Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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A party celebrating Chinese New Year was recently held at Silvergate Residence in Fallbrook. Authentic music, food, beer, wine and decorations were part of an afternoon full of surprises. From the magical performance of a Chinese dragon dancing through the tables of guests to an opportunity for guests to have their Chinese fortunes told, it was an afternoon enjoyed by all....
FALLBROOK — Fallbrook Music Society will present Coro Hispano de San Francisco in a newly added concert on Sunday, April 13, at 7:30 p.m. The performance will be San Diego County’s only appearance of this premiere ensemble whose music embraces the choral literature and music of the people of North and South America, Spain and Portugal. Under the direction of Juan Pedro Gaffney, R., Coro Hispano’s music ranges from the 12th century to the 21st in a program that draws its listeners off the beaten path of standard reper...
VISTA — Moonlight Stage Productions announced that it has secured the rights to present the Southern California regional theater premiere of the international musical hit “Les Misérables” as part of the 2008 Summer Season of Musicals. The 28th summer season, presented at the Moonlight Amphitheatre in Brengle Terrace Park, will also include “Guys and Dolls” and “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” Season packages are on sale beginning April 12, and single tickets are available beginning May 17, at the VisTix Tic... Full story
Artist Fredonia Jacques considers herself quite fortunate that the world of art revealed itself in her life. “Art has brought me joy, escape, enrichment and perspective,” said Jacques. Interestingly, Jacques’ artistic talent flourished in her mid-20s. “I was not one of those children who was always drawing, but I was fascinated with color and that is what led me to art,” she explained. The interesting roads that life has taken Jacques on gave her incredible insight into her...
If hiking is your passion, how about trying some unique and healthy hikes offered in Borrego Springs? Located about 45 minutes southeast of Temecula in the Anza Borrego Desert, Borrego Springs offers hikes through canyon passageways, nature trails to hidden oases and, for the more daring, spelunking through mud caves. This time of year is absolutely the best to enjoy the desert; flowers are just beginning to bloom and while hiking you are surrounded by majestic mountains and...
Justin and Shaelene Wooten of Fallbrook, the parents of twin sons Ethan Marcus Wooten and Christopher Stevens Wooten, born 10 weeks premature on January 9, will participate in the March of Dimes walk scheduled for April 19 at 9 a.m. at Cannon Park in Carlsbad. When born, the Wooten twins weighed only 3 lbs. 9 oz. and 4 lbs, 3 oz. They have spent more than five weeks in the hospital in NICU. “Without the modern technology, medications and research that has been made available through March of Dimes, our boys wouldn’t have bee... Full story
Dr. Greg Henderson (Dr. Greg”) of the Fallbrook Chiropractic Center is one of the specially trained chiropractors chosen by Andrew Weil, MD, to be included in his referral-based Web site www.drweil.com. Thirty-four chiropractors in Southern California, and 1,000 worldwide, were picked because of their expertise in the activator-methods technique, which is the most widely used, low-force (no popping or cracking) adjusting technique in the world. Dr. Henderson is an advanced-proficiency-rated doctor, an auto-accident injury spe...
The Diabetes Support Group will meet at Fallbrook Hospital, in conference room B, on February 27 from 1 to 2 p.m. All members of the public are welcome to attend and listen to guest speaker Anne Whittington, who will speak on “Side by Side: A Partner Approach to Diabetes Self-Care.” Whittington will educate the audience on the seven areas of diabetes self-care and how to work with healthcare partners. Questions about the meeting may be directed to facilitator Janine Loescher at (760) 731-8246....
The community service members of the Fallbrook Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Church have been making quilts and blankets for fire victims, AIDS babies, the handicapped and hospital patients. They are in need of donations of yarn, batting and other materials. To help, call (951) 600-1961 or (760) 723-2262.... Full story
About an hour and fifteen-minute drive from Fallbrook, south on I-15 and east on SR-78, Ramona is a town hidden behind mountains dotted with large white rounded rocks. A curious part of the town is the antique shopping area, with some shops housed in turn-of-the-20th Century buildings where visitors can find an eclectic array of antiques and collectibles for sale. Ramona also offers a store that will replace the old parts with new ones (on selected antique items) if they...
There was nothing ordinary about February’s scheduled monthly meeting of the Fallbrook Branch of the California Retired Teachers Association (CRTA). After a brunch at Hukilau and a brief business meeting that included the announcement that the group had taken the “People’s Choice” award at the Fallbrook Christmas Parade, the teachers launched a delightful talent show featuring their own members. Patrons in other sections of the Fallbrook Golf Club were also pleased with the sh... Full story
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Year ’round color is one of those garden desires that can only be achieved in Southern California and other climates with mild winters. But truly ever-blooming plants are rare both among exotics and natives. While the best strategy to achieve year ’round flower color is to use a range of plants, some of which will be winter bloomers, there are a few special native plants that bloom in every season, hot to cold. Most surprising of these is a daisy that, yes, usually occurs in...
Last October’s wildfires have left much of the county restructuring, replanting and rebuilding. As the rebuilding begins, it makes sense to choose plants and materials that are fire-resistant, thereby reducing potential risks to family and property. Fallbrook Public Utility District (FPUD) and the North County Water Agencies are hosting a free three-hour “firescape” workshop for residential customers at six locations throughout North County during March and April. Noted expert Douglas Kent, author of “Firescaping: Creatin...
A free workshop focusing on irrigation system efficiency and minimizing water use in the grove will be held Saturday, March 1, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club, 17025 Avenida de Acacias. The workshop is geared toward agricultural water users impacted by the Interruptible Agricultural Water Program 30-percent mandatory water cutback that went into effect in January. These customers voluntarily signed contracts to buy water at discounted rates in exchange for agreeing to be the first customers cut back...
Last month, the Temecula City Council announced that the metal art that now decorates the southern side of the Overland Drive Bridge, over Interstate 15, has been completed. The artwork has been praised for its beauty by some and criticized for its cost by others. The artwork, made of various metals, depicts rolling hills with the silhouettes of clouds and hot air balloons. The center panel depicts the sun shining down on the word “Temecula.” “[The artwork shows] Temecula’s a...
PALA — After more than 18 years, the first step has finally been taken toward widening and straightening a key 1.3-mile stretch of SR76 from Interstate 15 east toward Pala. The initial development of Rosemary’s Mountain Quarry will be focused on providing construction materials needed for this initial segment of SR76. On Monday, February 11, Granite Construction began constructing a chain link fence around the 38-acre quarry site in Northern San Diego County. Construction of the road section will begin in about three mon...
The Fallbrook Senior Center, 399 Heald Lane, will be offering the AARP Safe Driving Program. This is the new program offered by AARP. The class will be held on March 4 and 18 beginning at 8:30 a.m. The class is limited in enrollment; contact the Center soon at (760) 728-4498. There is a $10 fee; make checks out to AARP. Completion of this class allows for a reduction of seniors’ automobile insurance policy.... Full story
How often do drivers check under the hood of their vehicles for potential fire hazards? They might be surprised to see gasoline dripping from a loose connection. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection is concerned about the number of vehicles that burn each year. They estimate that more than half are caused by fuel leaks. It only takes a few seconds for a driver to look at the fuel lines the next time he or she fills the car up with gas. Be fire safe, not sorry!...
Narconon means no-drugs or narcotics-none. It is a nonprofit, public benefit organization that is dedicated to helping people get off drugs and live productive lives. It offers free counseling, assessments and free referrals to over 11,000 centers nationwide. Call (800) 468-6933 to speak to a counselor or log on to www.stopaddiction.com.... Full story
Somewhere a child is about to learn the pain a match or lighter can cause. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection needs every adult’s help to prevent child-caused fires. Those who have young children can take the time to teach them that matches and lighters are tools, not toys. Unlike cigarettes, matches do not come with a warning. Adults should always keep matches and lighters out of the reach of small children. Remember, a match lasts only a few seconds but the scars can last a lifetime. Be fire safe, n...
