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FALLBROOK – Changes are taking place at Christ The King Lutheran Church Preschool. "We have revamped our preschool completely," explained CTK's Lead Pastor Brandon Way. "It is a play-based preschool." The preschool has a new director, Laura Humble, who has worked in early childhood education for more than 20 years. Humble said, "My greatest passion and joy comes from serving children ages zero to five, sharing the love of Jesus and helping them and their families as they n...
FALLBROOK – "It Never Rains in California" and "Messaging Birdhouses" exhibitions open in the Fallbrook Library July 15 and run through Aug. 23 and are hosted by the Friends of the Fallbrook Library. On Saturday, Aug. 3, there will be a reception for the artists from 2 to 4 p.m. where we can meet and talk with the artists. Live music and refreshments will be offered and all are welcome to attend this free event. In the Community Room, "It Never Rains in California" features co...
FALLBROOK – Monserate Christian Academy scholars embarked on a 6-week quest to learn about the life of the pioneers. Amidst learning all about homesteading, "Little House on the Prairie" (the book) and hatching baby chicks in an incubator within their studio, they invited local farmers as special guests to teach about modern day farming. During this session, they made homemade butter, whipped cream, ice cream, and apothecary boxes with homemade essential oils. With much d...
FALLBROOK – In 2023, Hope Clinic for Women hosted over 1,040 client visits, 789 individual educational classes, 71 free pregnancy tests, and 88 free ultrasounds. HCW Executive Director Carolyn Koole said, "We are thankful for the 23 babies born to moms in our programs! The choice these young moms and dads made to partner with us allowed them to experience the hospitality for which our community is known. Time spent with trained client advocates provided these families with o...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Fire Safe Council received a grant in the amount of $14,000 to support their efforts to help make Fallbrook fire safe. The grant was funded thanks to the generous contributions from SDG&E, the Fire Safe Council of San Diego County, and the San Diego Regional Fire Foundation. These funds will be used to support additional "Chipping Days" where local residents can bring their cut vegetation to a central location to have the material chipped/shredded i...
FALLBROOK – The Sandia Creek Drive bridge replacement project two miles north of Fallbrook is anticipated to re-start construction in September 2024 with a new pivoted design arching over the river close to the existing structure. What started as a fish passage project for endangered steelhead trout in the Santa Margarita River, led by CalTrout and funded by state and federal agencies, is an important multi-benefit community project that enhances public safety by also eliminating the top flooding hotspot in the county. O...
Imagine that, while prepping for and cooking dinner for the family, you are called out of the house for an uncertain amount of time. It could be 10 minutes; it could be two hours. You take all the washed and prepped ingredients, some already on the stove or grill, and you very quickly put them all back into the fridge. When you return, you bring out your unfinished meal and quickly finish the process so that you can all sit down to a meal together. Welcome to the world of...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Senior Softball is welcoming new players who are 50 plus years of age. Games are played at Ingold Sports Park Mondays thru Thursdays at 4 p.m. with warm-ups beginning at 3:30. Each team is scheduled to play two games per week. The league is currently looking for new players. Potential players must show for a screening prior to being placed on a team so that an appropriate placement on a team can be made. The league is currently in season #3 which will end near the beginning of August. The deadline for s... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Potter "Braves" Middle School 7th grade girls basketball team completed an undefeated season and won the Coastal Conference Middle School Girls Basketball Championship. The Braves secured their title with a commanding 42-19 victory over Vista Innovation and Design Academy (VIDA) on May 29. The championship game showcased the Braves' strong defensive presence and suffocating full-court press, which allowed them to take an 18-8 lead at halftime. Offensively, B...
BONSALL – This summer, the Bonsall Unified School District offered an array of engaging and educational programs for students. The diverse offerings included a standout four-day golf clinic with community partner The Golf Club of California, which quickly became a highlight of the district's summer activities. The golf clinic was led by Kyle Straeter, an elementary school teacher at Bonsall, and high school PE coach Eric Hendy with support by the dedicated athletic d...
FALLBROOK – As the California Highway Patrol says, “Driving is freedom.” Keeping that freedom as one gets older is the focus of the "Age Well, Drive Smart" program. Senator Brian Jones invites all local seniors to join his office and the California Highway Patrol, Saturday, July 20, from 10-11 a.m. for the event at the Fallbrook Regional Health District Community Health & Wellness Center 1636 E. Mission Road. To attend, RSVP at https://lcmspubcontact.lc.ca.gov/PublicLCMS/rsvp_main.php?district=SD40&rsvp=1248 or call 760-7... Full story
SAN DIEGO – On a journey of discovery into her parents' history of love and fame in war torn Italy, Adela Edgecombe discovered a secret deception within love letters and from family who had been tight-lipped about the scandals for decades. "Whispers of Betrayal," nominated for a National Book Award, is an Armin Lear Press release now available worldwide. Since every human personality is at root mysterious, all families present us with an abundance of mysteries, the chief of w...
FALLBROOK – The Palomar Radio Control Flyers is hosting National Model Aviation Day at Johnson Field in Fallbrook on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. where anyone can learn more about Radio Control Aircraft and sign up for free flying lessons. During this event, attendees will be able to see airplanes, jets, helicopters and drones fly at Johnson Field, home of the Palomar Radio Control Flyers club, which was founded in 1955. They will learn about and be able to see the many different kinds of radio control (R/C) a... Full story
FALLBROOK – On Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 2-4 p.m., Silvergate Fallbrook will host an engaging discussion for interested local seniors with renowned San Diego Tribune Columnist Richard Lederer. This special “Meet The Author” event will feature an interactive discussion and book signing with the former KPBS host of “A Way With Words.” He will share his wit, wisdom and inspiration on aging and what it means to be a “senior” in today’s ever-changing world. Attendees who tour the community will also receive a free copy of Lederer... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Women's Connection invites all families and children to attend a Summer Brunch in the ballroom of the Beverly Mansion at Grand Tradition Estates and Gardens, Friday, July 26 from 10 a.m. to noon, doors open at 9:15 a.m. The program will feature NVoice Studios Children's Show Choirs, directed by Sandra Kopitzke who will present their 2024 spring/ summer program entitled "Best Day of My Life" for our enjoyment. It features high energy songs of yesterday a...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Library presents “Ecos de España: Spanish Classical & Flamenco Music & Dance,” Saturday, July 20, 2-3 p.m. Flamenco dancer Susana Elena will introduce and perform a variety of dances from Spain and Gypsy Spain. Solo classical guitarist Dr. Randy Pile will play a selection of the timeless compositions created for the Spanish guitar. This is a cost-free family program. The audience learns how to clap to flamenco rhythm, use their arms and hands like flamenco dancers, and at the show’s end, children...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Union Elementary School District recently hosted a heartwarming open house event at the historic De Luz SchoolHouse, welcoming students, staff, and community members to celebrate the legacy of Scott Gordon, the retiring outdoor education teacher and long-time steward of the school house property. Gordon has dedicated over three decades to outdoor education and the De Luz SchoolHouse, fostering a deep respect for the environment among the countless stu...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook STEM Academy students honored Fallbrook High School graduates who arrived in cap and gown and celebrated their accomplishments Wednesday, May 21. The event was marked by enthusiastic participation from Fallbrook STEM Academy students, who welcomed the graduates with roaring cheers, high fives and signs bearing positive messages. The Fallbrook STEM students created an electric atmosphere, filled with excitement and pride as they celebrated the a...
FALLBROOK – Felipa Vicente Diego from Fallbrook High School won a Bill De La Fuente Scholarship. Diego and her family attended the 8th Annual Award Night on June 26 where she was awarded a Migrant Education scholarship in honor of Dr. Julian Nava, who was an American educator and loved helping the community. Vicente is attending Mira Costa College and plans to transfer to CSUSM to get her master's as a Spanish Teacher. Submitted by Migrant Education Program, Fallbrook High S...
SACRAMENTO – The California Water Commission meeting will explore the range of projects funded through the Department of Water Resources Grant Programs. The July agenda also includes a State Water Project briefing, an overview of flood advocacy in the Central Valley, and a Water Storage Investment Program update. The meeting in Sacramento is open to the public to attend in person or virtually and will also be live streamed online, Wednesday, July 17, 9:30 a.m. at California Natural Resources Building, First Floor A...