North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Miss San Marcos …
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Miss San Marcos …
North County Times – Escondido,CA,USA
… ENCINITAS — The Encinitas Senior Center invites
anyone 50 plus to dance from 2 to 4 pm every third Friday of the month at
the club, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. …
SAN MARCOS — Contestants are being sought for the 2007 Miss San Marcos Pageant to be held Feb. 24 in the Hearth Theatre at the San Marcos Community Center.
The pageant is open to young women age 17, who are seniors in high school, through age 22 who have lived in San Marcos for at least six months.
The winner will serve as an ambassador for her community for the upcoming year. Along with the queen, princesses will be selected by the judging panel during the pageant. Prizes and gifts are awarded to the queen and her court courtesy of the local business community.
Applications are available at the San Marcos Community Services office at 3 Civic Center Drive in the Civic Center Complex. The deadline to enter is Jan. 17. For information, call (760) 744-9000.
Seniors meet to dance
ENCINITAS — The Encinitas Senior Center invites anyone 50 plus to dance from 2 to 4 p.m. every third Friday of the month at the club, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Cost is $3. Call (760) 943-2250.
Historical society seeks volunteers
ENCINITAS — The Encinitas Historical Society needs docents for Fridays or Saturdays, two times per month. Service times are flexible. Volunteers receive education and informational materials and orientation. Call (760) 753-5726.
Toastmasters meet Wednesdays
SOLANA BEACH — North Coast Toastmasters meets from 7:30 to 9 a.m. every Wednesday at the Solana Beach Community Center, 133 Pacific Ave.
Conquer your fears of speaking in public and learn effective communication and leadership skills in a fun, supportive environment. Call (760) 944-9732 or visit the Web site at http://wwww.nctoastmasters.org.
Learn to knit with friends
SOLANA BEACH — Share ideas, techniques and make friends at the Knitting Circle from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at Knitting By The Beach, 616 Stevens Ave. Call (858) 509-9276.
Senior computer classes offered
ENCINITAS — A variety of computer programs will be offered at the Encinitas Senior Center to boost seniors’ computer skills, including: Basics, Internet and E-mail, Wordprocessing, Intermediate skills, Scanners and Digital Cameras, Tips and Tricks, eBay Workshop, and Using CD-RW, DVD & Multimedia. Instructor is Joan Yap. Call (760) 943-2250 for schedule and fees.
Garden of Lights at Quail Gardens
ENCINITAS — Quail Botanical Gardens will light up the holiday season during the month of December with its “Garden of Lights” celebration from 5 to 9 p.m. today through Dec. 23 and Dec. 26-30 at the gardens, 230 Quail Gardens Drive.
The annual event is an extravaganza of more than 90,000 sparkling lights, which illuminate the gardens. Festivities will include family-friendly activities, including horse-drawn-wagon rides, crafts for children, marshmallow roasting, visits with Santa, live music, hot mulled wine and refreshments.
Cost is $8 for adults; $6 for members, seniors, active military and students; and $3 children ages 3-12. Children younger than 3 are free. Call (760) 436-3036 or visit the Web site at http://www.qbgardens.org.
Chamber counsels small business
CARLSBAD — The Small Business Success Center, located in the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce office, has a regular schedule of counselors who donate their time to help business entrepreneurs. The Success Center also hosts workshops and financial consultations to meet the needs of new and growing businesses. Call Andrea Korogi at (760) 931-8400; e-mail akorogi@carlsbad.org; or visit the Web site at http://www.carlsbad.org.
Chamber hosts First Friday Breakfast
CARLSBAD — Guest speaker Lorna Riley will spotlight the “Secrets of Billion Dollar Producers” from 7 to 9 a.m. Jan. 5 at Windmill Banquets & Catering, 890 Palomar Airport Road. Riley, a professional speaker, trainer, and consultant for 18 years and author of nine books including “76 Ways to Build a Straight Referral Business ASAP!” will teach attendees tips and tricks geared towards increasing referrals. Cost is $25 to $40. Call Lisa Manemann at (760) 931-8400.
Center hosts senior comedy workshop
CARLSBAD — Enjoy fun and laughs with Danny Pickles, the Comedy Guy, at 10 a.m. Jan. 4, Jan. 11, Jan. 18 and Jan. 25 at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. Learn how to deliver one-liners, timing, improv and special character development. Cost is $3. Call (760) 602-4654.
Financial planning Workshop for seniors
CARLSBAD — The Carlsbad Senior Center will host the financial planning workshop for seniors, presented by James King and Brendan Van Cleve of Ken Stern & Associates, at 10 a.m. Jan. 9 at the center, 799 Pine Ave. The workshop will address some key financial issues facing today’s retiree, with an emphasis on strategies that you may want to consider implementing in 2007.
Learn about the popularity of trusts, tax reduction strategies, investment strategies for the new year, and current financial planning strategies. Call (760) 602-4654.
Center hosts variety show
CARLSBAD — The Carlsbad Senior Center will host Jacqi Bowe’s Variety Show at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 11 and 1 p.m. Jan. 25 at the center, 799 Pine Ave. Bowe, winner of the Funniest Female in California contest, will take you on a musical adventure with musical theatre hits including “Gypsy,” “Hello Dolly,” “Sound of Music,” “South Pacific,” and Judy Garland favorites. Call (760) 602-4654.
Learn to play soccer/golf game
CARLSBAD — The Carlsbad Senior Center will host soccer/golf games from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays starting Jan. 17 in Pine Park, 799 Pine Ave. Participants will have fun playing this new game using soccer balls they kick around the course and into nets, and is much more fun than miniature golf. Please join the senior center staff in this great social game regardless of age or physical ability. Soccer golf is an excellent game involving light walking on grass, minimal eye/foot accuracy and the ability to have a good time. Call (760) 602-4654.
Class teaches ballroom dancing
CARLSBAD — Dance instructors Gary Smith and Ellen Gladden will offer ballroom dance lessons from 1 to 3 p.m. every third Thursday beginning Jan. 18 at the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Ave. Learn the waltz, fox trot, East Coast swing, jitterbug, rumba, tango, and more. Call (760) 602-4654.
Credit counselors offer help
SAN DIEGO — Consumer Credit Counseling Services of San Diego and Imperial Counties’ mission is to improve the financial stability and quality of individual and family life in the communities it serves through a variety of programs, including financial counseling, debt repayment programs, education workshops, financial literacy programs, credit report counseling and housing programs. Call (866) 917-2227 or visit the Web site at http://www.crediteducation.org.
Flavors of San Diego gala set
SAN DIEGO — The San Diego Chapter of the American Liver Foundation will hold its fourth annual Flavors of San Diego Culinary Gala at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 31 at the Omni Hotel, 675 L St. in downtown San Diego.
The Flavors Gala is a national culinary event that spotlights San Diego’s premier chefs and creates a one-of-a-kind gourmet experience for each table of 10 guests. Proceeds from the Gala will benefit the San Diego Chapter of the American Liver Foundation, helping the non-profit association in the fight against liver diseases in San Diego County. Bill Menish, NBC 7/39 anchor, will serve as the Gala’s 2006 Master of Ceremonies. Cost is $300. Call (619) 291-5483, or e-mail KLuton@liverfoundation.org.
Professor to give talk Dec. 24
POWAY — Dr. Dennis Rohatyn, professor of philosophy at the University of San Diego, will speak on the topic “Spinoza’s God, Einstein’s God, Kafka’s God and My God” at 9:45 a.m. Dec. 24 at Ner Tamid Synagogue, 15138 Pomerado Road. A continental breakfast will be served at 9:15 a.m.
The public is welcome. For information and reservations, call Arnie Mandel at (858) 485-9142.
YMCA plans wellness fair, membership special
RANCHO PENASQUITOS — The Rancho Family YMCA will hold an Open House Wellness Fair from 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 28. The event will include free exercise classes, chair massage, wellness workshops, fitness testing, healthy cooking demonstrations, raffles and refreshments.
In addition, those who sign up for membership between 5:30 a.m. and 10 p.m. that day will pay no joining fee (a $99 savings).
For information or to receive a copy of the YMCA’s winter program guide, call (858) 484-8788, go to http://rancho.ymca.org or stop by the facility at 9410 Fairgrove Lane.
Jazz trio to perform today at library
RANCHO PENASQUITOS — The Nate Jarrell Jazz Trio will perform a free concert at 1 p.m. today in the Community Room at Rancho Penasquitos Library, 13330 Salmon River Road.
Guitarist Nate Jarrell, bassist Harley Magsino and tenor saxophonist Peter August will perform a program of music from the standard jazz repertoire, as well as music by modern jazz composers.
For information, call (858) 538-8159.
World Affairs Council meetings planned
RANCHO BERNARDO — The World Affairs Council, North County Chapter, meets at 10 a.m. Thursdays in the second-floor meeting room at the Remington Club Phase II, 16925 Hierba Drive. The meetings are free, and guests are welcome.
Upcoming speakers include the following:
Information: http://www.sdwac.org.
‘Santa Clause’ movie for seniors canceled
VISTA – “The Santa Clause” movie will not be shown Dec. 22, as originally scheduled, at the Gloria E. McClellan Senior Center. For information, call (760) 726-1340.
Yoga class to benefit Humane Society
SAN MARCOS — Liza Janda will offer a free prenatal yoga class with a donation from 9 to 10:15 a.m. Dec. 23 at Blue Raven Yoga and Healing Center, 1001 W. San Marcos Blvd.
Attendees are asked to bring donations of canned pet food, old blankets (no comforters) or pet treats. All items will be donated to the North County Humane Society. For information, go to http://www.yogajanda.com/prenatal.php.
VFW seeks donations
SAN MARCOS — Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 3795 of San Marcos is in need of donations. The VFW is a nonprofit, 501 (c) organization, so all donations are tax deductible. For information, call (760) 744-3795.
Drawing course offered at rec center
SAN MARCOS — The city offers “Introduction to Drawing,” a basic studio course in the media and techniques of drawing. Classes are held from noon to 3 p.m. Thursdays at the San Elijo Recreation Center, 1105 Elfin Forest Road. There is no charge for the course; however, a one-time fee of approximately $15 is required for supplies. For information and start dates, call Judy Salinsky at (760) 807-0727.
Christmas party planned at senior center
SAN MARCOS — The San Marcos Senior Center, 111 W. Richmar Ave., will hold its annual Christmas party Dec. 20. The Swingin’ Seniors, directed by John Stalls, will entertain with a holiday concert.
The festivities will begin at 10:45 a.m.; lunch will be served at 11:30. On the menu will be Monterey chicken breast, herb noodles, winter mixed vegetables, tossed salad and pineapple upside-down cake.
Suggested donation for lunch is $3 for seniors ages 60 and older. Cost for others is $5. For reservations, call (760) 744-5535 today. To request transportation, call Jerry at (760) 744-5535, Ext. 3605; for questions, call Deborah at Ext. 3606.
Senior center to hold holiday dance
SAN MARCOS — The San Marcos Senior Center, 111 W. Richmar Ave., will hold its annual Christmas Ballroom Dance from 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 21. Seniors can dance to the tunes of Billy Harper and the Hot Shots. Refreshments will be served. The dance is sponsored by Cypress Gardens. For information, call (760) 744-5535.
Find out about trips for seniors
ESCONDIDO — The Joslyn Senior Center Travel Office will hold its monthly travel meeting at 1 p.m. Jan. 8 at the senior center, 210 Park Ave. The travel office will be closed during the holidays — from Dec. 18 through Jan. 3. For information, call (760) 745-5414.
VC Library offers programs for adults
VALLEY CENTER — The Valley Center branch of the San Diego County Library, 29200 Cole Grade Road, will offer these programs for adults in January. For information, call (760) 749-1305.
Seniors can get free Lifeline installation
NORTH COUNTY — To help seniors living in the Palomar Pomerado Health district have peace of mind this holiday season, PPH is offering free Lifeline installation to new subscribers now through Jan. 31.
Lifeline is an easy-to-use personal response service that ensures older adults living at home will receive quick assistance whenever it is needed. By pushing a lightweight waterproof button that can be worn around the neck or wrist, a subscriber has immediate access to a highly trained monitor who will assess the caller’s situation and efficiently link each subscriber to the care they need.
Installation on Lifeline is free to new subscribers through Jan. 31. This is a savings of $75. The monthly service fee is $39, with no long-term contract.
For information, call Jennifer Allen, PPH Lifeline Coordinator, at (858) 675-5371.
50-mile progressive hike planned
ESCONDIDO — Work off those holiday excesses and start the New Year off right. Daley Ranch naturalist and marathoner Don Parnell will lead a 50-mile, progressive hike beginning Jan. 10 and ending Jan. 14. Each day’s hike will start at 8:30 a.m. at the La Honda Drive entrance and cover nearly every trail at Daley Ranch. Special certificates of completion will be awarded to each person who finishes all 50 miles.
Although this is essentially a physical workout event, flora and fauna observations are always in order. Call (760) 839-4241 or (760) 839-4680.
Ms. Senior San Diego entrants sought
SAN DIEGO — Senior women are invited to compete for the title of Ms. Senior San Diego 2007 on Feb. 16 and 17 at the Balboa Park Club. The contest is sponsored by Ms. Senior American Inc. and San Diego Parks and Recreation Services, Senior Division.
The winner and the top two runners-up will compete with other regional winners for the Ms. Senior California 2007 title. Individual state queens will then compete for the crown of Ms. Senior America 2007 later in the year in Las Vegas.
Participants must be 60 or older, a U.S. citizen and have a talent and life philosophy to share. Early registration is recommended. Deadline for completed applications is Jan. 15. For information and an application, call Barbara Jones, San Diego pageant director, at (760) 744-0338.