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FACES IN THE CROWD

Marci Krown

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

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PQ’S HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION FOUNDATIONS

Academy of Dance Arts

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The Mt. Carmel Education Foundation and Westview Foundation work to improve the quality of education for high school students in 92129 by supplementing the schools’ financial needs. We get all the details from foundation presidents Tom McFadden and Stephaine Hudson.

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STUDENT STAR Jennifer Chen SIENNA’S PLAYGARDEN FUNDRAISER LOCAL FAMILY The Johnsons YOUR NEIGHBOR’S RECIPE

Sophie’s Vegan Sweet Potato Nachos

CRYSTAL APPLE AWARDS COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER John Marsden

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SUPPORTING STUDENT ARTISTS

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DON DIEGO SCHOLARSHIP WINNER

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GIRL SCOUTS EARN GOLD

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GIRL SCOUT HELPS OTHERS

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TUTORING CLUB PROFILE

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TERRY SPENCER MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

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IN OUR OWN BACKYARD

REAL ESTATE PROFILE ERA Eagle Estates Realty

GYMNASTICS PROFILE

Poway Gymnastics

GIRL SCOUT PUBLISHES CHILDREN’S BOOK DENTISTRY PROFILE

Rancho Dental Care Tutoring Club

San Diego Zoo’s 100th Year

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Cover photo by Zeena Gregg Photography

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Del Norte Nighthawks Youth Football & Cheer has fostered young athletes in 92127 since its founding in 2009. We learn what’s in store for the exciting new season.

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VALUE AND COMPOSITION

Local artist Keming Chen uses his beautiful 4S Ranch background as inspiration for his work. He offers insight on his passion for watercolor.

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MAKING A DIFFERENCE

From academics to athletics to volunteering, Student Star Tej Gulati is passionate about giving back to the community.

LOCAL STORIES. LOCAL PHOTOS.

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Learn more about passionate community-builders in our 2016 Realtor Issue, which highlights the dedication and expertise of local real estate experts.

OHANA MEANS FAMILY

The McKenna family enjoys life in Carmel Valley. They share with us their love for Hawaii, cupcakes, and each other.

LOCAL CONNECTION

Meet the gamers behind the successful Treesicle YouTube channel. The 92130 natives offer insight on how they’re living their dream.

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Rancho Bernardo Service Unit leaders share the learning and leadership opportunities and character building that Girl Scouts offers in 92128.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

things to do in 92129 S E P T EM B ER + O C TO B ER 2 0 1 6 SEPT. 24

OCT. 31

Join Ornithologist Jeanie Anderson for a bird-watching adventure; bring sturdy shoes, binoculars, and cover-ups 8 a.m. | Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve www.penasquitos.org

ONGOING

BIRDING WITH ALL YOUR SENSES

WILDLIFE NIGHT HIKE WITH MIKE KELLY A moderately paced walk on flat ground; meet at the kiosk near the corner of Park Village Rd. 6:30 p.m. | Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve www.penasquitos.org

UNDERSTANDING DYSLEXIA

SEPTEMBER SEPT. 5

LABOR DAY

SEPT. 9

POLYNESIAN FAMILY GETAWAY Enjoy a delicious island-inspired meal, free live entertainment, and an evening filled with the spirit of the islands 6 – 8:30 p.m. | Hilltop Recreation Center www.sandiego.gov

DARK SHADOWS OWL WALK Join naturalist Brian Swanson for an evening walk; meet in the paved lot at the far west end of the Canyonside Park ballfields 7:30 p.m. | Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve www.penasquitos.org

SEPT. 14

BEGINNING TRACKER/NATURALIST CLASS Free lessons in the art of wildlife tracking; all experience levels are welcome 7 p.m. | Historic Adobe Ranch House Email info@sdtt.org or call 760-715-4102 for more information www.sdtt.org

SEPT. 17

VOLUNTEER HABITAT WEEDING EVENT Join City Ranger Melanie Fontana in weeding habitat restoration sites 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve www.penasquitos.org

32ND ANNUAL COASTAL CLEANUP DAY Volunteers needed for I Love A Clean San Diego’s biggest event of the year 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Various sites Register at www.cleanupday.org

HALLOWEEN

MONDAYS

FREE ARTS AND CRAFTS For parents and toddlers 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. | Canyonside Recreation Center www.sandiego.gov

FRIDAYS

VETERAN’S BREAKFAST GROUP

A PUSD Parents Group literacy and learning forum 7 pm. | 16450 Via Esprillo www.pusdparents.org

Local veterans meet for breakfast and socializing; open to any interested veterans 8 a.m. | IHOP on Peñasquitos Blvd. montem131@hotmail.com

SEPT. 25

CALLIGRAPHY WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS

TOTALLY ORGAN-IZED Enjoy the sparkling music of Andreas Warler in a free program of organ favorites plus his own creative improvisations 4 – 5:30 p.m.

Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church 858-487-0811

OCTOBER OCT. 1

5TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION A day of complimentary barre fitness classes, kids’ yoga, wellness vendors, giveaways, and refreshments 7 a.m – 1 p.m. | The Dailey Method RB/Poway www.thedaileymethod.com/studios/rb-poway

OCT. 2

ROSH HASHANAH BEGINS

OCT. 10

COLUMBUS DAY

OCT. 11

YOM KIPPUR BEGINS

OCT. 29

5 – 6:30 p.m. | Hilltop Recreation Center Call 858-538-1925 for more information

SATURDAYS

PQ CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET Enjoy fresh produce 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Rancho Family YMCA Parking Lot www.ymca.org/rancho

1ST, 3RD, AND 4TH SATURDAYS PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT

6 – 10 p.m. | Rancho Family YMCA www.rancho.ymca.org

SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS

LOS PEÑASQUITOS CANYON GUIDED HIKES Saturdays: 11 a.m.

Sundays: 1 p.m.

Become a friend of the canyon and join the hikes by calling 858-484-3219

HISTORIC ADOBE RANCH TOUR Docent-led tours of Rancho Santa María de los Peñasquitos Saturdays: 11 a.m.

Sundays: 1 p.m.

Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve www.penasquitos.org

40TH ANNUAL MT. CARMEL TOURNAMENT OF BANDS Field show competition including band students from various high schools in San Diego County and Los Angeles Parade: 12 p.m.

8 a.m. – 10 p.m. | Mt. Carmel High School www.mchsbandtournament.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

BADMINTON

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BADMINTON CLINIC

RANCHO PEÑASQUITOS LITTLE LEAGUE

Tuesdays: 6:30 – 9:45 p.m.

Free workshop designed for beginners; bring your

Volunteers wanted

Wednesdays: 7:30 – 9:45 p.m.

own racket and birdies

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Sundays: 11 – 3 p.m.

Saturdays: 10 – 11:45 a.m. | Black Mountain Multi-

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BASKETBALL RANCHO PEÑASQUITOS

OPEN PLAY BASKETBALL

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BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Saturdays: 12 – 4 p.m.

Wednesdays: 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

Recreational youth basketball league welcomes

Black Mountain Multipurpose Center

Fridays: 6 p.m. – 9:15 p.m.

boys and girls in grades 3-12

www.sandiego.gov

Black Mountain Multipurpose Center

Registration open Sept. 1 through Nov. 15 or

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PICKLEBALL Mondays: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Black Mountain Multipurpose Center Call 858-538-8198 for more information

SOCCER NORTH COUNTY SOCCER PARK Indoor soccer leagues always starting for all ages www.ncspsoccer.com See ad below (Dates and events subject to change)

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Private and group lessons for all ages Call 858-484-0745 for more information

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Open daily, including holidays

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10 a.m. – Dusk | 10111 Carmel Mountain Rd.

Tuesdays: 4 – 5 p.m.

Always accepting new boys in grades 5-8

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Canyonside Recreation Center

Free to all Poway Unified School District students

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$75 for non-PUSD students

TABLE TENNIS

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WATERPOLO

Equipment provided or bring your own

OLD PEOPLE WATER POLO – ADULT

Wednesdays: 1:30 – 7 p.m.

RECREATIONAL WATER POLO

YOGA

Fridays: 1:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Equipment provided; no experience necessary

YOGA CLASS

Hilltop Recreation Center

Fridays: 8 – 9:30 p.m. | Mt. Carmel High School

Bring a mat

Call 858-538-8198 for more details

Contact Dean Berenz, Mt. Carmel High School

Saturdays: 8:40 a.m.

Aquatics Director at 858-484-2715 or organizer

Canyonside Recreation Center

Erica Waugh at 619-200-5790

Contact Bindu Khetarpal at 858-538-1073

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Boys 3rd - 12th grade & Girls 3rd - 8th grade Registration Open Sept. 1 - Nov. 15 or when full. HS Boys close on Dec. 10 $100 Off for the Coach’s Child at the end of the season.

• Newcomers are welcome in every age group • Over 500 children played basketball in the RPB league last year • Games begin in early January • Teams typically have one practice and one game per week • All games are played indoors in nearby gyms and last about 45 minutes • The season ends in late March with a full-participation tournament in each age division* • Fee is $100 and we will play 10 games

Credit towards next year. Head coach only, must turn in end of season evaluations.

For online and/or mail in registration, or for more information visit: www.rpbasketball.org

*All divisions now have playoffs

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FACE S IN TH E CROWD

A CLASS ACT

With a Passion for Volunteering and Acting, Marci Krown Inspires Others to Step Outside of Their Comfort Zone

by MICHELLE TREMBLAY | photo by Zeena Gregg Photography

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ou might already recognize Marci Krown. Her acting skills have business for five years,” she shared. Marci fell in love with her North been featured in everything from local TV commercials to short County community for its central proximity and close-knit community feel. It films and music videos to the Oxygen series Snapped. “Life as was also in San Diego that Marci met her husband of 16 years with whom an actress is very spontaneous and probably one of the most difficult she has a son, a middle-schooler at Thurgood Marshall Middle School. “I careers,” Marci admitted. “Trying to get a role for a commercial, film, or was looking for something a bit more flexible so that I could spend more TV show is so, so subjective. There is a lot of rejection in the business time with my son,” recalled Marci about how she began acting. and you can’t take it personally.”

While she has no desire to be That was a tough pill to famous, Marci does enjoy making Name: Marci Lynne Krown swallow for Marci when she first a living in this industry. “I would Profession: Actress and entrepreneur started out in the business 12 love to do more commercials on Community: Rancho Peñasquitos years ago. “I may have done an a national scale and even work in Hobbies & Interests: Acting, sporting events, tennis, flea markets, awesome job in the audition but I Hallmark films,” said Marci, who has cooking, gardening, theater wasn’t the ‘right fit’ for the role… recently written her own short film, Favorite Spots in 92129: Peñasquitos Canyon, Canyonside Park wrong height, size, not young currently in post-production. Marci enough, etc.,” shared Marci, who was inspired to write the film by her since that time has learned to let this aspect of the industry roll off her rabbi, her acting colleagues, and her own drive to be a better actor. “I’ve had shoulders. “You basically have to go in with the attitude of ‘this is what I so much support among my cast and crew regarding the film and its wonderful can do’ and then do your best, go home, and forget about it!’” To make message,” shared Marci. “I couldn’t have completed it without them!” sure she is always giving her best, Marci regularly partakes in acting Aside from acting, Marci is an avid volunteer. “I’ve volunteered since classes, where she continues to hone her skills.

I was 13 years old,” said Marci. “Honestly, I think I get more out of the Marci – who has lived in PQ for 13 years – grew up in Cleveland, volunteering than the people who need the help. I am currently instilling OH. “When I moved out here in 1997, I created and ran my own online this value with my young son to carry out my family’s interests!”  12 • 92129MAGAZINE.COM • September | October 2016

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ith the excitement and joy that summer brings each hot day, we are reminded that we are still in our fifth year of drought.

With that in mind, our mission to “maintain a clean, safe, and vibrant Rancho Peñasquitos for families” is more important than ever this year. The City of San Diego’s Office of Homeland Security, with the Rancho Peñasquitos Town Council and local public safety departments and organizations, will host an Emergency Preparedness Outreach Event:

Saturday, Sept. 24 9 a.m. | Hotel Karlan, Fairbanks Ranch Room Presentations and discussions will address how we can inform and prepare ourselves for all threats and hazards, especially wildfires.

There will also be resources for general emergency preparedness, wildfire preparation and prevention activities, community evacuation protocols, community emergency shelter processes, emergency public information and warning processes and capabilities, including the County-wide Alert San Diego system, the Emergency Alert System, and social media. Refreshments and giveaways may be provided.

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Other Town Council Activities: • Planning for 2016-17 – At our Aug. 4 meeting, our new dynamic team of dedicated council members will plan events for the upcoming year. If you are interested in ensuring your event has our support, please attend and consider joining our reenergized board.

• Grants – Grants are funded at $500 for groups and $300 for individuals on a quarterly basis to select deserving recipients. The next review is in September, so don’t delay if you have a project that will benefit PQ and needs a little funding!

These wonderful programs are funded through the Annual Fiesta de los Peñasquitos proceeds and our Community Partnerships program.

Attend a public meeting or visit our website www.rpcouncil.com to learn more! 

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE TOWN COUNCIL: Website: Facebook: Meetings: Mailing Address: Phone:

www.rpcouncil.com www.facebook.com/rpcouncil First Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Hotel Karlan P.O. Box 720783, San Diego, CA 92172-0783 858-848-7782

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S T U D E N T S TA R

violin virtuoso Jennifer Chen Inspires Others Through Her Music

by JENNIFER FRAKES | photo by Zeena Gregg Photography

Name: Community: School: Year: Family:

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ennifer Chen is not only a proud Rancho Peñasquitos resident and recent Westview High School graduate but also an accomplished violinist who happily shares her love for music with others. “When I was a freshman, I founded the Music Outreach Club. We began the Music Mentoring program at the Rancho Peñasquitos Library, as well as the Music Buddies program

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Jennifer Chen Rancho Peñasquitos Columbia University Freshman Parents and brother (7)

for special education students at Westview,” Jennifer explained.

She and the other Music Outreach Club members have also hosted many concerts to showcase the students they have mentored and to raise money for charitable causes.

Over the years, Jennifer has earned many accolades for her musical talent. She received first place at the American

Protégé International Concerto Competition and led orchestras as the Assistant Concertmaster of the Civic Youth Orchestra and CoConcertmaster of the Idyllwild Arts Chamberfest Orchestra. According to Jennifer, her father drove her to Los Angeles every weekend for many years to study with professors at USC and UCLA. “He put so much dedication into helping me study with the best teachers. I now teach violin, and teaching and imbuing a love of music in my students is one of my most rewarding activities,” revealed Jennifer.

When Jennifer is not playing violin, she can often be found programming, working on her computer, reading, or experimenting with new cooking recipes. “I love cooking! It all started when I’d help my mom cook lunch and dinner. I especially like making new foods that I’ve never made before – trying out foods of different cuisines or complicated desserts is always fun,” said Jennifer. During her time at Westview, Jennifer was also a member of the Speech & Debate club and JV tennis.

The future is extremely bright for this talented young woman. In addition to attending Columbia University as a computer science major, Jennifer is continuing her music studies by taking lessons at Juilliard and the Manhattan School of Music. She also participates in Columbia’s orchestra and various chamber groups throughout New York City.

Jennifer hopes to unite her love for computer science and technology with her passion for music. “By developing computer programs that incorporate music and delving into the science of music, I hope to educate others on how music and science interact,” Jennifer shared.

Wherever her career path takes her, Jennifer will surely share her talents and spread the joy of music with whomever she meets along the way. 

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Families arrived at 92129’s Rolling Hills Neighborhood Park for food, music, face painting, games, and more before viewing Kung Fu Panda 3. Sienna’s PlayGarden is a playground renovation project which operates in honor of Sienna Marie Palkovic, who passed away unexpectedly in 2012. In partnership with the City of San Diego, the Rancho Peñasquitos Recreation Council, the community, family, and friends, the project aims to revitalize Sienna’s favorite neighborhood playground. All proceeds from the fundraiser will help fund the new play equipment at Rolling Hills Park. 

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he Johnson Family has a family motto of “The 6 Fs,” trying every day to include as many of these elements as possible: faith, food, family, fun, fitness, and friends.

Parents Sandy and Jeff Johnson, along with daughters Taylor and Casey, have practiced these ideals in PQ for the past 14 years. Sandy is an elementary school teacher in the Del Mar Union School District, while Jeff is a Waterfront Director and Regatta Manager for the San Diego Yacht Club. The couple met on a blind date in 1994, introduced by another Yacht Club member, and have been extensively involved in community events ever since.

On the volunteer front, Jeff won the PUSD Volunteer of the Year award in 2015. His varied work schedule allowed him to spend eight years volunteering at Park Village Elementary, working many hours per week for teachers and administrative staff, on School Site Council and SSC District Rep, and restoring and maintaining two large, dilapidated shade structures on campus. He even got to meet up with his daughters every Monday morning for ‘Marquee Monday,’ updating the school marquee. Sandy volunteers as advisory president of Christian Musical Enrichment Theater (C-MENT) at Peñasquitos Lutheran

Parents: Children: Community: Hometowns: Occupations: Pet: Favorite Local Spots:

Jeff and Sandy Johnson Taylor (14) and Casey (12) Park Village in PQ Jeff – Houston, TX; Sandy – San Diego Jeff – Waterfront Director at SD Yacht Club; Sandy – third grade teacher for Del Mar Union School District Katy Faith – black Lab-pointer mix adopted from Labrador and Friends Rescue Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve, Starbucks, Pizza Rev, Massage Envy, Luna Grill, Angelika Film Center & Café, California Pizza Kitchen, Peñasquitos Lutheran Church, Golden Spoon, 24 Hour Fitness

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Church, and both girls volunteer for the summer food program there.

Taylor rides and volunteers at Miller Equestrian Summer Camp in Escondido, and completed her Silver Award for Girl Scouts. Casey loves animals and has volunteered for organizations like Labrador and Friends Rescue. She is just beginning her Silver Award project.

The girls cook two meals a week and have chopped and baked since they were small. Jeff rode with them both in Ride Across California in their fifth grade year, and just completed his first Half Ironman triathlon in May. Sandy was heavily involved in her teacher association for over 15 years. Some ways the Johnsons incorporate the “fun” part of their motto include road trips to national parks (Sandy reminded readers that everyone should visit th our national parks: “Their 100th Anniversary was in August!”). More fun: “Smash Cake” summer parties – a tradition begun when six and eight-year-old Taylor and Casey saw a video of their one-year-old selves in the tried-and-true interactive demolition of the birthday cake.

Fantastic family adventures await the Johnson family in PQ! One more thing: “Katy (the Johnson’s dog) apologizes for barking at neighbors walking by,” Sandy shared. “She’s just doing her job protecting her forever home.” 

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Chips: 4-5 medium large sweet potatoes Olive oil Salt

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Cheesy Sauce: 1 cup peeled and cubed white potato ½ cup peeled and cubed carrot ¼ cup sunflower oil or other neutral oil ¼ cup nut milk 2 teaspoons lemon juice 6 pickled banana pepper slices 3 tablespoons pickling liquid from peppers 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 ½ teaspoons tapioca flour 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspon onion powder 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast ½ teaspoon salt Toppings: 1 can black beans 1 can sliced black olives 2 tomatoes, diced Red onion, diced Avocado, diced Cilantro, for serving Lime juice

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Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Using a mandoline, on the thinnest setting, slice all the sweet potatoes into even rounds. This may be done using a knife, slicing as thinly and evenly as possible.

Toss with olive oil (enough to coat lightly) and salt.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread potato slices in one layer, avoiding too much overlap.

Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.

This may need to be done in batches, depending on how much you are making.

Remove from oven and let sit for 10 minutes.

While potatoes are baking, start the cheesy sauce.

Boil the cubed potatoes and carrots for about 10 minutes; do not overcook.

Drain and add to highspeed blender along with all other sauce ingredients.

Blend until completely smooth. Set aside.

Assemble cooled sweet potato chips on a plate, drizzle (or drench) with cheesy sauce, and pile on desired toppings. Enjoy!

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ABOUT THE CHEF CHEF: Sophie Edwards FAMILY: Parents – Shana and Larry Edwards; sister – Sam Edwards COMMUNITY: Rancho Peñasquitos HOBBIES & INTERESTS: Cooking, education, health, writing, yoga FAVORITE LOCAL ACTIVITY: Picnics at Del Mar Beach ABOUT THE RECIPE: This is a healthy alternative to regular nachos – and much better tasting! My family loves it as a summer lunch.

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Crystal Apple Awards LOCAL TEACHERS HONORED BY STUDENTS

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ight teachers from four high schools in Rancho Peñasquitos, Mira Mesa, and Scripps Ranch received special Crystal Apple awards.

Each spring for the last 12 years, students in these communities have honored excellence in education by nominating outstanding teachers for receipt of the award. The awards symbolize that this often thankless profession does not go unnoticed. Teachers agree the recognition is particularly sweet because it comes from the students themselves.

Teachers honored this year were Mike Hymes and Daniel Lutgen from Westview, Aaron Jaffe and Madame Vivona from Mt. Carmel, Brian Keiser and Nancy Moyer from Scripps Ranch, and Daniel Kriley and Daniel Leven from Mira Mesa. The event was hosted by the Peñaquitos Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of

Latter-day Saints, with around 200 friends and family members in attendance. One student from each of the teachers’ classrooms presented a short speech about their honoree, citing reasons for nomination. The ceremony also included certificates of recognition from City Councilmembers Mark Kersey and Chris Cate. Westview Principal Todd Cassen said of the annual awards, “It is truly one of my favorite events of the year. To see the students from our community stand up and recognize their teachers for the difference they have made in their lives is something I know our staff members will never forget.” 

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COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER

SCOUT’S HONOR This Dedicated Volunteer Inspires the Members of Boy Scout Troop 667

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ne year ago, John Marsden fulfilled a lifelong dream when he became Scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 667. “I am an Eagle Scout and had been out of scouting for 30 years. I always wanted to get back involved, and now I have the time to do that. I love being a Scoutmaster and being involved in scouting. I am just grateful that I have the time and money to give back.

Life is all about giving back,” shared John. While he enjoys all aspects of his role as Scoutmaster, it is his mentorship duties that he finds most rewarding.

Sponsored by St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, Troop 667 was established in 1988 and is a part of the Black Mountain District and the San Diego Imperial Council. The troop is open to boys between 11 and 18 years of age, and no church affiliation is required. The 25 scouts who make up Troop 667 are truly leaders within the organization as they decide which activities, trips, and service projects they will participate in each month.

According to John, the troop holds fundraisers throughout the year and is always looking for volunteers to help with camping trips and other activities. He encourages all those interested in volunteering with Troop 667 to visit www.troop667.info.

John also hopes that Rancho Peñasquitos residents take a moment to think about how they can help the local community if they are not already doing so.

“We have an obligation to raise good young men and women. It really does take a village,” stated John.

When John is not volunteering for Troop 667, he enjoys hiking at Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve, playing various sports, and backpacking. John, a health and safety training professional and Jacqueline, his wife of 25 years, have lived in Park Village since 1995. Of their love for PQ, John explained, “We love the central location, the peaceful community, the mild climate, and the evening breeze from the ocean up the canyon." 

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“We are both specialists when it comes to the Poway Unified community – 92127, 92128, and 92129 – and as a team we can offer our clients services in diversified areas,” shared Myra. “My specialty is as a buyer’s agent, and I have a background in mortgage, title, and escrow. Jim’s specialties are as a listing agent and investor.” In addition, Jim is experienced in repair and follow-through. “I know how to take a dated house or a house with deferred maintenance and bring it up to speed with minimum out-of-pocket expense,” explained Jim. “I also offer 0% financing for repairs as

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The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Poway-Peñasquitos branch held its 19th Annual Cover to Cover luncheon to raise scholarship funds for local girls attending Tech Trek, as well as re-entry scholarships for women returning to school as nontraditional students. San Diego authors Tammy Greenwood, Abigail Padgett, and Marivi Soliven spoke at the event about their novels, the writing process, and experiences that have influenced their works.

Tammy’s book Two Rivers was named Best General Fiction at the San Diego Book Awards in 2009. She teaches creative writing at San Diego Writers, Ink (SDWI), Grossmont College, and online for The Writer’s Center. Abigail Padgett’s Child of Silence is an award-winning Bo Bradley mystery. Abigail is the author of seven highly acclaimed mysteries which have been translated into five languages. The Mango Bride is Marivi Soliven’s first novel. She has taught creative writing at the University of the Philippines and UCSD. Learn more about AAUW at powayareaca.aauw.net.

The Delta Kappa Gamma (DKG) Society’s Eta Chi Chapter of California presented a $650 grant to Allison Basehore of Rolling Hills Elementary for her “Book Club with a Different Point of View.” The grant is provided though DKG California’s Learning is for Everyone (LIFE) Foundation, a nonprofit that seeks to promote and support special projects related to learning and literacy within California. The award will assist the book club in its mission to provide contemporary youth literature featuring a main character with a learning, physical, or emotional disability.

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Local Girls at Tech Trek Six eighth grade girls from the American Association of University Women (AAUW) PowayPeñasquitos branch attended the California Tech Trek Science and Math Camp for Girls at UCSD in June. Amanda Tsai (Mesa Verde), Sophia Righthouse (Mesa Verde), Raina Mesina (Black Mountain), Sophia Azab (Black Mountain), Parmis Kimiaghalam (Meadowbrook), and Alexis Ramirez (Meadowbrook) lived on the UCSD campus for a week, where they attended classes and participated in hands-on activities and experiments.

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The Poway-Peñasquitos branch of AAUW encourages personal and professional growth of local women and girls. Learn more at www.powayarea-ca.aauw.net.

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A team from Westview High School recently performed well in the inaugural California Cyber Innovation Challenge (CCIC) at Sacramento City College. Eight high school teams from around the state competed in a series of timed challenges that included defending the integrity of computer networks and cracking complex codes. There were two different technical challenges that day: the CyberPatriot competition, in which teams needed to identify and correct vulnerabilities in operating system images, and Facebook “Capture the Flag,” where teams completed challenges related to a variety of cybersecurity topics, including forensics, web application security, cryptography, and binary exploitation. Westview won third place in the CyberPatriot competition, second place in the Facebook competition, and second place overall.

Westview’s team – who refer to themselves as “The Masters” – included: Ronak Shah, Nir Levin, Dominic Simone, Robby Zaheer, Justin Li, David Mao, Eric Zhang, and Tammy Neuhaus as the team advisor.

Helping Park Village Elementary Local Boy Scout Sarthak Madan completed a service project at Park Village Elementary School as part of earning his Eagle rank. Sarthak learned that students were running down a particular hill at school and getting hurt, so he decided to build a fence that would block off the 63-foot area to ensure that students were safe.

Sarthak received a $250 grant from the Rancho Peñasquitos Town Council and he also held a Dudley’s fundraiser. Once the needed materials were purchased, Sarthak led a group of Boy Scout volunteers to build the fence. Some group members dug holes while others took measurements and set the fence posts and rails. “Completing the Eagle Project for me was more than just to earn the Eagle rank,” he said. “It has allowed me to give back to the community and live by the principles scouting has instilled in me over the past seven years.”

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Westview Names New Football Coach Kyle Williams has been named the new head football coach at Westview High School. Kyle was previously the head coach at Fallbrook High School, where he is known for turning around their struggling football program and leading them to back-to-back victories in the Valley League Championships. He is also a Poway High School graduate, where he was the defensive coordinator for four seasons, coaching in two Division 1 CIF Championship games, winning one of them.

“It has always been a dream of mine to return to the Poway Unified School District as a teacher and a coach,” he said. “Westview High School offers an opportunity for me to work in an environment of competitive excellence, both on the field and in the classroom.”

He will take over for Mike Woodward, who stepped down after nine seasons. Kyle believes his ability to model and teach leadership, discipline, and teamwork will help take the program to the next level.

For more information visit www.wolverinefootballinsider.com.

Youth Community Service Awards The Rancho Peñasquitos Town Council (RPTC) has awarded its annual Youth Community Service Awards to one outstanding student from each school in Peñasquitos for their volunteer efforts throughout the past year that have benefited their school or community.

Elementary school recipients included: Chelsea Laubauch (Adobe Bluffs), Bella Malabanan (Canyon View), Isabelle Sparks (Los Peñasquitos), JJ Siu (Park Village), Kaitlyn Lund (Rolling Hills), Emma Contreras (Sundance), and McKenna Fischer (Sunset Hills). Middle school recipients were Jacklyn Melahn (Black Mountain) and Kasey Harvey (Mesa Verde). Justin Hussion (Westview) was a high school recipient.

Award winners were recognized by an elected public official during a ceremony at the Fiesta de los Peñasquitos earlier this year.

RPTC board members also attended almost every school’s end-ofthe-year award ceremonies to present the award and scholarship money to the students directly.

Local Author Releases Book Rancho Peñasquitos resident Nina Shantel just released her new book, The High-Five Diet. Nina is a health blogger who shares diet tips, fitness advice, and healthy recipes on her website and social media.

She has taught boot camps and cardio classes as well as a free beginner’s running group as a way to help her neighbors in Peñasquitos get in shape. Nina graduated from San Diego State University and holds a Fitness Nutrition certification from the American Council on Exercise.

Her book is a nutritional guide which focuses on limiting dairy and high-fat and low-nutrient foods, along with specific food combinations and timing. Nina’s own unique health issues propelled her to learn about nutrition more in-depth, discovering that the media often provides false information. “It became my passion to expose the truth,” she said, “while giving accurate information so that people can lose unwanted pounds and live healthier lives.” Learn more at www.thehighfivediet.com.

MCHS Graduate Screens Documentary Mt. Carmel High School graduate Melanie Capacia Johnson and San Marcos resident Sara Vladic will screen their documentary film USS Indianapolis: The Legacy at the GI Film Festival San Diego to be held from Sept. 14 to 18.

When Sara was 13, she heard about the tragedy of the USS Indianapolis, a U.S. Navy ship that was struck by two torpedoes in WWII. Of the 1,196 men aboard, about 900 made it into the water, where they faced exposure, dehydration, and shark attacks. By the time help arrived almost five days later, only 317 survived.

Sara contacted a survivors’ group and began conducting interviews in 2005. Sara and Melanie grew very close to the survivors over time and decided to use the interview footage they collected over the last 10 years to allow the survivors to tell their story in their own words. For tickets and more information on the documentary visit www.gifilmfestivalsd.org.

BMMS Volunteer of the Year

Calling All PQ Students!

The Poway Unified School District has announced its distinguished 2016 Volunteers of the Year: Garry Burgess (Black Mountain Middle School), Stan Kim (Painted Rock Elementary School), and Audrey Frank (Rancho Bernardo High School).

Garry Burgess has served as the president of Black Mountain Middle School’s (BMMS) Foundation for the past two and a half years, at one point even balancing a concurrent role as the president of Sunset Hill’s Foundation.

Under Garry’s leadership, the foundation has helped fund various programs on campus including show choir, the community garden, orchestra, and band. This year the foundation implemented a $10,000 mini-grant program, which helped fund many teaching enhancement items. Beyond his work with the foundation, Garry has helped bring the Hour of Code program to BMMS so that students can learn the basics of programming. He has also been involved with other programs such as Odyssey of the Mind, the annual FallFest carnival, and within the BMMS Academy. Learn more at www.educationfoundationbmms.com.

The Rancho Peñasquitos Town Council (RPTC), in partnership with 92129 Magazine, is proud to present the 4th Annual Growing Up PQ Essay Contest. The RPTC invites elementary, middle, and high school students to submit essays reflecting on the theme “PQ Youth Civic Engagement!” Qualified entries will be 100 to 500 words in length, describe one specific civic engagement experience, and discuss its personal significance along with how it makes PQ a better place to call home. Three winning essays – one from each school level – will be chosen and printed in an upcoming issue of 92129 Magazine, as well as on the RPTC’s website. The three winning authors will receive cash prizes at the $25, $50, and $100 levels for winning elementary, middle, and high school students, respectively. The deadline for entry is Nov. 9 and all entries must include the author’s name, email address, grade level, and school.

Email entries and questions to web.print.rptc@gmail.com.

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1. During Troop 667’s Court of Honor, Kyle Cusack is awarded Top Boy Scout from the Local VFW POST 11388. 2. Rancho Peñasquitos intermediate National all-star team wins the District 32 and Section 6 Championship. 3. 92129 Magazine’s Michelle Schuette, Jessica Breaux, Derrick Breaux, Heather Reynolds, and Heather Lockwood at Arterra Restaurant for the first “Cliquot on the Clock” happy hour. 4. Craig Blankenbiller helps fix up the Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve’s orchard fence to earn his Eagle Scout ranking. 5. The AAUW Poway-Penasquitos Branch install their 2016-2017 officers. From left: Harriet Gerza, Pam Meyer, Gayle Ziaskas, Marie Dye, Pam Ames, Sharon Watkins. 6. Neighbors come together at the Vista Tercera 6th Annual Block Party. 7. Shana Edwards and friend Joanie Fraher enjoy tending to their garden plots at the Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve! 8. The Sophisticats entertain at the Scripps Ranch Farmers Market. 9. Dr. Davey and his team participate in the San Diego Rock and Roll Half Marathon. Health isn’t just for your teeth! 10. Davey Kral discovers a wild Growlithe while playing Pokémon GO in PQ.

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

PQ’s Family Dance Studio Is in the Business of Making Memories

by SHYANNE LOPEZ | photos by Zeena Gregg Photography

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he Academy of Dance Arts (ADA) is an enriching familyfriendly dance studio that serves the community of Rancho Peñasquitos and beyond. Their professional and fun-filled facility offers young dancers not only high-quality dance instruction but also unique performance opportunities, invaluable life lessons, and cherished memories. With classes for children starting at three years and up, ADA offers programs in everything from tap to ballet to hip hop – there’s something for everyone!

ADA’s accomplished and award-winning instructors use their extensive experience to provide students with the opportunity to grow as dancers no matter their skill level. “It is the goal of everyone at Academy of Dance Arts to give the best dance experience possible to each and every student in a manner that is always professional, ethical, and moral,” shared owner Donna DeLaney.

Dancers can choose from a multitude of programs ranging from dance troupe classes to performing groups to camps and more.

And while students are there to sharpen

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dance skills, it is not uncommon for them to also walk away with life skills from their time in the classroom and on the stage, such as leadership, goal-setting, accountability, selfdiscipline, and teamwork. “While there is a very professional atmosphere at the studio, it is still fun. We encourage the students to challenge themselves through incentive programs, being student demonstrators to the younger students, and student teaching. The learning is on many levels,” Donna explained.

In addition to their general programming, ADA offers students once-in-a-lifetime

“It is the goal of everyone at Academy of Dance Arts to give the best dance experience possible to each and every student in a manner that is always professional, ethical, and moral.”

– Donna DeLaney, owner

experiences both inside and outside of the classroom. ADA’s dancers have the opportunity to perform not only at local community events – such as the La Jolla Christmas Parade – but also across the country, in events such as the Disney World Parade down Main Street USA in Florida. “We will be participating at this incredible event in June 2017.

This is open to all ADA students. It is one of the most fun and enriching experiences for the students,” shared Donna. At ADA, students will also get to meet and learn from the Broadway stars of The Lion King, who will visit the studio in October to teach a workshop filled with songs and dances from the musical.

Perhaps most importantly, every dancer who walks into ADA’s studio will gain friendships, memories, and self-confidence that will last a lifetime. “The staff often says ‘We are in the business of making memories.’ This is so true,” said Donna. “Through dance, both at the studio and at the many dance performance venues, great memories are created for both the students and the parents.” Ultimately, the ADA family strives to help each student find their own personal success – be that becoming a professional dancer, growing as an individual, or creating lasting memories. 

AT-A-GLANCE Business: Owner: Years in PQ: Phone: Email:

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C O V E R F E AT U R E

COURSE g n i y a t s

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PQ’s High School Education Foundations Strive to Enrich Every Student’s Classroom Experience

photos by Zeena Gregg Photography

s a national leader in public education, the Poway Unified School District (PUSD) seeks to provide the best possible education for all students, ensuring that they graduate prepared for a successful future. Read along as we speak with Mt. Carmel Education Foundation (MCEF) President Tom McFadden and Westview Foundation President Stephaine Hudson about how these organizations help bridge the gap between student needs and available funds to enhance the academic and extracurricular experience for all at Rancho Peñasquitos’ high schools.

C O V E R F E AT U R E

Q& A

with MCEF President

TOM MCFADDEN

WHAT IS THE HISTORY BEHIND THE MT. CARMEL EDUCATION FOUNDATION?

The Mt. Carmel Education Foundation was created in 2010. At the time, our high school was the only one in the PUSD without an education foundation. Our purpose is to help supplement the financial gap between student educational needs and the funds available to meet those needs. Additionally, we are focused on providing students real-world work experiences, an area we call Community Connections.

WHAT IS MCEF’S PRIMARY MISSION?

The mission of MCEF is to fundraise for worthy educational projects, enrichment programs, educational initiatives, and extracurricular activities and to create opportunities for students to gain practical work and educational experiences beyond the classroom.

HOW DOES MCEF FULFILL THIS MISSION?

At-A-Glance

Our busiest time of the year is August, September, and October. During this time we are collecting donations, reviewing grant applications submitted by the teachers, and moving quickly to get all funds back into the classroom and working for our kids. Our goal is to have all dollars that we collect in August and September back and benefiting the students before Thanksgiving. With the help of Mt. Carmel’s wonderful administrative staff, we’ve been very successful making this happen.

MCEF PRESIDENT

Name: Tom McFadden Community: Rancho Peñasquitos Education: Bonita Vista High School; San Diego State University Family: Wife – Theresa; children – Joseph (class of 2012), Jennifer (class of 2014), Jessica (class of 2015), and Michelle (class of 2017); dog – Rudy (9) Hobbies & Interests: Football, golf, racquetball, and spending time with my family

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On the Community Connections side, we have organized and run workshops on interview techniques, resume writing, and financial education. Additionally, we have worked with the school liaison to help find and provide internships for the students.

WHAT TYPES OF PROGRAMS DOES YOUR FOUNDATION FUND?

We are very proud that we have been able to provide funds to almost every department in the school. Our goal with funding has always been to get the biggest “bang for our buck.” With every dollar spent, we are trying to positively impact as many students for as long a duration as possible. With that in mind, we have been able to purchase computers, printers, and software for our world language, science, and math departments. We have funded our “world famous” physics boat materials for the last four years. We were able to provide supplies for the very popular sports medicine class at our school.

In addition to providing books and periodicals for our library, we’ve also been able to fund library computers and printers for use by those students that may not have access at home. In 2014, we bought a MacBook Pro for our awardwinning school newspaper. We’ve also been able to help our school counselors by funding upgrades and licenses for Naviance, the college application process software used at our school. We’ve even purchased yoga mats and badminton rackets for the P.E. department.

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT FOR SCHOOLS TO HAVE EDUCATION FOUNDATIONS?

Although the financial picture of our district has improved in recent years, there is still a large gap between school needs and funding available. Foundations play an important role in addressing this gap. In 2010, the first year of our foundation’s existence, we received grant requests totaling over $60,000 – we were able to provide approximately $10,000.

We’ve continued to work hard to close this gap, but it is still significant. Another major reason a foundation like ours is so important is the flexibility and speed at which we operate.

Even though one of our biggest challenges is recruiting help, one of the advantages of

being a relatively small board is we can make immediate decisions and get funds into our classrooms quickly. We can also be relatively flexible with our spending. If we feel dollars spent on a particular item or project will positively impact our students, we generally don’t have to look any further – we vote on it and write the check.

WHAT IS MOST EXCITING ABOUT BEING A PART OF THE FOUNDATION?

One of the things I look forward to most about our monthly meetings is our Principal’s Report. Greg Magno has been a member of the Mt. Carmel community for as long as I can remember; first as an assistant principal and now as our principal. One of the biggest benefits of being a member of your kids’ school foundation is the in-person information provided. Greg is passionate about Mt. Carmel and the education of our kids. Having the opportunity to hear and discuss some of the ideas he has about how to make our school better is very exciting. He’s open to any and all suggestions and willing to answer all of our questions. Our foundation meetings are really a great source of information about what is happening on campus and in the classrooms. Perhaps a lot of parents can get this information from their children, but I haven’t found the secret to prying any significant details in this area out of my kids.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS. HOW DO THEY HELP KEEP THE FOUNDATION RUNNING?

Our board is wonderful. We are a pretty small group (we’re trying to change that) so a lot of work falls on only a few shoulders, but they are all willing to step up and put in the time. Steve Swendrowski has taken on the VP of Community Connections role and has already facilitated two financial workshops. He has established

“If anyone is looking for a relatively easy way to get involved that doesn’t come with a significant time commitment, I’d encourage them to look into their school foundation. You can really do a lot of good for the kids and some of the closest friends I have today are people I met while working for a foundation.”

– Tom McFadden, MCEF President relationships with a number of organizations that will help provide future workshops to our students.

Nels Lundgren joined the foundation about three years ago and has taken on the secretary position. Ruth Loh is our VP of grant proposals.

Tracy Middleton is our VP of fundraising. She has looked into several opportunities and is currently working on a 5K Fun Run. The remainder of our board is Raj Iyer, Ketan Shah, Maitrayee Sahi, Mary Jane Barger, and Julie Islitzer. They are all extremely hard-working people and do so much for our kids, both with MCEF and other organizations at school. We have several open board positions that we are actively looking to fill in the near future.

DOES MCEF HOLD FUNDRAISERS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR?

Our main fundraiser is a simple donation request at the beginning of the school year.

HOW CAN INDIVIDUALS HELP CONTRIBUTE TO MCEF’S MISSION?

Similar to many of the other school foundations in the district, our biggest need is volunteers.

We’d love to bring five to 10 new people in this year to help us going forward. Volunteering for our foundation does not mean you walk in with a list of responsibilities. We’re simply

looking for people that are willing to share their ideas and help as much as possible, most often in a peripheral role, with the various tasks necessary to run a successful foundation. Our meetings are usually on the third Wednesday of the month at the school and are open to the public. We’d encourage interested individuals to just come and check us out.

WHAT ARE YOUR LONG-TERM AND SHORTTERM GOALS?

Smart growth. We’ll continue to be able to put the money we have back into the school and enhance our kids’ education. We’ll continue to be able to put together real world work experience workshops and seminars. We won’t be able to close the gap we face without help.

So, our long-term and short-term goals are the same; steady, productive, and smart growth.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE READERS TO KNOW? FOR

All of my kids went to Sunset Hills Elementary, Black Mountain Middle School, and Mt. Carmel High School. Like a lot of our community’s parents, I wanted to help where I could and I wanted to get more information about what was really going on at my kids’ school. I started in 2001 by joining the Sunset Hills Elementary School Foundation.

I’m a CPA, so I tend to naturally jump into the treasurers’ spot. After about six years as treasurer there, I spent another four as the president. The remarkable thing is the benefits of being on that foundation 15 years ago are really the same as the benefits I experience today from being a member of MCEF: the simple pride and rewards associated with helping our students and the wealth of information I can get in just a few meetings a year that include the school principal and other school staff. If anyone is looking for a relatively easy way to get involved that doesn’t come with a significant time commitment, I’d encourage them to look into their school foundation. You can really do a lot of good for the kids and some of the closest friends I have today are people I met while working for a foundation.

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C O V E R F E AT U R E

Q& A

Westview Foundation President

STEPHAINE HUDSON

WHAT IS THE HISTORY BEHIND WESTVIEW FOUNDATION?

Westview Foundation was founded on June 11, 2002, the date of incorporation, as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation. The primary purpose of the foundation is to bridge the gap between the increasing cost of education and lower-than-average funds from the district and state.

The foundation’s primary goal is to enhance both academic and extracurricular activities for students of Westview High School.

gift. In addition, Ralph’s/Kroger is a supporter and Amazon.com offers us a percentage back on certain items when shoppers use the link provided on our foundation website.

WHAT TYPES OF PROGRAMS DOES YOUR FOUNDATION FUND?

Last year, donations from parents to Westview Foundation funded the following: •

• WHAT IS WESTVIEW FOUNDATION’S PRIMARY MISSION?

Our foundation works in partnership with staff and teachers to identify needs and projects that benefit Westview students.

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HOW DOES WESTVIEW FOUNDATION FULFILL THIS MISSION?

Nearly all of our funds come from direct donations made by caring, concerned parents. Some employers will match charitable donations, doubling that parent’s

At-A-Glance

WESTVIEW FOUNDATION PRESIDENT Name: Stephaine Hudson Community: Rancho Peñasquitos Education: M.Ed. in Special Education from University of San Diego Family: Husband – Rick; children – Ricky (17), Tyler (13), and Spencer (5) Hobbies & Interests: Working with children with ASD, watching my children play lacrosse, and simply relaxing with my family

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40 Chromebook computers and a charging cart, used daily by students in the classrooms Extended library hours and peer counseling programs Three TI-Nspire Navigators to enhance student-teacher interaction in math classes Nine teacher mini-grants ranging from $75 to $1,100 for teaching enhancement items (for example, 20 vertebrate skull samples and an aquarium chiller for the science department, and updated technology for the art department) Grad Night t-shirts for graduating seniors (continuing our alliance with PTSA)

HOW DOES WESTVIEW FOUNDATION HELP SCHOOL STAFF?

Westview has such gifted, brilliant teachers, and our foundation mini-grants are a great way to allow their innovation to flourish in the classrooms. Teachers can apply for funds to cover technology, supplies, or whatever they need to teach more creatively and effectively.

WHAT IS MOST EXCITING ABOUT BEING A PART OF THE FOUNDATION?

Working together with a group of dedicated parents and school administrators to make sure our students have an excellent education.

President: Stephaine Hudson Phone: 858-780-2000 Email: wvfpresident@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/westviewfoundation Website: www.westviewfoundation.org

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TELL US ABOUT YOUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS. HOW DO THEY HELP KEEP THE FOUNDATION RUNNING?

Our board is comprised of an executive board of seven parent members and three administrators.

We meet monthly to discuss fundraising, our financial status, and how our donations can best be used to benefit our students.

CAN YOU HIGHLIGHT ANY SIGNIFICANT UPCOMING EVENTS?

This year’s Back to School Fund Drive started Aug. 8. Donations of any size are welcomed and appreciated!

HOW CAN INDIVIDUALS AND THE COMMUNITY HELP CONTRIBUTE TO WESTVIEW FOUNDATION’S MISSION?

We simply ask all parents to give what they can! Each year, we receive donations from $5 to more than $1,000 – every one of those donations makes a difference in the lives of our students.

WHAT ARE YOUR LONG-TERM AND SHORTTERM GOALS?

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Long-term: Provide a sustainable resource that supports the acquisition of technology to keep our learning environments (classrooms and resource areas across our campus) current and up-to-date.

Short-term: Provide the necessary financial resources for teachers, groups, or teams to address immediate needs of their classroom, group, or team.

“For schools in this area, it is impossible to offer top-tier education and enrichment programs based upon the funding ratios we receive from the State. Westview Foundation bridges that funding gap, providing our students the tools they need to succeed.”

– Stephaine Hudson, Westview Foundation President parents in this area are just too busy to deal with the demands of countless fundraisers and events. Parents tell us they appreciate the efficiency of one easy back-to-school fund drive.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE READERS TO KNOW? FOR

Our volunteer foundation board members look forward to continuing and improving our positive relationship with parents, teachers, staff, PTSA, and the community! 

HOW HAS THE FOUNDATION EVOLVED OVER THE YEARS?

In the first few years, there were numerous attempts made to run fundraising events for the school such as pancake breakfasts, golf tournaments, dances, etc. These events required an immense amount of work from our volunteer board members, and unfortunately, they often resulted in little financial gain for the foundation. Input from the community led us to realizing that

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Local Wins Award

WESTVIEW STUDENT AMONG SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

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estview High School senior Helen Jin is one of 12 recipients of Don Diego scholarships 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 addition to being a standout student at Westview, earning a 4.4 GPA in a demanding curriculum of AP and honors courses, Helen is an award-winning artist, gifted pianist, clothing designer with a successful sideline business, and a perspicacious young adult who has the ability to see the beauty in science as well as nature. Westview counselor Christine Cudmore said, “This past summer, Helen traveled to China to work with children who lack support from home. She taught the kids English, music, and art, and enjoyed giving them the opportunity to express themselves as she has been able to do in her life.”

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Helen won a $2,500 award from the foundation in the Exhibitor category.

She is somewhat of a legend at the fair’s Student Showcase, where she exhibited for four years and amassed multiple awards, including Best in Show, Best in Class, Donated Award, and First Place ribbons.

Despite a myriad of academic, artistic, and other achievements, Helen remains humble. Addressing the Don Diego Foundation, she said, “I’m so happy and grateful to have been chosen as a scholarship recipient. Your scholarship will be a helpful step in letting me pursue my interdisciplinary interests of business, medicine, and art.”

The Don Diego Foundation was named for Don Diego – actor Tom Hernández – 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. To learn more visit www.dondiegoscholarship.org. 

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FUN & SAFETY POWAY GYMNASTICS OFFERS PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES AND ABILITIES

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ince 1993, Poway Gymnastics has been offering classes and camps for gymnasts of all ages and abilities.

The safe and fun environment at Poway Gymnastics ensures that everyone from walking-age children to adults can reap the benefits of the sport. “We feel gymnastics is the basis of all sports,” owner Anthony Salmeri shared. “Gymnastics instills selfconfidence, discipline, strength, flexibility, and body awareness in a fun way.”

Poway Gymnastics is the best equipped gymnastics facility in San Diego County. The gym offers 17 balance beams, 12 bar stations, three vaulting stations, a full-size Stratum floor exercise, a 72-foot power tumbling strip, tumbling trampoline, rings, parallel bars, two horizontal bars, two pommel horses, and an in-ground training pit. Even more – the gym is 100 percent air conditioned.

The gym hosts a variety of programs and events from recreational to competitive.

by LIZ ONUFER | photos provided by Poway Gymnastics

Classes include Mom and Tots, preschool wants to learn or improve a skill, our coaches gymnastics, tumbling classes, and a are eager to help, or if they want to play, our competitive girls team. Camps are offered coaches are part of the fun!” The gym also throughout the summer, winter, and during hosts private birthday parties, which includes spring break.

45 minutes of gymnastic time followed by Young gymnasts can also try a 45 minute party. And on Oct. 22, their hand at being a ninja with don’t miss out on the Halloween Poway Gymnastic’s ninja Sleepover Party! Participants “Gymnastics classes. Poway Gymnastics will enjoy open gym from 6:30 instills also hosts state and regional to 9:30 p.m., and if sleeping self-confidence, competitive meets, including over can be picked up at 8 the State Championships a.m. the next morning - call discipline, strength, in November and the San now to reserve your spot! flexibility, and body Diego Classic and Team Professionalism and awareness in Cup in January. safety are paramount at a fun way.”

For those seeking a bit Poway Gymnastics. They are more recreation in their gym a USA Gymnastics Member, USA experience, open gym is hosted on Gymnastics Safety Certified, and CPR Saturday evenings once or twice a month. and first aid certified. “Poway Gymnastics “Our enthusiastic and engaging coaches is dedicated to having a safe learning maintain a safe environment for your child’s environment for boys and girls of all levels,” practice or play,” said Anthony. “If your child Anthony stated. 

AT-A-GLANCE

Poway Gymnastics

Business: Poway Gymnastics

Email: powgymnast@aol.com

Owner: Anthony Salmeri

Phone: 858-748-1716

Year of Establishment: 1993

Description of Business: A place for anyone who wants to learn the sport of gymnastics, from recreational to competitive, for ages walking to adult.

Address: 12850 Brookprinter Pl., Poway CA 92064 Website: www.powaygymnastics.com

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Going for Gold

LOCAL GIRL SCOUTS POSITIVELY IMPACT THE COMMUNITY

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ancho Peñasquitos residents Alexis Gehrke and Michelle Tong have earned Girl Scout Gold Awards for their outstanding leadership and commitment to taking action in their community. The Gold Award is the highest achievement in Girl Scouting; just five percent of Girl Scouts nationwide achieve this distinction. Alexis and Michelle are two of 32 Girl Scouts in San Diego who earned the award this year.

Alexis, the captain of her school’s varsity volleyball team, grew up with a passion for sports and wanted to share their positive impact with others. For her Gold Award project, Alexis held softball clinics for children at the Boys & Girls Club of National City. She also collected lightly used equipment for them and trained club employees to continue the program in the future.

Michelle worked with senior citizens living in local senior centers for her Gold Award project, providing them with a friendly and encouraging environment to socialize and learn.

She taught art history, led drawing activities, and brought in high school volunteers to engage with the residents. Michelle built on the leadership skills she developed as an accomplished flutist in her high school band to take on this creative program of her own.

Alexis and Michelle were both members of Troop 8788 and started Girl Scouts as Daisies. They have both earned Bronze Awards, the highest honor available to Girl Scout Juniors, and Silver Awards, the highest honor available to Cadettes. They graduated with the Westview High School class of 2016.

Girl Scouts San Diego provides activities for nearly 40,000 girl and adult members, with facilities in Balboa Park, Carlsbad, and Escondido.

Learn more at www.sdgirlscouts.org. 

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ancho Peñasquitos resident Jenna Sylvia recently published a children’s book called Friends On All Ends as part of her Girl Scout Gold Award project. The book aims to promote friendship and bring awareness to the difficult transition military children often face when they move into new neighborhoods. Jenna has been visiting various youth programs to spread her message and donate books, including Sunset Hills Elementary School ESS, Rancho Peñasquitos Branch Library, Mira Mesa Christian School, and Turtleback Elementary School ESS. In addition to being a part of Troop 8316, Jenna has been involved with many other community activities. This year she graduated from Mt. Carmel High School, where she was the president of the Friendship Club, vice president of the California Scholarship Federation, welcoming new student committee chair for Peer Counseling, and a National Honor Society member. She was also a cheerleader for four years and a water safety instructor at the Mt. Carmel pool. She will be attending UC Berkeley in the fall.  48 • 92129MAGAZINE.COM • September | October 2016

estview High School senior Shreya Huilgol earned her Girl Scout Gold Award last year with a project that she continues today.

The project, called Step Up 2 Check Up, initiates blood pressure screening in children all over the world and spreads awareness of the dangers of high blood pressure (hypertension) and the importance of early detection. Shreya was diagnosed with hypertension at the age of eight. Fortunately, it was discovered early enough that it could be treated.

Shreya has traveled to India three times to continue the work of her hypertension awareness campaign. She has shared her personal experiences and knowledge with thousands of people, conducted awareness workshops in schools, and helped screen students. She also worked with the Rotary Club of Kolhapur to include blood pressure testing as part of its routine health screenings at schools in India, a service that has since spread to other Rotary Clubs in the state. “If even one life is saved,” Shreya said, “it is worth it!”

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r. Michael C. Maksim, owner and lead dentist of Rancho Dental Care has been practicing dentistry for over 20 years. “I like the small town feel and personal relationships I have formed within the community,” said Dr. Maksim, who is a Southern California native and a graduate from the University of Southern California.

His career as a general dentist dates back to 1988, and today Dr. Maksim especially takes pride in providing highly aesthetic veneers and adult orthodontics. One of the tremendous benefits his office provides is the availability of in-office treatment by board-certified dental specialists. If the need arises, an oral surgeon with over 25 years of experience can remove impacted or broken teeth. A root canal specialist is also available, and the periodontal specialist performs gum surgery, and has placed over 5,000 dental implants.

Recognizing the unease many people feel when visiting the dentist, Dr. Maksim is board-certified in oral conscious sedation in hopes of providing a comfortable environment for all of his patients. “Skill and

compassion go hand in hand when providing exceptional patient care,” elaborated Dr. Maksim, who calls his team of trusted and experienced employees friendly and helpful.

“My employees have all worked for me for many years. The office manager has over 25 years with the office, and the registered dental assistant with extended functions has over 20 years of experience.”

While the practice accepts a patient of any age, Dr. Maksim and his team are trained to provide special care to senior citizens. This kind of care may involve “extensive tooth repair and replacement, along with cosmetic and functional restoration to the entire mouth.”

To stay upto-speed with the industry’s rapidly shifting technologies, Dr. Maksim and his team regularly attend dental educational and training seminars. They have been trained in state-ofthe-art procedures, such as 3D CAT scan, dental implants, sonic filings, and Zirconia crowns. The team also belongs to various professional dental associations.

But, to Dr. Maksim, providing his patients with individual, attentive care is just as

“Skill and compassion go hand in hand when providing exceptional patient care.”

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important as staying abreast with the latest technology. “I believe dentistry needs to walk the line between modern technology and oldfashioned personal care,” said Dr. Maksim.

“That means taking the time to find out about my patient’s goals and concerns. Our desire is that each patient’s treatment is completed as efficiently as possible.” 

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TUTORING CLUB PROFILE

Smart Choices Enrolling Students in Tutoring Club Improves Performance, Morale, and College Planning

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Tutoring Club teaches and tutors students from pre-K to high school seniors with any school subject, ACT/SAT preparation, and college planning. VP of Franchise Sales and Training Liam Powers explained, “Tutoring Club was started to offer students in the surrounding school districts an opportunity to get support in all coursework and subjects, tutoring as needed to achieve higher grades, preparation for future grade levels, and college planning.”

Tutoring sessions are individualized based on the students’ needs.

“One day might be math and another might be writing,” added Liam, “so we offer services to our students based on the assistance needed at that particular time.” Parents are encouraged to be involved through regular conferences that keep them informed of their child’s progress.

It’s a warm and relaxed feeling inside the center – especially when students’

imaginations are sparked and they realize they can be creators of positive outcomes.

Most of the tutors are college graduates with degrees in the fields they’re tutoring, though exceptional upper-level college students also tutor certain subjects. “We had a recent student who had received an NCAA scholarship offer, but did not receive a high enough score on her SAT to qualify for the scholarship,” mentioned Liam. They worked together on how she could focus and raise her score. He added, “She ended up getting the score needed and received a full scholarship to the University of Hawaii.”

Tutoring Club is about creating personal and scholastic success, and changing lives. Michelle is the parent of two sons who struggled in school when they moved to the area. She wrote, “Tutoring Club helped raise their grades from Cs to As and Bs. We still continue to attend tutoring sessions to keep their grades up and to get them the help they need.”

Prospective guardians can visit Tutoring Club representatives in the annual College Night hosted by the school district

“Tutoring Club was started to offer students in the surrounding school districts an opportunity to get support in all subjects and to prepare for college.”

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

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s of the time this was written, we have 80 homes being sold in Peñasquitos, which is slightly down from the 92 we had at the end of July. This isn’t a surprising decline with school starting, but if you’re out there searching for a home to buy you may see this trend continue through the end of the year. Market times have inched upwards but are still selling at a speedy 28 days on average.

As I have spoken of in prior writings, be wary of overpricing your home, watching it sit on the market, and reducing the price down the line. It can affect the mindset of buyers and result in lower offers. Homes in good condition that are promoted effectively and priced according to the current market conditions will sell quickly and for the highest amount.

July saw homes selling for 98% of the listing price which is very strong, but still something to keep an eye on since they were selling for 99% from March through June. There could be many reasons for

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If you’re considering selling your home in this market, I would recommend reaching out to your agent, or myself if you don’t have one, to help you improve your odds of selling in the shortest amount of time and for the highest amount. There are little things that one simply gets used to while living in a home, but a squeaky hinge, drawer that doesn’t operate properly, and dusty baseboards all add up for a potential buyer. Curb appeal is also important as it sets the tone for the entire viewing; from the moment a buyer gets out of the car, your home is being evaluated. If you need some help in this area, give me a call. I'm happy to help. 

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2,101

$725,000

12260 Katydid Circle

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3

2,402

$845,000

3

2,135

$729,000

7198 Celome

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2,384

$847,000

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3

2,692

$730,000

8857 Greenberg Way

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3

2,435

$852,000

12445 Dormouse Road

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3

1,946

$733,000

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4

3

2,479

$853,125

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4

3

2,200

$735,000

7028 Sherbourne Lane

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4

2,789

$859,320

13871 Bassmore Drive

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3

2,132

$735,000

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3

2,650

$870,000

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3

2,540

$735,000

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2,849

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2

1,942

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3

2,888

$875,000

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4

3

2,641

$740,000

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3

2,639

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3

2,215

$748,000

13040 Abing Avenue

5

3

2,898

$919,900

12405 Dormouse Road

3

3

1,817

$750,000

7031 Chapala Canyon Court

5

5

3,864

$920,000

12225 Darkwood Road

4

4

1,955

$760,000

13161 Via Mesa Drive

5

5

3,864

$925,000

8949 Renato Street

4

3

2,219

$760,000

7071 Chapala Canyon Court

5

5

3,864

$945,000

12741 Kestrel Street

4

3

2,337

$780,000

12105 Salix Court

5

4

2,869

$945,000

14439 Rimgate Court

4

3

2,155

$792,000

8277 Stage Coach Place

6

3

2,995

$952,000

14381 Bourgeois Way

5

3

2,888

$795,000

12485 Sundance Avenue

5

5

3,974

$955,000

14442 Rimgate Court

5

4

2,576

$799,900

13305 Deer Canyon Place

5

5

3,448

$975,000

7820 Jake View

4

3

2,234

$800,000

13748 Torrey Glenn Road

5

3

3,003

$976,500

9141 Emden Road

4

3

2,101

$800,000

7265 Park Village Road

5

3

2,522

$985,000

8565 Foxcroft

4

3

2,513

$803,500

8236 Via Escalada

4

4

3,430

$995,000

12454 Brickellia Street

4

3

2,668

$810,000

8218 Torrey Gardens Place

5

5

3,408

$998,800

7369 Arroyo Grande Road

4

3

2,766

$810,000

12114 Salix Way

5

3

3,014

$1,035,000

9632 Saskatchewan

4

3

2,488

$812,000

12426 Darkwood Road

5

5

3,461

$1,082,000

8485 Casco Court

4

3

2,287

$820,000

13330 Trailhead Place

4

5

3,620

$1,119,500

8660 Donaker

5

3

2,349

$830,000

12625 Via Colmenar

5

5

3,846

$1,160,000

12306 Katydid

4

3

2,327

$830,000

13445 Chaco Court

4

3

14646 Ibex

4

13373 Sparren Avenue

4

13163 Deron Avenue

Price

Address

(complete list of homes sold in 92129 at www.92129magazine.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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LIBRARY SCHEDULE

rancho peñasquitos branch library Events and dates are subject to change.

Contact library at 858-538-8159 to verify dates and times.

13330 Salmon River Rd., San Diego, CA 92129 www.tinyurl.com/RPlibrary or www.sandiegolibrary.org

SPECIAL EVENTS

OCT. 11

3RD WEDNESDAYS

JUNE 14

Live performance by Annette Hubbell 3 – 4 p.m.

2 – 3 p.m.

BOOK TALK: THE LOST AIRMAN

BY SETH MEYEROWITZ 6 – 7 p.m.

WITNESS TO GETTYSBURG

OCT. 26

PACIFIC PARANORMAL PRODUCTIONS

FRIENDS OF THE RANCHO PEÑASQUITOS LIBRARY MEETING

THURSDAYS

SEPT. 3; OCT. 1

The science of spooky Wednesday 6 – 8 p.m.

Update your craft passport with activities celebrating various countries 11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

ONGOING

9:45 – 10:30 a.m.

MONDAY – WEDNESDAY

10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

KID’S CRAFT CORNER (GRADES K-8)

SEPT. 9; OCT. 7

DAYTIME BOOK CLUB

Sept. | The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah Oct. | The Architect’s Apprentice by Elif Shafak 10 – 11:30 a.m.

SEPT. 20

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE 12 – 6 p.m.

SEPT. 21; OCT. 19

EVENING BOOK CLUB

Sept. | On Gold Mountain by Lisa See Oct. | Clara and Mr. Tiffany by Susan Vreeland 6:30 – 7:55 p.m.

SEPT. 28

CELEBRATING AMERICA’S BEST IDEA

Learn about the history and importance of the National Park Service 6 – 7 p.m.

OCT. 10

ANNETTE HUBBELL IN WITNESS TO GETTYSBURG A live performance 2 p.m.

HOMEWORK HELP (GRADES K-12) 4 – 6 p.m.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME WITH MARILYN MCPHIE INTERNET TUTORING KNITTING & CROCHET CIRCLE 1 – 3 p.m.

MONDAYS

LEGO BUILDERS CLUB (ALL AGES)

1 , 3 , AND 5 ST

RD

TH

MONDAYS

BABY SIGNING STORYTIME 1:15 – 1:45 p.m.

3:30 – 5 p.m.

1ST AND 3RD THURSDAYS

ZUMBATOMIC FOR CHILDREN

1ST, 3RD, AND 5TH MONDAYS BABY DISCOVERY 1:45 – 2:15 p.m.

10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

2ND AND 4TH THURSDAYS

SPANISH STORYTIME FOR TODDLERS 10:30 – 11 a.m.

TUESDAYS

2ND AND 4TH THURSDAYS

CHESS CLUB FOR ALL AGES 3:30 – 5 p.m.

1 AND 3 ST

RD

BEGINNING GENEALOGY AND WRITING FAMILY HISTORIES 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

TUESDAYS

KNIT & CROCHET FUN (AGES 5+) 3:30 – 5 p.m.

FRIDAYS ALL LEVELS YOGA

WEDNESDAYS ALL LEVELS YOGA 12:45 – 1:45 p.m.

1ST WEDNESDAYS

CODING CLUB (GRADES 6-12) 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

12:45 – 1:45 p.m.

CHESS CLUB (ALL AGES) 3:30 – 5 p.m.

1ST AND 3RD FRIDAYS

PAINTING WITH CATHERINE (GRADES K-6) 4 – 5 p.m.

PAWS TO READ (GRADES K-6)

Children read their favorite stories to therapy dogs 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

The library will be closed on Monday, Sept. 5, in observance of Labor Day.

SATURDAYS ZUMBA (AGES 14+) 9:45 – 10:45 a.m.

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