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Audubon Nature Center ART WALK

Audubon Nature Center ART WALK

By Beverly Stuber, Coordinator, OMA Artist Alliance ---- The Buena Vista Audubon Nature Center, 2202 So. Coast Highway, Oceanside, invites the public and friends to attend its first annual ART WAL...

A Roadmap for Growth in Today’s Economy

A Roadmap for Growth in Today’s Economy

Provided by the Vista Chamber of Commerce ---- If you have an established business, with profits being challenged by the economy, and are looking for ways to attract new customers and possibly fin...

Holiday Village, Tree Lighting & Music!

Holiday Village, Tree Lighting & Music!

Provided by Cathy Cronin, City of San Marcos ---- The San Marcos Civic Center Theatre and the Broadway Theatre will present “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” on Saturday, Dec. 5, at 7:30...

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Swinging Your Way to Fitness

Swinging Your Way to Fitness

The new rave of yoga fitness just made its way to Fallbrook: Zero “G” Swing Chair Yoga. If you loved swinging in the outdoors during your younger years, than swing chair yoga may undoubtedly be calling you. “Inversion therapy yoga performed in a swing chair can...

Quantum Learning Network Nominated for Education Award

Quantum Learning Network Nominated for Education Award

By Jim Hartley, Marketing Manager The San Diego North Economic Development Council has announced the nominees for its annual SDNEDC Luncheon and Award Presentation. Quantum Learning Network has been nominated in the category of Education. Headquartered in Oceanside,...

Celebrate Veterans Day, Honor Those Who Protect Us

Provided by Mike Preston, Veterans Memorial Committee In honor of those who have served in our Armed Forces, the San Marcos All Veterans Memorial Committee invites you to a Veterans Day Celebration at the Memorial in San Marcos. Date: Saturday Nov. 7 Where: Helen Bougher...

Social Media for Businesses – The Basics

By Anne Carr, Account and Social Media Director at Bolt Public Relations What is social media, and what does it have to do with my business? By now, most people have heard some buzz about Twitter and have created a profile on at least one social network. From Ashton Kutcher...

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RUFF, RUFF! My name is JACK; I need a FOREVER home!

RUFF, RUFF! My name is JACK; I need a FOREVER home!

Jack is a Cairn Terrier mix who is a dark brindle color with a white chest. He's neutered, weighs 13 pounds and is two years old. He's working on his housetraining with his foster mom and is almost there! He's a great little dog and is very friendly. Jack loves being held and...

SUPERHEALTH: Guidebook to Achieve Maximum State of Health

SUPERHEALTH: Guidebook to Achieve Maximum State of Health

By Christina Macone-Greene, Staff Writer Local San Diego County resident, Steven Pratt MD, has authored yet another impressive novel to hit the book stands: SuperHealth. For those seeking an improved lifestyle, SuperHealth guides readers toward that very goal.   ...

Santa to Visit Christmas Party!

Provided by Joseph Tosto, Membership Chair The Optimist Club of Carlsbad, ‘The Achievers,’ will honor widows and children of our fallen heroes in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars with a Christmas party on Dec. 6.  Santa will grant everyone’s wish lists, a huge dinner...

Where Will You Mango? Mango Online Language-Learning System Offered

Provided by Jessica Padilla Bowen, Community Coordinator Looking to get ahead in your career or experience other countries like never before? Carlsbad City Library announces the addition of Mango Languages, a fun, fast and convenient way to learn to speak a foreign language....

San Marcos Tidbits

Arts & Crafts Vendors Needed for Santa's Magical Village The city of San Marcos Community Services is seeking arts and crafts vendors for its annual "Santa's Magical Village" to take place at the San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Drive on Saturday, Dec. 5 (3 p.m....

Palomar Pomerado Health Sponsors Candy-Buy-Back Program


Museum of Making Music Inspires Home School Students

Last Chance to Take 2009 Community Service Classes, Workshops & Excursions at MiraCosta College!

Geppetto’s Toy Stores Community Giving Program

FROM THE SUNNY SIDE: ‘Doctor Del’

‘Exploring Darwin’ Celebrates the Naturalist’s Bicentennial

Capri Elementary Receives $5,000 Education Grant

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Let’s Eat Outside Tonight!

Below are several additional recipes offered by the talented food chefs featured on this site’s Home Page, in the article about ‘Some Tasty Options for End of Summer Barbecues.’ Enjoy! Another Lauren Wilkinson Recipe Grilled Watermelon Salad with Feta & Spicy Chile Dressing...

Restaurant Review -- Tango Restaurant

Restaurant Review -- Tango Restaurant

Tango Restaurant and Wine Bar 417 W. Grand Ave. Escondido, CA 92025 760-747-5000 Contact@TangoOnGrand.com www.TangoOnGrand.com By Pam Greer, Staff Writer Been stressed lately? Hectic day at the office?  Slow down, relax and unwind at Tango Restaurant and Wine Bar in Escondido....

RECIPE DELIGHTS

By Francois Patanchon, Owner Le Papagayo Leucadia    The sangria: We serve a sangria at the restaurant that we pour directly from the barrel. Guests really love it, and it is our best-seller drink.    Red wine from Spain, Triple Sec, fresh squeezed orange juice...

Restaurant Review -- Le Papagayo

By Pam Greer, Staff Writer Le Papagayo 1002 N. Coast Hwy. 101      Leucadia, CA 92024     Phone: 760-944-8252       If you really want to treat your out-of-town guests to a gourmet beach dining experience this summer, take them to Le Papagayo’s in Leucadia....

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Final Show at Broadway Theater's 2009 Season: IT HAD TO BE YOU 



Final Show at Broadway Theater's 2009 Season: IT HAD TO BE YOU 



By Owner/Director Randall Hickman Renee Taylor (Emmy nominated for her role as Fran Dresher’s Mother in ‘The Nanny’), and actor-husband Joseph Bologna met back in 1965 and were married on the Merv Griffin Show that same year. They have been together ever since. The...

Wine Tasting with Richard Carrico

Wine Tasting with Richard Carrico

    We have 10 spots still open for the Wine Tasting Event with Richard Carrico this Saturday, Nov. 7, 2-4 p.m. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn the secrets of wine pairing and how to distinguish the best wines for your holiday table. Join author,...

‘Couples Retreat’

By Ryan Huff, Staff Writer In another stage of his free falling career, Vince Vaughn stars in another comedy that flat lines for what seems to be an eternity. Former child star Peter Billingsley (Christmas Story) directs this hack job. The movie revolves around Dave (Vaughn)...

RONI SUMER Art Showing

La Jolla Fine Artist NOV. 7, at 6 p.m. Please join us for wine, appetizers, music, and Art.  (Originals and prints available) 757 N. Twin Oaks Valley Road San Marcos, CA 92069 760-703-3889 

Fine Art Show and Sale

The Friends of Fire Mountain invite you to enjoy the neighborhood artists’ on Saturday, Nov. 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come to see paintings, woodcarving, ceramics, jewelry, silk scarves and purses, encaustics, handmade cards and multimedia collage works. Enjoy complimentary...

Art Auction Scheduled

ART AFTER DARK: THE ZODIAC LOUNGE

Holiday Concert Announces the Season with Pure Joy

Dixon Lake Trout Derby Around Corner

Arts & Crafts Expo at Gallery 204

Pipe Organ Concert

Escondido Arts Gallery November 2009

Art Receiving for ‘Summation 2009’

Daley Ranch Naturalist Hikes November 2009

Hensley’s Flying Elephant Pub to Feature Exene Cervenka

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Hepatitis, an Avoidable Risk

Hepatitis, an Avoidable Risk

By Philip Goscienski, M.D. An outbreak of hepatitis shut down one of my favorite restaurants about a half-century ago. Since then my medical colleagues have found ways to nearly shut down the disease as well. Actually there are two major forms of hepatitis, type A and...

Fad or Famine?

Fad or Famine?

By Brian Abercrombie, Celebrity Fitness Trainer & Nutrition Expert Don't you love fads? I love fads. They make me laugh. First, because someone has the guts to display their faddish idea -- I mean, just imagine how silly the guy or girl who first wore the skinny leg levis...

Free Diabetes Classes Offered

Provided by Palomar Pomerado Health The Diabetes Health Department at Palomar Pomerado Health (PPH) is recognizing American Diabetes Month by hosting two free diabetes events in November. A registered nurse and a registered dietician will be available to answer questions and...

Health Education Classes and Screenings

Palomar Pomerado Health will host a variety of FREE and low-cost health education classes and screenings led by physicians and other professionals during the month of November. Following is a complete schedule with registration information. Holiday Festivi-Tea Saturday,...

Top 6 signs you might be too stressed...

By Tiffany Ferrari - Fitness on the Move, Inc. Our observation is that many people feel stressed on a regular basis. Chronic stress is a leading cause of many diseases and weight challenges. If you think you are experiencing chronic stress, this article is...

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Let’s Reduce Stress During the Holiday Season

By Nancy Coulter Beland, Owner of Starfish It is hard to believe that we are here again already. The Holidays. Many people have commented as of late that their calendar pages just seem to have gotten caught in the wind. Time has flown too quickly this year. Or so it seems....

Hometown Singer GARY PUCKETT Steps Up to Feed Our Needy Seniors

Hometown Singer GARY PUCKETT Steps Up to Feed Our Needy Seniors

By Rich Guy Miller, Staff Writer Hometown six-time Gold Record recording artist Gary Puckett (with the Benny Hollman Orchestra) and hometown comedian and political cartoonist Steve Kelley (you've seen him on Leno) both come back to town, for one night only, to raise money...

Caring for Seniors...What you need to know to make the right decision

By Renato Alesiani, Executive Director Áegis at Shadowridge This is the second in a series of articles aimed at providing what I hope to be very useful information when it comes to caring for seniors. In the first article, which appeared in the paper last month, I introduced...

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Why Hire a Copywriter to Write Your Marketing Materials

Why Hire a Copywriter to Write Your Marketing Materials

By Colleen Connery, CoCo & Associates, Inc. Need to better promote your business? Maybe you’ve decided to produce a capabilities brochure or a website describing your company. What now? You know you’ll need help from a graphic designer. Do you also need to hire a copywriter...

Win 7 in the ‘No Spin Zone’

Win 7 in the ‘No Spin Zone’

By Paul Van Middlesworth, Contributing Writer Get out your saltshaker when Microsoft declares Windows 7 to be the greatest advance for carbon-based life forms since the evolution of heterosexuality. Be wary when the Apple dude nails the PC nerd with news that an upgrade...

Desktop Virtualization

By Dominic Joseph, TechTeam, Business Development There’s been a lot of focus on server virtualization, and now some of this momentum is headed toward the desktop. Many company executives see the benefits of desktop virtualization (lower energy output, lower maintenance...

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New Business Rises to Help Others Out of the Economic Heap

New Business Rises to Help Others Out of the Economic Heap

By Rich Guy Miller, Staff Writer Executives’ Impact, the recent creation of Carlsbad resident and business coach Bob Civello, is news for small businesses; like the Cavalry coming, but a lot more fun. Bob is a business veteran that started his career with Hunt-Wesson...

Master of Customized Bookkeeping Solutions

Master of Customized Bookkeeping Solutions

By Rich Guy Miller, Staff Writer More than 6,000 bookkeeping services are found on a Google search for local North County firms. So, where would a business owner with special bookkeeping demands begin to find a competent and trusted bookkeeper? Some might pluck one from...

Roth IRA Conversions for 2010

By Brad Lineberger, Landry Financial Inc. Are You Aware of the Opportunity Awaiting You? In 2010, anyone may convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. Typically, an IRA conversion to a Roth is limited to people or spouses who make less than $100,000, but next year that...

Center for Product Sampling Now Open to Public

Provided by MESA Integrated Marketing, Inc. Now open to the public, Sample U, a new product testing concept, was just launched as the nation's first ongoing tryvertising (try before you buy) center that offers trysumers (consumers) access to a variety of new, free-product...

Carlsbad Chamber Puts North County Back to Work

The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce will hold a Job Fair & Business Expo from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 12. The event will take place in the old Robinson’s May building at Westfield, 2525 El Camino Real, Carlsbad. Admission is free for attendees. “We anticipate...

Escondido Chamber of Commerce for September

Retail Space at MarketWalk 80 Percent Leased

The Job Café

Escondido-Based Pixeled Earns Spot on Inc’s 500/5000 List

Vista Chamber of Commerce for October

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