Social Butterfly

February 17, 2005

Evelyn Madison
The Social Butterfly

Escondido Republican Women to Hold Fashion Show

Members of the Escondido Republican Women, Federated, meet with Pam Browning of "Weekenders Fashions" and Josie West of "Mary Kay Cosmetics" to finalize plans for the upcoming Luncheon & Fashion Show to be held on Saturday, March 12.  The event will start at 12N, at Cocina del Charro Mexican Restaurant, 525 N. Quince St., Escondido. 

The featured speaker is Bonita Chamberlain who will share her experiences with the Afghanistan women of today.  In addition to fashions and cosmetics, handcrafted jewelry from Afghanistan will be available for purchase.  Tickets are $15.00 each and seating is limited.  Call Nicky Fromlath at 745-2823 or Donna Mills at 739-7286 for reservations.

Standing (l-r) Josie West (Mary Kay Cosmetics), Nicky Fromlath (ERWF Fashion Show Co- Chair), Pam Chapman and Pam Browning (Weekenders Fashions).  Seated: Jeanne Bunch (ERWF President) and Donna Mills (ERWF Fashion Show Co-Chair)

Immigration Issues To Be Discussed at HVRC Meeting

The Hidden Valley Republican Club will meet on Monday, February 21, at 12:00Noon at the Fireside Restaurant, 439 West Washington, Escondido.  Cost for lunch is $9.00.

This month's speaker is Dr. Madeleine Cosman, Esq.  She will be discussing immigration issues that are affecting our region.

Coeur de Cuisine Gala Planned

Sunday, February 27, is the date for the Second Annual Coeur de Cuisine gala, to be held at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido.  The event, sponsored by The Rotary Club of Escondido, will run from 5-9pm.  It will feature an evening "gourmet gala" featuring cuisine and wine pairings from leading restaurants and wineries throughout North San Diego/San Diego region.  There will be over 50 renown chefs and vintners preparing and presenting their signature dishes and wines.  There also will be a reception, music, silent auction and a special tribute to the Baker Family. 

Tickets are $125/each.  Reservations can be made by mailing your check to Escondido Rotary/Coeur de Cuisine, P.O. Box 1822, Escondido, 92033, or Faxing, with credit card payment, to 741-5229.  Check the website for more info, www.coeurdecuisine.com.

Gourd Patch Announces Gallery Show

The Fallbrook Gourd Patch announces their 4th annual "Gourd Pizzazz 2005" Gallery Show at the Artisan's Gallery, 121 W. Grand Ave., Escondido, to be held from March 1 through March 26.  This is an all gourd show put on by a group of gourd artists.  Registration information regarding the show may be obtained by calling 760/743-3710. 

CCC Band

To Present Concert

The Coastal Communities Concert Band will present its 22nd Anniversary Concert on Sunday, February 27, at 2:30pm.  The program will feature guest trumpet soloist Ron Romm, founding member of the Canadian Brass.  Ron has appeared on the stages of nearly all major concert venues and international music festivals, with the world's leading artists and orchestras. 

The concert will be at the Carlsbad Community Church, corner of Jefferson & Pine, in Carlsbad.  General Admission is $12; Seniors/Students $10; Family Plan $30.  For advance tickets/information, call Kris Sims, 760/436-6137 (Encinitas); Bill Brackman, 760/489-2383 (Escondido); or Buck Abell, 858/793-8258 (Del Mar).

All musicians are invited to a free clinic with Ron Romm on Saturday, February 26, from 1-2:30pm.  Call Bill Brackman for information.

Music Series Concert

to be Held

Music Series Concert - Festival Strings - the classical String Quartet from San Diego will perform at the First United Methodist Church of Escondido, 341 So. Kalmia St., on Sunday, February 27, starting at 3pm, in the church sanctuary. 

The public is invited.  There will be a free-will offering.  A reception will follow.  For information, call the church at 745-5100 or email at church@fumcesc.com.

 Discovery Bank to Host "Sundowner"

Discovery Bank will be hosting the San Marcos Chamber of Commerce "Sundowner" on Thursday, February 24, from 5:30-7:30pm.  They are located at 338 Via Vera Cruz, behind Restaurant Row.  There will be door prizes, no host bar, and "anything but ordinary catering" of food from Fish House Vera Cruz, Leann's Cafe, The Blvd. Bar & Grill, Tony Roma's San Marcos Brewery & Grill, and Friar's Folly Bistro & Wine Bar.  Cost is $5/Members or $10/Guests.  For information, call the Chamber at 744-1270.

Students from three area schools were awarded certificates and medals as DAR Good Citizenship winners at the Rancho Buena Vista DAR Chapter meeting recently. Awards are given to boys and girls who by their personal acts and attitudes have proven themselves the most outstanding in their class. Qualifications for the awards are based on Honor, Service, Courage, Leadership and Patriotism. Shown (l-r) from Magnolia Elementary is Verona Levine with students Andres Ibarra & Juan Mercado. Washington Middle School is represented by Akiko Morimoto with students Daniel Xochihua and Daisy Mena-Mendez. Faith Lutheran School student winners Kaitlin Faulstick and Tyler Bailey pictured with Tina Wygant. For information about the Daughters of the American Revolution, call Regent Nancy Wade, 598-6217