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OKTOBERFEST Sports teams utilized the fields at night at Scripps Ranch Community Park as lights illuminated the area. (photo by Jim Renner)
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nyone planning to visit some of the parks in Scripps Ranch after dark might want to take a flashlight. Nighttime lighting problems are well-known among residents Longtime resident Jim Renner said in an email that he has not seen much progress in the two years since he started writing to City officials about lights being out at Scripps Ranch Community Park where he walks. But he noticed something in early October. “All the ‘sport’ lights were on and there were several kids’ soccer practices wrapping up,” he stated via email. “The three ‘streetlights’ along the southern edge of the lower field were working again. Those lights were not on last night. Those three were the only streetlights working tonight.” San Diego Parks and Recreation Department provided a list detailing the lighting status of Scripps Ranch parks as of Oct. 6. This list was facil-
itated though the efforts of Anthony Santacroce, senior public information officer at the City of San Diego. • Spring Canyon NP – There is a total of 30 lights, five needed repair and were repaired with LED ballast. The remaining light pole did not require ballast replacement at this time and has the standard ballast. • Jerabek NP – no lighting issue. • Fairbrook NP – No light issues. • Scripps Ranch Community Park – (Musco) Light contractor repaired basketball court lights and redirected one light fixture due to reflection on the baseball field. Security walkway and parking lot light are out. Service Requests have been submitted. • Miramar Overlook Park – No light issues. • Cypress Canyon Park – One light bulb is out on the basketball court. • Lakeview NP – No light issues. • Stonebridge NP – No light issues. See PARK LIGHTS, Page 3
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Ooom-pa-pa! The spirited members of the Zeitgeist Oktoberfest Band added to the festive atmosphere during the annual Scripps Ranch Swim & Racquet Club Family Oktoberfest celebration Sept. 30 at the Aviary Drive location. The band played traditional Oktoberfest sounds along with all kinds of party music. The popular event featured activities for children, including carnival and pony rides. A beer garden was available for adults and food trucks were onsite. The festivities were roaring until a nighttime rainstorm put a damper on the event around 7 p.m. (photo by Lisa Shadburn)
Theatre opens with ‘The 39 Steps’ By Ashley Shah
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he 39 Steps” will be the first production of the new season for Scripps Ranch Theatre. “‘The 39 Steps’ is a love letter to the mysteries and suspense movies of the ’30s. It is a nostalgic look at the spy stories,” director Phil Johnson said. “It is a Hitchcock movie, but it was adapted into a production where there is an element of comedy alongside the mystery.” The production is set in the 1930s, in London. The main character, Richard Hannay, is played by Marley Bauer. Hannay is an average English man whose life is dull. “Richard decides to go out and meets a spy. The spy ends up with a knife in her back. Richard, then goes on a mission to find out what happened,” Johnson said. “Through his journey, he learns that life isn’t good without some adventure in it.” Melanie Mino plays the female lead. “Melanie plays the female that Richard falls in love with. She plays the spy that he meets when he goes out and sees the show. She plays a Swedish woman that instills hope in Richard,” JohnSee “THE 39 STEPS,” Page 14
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Marley Bauer and Melanie Mino star in the Scripps Ranch Theatre production of “The 39 Steps.” (photo by Ken Jacques)
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Becky’s Gift Toy Drive begins T he 14th annual Becky’s Gift Toy Drive will begin Nov. 1 to help families fighting cancer during the holiday season. Thanks to the Scripps Ranch community, this program has surpassed its goals each year and successfully delivered loads of toys to four local cancer centers in San Diego: UCSD Moores Cancer Center, UCSD Komen Breast Cancer Infusion Center, Medical Oncology Associates of San Diego and South County Hematology Oncology. It is emotionally, physically and financially difficult for families with one of its members going through cancer treatment during this time of year. Becky’s Gift allows families affected by cancer to choose a toy for their children or grandchildren during the holidays while undergoing treatment. It’s best for the cancer patient to focus on their treatment and health, and not have to worry about the pressures of the season. Becky’s Gift organizers want them to know their child or grandchild will have a gift. Those wishing to donate
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an Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, City Councilmember Marni von Wilpert and State Assemblymember Brian Maienschein joined City staff and community members to kick off construction on the Jerabek Park improvements project in Scripps Ranch on Sept. 21. Victoria LaBruzzo, chair of the Scripps Ranch Planning Group, was among the scheduled speakers. “High-quality parks are essential amenities in all neighborhoods, and these improvements to Jerabek Park exemplify our ongoing efforts to upgrade outdated parks and open new parks in communities that need them,” said Mayor Todd Gloria. “I’m grateful to Assemblymember Maienschein for securing $4 million in state funding – more than half the total construction cost – for this project.” The $7.6 million project will provide the community with new amenities for people of all ages. Improvements include two children’s play areas, fitness equipment, a restroom and concession stand, a picnic shelter, sidewalks and bleachers that are accessible for all users, a resurfaced parking lot and other park furnishings.
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• Hoyt Park – No light issues. • Sycamore Canyon Park – No light issues. While this report doesn’t appear too gloomy, it differs from what Renner witnessed at Jerabek Park. “I decided to check out Jerabek Park – completely dark except for the restrooms and the volleyball players who bring their own generator and light,” he stated in an Oct. 4 email. Reasons for the lack of lighting repairs reportedly include not enough City electricians to fix the problems or to install new bulbs, as well as keeping up with orders filed on the City’s Get It Done App. The App is for residents who want to file an issue, or problem in their neighborhood. Some City officials report lighting and hiring issues are an ongoing problem and will continue to be addressed. “Ongoing streetlight issues like this one are a huge part of my reasoning for supporting changes to the City of San Diego’s current hiring system. It is disjointed, outdated, and overly bureaucratic. It takes roughly 6-9 months for the City to hire new workers under this existing system,” District 5 City Councilmember Marti von Wilpert said in an email statement. “We won’t become an efficient City with the quantity and quality of electricians we need without a proposal like this. While we still need to make sure we hire people at competitive wages, leaving people in the hiring pipeline for four to six months means we lose out on quality candidates who find other jobs.” District 6 City Councilmember Kent Lee’s office responded to questions with an email statement: “The team looked into if we have any parks in our portion of SR and they only know of a small community park and have not heard any issues about lighting there from constituents,” stated Sara Kamiab, chief of staff, office of Councilmember Lee. City staff will continue to address any lighting problems, Supervising Public Information Officer Santacroce stated. “According to the Transportation Department’s streetlight work, electrical staff will be in District 5 in December to attend to these park light outages,” he said. “In the longer term, Parks and Recreation staff is working on completing a task order for a job order contractor to continue maintenance and repair at these parks in the future.”
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San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria (center left) and City Councilmember Marni von Wilpert (center right) held a press conference along with State Assemblymember Brian Maienschein, Scripps Ranch community members and city staff members to introduce the Jerabek Park improvements. (City of San Diego photo)
Construction is expected to be completed in the summer of 2024. “Thank you so much, Mayor Gloria, Assemblymember Maienschein and former Councilmember Mark Kersey, for ensuring state funding reached this vital part of our Scripps Ranch community,” said City Councilmember Marni von Wilpert. “I was happy to support this project at every opportunity, and the changes and accessibility improvements to our park facilities will transform the experiences of children and families at Jerabek Park today, and for future generations.”
Jerabek Park was built in 1984 and included an amphitheater, a comfort station and a concession building. A decade later, a kid’s playground was added to the park. The park has not received any significant renovations since 1994. “As an assemblymember and former councilmember who has represented Scripps Ranch, I’m thrilled to see the renovations to Jerabek Park are already underway,” Assemblymember Maienschein said. “The $4 million I secured for ADA improvements will make the park accessible to all residents in our community.”
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The Women’s Club Walking Group stepping out in La Jolla to admire the public mural artwork. (courtesy of SR Women’s Club)
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Women’s Club members creating a beautiful holiday project – pumpkin succulent centerpieces. Pictured are (from left) Connie Gutierrez, Carol Murphy, Wendy Higgins, Lynn Parke, Laurie Wenger and Sharon Worman. (courtesy of SR Women’s Club)
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succulents. The results were stunning! Thank You Susan Barnett for organizing and instructing us. Many of our popular groups were featured in October, including our Walking Group that promoted a brisk and refreshing beach walk in Coronado; as well as our Arts and Culture group that organized a docent-led tour of the Timken Museum of Art See WOMEN’S CLUB, Page 6
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(INDIA) Here, in the land of this year’s G20 [New Delhi, Sept. 9-10, 2023], buses, auto-rickshaws and even taxis have switched to compressed natural gas (CNG). There seems to be an urgency in the air regarding climate change. While it is not uppermost on anyone’s mind, governments are mobilizing for massive changes all over the country. Of course, CNG is not ideal, but in such a populous country where basic necessities are not wholly met, where the working class is striving for a better standard of living, this is a feat, indeed. Another remarkable fact is that, as cow manure is available in plenty, more and more small establishments are able to produce biogas cheaply, to be used for cooking, heating, electricity generation and even transportation. India is still the second largest consumer of biogas in the world. In 2022, there were a total of more
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—Suha Chari than 5 million units all over India, with Maharashtra having the most, at 1 million, followed by Karnataka, at half a million units. However, due to lack of technical know-how, the growth of these plants has been slower than expected. This is an area where first world countries can help with aid and technology. I’ve often wondered why even the upper middle class in India are slow to install solar panels. The oft quoted reason is that it is too expensive, though panels from China are available at reasonable prices. With about 300 sunny days in most parts of the
country, solar power is very attractive and feasible. It comprises more than 13 percent of power generated in India, and makes up 34 percent of the renewable energy produced. Most of this government initiative is in solar parks where large areas are devoted to the panels, unlike California where rooftop solar is popular. There are a couple of good reasons for the slow growth of solar: One is the subsidy, and another is grid capacity and connectivity to individual homes, which is not available in most places. Moreover, when it comes to emissions, it is true that the West is vastly responsible for
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in Balboa Park. A delightful luncheon at The Prado followed the tour. Joni Low planned and led the Coronado Beach Walk while Barbara Measelle and Deidre Spruce planned the Timken outing. The new season of the Scripps Ranch Theatre will be greeted with enthusiasm! The production is the mystery/ comedy “The 39 Steps.” As is our practice, a fun social evening will proceed the play, with a pre-theatre party to be hosted by Diana and Gary Whitney. Our regular special interest groups continue to increase in popularity and liveliness, including Bridge, Bunco, Mahjong, Fun/Games, Arts and Culture, Walking/ Hiking, and our Book Group “Ranch Readers.” We embrace the motto “Women United in Community Service.” The Women’s Club has been in existence for more than 33 years where providing Annual Scholarships continues to be one of our most gratifying projects. Scholarships are granted to Scripps Ranch High School senior girls who demonstrate strong academic ability as well as service to our community. Additionally, we are very proud of our Community Giving Program that includes local schools, the Scripps Ranch Theatre, Friends of the Scripps Ranch Library, and Symphony in the Park. We were recently featured in the library’s newsletter thanking us for financing a signage system for the Children’s Library. November promises more exciting programs for the Women’s Club, highlighted by a behind-the-scenes tour of Petco Park available to our members, their friends and significant others. We welcome new members with open arms and encourage you to contact our Membership Chair Laurie Wenger if our Club sounds like a good fit for you! Contact Laurie at lauriewenger@ hotmail.com or access our website at srwomensclub. org.
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ewcomers to Scripps Ranch find the Welcome Club the perfect place to meet their neighbors and form new relationships that make living here so pleasant. Meanwhile, ladies who have lived here since the first housing units were built in the early 1970s gather with their longtime friends and also enjoy getting to know their new neighbors. The club specializes in building a community of friends while partaking in pleasant gatherings. Welcome Club has a website: scrippsranchwelcomeclub.com, that is an easy way to get more familiar with meetings and events. This fall, a wide variety of activities are open to members. The Morning Book Club, one of three the club has, started the calendar in October. Trail Walking is part of weekly club events and a perfect way to exercise and enjoy our lovely outdoors. Groups gather for Bunco games and craft making monthly. The Gadabout is a regular event that may feature a movie, a museum tour or some other enjoyable day’s entertainment. This occasion was a lunch at Seasons 52 restaurant, and a shopping trip at UTC followed for some of the women. This month’s general meeting, which occurred on the second Monday, featured an interesting and inspiring presentation by club member and ex-Navy nurse DJ Lavoie. She shared part of a historical record of Navy nurses’ service that she has been producing over the last several years. Lavoie travels the country interviewing nurses and recording their experiences during WWII, the Korean War and in Vietnam. Segments of her project are now featured in military museums.
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Coming up in November, the Welcome Club meeting will feature a book and jewelry exchange that should provide an opportunity for members to trade unused treasures from their closets. A social time is a part of every monthly meeting, but November’s will have a special sparkle. Another event, which includes husbands and friends, is coming up next month – a potluck supper before the group enjoys Scripps Ranch Theatre’s presentation of “The 39 Steps.” The play is a humorous whodunit and will provide an especially enjoyable evening. Welcome Club members all agree that delicious food and laughter make for a good time.
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ment and cycles of companion planting. The gardeners learned more about rotating plants between beds, seasonally and annually, and how that will improve gardening techniques and promote success. The November meeting will celebrate the end of the harvest season with a pumpkin potluck. Members will be gathering on Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. at the library for this, the last
meeting of the year. The regular fourth Tuesday schedule will resume in the new year. Residents of Mira Mesa and Scripps Ranch are encouraged to check out the club’s website scrippsmesagardenclub.com to learn more about the club and to learn more about gardening. There are several informative articles on plants and the practices that produce healthy productive gardens.
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Garden is a critter sanctuary By Kaila Mellos
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cripps Ranch couple Becky and Bruce Carlquist have been part of the Scripps Ranch community for as long as they can remember. When they moved into their home on Caminito Garcia in the 1980s, it was nothing but a lot with free range to design the garden of their dreams without knowing what other joys it would eventually bring them. “There’s a lot of interesting plants here. You’ll learn more as you do it, and they’re [plants] fun to learn from. It’s just something we like to do, and it kind of grew on us so much it’s our hobby now,” Becky said. The Carlquists have created a bird, butterfly and lizard sanctuary in their backyard over the years, with more than 35 bird feeders scattered around the yard now. Attracting mostly hummingbirds into their space, the couple has kept track of their little visitors. “We have bird lists for all the birds we’ve seen here. We recently spotted a really different one for what usually comes here,” Bruce said. From June to January, the couple sees many birds come through their yard to feed on the sugar water feeders they have placed around. They usually use multiple pounds of sugar each month to make sugar water, changing it every few hours on a hot day. In the past couple of months, it dropped to 30 pounds, which they suspect decreased due to the heat. “The water is more important than the food. That is what is attracting them here more than anything else,” Bruce said. Though they haven’t planted anything attracting species specifically to their yard,
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‘It’s just something we like to do, and it kind of grew on us so much it’s our hobby now.’ —Becky Carlquist they have many plants that are a food source for the animals. “The orioles come now because of the worms on the tomato plants. That was really neat when we learned that, because we thought they would eat the tomatoes to get the moisture, and it turns out it was getting these worms,” Bruce said. “It kept going back and getting more and more worms, and I think the first time, it ate about a dozen worms. It keeps the garden great without having to spray anything.” They have also noticed that the common backyard
lizards enjoy eating worms from different plants. When that runs out, the couple bought mealworms to feed the second-generation family of lizards in their yard. “We had caterpillars eating my Nicotiana plant with beautiful red, yellow and white flowers. When I would find them, I was throwing them away. But then I thought, well, maybe the birds would like them. So, I’d toss them, and the birds would fly away. And then there was a lizard out there, and I tossed him one of those caterpillars,” Becky said. “After that, he started following me through the garden. He’d come up between my feet, and he’d want some. So that’s how we started feeding, and now we buy the worms, beetles and all that stuff.” The couple hopes to keep feeding all their critter friends for the foreseeable future to keep it a peaceful sanctuary filled with plants, flowers, birds, lizards and butterflies.
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WINDOWS & DOORS
Embers can enter gaps in doors, including garage doors. Install weather proofing around your garage door, and if your garage is attached to your home, make sure the interior door is solid and on self-closing hinges. Plants or combustible storage near windows can be ignited from embers and generate heat that can break windows and/or melt combustible frames. Wherever possible, use dual-paned windows with tempered glass, as they are less likely to shatter from radiant heat.
In the past we have talked a lot about defensible space, but let’s not forget about making your home fire resistant.
ROOFS
Roofs are the most vulnerable surface where embers land because they can become lodged and can start a fire. Roof valleys, open ends of barrel tiles and rain gutters are all points of entry. Block off all open spaces and regularly inspect these areas.
EAVES
Embers can gather under open eaves and ignite combustible material. Enclose your eaves to prevent ember intrusion, and regularly clear away debris that collect here.
BALCONIES & DECKS
Embers can collect in or on combustible surfaces or beneath decks and balconies, igniting the material and entering the home through walls or windows. Construct your balconies or deck with noncombustible materials and do not store combustible items underneath them. If there is a fire threat, bring any furniture into your home. To harden your home further, consider protecting it with a residential fire sprinkler system. In addition to extinguishing a fire started by an ember that enters your home, it also can help protect you and your family year-round from any home fire.
VENTS
Embers can enter the attic or other concealed spaces and ignite combustible materials. Vents in eaves and cornices are particularly vulnerable, as are any unscrewed vents. Use corrosion resistant metal mesh to screen all vents and check them regularly to remove any debris.
WALLS & FENCING
Combustible siding or other combustible/overlapping materials provide surfaces or crevices for embers to nestle and ignite. Build or remodel with noncombustible or ignition-resistant materials whenever possible. Regularly clear away debris from any crevices and perform annual upkeep.
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Collins Family Jewelers celebrates 45 years By Terry L. Wilson
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ollins Family Jewelers, 8220 Mira Mesa Blvd., Suite A, was founded by longtime Scripps Ranch residents Bill and Cynthia Collins 45 years ago. “We are unlike any other business you’ll see,” Cynthia said. “We are probably the oldest family operated retail business in the city. Most people don’t have a multigenerational business because what may have started as a ‘mom and pop’ store ended when no family member stepped in to continue the family legacy, and someone outside of the family was hired to manage the business. Then COVID killed off what few mom and pop shops were still hanging on.” While many businesses collapsed under the weight of the COVID lockdown, the Collins family took an old recipe used by pioneering entrepreneurs over the decades and made lemonade from lemons to generate sales when other retail stores were closed. Nearly every
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member of the Collins family is involved in the business. “Our pride and joy is knowing how much we’ve developed in such a short time during COVID,” Cynthia said. “We belong to a Facebook group, Jewelers Helping Jewelers, which has about 80,000 jewelers that follow us. That’s probably because of the youthfulness of our daughter. The algorithms that are required by Instagram require knowledge of contemporary music that’s really trending, and jewelry is a fashion purchase. So, as fashion trends change, jewelry changes, too. Our daughters are super savvy about what is trending or creating a trend. So, we really depend on Briana and Chelsea to sit in and know exactly what we need for inventory and what we need to move. And our son-in-law does inventory and sales.” Another aspect to being successful entrepreneurs is finding something that is a personal value and sharing it with large groups, thus creating a new revenue source. The Collins family shared their personal relationship with God, opening a door to new customers and a lot of weddings. “By embracing our faith in our store, a new group of people started coming almost weekly,” Cynthia said. “We have done many upgrades and weddings for the pastors and, as a result, we have another sustainable source of income.” Bill Collins expressed his thoughts on the importance of maintaining a positive, hands-on relationship with the community. “I moved to Scripps in 1977 and built the store in Mira Mesa in 1978,” he said. “We love Scripps Ranch and are proud to be a major sponsor of its many activities. Our kids have gone to school here, elementary through high school, so we’ve always been involved in the school activities. We’ve been in business here for 45 years and when someone asks, ‘What’s the key to success?’ – I tell them to make community a top priority.” Visit collinsfamilyjewelers. com.
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Library anniversary celebrations successful All-ages Celebration
Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library (SRFOL) hosted a free communitywide celebration on Saturday, Sept. 30, and invited everyone to join the festivities. Children, teens, and adults of all ages came together to celebrate. Even the occasional drizzle of rain did not dampen spirits. Participants enjoyed a variety of “lawn” games in the inviting courtyard, and many kids took part in a scavenger hunt involving the new “Story Stroll” installation. The first 30 kids and teens to arrive received a $2 gift certificate for Grace’s Book Nook, the used bookstore in our library, and business that Saturday morning was exceptionally brisk. For anyone who hasn’t yet had the pleasure of shopping at the Book Nook, $2 can go a long way. Student winners of the 30th anniversary essay contest were honored and invited to read their essays to an appreciative audience. Our City Councilmember, Marni von Wilpert, presented a proclamation from the City Council honoring our library and its history, and helped Bob Cronk, a current deputy director of the San Diego Public Library (and former branch manager at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library), present certificates to the essay contest winners. Both von Wilpert and Cronk are residents of Scripps Ranch. In her remarks, von Wilpert recalled having her eighth grade dance in our library’s Community Room. The carpet that she danced on has been replaced twice – initially 14 years ago, with generous funding from the Scripps Ranch Civic Association supplemented by SRFOL, and more recently, just a few weeks ago, funded by SRFOL, which took advantage of City matching funds. In fact, cele-
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Among those enjoying the 30th Anniversary festivities for the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library on Oct. 7 are (from left) Joan Reese, Sondra Mroz and Diane Rider. (photo by Jim McGinn)
bration attendees were among the first to enjoy the beautiful, still pristine carpet. Attendees had an opportunity to preview the new Idea Lab or maker space at the library where library patrons will be able to explore their creative instincts with such equipment as the 3-D printer, laser cutter, vinyl cutter, heat press and multimedia laptop. Everyone was invited to sign and maybe write a note about a favorite library memory on the anniversary banner. The popcorn machine and taco stand were very popular, and there were mini cupcakes for dessert, so appetites were sated.
Country Living Celebration
The celebration continued on Saturday, Oct. 7, with an early evening party for adults, and the weather was perfect for an event “under the stars.” The Community Room and courtyard were festively decorated. Many guests came in their country best with a number of cowboy hats spotted. Attendees enjoyed wine, beer and soft drinks in the courtyard, while local band “Those Guys,” led by Scripps
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Ranch’s own Jerry O’Mara, played. This was followed by a delicious barbecue dinner, dessert and coffee. Throughout the evening, attendees had a chance to stroll down “Memory Lane” and peruse an exhibit of historic library documents, photos and memorabilia. They were invited to guess the number of books in our library’s current collection (answer: 53,000) and win a Barnes and Noble gift certificate and go on a library scavenger hunt (also with prizes). They could choose a “blind date with a book” and take in a preview of the new Idea Lab/maker space. There was also a photo booth so that participants could capture the evening for posterity. The band played throughout the evening, and quite a few attendees were out on the dance floor. SRFOL would like to thank everyone who came out and helped celebrate the library’s first three decades. Major kudos go to the planning committee of SRFOL board members, dedicated volunteers and family members, and library staff whose efforts made both events so enjoyable and successful!
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Meat lovers rejoice over Wellbone Meat Co. By Jill Alexander
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re you in the mood for a sizzling grilled ribeye steak for dinner? Or how about a lean ground patty for lunch? While each cut has its own characteristics and flavors, there’s another type of meat you might consider trying: Mexican style. You can get your fill of specialty Mexican meat from The Wellbone Meat Co. at the Scripps Ranch Farmer’s Market on Thursdays. The company was founded in 2020 during the COVID pandemic by Fernando Vizcarra and Fernando Vizcarra, Jr. The meat is “a leaner, more affordable option for meat lovers who crave delicious steaks and other meat products,” said Salvador Valera, the company’s chief marketing officer. It took some time and thought to produce just the right name for the company. “It was the result of an exhaustive design process. We landed on Wellbone as a brand name for the following reasons: It’s short and easy to remember, with just
Wellbone Meat Co. offers samples of its meat products at the Scripps Ranch Farmer’s Market each Thursday. (Wellborn Meat Co. photo)
two syllables. Wellbone is a straightforward name that should be easy for everyone to remember. It has a positive connotation. The word ‘well’ is associated with good health and wellness, a strong selling point that resonates with who we are and what our customers want,” Valera said. “It is also a reference to the quality of the meat products we select and offer. The word ‘bone’ is a metaphor: the core of who we are, and it’s also a synecdoche – the variety of meat products we offer from different animals.” If you purchase the meat online with a subscription it is delivered via its tempera-
ture-controlled box right to your doorstep, similar to the Omaha Steak brand. If you’re in the Southern California area, you automatically get free delivery. Plus, all meats come frozen for the best preservation. The company’s cattle are pasture-raised and grain-finished, and it employs farmers who are conscious of the environment and the supply chain around the meat they produce. The company website states its “priority is to create a supply chain that puts animal welfare first while also supporting independent farmers.” There are a variety of pack-
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The Scripps Ranch Farmer’s Market & Family Festival will hold a festive Trick or Treat Day for shoppers and children on Thursday, Oct. 26, from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Costumes are not mandatory, but Farmer’s Market manager Bev Cassity said she would love to see visitors dressed up in keeping with the spirit of the season. She is also asking the Farmer’s Market vendors to dress up in costume, which they have done for the Halloween event See TRICK OR TREAT, Page 13
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Home Lighting Contest is now open
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he extremely popular Flint Super Real Estate-Scripps Ranch News Home Lighting Contest has opened for the 2023 holiday season. Flint Super Real Estate is the official sponsor of this year’s home lighting contest that has provided such a fun and festive experience for local residents the past three years. It has become a warm holiday tradition for all of Scripps Ranch to enjoy. Anyone whose home is within Scripps Ranch and decorates the outside of their home with holiday lights this season is eligible to enter the contest. Prizes – provided by Flint Super Real Estate – will be awarded to the top entrants. FUN HOLIDAY SELF-TOUR: The Home Lighting Contest not only allows entrants a way to showcase their outdoor light decorating skills, it also provides a convenient opportunity for those who appreciate holiday light decorations to tour the outdoor home displays. Scripps Ranch News will publish a map of entry locations in the December edition of the newspaper – and will provide updates online. Anyone can use the map (either the printed or online version) to plan a fun viewing tour of brightly decorated Scripps Ranch homes. NEW THIS YEAR: Contest entrants will send in photos of
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at the market in the past. Shoppers will see a number of Halloween-themed inflatable figures throughout the market as well. Parents can take photos of their kids in front of the giant flying dragon or the enormous witch. Vendors will be giving out free treats for the children.
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their lighted displays at nighttime via email so judges may narrow down the top entrees. Then, judges will drive to the best-decorated properties in the contest to view the lighted display finalists and make their decisions. This change was made due to the large and growing volume of beautifully decorated Scripps Ranch homes entered in this contest each year. All entry displays must be accessible to the public for street viewing. When judging is complete, the top displays will be photographed by Scripps Ranch News. The winners of the contest will be announced on ScrippsRanchNews.com on the morning of Jan. 1, New Year’s Day. Photos of the winning displays will be published in the January All the children should bring their Halloween trick or treat bags. A balloon artist and face painter will be onsite. Some new vendors will be at the market, and some will be selling pumpkin pies, cookies and other fall treats. The Scripps Ranch Farmer’s Market & Family Festival is located at 10045 Carroll Canyon Road.
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Kiwanis Club sets Holiday Market The Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch will hold its first annual Holiday Market & Bake Sale on Saturday, Nov. 4 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Scripps Ranch Community Center, 11885 Cypress Canyon Road. There will be no charge to enter, and visitors may purchase items directly from the vendors. Sue Lloyd, chairperson for the event, expects between 18 and 20 vendors. Available items will include gift items, quilts, custom baby clothes, hand crafted items, woodworking, charcuterie boards, cards and holiday centerpieces. Edible offerings will include everything from cookies to jams. “The reason we are having this in November is so people can get a jump on holiday shopping,” Lloyd said. Kiwanis Club members will create all the delicious items for the bake sale portion of the market. Bonnie Chapman is heading up the bake sale. Lloyd explained that the market should provide attendees with an enjoyable, relaxing shopping experience where they can have fun browsing and might find surprisingly unique gift items. “Going to holiday craft fairs and things like that – it’s not like going shopping at a mall. You go into a mall and you think, ‘I’m going to get this item.’ You go in with a set idea of what you’d like,” she said. “But these are unique items (at the Holiday Market) that people can pick up for holiday gifts. They are all really unique. I told my friends, ‘I’m going to go shopping while I’m at this little market because a lot of these things are really nice items that you would want to gift.’” Some of the Kiwanis Club members recalled that a few local individuals used to organize a holiday craft fair years ago at a local Scripps Ranch resident’s home, and it was very popular. The Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch is hoping to resurrect that spirit and provide another fun event for the community. Proceeds from the market will go toward funding the local club’s many service oriented projects that aid community causes.
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son said. Chris Braden and Katelyn Slater both play the “clowns.” These actors play about eight or nine characters each.
‘I want to fulfill the audience. I want them to feel better leaving the show than before.’
The Redwood Trio will perform live in the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center on Nov. 19 at 2:30 p.m. (photo courtesy of SRFOL)
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—Phil Johnson “Usually, these two characters are played by two men, but I decided to have a man and a woman. Having this dynamic makes it even more fun. These two characters add a lot of comedy, and they help to move the story along,” Johnson said. This production was chosen because of its light-hearted nature. “At this time, most people are looking for some laughs. They want to take their mind off of any issues going on, and just feel transported into something else,” Johnson said. Casting for this production started in August. “It’s a little hard to find actors at this time because people are moving around to different places, or fields. But, I’m happy with the actors we selected. The actors are incredibly talented and
T Scripps Ranch Theatre’s production of “The 39 Steps,” running Oct. 28-Nov. 19, is a mystery with an element of comedy. (photo by Ken Jacques)
perfect fits for their roles,” Johnson said. Rehearsals started at the beginning of October. “We are having such a riot. It has been so much fun working with the actors. There is a lot of improvisation in the production, so that has added a lot of excitement in our rehearsals,” Johnson said. Opening night is Oct. 28. The play will run for four weekends, ending on Nov. 19. Johnson expressed his goal
for the production. “I want to fulfill the audience. I want them to feel better leaving the show than before,” he said. Scripps Ranch Theatre productions are performed in the Legler Benbough Theatre on the campus of Alliant International University in Scripps Ranch, 9783 Avenue of Nations. To purchase tickets for this play, visit scrippsranchtheatre.org or call (858) 395-0573.
he “Pleasure of Your Company” concert series, sponsored by Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library, welcomes the Redwood Trio on Sunday, Nov. 19, at 2:30 p.m. Comprised of violinist Lauren Basney, cellist Peter Ko and pianist Dr. Byron Chow, the trio will perform works by Bach, Tchaikovsky and Shostakovich. Basney and Chow are well known to Scripps Ranch audiences, having performed previously several times to rave reviews as part of the Orvieto Trio. At the memorable last concert prior to the pandemic (in late February 2020) Ko filled in admirably on the cello. The Redwood Trio aims to
bring a fresh perspective to the concert stage in performing both traditional repertoire and lesser-known works for the combination of piano, violin and cello. Join us for an afternoon of chamber music performed in the intimate setting of the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Center. There is no charge for the concert, although donations are appreciated. Masks are encouraged but not currently required. Scripps Miramar Ranch Library is located at 10301 Scripps Lake Drive. Overflow parking is available on Meanley Drive off Scripps Ranch Boulevard. Visit www.srfol.org or call (858) 538-8158 for more information.
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Falcon Playhouse presents another classic By Ashley Shah
Three local schools listed as healthiest Marshall Middle School, Ellen Browning Scripps Elementary School and Miramar Ranch Elementary School are among 30 schools in the San Diego Unified School District that have been awarded the distinction of America’s Healthiest Schools for their dedication to supporting the health and well-being of students, staff and families. Presented by Alliance for a Healthier Generation, America’s Healthiest Schools is an annual recognition program that celebrates schools for implementing policies and practices to promote health and well-being. Schools are recognized for demonstrating remarkable efforts to prioritize the essential health needs of their school community and exceeding best practice standards in one or more topic areas, including: Increasing Family & Community Engagement: Facilitating collaborations to meet student, family and caregiver needs alongside student learning and development Strengthening Social-Emotional Health & Learning: Supporting the social-emotional, mental and behavioral health of students Cultivating Staff Well-Being Helping staff build and maintain resilience through policies and practices that promote self-care, positive work culture and healthy behaviors Improving Nutrition & Food Access: Promoting and increasing healthy eating and food access through school nutrition programs and nutrition education Implementing Local School Wellness Policy: Advancing health-promoting practices through implementation of the district’s wellness policy Bolstering Physical Education & Activity: Providing opportunities for students to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to develop and sustain lifelong physical activity practices See HEALTHIEST SCHOOLS, Page 16
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he Falcon Playhouse is the Scripps Ranch High School (SRHS) theater program. Its actors will be performing “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” the group’s first production of the season. It will run from Nov. 16 through 18.
“We wanted to do a piece by Shakespeare. It is a classic. This production requires a little more knowledge, and makes you learn how to interpret Shakespeare. The production provides a unique challenge for the students,” SRHS theater director Patrick Garcia said. The classic story follows a series of lovers who face conflicts, and meet new characters who cause more conflict, but all fall into place in the end. “We have modified the original piece in some ways,” Garcia said. “Instead of having it set in ancient Greece, we are putting this production in a dystopian society. There are still aspects of royalty, nobility and fairies. There is a technological aspect, but it is small.” While the setting may be different, the main roles are the same. The four main lovers: Hermia, Lysander, Helena and Demetrius – are played by Camile LaPlante, Charlie Duchicela, Sarah Norton and Noah Valdez, respectively. The three main fairies: Oberon, Titania and Robin Good-
The cast and crew of the Scripps Ranch High School Falcon Playhouse production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” (photo courtesy of Patrick Garcia)
fellow – are played by Demian Deonarine, Stella Hunter and Lucas Kwan, respectively. Other than the adjustments in the setting of the production, Garcia mentioned another challenge they may face. “We have not done a Shakespeare production in so long. So, we definitely need some practice, but we can make it there,” he said. Even though this production type is new to the theater, Garcia expressed what he was looking forward to during the performances.
“I am really excited to see the growth from our students. A lot of them are younger and are new, so I’m looking forward to seeing them learn, especially since we are starting with a harder production,” Garcia said. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” marks the first production of the season and there will be three other productions through the season. These include a musical, a smaller production and one production in the summer. The productions are chosen by students. The theater
program is run by students for students. “We have a board of students who run committees of students. One of the most important committees is the reading committee. They read over plays, and then pitch them to me, and we pick the productions we want to show,” Garcia said. “There are other committees that help with fundraising, organizing the productions and more.” For more information about the season, or the Falcon Playhouse, visit: tix.com/ticketsales/falconplayhouse/6825.
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Marshall Music program getting back to normal By Kaila Mellos
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he Marshall Middle School (MMS) music program tuned up to a big start this year. With more than 200 students taking the elective class, Cameron Brown, MMS director of instrumental music, is prepared for a successful year of music. With a usual year ahead regarding concerts, Brown is excited to get the new and returning students back into performing. With previous years being affected by COVID precautions, this is the first year they will be moving away from the consolidated learning environment. “Hopefully, this is the last year of the post-COVID recovery plan, especially with our current enrollment. There should be no reason for me to be doing combined consolidated classes anymore,” Brown said. “We’ll be looking to open
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Promoting Tobacco-Free Schools: Fostering a tobaccofree learning environment through implementation of the district tobacco-free policy Enriching Health Education: Providing educational experiences for students to gain health literacy, make healthy decisions and adopt health promoting behavior Supporting School Health Services: Providing services to address and prevent health concerns, health emergencies and chronic health conditions “As a school district, our commitment is to foster environments where all members of the school community can learn, grow and thrive. This includes supporting the physical, mental, and social-emotional health and well-being of students and staff,” Board of Education President Sabrina Bazzo said. San Diego Unified School District has invested in a comprehensive and systemwide approach to school wellness since 2016. Every school has a designated school wellness coordinator and is encouraged to create wellness committees of staff, families, community partners and student wellness ambassadors to help ensure they are prioritizing health and wellness in all its facets. “In San Diego Unified, wellness is a comprehensive and collaborative approach that supports the whole school, whole community, and whole child,” said Kate McDevitt,
up more classes and return them to the traditional string orchestra and concert band classes, as we still have one combined band and orchestra class: the advanced band and orchestra.” Though many students enjoy being able to play in a combined setting, Brown is more than excited to get back to the way it used to be. “It’s a unique thing, and we’ve luckily been very successful in combining the classes. We’ve still been performing at a high level and earning great festival ratings, and so it’s been terrific along the way. But I’m looking forward to getting things back into their right places,” he said. With that being the only change on the horizon for the MMS music program, the program’s anticipated concert calendar remains the similar to last year’s. “We’re doing our typical
the district’s Wellness Program supervisor. “This national recognition is a wonderful opportunity to spotlight our dedicated School Wellness Coordinators, who are working to create healthier school communities. We couldn’t be more thrilled for our awardees.” The 30 San Diego Unified schools being recognized are among the 781 schools nationwide to be named as America’s Healthiest Schools for the 2022-2023 school year. Healthier Generation’s list of America’s Healthiest Schools remains one of the country’s longest-running, nationwide recognition programs honoring schools for achievements in supporting the whole health of students, teachers and staff. “This year, Healthier Generation continues to meet districts, schools and educators where they are, recognizing it takes a considerable degree of effort to serve as a model of best practice in whole child health for students, teachers, staff and community,” said Kathy Higgins, chief executive officer at Healthier Generation. “We commend America’s Healthiest Schools for demonstrating resilience and adaptability amid challenging times for our nation’s schools.” Any school can connect with Healthier Generation to access training, resources and technical assistance by visiting HealthierGeneration.org. To view the complete list of awardees, visit HealthierGeneration.org/HealthiestSchools.
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Cameron Brown directs the instrumental music program at Marshall Middle School. (photo courtesy of Cameron Brown)
performance calendar with our two winter concerts on Dec. 7, and then we’ll be hosting our festival for band and orchestra at Marshall on March 15 and 16,” Brown said. “We close out the year with our End-of-Year Pops Concert on May 23 with another two concerts for our different groups.” Brown is also hoping to fundraise at different events throughout the year with concessions and restaurant nights out, and parents of the
program will be able to take some of the students to a festival and workshops. “We’re hoping to fundraise enough to take the intermediate classes to an out-of-town festival and a theme park, like Knott’s Berry Farm. I’m also hoping to fundraise enough to take the advanced class to a Disneyland workshop called Soundtrack Sessions,” Brown said. “This will allow the students to go into a working soundtrack studio and record small snippets
of Disney music. They get to record underneath real Disney footage and then [we get] the clips to watch afterward. It’s a cool opportunity.” With fundraising being so important to provide students with outside-of-school enrichment activities, it was essential to make it easier to make donations toward the program. “Last year, we started an official parent booster group, and we now have 501(c)3 nonprofit status. So, any donations we get are fully tax deductible. The parents that comprise the board of directors have been amazing in getting it up and running,” Brown said. With two months of school is in the books, the instrumental classes are hard at work, already learning and practicing for their performances. To follow along with the calendar and to find ways to donate, visit mmsim.org.
Local students win essay contest Winners of the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library’s 30th Anniversary Essay Contest were announced at the community-wide celebration hosted by Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library on Sept. 30. Elementary school students had been asked to write an essay based on their adventures as a book in the children’s section of the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library. The winning writers are Thea Yang, first place, second, grade, Miramar Ranch Elementary School; Clara Min, second place, fourth grade, Miramar Ranch Elementary School; and Adeline Crivello, third place, fourth grade, St. Gregory the Great Catholic School. The winning essayists were invited to read their essays to
Essay contest winners were honored at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library’s 30th anniversary celebration. Pictured are (from left) Prasanna Madabushi, Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library board member and essay contest chair; Phil Gunderson, Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Branch manager; Bob Cronk, San Diego Public Library deputy director; Adeline Crivello, third place winner; Thea Yang, first place winner; Clara Min, second place winner; Marni von Wilpert, District 5 San Diego City Councilmember; and Jan McGinn, Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library president. (photo courtesy of SRFOL.
an appreciative audience. The presentation of awards was made by Bob Cronk, deputy director, San Diego Public Library; and Marni von Wilpert, San Diego District 5 City Councilmember, both of whom are Scripps Ranch residents. Essay contest winners re-
ceived a $25 gift card for the Library Shop (an independent bookstore and gift shop at the downtown Central Library) and a family membership in Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library in addition to a printed certificate. The winning essays are on display at the library.
SRHS makes Honor Roll
Scripps Ranch High School (SRHS) was named by the College Board as a gold member of the AP Honor Roll for the 2023-24 school year. The three ranking categories included college culture (gold), college credit (platinum) and college optimization (platinum). Additionally, SRHS received the AP Access Award for providing all students the chance to participate in AP, including students of underrepresented populations. For a school to be recognized on the AP School Honor Roll in a given year, it must meet each of the following criteria for its students in the most recent graduating class. These criteria are anchored in research-
based relationships between AP and college outcomes: College Culture: 40 percent or more of the graduating cohort took at least one AP Exam during high school. College Credit: 25 percent or more of the graduating cohort scored a 3 or higher on at least one AP Exam during high school. College Optimization: 2 percent or more of the graduating cohort took five or more AP Exams during high school. At least one of those exams was taken in ninth or 10th grade, so that students are spreading their AP experience across grades rather than feeling disproportionate pressure in any single year.
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SRHS head coach Karyn McCartney is leading her team into post season competition. (courtesy of Karyn McCartney)
SRHS senior Akshara Madabushi returns a shot during an 11-7 victory against Academy of Our Lady of Peace on Oct. 5. (photo by Jim Wick)
Tennis team heads into CIF competition By Hector Trujillo
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he Scripps Ranch High School women’s tennis team is looking to close out another noteworthy season as it competes in the sixday CIF-SDS team competition ending on Oct. 28. The team closed out its regular season with a 12-6 victory over Patrick Patrick Henry High on Oct. 12 to finish second in the league. Scripps Ranch played a total of 10 matches during the regular season, taking on La Jolla High School, Patrick
Henry, Academy of Our Lady of Peace, Point Loma and Cathedral Catholic twice each. “Every year is different and when you lose people you just have to keep fighting,” said head coach Karyn McCartney. “I like the positive attitude about my team and how we keep working.” The Lady Falcons kicked off the season Sept. 12 on the road against Cathedral Catholic, facing them again on Sept. 28, suffering an early season defeat to the Lady Dons. Scripps Ranch
was able to bounce back and put in several impressive individual and team performances the rest of the way including a dominating 13-5 victory over La Jolla High on Oct. 3 which, was followed by an impressive 11-7 victory over Academy of Our Lady of Peace on Oct. 5. “Those ones were really good,” McCartney said. “It’s really good to see how we keep plugging and fighting for every game and every point that we possibly can.” The regular season ended on Oct. 12 with the victory and
Senior Night against Patrick Henry High. Scripps Ranch won the 2021 CIF-SDS Girls Tennis Team Division 1 Championships as a third seed at Barnes Tennis Center in Ocean Beach. It was the team’s first championship in 28 years. The Lady Falcons were eliminated as a four-seed by top-seeded Francis Parker in the Division 1 semifinals of the CIF-San Diego Section last year. This is McCartney’s third
season at the helm. She is getting several standout performances, particularly from the likes of Shreya Bharath, Alisa Privorotskiy and Karina Ford. Western League individual competition took place at La Jolla High School starting on Oct. 16 and ending on Oct. 21 with CIF state competition about to take place on Nov. 17 and 18. The hope is that the team, led by its six seniors, will be present and ready to help Scripps Ranch High School leave its mark again.
Former SRHS player named to Comeback Player Watch List Utah Tech junior wide receiver Keith Davis was named to the 2023 Comeback of the Year watch list this month. The updated watch list, which features 49 college football student-athletes from 42 different schools, is sponsored by the College Sports Communicators in association with The Associated Press and the Fiesta Bowl Organization. Davis (6-1, 190) previously played for Scripps Ranch High School and Arizona State University. He has started in three of the six games he has played this season for Utah Tech, during which he has made seven receptions for 157 yards (22.43 ypc). He tallied a season-best 61 yards on two catches at Missouri State on Sept. 9, and caught his first touchdown pass of the year in a recent win over Stephen F. Austin, against which he caught two passes for 32 yards. Davis, who missed the entire 2022 season
due to injury, enjoyed a breakout 2021 season when he led Utah Tech with 479 receiving yards on 35 catches and two touchdowns. In all, Davis has caught at least one pass in 15 of 17 career games as a Trailblazer. Utah Tech is one of seven schools to have multiple selections make the updated list, and is only one of five NCAA Division-I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) schools represented on the list. Since 2018, the Comeback Player of the Year Award has recognized college football student-athletes from all divisions of college football for overcoming injury, illness or other circumstances. At the end of each season, a vote by a panel of college football writers, editors and sports information directors will determine the three recipients of the Comeback Player of the Year Award, which is honored at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl.
SRHS senior Sachi Wall focuses on a return during a match against Academy of Our Lady of Peace on Oct. 5. (photo by Jim Wick)
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AUTUMN SPORTS WRAPPING UP
The 2023 fall sports season in Scripps Ranch is beginning to wrap up. Scripps Ranch High teams have either finished their regular seasons or have only a few contests remaining, as some prepare to enter CIF-SDS post season competition. Other youth sports and club teams are winding down their fall ball seasons as well as autumn practice and instructional sessions.
Junior CJ Ippolito (right) skillfully maneuvers around a Bishop’s School defender, throwing her off balance in a 3-2 Scripps Ranch High varsity field hockey victory on Oct. 9. (photo by Jim Wick)
Scripps Ranch High beach volleyball player Jacob Martin digs the ball during a victory against Westview High School on Oct. 5. (photo by Jim Wick)
SRHS senior Cassius Campbell fires a pass during a 51-7 victory against Patrick Henry High on Oct. 6. The Falcons will wrap up the regular season at home against Mission Bay High on Oct. 27. (photo by Jim Wick)
Kendall Hancock takes a swing during Scripps Ranch Softball Association 12u fall ball. The fall ball season began at the end of August and lasts for eight weeks. (photo by Lisa Shadburn)
SRHS senior Kai Sarti-Guerrero defends against a High Tech San Diego High player during varsity water polo action in a 4-14 Falcons loss on Oct. 5. (photo by Jim Wick)
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AERIAL PRECISION The U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels precision aerobatics team performs precise maneuvers during the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show on Sept. 23. This photo was taken at Lakeview Park in Scripps Ranch. (photo by Lisa Shadburn)
WHAT’S UP? A curious sea lion surfaces to take a look around behind the scenes at SeaWorld San Diego on Oct 3. at the sea lion encounter area while renovations were underway at the aquatic stadium. (photo by Lisa Shadburn)
JEWELS OF THE SEA SeaWorld San Diego guests will step into a world of underwater wonders at the new “Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience exhibit” starting in 2024. Guests will be greeted by a kaleidoscope of colors and shapes in three galleries as if diving into the heart of the ocean for an up close experience. SeaWorldSanDiego.com
Lemonade for Lahaina was a huge success
Several entries were received this year for the annual summertime Scripps Ranch News Lemonade Stand Contest, and a few entrants revealed proceeds from their sales went to charities. But the description of one entry stood out because of its success. The Lindner family of Scripps Ranch visited Maui, Hawaii, this summer and witnessed the destruction from the devastating wildfires in August. The Lindners, along with friends and neighbors, organized and held a “Lemonade for Lahaina” fundraiser. Their efforts raised $2,550, which they donated to the wildfire victims. Here is the story as told by mother Jami Lindner: We juiced 25 pounds of lemons for fresh squeezed lemonade, and I baked 12 dozen sugar cookies. EJ baked 2 dozen Brookies and Talia Hight made a batch of fresh squeezed lemonade. We sold out. We had multiple people either walk up or drive by handing us cash as a donation. We had several kids take money from their piggy banks to donate, and their parents matched their contributions. Some donations came through Venmo from friends that could not make it to the lemonade stand. Most
of our customers that came for treats and lemonade overpaid and told us to keep the change for the fundraiser. It was incredible. We were extremely fortunate we were able to leave Maui unharmed. My husband and I had talked to our kids about what happened and how much people were suffering in Maui. We wanted them to realize that just because we were home and life was normal that, unfortunately, many of those still in Maui don’t have homes or clothing. My kids are 9, 6 (years old) and 6 months. The fundraiser was something they could play a major part in and help to give back. When we told friends what we wanted to do they jumped in to help. Shannon Horton helped make more signs. Her oldest son is an incredible baker and made the Brookies. The Hight family helped with lemonade and sales. The Wroblewski family helped to set up and clean up. Countless other families brought their kids to flag down people driving by. We had no idea what to expect. I was hoping to raise a few hundred dollars, but our community blew us away. This truly was a group effort and I’m so grateful for everyone who helped. WONDERS IN PAPER Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper is on display through Jan. 7 at the Mingei International Museum in Balboa Park. The exhibit features highly textured, two-dimensional works. The notion of creating beauty from an everyday object is at the heart of the museum. mingei.org
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Color in a New Light, an exhibit now open at The Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park, is a captivating journey exploring the science of color, light we can see, light we can’t see and darkness. Created with local scientists, Color in a New Light offers a deeper dive into what we might take for granted about how we perceive light and color. For instance, how black is black? What is invisible light? What is the difference between light and color? Color in a New Light boasts interactives such as a walk-in kaleidoscope, a monochrome room with sodium bulbs, an anti-gravity mirror, prisms, lenses and super-black paint. fleetscience.org
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Overture to Hansel and Gretel . . . . . . . Engelbert Humperdinck
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at the Heritage Ranch in Encinitas. This haunt will transport visitors back to the Gold Rush era to explore the doomed mining town of Bitter Gulch and come face to face with the souls who remain trapped there. Set among restored historic buildings, this experience combines authentic details, rich storytelling based on local legends and the dark history of the Gold Rush, and bone-chilling performances by professionally trained actors in period-specific costumes. Less scary experiences suitable for young children offered 5-6:30 p.m. followed by more spine-tingling presentations recommended for ages 12+ from 7 to 9 p.m., with the last entry at 8:45 p.m. 450 Quail Gardens Drive in Encinitas. hauntedtown.org
LJMS outdoor concerts
La Jolla Music Society’s popular free outdoor Wu Tsai QRT.yrd Concert series at The Conrad in La Jolla has expanded with added shows in the fall. Here are the remaining events for this season: Brightfeather
Duo – classical; Wednesday, Oct. 25, 12:30 p.m. Celebrate Día de Muertos with Mariachi Juvenil, featuring students from La Jolla Music Society’s own Community Music Center; Friday, Nov. 3, 5 p.m.; includes themed arts and crafts. theconrad.org
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‘The Sound of Music’
San Diego Junior Theatre kicks off its 76th Season with a return of the beloved classic “The Sound of Music,” running Oct. 27 to Nov. 12. “The Sound of Music” will enchant audiences with its timeless story and captivating melodies. Set in Austria on the eve of World War II, we follow the journey of Maria, a spirted young woman with a passion for music, who is sent as a governess to the seven von Trapp children. Through her challenges with this broken family, Maria discovers the transformative power of love and music in the face of adversity. JT’s popular Pajama Night is Friday, Nov. 3. Junior Theatre will provide an ASL-interpreted performance on Nov. 11 at 2 p.m. All Junior Theatre productions are performed in Balboa Park’s historic Casa del Prado Theatre, 1600 Village Place. juniortheatre.com
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Investigation of the DavisHorton House downtown. “The Davis-Horton House: Alive with Spirits from the Past?” Find out for yourself on an after-hours Paranormal Investigation presented by the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation. Touted by many as “the most haunted house in the Gaslamp Quarter,” the Davis-Horton House has become a highly popular place for investigating paranormal activities. Classic and modern ghost hunting devices will be used. Join your hosts for an evening of mystery and intrigue! $50. Since space is limited, we require that you make reservations and pay in advance for this tour. You may make your reservation via the website, or you can call for reservations at (619) 233-4692. Tickets must be purchased by 10 a.m. the day of the tour. gaslampfoundation.org
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Travis Rhett Wilson as Edgar Allan Poe (courtesy of Write Out Loud)
‘Poe & Company’
Write Out Loud, an organization founded in 2007 with a commitment to inspire, challenge and entertain by reading literature aloud for audiences of all ages, announces “Poe & Company,” an evening with Mr. Poe and literature of the macabre at the Villa Montezuma Museum in Sherman Heights, 1925 K St. Celebrate the strange, the inexplicable, the other-worldly with the Master of the Macabre, Edgar Allan Poe. “Poe & Company” is a one night only Story Concert, Oct. 28 with three showings: 6 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Seating is limited to 40 per performance. writeoutloudsd.com
Mt. Carmel Tournament of Bands
The 46th annual Mt. Carmel Tournament of bands will showcase the finest in musical and artistic pageantry, with approximately 30 high school marching bands from
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Birch Aquarium is celebrating the birth of some ravioli-sized big skates and they are just too cute not to share. (courtesy of Birch Aquarium)
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irch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego is celebrating the arrival of some ravioli-sized newborn big skates. For now, the babies will be raised in the nursery habitat in the Hall of Fishes as well as behind the scenes. As they continue to grow, they will be moved to other locations in the aquarium. A name that speaks for itself, big skates are the largest species of skates found in North America and can get upwards of 8 feet – that’s about the size of a surfboard. Despite this large size, their flat features and sandy coloration enable them to seamlessly blend into the seafloor. They have two large, black spots on their fins masquerading as oversized eyes. It’s believed these “eyes” make skates look larger, tricking potential predators from messing with them. While skates closely resemble stingrays, they are different. Skates lack a stinging barb. aquarium.ucsd.edu
across San Diego County and Southern California scheduled to compete on Oct. 28. Field performances by small bands will take place in the morning at Mt. Carmel High School’s Sundevil Stadium, with field shows by larger bands set for the afternoon and evening. Following the morning field shows will be a free parade band competition on the Mt. Carmel High School campus. Food, drink and merchandise concessions will be available during the field shows. Attendees also can enjoy an exhibition performance by San Diego State University’s marching band during the evening field show. Parking is recommended in the neighborhoods surrounding Mt. Carmel High, 9550 Carmel Mountain Road.
NOVEMBER 9 A Study of Cheese Dinner
Gather and celebrate the season overlooking the Pacific Ocean while enjoying A Study of Cheese Dinner in The Kitchen at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego’s La Jolla location, 700 Prospect St. Thursday, Nov. 9. Includes presentations of cheese paired with luxury ingredients. Four courses with welcome champagne and
canape; $110 per person. urbankitchengroup.com/ thekitchenatmcasd
NOVEMBER 19
Poway Symphony Orchestra features Eugene Drucker
The Poway Symphony Orchestra announced the opening of its 20th anniversary season with a very special performance by Eugene Drucker, violinist and founding member of the world-famous Emerson String Quartet. The concert will take place on Nov. 19 at 4 p.m. in the Poway Center for Performing Arts. Drucker’s appearance in Poway will be one of his first solo performances after wrapping up a 47-year career performing with the Emerson String Quartet. Tickets are on sale at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts website or by calling (858) 748-0505. powaysymphonyorchestra.org
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Good service means caring about you and your vehicle. If you need any kind of maintenance or+ tax repair, big orhazardous small, bring to the fee certified service technicians at Aaron Ford + taxof Poway. and $2.55 wasteitdisposal We'll get the job done right at the right price. That's the '�aron Way"! SERVICE INCLUDES: SERVICE INCLUDES: OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT, Schedule an appointment online, on the phone or just come onCHECK by. 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT ENGINE OIL CHANGE USING SYNTHETIC BLEND We'llPLUG get you back on the road in no time! AND TOE SET ENGINE OIL (UP TO 6QTS), DRAIN WASHER REPLACEMENT (IF EQUIPPED), ROTATE TIRES, DISCLAIMER: NOT APPLICABLE WITH ANY OTHER DISCOUNTS OR COUPONS. VALID COMPLETE MULTI-POINT INSPECTION DON'T MISS ONLY AT OUR DEALERSHIP. SOME VEHICLE EXCLUSIONS APPLY, SEE DEALER FOR DETHESE
LIMITED TIME SERVICE SPECIALS
DISCLAIMER: NOT APPLICABLE WITH ANY OTHER DISCOUNTS OR COUPONS. VALID ONLY AT OUR DEALERSHIP. SOME VEHICLE EXCLUSIONS APPLY, SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. PERFORMANCE VEHICLES EXCLUDED, OFF-ROAD AND COMMERICAL VEHICLES EXCLUDED. DIESEL ENGINE VEHICLES EXCLUDED. ENDS 11/30/23.
TAILS. PRICE FOR 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH TOE SET. ADDITIONAL ADJUSTMENTS MAY BE NECESSARY AT AN ADDITIONAL PRICE. DUAL REAR WHEEL VEHICLES EXCLUDED. SOME VEHICLES SLIGHTLY HIGHER. PERFORMANCE WHEELS EXCLUDED. CARBON FIBER WHEELS EXCLUDED. ENDS 11/30/23.
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