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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BOSTON – Emerson College student Ozzy Molloy of Bonsall participated in the stage production of "The Loyals" and "Cabaret." Molloy is majoring in stage and production management and is a member of the class of 2026. "The Loyals," a comedy about treason, in conjunction with NewFest: New Play Workshop, was featured March 30 to April 2 in the Semel Theatre in Boston. Written by Allison Gregory and directed by Courtney Sale, the play is about a divided young country in the m...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Propane Gas Company, sponsor of the "Hello Autumn!" art competition is calling for entries. Artists in the community are invited to create a "Fall" themed work of art. There are three categories. In the two-dimensional and three-dimensional categories, cash prizes are first place – $300, second place – $200, and third place – $100. The photography category cash prizes are first place – $150, second place – $125 and third place – $100. In addition, the...
PEORIA, Illinois – Wilian Grijalva, from Bonsall, graduated with a post Master’s certificate, while majoring in Family Nurse Practitioner, from Bradley University in May. Grijalva was among more than 900 students who earned degrees. Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering students opportunities, choices and resources to build their futures. Submitted by Bradley University.... Full story
Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal Special to The Village News The mischievous "Beetlejuice" is popping into Broadway San Diego, Aug. 15-20, at the San Diego Civic Theatre downtown at 3651 Fourth St., in San Diego. Don't forget to get prepaid parking at the Wells Fargo Bank building when buying show tickets at http://www.broadwaysd.com. The California Center for the Arts will present "Center Cabaret: The Music of Queen" for two nights Saturday, Aug. 19, and Sunday, Aug. 20. Later in...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Kool and the Gang received a reputation as a premier pop band when their songs “Ladies Night,” “Too Hot,” “Celebration,” “Get Down On It” and “Joanna” all reached the Top 10 on the American pop charts. The band’s concert Friday, July 28, at Pala Casino’s Palomar Starlight Theater was a reminder that Kool and the Gang had a history of jazz and rhythm and blues before the group’s pop hits. “We’re doing everything tonight,” lead vocalist Sha Sha Jones said. “We’re going to take our time and get a...
Steven Schindler Special to the Village News As a 9 year old, and then as a teenager, I watched with eager anticipation as new rock and roll bands started making appearances on shows that my parents watched, especially The Ed Sullivan Show. Suddenly the world exploded when The Beatles appeared in 1964, soon followed by the British Invasion, and then American bands including the Beach Boys, The Turtles, The Doors, The Byrds and The Mamas & The Papas. But as I sat in front of...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Pala Rez Radio had a booth at the San Diego County Fair from 2012 to 2019. After a three-year absence, the radio station returned to the county fair this year. "I thought it went really well," said Pala Rez Radio assistant station manager Eric Ortega. Pala Rez Radio was at the county fair June 16, 22 and 28. "A lot of things are the same. A lot of things are different," Ortega said of the 2023 fair compared to four years ago. Many of the change...
Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal Special to The Village News Each night, once the theater is cleared, it is universally accepted that an empty theater is inhabited by the ghosts of players past. They are guided out of their hiding places once the building is cleared. Only a single bulb, a ghost light, is left burning center stage to tempt the spirits out to play. "Pippin" (Brenden Dallaire) did not know that detail. He was not prepared "for things that go bump in the night."... Full story
FALLBROOK - Fallbrook Newcomers, the community organization dedicated to welcoming and promoting friendship among Fallbrook residents, recently held a fun and informative Walkabout event led by docent and Newcomers member Eileen Weeks. The popular monthly Walkabout activity is a great way to get some exercise, commune with nature and make new friends while exploring beautiful scenery in Fallbrook and other nearby hiking trails and nature preserves. The Walkabout took place...
FALLBROOK – "The Music Man" is set to come alive on the stage of the Bob Burton Center for the Performing Arts, thanks to the passionate efforts of the Christian Theater Arts Project (CTAP). Bringing together families, professionals, and teachers, CTAP is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to promoting good character and life skills in children through training and participation in the performing arts. This production of "The Music Man" is unique as it involves t...
ENCINITAS – Encinitas-based Ovation Theatre presents North County San Diego’s first ever community production of “The Phantom of the Opera.” Featuring a talented cast of performers from across San Diego, stunning sets and costumes, and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s haunting score, Ovation Theatre’s six-show run of the beloved, award-winning musical opens Aug. 4 in San Marcos. Based on the 1910 horror novel by Gaston Leroux, Broadway's “The Phantom of the Opera” is a thrilling and romantic account of the legendary Phantom, a musi...
Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal Special to The Village News The sip heard around the world occurred in 1976 at a blind wine tasting by an all-French panel of judges. Known as the Judgement of Paris, the results from that tasting being that "S'Napa-Noma Valley" wines were introduced across the planet. On that day, California wines bested France's grand crus across the board. Naturally, the outcome rocked wine snobs off their seats. In 2008, a movie was made about the struggle of... Full story
Fallbrook's Encore Club recently held a Happy Hour at Myrtle Creek Vineyards, a family run boutique winery who make quality, hand crafted wine and are located in Fallbrook. The winery provided the perfect backdrop for a beautiful afternoon of appetizers and wine tasting, in addition to great conversation, laughter and friendship. Encore is a community social club open to all residents of Fallbrook, Bonsall, Rainbow and De Luz. The mission of the club is to provide a...
Fallbrook Art Center is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated annual event, "The Find Magnified Show," which will showcase an exquisite collection of one-of-a-kind, affordable artful gifts created by over 40 talented local artists. The event will feature a diverse range of mediums, including woodworking, glass, textile arts, ceramics, jewelry, gourd art, cards and more. "The Find Magnified Show" is a celebration of the vibrant artistic community in Fallbrook and the...
PALA — Pala Casino Spa Resort is excited to present acclaimed singer-songwriter, Smokey Robinson, Saturday, Aug. 19, performing live outdoors at the Starlight Theater. The show will start at 8 p.m. Smokey Robinson's career spans over four decades of hits. He has received numerous awards, including the Grammy Living Legend Award, NARAS Lifetime Achievement Award, Honorary Doctorate (Howard University), Kennedy Center Honors and the National Medal of Arts Award from the President of the United States. He has also been i...
FALLBROOK – Jack, Marilee and Natasha Ragland all won ribbons for their animal depictions in the San Diego County Fair Wildlife Art Competition June 29. Jack made a charcoal drawing of two mustangs fighting; Marilee drew two bunnies munching and Natasha painted a raccoon. Two paintings from Natasha were juried into the Fine Art Exhibition this year. “Donna’s View Over Gird Road” was her interpretation of a beautiful local spot which she visits weekly at the home of her advanced piano student/duet partner Donna Wheeler...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Clay Walker was the billed act for the July 6 concert at Pala Casino's Palomar Starlight Theater. Functionally he was the lead singer for a concert that featured all eight members of his band. The 2023 concert was a return to Pala for Walker, who performed at the Palomar Starlight Theater in July 2022. "That was one of the funnest shows we had all year long," Walker said. The use of "we" rather than "I" foreshadowed Walker's involvement in this...
FALLBROOK – The Freaney and Friends free July concert will be held Tuesday, July 25 at 1 p.m. in the Community Room at Fallbrook Library and will feature pianist Dr. Dan Yu. Yu will perform: Chopin's Nocturne Op. 9, No. 1 Larghetto and Fantasie - Impromptu in C-sharp minor, Op. 66 Allegro agitato - Moderato cantabile; Schubert's Drei Klavierstücke D946: 1. Allegro assai, 2. Allegretto and 3. Allegro; Liszt's Rigoletto Concert Paraphrase and Beethoven's 32 Variations in c mi...
FALLBROOK – Karen Langer Baker's mixed media piece, "Contemplation," was awarded first place at Fallbrook Art Association's latest show. It was shown at The Gallery at 300 N. Brandon through July 15. Torn papers surround a seated figure which she had drawn in the past from a live model and then collaged during a demonstration she gave recently for the Menifee Art Group. Other works of hers were highlighted in a special mixed media/collage show at the Fallbrook Library at 1...
PALA – Pala Casino Spa Resort will present Texan rock band, Los Lonely Boys, Saturday, Aug. 12, performing live outdoors at the Starlight Theater. The show will start at 7 p.m. Family has always been at the center of things for Los Lonely Boys. Henry, Jojo and Ringo Garza have been playing and touring together since they were teenagers. Three years ago, they decided to take a break to focus on their own growing families. But summer 2022 saw them back at it again, returning to life on the road alongside The Who. The Boys h...
Tim O’Leary Special to the Village News We storytellers are a nosy sort. We love to poke our noses, and our notebooks, where they do or don’t belong. Come along now, dear readers, as I share my most recent discovery. One cannot spin a story until they have seen, heard or lived one. This discovery cost me $300, but I made a new friend, I learned a lot and I snared three new treasures for my eclectic art collection. This may shock some longtime Smallbrook residents who think they have seen every corner of our little piece of...
FALLBROOK – On Sunday, Aug. 27, the highly acclaimed TAKE3 will take to the stage to open Fallbrook Music Society's 46th concert season. From this genre-defying trio where pop, rock and classical fusion collide to the Season Finale with the much-anticipated return of Fallbrook's favorite, Redlands Symphony, the 2023-2024 program promises to be one of the best, most diverse seasons in Fallbrook Music Society's history. "As an organization, we're constantly searching to find a...
FALLBROOK – The "My Hero, Our Heroes" Art Competition invites artists to create their special "hero" themed work of art. Fallbrook Propane Gas Company continues its sponsorship. The competition asks artists "Who's your hero?" A "hero" is defined differently by most everyone. A hero could be someone in the military, a family member, a pet, a friend, a role model – even a "superhero" or a heroic act. Someone or something significant in the artists' life. There will be two cat...
Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal Special to The Village news Hold on. Here she comes. "Tina" is coming to town July 27! "Tina Turner the Musical" is guaranteed to knock your wig off. Tickets are on sale now at Broadway San Diego, 3651 4th or https://www.broadwaysd.com/. Parking is close by under Wells Fargo Bank. Ask the box office 619-564-3000. The Cygnet Theatre in Old Town will open "Evita" on Aug. 9. Book early. For details go to https://www.cygnettheare.com or call...
FALLBROOK – King's Players will present "Seussical the Musical Jr." July 21-29 at Christ the King Lutheran Church. A cast of 28 children, ages 7-18, have been rehearsing since early May. The show is being produced and directed by Mary Fry. This will be the last show for Fry, who has been directing youth theater for over 20 years in Fallbrook, as she will be moving out of Fallbrook in early August. Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss chara...
