Social Butterfly

June 18th, 2009

Evelyn Madison- The Social Butterfly

"Poppy Day" Declared in San Marcos

Not many of us will ever have a special day declared in our honor but then there are not very many of us locally that turn 100 on any given day either. Anthony Cardarella of San Marcos did just that on Saturday, the 13th, however, his "surprise" birthday party was held on Thursday. I say "surprise" because it started out to be a surprise party, except how do 3, 4 and 5 year olds keep a surprise? They don't!

Tony goes to the Questhaven Park in San Elijo Hills almost every day to sit with and talk to kids there, mostly 3, 4 and 5 year olds, and their parents. He also takes them Tootsie Rolls. They all know him and love him, so it was no surprise to have a great turnout for his party, even with relatives from Tennessee (his niece, Annette Falk and her husband, Jim), in addition to his daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Gary Gidner, (with whom he lives) and great grandchild Addison, there to celebrate. His daughter was an only child; he has two grandchildren, Damon, 33, and Courtney, 27, and one great grandchild, Addison, 3 years old. Gary Gidner said one of the things Tony really looks forward to is an Italian culture thing -- Sundays at 2pm he has to have some pasta! Sounds good to me.

Tony was born in Buffalo, New York. In 1997 he moved to San Marcos with his wife, Rose, to be close to his daughter and family. Rose died in 1998. He was in World War II, and was awarded a Purple Heart for his service on Omaha Beach in Normandy. He was injured and had a schrapnel wound to his leg from a German 88 shell.

Council members Hal Martin and Rebecka Jones were there to present a plaque officially naming Thursday as "Poppy Day" in his honor. Becky Nutter was instrumental in getting the ball rolling for his party, and it was supposed to be a party with cupcakes (that she makes). It turned out to be a grand event with lots of food, drinks, and cupcakes, and approximately 75 people attending (including the "little ones"). What a great day! Happy Birthday, Tony!

L-R, San Marcos Councilmember Rebecca Jones presents a Proclamation by the city naming "Poppy Day" after Anthony "Tony" Cardarella. To the rear is Tony's daughter, Carol Gidner, his son-in-law, Gary, Councilmember Hal Martin, and at the bottom right, Tony's great-granddaughter, Addison.

"Driving Out Hunger" Gears Back Up

Local business extends food drive to serve more families in need. After successfully collecting more than 1,885 pounds of nonperishable food during the month of May, local NAPA Auto Parts stores and NAPA AutoCare Repair Centers are extending their "Drive Out Hunger" food drive campaign to the end of June in hopes of helping even more local families in need. To participate, individuals can drop off food items to any of the participating NAPA stores and repair centers. Family-friendly foods are in highest need, including peanut butter, canned tuna, cereal, dry pasta, canned fruits and vegetables, and juice.

Drive Out Hunger, which benefits Interfaith Community Services, aims to unite the community and respond to the critical demand for food in a big way. With the economic downturn, Interfaith has consistently experienced a 40 percent increase in families needing emergency food assistance.

For more information about the campaign, contact Kimberly Deutsch of NAPA at 760.752.1112, Ext. 204. Sites located within our distribution area are:

Escondido

NAPA Auto Parts, 2438 Auto Park Way
#1 Stop Shop, 231 North Vinewood Street
About Service, 854 Metcalf Street
Brian’s Auto, 636 West 9th Avenue
D’Macs Tire Service, 1554 East Grand Avenue
Midway Mobile, 2004 East Valley Parkway
West Escondido Auto, 2200-A Vineyard Avenue

Oceanside

NAPA Auto Parts, 2954 Oceanside Blvd
City Automotive, 2255 Oceanside Blvd
Conover Tire, 2405 Oceanside Blvd
Mastertech, 2801 Industry Street
Moe’s Oceana 76, 502 South El Camino Real
North County Auto, 1502 South Coast Highway
Oceanside Auto Service 2, 3582 Mission Avenue

San Marcos

NAPA Auto Parts, 560 West Mission Road
Auto Tune, 931A Grand Avenue
Fast Automotive, 1288 San Marcos Blvd

Vista

NAPA Auto Parts, 1334 North Melrose
Tri-City Tire, 241 North Emerald Drive

United Way is Hiring

United Way is looking to hire 13 temporary staff from August 3 through November 13. This is a temporary, full-time position that pays $15.25 per hour. The job description will have the specific qualifications that are necessary. This job is an excellent way to learn about nonprofits and get exposure to companies around San Diego.

Resumes are being collected through the end of June; during which time qualified candidates are being called for phone interviews. Face to face interviews will start July 1. Candidates should send resumes to employmentopps@uwsd.org. For more information, call 858.636.4144, or Fax to 858.492.2062.

Humane Society Camp is Calling All Young Animal Lovers

An upcoming week long class at the Escondido Humane Society will let kids take a walk on the furry, and scaly, side. During the Critter Connection Animal Camp, the Humane Society's educational staff will have many different animals for kids to see, hold, play with, and feed. Some of the animals are familiar, such as puppies, kittens and bunnies, but others are more exotic, such as snakes, lizards and insects. Past camps have offered wild animals such as monkeys, alligators, hedgehogs, and much more for the children to explore.

Camp session is one week, June 22-26, from 1pm to 3pm, at the Escondido Humane Society, 3450 E. Valley Parkway. Cost is $65. All campers must be entering the first grade in September or older. For more information, call Ina Shookhoff at 760.888.2261, or go online to www.escondidohumanesociety.org.

DUV Meeting on Tuesday

Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War, 1861-1865, Nancy hanks Lincoln Tent #5, will meet at 11am on Tuesday, June 23, in the Veterans Building in Balboa Park. The program will be presented by Marilyn Steber about her grandparents. Recently the 100th Annual Convention, Department of California and Nevada, was held in Bakersfield. The new president will be Carole Morton and the new vice president elected is Susan Zimmer from Tent 5. Other officers elected from Tent 5 are Barbara Mondt and Marilyn Steber. For information about the DUVCW, call 760.639.6326.

City Issues Will Be Program at EMPAC Meeting

The Escondido Mobile/Manufactured Home Positive Action Committee (EMPAC) will meet on Thursday, June 25, at 7:00pm, in the Grove Room, through the main entrance of the East Valley Community Center, 2245 East Valley Parkway. (Note the change in the meeting room.)

Lisa Prazeau, President of The Escondido Chamber of Citizens (ECOC) will Present information on important city issues that affect all Escondido residents. For more information, call 760.739.0870.

Teacher Rob Gaebe Receives Award From LSM Kiwanis Club

Recently the Lake San Marcos program chair, Phyllis Thomas, presented a special award to Rob Gaebe in recognition of his outstanding dedication to educating young people of the community (see photo at end of this article). Mr. Gaebe is a teacher at San Marcos High School. His responsibilities at San Marcos High School requires special qualifications to not only educate and work with young people but livestock care and nursery management. He attends fairs, leadership conferences and competitions with his students. In recognition of his services, he is a past recipient of California Outstanding Agriculture Teacher Award and the California Outstanding Agriculture Program award. Mr. Gaebe received his undergraduate degree from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, and a Master's of Education from Montana State University.

Woman's Club to Hold Membership Luncheon

On Tuesday, July 14, starting at 11:30am, the Woman's Club of Escondido will hold a membership luncheon, which is open to all women. The event will be at the Clubhouse, 751 No. Rose Avenue (corner Mission Ave.), Escondido. Call LaVonne at 760.741.2140 for information.

Donations in the amount of $5,000 were recently distributed by the Woman's Club of Escondido in its annual donations to charities in the area, under the direction of Doris Badger, chair. Those organizations receiving donations included the Escondido Humane Society, Interfaith Community Services, Diana's Angels, Escondido Allied Veterans Council, Sunburst Project, Salvation Army, Doctors Without Borders, Joslyn Senior Center, Serenity House, and several others, in addition to the Woman's Club Scholarship Foundation.

Buena Vista Audubon Announces Events

The Native Plant Club meeting will be on Sunday, June 21, at 2pm. "Come See the Blooms" - from the fantastic collection of plant photos. Plants that you are interested in will be discussed. The Club meets on the 3rd Sunday of the month at the Nature Center, 2202 So. Coast Hwy., Oceanside. For information, call the Center at 760.439.2473, or email BVNPC@sbcglobal.net. Preschool Nature Storytime, for all preschoolers 3-5 years old, with an adult, will be held at the Nature Center on Monday, June 22, at 10am. The story will be how one little snail's big plans landed him in big trouble. There will be an hour of songs, the story, and a craft. It's all free, at the Buena Vista Audubon Nature Center, 2202 So. Coast Hwy., Oceanside. For a large group, call Mary Ellen at 760.918.6622. Note: There will be no storytime in July or August. Volunteers are Needed: The Nature Center in Oceanside currently has openings for someone with computer skills to act as Publicity Chair or Membership Chair. A short training session and you're ready to fly. Call Mary Ellen at 760.918.6622 to get started.

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