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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MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON — Marines with Wounded Warrior Battalion West did not let their injuries slow them down as they took part in the Ocean Therapy Program hosted by a local foundation at Camp Del Mar’s beach, Camp Pendleton, July 20. Ocean Therapy sessions are held on base each year, and provide the Marines with an opportunity to learn to surf in an encouraging atmosphere, while focusing on the therapeutic benefits of the ocean. “This type of physical the... Full story
PALA – The Pala Band of Mission Indians announced last week that it will be sponsoring the fourth annual “Day at the Races,” at the Del Mar racetrack, a fundraiser for Angel’s Depot, host of the event. The “Day at the Races” festivities will take place in the Il Palio Turf Club at 4 p.m. on August 13.The sponsorship includes a $2,500 donation, which will go toward providing meal boxes for seniors living in poverty in San Diego County. “The Angel’s Depot has been a reliable and generous source of senior citizen assis... Full story
FALLBROOK – At the Fallbrook Community Center, Fitness Fusion participants had a fabulous time hip-hopping, laughing, and sharing the joy of dance and fitness in celebration of National Dance Day which was recognized with an official act of Congress on July 31. National Dance Day was designed to empower, challenge and inspire people of all ages to try various styles of dance ranging from hip-hop to ballroom to anything that moves. It encouraged people across the U.S. to...
Ruby Lane, a four-year-old filly stabled at the San Luis Rey Downs Thoroughbred Training Center, won her first career race during Opening Day at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club. Ruby Lane won the fourth race July 21, taking 1:39.27 to complete the one-mile maiden claiming race for fillies and mares three years old and upward. She crossed the finish line with a 2 1/2-length lead over second-place Tiz Smoke Tiz Fire. “It was a very good race, so I’m pleased,” said Paula Capestro, who trains Ruby Lane and is also a part-... Full story
FALLBROOK – Pala Mesa Women’s Golf Club hosted its 19th annual invitational tournament, The Stampede, on June 2 and 3. Well over 100 players from all over the San Diego area and a few players from out of state participated in the event, which included two continental breakfasts, two lunches, a horserace on the first day and $10 in gold dollars for the tee prizes. The co-chairpersons of the event were Pat Gallagher and Phyllis Molloff. “The Stampede is such a detailed tournament that it involves nearly every member of... Full story
The clanking of racking weights and the roars of service members could be heard outside Camp Pendleton’s 21 Area Fitness Center during the second installment of the 2010 Bench Press Challenge Series, July 30. Thirty-nine males and four females competed in hopes to be declared the base’s strongest bench presser. Participants included active-duty and retired service members, family members and Department of Defense civilian employees. During each event of the three-part ser... Full story
PALA – Ten professional and amateur Muay Thai fights will be center stage at Pala Casino Spa & Resort on October 2nd, 2010. Muay Thai, the fastest-growing, adrenaline-rushing striking sport, also known as the art of eight limbs, allows fighters to utilize hands, elbows, knees and shins to bring the opponent down. The event is headlined by the Light Heavyweight Muay Thai vs. MMA five-round bout between Denis “The Pirate” Grachev (Russia by way of San Diego) and Fernando Gonzalez (Temecula). Grachev, an IKF (International... Full story
With the 101 Critical Days of Summer at its halfway point, Camp Pendleton safety officials continue to stress the importance of riding safely on two-wheeled vehicles that are often overlooked – bicycles. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 800 Americans die every year because of bicycle-related incidences. In addition, more than half a million more end up in emergency rooms across the country each year because of bicycle-related injuries.... Full story
You know those rough, tough shoot-em-up cops that are hard as nails, sexy as heck, smoothly sweet-talking the ladies and always able to catch their man at the end? This movie is not about them. “The Other Guys,” a movie by Adam McKay and Chris Henchy, follows two mismatched cops that would do anything to be like the top cops on their squad, NYPD Detectives Christopher Danson and P.K. Highsmith (Dwayne Johnson and Samuel L. Jackson). These two are the epitome of the typ...
PALA – Pala Casino Spa & Resort will host a free End of Summer Party starting at 6 p.m., Saturday, August 28, on the lawn of its outdoor Starlight Theater. All seating will be on the lawn and partygoers should bring blankets and/or towels to sit on for the event. No tickets will be required. Partygoers must be minimum age 21 and no chairs or coolers will be allowed. Three of Southern California’s hottest tribute bands, Led Zepagain, which plays the music of Led Zeppelin; Rolling the Stones, Rolling Stones, and Fan H...
FALLBROOK – “My Necklace, Myself,” a film produced by the Fallbrook Film Factory and Divine Trinity Films of Temecula, is being released nationwide on Aug. 17, by FilmWorks Entertainment. The film recently received the Dove Foundation’s seal of Approval for family-friendly entertainment. Written and directed by Bryan Caron and starring Julia Witschger and Christiana Minga, the film also features local talent such as Derek Majewski, Norman Black, Deanna Lynn Walsh, J. G. Franklin, Samantha Valencia, and more than 100 e...
TEMECULA – Inland Valley Classical Ballet and Svetlana’s Dance Academy will present “Beauty and the Beast” at Old Town Temecula Community Theater on Friday, August 13, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, August 14, at 2 p.m. Belle, whose father Maurice is imprisoned by the Beast (really an enchanted Prince), offers herself instead and finds the prince inside the Beast. Captivating, funny and charming, this ballet will transport the audience to a world of magic with the most beaut... Full story
ESCONDIDO – Taylor Zumstein begins her college career at Cal Poly Pomona this fall with a comprehensive resume of academic, agricultural and equestrian accomplishments from Fallbrook High School that include completion of 15 Honors and Advanced Placement courses, myriad FFA and equestrian awards and recognitions, and the completion of her FFA State Degree. The Ag Business major plans to focus on a career in ag marketing and organic farming, which will start with... Full story
ESCONDIDO – As the next generation of agriculturists work their way through college and find their place in the job market, there are always a few rising stars who stand out. Maggie Maratsos, a Fallbrook High School graduate starting her third year at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo this fall, has been one of those standouts since early in her high school career and has continued momentum, enthusiasm and promise ever since. Maratsos, an Environmental Horticulture Sciences major who received a 2010 San Diego County Farm Bureau... Full story
For more information, contact the Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary at (760) 685-3533, or visit www.fallbrookanimalsanctuary.org....
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved the authorization for bid and subsequent award of a construction contract to provide new playground equipment, seating, and access for Live Oak Park. The supervisors’ 5-0 vote August 4 also found the project to be categorically exempt from California Environmental Quality Act review. The project will replace existing playground equipment with updated facilities, provide new benches and picnic tables, and install a new walkway that meets American’s with Disabilities Act sta...
FALLBROOK – Parents can now enroll their children in the Fallbrook Community Center’s We Care Preschool & Child Care where their goal is to provide the best possible head start for each child. Staff members are well educated in the child development field and pride themselves on having years of experience working with young children. At We Care Preschool and Daycare, children are involved in a variety of activities including story time, arts and crafts, outdoor games, free play, and much more. Areas that are focused o...
BONSALL – Children who want to be a zoo keeper can try this exciting career on for size at Wild Wonders’ Keeper-For-A-Day and Jr. Keeper-For-A-Day programs. Registration is now open at the Wild Wonder’s Animal Facility in Bonsall where children can spend a day working side-by-side with professional zookeepers. Throughout the day, they will help care for a selection of the over 120 exotic animals that make their home there. By participating in the daily diet preparation, cleaning, and other animal care tasks, they wil... Full story
