92067 Magazine - August/September 2016

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

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RANCHO SANTA FE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

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The Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society has collected, preserved, researched, and interpreted the history of Rancho Santa Fe for over 30 years. Read along as President John N. Vreeburg discusses the importance of appreciating the past in order to connect today.

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TENNIS CHAMPION FACES IN THE CROWD Natasha Tayebi STUDENT STAR Tennessee Cumming FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR DENIM & DIAMONDS GALA DON DIEGO SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT

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ORAL SURGEON PROFILE

Torrey Pines Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

BEAUTY PROFILE

SKY Facial Plastic Surgery

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RSF GARDEN CLUB AWARDS GRANTS

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IN OUR OWN BACKYARD San Diego Zoo Centennial

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Del Norte Nighthawks Youth Football & Cheer has fostered young athletes in 92127 since its founding in 2009. Learn about what’s in store for the exciting new season through our conversation with Executive Vice President Kristine Hunt.

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VALUE AND COMPOSITION

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WELL-ROUNDED YOUNG MAN

LOCAL STORIES. LOCAL PHOTOS.

Tej Gulati is making a difference at Design39Campus and beyond.

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92024 MAGAZINE PRESERVING THE PAST

For almost 30 years, the San Dieguito Heritage Museum has gathered and preserved the history of the San Dieguito River area. Read along as Executive Director Barbara Grice shares how the museum continues to cultivate an appreciation for the past.

WHO RUNS THE WORLD?

Vivian Lee pursues her dream to run marathons on all seven continents.

ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS

Darren Tkacs shares his love of surfing and his passion for the environment by volunteering with the Rob Machado Foundation.

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DEL•SOL M AGAZINE LIVING LOCAL

We’ve selected 10 hot spots in and around Del Mar and Solana Beach that should be on your list of places to visit the next time you are looking for a local getaway. If you haven’t already, take some time to discover these close-at-hand gems.

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92130 Magazine’s 2016 Real Estate Issue highlights the passion and expertise of local real estate experts.

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92009 MAGAZINE THE REAL ESTATE DEAL

Discover who’s buying, selling, and communitybuilding in our 2016 Real Estate Issue.

92129 MAGAZINE REAL ESTATE TALK Find out how the PQ community is growing and meet your local real estate professionals in 92129 Magazine’s 2016 Real Estate Issue.

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Local Tennis Champion

RSF RESIDENT COMPETES IN THE ITF YOUNG SENIORS TOURNAMENT

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ancho Santa Fe resident Carolyn Nichols represented the United States at the 2016 International Tennis Federation (ITF) Young Seniors World Team & Individual Championships. Carolyn and her two other teammates won the Alice Marble Cup and, following the team competition, Carolyn played in the Individual World Championships where she ranked #1 in the world and was seeded #2.

Carolyn has been playing tennis since she was 13 years old. She became more committed to the sport when she played on her high school team, where she was #1 on the varsity team her junior year. Both she and her father – who still plays tennis at age 91 – are members of the NorCal Tennis Hall of Fame. Now she especially enjoys traveling the world for tennis and making new friends.

Carolyn started a website (www.seniortennisblog.com) almost 20 years ago, prior to the smartphone era, when it was difficult to find results from tournaments. She would receive the tournament draw sheets via fax, and then scan and post them along with results to her website. She received positive feedback from other players, and has kept it up ever since. “I keep doing it because it’s an easier way for

tournament players and particularly their family and friends to follow them when they are in tournaments,” she said. Carolyn is also involved with tennis organizations at several levels: as a member of the United States Tennis Association (USTA) SoCal board of directors, as a member of the executive committee for the San Diego District Tennis Association, as a member of the USTA Senior Selection Group, as a member of the USTA International Committee, as the representative to the ITF Seniors Committee, and as a member of the United States International Club board of directors. Learn more about the tournament at www.itftennis.com. ¢

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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FARM-TO-TABLE DINNER Includes wine reception and live entertainment 6 p.m. | RSF Golf Club www.rsfassociation.org

AUG. 10

YAPPY HOUR Bring your four-legged friend along for treats, activities, and prizes RSVP by calling 858-756-1182 5 p.m. | RSF Golf Club www.rsfassociation.org

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INNER PHARMACY WITH MANJULA NADARAJAH Learn tools to create greater health and well-being in your life from Master Educator for The Chopra Center for Wellbeing and former Senior Technology Strategy Advisor for Shell International Manjula Nadarajah Register by calling 858-756-3041 2 p.m. | RSF Senior Center www.rsfseniors.org

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YOGA FOR HOPE Experience yoga on the center field of Petco Park, and help raise funds for cancer and diabetes research and treatments at City of Hope Fee: $45; $55 after Aug. 11 7 a.m. | Petco Park www.nationalevents.cityofhope.org

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DAILY HABITS FOR A BETTER MEMORY Lisa Randall, M.S. discusses 10 simple actions you can take every day that will help you maximize your memory 2 p.m. | RSF Senior Center www.rsfseniors.org

AUG. 24 – 25

MIDDLE SCHOOL REGISTRATION AND PICTURE DAY Rancho Santa Fe School District 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. www.rsfschool.net

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ONGOING

Garden and landscaping consulting, live entertainment, children’s activities, and more 10 a.m.

RSF Association Parking Lot www.rsfgardenclub.org

MONDAY AND WEDNESDAYS

RSF GARDEN FAIR & MARKET

SEPT. 11

SURF DOG SURF-A-THON Proceeds benefit the animals and programs at Helen Woodward Animal Center 8:30 a.m. | Dog Beach in Del Mar www.animalcenter.org

SEPT. 15

AUG. 26

NEWCOMERS’ WELCOME BBQ Rancho Santa Fe Education Foundation 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

For location and additional details visit www.rsfef.org

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FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL Rancho Santa Fe School District www.rsfschool.net

SEPTEMBER SEPT. 5

LABOR DAY

2016 ART OF FASHION SHOW & LUNCHEON Proceeds benefit The Country Friends charities The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe For more information visit www.thecountryfriends.org

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REMEMBER ME THURSDAY Yearly event to raise awareness for orphan pets All day Helen Woodward Animal Center www.animalcenter.org

MEET AND GREET WITH SUPERINTENDENT DAVID JAFFE Rancho Santa Fe School District 6 – 8 p.m. | PAC www.rsfschool.net

Weekly class led by licensed physical therapist Cathy Bobbert which teaches exercises to improve standing balance 10:45 a.m.

Rancho Santa Fe Senior Center www.rsfseniors.org

TUESDAYS

MOMS & TOTS PLAY DATES (NEWBORNS THROUGH PRESCHOOL) 11 a.m. | Private homes, parks, and local attractions www.rsfcc.org

1ST THURSDAYS

RANCHO SANTA FE ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING 9 a.m. | Association Board Room www.rsfassociation.org

RANCHO SANTA FE BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION

SEPT. 25

RSVP prior to the 10th of the month Networking: 11:15 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Lunch and speaker: 12 – 1:30 p.m.

Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club Contact alexisr@gslevine.com with additional questions

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SAN DIEGO RESTAURANT WEEK BEGINS

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RANCHO SANTA FE FARMERS MARKET 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Del Rayo Village Shopping Center www.ranchosantafefarmersmarket.com

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S P O R T S R E G I S T R AT I O N & A N N O U N C E M E N T S

BASKETBALL HOOPS CAMP (AGES 5-11) Aug. 8 – 12 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.; 1 – 4 p.m.

RSF Community Center www.rsfcc.org

GOLF ALL FORE THE COMMUNITY GOLF CLASSIC Benefits the Rancho Santa Fe Community Center Oct. 24 10 a.m. | Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club www.rsfcc.org

8TH ANNUAL LUCKY DUCK SWING & SOIREE TOURNAMENT 10 a.m. | The Santaluz Club www.luckyduckfoundation.org

FITNESS SENIOR FITNESS CLASS Weekly class led by licensed physical therapist Cathy Bobbert which teaches exercises to improve standing balance 10:45 a.m. | Rancho Santa Fe Senior Center www.rsfseniors.org

(Dates and events subject to change)

RUNNING AMERICA’S FINEST CITY HALF MARATHON AND 5K

TENNIS TENNIS CAMP (AGES 5-11) Aug. 15 – 19 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | RSF Tennis Center www.rsfcc.org

Aug. 21 Event starts at Cabrillo National Monument 5K: 6:15 a.m.

Half marathon: 6:30 a.m.

For more information visit www.afchalf.com

YOGA YOGA FOR ADULTS 8:15 a.m. | Rancho Santa Fe Community Center www.rsfcc.org

SOCCER YOUTH SOCCER REFEREE DEVELOPMENT If you’re interested in refereeing for the first time, referee classes are available for grades 8 and 9 Classes last two days and typically take place Saturdays or Sundays; dates and times vary For more information contact Kirk Koelling at rsf.refcoordinator@yahoo.com or visit www.rsfsoccer.com/referee-program.html

SOFTBALL NORTH SHORE GIRLS SOFTBALL FALL BALL Registration closes Aug. 7 www.eteamz.com/northshoregirlssoftball

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FACE S IN TH E CROWD

Leading by Example Local Teen Natasha Tayebi Makes a Difference in the Lives of Others

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MEET NATASHA Name: School: Grade: Parents: Siblings: Favorite Places in Rancho Santa Fe:

Natasha Nadia Tayebi (17) The Bishop’s School 12 Masood Tayebi and Surinder Tayebi Arya Tayebi (18) and Ardalan Tayebi (12) Thyme on the Ranch, the golf course, Rancho Valencia, Rancho Santa Fe Farmers Market

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atasha Tayebi is a teen with a mission – to lead by example and encourage others to do the same. A senior at The Bishop’s School, Natasha is involved in a program called Whatever It Takes (WIT), a college credit course that teaches high school students how to be leaders and entrepreneurs. “I first got involved with WIT in the beginning of my sophomore year. WIT is my favorite class because I love spending time with Ms. Hernholm (the WIT founder) and the other WIT students learning how we can improve our enterprises,” revealed Natasha. She is the founder of Silent Stories, an enterprise that provides art workshops to underserved populations. “This last year, we provided workshops to senior citizens at the Mary and Gary West Wellness Center in downtown San Diego. I came up with this idea because I have always felt that people have a hard time feeling that they are valued. The best way I could solve this issue was by providing art workshops that made people feel loved, valued, and heard,” explained Natasha.

Silent Stories visits the Mary and Gary West Wellness Center two-to-three Saturdays per month for two hours each visit. The group provides supplies and project ideas, helping the seniors express themselves through art.

Through WIT and Silent Stories, Natasha feels she is helping others in a unique way and is learning valuable lessons about leadership and giving back to the community. “Knowing that I created something that has a direct impact on someone’s life and that these senior citizens want to come back to my workshops is the greatest feeling,” related Natasha. In addition to Silent Stories, Natasha is also an accomplished public speaker. She was the only teen speaker at the 2016 WorldLink Conference at USD and did a TEDx talk with another WIT student.

According to Natasha, public speaking, especially in rooms full of adults, has increased her confidence tremendously.

Natasha is very family-focused and cites her father, uncle, brothers, and mother as inspirations to her. “Family is very important to me. My parents have raised us with the notion of family first. My older brother is definitely a role model to me, and my younger brother is always looking out for me and trying to make my day,” said Natasha with a smile.

Looking to the future, Natasha plans to attend college and then graduate school to study business and entrepreneurship. 

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GO DEEP!

S T U D E N T S TA R

Tennessee Cumming Is the World’s Youngest Junior Master Diver

by LINDA FRABL | photo by Soul of Photography

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ennessee (aka “T”) Cumming, a 12-year-old Rancho Santa Fe resident, recently became the youngest Junior Master Diver in the world. The certification title, awarded by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI), is a demanding one. It requires 50 open water dives, five additional specialties, and certifications for Open Water Diver, Advanced Water Diver, Emergency First Responder, and Rescue Diver. In addition to these minimum requirements, Tennessee also earned the Junior Night Diver certification through the National Organization of Underwater Instructors (NAUI).

It was at the age of eight that Tennessee first discovered his love of diving during a family vacation to Bora Bora. He became enamored

Name: School: Grade: Parents: Sibling: Favorite Local Spot:

Tennessee Cumming (12) The Winston School 6 Allison and David Cumming Case (13), Samara (8) Helen Woodward Animal Center

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by the resort’s introduction to scuba diving class, and Tennessee went on to complete several dives that week. Upon returning to the States, Tennessee continued his scuba training with weekly classes at the House of Scuba in Pacific Beach (he professed, “My instructor, Elizabeth ‘Bethy’ Driscoll, is a great teacher!”), and he’s participated in local cleanups/wrecked craft salvaging.

Elaborating on why he adores diving so much, Tennessee declared, “I really like seeing things that most people don’t get to see: the different kinds of fish, manta rays, sharks, sea urchins, octopi, and stuff like that.” Discussing his Junior Master Diver status, Tennessee admitted, “Becoming certified required a lot of hard work, focus, and not a lot of playing around, which is too bad, because my dive instructor and I love to joke around!”

Future scuba-related goals for Tennessee including more salvage diving. He exclaimed, “I would especially like to discover wrecks that have not been found yet. I also like the idea of going down really deep in submarines, and using cool gear!” Tennessee has great memories of his first shipwreck dive of a large Japanese cargo ship that was sunk during WWII off the island of Palau, which he said was his favorite dive ever.

A soon-to-be seventh grader at the Winston School in Del Mar, Tennessee enjoys his science classes the most. He proclaimed, “I can do lots of cool experiments and then I get to see what happens.” As for his professional aspirations, Tennessee hopes to become a Navy SEAL one day, and maybe even design video games on the side. He enthusiastically added, “I will also keep diving. Everyone should try it!” 

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Firefighter of the Year

BATTALION CHIEF NAMED RECIPIENT OF 2016 AWARD

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he Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District (RSFFPD) has named Battalion Chief Jim Sturtevant as the recipient of the 2016 David B. Dewey Firefighter of the Year Award. Sturtevant received the honor at the annual RSFFPD Appreciation Dinner for his dedication, sense of duty, leadership, commitment to the fire district, and customer service. Hired by the RSFFPD in 1984, Sturtevant served as a firefighter, engineer, and captain before being promoted to battalion chief in 2006. In addition to his regular assigned duties, Sturtevant has served on the hazmat committee and written grant proposals on behalf of the district, including a successful proposal that made it possible for the fire district to replace all of the firefighters’ breathing apparatus in 2009. While overseeing facility

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maintenance, he diligently saw that all corrections or construction were completed on time and under budget. “It is a true honor to be recognized by your peers,” says Fire Chief Tony Michel. “Jim Sturtevant is an outstanding battalion chief and we are privileged to have him as a member of this district.”

Formed in 1946, RSFFPD now spans approximately 38-square miles and protects over 29,000 citizens. RSFFPD works to follow the core values that define district culture, including sense of duty, pride, teamwork, appreciation, leadership, and family. The fire district currently operates out of five full-time fire stations and serves the communities within and surrounding Rancho Santa Fe, Fairbanks Ranch, and 4S Ranch. To learn more about RSFFPD visit www.rsf-fire.org. ¢

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uests shined bright in support of the Rancho Santa Fe Community Center (RSFCC) at the annual Denim & Diamonds Gala at the Del Mar Country Club. The evening was presented by Ponsaty’s, a new restaurant in Rancho Santa Fe, featuring a cocktail reception, gourmet three-course dinner, silent and live auctions, dancing, and entertainment by Republic of Music.

All proceeds from the event benefited the RSFCC, which is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that has provided local families with after-school care, youth sports leagues, outreach opportunities, and events connecting the community for over 40 years. To learn more visit www.rsfcc.org. ¢

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COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER

GIVING BACK Avid Volunteer Susan Callahan Finds Fulfillment in the Rancho Santa Fe Rotary Club

by MICHELLE TREMBLAY | photo by Jamie Allen

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usan Callahan has always been active in her community. So when she relocated from La Jolla to Rancho Santa Fe about 15 years ago, she was eager to contribute to her new neighborhood. “I heard about the great work that the Rancho Santa Fe Rotary Club was doing both locally and internationally and decided to attend a meeting,” recalled Susan. “I was immediately impressed by the sense of camaraderie among the members – I was hooked!”

Fast-forward to present day and Susan is the new president of the RSF Rotary Club.

“Although this position is a major commitment, I feel that it is also a way to say thank you to this special club from whom I have gained so much from…and love so dearly!” exclaimed Susan, whose responsibilities include running the weekly meetings and monthly board meetings, leading the board of directors, sustaining and increasing membership, and implementing successful volunteer efforts – locally and internationally.

Susan Callahan Rancho Santa Fe Former Director of Communications, International Relief Teams Community and international affairs, traveling, reading, boating, family and friends RSF Golf Club, Bistro, Mille Fleurs, Inn at RSF

With so many wonderful memories of her involvement with RSF Rotary Club, Susan looks forward to the year ahead. “I have really enjoyed Rotary’s annual trips to Mexico, where we spend the whole day handing out food and blankets to hundreds of impoverished villagers waiting in long, long lines,” she recalled.

“Rotary’s Rotarians at Work Day each April is always a lot of fun and develops great camaraderie as Rotarians around the world all work on a selected project in their individual community on the same day.”

This year, Susan is especially excited about the Taste of Rancho Santa Fe – RSF Rotary’s major annual fundraiser held on Oct. 9 at the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe. “It’s a popular wine and food event which raises thousands of dollars in support of the work of worthy nonprofits that address the needs of women, children, seniors, and military families,” explained Susan. “This event is fast becoming a favorite way to while away a Sunday afternoon in beautiful Rancho Santa Fe – and all for a great cause!”

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Aside from her time spent with RSF Rotary Club, Susan and her husband Eamon love traveling. “But my commitment as president of the RSF Rotary for the next year will somewhat affect the scope of our adventures for a while,” she noted. It’s a small sacrifice for Susan, however. “Joining the RSF Rotary Club has not only allowed me to find a way to be of service, but also has provided an opportunity for me to get to know and work with many of Rancho Santa Fe’s civic leaders as well as dynamic members of the local legal, banking, nonprofit, and real estate professions,” she shared. “Working together to try to make a difference for others is truly bonding. We join with Rotarians around the world who are helping to empower youth, improve health, promote peace, and advance our communities in all corners of the globe.” 

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Rancho Santa Fe Rotary Club www.rsfrotary.com

Local Wins Don Diego Scholarship TORREY PINES HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT AMONG 12 RECIPIENTS

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orrey Pines High School senior Sofia Davis was one of 12 recipients of the Don Diego Scholarship this year. The Don Diego Scholarship Foundation has awarded a total of $40,500 in college scholarships to outstanding students embarking on their studies this fall.

Eligibility was open to San Diego County high school seniors who participated in the San Diego County Fair or other activities associated with the Del Mar Fairgrounds in one of four categories: FFA, 4H, Employee, and Exhibitor. Sofia won a $5,000 Employee award from the foundation following an internship at Palomar Medical Center and working at an ice cream stand at the fair. “I had so much fun,” she said, “The paycheck was just an added bonus!” Sofia was a standout student at Torrey Pines, where she earned a 4.30 GPA and amassed diverse academic honors and praise from her instructors. She will attend UCSD in the fall,

where she plans to major in global health and eventually become a pediatrician.

All 12 of the scholarship recipients come from varied backgrounds and have a wide array of talents, skills, and interests. Don Diego Chair Jon Liss said, “All share key traits: they are without a doubt among the most authentic, idealistic, dedicated, intelligent, ambitious, and selfless young adults in our area.

We are confident that each will attain success, give back to their community, and help build a better San Diego and a better world.”

The Don Diego Scholarship Foundation was named for Don Diego, AKA Tom Hernandez, who served as the fair’s welcoming goodwill ambassador from 1947 to 1984. Since its inception in 1986, the foundation has awarded approximately $797,000 in scholarships to 177 students and in agriculture education grants. Learn more at www.dondiegoscholarship.org. ¢

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Cycle for Life

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will host its premiere fundraising event, CF Cycle for Life, on Saturday, Oct. 1. The annual event is a fully supported ride with route options of 32 and 62 miles through some of the most picturesque terrain in San Diego. There will be breakfast, a post-ride party, fully stocked rest stops every 10 to 12 miles, bike mechanics for bicycle maintenance and repair, ride marshals to cheer you along the way, and plenty of support vehicles to help you complete the ride. CF Cycle for Life empowers participants to come together and take action in finding a cure for cystic fibrosis in a tangible, emotional, and powerful way. The event will start at the Church of the Nativity on El Apajo Road in Rancho Santa Fe, with check-in beginning at 6 a.m. and a race start time of 7 a.m. There is a fundraising minimum of $150 for all participants. For more information visit www.cff.org or contact Laurent Quenaud at lquenaud@cff.org.

Baseball and Softball Batting Cage

New RSFSD Superintendent Following an extensive nationwide search, the Rancho Santa Fe School District Governing Board and current Superintendent Lindy Delaney have selected David Jaffe as the finalist for the position of superintendent. David has over 20 years of experience in education. Prior to being chosen as superintendent, he was serving as the principal of Torrey Pines High School.

Previously, he served as the founding principal at Canyon Crest Academy, executive director of curriculum and assessment at San Dieguito Union High School District, and principal at Chabad Hebrew Academy. David holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from UCLA, a master’s degree in education administration from Cal State San Marcos, and a teaching credential from USD. Ratification of David’s employment contract took place in July, and the governing board is looking forward to a successful transition of leadership between Lindy and David.

The Rancho Santa Fe School District is committed to student learning, fostering a caring community, and building exceptional student character. Learn more at www.rsfschool.net.

RSF Garden Fair & Market photo courtesy of RSF Garden Club

The Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club will hold its second Garden Fair & Market on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of the Rancho Santa Fe Assocation.

A free event open to horticultural enthusiasts of all ages, the market will feature garden and landscape consulting, plant and garden-related gifts for sale, rebates from the Santa Fe Irrigation District, farmers market food trucks, and more.

Young visitors will be able to enjoy kids activities such as face painting and musical entertainment from a live DJ. Learn more about the RSF Garden Club – which strives to further the advancement of charitable horticulture and charitable conservation activities – and the Garden Fair & Market at www.rsfgardenclub.org.

San Diego Restaurant Week

North County’s Little Rookies and AllStar Baseball and Softball Academy has been bringing the baseball fundamentals to events around town with their new portable batting cage. The cage debuted at the Ocean Air Elementary School Carnival in April, with a follow-up showing at the Kids Expo at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. “What a hit!” said Coach Kurtis Swanberg, who runs the Little Rookies program and has been coaching for over 20 years. “The batting cage comes with a pitching machine, balls, bats, a screen for the pitcher, and more.” He also has an 80 by 50-foot soccer arena that comes with 12 soccer balls and drill cones – both sets of equipment set up in 10 minutes anywhere with enough space, and are available for local parties and special events.

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San Diego Restaurant Week will celebrate local this fall by showcasing the fresh and delicious ingredients that our region is known for from Sept. 25 to Oct. 2. San Diego residents and visitors alike benefit from the year-round growing season, providing access to seasonal, nutritious, and hyperlocal food. Over 180 restaurants throughout San Diego county are set to participate in Restaurant Week this year, offering multiple-course prix-fixe menus. Wine from locally grown grapes or craft beer become natural pairings alongside your meal. Local produce and seafood will shine in vibrant and flavorful cuisines carefully crafted by chefs who are eager to continue San Diego’s growing legacy as one of the hottest dining destinations in the country.

The San Diego County chapter of the California Restaurant Association (CRA) is part of the oldest restaurant association in America, constantly striving to improve the restaurant business while giving back to the community. So join over 150,000 diners to celebrate San Diego’s thriving culinary scene. Tickets are not necessary but reservations are recommended. For more information visit www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com.

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6th Annual Bags & Baubles

Small Business of the Year

The Foundation for Animal Care and Education (FACE) hosted its 6th Annual Bags & Baubles silent auction to raise funds and awareness for local pets in need of life-saving veterinary care.

Over 450 guests enjoyed appetizers, wine, and desserts while shopping through hundreds of designer handbags, jewelry, sunglasses, and other accessories. These items were auctioned to raise funds for families struggling to save their beloved pets from “economic euthanasia,” when a pet is euthanized for a treatable medical condition due to financial hardship of the owner.

Among guests was FACE success story Lulu the Doxie. After suffering from Intervertebral Disc Disease from acute trauma, Lulu was saved in 2011 by the foundation and has been a beloved Bags & Baubles mascot ever since. To date, FACE has saved the lives of over 1,500 family pets. This year the event raised over $125,000, which will benefit pets in need of emergency veterinary care, like Lulu. To learn more visit www.face4pets.org.

Assemblymember Brian Maienschein recently recognized Bernardo Winery and its owners, Ross Rizzo, Jr. and Veronica HallRizzo, as the 2016 Small Business of the Year for the 77th Assembly District for their support of the local community and commitment to customer service. “Small businesses like Bernardo Winery are the backbone of California’s economy,” said Maienschein. “Bernardo Winery has created employment opportunities for local residents and has a long-standing tradition of great service to our community.”

Established in 1889, Bernardo Winery is one of the oldest continuously operating wineries in California. Nestled in the inland valleys of San Diego County and family-owned and operated since 1927, the winery’s ownership and staff are passionate about maintaining the beautifully nostalgic winery, sharing family traditions, and serving delicious wine. “We are honored to receive the Small Business of the Year award,” said Ross. “Bernardo Winery is committed to our local community, and we strive to give customers the best service possible while creating memorable experiences every day.”

The Patriots Connection Grants The Rancho Santa Fe Foundation’s Patriots Connection program awarded a total of $100,200 in grants to nine nonprofit programs serving active duty military members, veterans, and their families in San Diego County. The grants were awarded in four categories of support for the military community: basic needs, education and jobs, physical and mental health, and social and personal connections. Grant recipients included: 211 San Diego, Camp Pendleton ASYMCA, Operation Homefront, Support The Enlisted Project (STEP), Easter Seals of Southern California, Workshops for Warriors, Physician Advocates for Veterans (PAVE), Warrior Foundation Freedom Station, and Wreaths Across America.

“Rancho Santa Fe Foundation is proud to be able to continue its long history of supporting military members in our community,” said Grants and Projects Committee Chair Paula Powers. Since 2009, the Patriots Connection has awarded over 125 grants totaling more than $1 million to nonprofits serving the local military community. For more information visit www.rsffoundation.org/the-patriots-connection.

Taste of Rancho Santa Fe The Rotary Club of Rancho Santa Fe’s 4th Annual Taste of Rancho Santa Fe event will be held on Sunday, Oct. 9, from 4 to 7 p.m.

Guests will have the opportunity to stroll through the grounds of the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe while sampling local fine wines and beverages. Local restaurants will also be offering a taste sampling of their best dishes and desserts. Other evening highlights will include live entertainment by top musicians as well as a silent auction and raffle.

The heart of the Rotary Club is to help others. With that in mind, the proceeds from this Rotary event will benefit: San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, Women’s Empowerment International, ConnectMed International, Miracle Babies, The Vision For Children Foundation, Voices For Children, STEP, JC Cooley Foundation, RSF Community Center, and the RSF Rotary Foundation. For more information visit www.tasteofrsf.org.

Art of Fashion Clothing by world-renowned designers will dazzle on the runway as The Country Friends celebrates 62 years of philanthropy with its annual Art of Fashion Show & Luncheon at the historic Inn at Rancho Santa Fe on Sept. 15 to benefit over 30 San Diego County-based charities. Terri Salyers-Chivetta and Cheri Salyers will serve as this year’s co-chairs with Fox 5 News anchor Kathleen Bade serving as emcee.

The event, held in partnership with South Coast Plaza for the twelfth straight year, will begin with a champagne reception and photo lounge, followed by the runway show, lunch, and shopping. It will conclude with the South Coast Plaza social, featuring a signature cocktail and dessert. In keeping with tradition, the event will also recognize those who have given their time and talents to help further the organization’s mission.

Since its founding in 1954, The Country Friends has raised more than $13 million to support human care agencies, with special emphasis on services to women, children, the elderly, and those with disabilities. For details visit www.thecountryfriends.org.

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1. RSF resident Carolyn Nichols at the ITF Seniors Singles Final in Helsinki.

2. Rancho Santa Fe Rotarians attended the 2016 Governor’s Award Dinner at The La Jolla Marriott. 3. The FACE Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides financial assistance to pet owners who cannot afford emergency veterinary care for their companions, helps save its 1,500th pet, a SpanielRetriever mix named Emma. 4. Enjoying the RSF Fourth of July parade.

Photo by Robin Chappelow. 5. Encinitas Chamber of Commerce holds a ribbon cutting ceremony for Links to Coast Realty Group, which serves areas from Ranch Santa Fe to Carlsbad and beyond.

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he Rancho Santa Fe community honored its heritage in early June at Celebrate Osuna, a festival at Osuna Ranch. The event showcased the history of the ranch, which dates back to the 1830s and is home to an 185-year-old adobe home, one of California’s oldest. About 300 people stepped back in time, taking tours of the adobe, making bricks, playing horseshoes, enjoying an old-time BBQ, and tasting tequila.

Osuna Ranch is also a working equestrian facility, and visitors were treated to a horseback riding demonstration and enjoyed walking the 27-acre property, which includes 34 horse stalls, open grass pastures for grazing, two arenas, and training

by Hap Hansen Stables. The event was a collaborative effort co-sponsored by the RSF Association Osuna Committee, the RSF Garden Club, the RSF Historical Society, and the RSF Village Vibrancy Committee. ¢

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Keeping History

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s one of the first planned communities in the United States, Rancho Santa Fe is steeped in rich layers of California history.

Headquartered in the historic La Flecha House, where some of the very first Rancho Santa Fe residents once lived, the Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society works to preserve the past and educate the Rancho Santa Fe community about this special place they call home. Join us as we talk with RSFHS President John N. Vreeburg about how the organization is connecting and involving the community in celebrating its deep-rooted heritage.

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CAN YOU GIVE US SOME OF THE HISTORY OF THE RANCHO SANTA FE HISTORICAL SOCIETY? The Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society was founded in 1984 with the primary purpose of preserving the history and educating the Rancho Santa Fe community through collecting documents, photographs, and artifacts, and documenting its historic buildings, architects, planners, and residents who kept the vision of the special community of Rancho Santa Fe alive. The five founders were Pat Cologne, Eleanor Shefte, Sandy Somerville, Gwen Whitehead, and Marcia Van Liew.

WHAT IS THE MISSION OF THE RANCHO SANTA FE HISTORICAL SOCIETY? To collect, preserve, research, and interpret the documents, photographs, and artifacts that connect us to Rancho Santa Fe and its past.

The organization has developed a plan to be more succinct in increasing the community’s awareness and appreciation of our history, and our historical sites and structures. Efforts are ongoing to include its residents to participate in the future activities of the historical society.

HOW DOES THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY STAY CONNECTED WITH THE RSF COMMUNITY? We continue to connect with the RSF community by developing educational programs for the local schools, providing an ongoing series of speakers, and by participating in events such as Rancho Days, the Fourth of July Parade, and unique events collaborating with other groups in the community such as the recent Celebrate Osuna neighborhood party. This year’s Rancho Days will include our Fandango Celebration taking

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place on Oct. 7. We also have our website, Facebook, and e-Blasts that we send out regarding happenings with the Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society. We are famous far and wide for our RSF Home Tours, and more recently our Barn Tour in 2015, with the next tour to take place in July 2017. As a member of the historical society, you receive our quarterly newsletter and discounts to the many events, along with knowing that you are supporting an important organization within the community given the responsibility of being the keeper of the community history.

HOW DOES THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY FUND ITS PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS?

We receive funds to operate on a regular schedule through our memberships and sponsors. We ask for donors to assist with special programs we hold each year, and we offer lectures and local trips to both members and non-members. These lectures and trips are related to our history and developments within our community and surrounding area. Our building, La Flecha House, is nearly 100 years old and requires some careful attention in order to maintain it. In addition, past programs such as the digitization of the archives, maintenance

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“The community of Rancho Santa Fe reveals itself through layers of California history.

History that moves from a Spanish pueblo to a Mexican rancho to an ambitious horticultural experiment gone awry, and finally to an inspired planned community. The very name Rancho Santa Fe – the namesake of the Santa Fe Railway – is a result of the marriage of these historical eras testifying to life in Southern California during the 19th and 20th centuries. This extraordinary tract of land continues to convey its history even today.”

– From the Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society’s book Rancho Santa Fe, published in 2010

of the La Flecha House, etc., have been primarily provided by the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation and the San Diego County Community Enhancement Grant Programs. We continue to look for additional support to ensure the sustainability of the organization.

DO YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC EVENTS COMING UP SOON THAT THE COMMUNITY SHOULD KNOW ABOUT? Our major fundraiser for this year, Fandango, will be held on Oct. 7 during Rancho Days.

It will be located at the beautiful La Flecha House. Fandango will include dinner, dancing to a live band, margaritas, door prizes, and additional special events. We do have other events – some that are for only members or sponsors – throughout the year, notably during the spring and Christmas season.

DOES THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY NEED VOLUNTEERS? IF SO, WHAT KINDS OF POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE AND HOW CAN PEOPLE GET INVOLVED?

BESIDES VOLUNTEERING, WHAT OTHER WAYS CAN COMMUNITY MEMBERS GET INVOLVED WITH THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY?

We are always looking for volunteers and in increasing our membership and sponsors.

We could use members that will get involved with our docent work at the museum, and to help with the cataloging and digitizing of our archives. It is our hope to develop a docent list that will enable us to keep the museum open on the weekends in addition to our regular weekly hours. There is a period of learning about our history before taking that responsibility, but once you work at La Flecha House you can’t help but love it. Those interested should contact our administrator Sharon Alix at 858-756-9291.

By joining the Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society, community members get the chance to help preserve the history of RSF. As members, you receive discounted attendance at any of the RSFHS events, and discounts for purchase of books or historical photos. By participating in our events as attendees or sponsors, community members show their support for the services we offer to the community. As a nonprofit organization, we rely on funds raised at our events to help us fulfill our mission and continue our programs in the schools, our oral history program, and the maintenance and sharing of our archives and La Flecha House.

ALIVE RANCHO SANTA FE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

AT-A-GLANCE President: John N. Vreeburg Website: www.rsfhs.org

Facebook: Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society Email: info@rsfhs.org

Phone: 858-756-9291

Address: P.O. Box 1/6036 La Flecha Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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ALIVE WHEN AND WHERE DOES THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEET?

Our board of directors meets on the third Tuesday of each month at La Flecha House on the corner of La Flecha and Via de Santa Fe in the village of Rancho Santa Fe. Membership events include the frequent informational meetings along with our annual holiday party and annual membership meeting.

PLEASE GIVE US A LITTLE BIT OF THE HISTORY BEHIND LA FLECHA HOUSE. The first residence of Rancho Santa Fe: Lilian Rice designed the building located at the corner of La Flecha and Via de Santa Fe. Built in 1921, La Flecha House was one of the first all-electric homes in the county and the first public library in the village, along with many additional occupants over the years. La Flecha House has a rich history of ownership and through the support of O. Rea Mowery and the generosity of the last owners, E.L. and Marguerite Reitz, in 1988, the RSFHS found a home at La Flecha House. On display there is the Reitz’s antique and art collection in addition to the documents, photos, and artifacts relative to the history of Rancho Santa Fe. CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT YOUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS? WHY ARE THEIR POSITIONS CRUCIAL FOR THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S SUCCESS? Our board is comprised of community members that have a history of participating in the perpetuation of the ideals of Rancho Santa Fe and the Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society. Either by living or working here in RSF, they have donated hundreds of hours to keep the history of RSF and its residents alive and our connection with the community growing. We continually strive to grow the board with additional members who have an interest in creating and implementing a sustainability plan to keep the historical society relevant and thriving.

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WHY DO YOU THINK THIS ORGANIZATION IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE RANCHO SANTA FE COMMUNITY?

The Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society has the predominant position and responsibility of preserving the history of RSF and educating its current and future residents on the special place that they call their home. We, along with a number of additional nonprofit organizations, enhance the experience of living in such a historic community.

WHAT DO YOU MOST ENJOY ABOUT WORKING WITH THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY? Every time we walk into La Flecha House, we feel the presence of the history that makes this home and community so special. As we work toward preserving this very special place, we are reminded of the importance of communicating the history of this special community. With continued support from the community, we look forward to continuing to bring the importance of history to its residents.

WHAT ARE THE ORGANIZATION’S SHORT-TERM AND LONG-TERM GOALS? The short-term goals include the continued efforts to make the history within the archives housed at La Flecha House more accessible to the community and area residents. We strive to reach out to the community for continued support to allow us to maintain this very special place in our history. Our long-term goal is to enhance the experience of the Rancho Santa Fe community by educating the residents about the very special place in which they live.

IF YOU COULD GRANT ONE WISH FOR THE RANCHO SANTA FE HISTORICAL SOCIETY, WHAT WOULD THAT WISH BE? Our wish is to establish an endowment fund to provide more consistent funding predictability and allow the

historical society to continue to enhance our programs and realize our mission statement of educating the community.

ARE THERE ANY FUN FACTS ABOUT RANCHO SANTA FE HISTORY THAT OUR READERS MIGHT FIND INTERESTING OR AMUSING? With a recent grant from the San Diego Community Enhancement Fund, we were able to digitize about 25 years of newspaper print that is now available for viewing at the La Flecha House.

In reviewing many of the articles over that period, it is interesting to see that in the commentary sections of the papers, many of the same topics of contention brought up today were expressed in the recent past history of the community.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE THAT YOU WOULD LIKE OUR READERS TO KNOW ABOUT THE RANCHO SANTA FE HISTORICAL SOCIETY? The Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society has traditionally operated with a few hard-working board members that see the value of preserving the history of this fine area and ensuring that the current and future residents have an appreciation for the community in which they live. We are striving to identify those within the community with like-minded interest in preserving and educating the residents so as to ensure the sustainability of the historical society. ¢

DID YOU KNOW?

Singer and actor Bing Crosby was an early resident of Rancho Santa Fe. As an avid and skillful golfer, Crosby first organized the golf tournament that is today known as the National Pro-Am. Initially conceived by Crosby as a more casual event, or “clambake” as he called it, the first tournament was held at Crosby’s local club in Rancho Santa Fe in 1937.

RANCHO SANTA FE HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESIDENT

AT-A-GLANCE Name: John N. Vreeburg

Education: B.A. of economics from SUNY Fredonia Profession: Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Professional Family: Wife – Gina, real estate agent with Sotheby’s International Real Estate; Daughter – Paige (23), graduate of Sonoma State; Son – Nicholas (21), mechanical engineering student at TCU Hobbies & Interests: Proud president of the Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society, skiing (as time allows), working out

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ORAL SURGEON PROFILE

Compassionate Kind-Hearted, Professional, and

Dr. Tarkan Sidal and His Staff at Torrey Pines Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Serve Patients with Warmth and Kindness

by JENNIFER FRAKES | photo by Zeena Gregg Photography

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t Torrey Pines Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Tarkan Sidal, D.D.S., M.D., and his staff believe in providing their patients with excellent customer service and personalized attention. The atmosphere at Torrey Pines Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is welcoming and relaxing. Patients can be certain that any and all necessary procedures will be explained, and all questions will be answered. “I treat my patients with warmth and compassion, just as I want to be treated when I am at the doctor’s office. Our patients are like family.

Patients are never rushed, and consultations are detailed and comforting,” explained Dr. Sidal.

– Tarkan Sidal, The practice offers a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, ranging from dental implant surgery, bone grafting, and wisdom teeth removal to trauma reconstruction, corrective jaw surgery, and pathology. “I manage a wide variety of problems that include diagnosing and treating orofacial pain, facial injuries, and fractures. If surgery is necessary, most procedures are performed right here in our office. If a hospital stay is required, I am on staff at Sharp Memorial

Hospital, Rady Children’s Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital, Scripps Clinic, and the University of California, San Diego,” stated Dr. Sidal.

Oral and maxillofacial surgery requires a minimum of four additional years of hospitalbased surgical and anesthesia training after graduation from dental school. In addition, Dr. Sidal completed medical school at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine, a general surgery internship, a chief resident appointment in oral and maxillofacial surgery, and a prestigious fellowship in oral and maxillofacial surgery. According to D.D.S., M.D. staff and patients, Dr. Sidal’s expertise, as well as his warm and kind heart, set him apart.

Dr. Sidal is quick to point out that Torrey Pines Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is very responsive to patients requiring emergency treatment. “We do our best to accommodate emergency patients, such as those with a cracked tooth or who are in pain, and see them the same day they call in,” stated Dr. Sidal, who added that the staff maintains credentials with American Heart Association

“Our patients are like family. Patients are never rushed, and consultations are detailed and comforting.”

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The practice is conveniently located in the Scripps Medial Building in Carmel Valley.

The building offers ample parking at no cost.

To find out more about Dr. Sidal and the staff of Torrey Pines Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery visit www.torreypinesoms.com. ¢

At-A-Glance Business: Torrey Pines Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Owner: Tarkan Sidal, D.D.S., M.D. Year of Establishment: 1977 Address: Scripps Medical Building, 12395 El Camino Real, Suite 304, San Diego, CA 92130 Phone: 858-793-3393 Email: info@torreypinesoms.com Website: www.torreypinesoms.com Business Description: They specialize in advanced surgical methods for the mouth, face, and jaws including: dental implant surgery, wisdom teeth removal, facial trauma reconstruction, and corrective jaw surgery.

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elen Woodward Animal Center held its 28th Annual Spring Fling Gala at Fairbanks Village Plaza in early June.

The sold-out Wizard of Oz-themed event was hosted by KUSI’s Mark Mathis and Shelly Dunn from the Dave, Shelly, and Chainsaw Show on 100.7 KFMBFM. The evening began with elegance as 400 guests enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, fuzzy VIPs, and a silent auction. Attendees then enjoyed a taste-portioned dinner of classic and innovative dishes from 17 of San Diego’s top restaurants, including Searsucker Del Mar, The Fish Market, Piatti Restaurant, The Melting Pot La Jolla, Truluck’s Seafood, Steaks & Crab House, Casa Sol Y Mar, and the

Pacifica Del Mar, to name a few.

The gala was a hugely successful fundraiser for the animals and programs at Helen Woodward, an organization that receives no government funding and relies heavily on tax-deductible contributions from private donors to continue their life-saving mission.

Helen Woodward Animal Center is a unique nonprofit that has been committed to the philosophy of people helping animals and animals helping people for over 40 years. The center provides a variety of services that benefit the community through educational and therapeutic programs for people, and humane care and adoption for animals. Helen Woodward strives to inspire and teach, both locally and globally, the importance of the animalhuman bond. To learn more visit www.animalcenter.org. ¢

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“When having plastic surgery done, it is incredibly important to trust the doctor who will be operating on you, and Dr. Yoo and his staff earned my trust,” shared a patient. “The results are fantastic; I couldn’t be happier! The work that was done looks incredibly natural and I am so grateful that I had Dr. Yoo do my surgery.”

SKY has its own private surgery center, enabling Dr. Yoo to operate five days a week, including Fridays and Saturdays, the two most popular days with patients. The surgery center is fully accredited, ensuring patient safety is at the highest. With only one surgery going on at a time, surgery patients enjoy being the sole focus of the entire facility.

About 90 percent of the surgeries Dr. Yoo performs focus on either the neck, eyes, or nose. He also performs all injections himself, including Botox and volume-adding fillers. “I am blown away by how awesome Dr. Yoo did – he is the best. I am so excited and happy with the results,”

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AT -A-GLANCE Name of Business: SKY Facial Plastic Surgery Owner/Manager: Husband and wife team and Verrazzano residents Dr. Sirius K. Yoo and Amber N. Yoo, M.B.A. Year of Establishment: 2010 Address: 16918 Dove Canyon Rd. #208, San Diego, CA 92127 Website: skyfacialplasticsurgery.com Email: hello@skyfps.com Phone: 858-381-4801 Description of Business: Located just east of RSF in 4S Ranch, SKY specializes in cosmetic surgery of the face and neck – such as rhinoplasty, facelift, brow lift, and blepharoplasty – and combines surgery with laser treatments, chemical peels, Botox, fillers, and skin care for results that look natural. reported a recent patient. “I have never seen my face look this good.”

Apparently the word is spreading. Dr. Yoo continues to earn a spot in Ranch & Coast Magazine’s Best of San Diego Issue, is named a Healthcare Champion finalist by San Diego Business Journal, and is regularly featured in San Diego Magazine’s Top Doctor Issue. “We are incredibly grateful our community continues to recognize us as their top choice when it comes to cosmetic surgery for the face,” said Dr. Yoo. ¢ SPECIAL ADVERTISEMENT

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Among the 12 grant recipients were Osuna Adobe Restoration Fund at the RSF Foundation and the Rancho Santa Fe Library Guild.

The Osuna Adobe Restoration Fund received $7,500 to create a demonstration garden of labeled, drought-tolerant plants that are appropriate for Rancho Santa Fe landscapes for the enjoyment and education of community members. The garden will have an accessible overlook to take advantage of the views from the canyon edge and will also form the beginning of what will eventually be an interpretive trail that follows the entire rim of the canyon within the Osuna Ranch property.

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Other grant recipients include: San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, Friends of San Pasqual Academy, San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy, Boys & Girls Club of Carlsbad, Encinitas Historical Society, San Diego Botanic Garden, Carmel Creek Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary PTA, Skyline Elementary School, and MiraCosta College Foundation.

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by SCOTT VOAK

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e in North County are lucky. Most homes sell pretty quickly (okay, those of you sitting on $3M homes for sale, you are the exception right now). However, there often comes a time as a seller when it is necessary to reduce your asking price. Before doing so, you should of course look at your marketing. Do your photos make your house look as good as they should? Is it staged well? Do you have a 3D tour and a live video, and are they being seen by buyers? How many people have seen your home on the MLS, Zilllow, Realtor.com, Facebook? Your agent should have a good case for lowering your price.

The tired solution of “it hasn’t sold, so let’s drop the price” should not be blindly accepted.

I tell my new sellers that I am going to invest a lot of money selling their home between photos, 3D tours, live video, social media marketing campaigns, and Market Premier Launch Parties. My goal is that every potential buyer for your home is aware that is it on the market within five days of it hitting the MLS. If I do that, one of three things will happen: 1) It will sell. 2) We will get a lot of traffic, but no (or low) offers – that means buyers liked the online presentation and marketing and saw the value, but didn’t like something when they got to the house. My job then is to find out what went wrong. 3) Nobody comes to see the house – this means they saw all the advertising and house specs, looked at the price, and decided we are priced too high.

My job when I list your home is to be your home’s advertising agency.

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no buyers show up, then and only then do we need to look at price. But if price is the problem, how far should you reduce the price?

In San Diego, homes typically sell within 3% of their asking price. So, if your asking price is within 3% of the perceived market value, then you should be seeing offers. If you aren’t, you need to drop at least 3% to have a realistic chance of attracting offers (a $5,000 reduction on an $800,000 price isn’t a reduction, it’s wishful thinking). That’s not to say a 1% reduction won’t work, but if you’re not getting offers, you are probably priced at least 3% over market. If you nibble 1% at a time, your home will be on the market longer, causing buyers to wonder what is wrong with it. The 3% reduction might be painful when you were expecting to take more money out of the sale, but history has shown it is the minimum reduction that works. ¢

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Beds Baths Est SF

Beds

Baths

Est SF

Price

5

6

5,247

$2,480,000

17410 Via De Fortuna

4

5

5,193

$2,520,000

18312 Via Ambiente

5

7

6,290

$2,550,000

$1,295,000

16750 Via De Los Rosales

4

5

4,764

$2,550,000

$1,295,967

5770 El Montevideo

4

3

3,140

$2,555,000

2,562

$1,350,000

6235 Camino del Pajaro

5

7

8,760

$2,600,000

2,142

$1,400,000

5489 Calle Chaparro

4

5

5,853

$2,625,000

4

2,582

$1,450,000

16270 Via Del Alba

5

6

6,870

$2,675,000

4

5

4,579

$1,575,000

16957 Mimosa Place

4

4

4,907

$2,900,000

8034 El Cielo

4

5

3,831

$1,620,000

4615 La Noria

4

5

5,000

$2,950,000

7317 Siete Leguas

5

4

4,270

$1,625,000

4712 El Nido

5

6

6,057

$3,000,000

6727 Las Colinas

3

3

2,977

$1,725,000

6177 El Tordo

10

10

6,990

$3,000,000

15557 El Camino Real

5

5

3,951

$1,757,250

4763 El Mirlo

6

7

6,640

$3,100,000

6320 La Valle Plateada

4

4

4,299

$1,800,000

18072 Rancho La Cima Corte

4

6

7,298

$3,100,000

17270 Circa Del Norte

4

5

4,300

$1,865,000

7721 Camino de Arriba

6

7

8,100

$3,155,000

7074 Calle Portone

4

5

3,128

$1,875,000

16625 Via Lago Azul

4

5

5,009

$3,190,000

6151 Rancho Diegueno

6

7

5,407

$1,900,000

17521 Via De Fortuna

5

8

10,469

$3,300,000

3315 Cerros Redondos

5

6

5,535

$1,900,000

6697 Calle Ponte Bella

4

5

6,110

$3,525,000

17323 Circa Del Norte

6

7

7,282

$2,000,000

6077 San Elijo

4

4

6,700

$3,700,000

16505 Zumaque

7

8

5,287

$2,018,880

5112 San Elijo

4

6

7,467

$4,030,000

3109 Cerros Redondos

5

6

5,400 $2,075,000

6336 El Sicomoro

4

6

5,587

$4,175,000

7720 Camino De Arriba

5

7

6,214

$2,100,000

15753 El Camino Real

6

7

6,300

$4,331,850

7839 Camino De Arriba

4

5

5,570 $2,230,000

15753 El Camino Real

6

7

6,300

$4,331,850

6917 Corte Spagna

4

6

3,836 $2,300,000

6934 Las Colinas

7

8

7,200

$5,150,000

6903 Calle Portone

4

6

3,797

$2,400,000

6260 Lago Lindo

4

9

8,855

$5,150,000

6176 Avenida Alteras

6

6

6,021

$2,400,000

5560 La Crescenta

6

7

7,908

$7,000,000

14418 Strawberry Road

4

5

5,150

$2,450,000

4051 Avenida Brisa

3

3

3728 Paseo Vista Famosa

3

3

16023 Avenida Calma

3

4

8878 Via Rancho Cielo -#76

4

5

7931 Silvery Moon Lane

4

5

16214 Via Pacifica

3

2

15816 Via Del Alba

3

2

7315 Noche Tapatia

4

8795 Avenida Mirador -#73

1,850

Price

Address

$820,000

6852 Via Del Charro

2,129

$840,000

3,092

$1,055,000

3,963 3,881

(complete list of homes sold in 92067 at www.92067magazine.com)

Information is compiled from a variety of databases and published by Susco Media Inc. for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction is strictly prohibited. Sales statistics are not affiliated with or provided by any participating advertiser or real estate professional contained in this publication. Properties contained in this list and online were sold by a variety of real estate brokers. Information considered reliable, but not guaranteed. Please check with a licensed real estate professional for more information. Not all sales are listed.

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aterfalls cascading over rocks into pools below, the sun peeking through thick foliage, faint sounds of birds chirping and monkeys laughing in the distance... It's easy to forget for a moment that you're not actually strolling through the jungle! And that is the beauty of the worldfamous San Diego Zoo: it connects people closely with animals in the most natural way possible. The San Diego Zoo, operated by San Diego Zoo Global, has been a pioneer in the zoological sphere since its inception in 1916, from being among the first in the world to build innovative open-air grotto exhibits to making key contributions to medical research, natural science, and wildlife conservation.

This year the zoo celebrates its centennial anniversary – 100 years of trials and triumphs, fun memories, and, of course, lots of fascinating animals!

With over 3,500 rare and endangered animals, more than 650 species and subspecies, and over 700,000 exotic plants living on the 100-acre property, the zoo is dedicated to preserving wildlife as one of the world's leading global conservation organizations.

Some have even referred to the zoo as a living outdoor classroom, educating children and adults alike about the natural world. So for the remainder of the year, join us in celebrating the extraordinary people and animals who have made this beloved San Diego icon what it is today.

San Diego Zoo 2920 Zoo Dr., San Diego, CA 92101 619-231-1515 www.sandiegozoo.org

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Beauty and the Beast: The Animal in Photography Through Sept. 25

Whales: Giants of the Deep Through Sept. 6 The Machine Inside: Biomechanics Oct. 8 – Jan. 1, 2017

THE SAN DIEGO HISTORY CENTER The Lore Behind the Roar! 100 Years of the San Diego Zoo Through Dec. 31

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WARWICKS AUTHOR TALK with Jay McInerney, author of Bright, Precious Days Guild membership required for event tickets 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

FALL SEASON PATIO CONCERT Refreshments and desserts will be provided 5 – 7 p.m.

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It was his passion for repairing and preserving vintage homes that prompted Michel to delve full time into the home construction business in 2004. Even though his father and grandfather were construction builders, Michel instead became a systems engineer for 13 years prior to his founding ZMK. During his former job, Michel recalled, “I was purchasing vintage-yet-dilapidated homes, and I’d spend all my free time revitalizing and restoring them to their former glory.”

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Take the stress out of the mortgage process

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505 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Ste. 290 | Solana Beach, CA 92075 NMLS# 175656 • Branch NMLS# 1445940

Tom Sullivan Senior Loan Officer

NMLS# 361939 • CA-DBO361939 Office: 858-251-3187 Cell: 858-945-2686 tomsullivan@goapmc.com www.tomsullivan.goapmc.com

At APMC, your mortgage closing will be quick and hassle-free, so you can concentrate on more important things.

Get pre-approved for your mortgage loan today.

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This is for information purposes and is not an advertisement to extend consumer credit as defined by Section 12 CFR 1026.2 Regulation Z . Certain restrictions apply. This is not an offer for a rate lock agreement under any applicable law. Loans are subject to borrower qualifications, including income, property evaluation, sufficient equity in the home to meet LTV requirements, and final credit approval. Approvals are subject to underwriting guidelines, interest rates, and program guidelines, and are subject to change without notice based on applicant’s eligibility and market conditions. All loan inquiries/applications are managed by a Loan Officer licensed in the property state. American Portfolio Mortgage Corporation (APMC), NMLS ID 175656, is a Nevada corporation located at 800 E. NW Highway #821, Palatine, IL 60074. Address of licensee is Palatine, IL unless noted below. APMC is licensed in the following states: AZ-Mortgage Banker #0920153* CA-DBO #4131326 Licensed by the Department of Business Oversight under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act * COMortgage Company Registration* FL-Mortgage Lender#MLD836* GA-Mortgage Lender#34260* IL-Residential Mortgage Licensee# MB.0005608, Regulated By The IDFPR 122 S. Michigan Ave #1900, Chicago, IL, 60603, 312-793-3000* IN-DFI First Lien Mortgage Lending#17114* IA -Mortgage Banker# 2012-0015*KS Mortgage Co License# MC.0025217* KY-Mortgage Company #MC81341 *LA-Residential Mortgage Lending* MD Mortgage Lender License #21092* MI-First Mortgage Broker Lender Registrant# FR0018590* MN-Residential Mortgage Originator #MN-MO-175656* MO Reg# 14-2160-A*North Carolina Mortgage Lender License L-158767* Ohio Mortgage Broker Act Mortgage Banker Exemption MBMB.850217.000*OK-Mortgage Lender License# MLO10812* OR Mortgage Lending License ML-5460* TN-Mortgage License#112482*TX-SML Mortgage Banker Registration* WA Consumer Loan Company License CL-175656* WI-Mortgage Banker#175656BA. The content provided in this document was not approved by HUD of FHA.