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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Defenders Jarett Borges (#39) and Andre Gonsalves (#26) double up to keep Rancho Bernardo from scoring in the Fallbrook varsity lacrosse game against Rancho Bernardo last week. Fallbrook lost 13-1. Goalie Tom “TK” Knippelberg (#42) wrestles the ball from Rancho Bernardo in an attempt to prevent a goal....
April 9, 1910 – May 8, 2007 John Fletcher passed away on May 8, 2007 at Fallbrook Hospital. He had recently celebrated his 97th birthday with a gala football-themed party at Silvergate where he lived. John was born in El Monte, California on April 9, 1910 and lived in Southern California all of his life. He lived in La Canada Flintridge for 27 years. The Fletchers moved to Fallbrook in 1972 after John retired. He leaves his wife of 69 years, Marinell Fletcher; two sons Thomas Fletcher, San Diego and Dennis Fletcher, Lake F... Full story
It was the perfect weekend for the Fallbrook Youth Fair -- overcast skies and cool temps. Two years ago on the fair’s 50th Anniversary the temperature soared to 89 degrees, which made it a bit uncomfortable for the FFA and 4-H members in uniform not to mention the ‘wool class’ sheep with their heavy coats! The Optimist-sponsored event was held Saturday and Sunday May 19 and 20 at the Fallbrook Union High School Ag Department. Due to the cooler temps, the participants were able to energetically prepare their animals for show....
Fallbrook was the site for Rainbow Connection’s Regional “La Bling Tour 2007” Dance Competition on May 12 and 13 at Fallbrook High School’s Bob Burton Performing Arts Center. This was the ninth year that Rainbow Connection held a competition in Fallbrook. Thirteen dance studios within a 120-mile radius participated in the two-day event. Dancers competed for top honors and a chance to attend the “World Dance Challenge” in July in Las Vegas. Acting as Master of Ceremonies was actor Don Mirault who has appeared in Star Trek-T... Full story
VISTA– The City of Vista and Moonlight Stage Productions announced that single tickets went on sale May 22 for all of the exciting shows and events at its outdoor facility, the Moonlight Amphitheatre in Vista’s Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive. The 27th Moonlight Stage Productions Summer Season brings patrons San Diego’s most unique theatre experience with four spectacular musicals under the stars, including “Annie Get Your Gun,” “Me and My Girl,” “West Side Story,” and “Little Shop of Horrors.” Tickets w... Full story
The Art Center at Fallbrook is holding its 11th Gourd Fine Art Show now through June 24. The show features a collection of fine art gourds of many processes and techniques. In the Good Taste event, from 5-7 p.m. on June 6, gourd artist Betty Finch will share her experiences with Chinese master gourd molder Mr. Zhang Cairi; gourd-inspired nibbles and wines are included. The Art Center at Fallbrook is located at 103 South Main in Fallbrook. For cost or more information, call (760) 728-1414, or (800) 919-1159... Full story
FALLBROOK- Who couldn’t benefit from some humorous advice, on how to deal with the stress in our lives? Comedian Katie Blackburn, who addresses audiences nationwide through the artful craft of comedy and laughter, will speak at a rare dinner engagement, open to the public, on Wednesday, June 20 at Riverview Church in Bonsall. Blackburn’s performance, in her unfashionable costume, is guaranteed to be a hilarious evening for all women. For tickets call 760-941-1430.... Full story
The Fallbrook Community Center announces that their Summer Activity Brochure is now available at the center office, Fallbrook Library and Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce. It is also being distributed through newspapers and elementary school classrooms. A wide variety of activities, sports, music, arts and crafts and more are available. Online registration is available for many of the activities. See www.sdparks.org or call (760) 728-1671 for more info....
Interested in learning to square dance? Join us at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Ave, Escondido, to learn modern square dancing. First class (free) starts on June 4 at 6:30 p.m. and continues each Monday, for 17 weeks. Registration is closed after June 11. Singles are welcome. Call 760-728-0355 for more information....
WARNER SPRINGS- The San Diego Chapter of Veterans For Peace will sponsor a healing retreat for veterans led by Buddhist Monk Claude AnShin Thomas. San Diego Veterans For Peace, the Hugh Thompson Memorial Chapter, is honored to bring Thomas to San Diego to lead a retreat for veterans dealing with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, for healing, reflection, and sharing by and for veterans and their spouses. Thomas is a decorated combat veteran of the Vietnam War, author of the book At Hell’s Gate A Soldier’s Journey from War to...
FALLBROOK--On Sunday, May 6, Georgia Hawley, Spencer Lehmann and Grayce Rosvall were each honored with a “Founders Award” from Fallbrook Music Society. The awards were presented to Georgia Hawley and Spencer Lehmann at the closing concert of Fallbrook Music Society’s 29th season – a monumental performance of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. The concert, performed by the Redlands Symphony Orchestra and a 120-member choral group, was dedicated to the Founders, and formed a fitting close to the 2006-2007 Season. “It is important that...
FALLBROOK- Ballet Society will present the fairy tale ‘Hansel and Gretel’ on Saturday, June 9 at 2 p.m. at the Bob Burton Performing Arts Center at Fallbrook High School. This delightful adaptation will provide fun entertainment for all ages as fairies, angels, goblins, and forest creatures tell the magical story. Tickets are available Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Ballet Society, 325 N. Brandon Street, Suite B, Fallbrook. For more information and ticket prices, call (760) 728-7360....
PERRIS- The Perris Raceway Spring Series 2007 featured regional competition among Peeweez/motokidz riders. The six round series began March 18 and concluded on May 13. The six consecutive Sunday races featured dozens of Southern California boys and girls. They competed in 16 different classes and ranged in age from 4-12 years old. The Honda 50 4-Stroke 4-6 year old event featured eight riders from all over Southern California. Anaheim’s Cannon Murphy was on fire the entire series. In the final race of the series Murphy t...
DEL MAR-Three different car shows will delight auto lovers this year at the San Diego County Fair. There will be a daily show outside Surfside Race Place with different cars from San Diego County car clubs. These cars will be on display from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., changing everyday throughout the course of the Fair. Local car clubs will range from Jeep clubs to Corvette clubs, and will showcase a wide array of favorites. Each day viewers can vote for their top three favorites. The daily “People’s Choice Award” winners will...
FALLBROOK- Connections Networking will present the 2007 Hot Summer Nights in downtown Fallbrook beginning Friday evening, May 25. Seven Friday nights will comprise the schedule and feature a variety of themes and entertainment. May 25 – Youth and Family Night – Music with the Potter Jr. High Jazz Band directed by Tom Kirby. June 8 – Sports Cars – Music by Aunt Kizzy’z Boyz – Sugar Ray June 29 – Western Nights/BBQ – Music by Hillbilly Noise July 13 – Off-road, Military and Race Cars – Music by LastoneDone July 27 – Taste of... Full story
FALLBROOK- On May 16, at approximately 11:22 a.m., Yogesh K. Shazma, age 39, from Baladine, IL was traveling southbound in a tractor trailer on I-15 north of SR-76 when the truck drifted off the roadway and traveled approximately 300 feet down a steep embankment, crashing into the hillside. Shazma, who was in the number four lane, was traveling at approximately 55 miles per hour. The truck’s tractor trailer portion landed completely on top and over the truck portion, the California Highway Patrol reported. The fuel tanks f... Full story
FALLBROOK- A special ceremony will be held on Memorial Weekend, Saturday, May 26, 11 a.m., to remember Civil War Medal of honor Recipient Sgt. William Pittenger who took part in The Great Locomotive Chase. The event will feature Civil War Color Guard, Eagle Young Marines and Mary Gail Tobler who will sing the National Anthem. Event will be held at Odd Fellows Cemetery (corner of Alturas Road and West Clemmens Lane) at Pittenger’s gravesite and is sponsored by the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, descendants of the b...
Jennifer Huggel, Fallbrook Auxiliary Volunteer, admires beautiful handmade baby blankets in the Hospital Gift Shop. Baby caps and blankets are made by members of the Auxiliary and presented to new-borns at the hospital and a few are available for purchase in the Gift Shop. Jennifer Huggel volunteers in the Auxiliary office....
Politics aside, all Americans are called to honor those who have answered the call to serve our country now and in the past. As it has been said, freedom is not free. Those who are not serving on the front lines, can serve in our own way by creating and perpetuating memories of family gatherings for this memorable holiday. My memories will always return to picnics and buffets served by the women of my family now deceased. So, its my turn to gather the recipes, shop and cook for the younger ones and thus preserve this...
When guests visit the Village Kitchen Design showroom in Fallbrook, they instinctively know they have walked into an establishment that promotes quality and professionalism. In this flourishing business, Village Kitchen Design has found their niche. “Our core business is in the remodeling market,” said owner Ken Clark. “About 85% of our business comes from remodeling.” Village Kitchen Design creates a secure and cohesive partnership with the client that is reflected in each stage of the remodeling process. Clark is “hands-...
With temperatures on the rise, culinary enthusiasts and basic backyard cooks emerge with spatulas in hand ready to greet outdoor grilling season. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that safety be considered when grilling to avoid fires, injuries and property damage. Each year, gas-fueled and charcoal grills are involved in thousands of home structure fires and home outdoor fires, according to NFPA. Gas-fueled grills present a higher fire risk than charcoal grills. Nearly half of home outdoor gas-grill...
RAINBOW– Residents of Rainbow and the Rainbow Creek Watershed are facing new Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) regulations for Rainbow Creek. The regulations focus on reducing the amount of nitrates and phosphates in Rainbow Creek. Part of the efforts to educate the residents about how they must reduce the amounts of nitrates and phosphates into the water system is to help them understand septic systems and to keep their septic systems from failing and polluting local ground and surface waters. A free septic system workshop o...
How many people know what to do if they have a fire in their kitchen? The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection offers everyone these tips on kitchen fire safety. If a pot or pan catches fire, it should be covered with a lid, and the burner turned off. In case of an oven fire, the oven door should be closed and the heat turned off. For a microwave oven fire, the door should be kept closed and the stop button pushed. A fire extinguisher should be kept in or near the kitchen. A class “ABC” extinguisher tha... Full story
Six families from Rainbow Valley Grange put on this year’s Show Season Opener Livestock Show on April 21, 2007. The Komskis, Fontanas, Dunckels, Lathrops, Donoghues and Varvels prepared Riders Field, ran the show, kept records and handed out ribbons as well as cooked food and conducted a Silent Auction. Their children not only helped, they also competed with their animals. The animal classes included steer, sheep, Boer [goat], dairy goats and pygmy goats. Animal groups including 4-H clubs and FFA members came from all over S...
DEL MAR- The Coors Light Rock On Stage will host regional bands to rock out every night of the San Diego County Fair. Ranging from covers and tributes to original artists, Phat Cat Swinger, Lee Rocker of the Stray Cats, Dead Man’s Party and Wild Child are just some of the bands to take the stage this summer. All shows are free with Fair admission. New this year, all age groups are invited to attend the shows. There will still be a Coors Light beer garden for those 21 years of age or older. Shows start at various times, so v...
