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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In the "Friendly Village" of Fallbrook, a series of events unfolded, leading to the birth of a beacon of hope for many women in dire circumstances. It all began in November when Bonnie Vice reached out to the community in search of a dresser for a newcomer to their men's homeless ministry, the Jesus House. What came next was nothing short of a miracle, a testament to how a simple act of kindness can evolve into a monumental project aimed at serving the most vulnerable. Barry W...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Fire Safe Council sponsored a "chipping day" Saturday, March 16, in the open area at the corner of Alturas Road and West Aviation Road from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event supports the Council's community outreach program of creating a venue for local residents to bring their cut vegetation to a central site for disposal and ultimately supporting the effort to help make Fallbrook fire safe. Throughout the event, more than 24 residents from the F...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Newcomers recently held an enjoyable Girls Just Want to Have Fun event led by member Eileen Weeks. The popular Girls Just Want to Have Fun events are a great way to make new friends while engaging in a variety of fun and creative activities which include get togethers at members' homes as well as attending local attractions and special events. The Beyond Van Gogh Exhibit tour took place Feb. 22 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The Newcomers thoroughly e...
SAN DIEGO – North County Philanthropy Council, the regional association that convenes nonprofit professionals, board members, volunteers and corporate philanthropists in San Diego County, announces the addition of the San Diego Gives project to its administrative purview. The yearly San Diego Gives initiative includes an online Day of Giving followed by a Day of Service throughout the region. This year’s events will take place Thursday, Sept. 5, and Friday, Sept. 6. Launched in 2021 by a small, dedicated group of vol...
FALLBROOK – Silvergate Fallbrook hosted a festive St. Patrick's Day celebration on March 15 to welcome local seniors into the retirement community for an exciting afternoon of fun festivities focused on Irish traditions and Gaelic lore. The event, which showcased live music and entertainment, also featured sumptuous traditional Irish foods and an abundance of fun activities that gave attendees an opportunity to immerse themselves with new friends in the cheerful spirit of t...
My wife and I, both in our eighties, had been living very active lives in Santa Barbara, California for 50 years. We began having health issues about seven years ago. I had neuropathy and she contracted Parkinson's Disease, which progressed rapidly. After being her primary caregiver for a few years, we came to the realization that I was unable to provide the increasing amount of care that she required. We decided to weigh our options to find a solution that would work for both...
SAN DIEGO –The GI Film Festival San Diego, the largest military film festival in the U.S., has selected the 21 films that will screen at the Museum of Photographic Arts at the San Diego Museum of Art (MOPA @ SDMA) in Balboa Park from May 6-11. After reviewing about 100 submissions, festival organizers, with the assistance of a community advisory committee, selected this year’s film lineup which includes full-length documentaries, student films, comedies, and more that are for, by, and about the military. A complete list of...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook A Leer is celebrating its 20th annual day of literacy and service on Saturday, March 23 at Maie Ellis Elementary School,400 West Elder St. Check in begins at 9:15 a.m. and activities go until 2 p.m. This event is in honor of Cesar Chavez's life work and legacy to improve the lives of immigrant workers and families. A Leer announced the following local student poetry contest winners: Third Grade: Embry Burton – Mary Fay Pendleton Elementary Fourth Grade: S...
FALLBROOK – In the heart of Fallbrook Union Elementary School District, the spirit of community thrives through the invaluable contributions of volunteers. The commitment of individuals who selflessly dedicate their time to support students and educators has become a cornerstone of our educational ecosystem, fostering an environment where every child can flourish. Volunteers play a pivotal role in the success of students, providing additional resources, mentorship, and a n...
BONSALL – In a collaboration unfolding with 100 volunteers from North Coast Church, The Agrarian Institute and Bonsall Berry Farm worked together for a day of service and community building, Saturday, Feb. 24. The event marked a step forward in the shared mission of fostering sustainability, education and compassion within the North County community. The Agrarian Institute and Bonsall Berry Farm are two organizations with one shared hillside farm vision – to love their nei...
Shauni Lyles County of San Diego Communications Office The county is moving forward with a plan to allow wine operations in the unincorporated area opportunities to expand. There are currently four types of wineries allowed in agricultural zones governed by the county’s Tiered Winery Ordinance. The streamlined plan considers the wine industry market, zoning and geographic characteristics to find the right lands for wineries. The board chose from three options on how to move forward. The chosen option offers the fastest way t...
San Diego Gas & Electric is building a 30MW expansion onto the existing 40MW battery energy storage system (BESS) facility in the 1300 block of East Mission Road. This expansion makes this BESS facility SDG&E's second largest in the county. The largest, Westside Canal, is in Imperial Valley surrounded by desert with no residential or agriculture around it. The project does not have the support of the Fallbrook Community Planning Group. Because the discretion to approve or...
FALLBROOK – Potter Junior High School held College and Career Day, Wednesday, Jan. 30, bringing together a diverse array of professionals including business owners, local law enforcement representatives, U.S. Armed Services personnel and esteemed community leaders to enlighten and inspire students about the myriad opportunities available for advanced learning and careers. Throughout the day, students engaged in interactive sessions, workshops and discussions, gaining i...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Newcomers, the community organization dedicated to welcoming and promoting friendship among Fallbrook residents, recently held a fun and invigorating Walkabout event led by Newcomer member Marcia Stuart. The popular monthly Walkabout activity is a great way to get some exercise and make new friends while exploring beautiful scenery at various local hiking trails and nature preserves. The Walkabout took place Feb. 13 at Lake Calavera Preserve bordering O...
When speaking with out-of-town real estate clients there are often questions about what is there to do in Fallbrook, how can they get involved? Fallbrook has over 150 nonprofit organizations, but if none of those represent their interests then a suggestion is that they might create their own movement and the below article suggests ways to make that happen. Enjoy and thank you Janet. Empower change by taking action in your community for the causes you believe in By Janet... Full story
Sheriff's ASTREA helicopter was heard today, February 13th, announcing the search for a possible 19 year old Hispanic, female suspect last seen running from the 500 block of Alturas Road in Fallbrook wearing a black hoodie with pink writing and displaying a weapon in a threatening manner. If anyone has anyone information they are asked to call 911 immediately...
Even though the Fallbrook Public Utility District has detached from the San Diego County Water Authority and the Rainbow Municipal Water District is in the process of detaching from the SDCWA, CWA infrastructure remains in the FPUD and Rainbow service area and the CWA will have capital improvements projects which will impact local residents and businesses. The Tuesday, Jan. 23, CWA board meeting included approval of a professional services contract with Katz & Associates Inc. for as-needed outreach support services. Katz &...
FALLBROOK – As the next Fallbrook Greater Area Sourcebook will not be published until July, the deadline for the photo contest has been extended to April 15. Local residents can capture the beauty of Fallbrook and surrounding areas – from landscapes to popular events and submit the photos to [email protected]. Winning photos will be featured in the 2024 Sourcebook with first prize receiving $100, second prize, $50 and featured photos getting a gift certificate to a l... Full story
Fallbrook singer-songwriter B.K. "Nick" Nicholson was recently featured in Bluegrass Today magazine and Bluegrasstoday.com. Nicholson is not your typical musician. You may find him in front of the local grocery store sharing his musical ability, in church doing worship, or with band members providing entertainment at a festival or event. He is a multi-instrumentalist who not only performs in two Southern California bands, High Mountain Road and his own band, Desperado...
FALLBROOK – Encore Social Club started the new year with their monthly coffee meeting, and hosted guest speaker Frank Brock from the Fallbrook Substation Senior Volunteer Patrol (SVP). SVP is designed to draw upon the experience of citizens aged 50 and over in the community, providing a valuable resource to the Sheriff's Department. SVP's perform a multitude of functions for the department including crime prevention, citizen assistance, vacation home checks, and phone calls a...
I recently joined several legislators to tour the site of the Camp Fire, the deadliest wildfire disaster in 100 years, which struck much of Butte County in 2018. The fire resulted in 85 deaths, covered almost 240 square miles, and almost totally destroyed the towns of Paradise, Concow and other communities. Sadly, this tragic death toll was surpassed in 2023 by fires that engulfed Maui, with almost 100 dead and many still missing. Our region is no stranger to wildfires. Most... Full story
Happy New Year – let's hope for ideal rose growing weather for 2024. We finally got a December with the needed winter chill to help roses have a dormancy period. This month I'm going to help you get ready for the major late-winter pruning you should do in late January to late February. (I'll provide details on pruning in my February column.) To get you started before that, plan to attend a pruning demonstration. Check the newspaper and nursery websites for one in your area. Th...
SAN DIEGO – Feeding San Diego, the county’s leading hunger relief and food rescue organization, will be working with a new type of food donor this new year: large-scale businesses that serve up massive quantities of purchased and prepared foods. As outlined by Senate Bill 1383, California’s Short-Lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Law, which first went into effect for Tier 1 businesses Jan. 1, 2022, as of Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, the following businesses must donate edible surplus food to food recovery organizations like Feeding...
VISTA – Soroptimist International of Vista and North County Inland invites the public to their 18th annual Human Trafficking Awareness Walk and Event Saturday, Jan. 27, from 10 a.m. to noon at United Methodist Church of Vista, 490 S. Melrose Drive, in Vista. This year’s guest speaker will be San Diego District 5 Supervisor Jim Desmond, who has been a vocal advocate of local efforts to fight human trafficking. There will be information tables from several organizations including Alabaster Jar, Women’s Resource Center and O... Full story
Village News staff Wild Wonders, the renowned animal sanctuary located in Bonsall, announced the tragic loss of Hasani, a six-year-old cheetah who served as an exceptional animal ambassador and helped raise awareness and funds for the conservation of cheetahs. Hasani's journey through a recent health crisis had captured the hearts of many, and now, in the wake of his passing, the sanctuary is facing mounting medical expenses. An official statement from Wild Wonders said, "As...
