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....
The Fallbrook Women’s Resource Center is the Crisis Pregnancy Center for Fallbrook. Their mission is to care for women in pregnancy-related crises by meeting their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, enabling them to Choose Life! The FWRC is now looking for volunteers, board members, and also a new director. Some of the duties of a volunteer include answering phones, sorting baby items, and helping with fundraisers. Other volunteers take a more active role by offering peer counseling and education on abstinence, s... Full story
Where does a woman go when she yearns to be with a group of hip women, like herself, sipping a blue martini, and at the same time, promote charitable causes? Well, The Blue Thong Society, of course! “We are reconnecting women, giving back to the community, and having a lot of fun doing it,” said a bright-eyed, Kelly Golden, co-founder of The Blue Thong Society. And having fun is just what this society is doing these days. Golden, along with other Blue Thongers, enjoyed their luncheon at the Fallbrook/Bonsall chapter mon...
The Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce celebrated the Grand Opening of Village Bridal Boutique on May 15. Joining in the festivities are (l-r) Phyllis Sweeney, Ronne Branson, Miss Fallbrook Kate Derr, Robert Clevenger, owners Patricia and Rob Clevenger, Fallbrook Princess Courtney Doherty, Jane Kepley and Honorary Mayor Rhonda Reinke. Village Bridal is located at 855 S. Main, Suite K, Fallbrook. Call (760) 728-5039....
North County Woolgatherers, Fallbrook Chapter of Association of Traditional Hooking Artists, presents an exhibit of hand-hooked rugs by local artists through May 26 at the historic Rancho Buena Vista Adobe Gallery, 651 East Vista Way, Vista. Hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.... Full story
The Board of Directors for Fallbrook’s Angel Society met on May 17, and awarded funds totaling $11,200 to non-profit organizations that support the needs of the community. Funds were awarded to the following organizations: • Fallbrook Healthcare Foundation to provide funds to help support the operating costs for one van in the Care Van Program. • Maie Ellis School PTA to provide funds for tickets for 3rd grade students to attend the production of “Annie Warbucks” at the Mission Theater. • Fallbrook Land Conservancy...
Brother’s Bistro remains one of Fallbrook’s popular dining destinations with its eclectic and savory menu. The husband and wife team of Brother’s Bistro, Dee and Ron Nusser, are excited to be celebrating the restaurant’s third year anniversary. “What makes us so unique is that we are a ‘Ma and Pa restaurant,” explained Dee. She went on to say that since so many dining places are franchised-owned these days, it is a real treat for diners to visit a family-owned establishment. Brother’s Bistro also remembers the birthdays a...
Envirepel Energy, Inc., a privately held company in Vista pioneering clean renewable energy solutions, met a major milestone last week by reaching “better than expected” emissions numbers with their renewable energy biomass combustion test unit. Governor Schwarzenegger has mandated that renewable energy generation make up 20 percent of the electrical energy portfolios of California’s Utility Companies by 2010. President Anthony Arand believes the Governor’s mandate is within reach. Arand said, “This week we demonstra...
FALLBROOK- “Edward Jones financial advisors rank the firm highest in overall satisfaction, according to a newly released study by J.D. Powers and Associates,” said Kent Borsch, a financial advisor in Bonsall/Fallbrook. The inaugural J.D. Power and Associates 2007 Financial Advisor Satisfaction Study ranked Edward Jones highest among the 10 financial service firms ranked. Edward Jones financial advisors gave the highest satisfaction ratings in terms of support, people and firm performance. The J.P. Powers and Associates study... Full story
Donna Blazi, 71, died Saturday, May 12, 2007, in Fallbrook, CA from an auto accident. Born March 2, 1936, in San Angelo, Texas, she lived in Fallbrook for twelve years. She was a registered nurse. She was active in the Fallbrook senior citizens community, an active volunteer in Fallbrook School District, PTA, and the Fallbrook Ag Department. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and volunteered at the Fallbrook Arts Center, as well as at TOPS and with 4-H groups. She enjoyed playing bingo at the Oceanside Mission. She... Full story
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
