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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Temecula will spend more than $275,000 to annex a 5,000-acre swath of granite-strewn hillsides, a rising cost that has sparked debate over the lone development plan in the rugged area at the city’s southern doorstep. “I think whatever they spend is an inappropriate expenditure,” said Gary Johnson, aggregate resource development manager for Granite Construction Co., which hopes to develop part of a 414-acre tract as a surface mine at the core of the proposed annexation area. “The revenues are not there and I fail to see the...
Four students, Zack Goshen, Jacob Jones, Kathleen Kopitzke and Ben Maiava will have their names “up in lights” on the Fallbrook High School marquee this month in honor of their Student of the Month status. The students were awarded “Lamp of Knowledge” medals from the American Legion as well as a parcel of certificates from local businesses and organizations. “You are a big deal,” said emcee Sue Johnson to the students. Certificates from Senator Dennis Hollingswor...
FALLBROOK- Baskin-Robbins 31 Flavors ice cream in Fallbrook will hold its Second Annual 31 Cent Scoop Night celebration on April 30, 2008 from 5 to 10 p.m. Customers can choose any flavor of ice cream and pay only 31 cents for each 2.5 ounce scoop. Local firefighters will be on hand to visit with customers and provide information on fire safety. Baskin-Robbins is sponsoring the event on a corporate level to honor its loyal customers and partner with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to honor America’s heroes that n...
The Fallbrook Garden Club is pleased to present its 77th Annual Flower Show, “Nature’s Palette” on April 26 and 27 at the Community Center, 341 Heald Lane. Show hours are Saturday 2 to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Horticulture exhibit divisions reflect the show theme with titles such as Old English Rose, Victoria Falls and Butterflies of Zitacuavo. Design divisions include Aurora Borealis, Tahitian Sunset and Water Lilies. Admission is free. Entries are invited from the public. Garden Club membership is only requi...
Community Baptist Church will host a spaghetti dinner on April 13 at 5 p.m. Cost is $10 each. Event supports Vacation Bible School program. Call (760) 728-2966 for information....
FALLBROOK- Ahrend Studios announces that their annual Cute Kids contest is now underway for local children ranging in age from birth to ten years old. Bill Ahrend began the contest in 1989 which includes various age group categories. If you have lived in the Friendly Village for a while, you or your children have probably been photographed by Ahrend Studios at sometime; whether at a community event, such as the Boys & Girls Club Annual Auction, or in a sports league or school. Over their 54 years in Fallbrook they have... Full story
Student organizers of the 2008 Fallbrook High School Prom hope members of the community will participate in two fundraisers geared to raise money for the popular annual event for students. The first is a fundraiser at Claim Jumper Restaurant in Temecula on April 10, 2008 from 5 to 10 p.m. Ten percent of the cost from meals purchased during that time will be donated to the Prom fund. The second event is a Car Wash fundraiser, scheduled for April 19, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Rite Aid parking lot in Fallbrook. You can also help...
Fallbrook Women’s Connection invites all local women to listen to Jim Gorman of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory sugar coat the benefits of eating chocolate. The soloist for the morning will be the talented Mary Fry of Fallbrook. Speaker Patti Rhinehart, former design business owner, will tell how to “Take Control of a Chaotic Life.” All ladies can brighten their day by bringing a friend and enjoying a delightful brunch on Friday, April 18, 2008 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Grand Tradition, 1602 S. Mission Rd. Compl... Full story
Fallbrook SeniorNet is brimming with eager students and is looking for volunteers willing to assist instructors in the classroom as coaches. SeniorNet provides quality computer instruction for area seniors and features small class sizes (no more than seven in a learning group) and lots of one-on-one attention. The approach has proven to be extremely popular with the senior students. As a result, the SeniorNet waiting list grows. Ideal coaches are not technical gurus. They simply need to have a basic working knowledge of...
April is one of the best drum circles of the year in downtown Fallbrook. The group will be gathering Saturday April 12, 2008 at 3 p.m. in the Village Square at the corner of Main and Alvarado streets. Everyone is invited to bring their ethnic or other acoustic musical instruments and join them for a wonderful afternoon. Admission is free. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Come early and visit the downtown art community. For more info or directions, call (760) 723-1899....
FALLBROOK- A Grand Opening celebration will be held at the Fallbrook Fire Recovery Center on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 from 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. at 325 East Mission Road. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Refreshments will be served throughout the day. Please join us for this special event....
An informational meeting for members of the community, regarding blasting at Rosemary’s Mountain Quarry, will be held on April 17, 2008 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. by representatives from Granite Construction at Pala Mesa Resort. Community members will be invited to ask questions relating to this aspect of the project.... Full story
Members of the Fallbrook Woman’s Club competed in the annual Palomar District fine arts and crafts festival on February 27, 2008 and won ribbons in several events. The festival encompasses all clubs in Palomar District #24 and was held at the Escondido Woman’s Club. In Painting, Best of Show was awarded to Elizabeth Gilby for her work in pastels, and Ayn Bryant for her scene in acrylic. In Crafts, Best of Show went to Karen Feyler in three categories: Needlework, Cro... Full story
FALLBROOK- The Fallbrook Healthcare Foundation will host its third annual fundraising event, The Ruth Redmann Paws in the Park Dog Fair, on Saturday, April 19, 2008 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Live Oak Park in Fallbrook. “This is a tongue-in-cheek dog show and is very entertaining as well as a whole lot of fun for people with their dogs, and even for those folks who don’t have dogs,” committee chair Jack Rockwell said. The community is invited to come browse the vendor booth...
In a previous communication, Village News readers were informed of the important condition required in HR 29 (the Santa Margarita project federal bill) that California State permits must be obtained before the start of any construction. Direct quotes from this bill were previously presented as proof to readers. Several years ago, FPUD had a two year contract (and may still have) with ex-congressman Ron Packard to act as a federal lobbyist for the Santa Margarita River Project. The contract cost to FPUD’s ratepayers then w...
Fallbrook American Youth Football and Cheer has grown and excitement abounds. However, some misinformation has been circulated and this letter seeks to give you the facts. Fact #1: There are no hidden costs in AYFC. Your registration fee represents your total financial commitment to AYFC for the regular Fall season and there are no equipment deposits and no volunteer deposits. Fact #2: There is no excessive travel with AYFC. Yes, your player will have to travel regardless of the league he/she plays in. We will be scheduling... Full story
The Friends of the Fallbrook Library extend their sincere thanks to Joe Littell and his committee for the outstanding “China” program they recently presented at the Bob Burton Theatre. This program benefited the Fallbrook Library building fund and the donations received move us a step closer to our goals for the new library. Those who attended thoroughly enjoyed the interesting program which included not only a look at China of yesterday and today, but musical and dramatic performances. Programs like this are one of the ben... Full story
FALLBROOK- As a result of Firestorm 2007, Zion Lutheran Church and School in Fallbrook opened its doors to the men and women of both the fire service and the California National Guard. Zion was later selected to receive a ‘Sheriff’s Civilian Commendation’ based on a letter of commendation submitted by Lt. Derek E. Clark, During San Diego County Sheriff Department’s annual Award Ceremony held on April 1, 2008, Zion’s letter of recommendation was read describing their efforts d...
OCEANSIDE- Fallbrook residents continue to participate in Operation Interdependence (OI), an organization that provides a means for community members to support troops serving on the frontlines, military families and veterans. The organization was founded by Fallbrook resident Chief Warrant Officer Albert R. Renteria USMC (Ret.) in 2001 and the area office is located in Oceanside. Recently, an Open House event was held at the office to welcome newly appointed national... Full story
The Running and Walking Club’s new weekly schedule includes Wednesday workouts starting at 5:45 p.m. at the Los Jilgueros Preserve on South Mission Road. For Saturday workouts they meet at 7:30 a.m. at Sandia Creek Park while Sunday workouts begin at 7 a.m. at the same location. To reach the park, turn north off West Mission onto Pico/De Luz Road and travel about a mile, then bear right onto Sandia Creek Road. Continue for another mile to reach Sandia Creek Park on the right, just before crossing the creek. The club w...
FALLBROOK- Joe Ouellette, together with a planning committee consisting of Jim Tudor, Owen Cowing, John Vince, and John Paget, launched ‘Share The Harvest’ inaugural golf tournament to be held in October of 2007. Unfortunately, due to the wildfire, the tournament had to be postponed to a later date. The event was eventually held at the Golf Club of California, had 80 players, and generated over $13,000 for the Fallbrook Food Pantry....
FALLBROOK- Jordan Trouw, a fifth grade student at Bonsall Elementary School, stunned volunteers at the Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary when she dropped by recently with a donation. Jordan had taken it upon herself to arrange with the local Albertson store to collect food, litter and donations for the animals at the sanctuary. She worked with the store manager, Kim Newman, to make announcements over the loudspeaker to tell customers what she was doing. The response was...
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