Social Butterfly

February 21st, 2008

Evelyn Madison- The Social Butterfly

Trip Planned for Dr. Phil Show

Have you been anxious to see the Dr. Phil show in person? Well, do I have good news for you! A bus trip has been scheduled to the Dr. Phil show on Thursday, March 6, leaving Escondido at 7am and returning around 4pm. The bus trip is sponsored by the Gamma Rho Master Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, and there are a few seats left; first come, first served. Cost is only $20/person, and that includes snacks on the bus. You can bring your own lunch or eat at the snack bar at the studio when we arrive. Reservations are required. When you call you will be given the location to meet the bus, plus a number of instructions, per the Dr. Phil show. Call Evelyn at 760.746.1649.

Assistance League Saluted "Hats Off To Hollywood"

At their recent annual fundraiser luncheon, the Assistance League of Inland North County saluted the "Hats Off To Hollywood" theme featuring a Vintage Wrapsody Production presented by the Goodwill Industries Volunteer Services from Los Angeles (GIVS).

In the glorious early days of cinema, the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel was the epitome of the excitement, the glamour and the elegance known as Hollywood. The performance began in the Blossom Room of the hotel in 1929 for the first Academy Awards. The program featured authentic antique fashions that came alive as volunteer members of GIVS modeled completely accessorized costumes. The clothes featured were from Goodwill's museum-quality collection of more than 500 garments.

Mistress of Ceremonies Carol LeBeau, Channel 10 News Anchor and "Staying Healthy" reporter, entertained the audience of 230+ guests, and all enjoyed the fashion show and silent auction. Proceeds from this event will be used for the five philanthropic programs of the Assistance League - Operation School Bell; Hug-A-Bear; Ready...Set...Read!; Operation Duffel Bags; and Baby Real Deal. In the year 2006/2007, 204 Assistance League members gave 22,486 hours of service to inland North County communities, returned nearly $241,722 to help meet special needs of area residents, and through their programs, touched the lives of 4,850 children and adults.

The Assistance League also owns, manages and staffs the Bargain Box, a thrift and consignment shop at 2068 E. Valley Parkway, Escondido. In addition, Outreach and Assisteens Auxiliaries gave 1,061 hours of service to almost 745 children and adults in need. For more information about the Assistance League, or to become a member, call 760.746.7532.

See more photos on the Picture Page.

“Spring Marketplace" - Something for Everyone Fundraiser

On Saturday, March 1, from 11am to 3pm, the Preceptor Mu Alpha Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority is holding a "Spring Marketplace" fundraiser, and touted as "something for everyone." The location is the Carlsbad Senior Center, 799 Pine Avenue. The event will be a gathering of vendors of various companies, many of which are home party vendors - get your home party items without having to attend a party - and will include (but not limited to) Mary Kay, Tupperware, PartyLite Candles, Avon, Cookie Lee Jewelry, as well as vendors of purses, toys, home accessories, etc. There will be exhibits, crafts, art, refreshments, and drawings. If there are vendors interested in displaying, contact Heidi Versteeg at mythid@cox.net. Plan to do your shopping for gifts for all year at the Spring Marketplace on March 1.

5K Walk for Life in Carlsbad

Take part to save a heart! As part of February's American Heart Month, the Cardiovascular Disease Foun-dation will host it's 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk for Life and free community health fair to help local residents learn how to prevent, treat and diagnose cardiovascular disease and its risk factors. The event will be on Sunday, February 24, from 8am to 1pm, at Magee Park, 258 Beech Ave., Carlsbad. Register online at www.cvdf.org and bring a friend for free. The entry fee for adults is $25; children 12 and under walk free as well as military, fire and police department personnel and their families. Registration starts at 8am and the walk at 9am from Magee Park.

The Community Health Fair is scheduled from 8am to 1pm, and is free. There will be over 40 vendor booths with health related products and services, with free health screenings of cholesterol and blood sugar tests, blood pressure, and body fat evaluations will be given by the Cardiovascular Disease Foundation. There will be food, live music, prizes, face painting, clowns, magic tricks, and other entertainment.

For an entry form or additional information, call Malinda or Tamara at 888.249.9575, or email Engerer@cvdf.org, or sign up online (see above).

Free Salvation Army Concert to Benefit Victims of Wildfires 2007

On Sunday, February 24, at 4pm, the Salvation Army will hold a free concert to generate donations for the wildfire rebuilding work. The Salvation Army Bridge Brass Band, Divisional Brass Band, Songsters, Timbrel and Dance Troupes will be featured. It will be held at the Gateway Community Church, 1451 Montiel Road, Escondido. The concert is free, but donations will be accepted and greatly appreciated. For more information, check the website at www.sandiego.salvationarmy.org.
The Bridge Brass Band is comprised of Salvation Army musicians and members of the community who love to play brass-band music. The bridge group is made up of doctors, a retired nurse, teachers, and even a woman who was in the first, and only, Marine Corps Women's Band in the 1940s. The concert will also feature the Salvation Army's regional singing group, and tambourine and dance troups.

Churchill's Pub to Hold Golf Tournament for Easter Seals

The 3rd Annual Churchill's Pub and Grille Easter Seals Charity Golf Tournament benefiting local residents with autism, developmental disabilities or other special needs will be Saturday, February 23, at Eagle Crest Golf Club. Cost is $140/person. Registration and check-in begins at 11:30am, with a Shot Gun start at 12:30pm. In addition, there will be contests for putting, chipping, and longest drives. Dinner, auction and raffle follow. For more information, contact Kim Stumpf at 760.737.3990, Ext. 21, or kim.stumpf@essc.org.

Annual Lenten Fish Fry Held Every Friday

The Knights of Columbus, Regina Coeli Council's Lenten fish fry will be held every Friday (except March 14) throughout the Lenten Season. Doors open at 5pm with service until 8pm. The menu includes Cod (fried or baked) - $7/person with children under 12, $4.50; Combo (fried or baked fish and shrimp) - $8/person; Shrimp only - $8/person; Clam Chowder - $2.50/person. All meals include french fries, hush puppies, cole slaw, beverage and dessert. The Knights of Columbus Hall is located just west of the corner of Centre City Parkway on West Valley Parkway, Escondido.

Habitat Restoration Planned in Vista

The San Diego Audubon Society requests your assistance in planting natives, weeding, watering, installing signs and building bird houses at the Anstine-Audubon Nature Preserve, 2437 Hutchison Street, Vista, on Saturday, February 23, from 9:30am to 12Noon. Bring water, sun protection and wear sturdy closed-toed shoes. Contact San Diego Audubon at 619.282.8687 or keps1@flite-tours.com for more information and to reserve a space.

Buena Vista Audubon Center Announces Upcoming Programs

On Monday, February 25, at 10am, all preschoolers 3-5 years old, with an adult, are welcomed to the Preschool Nature Storytime, a free program for an hour of songs, fingerplays, a story, and a craft. This month it's about baby whales and their moms. Location is 2202 So. Coast Hwy., Oceanside. For large groups, call Mary Ellen at 760.918.6622.

The Basic Birding class for birders of all skill levels. Spend the morning with leader Tom Troy at the Buena Vista Lagoon landing on Jefferson St., Carlsbad (take I-5 to Hwy. 78 East. Exit Jefferson, turn right, go to stoplight; turn right and park in Landing parking lot on right side of road). Tom will help you identify birds by sight and sound, and instruction in the use of binoculars and scopes. The class is presented free by the B.V. Audubon Society on the last Saturday of each month (February 23, this month). Contact information is Tom Troy, 760.967.6916.

The Audubon Society's February meeting will be on Wednesday, February 27, at 7pm social; 7:30pm the program on Woodpeckers of Southern California. Oregon naturalist and "woodpecker specialist" Steve Shunk will discuss the lives and times of our local woodpeckers and help identify the nine species in Southern California. You also can sign up for Steve's guided walk the following Saturday. The meeting will be at the Nature Center, 2202 So. Coast Hwy., Oceanside. For information, call 760.439.2473.

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