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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Gamini Ratnavira with Lisa A. Ratnavira At the age of 19, I became a self-taught wildlife artist in my native country of Sri Lanka. I was inspired by the beautiful rainforest country I grew up in and wanted to share the beauty and wonder of nature with those around me. I was fortunate to have raised a baby elephant named Maya, enjoyed my father Sardha's pet leopard and macaw, and a litany of wildlife around our home. At one of my first art shows in 1979, President JR Jayewarde... Full story
FALLBROOK – The only in-person Fallbrook Encore Club event this past season became a festive celebration of lockdown liberation. There were lots of big smiles, hugs and laughter. It had been a very long time since everyone had an opportunity to be together. Since Encore Club is a social club, it was a tough year. Previous activities largely had to be held on Zoom, but members are not easily daunted! Encore welcomed, as their guests, nine new members "flying up" from F...
Disney's "Beauty and the Beast, the Musical" opens at Moonlight Amphitheatre July 21 and runs until Aug. 7. The gates open at 6:30 p.m. for picnics, performances being at 8:00 in this outdoor venue under the stars. This much-loved Disney musical is much anticipated with tickets going fast. Bring a blanket in case the weather takes a turn and a seat cushion helps too. Tickets are $17 – $59. Reserve seats early. This could easily be a sell-out show. Up next: You won't want to mi...
Christ the King's King Players will be presenting "Bye-Bye Birdie" featuring cast members ages 8-18 beginning July 23 at 7:30 p.m. This production of "Bye-Bye Birdie" is directed by Mary Fry along with Assistant Director Robyn Dahlson, and there are 29 cast members in total. After noticing a need for performing arts in Fallbrook during the COVID-19 pandemic, Fry was inspired to bring young members of the community together through the production of "Bye-Bye Birdie." "Bye-Bye...
FALLBROOK – On Thursday June 17, Fallbrook Vintage Car Club members staged 15 vintage cars at the Fallbrook Silvergate Retirement Residence to display in a car show associated with a Silvergate Father's Day BBQ event. Silvergate provided a free BBQ meal of steak, chicken, corn on cob, beans, and ice cream which the FVCC members thoroughly enjoyed. Entertainment during the meal was provided by "Frankie and the Invisibles" playing many classic rock and roll tunes from the 5...
SAN DIEGO – Get ready to have a blast this summer with nonprofit Meals on Wheels San Diego County at its “Reels on Wheels” Drive-In Grease Sing-Along Gala on Saturday, Aug. 14 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina. Attendees will have the opportunity to sing and jive to the most successful movie musical of all time, “Grease.” Sing-along lyrics will be shown on the movie screen and all attendees are encouraged to dress the part. “We planned a drive-in so that we could all gather safely but we are hopeful...
Local artist Jacquie Hughes recently published her first children's book, "Lizzy & Snart: The Adventures of the Magical Potion." Available now, this local artist worked for over three years to write, illustrate, and self-publish her first book. Hughes worked with watercolors to illustrate the 35-page book. Her book is about gratitude and friendship, something which she said is necessary during this time period. She wants readers to "recognize that a lot of times we hope and...
When Shay & Co sing, there is more than musical vibrations being transmitted through their original lyrics and musical talent. There is authenticity, joy, and encouragement that they hope their audience can feel when they hear their songs, they said. The lively duo is composed of two sisters who grew up in Fallbrook. At a very young age, Shayli Benner and Colby Duty started singing covers inspired by artists like Johnny Cash, Michael Jackson, and Queen. Drawing inspiration...
PALA – Pala Casino Spa Resort will celebrate the Fourth of July with a weekend full of live entertainment. Throughout the weekend, concerts will include Pink Floyd tribute by Which One’s Pink, The Boogie Knights, Little River Band, and The Righteous Brothers with Bill Medley. “From the nation’s Independence Day to California’s reopening, there is plenty to celebrate this July 4th at Pala Casino,” said Coley McAvoy, spokesperson for Pala Casino Spa Resort. “There is no better place to be than at Southern California’s...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Women's Connection had an overwhelming response from Fallbrook and the surrounding communities at their first brunch, June 18 at the Grand Tradition, since COVID shut everything down February 2020. There were 161 people in attendance and a record setting 60 first-time guests. Leslie Sommers of Caravan put on a lovely fashion show with exotic clothing from around the world. Anna and Chris Sherlock (mother and son) provided beautiful guitar and vocal p...
The topic is current and spellbinding. Presented by San Diego Repertory and streaming through July 25, "The Catastrophist," is about the world's most prominent virologist, Dr. Nathan Wolffe. Playwright Laura Gunderson has first-hand knowledge about the most prominent microbial researcher, she is his wife and mother of their two sons. Gunderson is lauded as the most produced living playwright since 2016, and is the playwright in residence at Marin Theatre Company in Mill Valley...
Although the Carlsbad Flower Fields aren't in bloom, local theatre is certainly regaining its feet. From New Village Arts, "Beehive – The 60s Musical" is what's currently playing in the fields, and the performers are blossoming! The gorgeous flower fields provided a wonderful backdrop for a great performance, and for those who've been missing live theatre, "Beehive" is an incredible opportunity to support local performers. Taking the audience through the '60's – from the start...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Art Center welcomes the public to the 10th annual Artist Guild Show, now open in the Janice Griffiths Gallery through July 11. This juried exhibition and sale features over 110 works in a broad variety of mediums and disciplines including painting, printmaking, fine art jewelry, sculpture, textile arts, photography, mixed media, and more. Open daily through July 11, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sundays, noon-3 p.m., admission is $6, f...
FALLBROOK – Several Fallbrook performers will be taking the stage Friday night, July 9, for a live concert featuring headline act, Kelly Bowlin & The Beale Street Players, and opening act Anthony Cullins, aka "The Fallbrook Kid," at the Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, Suite C, San Juan Capistrano. Kelly Bowlin & The Beale Street Players is an alt-country band which has won several regional music awards including Best Alt-Country for The Southern California Music A...
Expectations are always high when attending a performance at Vista's renowned outdoor venue the Moonlight Amphitheatre. Under the stars on a pleasant opening night, the maskless crowd enthusiastically welcomed the first production of its 40th season, "Once on this Island, The Musical." First produced in 1990, originally a 90-minute-one-act play, "Once on this Island, The Musical" opened off-Broadway and ran for 60 performances. Over the years other performances followed...
The first sounds of harmony rang out Saturday, June 5, as the Fallbrook Chorale ushered in much anticipated live music. Ann Frederick, chorale vice president, welcomed over 100 guests to the outdoor gardens of the First United Methodist Church. "It has been a really hard 18 months for those of us who love to sing in this choir," lamented Frederick. "We are so happy to be back. Today we represent about 50% of our membership and we hope to have everyone back in the fall as we...
The FAA Gallery, a professional members gallery, will present an "Evening with Kyle Denning," the San Diego area's premiere opening reception June 26 will feature the artist's traveling exhibit series "Faces on the Streets of San Diego." Denning is a former Fallbrook resident and Fallbrook Art Association member. Denning's collection travels directly from The Arrowhead Gallery, St. George's, Utah where this remarkable series first premiered to amazed and enthusiastic...
FALLBROOK – Skipping down the yellow brick road, the ScareCREW is busily preparing for Fallbrook Scarecrow Days Oct. 1-31. In anticipation of the 10 year anniversary of displaying scarecrows, “The Wizard of Oz” along with “Ring Around The Rosie” are new themes created in celebration. The ever present Tin Woodman on the Ace Hardware roof will have Scarecrow, Dorothy, Toto, good witch Glinda, Wicked Witch of the North, the Cowardly Lion and others accompany him on the yellow brick road to a location to be determined for “The...
North Coast Repertory launched its production of “Becoming Dr. Ruth” June 9. This touching and humorous play is a retelling of how she became known in America. Contact northcoastrep.org for a viewing link. Opening June 12 at the Carlsbad Flower Fields is “Beehive, a 60’s Musical” featuring an all-female cast of some of our best local singers. Show dates and times vary; visit newvillagearts.org or call the box office at 760-433-3245. Dress appropriately and bring a cushion for...
BK Nicholson from the band Desperado, left, plays the mandolin along with violin teacher Rachelle Otaku in front of Albertson's to the delight of shoppers, June 5....
As COVID-19 restrictions begin to relax, more and more in-person events are returning throughout the Temecula Valley and at Vail Headquarters, 32115 Temecula Parkway, summer is beginning to heat up with a plethora of events designed to be fun for the entire family. Rebecca Farnbach, past president of the Temecula Valley Historical Society said she is looking forward to the return of in-person programming at Vail Headquarters. "What a satisfying feeling to reopen Vail HQ...
La Jolla Playhouse recently announced a free viewing on their website. "Pick Me Last" is an outreach to #StopAsianHatingCampaign. Visit https://www.pop-tour-lajollaplayhouse.com/ for details. As of press time, no end date has been set. North Coast Repertory announces the upcoming streaming of "Becoming Dr. Ruth," premiering June 9 and streaming through July 14. Tovah Feldshuh, the six-time Tony nominee, "deftly inhabits the warm, wise, and witty persona of the beloved media fi...
The Fallbrook High School film department held their inaugural Rodarte Film Festival on May 24, honoring the many films the students were able to create during the 2020-2021 school year. The Rodarte Film Festival was named after film student Adam Rodarte because of his dedication in reinstating the program and because of his passion for film. When he was in his sophomore year of high school, Rodarte wanted to be able to continue pursuing his passion for film at school, but...
FALLBROOK – This month, Encore members are winding down the current season with fond memories of past trips they have made, while also making plans for the summer fun fast approaching. Everyone is anxious to get out and enjoy many friendships and close family ties after a long shut-in time and to really appreciate and celebrate what they have been missing. Encore is a social club with most of the "social" having been on Zoom this past year. The last monthly Zoom meeting i...
FALLBROOK – Village News is celebrating the 20th year publishing the Greater Fallbrook Area Sourcebook with another beautiful cover, this time featuring Robert Sommers' owl photo. Eighteen thousand magazines have been delivered to almost every single family home in Fallbrook, Bonsall, DeLuz and Rainbow, the hotels, motels, nail salons, medical offices, and all the advertisers. Publisher Julie Reeder said, "Every year our goal is to create a beautiful glossy magazine that is a...
