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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FALLBROOK – The Friends of the Fallbrook Library’s Bottom Shelf Bookstore is holding its annual Christmas Boutique from Monday, Nov. 29, starting at 10 a.m. and continuing until Thursday, Dec. 23. This event will showcase exemplary books of all genres. The usual selection of gently used books, audio and video selections will be available as well as special holiday selections which they have been accumulating all year. The Bottom Shelf is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds go to The Friends of the Fal... Full story
VISTA – North County Aviculturists, a club for pet bird owners and breeders, will hold their 2021 Winter Holiday Party in person. The meeting will be Dec. 4 at 5 p.m. and is usually for members only, but all are welcome to attend and decide if they would like to join. The club meets at 761 Eucalyptus Ave, Vista, CA 92084. All the details are at www.ncabirdclub.com. Submitted by North County Aviculturists.... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Women's Connection invites all women to attend a Christmas concert and brunch in the ballroom of the Beverly Mansion at Grand Tradition Estates and Gardens, Friday, Dec. 17, from 10 a.m. to noon; doors will open at 9:15 a.m. for shopping from Farah's Collection. Farah offers last minute Christmas shopping, with novelty jewelry, handbags and accessories. Rich La Fetra and Sandra Kopitzke will perform a musical Christmas program entitled "The Best Time of t... Full story
FALLBROOK – D'Vine Path, a vocational education program for adults with disabilities, sits on a private vineyard and ranch. Through agriculture, hospitality, and viticulture training, D'Vine Path teaches the students everything they need to know in order to obtain a job in the future. This October, D'Vine Path welcomed a new winemaking instructor, Michael Horton. Horton has been making wine since 2008 when he double majored in Wine and Viticulture at Cal Poly San Luis O...
SAN DIEGO – Many people could use extra cash with the holidays approaching. That’s why the San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office is doing all it can to reunite $713,585 in county refunds with its rightful owners. See if your name is on the list at sdttc.com. “With many people cash-strapped, it’s essential to return this money to the citizens of San Diego,” said San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister. “The average refund is $386, and that can go a long way for those who are the rightful owne...
FALLBROOK – Rainbow Municipal Water District has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2021 honor by The San Diego Union-Tribune. The list is based entirely on employee feedback (www.energage.com/survey/) gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The anonymous survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization: including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few. Specific strengths highlighted by RMWD’s emp...
FALLBROOK – Boys & Girls Clubs of North County's members gobbled up their turkey dinner in celebration of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, Nov. 19. There were smiles all around as staff served up a delicious feast catered by Major Market. The children loved everything from turkey, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, stuffing, cranberry sauce and, of course, delicious pumpkin pies were included in the meals being served. "Coming out of a challenging year, we are so g...
BONSALL – Where do the arts and sports meet? At Bonsall High School. The community's newest secondary school, Bonsall High School, continues to grow, not only in the academics it offers, but now in the visual/performing arts and sports. Under the direction of Andrea Breuninger, newly instated athletic director, BHS just completed a successful cross country season and is off to a great start in basketball. The team has easily triumphed over all their opponents in their preseaso...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Art Association's Gallery has moved. The new facility is now located at 300 N. Brandon Road, Fallbrook. The new location will provide more space to display members' original paintings, handcrafted jewelry, sculptures, art prints and cards, monthly shows, and special events. The FAA's art take-in date for the monthly December/January member's show was Dec. 1 and the kickoff event will be a two-day Holiday Gift Bazaar on Dec. 4 and 5, from 12-4 p.m. Several...
Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal Special to The Village News The Roustabouts Theatre Company has just reopened with a rousing, quirky quartet of sketch comedies written in four acts by Christopher Durang. Best known for his absurd approach to comedy, this production follows suit. Performed by four remarkable artists making every word count in this weak script, "For Whom the Southern Belle Tolls" is only running until Dec. 4 at the Moxie Theater at 6663 El Cajon in San Diego. The...
PALA – Pala Casino Spa Resort is excited to announce the December entertainment lineup, featuring award-winning artists and tribute bands. The impressive lineup of concerts will be held at the indoor Events Center, with tickets on sale now for all events. Upcoming schedule of shows Pink Floyd Tribute by Which One’s Pink Friday, Dec. 3, 8 p.m. A Toast to The Rat Pack: Dean, Frank & Sammy Saturday, Dec. 4, 8 p.m. Paquita la del Barrio Sunday, Dec. 5, 6 p.m. Fleetwood Mac tribute by Twisted Gypsy Friday, Dec. 10, 8 p.m. Joe Cock...
Julie Reeder Publisher Dozens of San Diego Sheriff Search and Rescue volunteers were gathered at Fallbrook Public Utility District, Saturday, Nov. 27, at 8 a.m. to continue the search for Elena Roy, the 83-year old Fallbrook woman who went missing Nov. 3. "These Search and Rescue workers are all volunteers," Sgt. Joe Jarjura, who was in charge, said. "They don't get paid to do any of this." Homicide was also at the site, as well as K-9s, according to private detective Tony...
Rick Monroe Special to the Village News On Thanksgiving eve, 10 families in the area were given a surprise visit by deputies from the Fallbrook Sheriff's Department Substation. They were served pumpkin pies. Operation Thanksgiving Pie 2021 was coordinated by Heather Mitchell, crime prevention specialist. "I started this last year when I was assigned to Valley Center and San Marcos stations," she said. "Generous stores provided pies to deliver to residents as a way to kick off...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter A recommendation to limit hours of cannabis facilities to between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. received the necessary eight votes to be an official recommendation of the Fallbrook Community Planning Group. A majority of the full board, or eight votes, is necessary for a motion to pass. Eight members of the planning group voted in favor of the recommendation Nov. 15, five were opposed, and two members could not participate in the meeting. A 4-1 San Diego County Board of Supervisors vote Jan. 27, with Jim...
FALLBROOK – The VFW Auxiliary, Post 1924 gave their annual gifts to members of the Marine Corps on Camp Pendleton, Nov. 23. President Dana McCarthy and Secretary (USMC Ret. Gunnery Sergeant) Shara French presented 1st TSB Battalion with $2,000 in checks for the holiday season. Most of the $2,000 was raised from the Miriam Key Honorary Mayor Campaign, sponsored by the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce and was supplemented by Buddy Poppy donations. The auxiliary is also grateful f...
Rick Monroe Special to the Village News People are beginning to find out about the Right Layne Foundation, a rescue ranch on 5.5 acres not far from the fire station on Olive Hill Road in Bonsall. However, Candace Abreu pleads for people not to just drop off animals in front of their gate. Several chickens were left that way and one died, with others nearly perishing from the heat. "Call first," she said. "We're able to welcome most animals, but if you call first, we'll give...
SAN DIEGO – I Love A Clean San Diego, in partnership with the County of San Diego, is hosting a used oil and oil filter recycling event at five O’Reilly Auto Parts stores in Fallbrook, Lakeside, Ramona and Spring Valley on Saturday, Dec. 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participating O’Reilly Auto Parts locations Fallbrook: 812 South Main Ave. Lakeside: 9732 Winter Gardens Blvd. Ramona: 1935 Main St. Spring Valley: 10050 Campo Rd. Spring Valley: 8375 Paradise Valley Rd. Used Motor oil is insoluble, persistent, and can conta... Full story
Turkey Trot provides exercise before Thanksgiving meal...
FALLBROOK – Hygiene begins with clean hands, and handwashing tends to be a lesson learned early in life. However, it can be easy to forget the role handwashing plays in personal health on a day-to-day basis. The COVID-19 pandemic did much to remind individuals just how important and effective handwashing can be. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that washing hands is a defense against the spread of respiratory and diarrheal infections between people, i... Full story
SAN DIEGO – Local nonprofit San Diego Oasis, in collaboration with the County of San Diego, hosted its ninth annual “Get Connected: Technology Fair for Adults 50+” virtually and free to the public Nov. 4-5. “We were thrilled with the content and presentations during this year’s Tech Fair,” said San Diego Oasis President and CEO Simona Valanciute. “Although the event was online, our attendees had a great time learning, engaging and being inspired by our various speakers.” Industry giants Dr. Irwin Jacobs, Founding Chairm...
FALLBROOK – While the shift to remote or flexible work has generally been viewed as a positive, it also presents fresh obstacles. According to Inc.'s write-up on HR challenges, (www.inc.com/marcel-schwantes/study-4-top-challenges-business-hr-leaders-need-to-overcome.html), 80% of HR professionals reported an increase in employee burnout in the past year, with 37% citing a major increase. Factors behind this include struggles with remote work, lack of work-life boundaries, and plain old exhaustion. Although 62% of companies h...
WASHINGTON – The FCC today voted to approve a Second Report and Order to expand access to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by establishing the ability to text 988 to directly reach the Lifeline to better support at-risk communities in crisis, including youth and individuals with disabilities. The Lifeline is a national network that provides free, confidential support to Americans in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. The Nov. 18 action adopts a uniform implementation deadline requiring covered text providers to s...
Village News Staff A two-vehicle accident closed all lanes north of the 76 on the southbound side, Friday, Nov. 26. One lane was opened a while later. NCFPD crews arrived on the scene to find a two-vehicle traffic accident with one vehicle fully engulfed, which caught the second vehicle on fire. One patient was transported to the hospital and crews were waiting for tow trucks to arrive on the scene so they could reopen the freeway at about 8 p.m. In addition to the...
SAN DIEGO – In partnership with the County Board of Supervisor District 5 and local community members, the County of San Diego’s Planning & Development Services initiated a planning and community engagement process for the Fallbrook Village Revitalization Project. All community members are encouraged to complete an online Community Questionnaire, which focuses on ideas for revitalizing the study area. All responses are anonymous. They are also invited to the next Fallbrook Infrastructure Committee meeting on Wednesday, Dec... Full story
Knights of Columbus members, from left, Joe Trechter, Jim Binford and Adam Nogueria collect funds at Major Market in late October for their annual Intellectual Disabilities Drive. The proceeds went to REINS Therapeutic Horsemanship program in Fallbrook. Nogueria is community director for the Knights and coordinated the Drive. The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal organization of Catholic men devoted to community service and spiritual growth. Village News/Courtesy...
