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Investigators with the Escondido Police Department search a black Mercury sedan Monday afternoon where a deceased female body was found inside of the vehicle. Photo by Tony Cagala

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Beating the heat, getting clean and supporting the military was at the heart of Dogtopia’s mission last weekend in San Marcos. Dogtopia’s annual charity dog wash on June 4 went towards benefitting the nonprofit Shelter to Soldier, which adopts shelter dogs and trains them to be service dogs for military veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Pictured above: Ivy, a Chocolate Labrador, gets hosed down. Photo by Tony Cagala

Roberts, Gaspar to face off in November By Aaron Burgin

REGION — Kristin Gaspar arrived at Golden Hall in San Diego shortly after 8:30 p.m. on June 7, flanked by her husband, Paul, several supporters and her campaign manager. Early on in the evening, she expressed confidence that the early returns would hold up and that she would advance to the runoff against incumbent Supervisor Dave Roberts. “We’re really pleased,” Gaspar said. “It’s a good early indicator of what the vote will be and I am confident that the results will hold up.” As the evening progressed, the results changed very little, as Roberts emerged as the leader with 39.1 percent of the ballots counted, Gaspar placed second with 33.56 percent and Escondido Mayor Sam Abed finished in third with 27.34 percent. Roberts and Gaspar will now face off in a runoff election Nov. 8, in a race that will more than likely be one of the more high-profile races on the November ballot. For Roberts, who faces a serious test in his first re-election bid after he was embroiled in an office scandal and county policy violations that cost the county $310,000 last year to settle, Tuesday night’s results reaffirmed his belief that the voters are happy with his performance, he said. “It really shows that our message did catch on with the voters, that this nasty campaign that both of my competitors waged does not work,” Roberts said. “They need to figure out a new pony to ride in the fall, because obviously attack-

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Detectives investigating body found in vehicle By Tony Cagala

ESCONDIDO — The body of a 38-year-old female was found in a parked car Monday afternoon on the side of the northbound Interstate 5 onramp at El Norte Parkway. The discovery led to the closure of the onramp soon after investigators responded to the call at 1:10 p.m. Investigators with the Escondido Police Department have since learned the identity of the woman, but her name

is not yet being released, Lt. Ed Varso said on Wednesday. The woman had an injury to her head and blood on her body, according to Varso. They are continuing to work with the medical examiner’s office and forensic unit to determine the cause of death, he added. On Monday, investigators searched the vehicle, a black Mercury sedan and the surrounding TURN TO INVESTIGATION ON 16

‘Splash Pads’ to resume in San Marcos A voter gets her ballot at the American Legion Post in Encinitas, which served as one of the county’s polling places on June 7. Photo by Tony Cagala

ing me and attacking each other did not work.” Roberts said he was confident that he would prevail against either of his opponents in a runoff. “We were greatly outspent and we plan to be greatly outspent during the fall, but the voters can see through all that nonsense and they really like what I have delivered the past four years and they told me they want me to continue that for the next four years,” he said. Gaspar received hundreds of thousands of dollars from political action committees sponsored by the San Diego Chamber of Commerce and the Lincoln Club. Supporters, however, said they believe that Gaspar poses more than just a threat to Roberts in the fall.

City’s popular attractions are returning due to water conservation efforts By Aaron Burgin

Dave Roberts

Kristin Gaspar

They believe she has the upper hand. “She will win,” said Maureen “Mo” Muir, a San Dieguito Union High School District board member who endorsed Gaspar’s campaign. “She is the strongest candidate of the three.” Gaspar said she believed voters would ultimately hold Roberts ac-

countable for his actions in the fall. “I think tonight sent the message that the voters will not stand for corruption at the county level or any level at all,” she said. Christy Guerin, a former Encinitas councilwoman and current Olivenhain TURN TO ELECTION ON 16

SAN MARCOS — The “on” switch is being flipped on the water features of five San Marcos Parks after two years of being turned off due to drought. San Marcos announced this week that the “splash pads” at Sunset, San Elijo, Buelow, Mulberry and Discovery Lake parks will be turned on from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. starting Friday and through Sept. 30. City officials credited the change of heart to easing drought conditions and the city’s water conservation efforts. “Thanks to continued water saving efforts this past year both in San Marcos and regionally, we are pleased to announce that one of our most popular summer at-

tractions is returning,” City Manager Jack Griffin said. The city shut down the water features at the five parks in July 2014, when searing heat and record shortfalls of rain pushed California into one of the worst water shortages on record. At the time, city officials said the shutdown would save the city between 8,100 and 12,150 gallons of water per day. San Marcos was not alone, as a number of cities in San Diego County shut down the popular splash pads to save water. The city will continue other water conservation efforts, including reduced irrigation schedules, conversion of conventional sprinkler spray heads with high efficiency sprinkler heads, the installation of drip irrigation, the use of native and/ or drought tolerant plants in new or rehabilitated public space landscaping, retrofitting of city buildings with low-flow water fixtures, and the conducting of landscape irrigation audits, according to a city release.

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Vallecitos general manager retires By Aaron Burgin

SAN MARCOS — Longtime Vallecitos Water District General Manager Dennis Lamb has retired after more than 30 years with the district. Lamb was appointed to his current position in 2010, replacing William W. Rucker, who retired. The California Special Districts Association named Lamb General Manager of the Year in 2015. The Vallecitos Water board of directors honored Lamb last week for his years of service, which began in 1982 when he was hired as a temporary draftsman and later promoted to engineering technician. “In my time working with Dennis, it was clear that he brought a passion to Vallecitos that exuded commitment and leadership, which has had a profound impact on the entire water community in our region,” Vallecitos Board President Mike Sannella said. “On behalf of the Board of Di-

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rectors, I want to thank General Manager Lamb for his many years of service and dedication to Vallecitos Water District and our customers. His leadership and commitment to excellence will be missed. “We wish him the best as he moves on to this next chapter in his life.” Lamb worked through various engineering positions, including deputy manager, before being promoted to general manager. He advocated for water supply diversification strategies, including the Carlsbad Desalination Plant and was involved with the construction of district’s Twin Oaks Reservoir Tank No. 2, a 40-million gallon underground water storage facility, and the redesign of the District’s Meadowlark Water Reclamation Facility. Lamb implemented cost-saving measures, which have resulted in Vallecitos’ rates consistently staying below the county average, according to a news release. The board appointed assistant General Manager Tom Scaglione to serve as interim general manager.

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No wood fires allowed at local state beaches By Steve Puterski

REGION — Wood burning fires are no longer permitted at five state beaches in San Diego County. According to San Diego Coast District Superintendent Robin Greene of the California Department of Parks and Recreation, the beaches include Carlsbad State Beach (at Ponto and Tamarack), Cardiff, Leucadia and San Elijo state beaches. The policy was announced on June 1. “There has been discussion of doing something about the huge safety violations we have because of the beach fires, the ground fires and the illegal fires,” Greene said. The new policy, according to Greene, is intended to prevent injuries and reduce beach debris. She said the amount of nails, hot coals and debris scattered over the beaches forced the state to intervene. In fact, Greene said the State Parks have been discussing banning wood fires for years. She said numerous reports of third-degree burns from buried coals, impalements from nails, debris and the discoloration of the beaches forced the state’s hand. “There has been much consideration on the topic and the safety hazards are more serious than the general public realizes,” Greene said. “The change is actually minor but it

A lifeguard picks up debris and coals from a fire at one of San Diego County’s beaches. The State Parks Department implemented a woodfire ban recently at several beaches in the county. Courtesy photo

will result in major improvements at all the state beaches. The hot coal and nail hazards are not visible, nor preventable except by altering how people make their beach bonfires. Those daytime visitors who are being injured,

sometimes seriously, have done nothing wrong except think they could walk out to the beach in sandals or barefooted and experience their beaches safely.” The two beaches in Carlsbad, especially South Ponto, were the most egre-

gious concerning illegal fires and debris left behind. Greene said the department even provided bins for coals, but some would bury the hot briquettes instead, which could remain white-hot for days. The Junior Lifeguard Program, which is held at South Ponto, spends 30 to 45 minutes each day picking up nails and debris. “We have a number of injuries … we almost know how many nails are in a pallet,” she added. “It’s not an easy thing to deal with. The rangers make a lot of contact around the beach.” Enforcement, meanwhile, is also a challenge, Greene said as State Park lifeguards and rangers are much fewer in number against the population using the beach. She said warnings will be given and if incidents of illegal nighttime fires continue, tickets will be issued. “We depend on people to follow the rules,” Greene added. “I think our challenge here is to shift people’s behavior in a minor way.” Greene stressed her department does not want to end fires on the beach, but rather have it done in a responsible manner. She said the state is working with businesses and stakeholders to offer an affordable solution in the form of TURN TO FIRES ON 16

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Wohlford Dam project put on hold By Steve Puterski

ESCONDIDO — Rehabilitation of the Wohlford Dam is on hold. The city of Escondido was alerted to language “deep” into the State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan program, which federal guidelines prohibit the money from being used for dams or the rehabilitation of dams, according to Public Utilities Director Chris McKinney. The project was slated for completion by the end of 2017. The City Council previously approved the utility department’s application for $25 million in SRF loan funding. However, after reviewing the application, the California Department of Water Resources notified the city the project was ineligible for funding. “We were hoping to cover some of the rising costs with the State Revolving Fund,” McKinney said. “After we got the application submitted, we learned that deep in the language of the federal authorization for this money … there is a prohibition on dams. That leaves us in a bit of a lurch.” Much of the money for the SRF program comes from federal sources and the state administers the funds to qualifying projects. The total project cost is projected to be between $45 million and $50 mil-

lion, although the cost has rise by nearly $20 million since the city identified the project about five years ago. Although the city was awarded $15 million in matching grant funds from the state and budgeted about $9 million of available funds for the project, there is insufficient money to move forward with the project. An additional $21 million to $26 million is needed, according to a press release from the city. “The cost of the dam has gone up through the design as we learned what the federal requirements, state requirements and also the site conditions dictate on the design,” McKinney said. “We are trying to fill that gap.” Pending permits needed from San Diego County, staff had planned to bid the first phase of project (realignment of Oakvale Road) later this summer. However, additional sources of potential federal funding are presently scheduled for appropriation in one year or later. McKinney said the oneyear timeline is because the project would need congressional approval, if funding were secured through those measures. “We are trying to find other sources of funding,” he added. “Assuming that we are deemed a good project to fund, and congress approves funding, we are looking at a year.”

One of the most promising sources of federal funding is a program administered by the Department of Agriculture to fund dam rehabilitation. McKinney said another option is through the Army Corps of Engineers. City staff, meanwhile, has been in communication concerning the $15 million in matching grant from the state, according to the city’s release. This grant requires project completion by the end of 2017, which is now not possible. The grant administrators in the Department of Water Resources, however, have shown a willingness to extend the term of the agreement as necessary to complete the project. Staff in the Division of Safety of Dams, a division of the Department of Water Resources, also supports this extension so the outlook for the state grant funding remains optimistic. In 2010, the water level of the lake was lowered by half because a dam assessment showed that the upper portion of the dam wasn’t earthquake proof and could lead to catastrophic flooding of the city. McKinney said those low levels will remain in place. However, since the lower levels produce less water, the city will generate less power from its TURN TO WOHLFORD ON 16

A Mexican free-tailed bat, like the one pictured, tests positive for rabies after it was found on the grounds of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park on June 11. Photo courtesy the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Rabid bat found at Safari Park By Tony Cagala

ESCONDIDO — A Mexican free-tailed bat, native to Southern California, that was found alive on the grounds of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park on Saturday tested positive for rabies. On June 11, a park employee discovered the bat on the ground in the Nairobi Village area, where trained staff eventually captured and a transported the animal away for care, according to Christina Simmons, a spokesperson from San Diego Zoo Global. The bat was apparently not one of the park’s animals, according to a news

release from the county of San Diego. On June 13, the bat was transferred to the county for rabies testing, which was confirmed with a positive result. “There is no reason to believe that any guests, staff or volunteers came into contact with the bat but in an excess of caution Health and Human Services has sent out information to the public to make them aware of this incident and to advise them if they have any concerns,” Simmons said. The county is asking anyone that might have directly handled the rabid

bat to contact them immediately by calling (619) 692-8499. This is the second bat found in the county this year that has tested positive for rabies, according to Tom Christensen of the county of San Diego Communications office. Last year, six bats tested positive for rabies. “People should always stay away from bats and other wild animals to prevent possible exposure to rabies,” said County Public Health Officer Wilma Wooten, M.D., M.P.H., in a news release. “If you see a bat, dead or alive, don’t touch it.”

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North County youth share powerful role of grandparents in preventing prescription drug abuse By North Coastal Prevention Coalition

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GOP has only itself to blame for ballot absence California Focus By Thomas D. Elias One clear precedent emerged from California’s primary election results: There will be no Republican contending this fall for the U.S. Senate seat about to be vacated by the retiring Democratic Sen. Barbara Boxer, the first time the race for a statewide office has ever devolved into a one-party affair. The reason is clear, too. Not only did the GOP fail to field a truly formidable Senate candidate this year, but the party had only one hopeful among its five (somewhat) significant springtime candidates with any experience in elective office. Keep this up and the GOP will be seeing many more big Democrat-on-Democrat contests. By contrast, the Democrats fielded two electoral veterans, two-term state Attorney General Kamala Harris, also a former two-term district attorney of San Francisco, and 10term Orange County Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez. The returns left little doubt that Republicans could have won a place on the fall ballot if their vote had not been completely fractured. Instead, all five at least somewhat well known GOP hopefuls stayed in the race to the bitter end (which ended bitterly for them all) even though their party probably could have won a November slot if four of them had dropped out and essentially instructed Republican loyalists to vote for the remaining survivor. This actually should have been done before the March 16 filing deadline if the party expected to make a Senate run in the

fall.

Instead, the last of the GOP candidates to file — Silicon Valley entrepreneur Ron Unz — waited until that very date before submitting his papers. A party once known for its firm internal discipline had none this year. Even when polls repeatedly showed GOP candidates drawing less than 10 percent each among likely primary voters, none dropped out to let Republicans coalesce around someone. The reason for all this was as clear as the result: No GOP candidate cared much if their party fielded no autumn candidate. All were apparently

but with the Top Two primary, we’re simply going to get situations like this from time to time.” Not exactly a cry of despair for the party he once headed. Said Unz, the author and chief funder of the 1998 Proposition 227, which all but ended bilingual education in California, “The truth is, I probably don’t care whether there’s a Republican candidate in the runoff. “I’ve never been anything but a registered Republican, but I’ve been disappointed with the positions many Republicans have been taking lately. And from the other two Republicans in this race, I

A party once known for its firm internal discipline had none this year. content to leave that election strictly to the Democrats, with GOP voters perhaps a moderating influence, as they often have been in all-Democrat races for state legislative jobs. Such one-party races have been common since voters adopted the Top Two primary election system as Proposition 14 in 2010, but until now, never before for a choice top-of-ticket job. It’s bound to leave rankand-file Republicans frustrated. “I doubt this will have long-term ramifications for the party,” said Palo Alto legal arbitrator George (Duf) Sundheim, the leading vote getter among GOP candidates and one of two former state Republican Party chairmen who insisted on staying in the primary. “Yes, it would be helpful to other candidates further down the ballot to have a Republican at the top of the ticket,

did not see anything interesting. “To win, any Republican would need a lot of crossover voters, but it’s difficult to see two longtime party functionaries managing that.” Unz began by admitting he expected to lose the primary, but wanted the bully pulpit the campaign offered for talking about how to preserve his 1998 Proposition 227, which ended most bilingual education in California. The result leaves the field to Harris and Sanchez, with the winner likely to be the one who can attract the most Republicans this fall. Neither came close to dominating the spring campaign, both falling far short of the vital 50 percent benchmark. Email Thomas Elias at tdelias@aol.com. For more Elias columns, visit californiafocus.net

Grandparents play a “powerful” role in the battle against prescription drug abuse, which has become a leading cause of accidental death in San Diego County, according to the San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office. Who better to hear that message from than teens, who are often the first to hear about the latest drug trends? On May 18, eight teens from North County area high schools teamed up with the Carlsbad Police Department and Vista Community Clinic at the Rancho Carlsbad Women’s Club luncheon to present “The Power of Grandparents: How Seniors Can Play an Important Role in Preventing Prescription Drug Abuse.” This intergenerational program gave senior citizens the unique opportunity to hear from youth about the dangers of prescription drug abuse and learn about important precautions, such as taking medications as directed, not sharing prescriptions with family, and securing medications in a safe place away from visitors and youth. “Many seniors do not realize that friends and family are the most common source of medications for non-medical use,” explained Yoli Delgado, a senior at Oceanside High School and moderator of the presentation. “We hope to inspire them to keep track of their medications and secure them in a safe place.” According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, persons aged 65 years and older comprise only 13 percent of the population, yet account for more than one-third of total outpatient spending on prescription medications in the United States. Prescription drug abuse is one of the nation’s fast-

est growing drug problems. Every day, more than 1,600 teenagers use a prescription drugs for the first time, according to the 2014 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. About 64 percent of teens ages 12 to 17 who have abused pain relievers say they got them from their friends or relatives, typically without their knowledge, according to the Partnership at drugfee.org. By simply removing un-

Many seniors do not realize that friends and family are the most common source of medications for non-medical use.” Yoli Delgado Student, Oceanside High School

used prescriptions and disposing of them safely, grandparents and others can help reduce youth access to prescription drugs. In addition to the dangers of prescription drug abuse, attendees learned how grandparents can play a special role in their grandkids’ lives. Yessica Solano, a senior at El Camino High School, described the impact her relationship with her grandmother had on her. “My grandmother was an amazing person and inspired me to want to give back to my community,” Solano shared.

“She’s the reason I wanted to be part of this presentation.” The luncheon also included a portable drop box where seniors were encouraged to bring unused or expired medications. Nearly a third of the 50 participants at the luncheon took advantage of the opportunity to go through their medicine cabinets and dispose of unused prescriptions. Officer Zavala with the Carlsbad Police Department was on hand to dispose of the contents safely. Carlsbad also provides a permanent Prescription Drop Box located at the Carlsbad Safety Center, 2560 Orion Way in Carlsbad that residents can use year round to dispose of unused or expired prescriptions. In San Diego County, approximately 30,000 pounds of medications are disposed of annually in permanent drop boxes and through DEA-sponsored Take Back Days. Despite this, a recent UCSD School of Pharmacy online survey revealed that 75 percent of local residents still flush, keep or improperly dump their unwanted or expired medications. For more information on prescription drug abuse, proper disposal, and permanent drop box locations, visit SanDiegoRxAbuseTaskForce.org The mission of North Coastal Prevention Coalition is to reduce the harm of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana and other drugs in the cities of Carlsbad, Oceanside and Vista through community action, education, support and collaboration. Funded in part by the County of San Diego, HHSA, Behavioral Health Service through a contract to to Vista Community Clinic. For more information visit northcoastal preventioncoalition.org.

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Palomar College selects new superintendent New approach By Aaron Burgin

SAN MARCOS — Palomar College’s yearlong search to find a permanent superintendent/ president is over. The college district’s governing board voted June 14 to appoint Joi Lin Blake, the president of the College of Alameda, to oversee the district’s dayto-day operations. Blake will begin her duties at Palomar July 11. “We are excited that Dr. Blake will be joining Palomar College as our 10th Superintendent/President,” said Mark Evilsizer, Palomar Community College District Governing Board President. “Her enthusiasm, professionalism and progressive leadership will help steer the college into the future, as we continue to provide the highest level of educational

The Palomar College district’s governing board votes to appoint Joi Lin Blake, the president of the College of Alameda, to oversee the district’s day-to-day operations. Courtesy photo

excellence for the region.” Blake emerged from a group of three finalists for the position during the district’s second round of

searching for a permanent replacement to former president for Robert Deegan, who retired in July 2015. It appeared the college was set to select Deegan’s replacement in October 2015, when they announced two finalists and held a round of public question-and-answer sessions and a board interview of both candidates. But the college announced in mid-November that it was closing the search without hiring either of the candidates,Gregory Anderson of Cañada College; and Lynn Neault of the San Diego Community College District. College officials declined to state the reasons for suspending the first search, because the deliberations occurred in closed

session and are therefore confidential. The first search was headed by PPL, Inc., a recruitment firm that specializes in California community college executive searches. The district paid $26,000 for the search, according to the district’s contract with the firm. The Board in March approved a new contract with recruiting arm of the South Lake Tahoe-based Association of Community College Trustees, the nonprofit group that represents college trustees. That contract was for $35,000 plus travel expenses. According to a news release, Blake has over 30 years of experience, including her current position in the Peralta ComTURN TO BLAKE ON 16

Escondido approves operating budget through 2018 By Steve Puterski

ESCONDIDO — Revenues are growing, but the City Council is keeping its eye on the economy. The council approved the operating budget for fiscal years 2016-17 and 2017-18 during its weekly meeting. According to Sheryl Bennett, director of administrative services, the operating budget for FY 2016-17 is projected to be $92.6 million, while she also projected budgets of about $95.9 million and $97.8 million for FY’s 201819 and 2019-20, respectively. “The budget process … is getting better and more transparent,” said Mayor Sam Abed. “We’ve been working on this for three months.” Still, councilman Ed

Gallo voiced concerns about varying projections from economists about Escondido’s economy, which a downturn would affect its sales tax revenue. “I’m happy with the 2.5 percent increase in revenue and expenses,” he said. “My only issues is I’m getting mixed signals from economists and if sales tax drops.” For FY 2016-17, city staff projected $37.2 million in sales tax income, which accounts for 40 percent of the operating budget. Property taxes are poised to generate $23 million, or 26 percent, with other taxes, services and other sources, such as permits and fines, accounting for the remainder of the general fund sources. Police and fire protection, meanwhile, account

for the largest expenditures at a combined 67 percent, although EPD Chief Craig Carter said overtime increases should be limited more than usual. However, he warned there is no predicting when an emergency or other situations may occur, which would affect overtime. In addition, Carter said his department is currently down four officers, although they city has the resources to fill those positions. He also said funds are available and he’s received prior approval to hire an additional officer if necessary. As for other increases, Bennett said CalPERS, the public employees retirement fund, will rise by about $900,000, while workmen’s compensation is slated for $370,000, med-

ical insurance projected at $190,000 and utilities at $414,000 due to a rte increase from San Diego Gas & Electric. Gallo also inquired about the economic development budget, which he said is critical to the city’s growth and health. City Manager Graham Mitchell said those funds have been reallocated into the city manager’s budget. “Most of it relates to staff in the city manager’s budget,” he said. “We also included funding for Innovate 78.” Councilwoman Olga Diaz inquired about broadcasting planning commission meetings, which the city currently does not. Only city council meetings are streamed online and TURN TO BUDGET ON 16

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By Steve Puterski

REGION — The California State Water Resources Control Board approved May 18 a new approach to water conservation. A localized “stress test” mandates urban water suppliers to ensure at least a three-year supply to their customers under drought conditions. This resolution replaces the emergency order placed Feb. 2, and other before then, by Gov. Gerry Brown. The new guidelines set specific water conservation benchmarks for urban suppliers, according to a press release from the state water board. Mario Remillard, Meter and Customer Services Supervisor for the Carlsbad Municipal Water District, said the city’s 20 percent mandate is in effect until the city submits its water production data to the state by June 22. He added the city does not expect to have a shortfall. However, the state will use data from the 2012-13, 1314 and 14-15 water years in its calculation. Remillard said the district will have a backup plan for a 10 percent shortfall in case the state comes up with different numbers that CMWD. In addition, Remillard said the district will revisit the two-day per week watering schedule in August and make any adjustments based on the data. “My end is to make sure that our customers continue to reduce their use or save water as best as possible going into the future,” he said. “It’s just the new way of life. The prohibitions aren’t going away.” In Escondido, Public Utilities Director Chris McKinney said the new guidelines are welcomed by all agencies in San Diego County. He said billions have been spent over the past several decades to shore up supply to ensure water users have their share. He said the cumulative total, which Escondido met throughout the past year, has been reduced from 20 percent to 12. These standards require local water agencies to ensure a viable supply assuming three more dry years like the ones the state experienced from 2012 to 2015. Water agencies facing shortages under three additional dry years will be required to meet a conservation standard equal to the amount of shortage. For example, if a water

agency projects it would have a 10 percent supply shortfall, their mandatory conservation standard would be 10 percent. As for Escondido and Carlsbad, those agencies are not in jeopardy of missing their goals, McKinney and Remillard said. “We met our cumulative targets and feel confident will meet those (new) targets,” McKinney said. “I think the entire region is also excited about some of the proposals about how agencies will be able to look at their three-year supply. San Diego (county) has always had enough supply to meet the demand.” Carlsbad imports a majority of its water, but receives between seven and 10 percent from the desalination plant and more than 25 percent from recycled water, which is used for irrigation purposes. In Escondido, McKinney said the city’s supply is mostly imported from the San Diego County Water Authority, although it does receive water from rights from the San Luis River, which then takes it through the Escondido canal. “We do have our local water supply,” he added. “That helps us. Since we have been pretty good at cutting water over the years, we have been given credit for that. As it stands now, we are in very good shape.” Projections and calculations of the data used to determine the measures will be disclosed publicly, the water board said in its press release. In addition, the information is provided by water wholesale suppliers about regional supplies will fare during the additional three dry years. The new regulation also requires urban water suppliers to continue their reporting. The adopted regulation also keeps in place the specific prohibitions against certain water uses. Those prohibitions include watering down a sidewalk with a hose instead of using a broom or a brush, or overwatering a landscape to where water is running off the lawn, over a sidewalk and into the gutter. Prohibitions directed to the hospitality industry and against homeowners associations taking action against homeowners during a declared drought remain as well. Remillard said runoff from sprinklers and other sources is perhaps the biggest challenge facing the district. “That’s what we are really keeping our eye on,” he added. Brown mandated a statewide 25 percent water reduction in April 2015 and one month later, the water board instituted an immediate 25 percent reduction in overall potable water use. Water users saved 1.3 million acrefeet of water from June 2015 through March. An acre-foot is about 326,000 gallons, or enough water to cover one acre, about the size of a football field, one foot deep.

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s I’ve shared in the past, part of my professional work involves election analysis. This past Election Night was one for the storybooks. The day before Election Day, I conducted about nine or so media interviews — I provided analysis on what to expect for turnout, voter dynamics, and close races to watch. We rarely ever get any “wild cards” in our local contests — so many of them are blowouts, with a strong voter presence for approving incumbents and a fairly pro-business stance on ballot propositions. Typically, primary election voters are older, Republicans, and fairly conservative. Not so this election. I nicknamed June 7 to be a “blue primary” — heavy Democratic turnout was projected, largely driven by the presidential race between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders. Historic voter registration records were exceeded; more than 254,000 new voters registered in San Diego County since Jan. 1 of this year, and more than 2 million statewide. Most of these new voters are Millenials, Democratic leaning, and overall fit the demographic profile of Bernie Sanders supporters. Was Bernie going to win California? Late polls showed it to be a dead heat. This in turn generated more Democratic voter interest in the election, and had an impact in down ticket races, particularly in North County. The 49th Congressional District, which hugs the northern coastal communities from La Jolla to Camp Pendleton, was a surprisingly close race; at last count, incumbent Congressman Darrell Issa was ahead over Democratic challenger

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Doug Applegate 48.8 percent to 47.86 percent in the San Diego portion of the district, which also cuts into northern coastal Orange County. Issa has a real race on his hands in the November runoff, and will have to fight to keep his seat; my precinct level analysis finds he did best in the Camp Pendleton borderlands of Oceanside, Carlsbad, and the unincorporated county areas, whereas Applegate dominated coastal precincts, Encinitas, Solana Beach and Del Mar. The 3rd Supervisorial District was an interesting one to watch. Incumbent Supervisor Dave Roberts is headed to a runoff race this fall against Encinitas Mayor Kristin Gaspar, who defeated Escondido Mayor Sam Abed and clinched the runoff spot. Gaspar performed best in Encinitas, along coastal areas, and is expected to pick up Abed’s votes in the November faceoff. The biggest surprise on Election Night was in the San Diego City Attorney’s race, and San Diego City Council District 9. Deputy City Attorney Mara Elliott bested two heavyweight Democratic contenders to face off in the November against Deputy District Attorney Robert Hickey. Mara’s ballot title, and seemingly strong support within precincts with large numbers of minority young female voters clinched her the nomination over hundreds of thousands of dollars raised by her opponents. I’ll do a follow-up analysis, but it’s likely many of these voters were new voters, energized by the Democratic presidential race. Did you vote? You’ll be sure you’ll want to in the fall — lots of races in North County will be on the ballot for city councils and other local contests. I’m sure we may have some close elections and a wild card or two. Be sure to register before Election Day! Vince Vasquez is a think tank analyst based in Torrey Pines. He is a Carlsbad resident.

BRIGHTEST DIAMONDS Special “Diamonds,” from left, Isabella Fierro, Aarian Swift, Breanna Tirado, Emily Bruzer, Brianna Robles, Anne State and Semaj Williamson, receive honors at the Boys & Girls Club of Vista 2016 Diamond Ball Gala on May 14. Courtesy photo

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e’ve got birds. Now I’d like to know what

kind they are. I don’t want to know badly enough to sit still and take photos. I keep wishing I could record their songs and match them on the Internet, but that’s unlikely, too. Everyone has birds, you say. True, but our bird population has really grown these past few years. They began to hang around more once we no longer had two breeds of bird dog, leaping around our backyard. But the real change has come since my retired husband turned the yard into 10 raised garden beds. Apparently, our garden offers the perfect blend of insects and produce. We did cover the blueberries and strawberries with a bird net, but our winged visitors seem to manage on whatever is left. I also suspect that hope springs eternal in the birdie breast, much like in our dogs. If they can see

it, there is always a chance they might get a bite of it. And since my husband is the king of organic gardening, I expect we offer a wider selection of bugs than some. Therefore, birds are my new best friends. Anything, from bats to birds, that will dispose of insects without leaving any residue (well, no toxic residue) goes right to the top of my favorite things list. And this week, my husband reported some Alfred Hitchcock moments, as birds began to gather around him.

I guess they have decided that he is just some sort of moving plant. Since he has been out in the yard every day for six months, they have begun to occasionally perch near him and just stare. First there was a dove that walked around the yard for a few days. Then some LBB’s (little brown birds) that landed nearby. Then the hummingbird began just hovering about, after initially dive-bombing him, just to make sure he knew she meant busi-

ness regarding avoidance of her nest. It appears he has passed the friend-or-enemy test. I rather expect to walk out and see him recreating that scene from “Snow White,” where she sings and the birds land on her arms and shoulders and sing with her. I just hope the neighbors don’t notice. Jean Gillette is a freelance writer married to a St. Francis wannabe. Contact her at jgillette@ coastnewsgroup.com.

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San Marcos arts center opens door to healing, hope By Hoa Quach

SAN MARCOS — Elena Lai Etcheverry remembers a time when she taught an art class to servicemembers at Camp Pendleton. The Marines were all diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder, and the art class was meant to help them find a way to heal. “One of the guys said the artwork he brought home to show his wife said more to her than he ever did in their whole relationship,” Etcheverry said. “She could feel the pain and hardships he went through because of his artwork. Art stimulates the subconscious and lets you say things you didn’t know was inside of you.” Etcheverry is the founder of Charity Wings, a San Marcos-based nonprofit that provides a 3,000 square foot space for all people to do and enjoy art. The San Marcos native began the organization more than 10 years ago with the goal of fundraising for other nonprofits through art. The first event Etcheverry hosted was a scrapbooking event that raised $2,500 for the American Heart Association Wear Red for Women Campaign with just 14 people in attendance. After the first event, the charity quickly grew and raised more than $300,000 for more than 70 charities.

Elena Lai Etcheverry is the founder of Charity Wings, a nonprofit that provides a public spaces for people to do artwork. The San Marcos native has a mission of sharing her love of art and giving others an outlet for creativity. Photo by Hoa Quach

But, Etcheverry had a vision of doing more. In 2013, she opened Charity Wings Art and Craft Center near California State University San Marcos with the goal of providing people hope and healing through artwork. “I didn’t want to re-

invent the wheel but after I did some research I couldn’t find what I wanted,” Etcheverry said. “We had all these connections and they all wanted to give us supplies so I thought, ‘Why don’t we open a space to let people use art as a healing tool?’ There

are places to make art but there isn’t a single place like this. We give people an experience through creativity.” Today, the space behind The Quad is open seven days a week with Etcheverry working full-time for a small salary and the

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help of two part-time employees. The arts center is also supported by 12 to 15 volunteers who teach art classes and 130 people who pay to use the space. All art supplies are also donated. On any given day, one can find members of other nonprofits utilizing the

space to use art as a form of expression. “It’s about giving people access to art,” Etcheverry said. “Here you can find any type of art no matter the medium. We pretty much have everything here. We provide the space and supplies so any nonprofit can come and apply for classes. It’s free to charities. Every single person is welcomed here.” When the nonprofit celebrates its 15th anniversary, Etcheverry said she hopes to have at least one additional arts center in another city to spread her mission of healing through creativity. “The ultimate goal is to open art centers in every city,” Etcheverry said. “In order to get there we need to get the administrative side locked in and create a cookie-cutter format that can work anywhere. If we have a system in place, we can easily fill a space with supplies.” For now, Etcheverry said she wants all people to know that anyone can benefit from artwork. “Everyone is susceptible to art,” she said. “It doesn’t matter who you are, what your gender is or what your sexual orientation is. Everyone can make art, be a part of art and benefit from art.” For more information about Charity Wings, go to charitywings.org.

The 2016 Cox Scholars at a recent lunch held in their honor.

Cox Charities recently awarded scholarships to graduating high school seniors in San Diego County, including students in North County’s Inland neighborhoods, in recognition of their academic achievements, community service and leadership. Congratulations and good luck to all of the 2016 Cox Scholars as they head to college! Since 2000, nearly 600 students have received more than $1 million in scholarships. To learn more about Cox Charities, including how to apply for an upcoming nonprofit grant, visit www.coxcharitiesca.org.

Eight graduating inland North County students were recently awarded scholarships from Cox Communications. Pictured from left to right are Devyn Donahue (Vista), Fidel Zea (Escondido), Jennifer Yanez (Escondido), Michael Pineda (Escondido) and Blanca Hernandez (Vista). Not pictured are Estefania Flores (San Marcos), Jessica Pan (San Marcos) and Jeffery Yarush (Valley Center).

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JUNE 17 FAMILY FELLOWSHIP CAMP Register now for the K-6 Cave Quest Kidz Day Vacation Bible School from 9 a.m. to noon June 20 through June 24 at Family Fellowship Church, 420 N. El Camino Real, Oceanside. It includes a T-shirt, snack, crazy games, movie time and more. Register at ffckidz.org. Walkups welcome. Cost is $20 per child. Call (760) 4391971 ext. 306. JUNE 18 BEST BEGONIAS Come dig your own begonias at the Begonia Festival June 18 and June 19 at Weidner’s Gardens, 695 Normandy Road, Encinitas. CALLING ALL FAIRIES Children (and parents) are invited to the Fairy Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 18 at San Diego Botanic Gardens in Encinitas, with fairy- and garden-themed crafts, music and more. DUAL IMMERSION BOOK CLUB Rincón Literario (The Literary Corner), Escondido Public Library’s bilingual book discussion group, will meet from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. June 18 at 239 S. Kalmia St., Escondido. It is part of the Summer Reading Challenge which runs from June 13 to July 31 and the book choice is “El Guardián Invisible,” “The Invisible Guardian” by Dolores Redondo. WALK THROUGH HISTORY The Encinitas Historical Society will hold a free docent-led walking tour of Historic Encinitas at 10 a.m. June 18. Meet at the 1883 Schoolhouse at 390 West F St. The tour finishes around noon. For more information, call docent Susan Daniel at (760) 274-7804. JUNE 20 SEE THE REVAMPED DOVE Reservations are due June 20 for the celebration of the grand reopening of the Carlsbad City Library on Dove Lane at 10 a.m. June 25 at 1775 Dove Lane. Enjoy tours, entertainment, children’s activities and refreshments. RSVP to Sandra.riggins @carlsbadca. gov or (760) 434-2920. SURF DAY The Surfrider Foundation San Diego County Chapter is hosting a free family-friendly surf day from 4 to 7 p.m. at Seaside State Beach in Solana Beach. There will be a paddle out at 5:30 p.m. and surf session to follow, and a beach cleanup. Bring a blanket, towel, or lawn chair and picnic. For more information, visit surfridersd.org or call (440) 749- 6845. SHERIFF AUXILLIARY Are you retired and looking for something to do? Consider the Sheriff’s Senior Volunteer service within Vista, by calling (760) 940-4434. The group is for men and women at least 50 years old, an American citizen, and able to pass a background check,

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Dr. Clarence Harvey was born in Santa Ana California on March 31, 1924. Clarence, or Stub as he later became know as to his family and friends, played football and was the was a well liked and respected student body president of Santa Ana High School. Dr. Harvey went on to attend Stanford University from 1941 to 1943 where he continued to play football and became a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. When World War 11 broke out, as Stanford did not participate in the V12 program, Dr. Harvey joined the navy and completed his premedical training at UCLA in 1943. While attending UCLA, Dr. Harvey also played football. Dr. Harvey then went on to attend USC Medical School. While attending USC Medical School, dr. Harvey

fell in love with and married his wife Katie Harvey. One of Dr.Harvey’s accomplishments was that upon entering USC Medical School Dr. Harvey managed to persuade the USC Dean to allow him to play football for USC. Dr. Harvey played in the 1946 Rose Bowl when USC played Alabama. Upon completing USC Medical School, Dr. Harvey and Katie moved to Duluth, Minnesota where he completed a one year surgical residency. It was in Duluth that Stub and Katie started a family and met Dr. John and Loi Egdahl. Their meeting in Duluth began a lifelong friendship and medical partnership. Upon completion of his surgical residency in Duluth, Dr. Harvey and Katie moved to the warmer climate of Ventura, California for a general practice internship at the Ventura County Hospital. Called back into the service in 1950, Dr. Harvey served in a medical and surgical unit during the Korean conflict. It was the first time MASH units were used on the battlefield. After serving in Korea, in 1951 Dr. Harvey and Katie moved to Oceanside, California where Dr. Harvey started a his medical practice and completed their family. Based only on a hand-

shake, in 1961, Dr. Harvey started the Mission Park Medical Clinic with Dr. John Egdhal, Dr. Jerry Colling, Dr. Aangelo “Gar” Garfolo, dentist Dr. Louis Snyder, and pharmacist Gordan Tate. Mission Park Medical Center later grew into Sharp Mission Park Medical Center. Sharp Mission Park Medical Center evolved into what is now Scripps Coastal Medical Center. Known to be an impenitently pragmatic man, Dr. Harvey was appreciated for his a soothing bedside manner Dr. Harvey was an old fashioned general practioner from the generation of doctors who made house calls, delivered babies, assisted with general surgery, and visited their patients in the hospital. All his patients commented that when they were injured or sick and “ Doc” Harvey walked into their room, they knew they were in good hands and they would be taken care of. Dr. Harvey spent many fall nights on the Oceanside football field where he was the team physician for the Mira Costa football team. He was also the doctor for the Carlsbad High School football team. In his spare time Dr. Harvey was an avid golfer and remained a Charger and Padre fan until the end.

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Dr, Harvey a very well loved physician, family man, contributing community man, and friend will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Dr. Harvey is survived by his son, Dr. Steve Harvey who resides in Guam; his daughters Diana Harvey of Carlsbad California, and Julie Hindle of Olivenhain, CA; his son Scott Harvey of Buellton, Ca; and his grandchildren Taylor, Kayla, and Keane Hindle of Olivenhain, CA, Grant and Marla Harvey of Buellton, California, and Patrick and Teague Harvey, and Nick and Ethan Harvey. Dr. Harvey was preceded by his loving wife Katie Harvey and his son, Richard Harvey. Dr. Harvey’s Celebratory Memorial Service is to being held at the Lomas Santa Fe County Club, June 26th,2016 from 1:30-4:00 p.m. All who wish to attend are invited to attend. Lomas Santa Fe country club is located at 1505 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, California, 92075. Memorial Tributes have been set up in Dr. Harvey’s name with Doctors Without Borders. Those who wish to contribute to Doctors Without Borders can do so by mailing a contribution to P.O. Box 5022, Hagertown, Maryland 21741 or calling 1-888-392-0392.

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Marine wife bakes up her own delicious career lime squares and strawberry streusel bars. Her favorite pastry is the brown butter tart. But The Copper Box really stands apart from other bakeries because she ties in her love for craft brews. She regularly infuses different craft beers into her pastries. Miranda can also be found at breweries such as Wavelength and Belching Beaver in Vista, and Rip Current in San Marcos where she pairs her pastries with brews. She also takes pride in utilizing ingredients from other local businesses. “One thing I focus on is locally sourced produce,” Miranda said. “We grow such a large amount in this region, especially in North County. We have some of the best strawberries in Oceanside. I like to bring everything full-circle by using local products.” Miranda said she isn’t sure where the next five years will take her or The Copper Box, but hopes to expand into the wholesale market. She could also be sharing her pastries in another part of the world. “We’ll go where the Marines take us,” Miranda said. The Copper Box will have pastries available at the Carlsbad Village Music Walk from 2:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. June 18. For more information, visit thecopperbox bakedgoods.com.

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Heather Miranda, a Vista resident, is the owner of The Copper Box, a baking company that provides pastries made from scratch and locally sourced products. Photo by Hoa Quach

“Working in a pastry restaurant didn’t work for our relationship because I wouldn’t be home until midnight or 1 a.m. and he would be asleep,” Miranda said. “In order for me to have the work-life balance I wanted, I had to start my own business.” With inspiration from her father, who owned a business, and her mother’s recipes, Miranda started The Copper Box. “My dad is a small busi-

ness owner and started his inspection company when I was 3,” Miranda said. “He’s modeled to me what hard work and commitment can accomplish for a family. He passed down his work ethic to me and gave me the confidence and go-getter attitude that is required for making a small business successful.” Working from her home kitchen, Miranda has developed her own recipes and sells pastries such as key

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JUNE 17 JAZZ ON CEDROS “Anna Danes Presents” returns for Jazz On Cedros at 6 p.m. June 17 at Carruth Cellars, 118 S. Cedros Ave., Suite C, Solana Beach. For tickets, visit jazzoncedros617. eventbrite.com. QUARTETO NUEVO Hear Music By The Sea: Quarteto Nuevo at 7:30 p.m. June 17, Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Tickets are $13 at encinitasca.gov/concerts.

The Patio Playhouse Theatre’s cast of Green Day’s “American Idiot” will begin performances June 24 at the Kit Carson Park Amphitheatre in Escondido. Photo by Matt FitzGerald

Playhouse departs from normal material with ‘American Idiot’ By Tony Cagala

ESCONDIDO — When the Patio Playhouse Theatre kicks off its 50th season it’ll be with a bang not a whimper. On June 24, the community theater’s troupe will bring Green Day’s angst-filled “American Idiot” to the stage at Kit Carson Amphitheatre. “It’s a punk rock opera,” said Matt FitzGerald, the show’s director and Playhouse board member. It’s also a noticeable departure from their normal repertoire that tends to fall along the lines of being family-friendly. FitzGerald admitted that it’s one of the more daring productions they’ve done, especially musicals, with the intention of pulling in a different crowd. But the story is one that has depth to it, FitzGerald said. Green Day’s album, “American Idiot,” was released in 2004, which later inspired the musical that would appear on Broadway, earn rave reviews and win two Tony awards in 2010. “There’s something they (Green Day) were trying to say from the very beginning. It just happened to route from the record to the show, instead of the other way around.” “American Idiot” centers around three restless young men living in suburbia struggling to find themselves during a time of boredom and malaise. The story is carried out almost entirely through the music of Green Day and lyrics from Green Day’s frontman Billie Joe Armstrong, with only a few snippets of dialogue spoken. And despite the album being released more than a decade ago, FitzGerald said the message still resonates today. “The message of the album is weaved into the story and the story, at its core, is a story they’ve been tell-

ing forever — which is it’s a story about growing up,” said FitzGerald. The album came out while FitzGerald was attending San Diego State University and earning a bachelor’s degree in music. And at 34, he said he’s one of the oldest people involved with the production. “I have people in the cast that are 16 years old — the album came out when they were 4 years old and it still speaks to them in the same way,” he said. The cast, comprised of all volunteer actors (everyone at the Patio Playhouse is a volunteer), has come from all over the county, including Temecula up north to Chula Vista down south.

FitzGerald thinks this might be the first time the show has been performed in the county since a professional cast toured it in 2013 and that generated excitement in the theater world. “I’ve been doing theater for a while and I’ve never had a cast locked in this tight,” FitzGerald said. The show has been described as “high energy,” and “emotional.” Other casts, FitzGerald has heard them say, is that the performance is like “P90X,” the musical, referring to the extreme home fitness workout program. In fact, the cast of the Berklee Repertory Theatre (where the show premiered in 2009) had to workout

every morning of each day so the actors could stay in shape enough for the performances. In this case, FitzGerald said the music really helps the actors keep up the intensity and energy of the performance at the right level. “There’s something TURN TO PLAYHOUSE ON 16

SUMMER OF CLASSES Artist/writer Mona Mills will teach free drawing classes at Del Mar Library Fridays at noon through July 29 at the Del Mar Library, 1309 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar. On. June 17: “Drawing the Human Head, Profile and Three-Quarters View” and June 24: “Demonstration of Painting the Hu-

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man Head, Three-Quarters View in Oils.” For more information, call the library at (858) 755-1666. JUNE 18 MOVIES IN THE PARK The city of Vista’s Movies in the Park series returns for another summer of free showings along with the Summer Fun Fest. This year’s slate of free movies begins with the 1980s film “The Goonies” at 8 p.m. June 18 at the Buena Vista softball fields, 1851 S. Melrose Drive. Attendees are invited to arrive early and picnic before each movie. For more information, call (760) 639-6151 or visit cityofvista.com. THEATER CAMP Rancho Santa Fe Village Church Community Theater Summer Theater Camp 2016 will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 18 through July 22, at The Village Church, 6225 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe. Camp Fee is $135 per camper. For information, visit villagechurchcommunitytheater.org /summer-theater-camp. VILLAGE MUSIC WALK The Carlsbad Village Music Walk is open from 2:30 to 10 p.m. June 18, with more than 30 performers on stages around the Village, plus a beer garden, food trucks and an artisan market. TURN TO ARTS CALENDAR ON 16

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The Carlsbad Village Music Walk runs from 2:30 to 10 p.m. on Saturday at various locations downtown. Courtesy photo

Find new music, bands at Carlsbad’s annual Village Music Walk By Steve Puterski

CARLSBAD — A wide variety of musical talent returns to the city Saturday for the fourth annual Village Music Walk. The free event offers more than 30 performers and includes a beer garden, food trucks, artisan market and children’s activi-

ties. The festival runs from 2:30-10 p.m. at locations throughout the Village. Carlsbad native Matt McBane, a violinist and composer who now resides in Brooklyn, N.Y., began the tradition 14 years ago after graduating from college, although the walk started 10 years later.

“Our slogan is ‘Adventurous Music by the Beach,’” McBane said. “We have a real eclectic group of music. Everything from emerging local indie rock bands to an Indian classical singer.” He said the common theme between the performers is they all provide an adventurous spirit in their music. In other words, it’s about the creativity of the collection of musicians descending on Carlsbad. Another aspect, McBane said, is to push people out of their normal musical tastes to discover something they haven’t heard before. Whether it’s a banjo-led band, a violinist or a funky rock group, the idea is to draw people to other tastes of music. “This adventurous mu-

sic is the idea,” McBane said. “There are 14 different venues. The idea is … people come to a bunch a different events and walk all around the Village.” In addition, it’s McBane’s way to kick off the summer, which is appropriate this weekend as forecasts call for high temperatures throughout the county. Stage locations include St. Michael’s Church, Carlsbad By the Sea, Witch Creek Winery, Choice Juicery, Spin Records, Clever Element, Giacoletti Music, NVA Foundry, Humble Olive Oils and the corner of State Street and Grand Avenue. McBane also organizes the annual Carlsbad Music Festival, which will run from Aug. 26 to Aug. 28.

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CARLSBAD — The walls will be alive with the sounds of, well whoever’s inside of them. When the world celebrates Make Music Day Tuesday, the Museum of Making Music will be, appropriately enough, celebrating right along with them by offering several opportunities to make music, including a unique, one-day only exhibit called the Infinity Chamber. The Infinity Chamber, though, might possibly be one of the most challenging of “instruments” to play. But what makes it challenging is that it requires the “player” to overcome their fears. “But the beauty of it is, once they do…it takes anything and turns it into something beautiful,” said Dr. Chris Warren, a sound artist and music composition professor at San Diego State University. Warren will be transforming a regular boardroom on the museum grounds into a “sound odyssey” with the Infinity Chamber — a pitch-black room save for a small pool of blue light emanating from the ceiling. A mounted microphone will capture whatever sounds the user makes and then route them into a laptop where a completely new sound will emerge from speakers surrounding the participant. Warren said the chamber is exactly what Make Music Day is all about. “Here is an installation that — it doesn’t make sound, it responds to sound. You have to bring your own sounds to it,” he said. That also can be one of the challenging aspects of the chamber — getting the older participants to overcome their shyness and open up their voices. “It really only takes a moment being in there, and realizing, ‘This doesn’t do anything until I activate it,’ and then people start,” he said. Kids, he added, have no trouble with it, though. “You make a sound, you make this energy in a space and it gradually dissipates and goes away,” Warren explained of the way sound works in phys-

ics. “And I wanted to make a space that obeyed a different physics, that had this sort of wondrous and imaginary physics where maybe sounds return later on… and where a single voice can turn into this rich, lush soundscape.” The museum will be taking part in Make Music Day for the second year in a row. The event that started in 1982 in France has now become a worldwide event, hosted in 700 cities in 120 countries, according to the Make Music Day website. Last year, the museum saw about 500 musicians and music lovers come through their doors to take part in the number of activities all about music, explained Carolyn Grant, the museum’s executive director. The museum will in a sense, serve as the “hub” for Make Music Day in San Diego this year. “We’re hoping that people will come from far and wide here to celebrate music day,” Grant said. While the museum celebrates music year round, Tuesday’s Make Music Day will only help to shine a spotlight on the fact that anybody can make music, Grant explained. “Whether you’re a lifetime music maker or you’ve never touched an instrument in your life, this is an opportunity to get up close with an instrument or just to hear music played right in front of you,” she said. But for those sounds coming from novice musicians, it could get messy. And just what is that difference between making noise and making music? “Noise is not organized,” said Warren. “Music is intentional. Music is meant to convey something. Music has a message,” he said. Music, he added, is “emotions turned into sound.” In New York City, the Make Music Day celebration has been taken to soaring levels of participation with more than 1,200 concerts on the streets, sidewalks and parks TURN TO MUSIC ON 16

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LOVAAS AT WOOD HOUSE The city of San Marcos presents a free concert with North County musician Cody Lovaas, at 6:30 pm. July 14 at the Wood House Gardens in Woodland Park, 1148 Rock Springs Road, San Marcos. Lovaas is a 17-year-old, singer-songwriter, surfer from Carlsbad. He was named 2014’s Best New Artist by the San Diego Music Awards, the youngest to ever receive the honor, and nominated for Best Singer-Songwriter of 2015. Cody toured and opened for Jason Mraz on his 2015 North American tour. Bring beach chairs or blankets for picnic seating. No glass allowed. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase. Parking is free. For presale tickets or further information call (760) 744-9000 or visit san-marcos.net. Courtesy photo The San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum will host its Summer Concert Series on Friday and third installment of its Roots Series on Saturday. Courtesy photo

Summer concert series starts Friday By Steve Puterski

ESCONDIDO — It will be a busy weekend at the San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum (SDCDM). On Friday, the center will host its first annual summer concert series from 5 to 7 p.m., followed on Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m. with the third installment of the Escondido Roots Series. The concert series, however, will feature live music from local band Hullabaloo, food vendors, beer and wine for adults, and craft projects in the Outdoor Art Studio. The event is free with museum admission ($6 per person / $3 military, veterans, and their families, children 12 months and under are free). The event will be held in the Children’s Discovery Garden, 320 N. Broadway. The series will continue July 15 and Aug. 5. The event is set to bring the community together in the spirit of summer and raise funds to benefit the Museum’s educational exhibits and programs. As for the Escondido Roots Series, the program will feature Israel with cultural performances and activities highlighting the diverse traditions, including interactive dance performances by Dance with Dalya, music performances by Hilly Rubin and storytelling by Marilyn McPhie. Throughout the year SDCDM presents six free community events, each highlighting different cultures in our community. This year the Roots Series celebrates Korea, Mexico, Israel, Puerto Rico, Iran and Scotland. Each event features cultural performances, activities and crafts to help children and adults gain a deeper understanding

about different cultures. With the Museum’s growth in attendance this year to over 140,000 annual visitors, SDCDM is anticipating nearly 40,000 children and family visitors during the summer. San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum is reaching out to the community, soliciting support for their Summer Concert Series event through sponsorship, food vendor participation and inkind services. SDCDM offers benefits built into their sponsorships such as complimentary event tickets, Museum Family Memberships, print and media exposure, and recognition at the event and in marketing materials. The Museum will also provide a letter recognizing all charitable donations to this 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. SDCDM designs and fabricates its own exhibits with new experiences and themes added each month. New exhibit additions can be seen in Water Wise and Base Camp in the Children’s Discovery Garden, Kids Global Village, Toddler Tide Pool, Reading Book Nook, Base Camp, Discovery Sailboat, Our Town: Careers & Community, and hands-on science Experimentation Exhibit Area. The Museum is open Monday through Sunday from 9:30am to 4:30pm. Admission cost is $6 per person, $3 for active-duty military and veteran families, and children 12 months and younger are free. Memberships, group discounts, field trips, birthday parties, private events, and summer camps are available. San Diego Children's Discovery Museum is affiliated with the Association of Children's Museums. For more information

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he Major League draft started in the East and ran smack dab into a North County breeze. Encinitas’ A. J. Preller was piecing together his Padres prospects, hoping whatever cavalry is coming over the hill has some new recruits. San Diego’s varsity team is steam rolling toward a 100-loss season and if Preller can work his magic through the draft, let the hocus-pocus begin. But Preller’s haul was eclipsed by Carlsbad’s Mickey Moniak being selected by the Philadelphia Phillies numero uno. “To be the No. 1 pick, it’s insane,’’ said Moniak, the smooth-swinging La Costa Canyon High center fielder who had committed to UCLA. “I can’t be more excited.’’ Or more anxious to collect a wager. It seems Ethan Abrams made a bet with his old LCC teammate. If Moniak were snagged among the top 10 picks, Abrams, a pitcher at Columbia, would tattoo Moniak’s name to his posterior. Now the ink hasn’t yet dried on Abrams’ backside or Moniak’s multi-million dollar contract with the Phillies. But both will happen soon. Preller’s haul will likely require patience. But Cal Quantrill, his top pick, looked like a top gun in a bullpen session this week at Petco Park. While the right-hander is coming off Tommy John surgery, Quantrill, an ex-Stanford star and the eighth overall selection, showed no restrictions — plus, a healthy want-to to get to San Diego quickly. “I really like him,’’ Preller said. How about Moniak? “He could be some-

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thing pretty special,’’ Preller said. “Obviously we knew he was going to go pretty high.’’ The Phillies were over the moon for the 6-foot-2, 190-pound Moniak. It’s no mystery why as Moniak won awards ranging from being the Gatorade player of the year to the San Diego CIF Section’s best player. He hit a nifty .476 with seven homers. His 12 triples were a San Diego Section record and he raced about the outfield, finding gaps with his glove as well as his bat. “I think you will have a Gold Glover center fielder who will hit in the middle of the lineup and be a leader on your team,’’ said Johnny Almaraz, the Phillies amateur scouting director. “He was the best player in the country,” Almaraz said. “There was no projection with Mickey Moniak. He possesses the ability that a lot of college players don’t possess. He can run. He can throw. He can hit. His abilities are superior, and that’s why we took him.” Moniak leaves behind a LCC team still stinging from an early exit in the CIF playoffs. But that’s baseball and Moniak found a way to blend the old with the new. Moniak was easy to spot at LCC’s graduation ceremony last week. His gown was traditional but his cap said much more. The top of it read “Phillies” and one doesn’t need to be Phi Beta Kappa to appreciate the 18-yearold’s excitement. UCLA’s loss is Philadelphia’s gain and get ready to welcome a grounded person and player. “What’s great about him is he’s the best teammate there is,’’ LCC coach Justin Machado said. Abrams likely once agreed with Machado. Then Moniak went to the front of the class, which has Abrams leading with his, well, backside. Contact Jay Paris at jparis8@aol.com. Follow him on Twitter at jparis_ sports.

Sports Police, firefighters face off in USPFC fitness and surfing By Promise Yee

OCEANSIDE — The U.S. Police and Fire Championships (USPFC) Fitness Throwdown and Surfing Contest are set to take place the last week of June. The two USPFC events are part of 41 national competitions that range from archery, to baseball and water polo. Recreational sports like corn hole and dodgeball are also part of the championships. On June 25 the Fitness Throwdown takes place at the Pier Amphitheater. From June 28 to June 30 USPFC surfing comes to the harbor north jetty. The fitness throwdown is as intense as the event’s name suggests. Active and retired officers and firefighters complete in three rounds of a random series of fitness challenges that include conditioning, weightlifting and gymnastics. A challenge could consist of rowing, step-ups, pull-ups and carrying 30 pounds of weights. The goal is to do as many repetitions of the challenge as possible within a set time of 10 to 15 minutes. The competition tests overall fitness, and is similar to fitness training for new officers and firefighters. The only rest for contestants is the set-up time between rounds. Spectators can enjoy an up-close seat to the action. While competition is intense, participants also cheer each other on. “It’s an incredible spectator event, there’s intense effort in a short duration of time,” Dan Ellison, California Police Athletic

Standup paddle boarding is one of several events local law enforcement and fire departments will compete in during the U.S. Police and Fire Championships in Oceanside beginning June 25. Courtesy photo

Federation chief administrative officer, said. “I’m so impressed by the commitment they have, it’s an intense workout.” Awards are given to the top three finishers in each men’s and women’s age division that span from 18 to 29, to 60 and older. Police athletic competitions were first held in California in the 1960s. Firefighters joined in on the games in 2000. Competitions expanded to other states in 2005, and became organized nationally as the USPFC in 2012. “It all traces back to the first games in California in 1967,” Ellison said. This year’s USPFC Surfing Contest begins with short board riders the first day, longboard heats the second day and spirited bodyboard and stand up paddleboard competition the final day. The shortboard competition draws exceptional police and firefighter surfing talent from Hawaii and

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History and fun for kids at the gardens VISTA — On July 9, the Kids in the Garden class will gather from 10 a.m. to noon, to hear from Cathleen Chilcote Wallace, sharing Luiseno storytelling of “The Gift Basket.” The tale

is from her grandmother’s time growing up at Batiquitos Lagoon. Wallace shares native artifacts and baskets and will lead a hands-on craft project. Pre-registration with

Farmer Jones is required so we have materials for all. Go to farmerjones@altavistagardens.org or call (760) 822-6824. Alta Vista Botanical Gardens is at 1270 Vale Terrace Drive.

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we can help each student achieve his or her personal academic goals.” Blake is known as a progressive leader who utilizes organizational change strategy as an essential tool to achieve institutional outcomes and effectiveness., providing leadership for national, district and campus-wide strategic planning initiatives, working closely with campus and community constituents to ensure programs and services are strategically and systematically aligned with the institutional priorities outlined in the district/ campus strategic plan, accreditation requirements,

education/facilities master plan, student learning/ service area outcomes, planning and research data. Blake previously served as vice president of student services, at Skyline College; and dean positions at San Diego Mesa and Southwestern colleges. She also formerly served as a tenured professor and counselor. She technically replaces Adrian Gonzales, who served as interim president and superintendent this year after Deegan retired. Gonzales will return to his previous position as vice president, Student Services.

Director of Utiities Chris McKinney said some projections are lower to due to delayed projects, which were not submitted as part of the 2016-17 operating budget. Specifically, he said the Wohlford Dam rehabilitation is on hold. Abed’s concerns, though, were centered on the reserve fund shortfall of his goal of $22 million. Currently the fund is at $17 million, so there is work

left to be done, he added. Another issue was the California Center of the Arts Escondido, which used $400,000 from its endowment to cover expenses last year. Abed said if the center didn’t have the funds, the city would foot the bill. The city also has $22.75 million in its emergency fund, which the twoterm mayor said he wants to continue to build.

Guerin said. “If you are not able to capture those independent voters, you really don’t stand a chance. I think this is what makes Kristin such a threat in this race, she has a lot of crossover appeal.” Roberts on Tuesday night dismissed the idea of Gaspar being a moderate. “Anyone who thinks that Kristin Gaspar is a moderate has something coming,” Roberts said, cit-

ing Gaspar’s vote against Encinitas’ Proposition A in 2013, which voters approved and empowers voters with the city’s major land-use decisions. “Just as my predecessor Pam Slater-Price said last weekend when she endorsed me, Kristin Gaspar is no Pam Slater-Price.” Slater-Price, a registered Republican, was always seen as the moderate member of the five-member Board of Supervisors.

Those beaches, however, are operated by their respective cities. As for the beaches affected by the ban, fire rings will not be installed, Greene added. She said accessibility and California Coastal Commission requirements do not permit rings, although Greene said discussions continue to determine if a solution is possible. “It’s a ban on wood burning, but not a ban on going down to the beach and having a fire,” she explained. “We are using the ban because we want to get people’s attention to shift

their behavior about how you have your beach fire.” Beach goers are asked to plan ahead and obtain a clean burning, portable propane grill or butane burner with stable legs with a clearance of at least six inches. Pallets with nails, wood logs, kerosene, oil, charcoal, fire logs, newspapers or trees are forbidden. Charcoal grills are also being phased out at most beaches. The order will not affect wood and charcoal barbecue fires at campsite rings at South Carlsbad and San Elijo campgrounds.

you wish” admission June 21, including extending its hours from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Some of the activities include mini lessons on the guitar and ukulele with instruments provided, a happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m. and the chance to perform on stage with your own instrument. An RSVP is needed to reserve a time slot. Reservations can be made by emailing billk@museu-

mofmakingmusic.org. Instruments can be brought into the Infinity Chamber, too. Other Make Music Day events scheduled around the county are in San Marcos where the San Diego Music Studio hosts a ukulele circle from 3 to 5 p.m. at Old Cal Coffee, 1020 W. San Marcos Blvd., and at Bertrand’s Music shop at 9906 Carmel Mountain Rd., from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m.

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munity College District, where she has served for 1 1/2 years. “I view this position at Palomar College as an opportunity of a lifetime,” said Blake. ”When I look at the vision for the college and its core values, I am excited to begin this new journey. I look forward to working with the outstanding faculty, staff and administrators and with the community-at-large. Together, I know that we can continue to provide the finest quality education for North San Diego County and that together,

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broadcast on TV. Joyce Masterson, assistant to the city manager, said it would require the city to upgrade its current two part-time employees to at least three-quarters or full-time status. In addition, the city would be responsible for benefits of those individuals. As for the water funds,

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Municipal Water District board member, said she believed Gaspar’s performance bodes well for her during the fall because of her position as a moderate alternative to Abed. “If you look at this district and the voter makeup, it is one-third (Democrat), one-third (Republican), and one-third (Independent),”

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propane fires. In addition, Ace Hardware in Carlsbad is offering discounts on portable fire pits and residents can visit the State Parks North Sector Office, 2680 Carlsbad Blvd., to receive a coupon. Propane fires, meanwhile, are allowed in Carlsbad, Cardiff and San Elijo and barbecues are limited to propane. Moonlight Beach in Encinitas and Oceanside Harbor still allow wood fires in provided rings only.

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throughout. It’s a scene that Grant is hoping will catch on in San Diego at some point. “I think there’s a lot of music happening in San Diego and there’s a lot of support for it. So let’s come together on Make Music Day and celebrate that,” she said The museum opens its doors with a “pay what

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area for evidence. The initial search didn’t find any weapons in the car, Varso said. “There was nothing obvious when we removed the body,” he added. At about 6:30 p.m. the vehicle was towed away for further processing. “We’re just treating it as a death investigation at this point,” Varso said. A handbag and other personal items were found inside the vehicle. The car’s driver and

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1.5-megawatt hydroelectric generator on the pipeline. In addition, it will cost more to treat the water, but McKinney said the cost is not significant. “Having the water level lower means there is more of a treatment load,” he explained. “It costs a little bit more to treat the water. It costs

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about the guitar riffs on this album that you need to be alive — they get you there,” he said. For this particular production, it’s more about the actors getting enough sleep and eating right — the choreography is toned down a little from the professional version, he explained. And while this production is his first attempt at directing a musical — rock opera or not — the experience has been a dif-

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ART MUSEUM OPEN HOUSE The Oceanside Museum of Art invites the community to the Hubbell/Ilan-Lael Foundation Open House and Studio Tour 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 19, at 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside. Enjoy a tour the grounds, meet the artist, view art and architecture, plus a fun art project onsite. JUNE 19 SUMMER READING “Exercise Your Mind” is the theme of Escondido Public Library’s 2016 Summer Reading Challenge for children, teens, and adults at 239 S. Kalmia St., Escondido. The Challenge through July 31, will offer youngsters screen printing workshops and comics with Javier Hernandez, the creator of "El Muerto: The Aztec Zombie," Adults will learn collage and watercolor techniques and join book discussions. For more information, visit library.escondido.org/summer. JUNE 23 SELLING YOUR ART Professional Development Programs for Artists at the Escondido Arts Partnership pres-

JUNE 17, 2016 passenger side windows were broken. Varso said there was glass in the car and some on the ground but added it would be way too speculative to say how that happened. The car was not reported stolen, but Varso couldn’t confirm the registered owner of the vehicle was the person inside. Varso described the case as “unusual,” due to the openness of the scene and because of the range of things that could’ve led to this to occur. “A car on the side of a freeway onramp and it’s got some bro-

ken windows and this person inside of it that has an injury, we’re still working to determine what it is.” The investigation is awaiting autopsy results and further forensic investigation of the vehicle. On Wednesday, Varso said investigators had been speaking to some members of the public who saw the car parked on the onramp. The investigation is “very much on-going,” he added. He said anyone with information on the case can call the TIPS line at (760) 743-8477.

some energy abilities.” Last year, the city received a state grant from the Department of Water Resources to fund half of the project although it came with stipulations. The city couldn’t receive any other state funds for the project, so McKinney said it took a lot of convincing of the state to become eligible for the loan. Staff had to argue that the loan wasn’t a

form of funding, since it is going to be paid back. The state loan is much cheaper than bond alternatives, which is why it was important to qualify for the loan, McKinney told the council in 2015. Another point city staff made to the state was the SRF is largely funded by federal money, so Escondido wouldn’t really be getting additional state funding.

ferent beast, he said, over directing straight plays. “It’s had to be more collaborative,” FitzGerald said. Working with choreography Becky “Bex” Hurt, producer Jennifer McKenna and music director Charles Jirkovsky, has made the experience that much better, he said, because you’re allowed to bounce ideas back and forth between people to create a better end product. The show is one of two productions that will be performed at the am-

phitheater as part of the Playhouse’s Plays in the Park series. The other show this year will be “Beauty and the Beast,” in August. “It’s exciting for me to have the honor of teeing us off with this show,” FitzGerald said. “American Idiot” begins June 24 and runs through July 9 at the Kit Carson Amphitheatre, 3333 Bear Valley Pkwy. Tickets are $22 adults; $20 seniors, military and students and available online at patioplayhouse.com.

ents a workshop, “What Sells: “Creating a Saleable Body of Work” from 7 to 9 p.m. June 23. Learn to create a body of art that sells, topics include titles, series, style, media, scale, signatures, prices, presentation, frames, and quality. Cost is $20 at the door. CONCERTS AT COVE Solana Beach and the Belly Up Tavern invite the community to “Concerts at the Cove” every Thursday night from 6 to 7:45 p.m. from June 23 to Aug. 25 on the Fletcher Cove Park stage, 111 S Sierra Ave., Solana Beach. June 23 will be Pacific Virtuosi; June 30: 1st Marine Division Jazz Combo: July 7: Hullabaloo Band; July 14: Nate Donnis Trio, July 21: Tower 7; July 28: Palominos; Aug. 4: Ryan Hiller; Aug. 11: Billy Watson Band; Aug. 18: Bayou Brothers and Aug. 25: Jimmy & Enrique. Bring low-back beach chairs, ground cover and picnics. No alcohol, tobacco, pets or personal barbecues allowed. For more information, visit cityofsolanabeach.org or call (858) 720-2453. FOCUS ON DRAWING Join the Art Lounge on 101 for “Drawing / Painting — Getting It Right,” 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. June 23 at 816 S. Highway

101, Encinitas. Any media. All levels, beginners welcome. Instructor is Linda Luisi. Cost is $30. To register, visit artloungeon101.com. JUNE 24 SUMMER AT THE PARK Carlsbad’s TGIF Concerts in the Parks begins from 6 to 8 p.m., June 24, with Pato Banton and the Now Generation – Reggae at Stagecoach Community Park, 3420 Camino de los Coches, Carlsbad. The outdoor concert series runs each Friday through Aug. 19, at Carlsbad’s community parks. For more information, visit carlsbadca.gov/ arts. JULY 8 SHARKS AND JETS San Marcos will present “Westside Story,” July 8 at the Wood House in Woodland Park, 1148 Rock Springs Road. The movie will be presented on a large inflatable screen in high definition format. The “Broadway Babes” pre-show will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the movie will start at dusk. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring beach chairs or blankets for lawn seating. For further information, go to san-marcos.net.

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Students, seniors meld ideas to engineer new inventions By Steve Puterski

LA JOLLA — Science mixed with real-life applications brought together two generations over the past several months. Engineering and psychiatric students from the Center of Healthy Aging at the University of California San Diego and senior citizens from Carlsbad’s La Costa Glen retirement community saw months of work on display on Saturday during the Design Competition Showcase. The goal for the students was to develop products to assist in the day-to-day challenges of senior living, while the seniors provided the feedback necessary to construct those assets. “They interviewed us and after the interviews they showed us what they had come up with,” said Carlsbad resident Nancy Gardner. “It was great because the students did not know about seniors and what our needs were. I think these students have come up with some very, very good ideas.” The winning project, which the students received $4,000 for, was a motorized shopping cart developed by the team calling themselves the “Fountain of Youth.” In second place was AirSave, a jacket with foam guards along the hips and spine, and which also featured airbags that could be deployed during a fall to the ground. Taking third was a team who created a lighted carpet, activated by the pressure of a person’s feet, to guide a senior from the bathroom to the kitchen or to the bedroom

the lighted carpet panels. She said after interviewing several seniors she and her partners realized nighttime falls could be fatal for seniors. Their concept creates a lighted pathway in squares pieced together like a puzzle in onesquare foot increments. In the case of a fall, the surrounding squares would be activated by the pressure, which in turn could lead to the technology sending out alerts to friends, family and even 911. “They can create a path of their design,” Li Wen Li, a second-year graduate student at the University of California, San Diego, shows how her team’s lighted walk paths to assist with safe- said. “As you walk on it, ty would aid seniors during the night during Saturday’s Design Compe- the light will turn on. The tition Showcase on campus. Photo by Steve Puterski

during the night. Other projects included mobile apps to make taking medication easier. Another was a safety alert system, which relayed information to a mobile device in case the person forgot to turn off a stove, or other appliance or even close the garage door. Regardless of the outcomes, the seniors were thoroughly impressed with the achievements of the students, and their creativity. “A week before the competition started, my grandpa fell down the stairs and was in the hospital for two months,” said Gabriel Frischer of the AirSave project. “We wanted to create something that could prevent fall-related injuries. It’s a common problem and there is no widely accepted solution.” Wen Li, a second-year engineering graduate student, was part of Team Vita, which developed

light is so gentle it’s not going to hurt your eyes or wake someone up. If somebody falls, it will trigger four units, and that is an indication of a fall.” Of course, some of the projects were not fully operational and all still were prototypes, but the longterm focus is get them into the marketplace. Professor Truong Nguyen of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, and Assistant Professor of Psychology Maria Marquine, said the collaboration between students and seniors was key into developing worthwhile products.

The prize money, Nguyen said, is to push the students, who did not receive credit, into building functioning products. “I think it’s been very beneficial for both,” Marquine said. “I was very invested in finding a good product, but I also see value from the interaction the seniors and students are having.” “Engineering students normally just design something and think that somebody will use it,” Nguyen added. “We teach them the reverse. They are really learning the whole process of how a product is made.”

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The Del Mar Village Association Solstice Celebration is happening June 23 at Powerhouse Park. Photo courtesy Del Mar Village Association

21 ways for eaters to enjoy the Summer Solstice week

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here was a span of about 10 years in my life where the Summer Solstice was cause for a major celebration. That usually took the form of an afternoon-into-the-evening-event featuring a stage in my yard,

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bit daunting these days. I’ve always celebrated the whole solstice week, so in lieu of one big event, I’ve put together a list of 21 ways to enjoy the longest days of the year — June 21. The Del Mar Village Association is doing it right with a Summer Solstice 2016 event June 23 from 5 to 8 p.m. They will be featuring the delectable culinary creations from 21 of Del Mar´s highly regarded restaurants along with selections from 25 of California’s best wineries, breweries, meaderies and cideries. Live music is essential and will be provided by The Second Cousins. With amazing front-row sunset views, balmy ocean breezes and live music this is the way Del Mar celebrates the arrival of summer! The event is held outside in Del Mar’s Powerhouse Park right on the beach. The lifeguards do a tiki-torch paddle out at sunset to welcome the season TURN TO LICK THE PLATE ON 22

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tastic. On any given night, you can walk up and down Congress Street around Sixth Avenue and hear all sorts of live music. We settled into a cellar bar that had a six piece Jazz band. The town is best known as a Willie Nelson hangout and the TV concert show, Austin City Limits. Texas Hill Country has some 48 wineries, about a quarter of all the wineries in Texas. It goes from the west of Austin down past San Antonio, touching 25 counties. Most of these wineries are strung out along Interstate 290, the “Wine Road,” out to the traditional German town of Fredericksburg. The hills reminded me of Sonoma with its gentle slopes and sweeping acres of tall trees and meadows. Its wineries are mostly set back off-road, and are hard to find. Texans love to do some button-busting bragging so when Texas Hill Country wineries claim they are the 2nd most visited wine country in the U.S. next to Napa Valley, it may very well be….or not. But who’s counting. The Wall Street Journal recently profiled Texas Hill Country as one of the top four wine counties in the U.S. where real estate values have increased dramatically, due to the popularity of living on or next to a winery. Gary Gilstrap, owner of the 25-acre Texas Hills Vineyard and founder of the association, has a surprisingly good lineup of Italian wines with close ties to wineries in Tuscany. His Sangiovese, Barbera and Pinot Grigio were great buys at $19.95 for the reds and $12.95 for the Grigio. True to his Texas roots though, his top seller is a “Kick Butt Cab,” Visit texashillsvineyard.com. Fredericksburg is a must-see little town of about 10,000 residents, with a German heritage known more for its MuTURN TO TASTE OF WINE ON 22

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Urban winery crushes it at grand opening By Bianca Kaplanek

SOLANA BEACH — Oenophiles, those who aspire to become one or people who simply enjoy wine had a rare opportunity to be a winemaker for a day when Carruth Cellars celebrated the grand opening of its larger tasting room on South Cedros Avenue. During two separate but identical parties, the June 11 events included barrel tastings, food and live entertainment. Attendees were also invited to mix varietal blends straight out of the barrel. Additionally, they could purchase limited reserves and order futures of the wines they tasted. Futures is an industry term for buying wine before it’s in the bottle. Carruth usually sells them once a year, but decided to include its Bordeaux-style blends to help celebrate the urban winery’s “rebirth.” Owner Adam Carruth, a Carlsbad High School graduate, initially brewed beer as a hobby while attending the University of California Riverside. “My dad helped me develop an appreciation for wine,” he said. “So I moved to Sonoma for three years. My sister was up there. I started to casually study viticulture. I realized growing grapes was expensive but making a barrel of wine was feasible.” Carruth moved back to Carlsbad in 2001 and start-

Carruth Cellars owner Adam Carruth samples his 2014 North Coast Bordeaux at a barrel tasting during the June 11 grand opening of his expanded Cedros Avenue facility. Photo by Bianca Kaplanek

ed “trucking fruit” from Northern California to to North County San Diego. “That’s where I got the slogan, ‘Bringing grapes to the people,’” he said. Initially he made wine in his backyard, one barrel

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100 barrels and 2,000 cases of wine annually. When a larger facility just down the street at 118 S. Cedros became available he decided to make the move, which would allow him to double his output. After about a year of acquiring permits and renovations the new Carruth Cellars opened early last month. The original location will be used for private parties that in the past have included everything from corporate events to a birthday party for a dog. A third tasting room will open in Carlsbad Village next month. Carruth said he likes to keep close to the coast because it’s where he grew up, it’s beautiful and it’s better for aging wine. Carruth believes in giving back to the community that supports him. While best-known for his Surfing Madonna wine, with a portion of the proceeds going to the Surfing Madonna Oceans Project, he also helps other charities, such as Corks for a Cause and the Global Mosaic Project. The fruits of his labor — award-winning wines and a growing business — have been successful because of “the quality of fruit we bring in and a lot of nice people.” “And we put a lot of love into the wine we make,” he added.

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and the event is a fundraiser for the Del Mar Village Association whose mission is to enhance and revitalize the Del Mar Village. OK so that leaves us with 20 more ways to enjoy solstice week in coastal North County. Prior to the eater type activities, I will make it a point to get into the ocean daily for a surf or just a frolic in the warmish water — warmish being relative of course. I will not step foot in a gym during solstice week as this all about outdoor activities. Stone Steps is my go-to staircase for a killer stair workout and there will be several of those during the week — we have to offset the eating right? Now on to the eating options, and there are many that have a summer vibe to them. A happy hour at Fish 101, consuming mass quantities of oysters and Albarino is a perfect way to spend a summer afternoon and will definitely be part of my week. Another strong possibility would be an Uber chauffeured restaurant pub-crawl up Coast Highway from Encinitas to Oceanside. Let’s start at Union, and then mozy up to Bier Garden, pop in to Shelter (I think I’m cool enough for this place now), fuel up with some Pho at Birdseye Kitchen in their beauty of a dining room that opens up on to Coast Highway, relax on the outdoor seating at Pandora Pizza, a glass of wine and some apps at Solterra, live music at Le Papagayo and poke bowls at Lanai would wrap up the En-

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nich-size Oktoberfest. At the west end of Texas Hill Country, one of its endearing businesses is Fredericksburg Winery on Main Street. Everything is stacked helter skelter, with a huge amount of cases for sale, including port and sherry, even late harvest dessert wines. Check them out at fbgwinery. com. Finally, Pedernales Cellars is a premier boutique winery producing great Tempranillo and Viognier, with a large dose of hospitality. It cultivates environmentally sustainable vineyard practices, and has a geothermal underground barrel cellar and a deck with breathtaking views of the Pedernales River Valley. The Pederanales Viognier, a Rhone Valley French white varietal was recently blind tested against Napa Valley and French versions and won with their 2012 ($39.99). They make 800 cases. Director Julie Kuhlken is a big believer in her Spanish-bred Tempranillo, with notes of cranberry, red cherry and caramel. Their 2014 is sold for $49.99. The fruit comes from the High Plains area near Lubbock. Get the full story at pedernalescellars.com. Wine Bytes Baker and Olive in Enci-

cinitas portion of the tour. The Carlsbad portion of the excursion would have to include Chandler’s at the Cape Rey Hilton Resort and their beautiful outdoor dining and drinking area. Moving up the coast, the Coyote in Carlsbad Village is a good place to stop and get your outdoor dance on for sure. I’d wrap up the solstice crawl in Oceanside, which has a plethora of options for open and airy eating and drinking. Masters Kitchen & Cocktails has that going on for sure along with Local Tap House, Bagby Beer, and of course Hello Betty that has a rooftop deck perfect for catching a killer sunset to close out your solstice journey up the coast. Of course there are many more options for outdoor eating and drinking but I’ll wrap it up with three of my favorite grab-and-go options. Anything from Juanita’s in Leucadia and then a short walk up to Stone Steps or Beacons to find a perch on the stairs to devour your Mexican goodness. Step it up a notch and stop by the deli counter at Seaside Market where the options are bountiful and make for a perfect beach or picnic in the park. Whatever you do during solstice week, just make sure a good portion of it is done outside and enjoy this special time of year. David Boylan is the founder of Artichoke Creative an Encinitas based integrated marketing firm. He also hosts Lick the Plate Radio that airs Monday through Friday at 7 p.m. on FM94/9, Easy 98.1, and KSON. Reach him at david@ artichoke-creative.com or (858) 395-6905. nitas is presenting its 3rd annual North Eats extravaganza to benefit Feeding America of San Diego June 26 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Cape Rey Resort in Carlsbad. It features over 25 North County chefs with their best menu selections, plus live music. Cost is $65. Go to bakerandolive.com, or call (760) 944-7840. The Del Mar Summer Solstice is June 23 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Powerhouse Park. It’s a culinary showcase of Del Mar restaurants alongside wine and beer stations and live music for $85. Go online to visitdelmarvillage.com for more. In Temecula wine country, Europa Winery is planning the Tastes & Sounds of Europa, a music and wine pairing dinner, June 23 at 6 p.m. Cost is $89; members $80. Call (951) 695-7175. Monte De Oro Winery in Temecula presents the world wide Bacon Brothers, with rock and pop music June 25. Doors open at 6 p.m., music starts at 7 p.m. VIP tickets are $125 and includes a reserved table and a threecourse meal. General admission is $55 on first come, first served basis. Call (951) 4916551 for ticket information. Frank Mangio is a renowned wine connoisseur certified by Wine Spectator. He is one of the leading wine commentators on the web. View his columns at tasteofwinetv.com and reach him at mangiompc@aol.com. Follow him on Facebook.

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