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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Joe Naiman Village News Reporter The allocation of Neighborhood Reinvestment Program funding and Community Enhancement funding during the May 24 San Diego County Board of Supervisors meeting included grants to the North County Fire Protection District and to the Bonsall Chamber of Commerce. The supervisors’ 4-0 vote, with Joel Anderson absent, allocated $105,000 of Neighborhood Reinvestment Program funding to the North County Fire Protection District and $25,700 of Community Enhancement funding for the Bonsall Chamber of C...
Linda Margaret Lang Brandli was born September 4, 1941, in Van Nuys, California to William (Bill) and Eva Mae (Betty) Lang. She was the second of three children; the eldest, Dudley Lang, born in 1937, and the youngest, Elizabeth Lang, born in 1948. Her father was a retail store owner and her mother a piano teacher. They lived in a variety of locations on the West Coast including the San Fernando Valley and Eagle Point in southern Oregon. Linda graduated from Reseda High... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Village Rotary is proud to introduce its 2022 Miss Fallbrook and Miss Teen Fallbrook contestants. These amazing young ladies have been busy with rehearsals, community events, public speaking and interview skills workshops to prepare for the 85th Miss Fallbrook Scholarship Pageant July 9 at the Bob Burton Center for Performing Arts, Fallbrook Union High School. The program will begin at 6 p.m. with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. This pageant has a long history in Fallbrook, Village Rotary is proud to carry o...
FALLBROOK – Marc Sigmon, agent/CEO of Marc Sigmon Insurance Agency, spent three days in Washington, D.C., as part of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors Congressional Conference. The congressional conference, held May 23-24, was to build or establish relationships with local advisors and agents within each district to address critical issues now and into the future. Sigmon was one of 30 delegates from across California to meet with members of the H...
Rick Monroe Special to the Village News As the nation mourns the tragic death of 19 students and two teachers at a school shooting last week in Texas, it’s natural for local parents and students to have concerns and questions. Are our schools safe? How can I talk to my kids about something so evil? Regarding safety at local schools, the superintendents at the four local school districts each had comments about its priority. “We can’t provide our students with a high quality education without first ensuring they are safe,...
FALLBROOK – An exhilarating celebration of Bob Fosse's iconic choreography was witnessed by nearly 60 local seniors on Wednesday, May 25, when a group of residents from Silvergate Fallbrook attended a community outing to see "Dancin,'" a raucous and lively adaptation of the famed dance man's hit Broadway musical. "We're delighted that Silvergate chose The Old Globe as one of its springtime destinations," said Sam Abney, associate director of philanthropy for The Old Globe w...
As the nation mourns the tragic death of 19 students and two teachers at a school shooting last week in Texas, it’s natural for local parents and students to have concerns and questions. Are our schools safe? How can I talk to my kids about something so evil? Regarding safety at local schools, the superintendents at the four local school districts each had comments about its priority. “We can’t provide our students with a high quality education without first ensuring they are safe, and it is a responsibility FUESD schoo... Full story
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Art Association has several upcoming events at their new Gallery facility at 300 N. Brandon Road. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. General meetings are held at the Fallbrook Women's Club, 238 W. Mission Road on the third Saturday of each month, always free and open to the public, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Each general meeting includes refreshments, a chance to meet local artists, and features an art demonstration and a p... Full story
TEMECULA – In January 2022, a National Partnership between the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution and America250 was agreed upon in Washington D.C. America250 is a multiyear effort to commemorate the semiquincentennial – the 250th anniversary – of the United States. The commemoration period began in 2020, culminates on July 4, 2026, and officially concludes in 2027. Created by Congress, the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission and the corresponding America250 Foundation is planning, designing and leadi...
Rebecca Gramuglia Special to the Village News After a two-year hiatus, concert season is back in full force! But as the summer approaches, ticket prices are rising – making it harder to score seats and stay within your budget. Luckily, there are ways to save on live entertainment. Here are five ways to enjoy your favorite artists without breaking the bank. Plan ahead: With the demand for entertainment being higher than ever, you’ll want to score your tickets as early as possible to avoid expensive resellers. Look for pre...
FALLBROOK – Spring is in the air and the Fallbrook Newcomers Club was busy in April. They held their spring event, Mardi Gras, that was enjoyed by all. There was also Bunco, a Cook-Along, Walk-About, Cards and various other gatherings. Newcomers hosted a booth at the Avocado Festival with a great response of potential new members. Their next social meeting will be May 12 at 10 a.m. The guest speaker will be Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal. Members look forward to a lively p...
FALLBROOK – All congregations of Jehovah's Witnesses worldwide were encouraged to resume in-person meetings starting April 1. Fallbrook residents Tim and Holly Bevan are happy to be back in person with their local congregation after two years of attending via Zoom. Reflecting on over 50 years of attending in-person meetings, the Bevan's have missed the outstanding warmth of those in attendance. One of Tim Bevan's first memories at a Kingdom Hall as a teenager was seeing the v...
Rick Monroe Special to the Village News When Brandon Gallery moved out of Fallbrook three years ago – after a 32-year run – property owners Ron and Crystal Wylie didn't want to see a shuttered business in downtown Fallbrook, especially before the Avocado Festival. In its place, they opened their own gallery, known as 105 n.main. It's also home for many of the family clocks which are for sale. Ron, long-time local architect, also repairs clocks, most commonly grandfather and...
Hannah Hanford Writer The Avocado Festival returns to Fallbrook Sunday, April 24 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Prior to COVID, the Avocado Festival had been an annual event for the community of Fallbrook, but since COVID happened, the Avocado Festival has been on pause since the last one was held, three years ago. "We had to cancel the festival in 2020 the month before and could not have it in 2021 because of restrictions," Chamber of Commerce CEO Lila MacDonald said. As for next... Full story
Tracy DeFore County of San Diego Communications Office Help save lives by rolling up your sleeve and giving blood at the 38th Annual County Blood and Marrow Registry Drive. The month-long event officially kicked off April 4 outside the County Administration Center. Board of Supervisors Chair Nathan Fletcher was the first to donate. The county's blood drive is one of the largest held by the San Diego Blood Bank. More than 20 county facilities will take part this year with the o... Full story
WASHINGTON – The Drug Enforcement Administration sent a letter to federal, state, and local law enforcement partners warning of a nationwide spike in fentanyl-related mass-overdose events, April 6. Administrator Anne Milgram outlined the current threat and offered DEA support to law enforcement officers responding to these tragic incidents. “Fentanyl is killing Americans at an unprecedented rate,” said DEA Administrator Anne Milgram. “Already this year, numerous mass-overdose events have resulted in dozens of overdos...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Art Association has several upcoming events at The Gallery located at 300 N. Brandon Road. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. General meetings are held at the Fallbrook Women's Club, 238 W. Mission Road on the third Saturday of each month, always free and open to the public, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Each general meeting includes refreshments, a chance to meet local artists, and features an art demonstration and a painting c...
Diane O'Hara Special to the Village News The Golf Club of California, which is located at the intersection of Gird Road and Highway 76, has changed ownership. The club was purchased in January by B.H. Lee and Han Kim. Besides being avid golfers, Lee and Kim have extensive experience in the Korean hospitality industry. They are excited about the potential at GCC and their goal is to make GCC the premier golf course in North San Diego County. The course has a challenging and div...
FALLBROOK – Making new friends, exploring local resources and entertainment are key to feeling at home when someone moves to a new area. Newcomers to Fallbrook, De Luz, or Bonsall within the past three years enjoy these benefits and much more when they join the Fallbrook Newcomers Club. Fallbrook Newcomers Club provides helpful information, promotes local business and charities and provides countless opportunities for fun and friendship through various activities, events, a...
SAN DIEGO – Making its return to the big screen is the GI Film Festival San Diego, a multi-day military-themed event dedicated to presenting films and events for, by and about military and veterans. This year’s film festival is scheduled for May 17-21, with all screenings happening in-person at the Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park. Coming back home When the pandemic hit two years ago, the GI Film Festival San Diego moved to an online format with a Virtual Showcase in October 2020 and the annual festival in May 202...
KANSAS CITY, Missouri – Fallbrook, California, nicknamed "the Friendly Village," is home to Charles E. Swisher VFW Post 1924. Its members seem to take this reputation to heart. From hosting holiday celebrations to delivering meals and providing transitional housing, the Post 1924 spreads good near and far. The Post was chosen March Post of the Month out of 5,000 Posts across the country for #StillServing in their community. During the week, veterans and non-veterans alike are...
FALLBROOK – As the children step off the bus, they squint into the sun and follow directions to gather near the trailhead, questions and excitement sparkling in their eyes. Jackie Heyneman and Jean Dooley welcome the students to Monserate Mountain Preserve and tell them that they are continuing a tradition that started before they were born, of students who volunteer to make their community a healthier and more beautiful place by planting native plants. As a part of the Fallbrook Land Conservancy, Save Our Forest has been con...
Rick Monroe Special to the Village News The Sheriff Department's Senior Volunteer Patrol is a win-win-win for the greater Fallbrook area. Residents benefit from the free services it provides, deputies are freed to handle "more important" duties, and the volunteers gain a feeling of giving back to the community in a meaningful way. Another benefit: Volunteers are given an opportunity to develop friendships and learn about the community. For example, take the story of George...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Art Association has several upcoming events at their new facility located at 300 N. Brandon Road, in the Old Town Fallbrook complex. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays – Saturdays. General meetings are held at the Fallbrook Woman's Club, 238 W. Mission Road on the third Saturday of each month, always free and open to the public, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Each general meeting includes refreshments, announcements, a chance to meet local artists, and...
José A. Álvarez County of San Diego Communications Office County of San Diego officials and community partners announced Feb. 28 the early results and the launch of a broad, public awareness campaign for a program providing a specialized response to people experiencing a mental health, drug or alcohol-related crisis. Since the Mobile Crisis Response Teams began services in January 2021, the non-law enforcement program has responded to 672 referrals and successfully linked o...
