee 10 for 10 Event: Family Night by the Boys & Girls Club of Menifee Sept 29, 2018 at 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Fun for family and kids for all ages, nerf ba�les, game trailer, skate park, paint ball and Free BBQ (grilled hot dogs while supplies last)
2018—2019 Board of Directors Vicki Carpenter: Coldwell Banker - Chair Darci Cas�llejos: French Valley Café - 1st Vice Chair Karla Gonzalez: SBDC - 2nd Vice Chair Ben Diederich: Law Offices of Ben Diederich -Treasurer Georg Mills: A Be�er Look Home Inspec�on - Secretary Karen Nolan: LCL Realty & Property Management - Past Chair Yanik Gozlan: Menifee Buzz - Director
Paul Everson: Hitzeman & Evenson APC Director Gary Gilleon: RE/Max Realty - Director Noel Cajudo: Caring Transi�ons of Menifee Director Mark Fields: Mt. San Jacinto College Director Derek Phillips: Grand Canyon University Director Jessie Simms: netVolu�ons - Director
New Address: 29737 New Hub Drive, Suite #102, Menifee, CA 92586 - Phone Number: (951) 672-1991
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CHAIRMAN'S CORNER Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce is on the move… we’ve come a long way in the past several years, and again accelerated our forward mo�on since December when we hired our new Execu�ve Director, Tony LoPiccolo. With Tony’s leadership, along with the guidance of the best Board of Directors I’ve served along side in my 30 years with this Chamber, we’ve implemented several new programs designed to enhance the value we give our members, and to to help grow their business, which is what our goal and mission is as Chamber of Commerce. Some of the programs we have implemented, including but not limited to, are: •
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Membership Development (working more closely with members and connec�ng business to other businesses who can benefit from each other) Knowledge is Power (monthly business to business workshops) ChamberMaster (providing guidance on how to best u�lize this fantas�c program to showcase their business and/or provide Hot Deals) Commi�ee Development (grew most all our commi�ees with members who have been excited to get involved) Home Business Survey (sent sur-
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veys to home based businesses to see how the Chamber and City may be�er assist in growing their business) Job Fair / Business Expo (off the charts this year - over 20 people actually applied for employment on site, and set up interviews with those businesses who par�cipated)
We have several more programs and events that have been quite successful this year, and we are building on those successes to be�er serve our members and business community. I thank the Board of Directors, Ambassadors, Commi�ee Chairs and Members of those commi�ees for their commitment of �me. I love their energy, and their input. What an asset and they are VOLUNTEERS who willingly give of their �me, talent and treasure. As the Chair, I am proud and honored to work closely with these individuals. But wait there’s more… I am equally proud to work with such stellar staff comprised of Tony LoPiccolo and Desiree Cassady. Tony has brought in over 72 new members since he was hired in December, along with our Opera�ons Manager, Des. The two of them have organized our office, records, put policies and proce-
dures in place, created partnerships with a lot of outside organiza�ons, and are connec�ng businesses with other businesses, and individuals crea�ng long las�ng rela�onships. Des is extremely talented with her event planning skills, she makes it all appear seamless and with a smile. We are very fortunate to have them as part of the team… just get out of their way as they have people to see and places to go. Next, along with many other projects the Chamber has planned in the near future, we (Chamber, Directors, and volunteers, in partnership with the city) will be organizing an on site visit day to the businesses - another way to reach out to see what the Chamber and City can do to assist those businesses in our community. Yes, the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce is on the move… so come along, get on the train, and let’s work together for the be�erment of our members and business community - you may even have a lot of fun! Vicki Carpenter Chair
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce myself as your Execu�ve Director of the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce. My name is Tony LoPiccolo. I’m a resident of the City of Menifee. My wife Leslie and I purchased a home in the Oasis over two years ago. We saw the growth and poten�al of the City and we wanted to be part of this expansion. We have two daughters, Pamela and Meredith, two sons in law, Neil and Bre�, and one grandson Devin. Of course, I can’t leave out our Jack Russell Terrier Bashert. My background has been in the finance industry. I’ve worked in the consumer finance industry for over 7 years and transi�oned to the banking industry for over 13 years. I served on a local Chamber Board for 13 years as a Director at Large; Execu�ve Commi�ee and Chairperson. I’ve also served on many Boards as a Director at Large during my corporate career. I saw the opportunity to offer my vision to the Menifee Valley Chamber Board of Directors. They embraced my vision and a great rela�onship began in December of 2017. We’ve made many strides in ge�ng the Chamber no�ced in the area. The a�endance at our morning Wake Up Menifee mixer and our evening mixers have had an exponen�al increase in a�endance. The office has been painted, art work hung, and we now have an open work environment. I invite you to stop by for a visit. I have been on many Boards in my corporate career. I believe the Board of Directors of the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce are the best I’ve worked with. The Board is made up of a diverse group of professionals. At any �me, I can call upon them for the insight and knowledge on any given subject. I am available any�me to visit with you or to strategize about your business. Our job at The Chamber is to connect businesses, help provide new innova�ve ideas and ways to promote and grow your business in areas you might not have thought of doing. Thank you all for suppor�ng The Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce Regards, Tony LoPiccolo Execu�ve Director
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Biz Buzz HOW CAN LIFE INSURANCE HELP YOU?
You may not be aware of it, but September is Life Insurance Awareness Month. Of course, you probably recognize, at least in a general sense, the importance of life insurance, but do you know the various ways in which it can help you? Life insurance can play a sizable role in your ability to achieve some important financial goals, such as these: Helping your family maintain its lifestyle – If you are married and have young children at home, you and your spouse may need to work. If you were no longer around and your earnings were gone, could your family s�ll afford to live as they do now? Adequate life insurance can help them preserve their lifestyle. Helping your children con�nue their educa�on – Even if you weren’t planning to foot the en�re bill for your children’s college educa�on, you s�ll might be doing what you can, such as contribu�ng to a 529 educa�on savings plan. If your
GFWC MENIFEE/SUN CITY WOMAN'S CLUB READY TO KICK OFF NEW YEAR AT THEIR SEPTEMBER MEETING
by Robbie Mo�er
Over the summer of this year, at their Board mee�ng, the new President, Joan E Wakeland, planned a great year for the members and guests of Menifee/ Sun City Woman's Club. If you are new in the Sun City/ Menifee area, the Woman's Club would be honored to have you come in and join us at one of our monthly mee�ngs. At our September kick off mee�ng, our speaker will be Raven Hilden, CEO/Founder of Valley Resource
income was lost, could your family s�ll afford to con�nue these contribu�ons? With enough life insurance, you can improve the chances that your children will at least get some financial help for college or voca�onal training. Helping your survivors pay off debts – Are all your debts paid off? If not, you could be leaving your family on the hook for some of them, such as credit cards and car loans – not to men�on your mortgage. Also, as uncomfortable as it may be to consider it, funeral and burial costs can easily run into the thousands. The proceeds of your life insurance policy can help pay down debts, handle your final expenses – and relieve your family of costly burdens. Helping your spouse build resources for re�rement – It’s almost impossible for most of us to save too much for re�rement. Your spouse may already have some re�rement accounts, such as a 401(k) and an IRA, but will these be enough to sustain a long re�rement? Through life insurance, you can poten�ally add significant amounts to your spouse’s re�rement assets. As we’ve seen, you can accomplish a lot with life insurance. But how much do you need? If you want the appropriate amount of coverage, you should consider a variety
Center, a 501c3 non profit that serves the military and other community projects. The Club is very excited about their Extravaganza 4 Project on September 30th at Webb Hall. Get your �ckets now, so far 150 �ckets have been sold. No �ckets will be sold at the door. See Flyer below. Go to our website at gfwcmenifeesuncity.com, there you will see the members of the Board and all the various dynamic projects we work on and what is planned for this year. The Club supports many community projects in the area. For more informa�on on membership, contact Robbie Mo�er, 2nd VP of Membership and 3rd VP of Programs at (951) 255-9200 or rmo�er@aol.com
Page B 3 of factors. How much do you earn? How much does your spouse earn? How many children do you have? How old are they? How much do you owe on your home? By answering these and other, similar ques�ons, you can arrive at a coverage level that’s suitable for your needs. Also, keep in mind that those needs will change – for example, if your children are grown and you’ve downsized your living arrangements, you may require less insurance than at earlier �mes in your life. Life Insurance Awareness Month is a good �me to remind yourself of the importance of insurance and of the need to own the
correct amount. So, review your coverage soon – a�er all, you can’t predict the future, but you can s�ll prepare for it. This ar�cle was wri�en by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones is a licensed insurance producer in all states and Washington, D.C., through Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P., and in California, New Mexico and Massachuse�s through Edward Jones Insurance Agency of California, L.L.C.; Edward Jones Insurance Agency of New Mexico, L.L.C.; and Edward Jones Insurance Agency of Massachuse�s, L.L.C.
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TECH TALK
Hello, my name is Yanik Gozlan from The Computer Repair Experts 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 10 years of experience in this industry, I will try to educate and share common interests that most of the surrounding areas are talking about.
HOW BABY BOOMERS, GEN XERS, AND MILLENNIALS RESPOND TO TECHNOLOGY AND STYLE
jump between topics within your deck, or open another App, video, or file en�rely. This will allow your presenta�on to follow your conversa�on, which will make for a much more authen�c experience, as opposed to a canned, corporate slide show. When speaking, be your authen�c self, and inject energy into your presenta�on. Use bolder, alluring visuals. Minimize text bullet slides. And videos should be short. Given their different habits, it may seem daun�ng to deliver a presenta�on that reaches across three different genera�ons. When in doubt, remember less is more. Visuals trump verbal. And, pictures and video are the most powerful way to communicate an idea. Technology will con�nue to advance, so the best presenters will use it to advance their message, no ma�er how old or young their audience is.
Over the years, we’ve seen lots of discussions around best prac�ces in how to engage audiences of different genera�ons. But what isn’t always discussed is the actual content you create before your presenta�on. Baby Boomers are delaying re�rement and remaining in the workforce. Millennials are entering and coming of age. And Gen Xers, those poor slackers, are sandwiched in the middle. Each cohort uses and reacts to presenta�on technology and style differently. Baby Boomers Baby Boomers are the most disciplined group, with a longer a�en�on span, and a sense of mee�ng e�que�e and protocol. Baby Boomers will suffer through the worst speaker and s�ll try to get something out of his or her presenta�on because that’s what has been expected in business and in life. They have a longer concentra�on span and will try to read through slides, focusing on the content presented as well as what the speaker is saying. They will study the slides you present, and analyze you as a speaker. They are a cri�cal, though�ul audience. So, use images and video minimally only to reinforce what you are saying. More importantly, create a storyline with a clear beginning, middle, and end. Think of a 70s sitcom that opens with an establishing shot, has a conflict in the middle, and nice conclusion—all �died up in 30 minutes. Think substance over style. Gen X Given the sheer size of the Boomer and Millennial generations, Gen X doesn’t get much attention these days. But they are in their 40s and 50s, taking on leadership roles in corporations and in government. Though you wouldn’t know it for all the attention marketers give to Boomers and Millennials, they are the decision makers for this and the next decade. Gen Xers came of age during the ba�le between Steve Jobs and Bill Gates. They are comfortable with Office programs, and PowerPoint is second nature to
them. They rely on all its features—anima�on, images and video—and like its linear, outline format. However, they s�ll require a convincing storyline and will look to the slides behind you to help them absorb what you are saying. In your slides, use clean, succinct bullet points. Avoid compound sentences and prose. Bold images and anima�ons will help highlight an important point. Use video to reinforce your story. Presen�ng style and presenta�on graphics weigh equally. Millennials Millennials grew up with the Internet, so mul�media and mul�tasking are second nature to them. They will browse mul�ple screens on their mobile device while doing some other mundane task like grocery shopping or working out. Hence the need for “Don’t text and drive” campaigns! Presenta�ons appealing to this group must convey a sense of energy and must keep moving. Be crea�ve and grab their a�en�on in the first 30 seconds of your pitch. If you start with, “Hello, my name is John Doe from Acme Company,” you have already lost them. They live in the now with social channels such as Instagram, Snapchat, and FaceTime. They value authen�city, so your presenta�on should reflect that. A typical linear PowerPoint slide show will bore them. Use interac�vity and a variety of media. Include links so you can
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Local GSFE & NAFE ARE HARD AT WORK FOR “SOAR TO GREATNESS” CONFERENCE
By Robbie Mo�er
The mission of Global Society for Female Entrepreneurs (GSFE) and Na�onal Associa�on for Female Execu�ves (NAFE) is to help women soar to greatness. GSFE does it with all their training events and Conferences and NAFE does it with their monthly network mee�ngs all over California. The “Soar to Greatness” Conference with NAFE as one of its sponsors has an amazing lineup of speakers, entertainment, networking, vendors, great lunch and con�nental breakfast and lots of networking. Dona�ons are coming in everyday for drawings. It will take place on October 20th at the Courtyard Marrio� Hotel, 25419 Madison Ave, Murrieta, CA. Tickets for the event are only $100.00 and includes
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con�nental breakfast and lunch. A second conference is being put together for April 2019 in Hollywood. Two dynamic keynotes are lined up wai�ng for final confirma�on from the loca�on. One of the speakers, Shelly Rohlfs, Director of Learning and Development will be one of my keynotes. The plan is to do two conferences a year, one in the Inland Empire and one in the Los Angeles Area. Orange County will be added later which would bring it to three conferences a year. Many of NAFE members will be part of Temecula startup week as presenters on September 24th through the 28th and is FREE. Out of 102 presenters, 52 of them are NAFE members. In addi�on to NAFE are members of the (General Federa�on of Women’s Clubs (GFWC), and Menifee/Sun City Woman's Club. GSFE & NAFE look forward to see you at their conference. Below is the conference flyer. Visit the website at temeculaca.gov/startupweek, click on events and see all the great topics and speakers and their bios, and register for the ones you would like to a�end. Women will be coming from all over California to a�end the event.
GREAT TRAVEL TIPS FOR YOUR NEXT VACATION
takes very seriously her love of travel helping amazing couples by Robbie Mo�er find their des�na�on for their perfect anniversary, wedding and All About Vaca�ons, a Travel Agen- honeymoon trip. A responsibility cy in Old Town Temecula, Mechel she takes very seriously. Marucci, a Romance Specialist, Over the years she has planned
weddings in Fiji, honeymoons from San Francisco, holding many expert agent cer�fica�ons like Cancun Tourism Ins�tute, Des�na�on Specialist Italy, Bahamas Travel Specialist, Des�na�on Specialist Japan, Hawaii, Mexico, New York City, Jamaica, Curacao, Magic of Mexico Cer�fica�on,Tahi� Tiare Program, Vegas Cer�fied, Sandals Cer�fied, Wedding Solu�ons Cer�fied and
con�nues to take classes to stay informed for her clients. She has great travel �ps. She can be reached any�me at: Office: (951) 699-8888 Cell: (951) 775-1309 Email: mechel.marcucci@gmail.com Website: allaboutromancetravelbymechel.com. Mechel is member of Menifee NAFE, and a Diva Registry group.
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Government in Centralia for many years. While there, she received a grant from the Government to do research on the Cranberry Bean. Her efforts resulted in the Cranberry Bean Flour for the gluten intolerant Celiacs. She was one of the early pioneers working on the effects of gluten. by Joan E Wakeland Dr Violet Currie and Kay Spicer, a Home Economist, partnered “There are two words that can writing a Gluten Free Cookmake a difference in your pocket- book of recipes using that Cranbook”, says my Aunt Vie, “Passion & Persistence”. She elucidates, how can passion and persistence make a difference? As I listened to her, she told me how she loved cooking. She loved the smell of food cooking, and enjoyed pu�ng it on a plate to make it look appe�zing. Whenever she got a chance, she would make her own recipes. She was always complimented on her culinary experiments and that gave her the confidence to keep following her dream! Her passion for cooking and baking berry Bean Flour. The recipes grew as she got older. Aunt Vie worked as a Postal Assis- were great and the Celiacs were tant at the Kingston General Post thrilled as they had alternative to Office in Jamaica. She saved her wheat that they were not able to money and with some help from tolerate. The Bean Growers also Daddy, as a sponsor, she went to benefitted as this would expand Howard University to embrace her the use of the Cranberry bean. dreams. She was the first member With the authors names Currie of the family to go to University. and Spicer one could not imagine She followed her passion and en- how those two met. Unfortucouraged all her nieces and neph- nately, the book is now out of print as Gluten Free (GF) was not ews to pursue higher educa�on. Later in life, she was accepted in the in demand then as it is now. doctoral program at Cornell Univer- Through Aunt Vie’s educa�on, efsity. She earned her Doctorate in forts, and mo�va�on, she not only the field of Nutri�on and migrat- improved her pocketbook but saw ed to Canada in search of employ- that the genera�on a�er her would ment. She worked for the Canadian follow their passion and be persis-
PASSION & PERSISTENCE
Menifee Buzz—www.menifeebuzz.com tent in achieving their dreams. Anything that you want to achieve in life would require the effort of working hard. Commit to doing something posi�ve that moves your dreams in the right direc�on. Work at it every day! Some�mes it may require working at night when others are sleeping! You do what you need to do to make it (your goal, your dream) happen! When stumbling blocks come along the path, jump over those hurdles
because of your “passion”. You will not quit because of your “passion”. Don’t be undaunted by naysayers, life suckers or the mountainous tasks before you. Take one step at a �me! Always persist un�l you achieve the fruits of your labor. Your friends and families vision for you is not the vision you have for yourself. We all view the world through different God given lens-
es! Use yours well, embrace your own passion! Aunt Vie promoted herself from Postal Assistant to Post Graduate Doctor because of the two words: “Passion and Persistence”. She helped others along the way to achieve their passion! She mentored me every Sunday a�ernoon. I am grateful for her lessons and her legacy. I humbly share them with you. Remember to be at Peace with yourself! Passion ... follow your heart! Embrace .... your dreams! Act ...... work at it everyday! Commit... be consistent! Persistent! Encourage .... others to follow their passion! Disclaimer: This ar�cle was wri�en by Joan Wakeland and is an excerpt from her Pocketbook Series “The University of Life” which will soon be published. She does not guarantee or take responsibility that Dr Currie sugges�ons will provide the same results. The choice you make is yours! The author is the President of GFWC Menifee Sun City Woman’s Club, Director of Riverside NAFE, Charter Member of Lions Menifee Valley. Joan can be reached at (909) 7217648 joanewakeland@gmail.com
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City Con�nua�on A1
SCOTT ROAD PROJECT EXPECTED TO BOOST ECONOMY AND ATTRACT NEW BUSINESSES
In coopera�on with Caltrans and the ci�es of Menifee and Murrieta, Riverside County previously had ini�ated the proposal to improve circula�on in the area and to meet future traffic needs, which was followed by a delay this summer. Caltrans approved this month to resume the project that is set to begin construc�on by the end of next month and is projected to finish in two years. Carlos Geronimo, the Project Manager in Menifee, said that the exis�ng bridge is outdated, and it no longer has the capacity to handle the current volumes. “The new bridge will be a six-lane bridge that should be able to handle the growth in the area for the next 20 plus years,” he said. Improvements in the bridge include the widened exis�ng Northbound Off-Ramp, and the Northbound Loop Off-Ramp which will ease the traffic for cars going Westbound on Sco� Road. The Southbound OnRamp has also been widened and elongated to provide a smoother flow onto the freeway. Cars travelling Westbound on Sco� Road will be able to make a right-hand turn and a loop onto the freeway. Suarez said that the public may not see the actual construc�on happening un�l early October. The cost of the project will be approximately $57.8 million including design, right of way and construc�on. For inquiries, residents can reach the project hotline at (951) 215-2288.
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