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contents
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Full House!
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Giving Back
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Smile Art Dentistry
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Book It!
Scripps Ranch community volunteer
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Custom care, personalized service at Smile Art Dentistry The Scripps Miramar Ranch Library
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Meet the Swafford family of 10
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Community Events & Info Local Community News & Info
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Sports Registrations & Info
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Student Star
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Watch the Birdie
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What’s for Dinner?
The latest registration information
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Meet 7-year-old Sophie Stevens So many species and so close! Try your neighbor’s recipe
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Community Stuff
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Out & About
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Local Merchant Profile
Local community announcements Local community pictures We take a look at Grand Entrances
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Business Spotlight
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Home Tips - Try these helpful home hints!
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Library Schedule Local Market Place
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Community Chalkboard
We take a look at North County Soccer Park
Real Estate Watch The Mortgage Minute & home sales in 92131
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Ryan Shupe enjoys some quiet reading time at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Cover photo by Spark Photography
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elcome to the latest issue of 92131 Magazine. The comments above are just some examples of what we’ve heard since the initial issue was published two months ago. Simply put, we are overwhelmed by the positive response, from both readers and advertisers. We realize that expectations are high for the future of the publication (and www.92131Magazine.com website). Residents of Scripps Ranch and the surrounding area obviously want to read about local friends, see pictures of family members involved in activities and events in the community, and get information on what’s happing close to home. And we will strive to deliver what our thousands of readers want to see. It is truly exciting to be a part of something so successful so quickly. Readers called, emailed and told us in person how much they enjoyed spending time with the publication. Advertisers in the first issue were thrilled with the positive response to their messages. And many, many other business people contacted us to be a part of future issues of 92131 Magazine. We’re humbled, and we’re pleased to give you the latest issue – with new information on what’s happening in your neighborhood. Keep the comments coming, along with your suggestions, story ideas, photos and submissions for publication.
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Publisher - Derrick Breaux Editor Emeritus - Carolyn McElhaney Executive Director of Business Development - Suzy-Beth Sarver Director of Production - Tara Pritchett Photographer - Spark Photography Art Director - Tyler McElhaney 92131 Magazine is published locally six times per year by Susco Media Inc. ©2011 All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any content in this publication without prior written permission is strictly prohibited. 92131 Magazine is a subsidiary of Susco Media Inc. of San Diego, CA: Carolyn McElhaney, Chairman of the Board; Scott McElhaney, Chief Executive Officer; Derrick Breaux, Chief Operating Officer and President. 92131 Magazine’s publication of information provided by advertisers (paid or unpaid) – or other companies or individuals – does not represent an endorsement or verification of accuracy. 92131 Magazine assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or liability for the content of advertising placed in the publication (or on the 92131Magazine.com website).
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:::: COMMUNITY EVENTS & INFORMATION MAY 15 Fair: 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
MAY 11 10 a.m.
“Aging Successfully in Scripps Ranch”
Scripps Ranch Elder Care Alliance presents the third in a series of “Aging Successfully in Scripps Ranch” presentations at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library. “Too Wise to Want to Be Young Again” will be presented by Natasha Josefowitz, Ph.D. For more information, contact the Alliance at contact@sreldercare.org, 858-397-5747, or visit www.sreldercare.org.
Concert: 6 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
12th Annual SRCA Community Fair & Concert “Going Green”
The Community Fair is held each year in the Scripps Ranch Community Park (Blue Cypress Drive at Cypress Canyon Road). For more information about the fair (including vendor inquiries), contact Bev Cassity at communityfair@scrippsranch.org.
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May 22 12 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
San Diego County Fair “Race to the Fair!”
Jewish Children’s Music Festival
Part of the fun of going to the fair is experiencing all your favorite foods, rides and exhibits. This year, the San Diego County Fair will be celebrating cars of many types, with some great displays of amazing automobiles, some historic and many modern. More information at www.sdfair.com.
Spend an exciting and entertaining day enjoying the music of the YU Maccabeats. For more information, visit http://maccabeats.eventbrite.com.
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MAY EVENTS
JUNE EVENTS
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Jerabek Elementary School Ranch Round Up www.jerabekelementary.com/index.jsp
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Thurgood Marshall Middle 8th Grade Promotion Party 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Scripps Ranch Swim & Racquet Club www.marshallmiddle.org/index.jsp
Hair Cut-A-Thon in support of Locks of Love 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Junior Girl Scout Troop 8213 is organizing the event for their Bronze Award, a leadership award for Junior Girl Scouts. Scripps Hair & Skin Gallery 9825 Carroll Canyon Rd. #L, San Diego, CA 92131 To schedule an appointment, call 858-336-5726 or locksoflovecutathon@gmail.com.
5/16-19 Dingeman Elementary 13th Annual Art Show “A World of Art” – Beautiful masterpieces created by students, representing famous artists from all over the world. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Mon – Wed) 9 a.m. – Noon & 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. (Thurs) 5/21
SRHS “Fire & Ice” Prom Manchester Grand Hyatt, Downtown
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SRHS Senior Exhibition Day 555 seniors will be presenting their senior exhibition projects 11:45 - 12:15 - Panelist Check In 12:15 - 12:45 - Panelist Orientation; SRHS Theatre 1:00 - 2:30 - Student Presentations
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6/13 Last day of School for SDUSD Students 6/13-14 SRHS Grad Night 2011 So Cal Road Trip 9:30 p.m. – 6 a.m. Dave & Buster’s Mission Valley
SCRIPPS RANCH SWIM & RACQUET CLUB EVENTS 5/30
Memorial Day Celebration 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Scripps Ranch Swim & Racquet Club at the Aviary Club
6/17, 7/15, 8/5, 9/9 Trails Family Happy Hour 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
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7/9-10, 8/6-7, 8/27/28 Family Overnight Campouts 4 p.m. Saturday – 10 a.m. Sunday Space is limited. Cost is $40/family of 4, $5 for additional Family Dinner Night 2nd Tuesday of every month (April – October) 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Members: $6/person, Non-Members: $8/person; Children under 5 eat FREE
RECURRING EVENTS First Tuesday of every month 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Miramar Ranch North Planning Committee Scripps Ranch Community Center First Tuesdays of Most Month 7 p.m. Welcome Club of Scripps Ranch General Meeting Scripps Ranch Swim & Racquet Club www.scrippsranchwelcomeclub.com First Thursday of every month 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Scripps Ranch Planning Group Scripps Ranch Library Every Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Councilman DeMaio Resident Appointments SR Community Center Every Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Scripps Ranch Farmers Market 10380 Spring Canyon Road, San Diego, CA 92131 www.srfm.org First & Third Friday of every month 6:45 p.m. – 10 p.m. Adult Game Nights El Mirador at Aviary www.srsrc.com (dates & events subject to change)
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SPORTS Registration JUNE EVENTS MAY EVENTS 5/6
10th Annual Teacher Appreciation Night at PETCO Park 7:05 p.m. – Padres vs. Diamondbacks
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Scripps Ranch Pop Warner Football & Cheer Last chance to sign up for the 2011 Season. 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Scripps Ranch Community Fair www.scrippsranchpopwarner.com
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Girls Lacrosse Home Games Marshall Middle School 5/1 & 5/22: 1pm (Pee Wees) 5/7: 9 a.m. (D1-A), 10:15 a.m. (D1-B) 5/22: 1 p.m. www.srlax.org
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Scripps Ranch Softball 19th Annual All-Star Tournament www.eteamz.com/srsa, click “All Star Tournament”
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American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Call 858-271-6222 or visit www.srsrc.com Session II: June 17,18,19,24,25,26
6/21-24 Scripps Ranch Soccer Club Soccer Camp 2011 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Additional Sessions: July 25-29, Aug. 22-26 858-361-5232 or cdjr2020@aol.com www.scrippsranchsc.com/sidebar/camps-clinics Scripps Ranch Women’s Athletic Club New seasons are beginning soon. www.srwac.org Volleyball begins in June. Contact: lisabass@san.rr.com Softball begins in June. Contact: delany@san.rr.com Soccer begins in July. Contact: martgall@att.net Basketball begins in July. Contact: bpalamar@sbcglobal.net Do you have an event for this page? Email us at events@92131magazine.com NOW!
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Baby Avery’s Surgery Inspires Support Network
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very Grantham is a beautiful young girl inside and out. She is adored by her parents, Sheila and Jason of Scripps Ranch, and idolizes her big brother, Kyler. By looking at her no one would have an idea what she has endured in her first year of life. Avery was born on October 14, 2009 and, shortly after birth, she was diagnosed with Right Coronal Craniosynostosis, a birth defect where one or more of the skull’s sutures fuses too early and doesn’t allow the brain and skull to grow normally. The only option to fix this is a highly-invasive surgery where surgeons cut the scalp from ear-to-ear, break apart the skull and put it back together with dissolvable plates and screws. Doctors recommended doing Avery’s surgery around six months of age. Waiting for your baby to have major surgery is agonizing. During this time, Sheila Grantham scoured the Internet for more information – soon finding a community of other families facing the same diagnosis. She was suddenly engulfed in
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the world of Craniosynostosis and inspired by the support she had found. After six long months of hospital stays, doctor appointments, testing and researching, surgery was upon Avery. And on April 20, 2010, the family checked into Rady Children’s Hospital and placed Avery in the hands of three surgeons: Dr. Stephen Cohen (Craniofacial Plastic Surgeon), Dr. Hal Meltzer (Neurosurgeon), and Dr. Don Kikkawa (Opthalmic Surgeon). Surgery was four hours in duration – and after a successful surgery and a five-day hospital stay, Avery was able to go home. Her eyes were swollen and blackened and her ear-to-ear, zig-zag scar with 50 stitches seemed unbelievable. Remarkably, Avery recovered beautifully. Inspired by the loving and supportive Craniosynostosis community, Sheila decided to give back and try to create awareness for the condition. In honor of her daughter, the Avery’s Angel Network was born. Out of Sheila’s San Diego garage, she makes flower headbands and pirate
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hats for babies to wear after surgery to help cover their ear-to-ear scar. She uses the images and stories of the children in their headbands and hats to uplift other families going through diagnosis and surgery. She is also on an awareness mission to ensure that parents are knowledgeable about Craniosynostosis and assist them in becoming the best advocate for their child. For more information, visit www.averysangels.net. ¢
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Marshall Student Participates in 23rd Food Packaging Event
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cripps Ranch residents again participated with hundreds of other volunteers in another of the many Friends and Family Community Connection’s food packaging events in March. Among those participating was local 12-year-old resident Matteo Cometti, who has been an integral part of the FFCC since it began the food packaging events.
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Matteo learned of FFCC while he was a student at Ellen Browning Scripps Elementary School when the school partnered with the organization in 2005. Now, as a Marshall Middle School student, he hopes to educate others about the impact one person can make on hundreds of thousands of other children. Through March, FFCC has held 23 food packaging events and Matteo has volunteered at every single one of them. During these events, volunteers and contributors have purchased, packaged, and shipped more than 2.7 million meals to Tanzania; 1 million meals to Haiti; and 300,000 meals to Malawi. Half a million meals have also been distributed to local families in need
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and others are being sent to those who suffered from the recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Matteo hopes to visit Tanzania when he is old enough so he can personally witness how the 100-plus food bags he packs at each of the events actually does feed more than 600 children. Unlike much of the food distributed to the hungry in third world countries, the meals Matteo and other Scripps Ranch residents helped to assemble at the March event actually work to reverse the effects of starvation. The secret is a revolutionary food package that provides six nutritionally-complete servings to feed starving children around the world as well as the hungry here at home – and all for pennies a day. ¢ Food packaging events are held every few months at different volunteer locations countywide. More information about the events is available at www.ffccsd.org.
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Junior Troop 8213 Plans Cut-A-Thon to Secure Bronze Award
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cripps Ranch-based Junior Girl Scout Troop 8213 hopes to attract at least 100 hair donors on May 14-15 for a Locks of Love Cut-A-Thon event – and secure its Bronze Award. Locks of Love is a non-profit organization that uses donated hair to produce super-strong customized hair pieces for financially disadvantaged children who have lost their hair due to various reasons, including autoimmune diseases, cancer and burns. The project involves three partner salons: East of Eden Salon and Spa in Poway, Scripps Ranch Hair and Skin Gallery in Scripps Ranch, and Thomas Joseph Studio in Kearny Mesa. To attract donors, the 11 troop members spoke to schools and organization, posted flyers, called friends and radio stations, and secured the participating salons. For additional information on the event or to make an appointment, call 858-336-5726 or email locksoflovecutathon@gmail.com.
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Many of the girls in Troop 8213 have been together in Girl Scouts for six years since kindergarten – even though they attend different schools. In addition to their effort to obtain the Bronze Award (the highest honor a Junior Girl Scout can earn), the troop members have completed a variety of other projects as Brownies – such as serving brunch to families at Ronald McDonald House, sorting food at Feeding America, cheering 3-Day Breast Cancer walkers to the 60-mile finish line, and placing flags on the graves of veterans at Fort Rosecrans Cemetery – and much more. After the Cut-A-Thon, the troop
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travels to San Francisco to “bridge to the Cadettes level” of Girl Scouts by walking across the Golden Gate Bridge with thousands of other scouts from across the U.S. Money for the trip comes from saving some of the troop’s cookie sales money for the past three years (having sold more than 2,100 boxes during that time). ¢
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Sophia “Sophie” Stevens 7 Dingeman Elementary 2nd Julie and Greg Stevens Luke, 5
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eyes sparkle and her smile is bright. The energetic 7-year-old 2nd grader lives with her family in the Americana neighborhood of Scripps Ranch, where she enjoys her friendly neighbors, the great schools, sports activities, and close proximity to so many parks. One of Stevens’ favorite hobbies is playing sport – all sports. She has played soccer for two years in the Scripps Ranch Soccer Club, and she also plays 8U girls fast pitch softball on the Blue Dolphins team. She has played with the Scripps Ranch Softball Association since she was 5 years old. Her dad is the head coach, so it is an activity they can enjoy together. She also enjoys tae kwon do, which she has studied since fall 2010 at ATA Black Belt Academy under the instruction of Master Moon, who is a 7th degree black belt. So far, she has earned her yellow belt, and she participates in the Black Belt Club at the studio as well. As if all those sports weren’t enough to keep her busy, the vivacious May | June 2011
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Stevens also participates in Girl Scouts with her Brownie Troop (#8376). Her two troop leaders, Val Harris and Dee Siefert keep the girls busy with all sorts of fun activities. Currently, Stevens attends Dingeman Elementary, where her teacher is Sara Church. She really enjoys her school because there are so many wonderful teachers who love what they do and care for their students, she said. “Mrs. Church is a great teacher and teaches us a lot of fun things,” Stevens said. “She is very kind.” Stevens also noted that there is a lot of parent support, which makes the school a nice place to be. Her favorite subject is math, and she can’t wait to learn more about multiplication. Stevens and younger brother Luke, 5, are the children of Greg and Julie Stevens, who have lived in the community for 13 years. When she is not busy with school, sports, or other activities, she enjoys playing with her Lego sets, playing Wii, and spending time with her family. “I love to play Legos with my brother and wrestle with him,” she said. “What I like most about my brother is that he is nice to me.” The family also has a 2-year-old Golden Retriever named Ellie – and on warm days, they all enjoy taking Ellie to Coronado’s dog beach. Close family ties inspire Stevens, and she appreciates the variety of things her mom and dad do for her every day. She hopes to one day cook like mom, work with wood like dad and be as kind as her Grandma Doerr. Career-wise, she thinks she might like to become and engineer because of her love of building. ¢
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Watch the Birdie
San Diego features 480 wild species, and three great observation areas are nearby
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ue to the diversity of San Diego County, this is a rare area in the nation where one can observe birds in four distinct bird habitats (Coastal; Inland Foothills, Canyons and Lakes; Mountains; and Deserts). Perhaps surprising to some, more than 480 species of birds can be observed in the San Diego region – more than any other county in the U.S. And three of the prime bird watching spots in the area happen to be very close to 92131:
Wren, White-tailed Kite, Osprey, Golden Eagle, Sage Sparrow, and Spotted Sandpiper. Depending upon the time of year, additional species seen include: Loggerhead Shrike, American Kestrel, Cooper’s Hawk, Eared Grebe, American White Pelican, Canada Goose, Couble-crested Cormorant, Egrets/Herons, Turkey Vulture, Forster’s Tern, Bonaparte’s Gull, Greater Roadrunner, White-throated Swift, Lesser Goldfinch, Belted Kingfisher, Swallows (various), Cassin’s Kingbird, Bewick’s Wren, Wrentit, and Hummingbirds.
Lake Hodges:
Blue Sky Ecological Preserve:
Park at Joslyn Senior Center, 18402 West Bernardo Drive on the Rancho Bernardo side of the lake, and follow the moderate trails toward the lake. Most often birds observed at the site include Western and Clark’s Grebes (often seen performing their mating dance on the lake in early spring), California and Blue-gray Gnatcatchers, the coastal race of Cactus May | June 2011
Located in Poway, birds most often observed include Hawks, Turkey Vultures, Warblers and Neotropicals.
Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve:
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life often seen. Birds most often found within the preserve include the Acorn Woodpecker, White-tailed Kite (nesting), Golden-crowned and White-crowned Sparrows (winter), Blue Grosbeak, (summer), Nuttall’s Woodpecker, and Western Bluebird. Grasshopper Sparrows are possible on the grassy hillside to the left coming from the east and in the grassy areas at the west end of the canyon. Also observed, depending upon the season: Great-horned Owl, Red-tailed Hawk, Lazuli Bunting, Bullock’s Oriole, Black-headed Grosbeak, Common Snipe, Great Blue Herons, Egrets, Mallard ducks, and other Western migrants. It’s estimated that more than 60 million Americans watch
Much of the popularity of birding is due to the fact that little equipment is needed or observe wild birds on a regular or semi-regular basis – often while hiking, picnicking, camping or during some other related activity. Much of the popularity is due to the fact that little equipment is needed; typically a pair of binoculars or spotting scope and some type of identification guide is all that is required to truly enjoy the activity. More advanced birders often keep a “life list” of species observed in the outdoors, including the date and location of each siting. ¢
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:::: YOUR NEIGHBOR’S RECIPE Daddy Breaux’s
Cajun Crawfish Etoufee Ingredients 1 1 1 3 1 1 ½ 1 1 1-2 1 ½ 1 4
lb peeled crawfish tails* or peeled shrimp onion bell pepper stalks of celery jalapeno pepper (optional) stick butter tsp mustard tbsp Kitchen Bouquet (optional) (browning & seasoning sauce) tbsp corn starch (optional) tbsp Salt tbsp Black Pepper tsp Red Pepper (optional) squirt of lemon juice (optional) cups cooked white rice
Directions 1. Chop onion, bell pepper, celery and jalapeno peppers. 1. In skillet, melt butter. Saute all vegetables until transparent (be careful not to burn). 2. Season crawfish/shrimp with salt and pepper. 3. When vegetables are tender and transparent, add crawfish/shrimp to skillet. Cook over medium/high heat, stirring frequently for approximately 10 minutes. Crawfish/shrimp should produce its own juice. 4. Add ½ tsp mustard (optional, but recommended). A squirt of lemon juice is also nice (only for crawfish – not recommended if you are cooking shrimp etoufee). 5. Taste test! Add more seasoning if you prefer. 6. Add small amounts of water into the mixture to make gravy. At this point, the mixture will be yellow in color. As an option, add about 1 tbsp of Kitchen Bouquet Browning and Seasoning Sauce to darken the color. 7. Taste Test! 8. If gravy is not thick enough (it usually is not), mix 1 tbsp corn starch with water in a small bowl and stir into mixture to thicken. 9. Taste Test! Don’t be afraid to add more salt and pepper! 10. Serve over bed of white rice. Enjoy! *Note: You can purchase frozen packages of cooked crawfish tails at Bisher’s Quality Meats (in Poway) or Super Walmart (in Oceanside).
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about the chef Derrick Breaux is originally from Southeast Texas (near the Gulf Coast and Louisiana border). He grew up in a southern “Cajun” cooking family. Breaux and his wife Jessica have three children and live in 4S Ranch. He is the publisher of 92131 Magazine. Cooking Cajun and southern entrees is a hobby for Breaux. Crawfish Etoufee is a family recipe that his Maw Maw (grandmother) taught him. “While I do my best to make ‘my’ Etoufee taste like Maw Maw’s Etoufee,” said Breaux, “I still love to visit her in Texas and eat her version – it just tastes good! At 37, there’s something nostalgic about sitting at the exact same table that I sat at growing up, eating some of the same dishes that I have enjoyed since childhood.” Cajun food varies greatly – it really depends on where you are eating it and who the chef is. “Over the years I have discovered that Cajun food has many different tastes. Each Cajun family has their own twist or distinct taste,” said Breaux. “Cooking Cajun is an experience. You have to use the recipe as a guideline and alter it to your specific family’s liking. You have to put ‘your’ twist on it and make it your own.” ¢
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Dingeman 5th Grader Wins ‘Character Matters’ Essay Contest Ryan Hobbib, a 5th grader at Dingeman Elementary School in Scripps Ranch, was awarded first place out of 1,500 entries in the University of San Diego’s 8th annual Character Matters Essay Contest. The contest was sponsored by USD’s School of Leadership and Education Sciences, Character Development Center. The Character Matters Essay Contest offers students the opportunity to reflect on and write about experiences related to matters of honesty, courage, respect, responsibility, self-discipline, and other character traits. Hobbib’s elementary division-winning essay, entitled “Finding Courage Within Myself”, shared the personal insights he learned after his father was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. He reflected on how he has grown as a person throughout the process as he and his family coped with his father’s medical treatments and rehabilitation.
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He also shared the importance of positive character traits he was inspired by in his parents, teachers, and friends, including compassion, faith, trust, courage, and perseverance. In addition, Hobbib wrote how the experience taught him the importance of never giving up hope and having a positive attitude when faced with challenges – and how he learned to find “the courage within himself” during difficult times. Hobbib is in Rochelle Schwartz’s class at Dingeman, where he recently received a plaque and a $125 prize from USD presented by Principal Kimie Lochtefeld. He plans to donate part of his prize winnings to the American Cancer Society. ¢
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Scripps Ranch Couple Passionate About Community and Family – All of Them! by LORI LUM Special to 92131 Magazine
Parents: Residence: Years in Community: Children:
Mike and Susan Swafford Stonebridge Estates 3 Katie, 18, 12th grade (Westview) Corynne, 16, 11th grade (Maranatha) Callie, 14, 8th grade (Maranatha) Cami, 12, 6th grade (Maranatha) Krissy, 10, 4th grade (Maranatha) Nick, 8, 2nd grade (Maranatha) Jack, 4, Mt. Olive Preschool Dylan, 18 months Pets: Yorkie (Sweetie), Fish (Al, Squirmy)
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ucked into the bustling Scripps Ranch Marketplace is Baby Vie, a mom and baby clothing and gift boutique that recently won “Best New Boutique” in Ranch and Coast Magazine’s “Best of 2011” survey. And behind the boutique is Scripps Ranch resident Susan Swafford and her remarkable family. It is easy to see how passionate Swafford and her husband Mike are about family. Not only do they own Baby Vie, they also have eight children – ranging in age from 18 years to 18 months – and are expecting… number nine in June. The Swaffords love their community too. They have lived in Scripps Ranch for over 13 years, and have moved four times to accommodate their growing family.
‘We’re not Mormon or Catholic…We have so many kids only because we enjoy parenthood so much – no other reason, belief system, or story to it.’ ~Susan Swafford, Scripps Ranch mother
“We love Scripps Ranch because it’s so family focused,” said Susan Swafford. “It is a safe, supportive environment to raise our children in. The kids have had great experiences in local schools, scouts, and sports teams.” Another part of the community that is important to the Swaffords is the spirit of volunteerism. Both Mike and Susan are happy that their children are able to witness, participate in and learn from dedicated friends and neighbors. As a family they participate in “Sandwich Sundays” where they prepare and deliver sandwiches May | June 2011
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to the homeless in San Diego. They also support Alex’s Lemonade Stand (for Childhood Cancer Awareness) by hosting lemonade stands at almost every Baby Vie event. This year, they have experienced the generosity and support of their neighbors first-hand when son Nick was recently diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a malignant brain tumor. “Our Stonebridge neighbors have been incredibly supportive during Nick’s illness,” Susan Swafford said. “They’ve put care packages together and even organized a nightly meal delivery program.” Nick Swafford has been through surgery to remove the tumor, but still faces more than a year of radiation and chemotherapy treatments to prevent its return. All of the Swafford children are involved in family, school, and community. The two eldest children, Katie and Corynne, want to pursue careers in oncology, and both have volunteered extensively at local hospitals. Callie, 14, is a competitive soccer player for Scripps United Soccer Club. Cami, and Krissy keep busy with piano, theater, and sporting events, and Alex is into Little League. The business, Babie Vie, also has taken up a lot of family time this year. The entire family – including the youngest children Jack and Dylan – has participated in Baby Vie events. Even Mike, who works as a software engineer at Websense, moonlights as the store’s bookkeeper. When the family is able to pull away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, they love to travel. Past trips have included New York City, Disneyworld, and Greece. These days, however, they are just happy to have each other, a successful business, and a community they love. ¢
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Scripps Ranch Resident Gallagher Great Example of Giving Back to Community by ZEENA GREGG
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cripps Ranch resident Ann Marie Gallagher is a great example of someone who gives back to her community. She not only finds time to volunteer at the Scripps Ranch Women’s Athletic Club (SRWAC), but also Jerabek Elementary and Marshall Middle schools. Eight years ago, Gallagher found herself recently laid off from work with a child starting kindergarten – and she saw the perfect opportunity to help out in the classroom. “Over time, I began to increase the number of hours I could devote to the school. Once my younger son started school, I was able to spend even more time,” said Gallagher. Becoming more involved, Gallagher became a part of the Family Faculty Organization (FFO) at Jerabeck. “The FFO conducts fundraisers and a pledge drive in order to fund a variety of activities at the school which enrich the lives of our students,” noted Gallagher, who is one of the FFO’s Vice-Presidents. “[It] is comprised completely of parent volunteers and is an amazing asset to the school and to the education and enrichment of the students.” As her oldest child moved on to middle school, Gallagher joined the Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) at Marshall. “The PTSA helps finance many vital activities and Name: Age: Residence: Volunteer Affiliation:
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enrichment opportunities...but due to budget cuts, the teachers have fewer resources available to them, and that is where the PTSA steps in,” explained Gallagher, whose current position is Parliamentarian. Although Gallagher had never played soccer before, a neighbor introduced her to SRWAC nine years ago, and she soon found herself playing the game, having fun and getting exercise. Before long, she was volunteering and became the treasurer and later the registrar for the soccer league. SRWAC is a non-profit that provides residents of Scripps Ranch recreational basketball, soccer and volleyball leagues for women 25 and over. The organization provides scholarships for high school senior girls, sponsors several youth fundraisers and is also involved in the annual 4th of July celebration and the Symphony in the Park event. When not volunteering, Gallagher enjoys running, cooking, reading, and watching the Chargers and Padres. Family time is also important, and Gallagher – along with husband Paul Martinson and sons Tom (14) and Joe (10) – spend time together camping, hiking, geocaching and visiting family. ¢ 22
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Scripps Ranch Women’s Athletic Club Provide sports programs to adults and sports related support to youth Jennifer Harcos at surfahgrly@yahoo.com
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Jerabek Elementary School Family Faculty Organization Provide enrichment programs to the students and staff of Jerabek through fundraising and volunteerism Lorelle Mudd at lorelle@san.rr.com
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Marshall Middle School Parent Teacher Student Association Provide enrichment programs to the students and staff of MMS through fundraising and volunteerism Lori Erlenbach at lori13@san.rr.com
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‘Let Us Make You Smile Today’
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Smile Art Dentistry Takes Pride in Providing the Best In Custom Care to Patients
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tilizing extensive experience, the latest in technology, and friendly service, Smile Art Dentistry provides patients with the best in customized care. “We offer highly customized care
to meet the individual’s needs,” said Dr. Michael Scrydloff. “At Smile Art Dentistry, we provide a comfortable, customer-oriented atmosphere – and we listen to patients to hear their concerns and understand their needs.”
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Committed to providing the highest quality dental care, Dr. Scrydloff said he and his staff give a priority to ensuring a caring and professional environment. “We treat our patients as a whole person, not just their symptoms,” he said. “Our philosophy is to customize dental treatment to meet our patients’ needs while striving to achieve the most optimal result working within the patients’ budget and maximizing insurance benefits. Our team of experts relies on the most modern technology – as well as friendly service – to offer patients the best and most comprehensive treatment.” Smile Art Dentistry, located in the Canyon Hills Shopping Center just west of Interstate 15 at 9932 Mercy Road #105 in San Diego, was started by Dr. John Grim in 1978. Selected by Dr. Grim for his experience and teaching background,
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Dr. Scrydloff later joined the practice and they worked together for several years until Dr. Grim’s retirement in 2007. In addition to 25 years practicing General Dentistry at all levels of care, Dr. Scrydloff has served on the clinical faculty at UCLA School of Dentistry for 10 years. He is a graduate of both UCLA School of Dentistry and UCSD, and an Active State Board Examiner for the Dental Board of California. Such an outstanding background allows Dr. Scrydloff to provide complete family dental care, with most specialties done in the office – and minimal need for outside specialists. “We provide family dentistry for all ages and many disabilities,” he noted. “And we provide special personalized care for the fearful and special needs patients. We want patients to know that we will take care of them.” The calming, attentive staff at Smile Art Dentistry reinforces that philosophy. “Our front office staff is very courteous and caring with many years of experience. They know how to maximize
Smile Art Dentistry at A Glance Address:
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858-566-1000
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Dr. Michael Scrydloff
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insurance benefits, while prioritizing patients’ cares and concerns,” he said. “Plus, our hygienists are highly qualified, as well as gentle and compassionate,” Dr. Scrydloff added. “They are an important part of our team because they help me provide care and educate patients about the importance of good oral health.” Smile Art Dentistry’s wide range of services includes Sedation Dentistry, wisdom teeth removal, periodontal treatment, root canals, dental implant restoration, cosmetic dentistry services, crowns and bridges of all types, and Invisalign orthodontics. Providing so many service options at Smile Art Dentistry is important to patients and helps Dr. Scrydloff guide them through the complex world of dental treatment options. “Many prospective dental patients that I encounter are unaware of the role the General Dentist plays in the scope of their overall dental care,” he said. “Being established with a general or family dentist you trust is an important ingredient in keeping the cost of dental care low by preventing unexpected pain or unplanned emergency procedures.” ¢ Smile Art Dentistry is located at 9932 Mercy Road #105 in San Diego. For more information, call 858-566-1000, email office@smileartdentistry.com or visit www.smileartdentistry.com.
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:::: COMMUNITY STUFF Poppa’s Fresh Fish Joins Farmers Market
Poppa’s Fresh Fish” – one of the top fresh fish vendors for farmers markets in San Diego – is now among the featured participants at the weekly Scripps Ranch Farmers Market The new vendor plans to sell salmon initially, and eventually expand into fish tacos, crab cakes and more (a discount coupon for the Scripps Ranch Farmers Market is available on page 4 of this issue of 92131 Magazine). The market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday at 10380 Spring Canyon Road. Visit www.srfm.org for more information.
4th Annual “Help Patrick Walk” Texas Hold’em Tournament The 4th Annual “Help Patrick Walk” Texas Hold’em Tournament will be 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. May 22 at the Scripps Ranch Swim and Raquet Club. “Help Patrick Walk” was formed to raise money for 16-year-old Patrick Ivison, who suffered a spinal cord injury when he was hit by a car as a toddler. The money raised pays for his physical rehabilitation at Project Walk, caregivers and the cost of modifying a vehicle. Entry fee is $75 and includes $2,000 in casino money, buffet dinner and two drink tickets. Dinner-only tickets can be purchased for $20. Top five players will receive prizes. Registration forms are available at www.helppatrickwalk.org. Ivison, a junior at Scripps Ranch High School, is a motivational speaker and an adaptive surfer. He travels to schools in Southern California to share a message of hope and recovery and encourages youth to focus on their abilities and the positives in life.
Deadline Nears for Pop Warner Registration
It’s not too late to sign up for Scripps Ranch Pop Warner football and cheer: Simply visit www.scrippsranchpopwarner.com for documents and drop by the booth at the May 15 Scripps Ranch Community Fair between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., turn in your paperwork and get fitted for jerseys. All families of participants will be contacted by head coaches soon regarding the upcoming season. Player assessments will be on Saturday, May 21 and Sunday, May 22. Jersey numbers and final jersey fittings will also take place on these dates. Paperwork will be accepted as well, but those dates are the final deadline for registration. Cheerleaders will also be hearing from their cheer coaches and will be notified of uniform fitting dates as soon as dates are confirmed. Parent meetings will be in June and equipment will be distributed on Saturday, July 9 and Saturday, July 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the container at the high school. Participants must turn in their physical 26
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forms and final report cards in order to receive equipment. There will be a five week conditioning camp run by Fitness Quest 10 sports training facility in Scripps Ranch. The camp will run from June 20 to July 22, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:15 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. The cost is $175 for the 14 sessions.
Josefowitz Lecture Planned for May 11
Scripps Ranch Elder Care Alliance presents the third in a series of “Aging Successfully in Scripps Ranch” presentations at 10 a.m. on May 11 at the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library. “Too Wise to Want to Be Young Again” will be provided by Natasha Josefowitz, Ph.D., a professor of business for 30 years and an internationally known keynote speaker. She has also been on numerous television programs. A resident of La Jolla, Josefowitz is the best-selling author and award-winning poet of 17 books (which she will sign have available for purchase). Scripps Miramar Ranch Library is located at 10301 Scripps Lake Drive. For more information, contact the Alliance at contact@sreldercare.org or 858-397-5747, or visit www.sreldercare.org.
Single Neighbors Group Re-established
Single, divorced, never married, or widowed residents of Scripps Ranch are welcome to join the Scripps Ranch Singles Group, which has been reinvented. The group is gaining new members each month and has a lot planned for the coming months. Prior activities have included a walk/brunch at Miramar Lake, miniature golf, kayaking and movie nights. Scripps Ranch Singles group was originally organized in 1992. After years of non-involvement, the present organizer, Anne Pearson, has offered to reignite the fire for the group – with the goal being to “provide a safe, comfortable, neighborly social outlet for people in the Scripps Ranch area.” The SRS is not a dating service, but an avenue for single neighbors of all ages to meet and mingle with others in the area. The newest initiative by the group is a scholarship fund established to offer to a graduating senior from Scripps Ranch High School who is being raised by a single parent. Essay requirements and GPA specifics have been submitted to the school. The next group event is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the terrace at Yanni’s Bistro. For additional details or to be included on emails from the group, contact Pearson at 619-518-1243 or srsingleneighbors@yahoo.com.
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Dingeman Students Win Essay Contest
Connor Rittershofer and Kailey Walton – both students in Rochelle Schwartz’s 5th grade class at Dingeman Elementary School in Scripps Ranch – were among 50 winners in Time Warner Cable’s “50 Best Moms” Student Essay Contest. More than 2,500 essay submissions were received from throughout San Diego County. Kailey’s mother, Becky Walton, and Connor’s mother, Jenny Rittershofer – along with their award-winning children – will be honored and recognized at a special awards brunch and ceremony at the Aventine Hyatt Hotel in La Jolla on Saturday, May 7, just in time for Mother’s Day. In their essays, Kailey and Connor wrote about the positive role model their mothers have been for them and the support they’ve always provided, along with many other reasons why their moms should be named among of San Diego’s “50 Best Moms”. Both students received special acknowledgement by Principal Kimie Lochtefeld and were presented with a Mimi’s Cafe gift certificate at the student-body Tiger Rally on April 18.
SRCA Fundraising Drive Under Way
Scripps Ranch Civic Association’s Annual Fundraising Drive 2011 is now under way. Contributions support many community activities, according to Claude Braunstein, fundraising chairperson. Contributions can be made online at www.scrippsranch. org. SRCA welcomes both household supporters and business supporters. All individuals and businesses who donate will be recognized on the SRCA website.
Taste of the Ranch Raises $61,000
The 5th Annual Taste of the Ranch raised an unprecedented $61,000 to benefit Scripps Ranch High School Foundation. Funds from the event will support academics, technology, facilities and many clubs and athletic teams (clubs and teams earned a designated $17,000 to specifically support their organizations). Lorri Moore and the Taste of the Ranch Committee wished to thank all committee members, the generous event sponsors, donors and restaurants and all guests who bought tickets, won auction packages and volunteered at the February event.
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Scripps Ranch High School Collects Supplies Teachers, parents and students were on hand to collect donations at Scripps Ranch High School’s first “School Supply Drop Off Night” in March. Sponsored by the school’s Foundation, the event included entertainment by SkyMobile Music, and discount coupons for donors from Jersey Mike’s Subs of Mira Mesa, Scripps Ranch Sport Clips, and Wahine Kai Shave Ice.
‘Rounding Third’ Begins May 21
“Rounding Third” by Richard Dresser begins May 21 and continues through June 25 at Scripps Ranch Theater. The play is a comical and heart-warming look at baseball and fatherhood and life values. “This play reflects the passions, the joy and the pain that fills the heart of any person who has ever loved a child who was competing for anything, from sports to spelling bees…,” according to the San Jose Repertory Theatre. Preview night with special pricing is May 20. Performances are 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sundays. Call the Box Office at 858-578-7728 to make reservations. All performances are held in the theater on the campus of Alliant International University (formerly United States International University) at 10455 Pomerado Road in Scripps Ranch.
Jewish Children’s Music Festival May 22
On Sunday, May 22, the Jewish Children’s Music Festival will bring together more than 1,500 Jewish children from throughout San Diego and beyond to see the world famous Maccabeats perform for the first time in San Diego. The Maccabeats are on world tour using only their vocal talent to sing an entire range of instruments and solos of today’s greatest hits in a unique lyrical style. The festival – located at the 27-acre Chabad Hebrew Academy campus in Scripps Ranch – will include a wide range of rides, games and activities – including laser tag, stilt walkers, bubbles, balloons, airbrush artists, a batting cage, nature hiking, capture the flag, food vendors, shopping vendors, and more. Tickets can e purchased at www.chasd.org or by calling 858-566-1996 for more details. Visit www.maccabeats.com for a preview of the music.
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While Books are Big, Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Offers Services, Unique Programs, New Technology
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he history of the San Diego Public Library – by most accounts – begins in 1882, when it was formally organized with adequate quarters on the upper floor of the old Consolidated Bank Building at Fifth and G Streets, complete with a regular librarian on duty and a quite creditable assortment of books and current magazines for free public use. But it was not until 1986 that a “storefront” location for a library in what is now Scripps Ranch was established. The current library facility opened in 1993. To give 92131 Magazine readers some insight into today’s library operations, Bruce Johnson – branch manager of the Scripps Miramar Branch Library – discussed the history, today’s operations, and the future of one of the local library operation. An 11-year veteran with the San Diego Library, he has been at the Scripps Ranch location since August 2010.
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92131 Question: How did the library facility in Scripps Ranch get started? Johnson: The Scripps Ranch Branch Library was established as a storefront location in October 1986, occupying 4,500 sq. ft. of space. The current library opened March 13, 1993, and was funded through developer contributions. The library is on land that was originally part of E.W. Scripps 2,100-acre estate. Scripps’ daughter Nackey, and her husband Thomas Meanley, had their 1920s Mission Revival home behind the retaining wall (still there today) by Evans Pond – a community pond and oasis. Before the Meanley home was torn down, Friends of the Library volunteers salvaged a number of the fixtures, doors and windows. Some of them have been incorporated into the interior of the current library, designed by architects Bundy and Thompson in a contemporary interpretation of the Mission Revival style of the original residence.
Scripps Miramar Ranch Library Address:
10301 Scripps Lake Drive
Hours:
Closed: Sunday & Monday Tuesday & Wednesday: 12:30 – 8pm Thursday & Friday: 9:30 – 5:30pm Saturday: 9:30 – 2:30pm
Date opened:
March 13, 1993
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858-538-8158
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Number of books: 124,097 in the collection (with access to entire San Diego Library system) Staff size:
7 (including part-time positions)
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92131 Question: What are the biggest changes in the library today compared to when it first opened? Johnson: The influx of technology is the biggest change. Impact of computers for library operations and for information resources has been substantial. The social media aspect has become really big as well, so the need for computers and technology is so important. Thanks to seed money in a grant from the Ellen Browning Scripps Foundation, the Scripps Miramar Ranch Library was the first Library to have a dedicated computer lab, so we’ve always recognized the importance of technology. 92131 Question: What specific areas does the Scripps Miramar Ranch Branch serve? Johnson: North of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, and east of Interstate 15, between Scripps Poway Parkway and Pomerado Road. 92131 Question: Can you describe some the technological advancements the library has experienced?
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Johnson: Scripps Miramar Ranch Branch Library has made a number of technological advancements in recent years, including: • Self Service Checkout • Electronic resources for children • Live tutors who are using online whiteboards, live chats (“Got Homework”) • Over 60 Electronic databases in the e-collection • Computers • Question Point – 24 hour reference service • “Text Your Librarian” service 92131 Question: How large is the library’s collection? Johnson: The local collection includes 124,097 volumes, with access to the entire San Diego Library system. This includes books, periodicals, e-resources, e-books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, and large print books. 92131 Question: Can you tell us about the various programs and additional services offered at the library? Johnson: Scripps Miramar Ranch Branch Library offers a wide variety of programs and interests, including: • Weekly Preschool story time at 10 a.m. Thursdays • Weekly cooking class taught by the Miramar College staff • Monthly Adult Book Clubs • Partnership with Scripps Ranch Elder Care Alliance with weekly Senior Yoga and Tai Chi classes • Speakers on a variety of topics • Monthly special events for children sponsored by Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library • Used book store called “Grace’s Book Nook” • Class visits from area schools for stories and book browsing • Tours for scouts and other community groups 92131 Question: What is the service philosophy or goals of the branch library? Johnson: At Scripps Miramar Ranch Branch Library, we try to provide the most services and programs, considering budget constraints. We strive for quality programming and staying in touch with the rapid growth of technology. 92131 Question: How is the library funded? Johnson: All library operations are funded through the City of San Diego’s general fund.
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92131 Question: Does the library need volunteers; and, if so, how does one get involved? Johnson: Of course! Anyone who wants to volunteer can visit library website and (Volunteer Match) using the “I want to” link. As background, the city Annual Report states: “The library’s dedicated volunteers are an integral part of the library’s operations. In Fiscal Year 2009, 2,946 volunteers donated 110,244 hours of service with a total value to the city of $2,589,874. In Fiscal Year 2010, even with the reduced hours at the libraries, there were 2,782 volunteers who donated 156,793 hours of service with a total value of $3,269,134 to the city. Volunteers come from all ages, races, skill sets and phases of life. They play a crucial role in fundraising for the Library through the Library Foundation and Friends of the Library. They also serve as literacy tutors, computer lab assistants, storytime readers, docents, book shelvers, homework assistants, arts and crafts instructors, library gifts processors, display coordinators, book detailers, general program assistants and more. 92131 Question: What service does the library provide the community that most residents don’t know about (or is the most unique)? Johnson: The library’s Community Room has seating up to 300 and features a full catering kitchen. Used extensively for meetings and special events, the beautiful courtyard with fountain have been the site of wedding receptions and other special celebrations. The top-quality Schimmel grand piano was purchased with community donations and is regularly maintained thanks to the Friends of the Library. 92131 Question: How does a local resident get a library card? Johnson: Residents may apply online at www.sandiegolibrary.org, which provides a temporary card that is good for 14 days. Or resident can go in person to the library branch and show proof of residency to get a permanent card. 92131 Question: What additional information do you want to give us on the Scripps Miramar Ranch Branch Library? Johnson: One of the hallmarks at the library has been partnering with other groups and individuals to offer high interest programs and services to area residents. In the past few months the library has hosted media marketing expert and Scripps Ranch resident David Wolfe presenting a workshop on Internet Marketing and we had a fascinating evening devoted to Islamic Sufism featuring Dr. Farnoz Khoromi. Combining classical music with the art of oral storytelling “Note-able Tales” featured Marilyn McPhie and Dr. Hei-ock Kim. ¢
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Friends of the Library Provides Support for Facility, Programs
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ounded in 1986, the Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library (SRFOL) began to support and plan for the opening of the new storefront library in a small business park near the current location of Scripps Ranch High School. Several SRFOL members – including Beverly Martin, Marilyn Pelton, Grace Roos and Aline Woker – worked over several months at the San Diego Central Library to process books donated by other branch libraries from their collections so that these could be used in the new library in Scripps Ranch. When the new storefront library opened, SRFOL supported it through periodic book sales and other fundraising activities and sponsored programs including “Rug Concerts” (the audience sat on the carpet as there were not enough chairs in the library) and performers included music students from neighboring U.S. International University (the forerunner of what is now known as Alliant International University) and UCSD. “Within a few years, Scripps Ranch was outgrowing the small storefront library, and the city of San Diego approved construction of a new library,” said SRFOL President Barbara Measelle. “SRFOL was actively involved in planning for the new library and shared a vision that placed the library at the hub of the community. The SRFOL contributed ideas toward the award-winning design of our library, including the stunning stained glass windows. Thanks to the capital fundraising efforts, the internationally recognized glass artist Richard Spaulding completed the 11 glass artworks that grace the building.” Today, the mission of the SRFOL is to assist the library in fulfilling its literary, social and educational purposes; to encourage and arrange for gifts of books, materials, and other property to the library; to support library volunteers, children and teen programs, and a music series; to promote public use and support of facebook.com/92131magazine
the Library, and appreciation of its value to the community; and to advocate for the Library in order to further the aforementioned objectives. “What I enjoy most about my position as president of SRFOL is the opportunity to work with a very warm, welcoming and hardworking group of people – the SRFOL board,” Measelle said. “I’ve always found librarians to be incredibly helpful people and the same is true of the people in the Friends group.
We do quite a bit and our projects are not just fun but enriching for us as well as the library.” Every year SRFOL donates funds for the purchase of new books and media. The group’s Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Wednesday evening of each month from 7:15 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Seminar Room at the Library. Residents interested in joining the group can get additional information at www.srfol.org. ¢
Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library At A Glance President: Year Started: Location: Website:
Barbara Measelle 1986 Meetings at Scripps Miramar Ranch Branch Library www.srfol.org
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Selection, Quality, and Service Grand Entrances Offers Wide Selection of Custom Doors, Hardware – from Start to Finish
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he right place for selection, quality and service, Grand Entrances offers San Diego’s finest selection of custom entry doors, custom interior doors, wine cellar doors and door hardware, according to co-owners Colin Pearce and Cesar Mendez. “Grand Entrances, which opened in 2002, was San Diego’s first custom entry door retail store,” said Mendez. “We envisioned building a beautiful showroom in which homeowners, contractors, architects, and designers could easily view an extensive display of doors and hardware. In a few short years, Grand Entrances has grown to be the largest door gallery in Southern California.”
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In the past, doors had been sold off the rack in lumber yards, dust filled warehouses, or by catalog, the owners said. “We thought this was a less than satisfactory buyer experience,” Mendez continued. “So we offer our clients the opportunity to see more than 250 door styles, designs, woods, and finishes, displayed as entrances – single doors, pairs, doors with sidelights and even doors with wraparound glass transoms.” Even though the entrance is a focal point of the house’s exterior, Pearce indicated that he often hears from customers doing remodeling that the door is one of the last things that they got around to doing. “But once the new door or doors were installed, they found that of all their projects – their new entry was the project that had the most significant impact on their home,” he said. “Changing their entry not only made a dramatic improvement to the exterior of their home but had a tremendous impact on the interior also. Special Advertisement
A significant part of what Grand Entrances provides homeowners is their ability to manufacture custom doors. “We carry doors and hardware from catalogue companies, but we often hear from customers that they haven’t found a door that fits what they are looking for,” Pearce said. “At Grand Entrances, when someone can’t find what they want or have a photograph, we can build that door for them, to their size, in the wood they want and in the color that fits best with their décor.” Both Pearce and Mendez live in Scripps Ranch, and spent much time with local residents and homeowners in the rebuilding period following the 2003 Cedar Fire. “Because of that experience and the proximity of the Grand Entrances showroom, we are very familiar with the unique architectural styles of homes within the different Scripps Ranch neighborhoods and the types of door designs that work well on those homes,” Pearce noted.Pearce emphasized that Grand Entrances handles any door project from start to finish. “We will help you select the right door for your home (maybe even work with you to create something completely unique), pick out door hardware and arrange the installation,” he said. “If you already have your own contractor we can also work with them to ensure that what you order meets their requested size and specifications.” ¢ Grand Entrances is located at Miramar Road in San Diego. For information, call 858-586-7585, doors.@sdgrandentrances.com, or www.gardenterraces.com.
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The two new magazines will make it five total publications launched in the past 20 months by Susco Media, including 92127 Magazine, which serves 4S Ranch and other areas, and 92129 Magazine, which is distributed in Rancho Penasquitos. Serving the Poway community, 92064 Magazine will provide community features, profiles and information in an attractive, full-color, glossy print publication. Delivered by direct mail to every single family home and condominium in U.S. Postal Service Zip Code 92064, the magazine also has a number of racks for single copy distribution in select locations – and boasts a total circulation of more than 15,000 per issue. The new publication publishes six times a year and features an easyto-read format and professional design that
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ensures thorough readership. Providing the same high quality local features and information for the Rancho Bernardo and Carmel Mountain Ranch communities, the new 92128 Magazine will distribute six issues annually filled with local features and information. It is delivered by direct mail to every single family home and condominium in U.S. Postal Zip Code 92128, including Bernardo Heights, Carmel Mountain Ranch and Sabre Springs. Businesses or service companies interested in reaching the lucrative communities of 4S Ranch, Santaluz, Del Sur, Scripps Ranch, Rancho Penasquitos, Poway, Carmel Mountain, Rancho Bernardo – including Bernardo Heights – and other surrounding areas in the professional advertising environment provided by 92131 Magazine, 92129 Magazine, 92127 Magazine (or the new 92064 Magazine and 92128 Magazine) should contact Suzy Sarver, Executive Director of Business Development, by email at sbsarver@suscomedia.com or by phone at 858-207-6316. ¢
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North County Soccer Park Offers Leagues, Camps, Training and More!
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or 25 years, North County Soccer Park has provided San Diego’s families and adults with a fun, recreational arena soccer facility operated by a dedicated staff. “North County Soccer Park has become an icon in the soccer community,” said NCSP Owner Dave Brennan. “People tell me all the time how much they enjoy playing here. When I tell people I am with NCSP, I often hear personal stories about how their children grew up on our fields. As of this year, we have over 18,000 children on record of having played with us.” Brennan said at times during the year, the facility has as many as 180 teams of adults and children playing every week. Besides the league games there are 340 students in our youth classes. NCSP offers three different kinds of soccer fields to play on, providing league play opportunities in all age groups – plus soccer and baseball classes for youths. And, according to Brennan, it is the only facility in San Diego County to offer Lil’ Kickers soccer and Lil’ Sluggers baseball classes. Lil’ Kickers is a national program and is recognized as America’s leader in introducing young children to the sport of
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soccer. Classes start for children as young as 18 months old and continue up to 9 years old. The Lil’ Sluggers baseball classes are nearly identical in structure, but with the games and activities focused on throwing, batting, fielding and running the bases for children ages 2-6 years old. Brennan noted that NCSP is a privately-owned facility, and not operated by a city or athletic department. “I feel that we have more class and league offerings, better service, and lower prices than any other sports facility in San Diego County,” he said. The North County Soccer Park’s primary customers are families in the communities of Poway, Rancho Bernardo, Penasquitos, Scripps Ranch, Escondido, and Ramona. “Within those families, we offer programs for young children as young as 18 months in the form of parent/ child soccer and baseball classes. Toddlers through 9 year olds can still be in classes but with Mom and Dad on the sidelines taking pictures, enjoying a coffee and socializing with other parents,” Brennan said. “For 4-11 year old children, we have weekly 4v4 soccer leagues on the mini-field. For the 11-14 year olds, they can play in either a 3v3 format on the mini-field or a 6v6 one on the stadium field. There is even a dynamic 3v3 high school league for 15-17 year olds.” Brennan noted that adults come to NCSP for the fun and the Special Advertisement
competition. The soccer park offers men’s, women’s, and coed leagues six nights a week. There are adult beginner leagues where no score or standings are kept and competitive leagues with a championship game, League Champs shirts given out, and a team picture taken for a wall plaque with a copy made for every player on the roster. Open seven days a week, NCSP has a busy concessions area, and a plasma TV with cable so patrons can watch soccer while waiting for the game to start. “We offer a clean environment with working and well-maintained equipment – as well as a trained, dynamic staff that wants to see you and your family every week,” Brennan said. NCSP also offers fun birthday parties for only $5 per child – and a popular, weekly youth soccer camp three times a year. And NCSP is a strong supporter of the United States military and their families. “Active military families are offered deep discounts in their registration fees. We thank them for their service! Also, the NCSP is a great place for military commands to bring in teams for competition and camaraderie,” Brennan noted. ¢ North County Soccer Park is located at 14530 Espola Road, Poway, CA 92064. Call 858-748-4260 or email fun@ncspsoccer.com, or visit www.ncspsoccer.com. 92131magazine.com
Symphony in the Park Series Kicks Off June 12 With 80s Dance Band
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cripps Ranch Symphony in the Park series begins its new season June 12, with a diverse lineup of summer entertainment at Hoyt Park. Co-Chairs Jed Pettey and Rachel Votel provide some details and insight into this special community tradition of live music, dancing in the grass, and meeting friends and neighbors in Scripps Ranch. 92131 Question: What is the history of the Scripps Ranch Symphony in the Park series? Symphony: The series started in 1985 as a get-together for the Scripps Ranch Old Pros for Sunday afternoon concerts. The Old Pros certainly helped that first year with $1,000 seed money -- our total budget was probably only around $2,500. How far we have come from the beginning with a portable stage on risers, to using a rent-a-truck, to building our own, to having a permanent one! 92131 Question: What is the lineup for the 2011 Concert Series?
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Symphony: All concerts are scheduled for 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., except the Holiday Concert – which is 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. ●● June 12: Bettamaxx (80s dance band), hosted by Marrokal Design and Remodeling ●● July 10: Gary Seiler and the CoastRiders (Jimmy Buffet tribute), hosted by SRCA ●● Aug. 14: The Heroes, hosted by LifeWave ●● Sept. 11: The Mighty Untouchables ●● Dec. 4: Holiday Concert, hosted by SROP 92131 Question: What does it cost to attend the concerts? Symphony: There are no costs to attend the concerts – just what you need for a picnic! 92131 Question: What has changed in the series this year, if anything? Symphony: Sadly, because donations are down, we had to cancel one of our concerts. 92131 Question: Are there vendors at the park where attendees can purchase food and refreshments? Symphony: No. Everyone brings their own
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food and drinks to the concerts. We do have free face painting for the kids at every concert though – and glow sticks that we give out to the kids at the holiday concert. 92131 Question: What are the rules in place for those who plan to attend? Symphony: Bring low back beach chairs so that everyone can have a good view. Get there early to get a good spot. Don’t bring your pets, as they can get scared with the loud music and big crowds (especially with a lot of children running around). Clean up after yourself. And have fun! 92131 Question: How can people get additional information on the concert series? Symphony: Visit our website at www.symphonyinthepark.org for information on the bands, donating to the organization, or becoming a sponsor. ¢
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:::: HOME TIPS
Stinky Car? Stale Cookies? Too Many Snails? Roses Lack Luster?
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onstantly bombarded with new treatments and products, many homeowners may be unaware of many great household tips that can make life a little easier – and maybe even save some money.
To assist 92131 Magazine readers, we have compiled some of our favorites to share: Stale food:
Are your cookies or donuts going stale? Here’s a surefire way to put the softness back into your favorite snack. Take one slice of bread and lay on top of the snack, seal in plastic storage container for 24 hours. The next day, your cookies will be soft, fresh and good as new. The bread will be hard as rock.
pieces that are down to the end of the wick and cemented into your holder will pop off with ease.
Odor relief:
Stinky car? Small closed room? Whiffy diaper pail? Take one cup of ground coffee (not brewed) and place on a paper plate in the stinky, confined areas for up to 12 hours. The coffee absorbs the smell and the area smells fresh and clean.
Chewing gum on carpeting:
Rub ice cubes on the soiled spot until the gum changes consistency and is hard and frozen. Once this happens, gum will crumble up for easy removal and not stain left behind.
Gardening challenges:
Are your roses lacking a little luster and zest? It could be they need some coffee! Roses love acid and coffee grounds are filled with acid and help the flowers thrive. So don’t toss those brewed coffee grounds; stir them into the top soil of your rose bushes once per week for stronger, healthier flowers.
Snails and slugs:
It can be a real challenge in 92131 to keep those pesky snails and slugs off your plants and out of your flower beds. Instead of reaching for harmful and toxic chemicals, fight back with a more gentle solution. Take your favorite liquid laundry detergent and pour a small stream around the border of your flower beds or plants. It will ward off the snails and slugs, and the smell is not unpleasant for you.
Candle wax removal:
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Remember if the issue is external, county or city vector control may be able to assist. But if you want to keep them out of your garage, lanai or patio area a great solution is moth balls, which will drive mice and rats away. Place a small amount in plastic cups or tie them in an old sock and place near openings of exposed areas. Another handy trick is to place steel wool on the corners of where your garage meets the ground. Works like a charm! The wool is too tough for the mice to dig through.
Food fixes:
How many times has the candle wax melted all over your favorite dish or candle holder? This simple solution is right in your kitchen. Place the entire dish, candle holder or whatever has candle wax in/or on it – into your freezer. Wait three hours and remove. Take a butter knife or your fingernail and “pop” off the wax. Even bottom 38
Mice and rodent issues:
Need a quick substitution for a recipe? Such as when you reach for buttermilk and don’t have buttermilk? A tablespoon of white vinegar to one cup of whole milk replicates the flavor of buttermilk and your recipe will come out as if you used the real thing. Special thanks to Susanne Munsell of Indian Wells, CA for expertise and assistance in preparing this list. Readers of 92131 Magazine are encouraged to submit their own additional household tips for use in future issues. Simply email your tips to info@92131Magazine.com
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Parents, Young Participate in Education Forum
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an Diego City Council President Tony Young spoke to residents attending a Parent Forum at the Scripps Ranch Library in late March, discussing a wide range of issues – including education and the upcoming mayor’s race. Voice For Our Kids and Parents For Quality Education teamed up to sponsor the event. Participants listened, made comments and asked questions. Young also discussed charter schools and an initiative that would add four additional school board members (appointed). Retired Col. Bob Dingeman of Scripps Ranch complimented Young during the forum. “You are the first city official that has stood before us and said the city ought to be involved in education,” Dingeman said.
Young also mentioned that he and State Assemblyman Nathan Fletcher will launch an education listening tour in near future. The next event planned by Voice For Our Kids and Parents For Quality Education is an Education Reform Symposium on June 25 at the Recital Hall in Balboa Park. The day will begin with a Parent Leadership Workshop, followed by lunch and keynote speaker, finishing up with a panel discussion and call to action. Leaders in education reform and elected officials will be featured. To find out more information or to reserve a seat send an email to: voiceforourkids@gmail.com. Cost is $10 per person. ¢
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Points or No Points?
What Loan is Best For You? Below are a Few Pointers. No Point/No Fee Loans
Loans with Closing Costs
Benefits: The main benefit to a No Point/No Fee loan is that you have no out-of-pocket costs. As a result, if the rates drop in the future, you could refinance again without the need to take closing costs into consideration.
Benefits: The main benefit to paying closing costs and/or origination fees is that your rate is typically lower than a No Point/No Fee loan. You will end up saving a substantial amount of interest paid over time.
Disadvantages: The main disadvantage to a No Point/No Fee loan is that they are typically higher rates than loans with closing costs and/or origination fees. If you intend to keep the loan for a long period of time, you will end up paying more interests in the long run due to the higher rates.
Disadvantages: The primary disadvantage to obtaining a loan with closing costs and/or origination fees is the fact that it costs you more initially to obtain the loan. You must do a “break-even” analysis to determine whether or not the upfront fees outway the long-term savings.
Dave LaRose has over 12 years of lending experience. He personally handles his client’s mortgage transactions from start to finish.
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Beds Baths Est SF
Price 421,000
Address 10985 Bonjon Ln
February 16 thru April 15, 2011 Beds
Baths
Est SF
Price
4
3
2699
645,000
11663 Miro Cir
3
3
1458
11136 Ivy Hill Dr
3
3
1595
427,000
12145 Eleonore Ct
4
3
2395
670,000
10880 Pointed Oak Ln
2
2
1163
427,000
11415 Mayapple Wy
4
3
2606
670,000
11250 Tribuna Ave
4
2
1541
458,500
11590 Jaguar Ct
4
3
2395
650,000
11392 Red Cedar Wy
3
2
1384
453,500
11428 Wild Meadow Pl
4
4
3110
670,000
11013 Caminito Dulce
3
3
1556
465,000
11371 Wills Creek Rd
5
5
3125
705,000
10572 Avenida Magnifica
4
3
2320
480,000
10370 Rue Riviere Verte
3
3
2530
774,900
12414 Caminito Canon
3
3
1809
460,000
9757 Caminito Suelto
4
3
2681
765,000
11132 Accra Ln
4
3
1846
490,000
11658 Sardis Pl
5
3
2927
750,000
11850 Semillon Blvd
4
3
2145
530,000
10534 Stony Ridge Ct
5
3
3108
760,000
12040 Medoc Ln
4
3
2187
461,000
11316 Wills Creek Rd
5
4
3562
790,000
11091 Weatherwood Ter
3
3
1664
500,000
11490 Mcdowell Ct
5
3
3181
802,000
11840 Cypress Cyn Rd # 1
3
3
1749
475,000
11438 Beech Fern Ct
5
5
3125
780,000
10280 Meadowview Dr
4
3
2286
535,000
9760 Caminito Calor
4
3
2681
780,000
11697 Lindley Ct
3
3
1503
530,000
13358 Greenstone Ct
5
5
4340
820,000
11650 Evergold St
3
3
1850
543,000
11671 Cypress Canyon Rd
5
3
3269
805,000
11371 Legacy Canyon Pl
4
3
1858
571,650
9930 Rue Chantemar
4
3
3271
849,000
11358 Village Ridge Rd
4
3
2100
575,000
11558 Carowind Ct
5
5
4040
851,000
10616 Hall Meadow Rd
4
3
1961
585,000
11613 Sweet Willow Wy
6
5
5015
884,990
12196 Fidelio Way
3
3
2010
586,000
11593 Carowind Ln
5
5
4040
899,000
10863 Poyntell Cir
4
3
1926
605,000
11311 Crystal Oaks Wy
5
3
3567
865,000
10858 Hasbrook Rd
5
3
2279
623,000
11594 Winding Ridge Dr
4
4
3441
895,000
11703 Vail Ct
4
3
2482
615,000
11574 Aspendell Dr
4
4
3660
932,500
11055 Forestview Ln
4
3
2209
610,000
15587 Camden Place
5
5
4744
936,360
10685 Canyon Lake Dr
4
3
2264
630,000
11563 Normanton Wy
4
5
3567
1,060,000
11121 Melton Ct
4
3
2137
640,000
15238 Maple Grove Ln
5
5
4950
1,150,000
11991 Marginata Ct
3
3
2739
629,000
(complete list of homes sold in 92131 at www.92131magazine.com)
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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MAY EVENTS 5/4 6:00 pm Hatha Yoga for Beginners (Teens/Adults) Please bring a yoga mat Community Room (also on 5/11, 5/17, 5/24) 5/18 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Access Users Group (Teens/Adults) Community Room
6/16 3 pm - 4 pm Especially for Kids (All ages) sponsored by the Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library Amazing Dana Magic Show Community Room 6/18
9:30 am - 12 pm Computer Users (Teens/Adults) Seminar Room
6/18
9:30 am - 2:30 pm SAT/ACT (Teens) Community Room (also on 6/28)
6/19
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Pleasure of Your Company Chamber Music Series sponsored by the Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library (All ages) Teagan Taylor Trio playing jazz, standards and Pop. Community Room
6/22
6:30 pm - 7:45 pm Book Discussion Group: Deep Survival: Who Lives, Who dies and Why by Lawrence Gonzales (Adults) Seminar Room
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6:15 pm - 7:45 pm San Diego Shakespeare Society presents Open Readings: Much Ado About Nothing (Teens/Adults) Community Room
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3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Especially for Kids (All ages) sponsored by the Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library Reuben H. Fleet Science Center-Learn about roller coasters, parachutes and more Community Room
5/21
9:30 am - 12 pm Computer Users (Teens/Adults) Seminar Room
5/21
10:30 am - 11:30 am Guitar Basics (All ages) Children’s Area
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2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Pleasure of Your Company Chamber Music Series sponsored by the Scripps Ranch Friends of the Library (All ages) Judit Gabos, Pianist, performing works by Liszt, Verdi and Chopin. Community Room
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6:30 pm - 7:45 pm Book Discussion Group: Death Comes for the Archbishop by Willa Cather (Adults) Seminar Room
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5/25
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1:30 – 3:30 pm Knitting Club March 8 and 22; April 5 and 19 (teens/ adults). Seminar Room
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9 am – 1 pm Cooking Class (adults). Community Room
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6/11
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6/15
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