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Students at Fallbrook Union High School (FUHS) will have the opportunity to meet their new principal at the beginning of the school year. Larry Boone, formerly of Lompoc Valley Middle School, was hired by the Fallbrook Union High School District board of trustees to take the helm at Fallbrook High. Superintendent Dr. Hugo Pedroza stated that between 40 to 50 applicants applied for the position. While Pedroza and Boone have worked together previously in Santa Monica and... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Britannia Connection, a local 501(c)(3) charity, will hold a lunch and fashion show as a fundraiser for the Fallbrook Warriors Marching Band, which has been invited to participate in the annual Lord Mayor's New Year Parade in London, England. The event will be held on Friday, Aug. 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Golf Club of California on Flowerwood Lane in Fallbrook. A buffet lunch will be served and fashions provided by SteinMart, Temecula. Tickets ($35 each) are available in Fallbrook at Major Market, t...
FALLBROOK – Many of today's classrooms are filled with all types of emerging technologies, which educators use to enhance their students' educational experiences. However, the humble newspaper has long been a staple in the classroom and at home and remains one of the best tools for learning. Newspapers can be used to further children's academic abilities in a variety of ways. Improve reading fluency Fluency, comprehension and inference of text are lessons that begin as soon a...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook United Methodist Church (FUMC) held a welcome luncheon for it's new pastor, Melissa Rusler, on Sunday, July 12. Church members enjoyed a Italian feast catered by Vince’s Italian Restaurant, topped off by dessert cake provided by FUMC Hispanic Ministries, and summer fruits and petite fours donated by friends of FUMC. Pastor Rusler is originally from Columbus, Ohio but moved to Southern California at the age of 11 where she later graduated from Cos... Full story
The Veterans Art Project display at the San Diego County Fair consisted of three sculptures cast in Fallbrook. Two of the untitled pieces were bronze sculptures created in 2014 by Col. Joe Snyder and Jessica Nguyen; one of those features hands being held and the other is a hand displaying the peace symbol on top of an outstretched hand. The third artwork was a bronze sculpture bust created by Kevin Larsen in 2014 and featuring a face adorned with leaves. The three pieces were displayed at the fair's Student Showcase. "They...
June 26 200 block W. Clemmens Ln. Arrest: Felony promotion of criminal street gang; vandalism July 11 200 block Ash St. Vehicle burglary July 14 1100 block Rancho Ryan Rd. 5150/Mental disorder 600 block E. Elder St. Petty theft July 15 Horse Ranch Creek Rd. @ SR76 Vehicle burglary 600 block E. Alvarado St. Recover stolen vehicle 3800 block Cazador Ln. Get credit w/other's ID July 17 500 block Ammunition Rd. Assault w/deadly weapon (not firearm) w/minor injuries 500 block Elder St. Arrest: Probation violation; evade officer w/...
FALLBROOK – Living Waters Christian Fellowship invites all children 4 to 12 years old to come for a free G-Force Vacation Bible School (VBS) beginning Wednesday night, Aug. 5 through Friday night Aug. 7. They will enjoy the first VBS at night and a free dinner will be served for registered students on Wednesday and Thursday nights at 5 p.m. The Friday night dinner is a BBQ open to the families and will be after the kids' program. For more information and to register, call the church office at (760) 728-1685, or e-mail l...
FALLBROOK – Educators and parents must now be more cognizant today about the various needs of their students and children. The lines between certain learning disabilities and conditions are not always easy to decipher, and this is especially true with a condition known as sensory processing disorder (SPD). SPD, sometimes referred to as sensory integration dysfunction, involves the way the nervous system receives messages from the senses and transforms them into appropriate motor functions and behavioral responses. When a c...
SAN DIEGO COUNTY - Higher than average surf and strong rip currents could wreak havoc along the San Diego County coastline today, Wed., July 29. A National Weather Service beach hazards statement warning of potentially dangerous rip currents and surf is set to remain in effect through this evening. "Strong rip currents and elevated surf will result in very dangerous swimming conditions,'' a weather service statement said. "Swimmers in shallow water may unexpectedly get pulled...
SACRAMENTO - San Diego County businesses impacted by the recent storms may qualify for various fee and penalty waivers, state officials announced Tuesday. The California Board of Equalization approved a temporary relief program under which proprietors who suffered damage or major interruptions to their business can apply to be spared fees, interest charges and other penalties that might otherwise accrue for not submitting their quarterly tax payments to the state on time. Applicants may also be exempt from paying for copies...
Charles R. Klinkert went home to be with our Lord on July 13, 2015 at the age of 92. He was born in Long Beach, Calif. to "Doc" Charles and Violet Mae (Credit) Klinkert. Chuck grew up in Long Beach. When he was young, he would watch airplanes take-off and land at a nearby airfield which started his passion for flying. During that time, he also discovered his second passion and that was the love of his life, "Dolly" Darlyn. They were married in 1944. When WWII began, Chuck knew... Full story
FALLBROOK – Sabrina Converse Dadalt, Realtor, mobile marketer, business owner and chicken farmer, will be presenting at the Fallbrook Women’s Connection Brunch at the Grand Tradition on Friday, Aug. 21. She will be talking about the joys and pitfalls of raising chickens. Guest speaker Judy Scharfenberg will share her uplifting message of hope and recovery, "Rising Above Challenges with a Joyful Heart." She is the author of Grace Givers, Rest Stops for Busy Moms, Rest Stops for Teachers, and Secure Families in a Shaky Wor... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Woman’s Club will host a 'Get Acquainted Luncheon' on Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 11:30 a.m. at their historic clubhouse located at 238 W. Mission Road. The luncheon is being held to invite ladies in Fallbrook to learn more about how the members of the local Fallbrook Chapter provide service to the community. The Fallbrook Woman’s Club provides the opportunity to develop leadership skills, exchange ideas, and form friendships, while addressing the needs of this community. The local club was founded in 19... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Gem and Mineral Society museum and gift shop, located at 123 W. Alvarado Street, will be closed for refurbishment starting Aug. 6. The museum and gift shop will reopen on Oct. 8.... Full story
- July 31 – Lunch Mob at Nessy Burgers, Old Highway 395 near Pala Mesa Market; noon - Aug. 3 – First Monday Coffee at Chamber office, 8:30 a.m. - Aug. 6 - Volunteer Appreciation Chamber BBQ & Potluck, Live Oak Park, 5 p.m. - Aug. 13 – SunUpper to be announced – contact the Chamber for updated information - Aug. 14 – Wine & A Bite Art Walk, historic downtown Fallbrook, 5 to 8 p.m.; purchase tickets early – these have been selling out! - Aug. 19 – SunDowner at Plaza 395, 1185 E. Mission Road, 5:30 to 7 p.m. - Aug. 28 – Lun...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Quilt Guild will present Juli Shulem, a professional organizer, to speak at its Aug. 6 meeting at the Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Lane. The business portion begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by a social and refreshment time with the program following. Members of the community are invited to attend with a $5 donation that goes towards program costs. Shulem will direct her organizational presentation toward quilters, specifically, although the c...
FALLBROOK – Well-known Riverside County fine art photographer Robert Kaler will be the featured artist at Brandon Gallery Aug. 1 through 31, it has been announced. In "Lifecycle," Kaler will present his unique approach to photography depicting landscapes and still-life shots of bicycles from the West Coast and Hawaii. To produce his dramatic effects, Kaler’s signature approach relies on multiple exposures of each scene, which he then combines into one high resolution ima...
FALLBROOK – Several local nonprofits and worthy causes received $10,000 in funds recently from the Angel Society of Fallbrook. The donations were approved by the group’s board of directors at its meeting in June. Palomar College was awarded $3,000 in support of its textbook program, which helps needy Fallbrook area students purchase books for classes. The Veterans Association of North County, which represents more than 30 different veteran associations serving over 5,000 mem...
Pat Dussault's obituary was very honoring to a gracious lady. No fluff or overkill. She would have approved. However, the writer(s) overlooked one of Don (and Pat's) major contributions to the community. Don was the mainspring of the group of activists who brought us the grant leading to the community center on Heald Lane. Without Don, it probably would not have happened. Bill Hitt Former member CSA 81 Editor's Note: Obituary notices are submitted to the Village News by next-of-kin, or trustees....
As a resident of Fallbrook for 15 years and, as a person who has written before on this subject, I applaud Bill Campbell's intelligent comments regarding helicopter noise (and pollution). Thank you for writing. The negative responses will come in as they do every time someone writes about this topic but I would hope that the conversation might continue so that not only Camp Pendleton, but all the residents of this lovely area can live together harmoniously. Let me know any next steps (except exiting Fallbrook!) as contacting...
FALLBROOK – Regular exercise can benefit the body in many ways, helping men and women maintain healthier weights and lower their risks for developing potentially deadly diseases. Though many people are quick to associate exercise with its physical benefits, those hours spent on the treadmill also can boost brain power. According to Dr. Barry Gordon, professor of neurology and cognitive science at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions and coauthor of "Intelligent Memory: I...
FALLBROOK – According to the National Sleep Foundation, changes in sleep patterns are a part of the aging process. Many people experience difficulty falling asleep and then staying asleep as they age, and that difficulty can make men and women over 50 feel more tired during the day. But even though difficulty sleeping may be a part of aging, that does not mean men and women over 50 cannot take steps to improve their sleeping patterns. For example, certain snack foods may h...
Fallbrook/Bonsall Village News correspondent Joe Naiman took fifth place in the San Diego County Fair's media demolition derby June 30. Naiman drove a Buick Park Avenue; although he did not know the year, the odometer reading of 159,293 miles narrowed the year to after General Motors added the hundreds of thousands digit to odometers but before the conversion to digital odometers. The demolition derby was the sixth for Naiman, but the first in which he had his own helmet. Earlier this year he purchased a helmet from a neighbo...
FALLBROOK – The Jr. Warriors Basketball team, based out of Fallbrook, Bonsall, and the surrounding area, continued its winning ways in July, by taking first and second in the 10U and 11U divisions in the Summer Slam put on by Big City Sports. The tournament was played in Fountain Valley, Calif. on July 18 and 19. Coached by Nehemiah Brunson and Marlon Holmes, the team is made up of boys and girls aged 8-11 and play competitive, AAU basketball. They also won the by beating Pacific Coast Hoops, based out of Carlsbad, on June 6...