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Articles from the September 29, 2011 edition


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  • Community CleanUp/Recycling Day a success

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    FALLBROOK - The Sept. 17 Community CleanUp/Recycling Day, sponsored by Keep Fallbrook Clean and Green, broke previous Fallbrook records. The dirt lot at the corner of Peppertree Lane and South Mission was alive with activity where more volunteers participated than ever before. Volunteers also fanned out across the community to walk the streets and pick up litter, while three volunteers used their personal pickup trucks to collect bulky items illegally dumped along area...

  • Sheriff's Log

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    9/18 31900 Del Cielo Este Petty theft 9/19 3600 Lake Circle Dr. Arrest: 5150 “ WI “ mental disorder 72 hour observation 1700 S. Mission Rd. Simple battery 40700 Ammons Wy. Grand theft 2400 Winter Haven Rd. Arrest: threaten crime w/intent to terrorize 4200 Pala Rd. Take vehicle w/o owner's consent/vehicle theft 500 Industrial Wy. Vandalism 9/20 500 Ammunition Rd. Arrest: use/under influence of controlled substance 1100 Alturas Rd. Missing juvenile/runaway 4900 Conejo Rd. Violate court order to prevent domestic viol w/p...

  • Author and mother to speak on

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    FALLBROOK “ Wendy Hagen, an author, blogger, wife, mother of three, and speaker, will join the ladies of Fallbrook First Baptist Church in welcoming the women of Fallbrook and their friends to an event on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 7 and 8. Hagen, the wife of Fallbrook native Shiloh Hagen, speaks all over California encouraging women and giving their abs a workout through laughter. Hagen will be speaking about the œThe Unexpected Life, knowing that for better or for wor...

  • County approves participation in homeowners

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved the County of San Diego's participation in the California Rural Home Mortgage Finance Authority's residential energy retrofit program. The supervisors' 5-0 vote September 13 allows homeowners in the county's unincorporated area who earn between 60 percent and 160 percent of the area median income to obtain 15-year loans at three percent interest for energy efficiency improvements. Although the program is funded through the California Energy Commission, the county's...

  • VFW offers patriotic essay contest to students

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    FALLBROOK “ Fallbrook Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1924 has two essay programs which encourage student participation and they are now taking entries. Voice of Democracy (VOD) is open to students in grades 9 to 12 who are enrolled in a Fallbrook school. This year's theme is œIs There Pride in Serving in Our Military? VOD awards begin on the local level with first place at $500, second place at $300, and third place at $200. Patriot's Pen is open to sixth through eighth grade students and this year's theme is œAre You Prou...

  • Tumbling and preschool ballet now available

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    FALLBROOK “ The Creative Movement and Tumbling class at the Fallbrook Community Center introduces basic tumbling and balancing skills, obstacle courses, and exciting routines. The children will explore different gymnastics stations such as mini trampoline, balance beam, tunnel, tumbling mat, rhythmic ribbon, and other creative equipment. Preschool Ballet introduces children to ballet basics in a fun and creative atmosphere. Classes will help children develop coordination, strength, confidence and social and listening s...

  • Fear was not a factor for the members of the Boys and Girls Club

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    FALLBROOK “ Children and their families enjoyed an action-packed evening at the Boys and Girls Clubs of North County's annual Day for Kids event on Sept. 17. œThis event had so much excitement and competition. stated Lisa Ware, director of operations. œThe staff wanted to change things up this year and try something different so we used a Fear Factor theme and it was a huge hit with the kids. We had events that challenged your mind, your body and your taste buds. Next year'...

  • Fallbrook 4-H program starts this fall

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    FALLBROOK “ This fall, the Fallbrook 4-H program will be celebrating a new year of fun, friends and learning. As a group, all 4-Hers new and old, will experience the joy of the various projects offered this year. From cats to quilting, each member will be sure to find the project that is just right for him or her. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, Oct. 4 at 7 p.m. in the Fallbrook High School cafeteria. For additional fun, a costume contest will be held (with prizes) d...

  • A Mini Taste of Fallbrook enjoyed by Woman

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    FALLBROOK “ The Fallbrook Woman's Club celebrated its first meeting of the year with a Mini Taste of Fallbrook on Sept. 13. This very successful affair was arranged by Karen Feyler and Dannai Mungo, co-program chairmen, to help local restaurants promote their business and to offer the membership great food samples. Each participating restaurant provided 75 food samples, copies of their menus, and the opportunity to speak for three to five minutes about their establishment. Participants in the Mini Taste included Vince V...

  • REINS to host Hoedown fundraiser Oct. 8

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    FALLBROOK “ REINS Therapeutic Horsemanship Program is excited to announce its 15th annual Country Hoedown. It will be held on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 4 to 10 p.m. on the REINS Ranch, located at 4461 S. Mission Rd. The event includes dinner, dancing and a show. There will be a riding demonstration featuring some of the REINS students at 5 p.m., followed by dinner catered by Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ, live entertainment by the Clay Colton Band, a silent auction, raffle for a 5...

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  • Fallbrook alumni picnic Oct. 16

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    FALLBROOK “ Last year's alumni picnic was held in October in conjunction with the Class of 1960's 50th reunion. It was such a huge success that the Fallbrook Alumni Association has voted to it an annual event. This year they will have another multi-year reunion and it will be held on Sunday, Oct. 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Live Oak Park. They will be celebrating with the class of 1961 as they gather for their 50th reunion. Not only did classmates and schoolmates meet up at last year's picnic, but many siblings took this o...

  • Velvet Cat Home Tour to feature four stunning homes

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    FALLBROOK ” The Fallbrook Woman's Club will present its Ninth Annual Velvet Cat Home Tour on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featured homes are at Red Mountain Dam area, Sycamore Ranch and Rolling Hills. The home atop Red Mountain sits on 18 acres with 360-degree views that reach Catalina on a clear day. Large rocks are everywhere with the house built around them. There is a definite Western influence with the circular design of the two-story space reminiscent of a huge wagon wheel with the massive beams forming t...

  • Dinner with the Docs gala raises funds to help seniors

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

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  • Funding goal met for library flagpole

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    It won't be long until Old Glory will be flying proudly above the Fallbrook Library. It was announced September 18 that the funding goal had been met for the patriotic finishing touch that many members of the community put passionate support into after hearing the County of San Diego had not included a flagpole in the construction plan and budget. "When the [lack of a flagpole] was first raised, the calls just kept multiplying and pretty soon it seemed as though the whole comm...

  • Chasse honored on 100th birthday

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    Dave Chasse served as the kicking coach for Fallbrook High School's football team for more than two decades before retiring at the age of 97. The Warriors had a home game on September 16, which was Chasse's 100th birthday, and the former coach was honored during the game. "They honored me very nicely, and I do appreciate it," Chasse said. Chasse had no coaching experience before becoming Fallbrook's kicking coach in 1984. He had been watching games and befriending coaches, and...

  • Volunteers help on Camp Pendleton

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    Whether it's mentoring youth, leading Girl Scouts, looking after animals at a shelter, or advocating for Alzheimer's disease, there are numerous opportunities for service members and their families to give back by volunteering their time and services in and around their communities. The Camp Pendleton Volunteer Program, a component of Marine Corps Community Service's Readiness and Community Support team, aims to provide learning opportunities, training, job experience, development of interpersonal relationships, networking...

  • Retired teachers honor Golden Gems

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

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  • Garden club to host tea for new members

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    FALLBROOK - The Fallbrook Garden Club will host a tea for new members on Wednesday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Fallbrook Library, 124 S. Mission Road. The event will take place in the library's community room and Poets' Patio. The purpose of the tea is to welcome all new and potential members to the club. Chairpersons from the club's committees will be there to share information regarding activities offered and introduce everyone to the various educational and informational services offered by the Fallbrook Garden...

  • Pala to host annual Fire Prevention Fair

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    PALA - The Pala Band of Mission Indians will hold its sixth annual Fire Prevention Fair on Oct. 1, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Pala Fire Station. This event is free and open to the public. Guests are invited to spend the day with the Pala Fire Department to learn more about the facility and fire safety. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the fire station and take photos on the fire engines. There will also be unique demonstrations, firefighters will extinguish a live vehicle fire and conduct a water drop from a...

  • Former FUHS cheerleaders wanted

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    FALLBROOK “ The Fallbrook Alumni Association is searching for former cheerleaders from Fallbrook High School. The association is planning to do something special for this year's Homecoming game which will be held Oct. 28. The organization is looking to do an activity in conjunction with this year's cheer squad and hopes to include as many former cheerleaders as possible. Former cheerleaders, or anyone who knows contact information for any of them, are asked to call Jan Mahr at (760) 645-0101 (or email her at m...

  • How to create holiday table settings

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    BONSALL “ The Bonsall Woman's Club is pleased to announce that Lynn Chichi will be the guest presenter at its Oct. 6 meeting. It will start at 10 a.m. at the San Luis Rey Downs banquet room. Chichi not only is a talented interior designer, but also a trained stand-up comedian. She will be demonstrating how to create style and flair with holiday table settings. For further information visit www.bonsallwomansclub.org...

  • A jolly good time at English Motors Car Show in Fallbrook - Classic English vehicles make for attractive display on local farm

    Updated Sep 29, 2011

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    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    I wish to thank all of the Fallbrook listeners and other music lovers from around San Diego County who attended my classical piano recital on Sept. 15 at the Fallbrook Library. You were great! It was very gratifying to see over 150 people willing to come out at 7 p.m. on a workday to hear Beethoven, Schubert, Liszt, Bolcom, and Chopin! I don't really know how many were actually in the audience because the library staff ran out of chairs and programs! It was especially satisfying for me to see so many young faces in the...

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    Updated Sep 29, 2011

    Keep Fallbrook Clean and Green (FBA) was fortunate to have great weather for our annual community cleanup on Sept. 17. It is always great fun to participate, as an inland site, on California Coastal Cleanup Day. Sixty volunteers picked up approximately 625 lbs. of roadside litter. Large items illegally dumped along the stream beds and roads were also picked up, totaling .98 tons for the day. We would like to thank Albertson's Market and Domino's Pizza for refreshments. Special thanks to Fallbrook Equipment Rental and the...

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