Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Art Center, 103 S. Main Avenue in Fallbrook, will present its annual Gift Show – "Fusion of Artistry," running through Sunday, Aug. 18. The show presents fresh and innovative works of art across all disciplines, creating a melting pot of artistic expression. The Fusion of Artistry has led to the emergence of new and innovative expressions that push the boundaries of traditional art forms. By incorporating elements from different mediums, artists cre...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Artist Association has a line-up of ongoing affordable art classes presented to the community and being given at The Gallery in downtown Fallbrook. Through-out the year, several opportunities can be explored with art using different media. Intermediate Watercolor classes will be taught by Ruth Parker on some Fridays with a fee of $35; students are to bring their own supplies. Call 760-505-7238 for more information. The Gallery also presents Life D...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Mission Theater introduces Fallbrook's own original ballet/opera family troupe, Cinballera Entertainment, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 24 and 25. The year 2024 is the 100th anniversary of opera composer Giacomo Puccini's death. In its own homage to this momentous event, Cinballera Entertainment presents Puccini's "La Fanciulla del West," aka "The Girl of the Golden West!" This tale of the Wild West that has it all... a girl, an outlaw, a sheriff, and a...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Music Society's 47th concert season encompasses an outstanding array of performances with a lineup that promises to deliver a fresh variety of exceptional performers and a wide variety of genres ranging from Jazz to South American Tango, a cello quartet playing David Popper to Queen – to a world-renowned classical pianist. "We are proud to be a major presenter of world-class concerts right here in Fallbrook," says Bob Freaney, president of Fallbrook Mus...
FALLBROOK – Karen Langer Baker has been collecting ribbons lately. In addition to an honorable mention at the San Diego County Fine Art exhibit, she received the following awards, a third place in Fallbrook Art Association's special show featuring the sky; a second place in Temecula Valley Art League's annual special judged show, and received two first place awards in FAA's July show, for an abstract monotype and an oil pastel of a resting model. Submitted by Karen Langer B...
FALLBROOK – The Retro Pet Portrait Contest at the San Diego Fair was held June 27. Marilee Ragland "Sweetie Pie" Parakeet won second place in Pastel; Jack Ragland won third place in Acrylic with "Roxanne Riding Annabelle" (begun years ago, finished only recently), and Natasha Ragland won fourth place in Oil for "Miss Kitty." In the larger competition of Fine Art, Natasha won Honorable Mention on "Vineyard View Through the Arch" and exhibited two other paintings: "Vineyards b...
FALLBROOK – Friends of the Fallbrook announced a Freaney and Friends free concert will be offered Tuesday, July 23, at 1 p.m. in the Community Room at the Fallbrook Library. It will feature Kasey Kay, one of San Diego County's most beloved classical concert pianists. Kay returns to Fallbrook Library to treat her fans to some of Chopin's and Bach's most challenging compositions. Her virtuosity and interpretation keep her fans coming back. She has developed a reputation for b...
Kids of all ages won't want to miss "Peter Pan" on July 30 to Aug. 4 downtown at Broadway San Diego in the Civic Center. It's followed by "Spiderman" on the 22nd of October. For tickets, call 619-564-3000 or visit www.broadwaysd.com. Meanwhile, the California Center for the Arts has a full calendar of events and on the main stage until July 21 is "Every Brilliant Thing." Check out https://artcenter.org for details. Located nearby at 340 N. Escondido Blvd., 760-839-4149, in Esc...
FALLBROOK – "It Never Rains in California" and "Messaging Birdhouses" exhibitions open in the Fallbrook Library July 15 and run through Aug. 23 and are hosted by the Friends of the Fallbrook Library. On Saturday, Aug. 3, there will be a reception for the artists from 2 to 4 p.m. where we can meet and talk with the artists. Live music and refreshments will be offered and all are welcome to attend this free event. In the Community Room, "It Never Rains in California" features co...
SAN DIEGO – On a journey of discovery into her parents' history of love and fame in war torn Italy, Adela Edgecombe discovered a secret deception within love letters and from family who had been tight-lipped about the scandals for decades. "Whispers of Betrayal," nominated for a National Book Award, is an Armin Lear Press release now available worldwide. Since every human personality is at root mysterious, all families present us with an abundance of mysteries, the chief of w...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Women's Connection invites all families and children to attend a Summer Brunch in the ballroom of the Beverly Mansion at Grand Tradition Estates and Gardens, Friday, July 26 from 10 a.m. to noon, doors open at 9:15 a.m. The program will feature NVoice Studios Children's Show Choirs, directed by Sandra Kopitzke who will present their 2024 spring/ summer program entitled "Best Day of My Life" for our enjoyment. It features high energy songs of yesterday a...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Library presents “Ecos de España: Spanish Classical & Flamenco Music & Dance,” Saturday, July 20, 2-3 p.m. Flamenco dancer Susana Elena will introduce and perform a variety of dances from Spain and Gypsy Spain. Solo classical guitarist Dr. Randy Pile will play a selection of the timeless compositions created for the Spanish guitar. This is a cost-free family program. The audience learns how to clap to flamenco rhythm, use their arms and hands like flamenco dancers, and at the show’s end, children...
FALLBROOK – Encore Social Club closed out its regular season on a high note with some great events. Members enjoyed a private showing of the musical "Lights, Camera, Action" at Vista's Broadway Theater. The afternoon started with drinks and appetizers followed by an entertaining performance that was enjoyed by all. Another highlight of the season was their annual fundraising event "Evening At The Auction." Guests enjoyed music, a dessert & coffee bar, and socializing in an e...
FALLBROOK – Anyone who is an empty nester, recently retired, or new to the area and interested in adding a new, fun activity to their life that includes getting their steps in and making new friends is welcome to come try the Grape Stompers Square Dance Club's "Intro to Square Dancing" this summer on July 16 and Aug. 27 from 6:15 to 7:00 p.m. at Fallbrook Zion Lutheran's Fellowship Hall, 1405 E. Fallbrook Street. There is no charge. A beginning square dance class will start o...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Newcomers recently held an enjoyable "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" summer spa party hosted by Girls Just Want to Have Fun Activity Chairperson Mindy Conner. This popular monthly event is held at a member's home and/or local venues and is a great way to make new friends while enjoying a variety of fun, creative and inspiring activities. The Girls Just Want to Have Fun Summer Spa Party took place on June 18 at the Conner's home. The summer spa party is a t...
The weekend of June 8 and 9, artists, activists, and musicians from up and down the state converged in Fallbrook to relax, celebrate community, and enjoy a weekend art retreat at the home of local distinguished artist and delightful host Kira Carrillo Corser. Local resident Nancy Heinz-Glaser was also present to enjoy the company and festivities. Referring to her guests, she said, "These particular artists are part of Compassionate Arts in Action, a group I co-founded," said... Full story
The Fallbrook Village Rotary Club invites everyone to the Miss/Teen Fallbrook Pageant on July 13 at 6 p.m. in the Bob Burton Performing Arts Center to see who will be crowned. For tickets, contact [email protected], or purchase tickets in advance from a contestant or a Fallbrook Village Rotary member....
Family and friends gathered Saturday, June 8, to celebrate the life of Paul Bourque, a father, son, brother, businessman, performer, photographer, philosopher and traveler, at a favorite place, the historic Mission Theater in Fallbrook. My last missive touched on the theater as the staging of a benefit talent show titled the "Fallbrook Follies," and this episode is something of an elegy with words for a man whose memory was recently evoked at that beloved local landmark. I am...
Burn Institute’s Fire and Safety Exposition which includes the Firefighter Demolition Derby has been part of the San Diego County Fair since 2010 and in past years took place during one of the fair’s earlier weekends. This year the Fire and Safety Exposition will be held Sunday, July 7, which is the final day of the 2024 county fair. “We’re closing out the fair this year,” Tessa Haviland, executive director of Burn Institute, said. “We’ll be the very last event of the year.” The Fire and Safety Exposition is held at the Del M...
Today, my dear friends, I pray you will indulge me while I spin a seat-of-the-pants yarn about a recent event at one of my favorite haunts. The place is our historic Mission Theater. The event was the June 2 Fallbrook Follies as presented by the Fallbrook Woman's Club. I was thrilled to participate in this folksy gig that sparked many a magical moment at a beloved local landmark. I'll begin with the place. Roy Moosa and his amazing family own the theater. But I call it "our"...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook artists Larry Baker and Karen Langer-Baker received awards for their fine art works at the San Diego County fair that started on June 12. Larry Baker's entries in the "Other 2-D Not Listed" category took first and third place ribbons. His work receiving the first place award is entitled "The Illustrated Man" and his third place piece is titled "Miss Universe." Karen Langer-Baker's honorable mention ribbon is for her work in the "Fair Theme – Let's Go Ret...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook High School's Digital Media Pathway highlighted student talent in the 2024 Rodarte Emerging Filmmakers Showcase. The annual showcase featured the award winning films of the Digital Media Pathway, including the artistic and emotional film "Jazz and Life" directed by Madison Lavin and Sam Deputy and the heartwarming and educational documentary "The Life of Raul Perez" directed by Gunnar Payne. The featured films were: "5 Steps to W Riz" directed by James S...
FALLBROOK – Friends of the Fallbrook announce a Freaney and Friends free concert this month which will happen on Tuesday, June 25 at 1 p.m. in the Community Room at the Fallbrook Library. The concert will feature Elegancia Doble pianists Naomi Hobbs and Yumiko Oya. Elegancia Doble is a gifted duo having won first prize at the 17th Japanese Musician's Association of California Piano competition in 2016. Naomi Hobbs was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan. She earned her music d...
Almost everybody knows the County Library is the place to go to get books, information and entertainment; all for free. But you may not know about all the things you can do at the County Library and with your library card – like learning a new language, exploring your family heritage, getting free seeds to plant in your garden, and even graduating high school. Yup. You can do all of that and more. Here are nine things you might not know you can do at a County library: Graduate high school If you’re one of those who did...
