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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All children are invited to visit Wee Little Sprouts on Friday, December 19, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. to share their wish lists with Santa Claus. This might be the last chance to get on Santa’s “nice” list this year! All can enjoy refreshments and holiday cheer during this special event. The shop is at 119 North Main. For additional details, visit www.weelittlesprouts.com or call (760) 728-9339....
North County Parkinson’s Support Group will be having its holiday luncheon Saturday, December 13, at Shadowridge County Club in Vista. Reservations are required. There will be no meeting at the Vista Senior Center in December. For information, call (760) 940-2763....
CAL FIRE reminds local residents that earthquakes are a common occurrence in Southern California. During an emergency such as an earthquake, residents’ survival may depend on how well prepared they are. Planning ahead and discussing earthquake preparedness with family members is the best policy. A basic survival kit should include water, first aid supplies, food, portable radio, auxiliary lighting, auxiliary cooking devices, extra clothing and blankets all stored in a safe, accessible place....
The wonderful boutique ambiance of A Stones Throw, located on Main Avenue, enlivens the senses for a unique shopping experience. Known for its lovely fine jewelry and home décor, this intimate shop is truly a gold mine of goodies galore. Owner Laurie Criscenti, a talented jeweler, has a penchant for creating exquisite pieces. “A Stones Throw is a business establishment that prides itself on personal relationships,” said Criscenti. “We create and sell jewelry that fits someon...
As gift packages are shipped across the country for the holiday season, the County Department of Agriculture, Weights and Measures urges the public to be aware of the risk of introducing an agricultural pest into San Diego. The department’s staff regularly inspects parcel facilities, looking for packages containing plant materials. However, with the increased holiday shipping, the county needs everyone’s help to ensure that incoming plant material, including fruits and vegetables, are screened for pests. “Flowers, fruits and... Full story
Hearing Dec. 19 at Pala Mesa Resort. The California Energy Commission (CEC) has released its staff analysis of the proposed Orange Grove power plant. The staff analysis was released November 6. “It will serve as their testimony at the evidentiary hearing,” said California Energy Committee spokesperson Percy Della. The evidentiary hearing itself will take place December 19 at the Pala Mesa Resort’s Sun Room and will begin at 10 a.m. A pre-hearing conference was held December 1 in Sacramento. The staff analysis concluded that...
FALLBROOK — How do Renee Ingold and Legacy Endowment turn securities sitting on Wall Street into picturesque winding roads and clean flowing rivers in the Fallbrook area? It’s the magic of philanthropy. Ingold had securities that she wished to donate to her favorite charitable organization, Keep Fallbrook Clean and Green, and Legacy Endowment…The Community Foundation was able to convert her stock into a straightforward and tax-deductible donation in two easy steps. “It’s a win-win-win situation,” says Tina Rainey, Leg...
In early November, a Riverside area newspaper published a story about an intoxicated 16-year-old boy who was sprayed with a flammable liquid while lying passed out on a couch at a party. He was then set ablaze by other partygoers. Several people put the flames out and someone drove the boy to the emergency room at Redlands Community Hospital at 4 a.m. He had serious burns to his face and hands. Two young men, ages 16 and 19, were taken into custody. Most parents would never buy their kid a six-pack and look the other way, but... Full story
You’ve heard the old adage “Laughter is the best medicine.” Well, it turns out that this saying is actually sound medical advice. Laughter produces actual physical changes in your body. A good belly laugh releases endorphins, naturally occurring neurohormones that make us feel better. The result, researchers report, is that humor can help reduce stress, decrease anxiety, reduce pain and even strengthen our immune system. Laughter helps people feel more stable, more creative and more hopeful. All that from a few belly laugh... Full story
Innovative Healthcare Consultants, Inc., a geriatric care management and homecare company, has relocated to 557 East Alvarado Street in Fallbrook (the old Brandon house). Everyone is invited to come to their open house on Friday, December 19, from 1 to 4 p.m. to meet the staff, learn about geriatric care management and celebrate the holiday season....
Fallbrook Wellness Spa hosts a nondenominational meditation class on Saturdays from 9 to 10:15 a.m. A simple technique using the breath to harmonize the mind and body is being taught. All are welcome at no cost. To reserve a space, call (760) 723-8264....
FALLBROOK — Barbara Martin, a Certified Music Practitioner, entertained the Fallbrook Village Rotary during one of their meetings last month. An outstanding cellist playing with the Redlands Symphony Orchestra, Martin has a bachelor’s degree in music and teaches music at the Hillcrest Academy. She also volunteers her skills in healing patients and helping those in a transition period. Martin has broken her music down into four categories. For the chronically ill, she pla...
The current economic crisis has done a great deal to increase stress across the country. From average folks worrying about their next paycheck to top financial executives worrying about their next bailout, our current economic problems have most of us feeling more anxious. Unfortunately, many people react to high stress levels by turning more to something we all find comforting – food. It’s called “stress eating” because it feeds an emotional rather than a physical hunger. We do it because food, especially sweet things,...
Brian Tully won his first-ever Perris Auto Speedway main event November 22, closing out the track’s Street Stocks season with a victory in which he led for all 25 laps. The win also gave Tully fourth place in the final season point standings. “I probably won’t stop smiling for a week or so,” Tully said. Tully’s previous best main event finish at Perris was a second-place result in his previous race September 20. “We didn’t want to change anything,” Tully said. In reality Tull...
The Fallbrook Senior Center at 399 Heald Lane will be offering the AARP Safe Driving Program on December 16. Class will begin at 8:30 in the morning. The class is limited in enrollment. To secure a place, contact the center at (760) 728-4498. There is a $10 fee, payable upon registration. Make the check out to AARP. Completion of this class allows for a reduction in one’s automobile insurance policy rate....
On Dec. 7, in the newly carpeted Mission Theater, CAST Productions presented “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” With a large cast of performers the comedy continues December 12, 13 and 14. Barbara Robinson wrote the book in the early seventies and then modified it for stage performances. The story begins as Grace Bradley is chosen as director of a church Christmas pageant because the reigning director of 14 years has broken her leg. Then, the dreaded Herdman kids – six of th...
The Southern California region used to be part of the Old West, alive with cowboys, herds of cattle and campfires. On December 14 part of that heritage will return in the form of Stan Kruml’s “From the Heart of a Cowboy: A Cowboy Christmas Show” at Rawhide Ranch in Bonsall. The show includes stories and poetry told by Kruml of his memories of Christmas on the family ranch and of his life. His stories include one of his boyhood wish to meet Santa – who wears spurs, as it turn...
FALLBROOK — The Fallbrook Film Factory will host a free screening of the award-winning family film “Ele My Friend” on Wednesday, December 17, at 6 p.m. at Caffé Primo, located at 139 Main Avenue in downtown Fallbrook. A question-and-answer session by the filmmakers and Factory members will follow the screening. The public is welcome to attend. “Ele, My Friend” was produced by Factory member Linda Mandrayar and written and directed by her husband, Dharan Mandrayar. It is a he...
FALLBROOK — The Fallbrook High School Choral Department will present its annual concert “Holiday Traditions” at 7 p.m. December 11 at the Bob Burton Center for the Performing Arts. The evening will include performances from the Madrigals, Women’s Ensemble and the Warrior Choir, along with duets and featured soloists. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at the door. All proceeds benefit the continuing growth of the Fallbrook Choral Department. A great way to usher in the hol...
ENCINITAS — Grangetto’s Farm & Garden Supply, located at 189 South Rancho Santa Fe Road in Encinitas, recently installed a new demonstration garden of low water use plants. Approximately 2,200 square feet of lawn was removed and the area converted to plant species that use far less water. The new installation incorporates state-of-the-art drip irrigation technology available at Grangetto’s. It is anticipated that once the new plantings are established, they can be irrig... Full story
When finalizing holiday gift lists, people shouldn’t forget to add Mother Nature. By making some easy adjustments to their normal holiday routine and searching for energy-efficient gifts, residents can do their part to help conserve precious natural resources all year ’round and put a little “green” back in their pockets. “If you’re one of the many consumers taking advantage of the deep discounts available on many electronics and appliances this holiday season, keep in mind the long-term costs of powering your purchases,... Full story
We are in one of the most festive times of the year. So, let us all understand a little bit more about some fire safety precautions that we should be aware of. At this the time of year we tend to create a great deal of atmosphere by festooning our home with decorations. We bring cut or living Christmas trees inside our homes; we hang garlands about our doors, mantels and windows. We have many forms of paper goods about the Yule tree and we do a lot of extra cooking in the kitchen for our holiday meals. We hang holiday lights...
This time of year always reminds me of Friday. You know what I mean – even though Friday is allegedly part of the work week, it’s usually pointless to try and start a new project, get ahold of someone or expect to hear back on anything. People may be at work but their heads are already into the weekend. The holidays are like six weeks of Fridays. Planning travel, meals and parties, cooking, baking and gift shopping, distract most of us from day-to-day priorities we pay attention to the rest of the year – including takin...
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Margaret Ellen Knox Poling died at home on Saturday, September 20, 2008, at the age of 61. She was born May 8, 1947, to John Knox Knox and Frances Hulda Sears Knox in Seattle, WA. As a child, she resided briefly in Fergus, Ontario, Canada, before moving to Fallbrook. After the death of her father in 1953, the family moved to Bartlesville, OK, but soon returned to Fallbrook, where she lived for the next four decades. Margaret graduated from Fallbrook High School in 1965 and...
