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Escondido's "Business After 5 Mixer" is TonightTonight, Thursday, July 8, theEscondido Chamber ofCommerce and the Pala MesaResort will present the BusinessAfter 5 Mixer, a "Taste of Summerat Pala Mesa Resort," from 5-7pm.The address is 2001 Old Highway395, Fallbrook, 760.728.5881; website at www.palamesa.com. Formore information, call theEscondido Chamber at760.745.2125, or Greg Plog at760.828.6577, orgplog@palamesa.com. Cost is $5/members and $10/non-members. Networking and fun will prevail on the Aquaterrace Patio overlooking Pala Mesa's beautiful golf course and 125 acres. Beer and wine tasting, signature appetizers, live music, golf putting contest, raffle prizes, and a cash bar. From Escondido, take I-15 North to the Highway 76 Exit, (Pala/Oceanside). Turn left onto Highway 76 and an immediate right turn onto Old Highway 395 at the Mobil gas station. Go north approximately 2 miles, past Pala Mesa Drive to the next left turn, Tecalote Lane. Parking lot is on the left side, and hotel lobby is on the left side of parking lot. Enter hotel lobby and go to the Cashier/sign-in desk for the Mixer.
Critter Camp Second Session Kicks Off July 12If you are looking for ways to keep your animal-loving youngsters busy and entertained, the Escondido Humane Society's (EHS) upcoming second session of the Critter Camp is kicking off on Monday, July 12. This camp is for kids ages 6 to 12. During the week long camp, the EHS trained 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. Critter Camp is from 12:30 to 2:30pm, July 12 to 16th, at the Escondido Humane Society, 3450 E. Valley Parkway. Campers who attended the first session last month can attend the second session at the special price of $45. Cost is $65 for other campers. For more information, and to enroll, call Ina Shookhoff, at 760.888.2261 or go to www.escondidohumanesociety.org
Sunshine Brooks Theatre Presents Summer Short PlaysThe New Vision Theatre Company, operating Oceanside's Sunshine Brooks Theatre, presents the 5th annual Summer Shorts, a collection of eight tenminute unpublished plays, at the theatre, 217 North Coast Highway, Oceanside. Performances are July 16 - August 1, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm. Opening night gala will be held at 6:30pm, July 16, with refreshments and appetizers. The few plays for Summer Shorts are selected annually, and some are by local writers. Most short plays are of humorous nature. The large cast is comprised of acting talent local to North County. This collaborative effort of local writers, directors, and acting talent will ensure fun for tastes of all viewers as the production consists of different genres and presents the audience a judging opportunity. After the show, viewers get a chance to cast their votes for their favorite play, and the winning work is announced at the conclusion of the festival. Ticket prices are General $17; Seniors (55 and up) $14; Military and Students $10; Children (12 and under) $7.50. Opening Night Gala July 16 is $30, includes refreshments and appetizers. Call 760.529.9140, or visit the web site at www.nvtheatre.com for reservations.
Nathan Fletcher to Speak at Republican Women's Evening MeetingThe Rancho Bernardo Republican Women Federated will hold an evening meeting on Tuesday, July 20, from 5:30-8pm at the Radisson Hotel in Rancho Bernardo. The speaker will be State Assemblyman Nathan Fletcher who represents the 75th District. He is the first combat veteran of the Global War on Terror to serve in the California State Legislature. He has been honored for his service in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves where he worked as a Counterintelligence - Human Intelligence Specialist. He is very involved in and sits on numerous Committees. His recent focus has been on the protection of citizens from sexual offenders with his work on Chelsea's Law. His goal is transparency and accountability for government, creating new jobs in California, expanding access and affordability of health care, and working to solve the water crisis affecting our state. Cost is $23/members and $25/non-members. Reservations and cancellations must be made by noon on Tuesday, July 13, or you will be billed. Call Laura Harris at 858.673.1409. Email her at lau12har8@san.rr.com, or Momina Skill at 858.487.0378 (gmomina@san.rr.com).
Weight Loss Group Meets WeeklyTake Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), a non-profit weight-loss support group, meets from 8:30am-10am on Fridays at the clubhouse of Madrid Manor, 1401 El Norte Parkway (at Country Club Drive), San Marcos. The group offers encouragement, education, and healthy living ideas and other activities. Call 760.213.2501.
"Hawaiian Summer Holiday" is Theme for Christian Women’s Club Luncheon"Hawaiian Summer Holiday" is the theme of the San Marcos-Vista Christian Women's Club luncheon on Monday, July 19, at 11:30am, at the Lake San Marcos Country Club, 1750 San Pablo Drive, San Marcos. The cost is $16/inclusive. Guests will be entertained by Hawaiian dancers and special music featuring songs from the Islands. All guests are encouraged to dress Hawaiian style if they desire. The inspirational guest speaker will be Gerda Kuykendall from Hacienda Heights who will share "One woman's triumph over the hardship of War." Guests are welcome. The club has no membership or dues. All ladies are invited and encouraged to make reservations by Thursday, July 15. The luncheon is sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries/Christian Women's Club. For information, go to www.stonecroft.org. For reservations, call Donna at 760.432.0772, or Deanna at 760.744.4164.
Oceanside Public Library Offers the Following Programs:All programs and library events are sponsored by the Friends of the Oceanside Public Library and are free and open to the public. For more information, call the Library at 760.435.5600, or visit the web site at www.oceansidepubliclibrary.org. Travel Book Authors - On Friday, July 9, at 2pm, Cynthia Dial, author of "Teach Yourself Travel Writing" will visit the Mission Branch Library Community Room, 3861 Mission Avenue, and will talk about Caviar Travel on a Chip-n-Dip Budget. Then on Saturday, July 10, she will be at the Civic Center Library Community Room, 330 No. Coast Hwy, at 11am, and will talk about “Turning Your Travel Passion into an On-the- Road Profession.” Joan and David Vokac, authors of "The Great Towns of America" will be at the Civic Center Library on Saturday, July 31, at 11am to talk about the 100 Best Getaways for a Vacation or a Lifetime. Caricature Artist to Speak - Learn how to draw with caricature artist Ricardo Vasquez, on Tuesday, July 13, at 2pm at the Oceanside Public Library Mission Branch, 3861-B Mission Avenue, or on Saturday, July 17, at 2pm, at the Civic Center Library, 330 North Coast Highway. See a live demonstration and get hands-on instruction on how to draw your own caricature. This program is for children ages 6 to 12. Cookbook Author to Speak - Author Woodrow Wilson will present his cookbook "The Champagne Taste/Beer Budget Cookbook" in the Civic Center Library Community Rooms, 330 North Coast Highway, on Friday, July 16 at 5pm. He will discuss the process of creating a cookbook to help readers eat well and save money. The book features more than 100 recipes with easy-to-follow and entertaining instructions. Wilson, a chemist and Toastmasters past president, started cooking in college as a survival tactic and has developed many original recipes that focus on making great meals at low prices. He will be selling and signing books following his presentation. Paws to Read Summer Splash - Children and parents are invitedto attend a special Oceanside Public Library Paws to Read program. Paws to Read Summer Splash will be held at the Mission Branch Library, 3861-B Mission Avenue, on Wednesday, July 21, at 2:30pm, and will provide children the opportunity to read to dogs, and will include other fun activities, such as dog paw painting, etiquette, and tricks with Hillery, the Splashing Dog. This program is free and for all ages.
Escondido Humane Society Reducing Adoption Fees in JulyDuring the summer months the Escondido Humane Society sees an influx of animals coming through the doors. To help find homes for these furry friends, EHS is reducing adoption fees by 50 percent for the entire month of July. Animals included in this special are puppies, kittens, adult dogs and cats, and bunnies. Regular adoption fees are $160 for puppies and kittens up to 6 months; $110 for adult dogs and cats (6 months and up); $55 for senior dogs and cats (7 years and up); and $45 for all bunnies. "Summer really is a great time to bring a new pet home. Kids are out of school and parents have more time, which is the ideal scenario for bonding with a new pet," said EHS Executive Director Sally Costello. "If you have been considering adding a pet to your family, now is the perfect time to visit the Escondido Humane Society." Visit the EHS web site at www.escondidohumanesociety.org to view animals available for adoption or meet them in person at the shelter, 3450 E. Valley Parkway. For more information, call 760.888.2247. The Center is open from 10am to 5pm seven days a week.
OASIS is Celebrating 20 Years of Service to North CountyOASIS is celebrating 20 years of service to the North County community with "20/20 Vision: A Celebration of the Past, A view to the Future" Dessert and Dance Party on Friday, July 23, from 6:30-9pm. Featured will be gourmet desserts along with a chocolate fountain in the new gazebo area of the Escondido Joslyn Center, 210 Park Avenue. The Sundance Band will play in the auditorium for line dancing, social dancing or just plain enjoyment. OASIS is a national non-profit educational organization started in St. Louis, Missouri, 26 years ago to give seniors, 50 plus years old, the opportunity to enhance their lives through education and to become involved in meaningful volunteer projects such as the Intergenerational Tutoring Program. OASIS offers low cost classes in Escondido, Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Penasquitos Library, Vista Senior Center, North County Bridge Center, Solana Beach Community Center, and Temple Adat Shalom. Executive Director, Donna Toro, has announced her retirement plans for this fall and invites members and guests to the 20th Anniversary celebration. Information and tickets can be obtained by calling 760.796.6020 or www.oasisnet.org/escondido. Cost is $20/person. Pictured below: Part of the Planning Committee: front row l-r: Deborah Fleck, Janis Harrison, Diane Hauman. Back row: Jan Hassler, Lois Novitz, Pam Jones, Donna Toro, Don Piller, Bob Graber, Doris Stein
Mesa College Offers Scholarships for Singers and Jazz MusiciansSan Diego Mesa College is now accepting applications for seven $1,000 scholarships which will be awarded to full time students who desire to sing with the Mesa College Vocal Ensemble or play jazz with the Mesa College Jazz Band this fall semester. The scholarships are the E.F.K. Music Scholarships (three, $1,000 each); the Gustavo Romero Music Scholarships (three, $1,000 each); and the Shellist Memorial Music Scholarship (one, $1,000). All students who are new to the Mesa College Vocal Ensemble or Jazz Band and plan to be enrolled full time at Mesa College are invited to apply; you need not be music majors. Auditions will be held Monday, July 26, and you must be preregistered to audition. An online application and complete eligibility requirements can be found at www.sdmesa.edu/music, or by calling 619.388.2221. Mesa College offers one of the most comprehensive music theory programs in San Diego County, and is designed for students with interests in continued study and in a wide range of careers in academic, vocational and commercial music. Since 1995, the department has awarded nearly $25,000 in scholarships to music majors transferring to 4-year institutions. More information is available at www.sdmesa.edu/music.
Harmony and Ice Cream SocialA combination of harmony and ice cream will be presented by The Music Men at Kings Lutheran Church, 2993 MacDonald Street, Oceanside, CA on Sunday, July 11, 2010 at 3:00p.m. Following the concert there will be an Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social. Admission: Donations Appreciated
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