Social Butterfly

February 5th, 2009

Evelyn Madison- The Social Butterfly

Scheduled

Here we go again! The Gamma Rho Master Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority is again sponsoring a bus trip to Los Angeles. The trip is scheduled for Wednesday, February 25, and will go to the Dr. Phil show for two tapings, then to Farmer's Market for lunch, and on to "The Price Is Right" show before returning home that evening. The bus will leave Escondido between 5-5:30am, and return approximately 7:30-8pm. Donuts/sweet rolls and coffee will be furnished on the trip to LA; lunch will be on your own; and snacks with soda and water will be furnished on the trip home.

Cost is $25/person. If interested, please call Evelyn at 760.746.1649 for reservations, which will be made on a first-come, first-served basis until the bus is filled, then a stand-by list will be maintained. Additional studio details will be given when you call for reservations.

Tour Scheduled at a 1925-Era Villa In Valley Center

A 1925-era villa in Valley Center - for many years the most expensive residential property in San Diego County - will be open for public tours on Sunday, February 15, from 2 to 4pm, sponsored by the Valley Center Historical Society.

The mansion was built by British nobleman Lord Sommerville, and was surrounded by a 640-acre vineyard. Lord Sommerville called his VC estate Melrose Ranch, after Scotland's Melrose Abbey, and he proceeded to build guest houses, servants quarters, and formal gardens.

The country estate was described as the "showplace of Southern California" and the site was later selected for a Warner Bros. movie set in the French countryside. The villa gained notoriety as the secret rendezvous for the scandalous 1933 royal romance of Edward, Prince of Wales, who courted the American divorcee, Mrs. Wallis Simpson. He later became King Edward VIII, but abdicated to marry Mrs. Simpson.

Tickets, at $25/person, will benefit the VC History Museum's endowment fund, and are available at the museum, 29200 Cole Grade Road. For ticket information, call 760.749.2993. A wine and cheese reception is included at the villa. The estate, still known as Melrose Ranch, was acquired in 1997 by a local businessman who has restored much of the property and planted new vineyards.

Scholarship Applications Requested by Republican Women Federated

Charlotte Mousel Scholarships are awarded to graduating high school seniors who demonstrate their ability to think constructively on matters affecting our government. The local Republican Women Federated clubs participate, and the area is determined by your address. To apply and be considered for a scholarship, check with your scholarship counselor at your high school.

For Escondido residents, you are sponsored by the Escondido Republican Women Federated Club, and you need to check with your Escondido high school for details. Then submit a typewritten essay, not to exceed 1,000 words, with your thoughts on the topic "Why is the U.S. Constitution unique in human history, and why should each U.S. citizen value its contents?" The essay, your academic transcript, a senior photo, references, and other pertinent information should be sent to Ardie Burrows, 1118 Pinecrest Ave., Escondido, 92025. Deadline is February 23rd. For other information, call her at 745.3542.

The Escondido club awards scholarships in the amounts of $1,000 (first place) and $500 (second place). These are based on scholastic achievement, school activities, community involvement, political activities, general appearance of the application, and constructive thought demonstrated in an essay.

The winners then have the chance to compete on the County level for scholarships in the amounts of $1,000 (first) and $500 (second). Winners from there go on to the Southern Division where the scholarship awards are $1,200 (first) and $800 (second). You will be contacted immediately if you are a winner, and checks will be awarded in June.

Welk's to Host Chamber Mixer and Theatre Opportunity

Take advantage of this special offer, and make a "night of it" after the February 12 Business After 5 Mixer at the Lawrence Welk Resort, 8860 Lawrence Welk Drive. The Mixer is from 5 to 7pm, with refreshments, no-host bar and a raffle. Cost is $5/members and $10/guests. For more Mixer information, call the Escondido Chamber at 745.2125.

Then Chamber members and guests are invited to the opening night of "The Scarlet Pimpernel" at the Welk Theatre, for only $20/person, for this one night only, at 8pm. Reservations are required by calling 888.802.7469. Tell them you are a Chamber member.

Find Your Perfect Match this Valentine's Day . . . at the Humane Society

Love comes in all shapes and sizes, so why not consider finding your true love at the Escondido Humane Society this Valentine’s Day? To celebrate the special holiday, the Humane Society is having a adoption special on Saturday, February 14. On that day only, all animals older than six months who have any chocolate brown coloring will be available for 1/2 off the regular adoptions fee.

Also on February 14, the Humane Society is holding an adoption outreach event from 11am to 2pm at Kahoots in Escondido, 334 W. El Norte Parkway. Adoptable dogs will be at the store during the event.

The Escondido Humane Society is at 3450 E. Valley Parkway. The Adoption Center is open from 10am to 5pm daily. For information, call 760.888.2247 or go to www.escondidohumanesociety.org.

Hearing Loss Association Meeting Scheduled for Valentine's Day

The Hearing Loss Association meeting will be at 10am on Saturday, February 14, in the Joslyn Senior Center auditorium, 210 Park Avenue, Escondido. Agnes Herman, freelance writer for the North County Times will be the guest speaker. There will be a raffle and refreshments. For info, call Sylvia at 760.745.5408.

Democratic Club to Hear from Councilmember Diaz

“Unifying Voices for Responsive Government” is the title of the speech by newly elected Escondido Councilmember Olga Diaz to be given at the Thursday, February 12, meeting of the Escondido Democratic Club. The meeting will begin at 7pm at the Joslyn Senior Center, 210 Park Avenue, Escondido. Admission is free and open to everyone; free parking is available on site; and light refreshments will be served. For information, call 760.740.8595 or communicator@cox.net.

Free Writing Workshop with Prize-Winning Author

Metropolitan Writing Works co-founder Midge Raymond, author of the prize-winning story collection "Forgetting English," will teach a free writing workshop focusing on the short story, following by a reading and book signing, at Rancho Santa Fe Seniors, 16780 La Gracia, Rancho Santa Fe, on Thursday, February 12, from 1 to 3pm. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 858.756.3041.

In the workshop, Raymond will talk about the short story form, trends in publishing short fiction, and offer tips and writing exercises for writers. “Short stories have become quite trendy, not only due to the popularity of very short ‘flash fiction’ stories but also due to the interest of filmmakers who have turned short stories into acclaimed films such as 'Brokeback Mountain' and 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.' This helps broaden the market for short fiction and to increase interest and readership.”

Democratic Club to Discuss Activities for 2009

The Lake San Marcos Democratic Club will meet on the second Saturday of February, the 14th, at 1:00pm (social time 12:30pm). The club meets in the Lake Pavilion, 1105 La Bonita Drive, Lake San Marcos. The meeting will be devoted to small group discussions to obtain input from club members about the activities to be pursued during 2009 and beyond. For more information, call Betty Ball 760.752.1035 or e-mail her at SOM12@aol.com.

Meeting of Rose Society Announced

The California Coastal Rose Society meets the third Tuesday of the month at Heritage Hall, 2650 Garfield, Carlsbad. The next meeting is on Tuesday, February 17, at 7pm, and will feature Jack Shoultz speaking on "Organic Rose Care."

Mr. Shoultz is an award winning horticulture and arrangement exhibitor and Consulting Rosarian for the American Rose Society. Jack and his wife Bonnie share a rose garden of over 500 roses, all grown without any chemical sprays or fertilizers. Jack's lectures provide tips for all level of rose growers. Jack is head of the "Good Earth Rose Committee" for the American Rose Society. His website is www.organicrosecare.org, which is all about organic rose care.

At 6:15pm, prior to the meeting, Dr. Joel Ross will continue his series of lectures for rose-aholics. His topic is "Soil Ecology: Soils, Mulches and Nutrients." The Society meetings are free and open to anyone interested in growing roses. Additional information about CCRS and its activities are on the website at www.californiacoastalrose.com.

Guided Hike Scheduled for Clevenger Canyon South

On Sunday, February 15, from 1pm to 3:30pm, you are invited to join the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy to explore the rugged slopes of Clevenger Canyon South (off Hwy. 78 between Escondido and Ramona) and enjoy sweeping panoramic views from the summits. The 3.2 mile route is moderately strenuous for intermediate hikers and strenuous for beginners, with an elevation gain of about 1000-feet. Bring water and be prepared for changing weather. Reservations are required; contact hikes@sdrvc.org or call 858.674.2275, Ext. 12, for directions and to reserve a space.

Escondido Children's Museum Schedule for February

February 14 - All About Hearts! - Learn about your heart, heart health, and how to choose heart healthy snacks. Create something fun to take home with you.

February 21 - ECM Bicycle Parade! - In celebration of the Amgen Bicycle Tour coming to Escondido, you are asked to bring your bikes to the Museum (running or not) where you will get help fixing and decorating them for a Children's Parade around Grape Day Park. Watch a bicycle being built, ask questions, and learn how to make easy repairs on your own bikes.

February 22, Kid Zone! - Join the Children's Museum for a special Amgen Bibycle Race outreach program. Fun for the whole family.

For more information about any of the events, contact the Escondido Children's Museum, 380 North Escondido Blvd., Studio 1, Escondido, by calling 760.233.7755, or checking the website at www.escondidochildrensmuseum.org.

February Activities at Mesa College

This is a partial listing of the activities, events, workshops, and lectures at San Diego Mesa College for the month of February. The public is invited. For athletics calendar, go to www.sdmesa.edu/athletics. Spring semester began January 26. Registrations are still being accepted. See www.sdmesa.edu.

Through 3/3 - Art Gallery Exhibit of "Shadows and Light in the Niger Delta”: Photos by Ed Kashi. Gallery Hours, Tues, Wed, Fri, 12-5pm; Thur, 12-8pm. Free admission. Visitors, please use metered spaces adjacent to the A East parking lot. Information: 619.388.2829. Reception: Thur., February 12, 4:30-7pm.

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