CARDIFF
Festival brings taste of Greece
The 44th annual Cardiff Greek Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sept. 7 and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sept. 8 on the grounds of Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 3459 Manchester Ave. The festival features Greek cuisine, music and dancing along with a traditional marketplace with Greek imports, fine jewelry, artwork and deli. The Olympians, a Greek band from Southern California, will perform and youths will perform folk dances in traditional costumes. Dance lessons will be offered to attendees. Greek dishes will be sold, ranging from Greek-style lamb shanks, shish-kabobs, gyros, sausage and lemon chicken to spinach pie, feta fries, Greek salad and pastries. There will be tours of the church and a Kids Fun Zone along with raffle tickets. Free parking is next door at MiraCosta College. Admission $4; free for children younger than 12, active military, police and firefighters with ID. No pets; ADA-certified service dogs only. Visit stsconstantinehelen.com.
CARLSBAD
Congregation holds open house
Temple Etz Rimon will host an open house from 3 to 5 p.m. Sept. 8 at 2020 Chestnut Ave. Visitors can meet Cantor Mark Britowich, the congregation’s spiritual leader, learn about the congregation and socialize with members. Temple Etz Rimon, a Reform Jewish synagogue that shares space with Pilgrim Church, caters to mature adults and empty nesters from around North County. Various Shabbat and holiday programs are offered in person and on Zoom along with sisterhood and men’s club gatherings and volunteer/service opportunities. RSVP is requested at info@templeetzrimon.org.
CHULA VISTA
Three-day book sale at library
The Friends of the Chula Vista Library will hold a three-day book sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 6-7 and 1 to 3:30 p.m. Sept. 8 at the library, 365 F St. Proceeds go to the library and its programs. Visit chulavistaca.gov/departments/library.
CORONADO
Annual rummage sale benefits kids in need
Local nonprofit Focus holds its annual rummage sale from 8 a.m. to noon Sept. 7 at 505 Grande Caribe Causeway at Coronado Cays. Items for sale include tools, toys, baby items, houseware, marine items, linens, small furniture, office supplies and jewelry. Proceeds benefit foster children, homeless kids, junior military families, and trafficked, disabled and disadvantaged San Diego children. Visit focus-sdkids.org.
ENCINITAS
Oktoberfest seeks exhibitors, sponsors
The 28th annual Encinitas Oktoberfest on Sept. 29, hosted by the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce, is looking for exhibitors and sponsors. The festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. along Mountain Vista Drive and is slated to have Bavarian music, dance performances and two beer gardens along with traditional German food, a parade and a dog costume contest. More than 15,000 people are expected to attend the free family- and pet-friendly community event. Visit encinitasoktoberfest.com or email community@encinitaschamber.com.
Last days of Gourd Show
An exhibit of gourd artwork by local artist Grace Swanson runs through Sept. 4 at the Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. The exhibit features 10 pieces of original artwork created by Swanson and 17 pieces from her collection of gourds from around the world, including Africa and South America. Center hours are from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is free. Visit gourdsbygrace.com.
‘Welcome Back Shabbat’ service Sept. 6
Congregation B’nai Tikvah will hold a “Welcome Back Shabbat” service and program with Cantor Larry Kornit at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 6 at 925 Balour Drive. (the Bethlehem Lutheran building). Look for the feather flag. The guest speaker is Richard Lederer, Union-Tribune columnist and author, punster/comedian and commentator on Jewish life. Book signing and Kiddush refreshments will follow the program. The event is free and open to the North County community. Call (760) 650-2262.
ESCONDIDO
Writers group meets
The Hybrid Escondido Writers Group meets from 1 to 4 p.m. Sept. 3 at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St. Writers of all genres can read their work and get group critiques in a welcoming environment. Meetings are open to age 18 and older and are held in the Library Board Room and via Zoom. Visit escondido.gov/162/library.
Chorus assistant sought
The Center Children’s Chorus is looking for an assistant/intern to help out and learn choral conducting and teaching for children ages 8-14 in Escondido. The chorus rehearses from 4 to 5:15 p.m. Mondays at the Center for the Arts, Escondido in the Conference Center, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Visit escondidochoralarts.com under the Choral Arts Jobs and News tab.
FALLBROOK
Scarecrow building workshops
The “ScareCREW,” organizers of Fallbrook Scarecrow Days (Oct 1-31) and volunteers from the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce, will run workshops providing help designing and building a scarecrow. One-hour workshops will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. Sept. 5-7, Sept. 12-15, Sept.19-21 and Sept. 26-28 at 300 N. Brandon Road. The group has kits equipment, supplies, and design elements to create all kinds of scarecrows. Registration is $5 per workshop; additional cost depends on materials needed. Register at fallbrookchamberofcommerce.com.
JULIAN
Annual Harvest Moon Dinner
The Ilan-Lael Foundation will hold its annual Harvest Moon Dinner under the stars from 4 to 9 p.m. Sept. 20 at 930 Orchard Lane, This year’s dinner will honor the legacy of late artist James Hubbell, featuring live music and dancing, seasonal al fresco dining and local vineyard wines along with a silent auction, featuring work by Visiting Artist Fellows and benefiting the James Hubbell Memorial Art Fund. The foundation will introduce its inaugural Visiting Artist Program, highlighting artists and poets whose work was inspired by the Ilan-Lael grounds. The featured art pieces will be exhibited at the Santa Ysabel Art Gallery from Oct. 1-28 and Union Hall Gallery from Nov. 1-Dec. 1. Tickets are $175 per person or $350 per couple. RSVP by Sept. 1 at ilanlaelfoundation.org/harvest-moon-dinner-at-ilan-lael.
LAKESIDE
Club holds annual Bunco Fundraiser on Sept. 28
The Woman’s Club of Lakeside holds its 17th annual Bunco Fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Lakeside VFW Post, 12650 Lindo Lane. This year’s fundraiser will support Freedom Dogs. There will be raffles and silent auctions. Tickets are $30, including lunch. Doors open at 9 a.m. Payment may be sent to Woman’s Club of Lakeside, P.O. Box 98, Lakeside, CA 92040. Payment must be received by Sept. 23. Tickets will be available until Sept. 23 or until sold out; no tickets at the door. Visit womanscluboflakeside.org.
LA MESA
American Association of University Women meets
The La Mesa-El Cajon Branch of the American Association of University Women kicks off the branch’s annual membership drive at 10 a.m. Sept. 14 at Foothills United Methodist Church, 4031 Avocado Blvd. The meeting will feature presentations by Tech Trek campers, who will discuss their experiences of the STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) camp. The branch has been supporting “equity for all” efforts since the 1950’s and is one of the largest branches in the state. Social time is at 9:30 a.m.; open to the public. Visit lamesaelcajon-ca.aauw.net.
NORTH COUNTY
Widows, widowers hold get-togethers
The Catholic Widows and Widowers of North County, a group that fosters friendships through various social activities, will hold these events.
- Sept. 6, Palomar College Planetarium, San Marcos.
- Sept. 12, Walk, Tamarack State Beach, Carlsbad, then Daily News Cafe.
- Sept. 17, Walk, Kit Carson Park, Escondido, then BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse.
- Sept. 19, Brunch, Brunch Point, Vista.
- Sept. 21, Concert, Coastal Communities Concert Band, Kit Carson Park, BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse.
- Sept. 22, Mass, St. Timothy Catholic Church, Escondido, then Golden Egg Omelet House.
- Sept. 25, Tour, The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum, Carlsbad.
- Sept. 26, Dinner, Miguel’s Cocina, 4S Ranch.
Reservations are required at (818) 665-8150. Visit cwwnc.com.
Widows and widowers group holds dinner dance, social hour
The North County Widows and Widowers Club holds a social hour from 3 to 5 p.m. Sept. 9 at the Vista Village Pub, 224 Main St., Vista. RSVP by Sept. 7 at (760) 716-9000. The club will also meet for dinner and dancing at 5 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Vista Elks Lodge, 1947 E. Vista Way, Vista (Elks members pay $15 at door). RSVP by Sept. 5 at (760) 438-5491. Visit widowsandwidowersnc.com.
OCEANSIDE
Talk focuses on pier and its history
A free presentation on the Oceanside Pier, Past and Present hosted by the Oceanside Public Library and the Oceanside Historical Society is at 10 a.m. Sept. 7 in the Civic Center Library Community Rooms, 330 N. Coast Highway. Kristi Hawthorne, director of the Oceanside Historical Society, will discuss the unique story of Oceanside’s iconic piers throughout the years using visuals and stories of some of the six distinct piers that have been along Oceanside’s coast. Visit oceansidelibrary.org.
Celebration of community-written anthology
A celebration of the debut of the second edition of an anthology written by community members, “Our Oceanside: A Collection of Learner Stories, Vol. 2,” is from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 6 in the Civic Center Library Community Rooms, 330 N. Coast Highway. The anthology includes narratives, poems and art by 40 authors in the Oceanside READS program. The themes include Overcoming Challenges, Celebrations, Journeys and Second Chances. This free event will feature the debut of the second anthology edition of “Our Oceanside” with author readings, refreshments and an art exhibit by Maribel Baltadano, whose art will be displayed in the Civic Center Library’s second-floor gallery through Sept. 13. RSVP at (760) 435-5680 or visit bit.ly/OurOceanside24.
Brother Benno’s holds Super Sale at thrift shop
Oceanside nonprofit Brother Benno’s, which serves the area’s working poor, homeless and senior citizens, will hold a Super Sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 31 at its thrift shop, 3955 Mission Ave., which sells new and gently used clothing, household goods, furniture, shoes, books, movies and jewelry, Proceeds will go to the nonprofit’s critical need programs, along with its Shower Project to remodel the men’s and women’s showers, including plumbing and the laundry area inside the Brother Benno’s Center. The sale will offer a 50 percent discount on items storewide and 20 percent off on furniture and boutique items, excluding jewelry. Visit brotherbenno.org.
POWAY
Gypsy swing band to give concert
The Zzymzzy, a gypsy swing band, will give a concert from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sept. 6 at the Templars Hall, 14134 Midland Road. as part of the San Diego Folk Heritage concerts. The group also pays tribute to the Swing Era with classic standards and originals. Their second album, “Petite Fleur,” features cameos from various San Diego musicians. Admission is $18; San Diego Folk Heritage members, $15. Visit ticketweb.com/search?q=san+diego+folk+heritage.
Family Day marks historical society’s 60th anniversary
Poway Historical Society’s 60th Anniversary Family Fun Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 7 at Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Road. Highlights include games and food and information about Poway’s history. Visit poway.org/calendar.aspx?EID=3152.
RANCHO BERNARDO
Square dance club holds free dance lesson
The Wranglers Square Dance Club holds a free introduction to square dancing for the community from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Sept. 5 at the Seven Oaks Community Center, 16789 Bernardo Oaks Drive. The club’s internationally renowned caller, Buddy Weaver, will teach a few basic moves and get the group dancing. No prior experience is needed. Come solo or with a partner. Visit squaredancewithus.com.
Parkinson’s support group meets Sept. 3
The Inland North County Parkinson’s Support Group for people with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners meets from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 3 at San Rafael Church, 17252 Bernardo Center Drive, in the Parish Hall. The featured speaker is Shawn McMenamin, who will give a presentation on “A Journey Through Parkinson’s Therapies.” Discussion sessions will follow the presentation. Call (760) 749-8234 or (760) 518-1963.
Retired vice admiral to speak at meeting
Retired Navy Vice Adm. Charles Martoglio will be the guest speaker at the North County chapter of the San Diego World Affairs Council at 10 a.m. Sept. 5 at the Remington Club retirement community, 16916 Hierba Drive. Martoglio will discuss “America’s Security in an Era of Confrontation and Conflict.” Visit northcountyworldaffairs.org.
SAN DIEGO
Michael Morgan’s San Diego Farewell Concert
A farewell concert for renowned bass singer Michael Morgan will be held at 4 p.m. Sept. 8 as part of the Community Concerts at Christ Lutheran Pacific Beach, 4761 Cass St. Morgan will sing spirituals with accompaniment by longtime collaborator Janie Prim. Morgan has performed with the San Diego Symphony, San Diego Opera Company, Grossmont Symphony Orchestra and the La Jolla Symphony. He is the founder of the African American Music Foundation and has served on the boards of the San Diego Chorale, the Spreckels Organ Society and Bodhi Tree Concerts. He has taught and mentored musicians at Francis Parker School, Warrens-Walker Middle School and the San Diego Children’s Choir. Morgan, who has lived in San Diego for 37 years, is returning to his hometown of Birmingham, Ala. Admission is free; donations benefit the Christ Lutheran Music Fund. Ticket reservations are at bit.ly/3zLz15N.
Butterfly release set for Sept. 7 at library
The Paradise Hills Library will hold a butterfly release at 10 a.m. Sept. 7 in its wildflower garden, 5922 Rancho Hills Drive. There will also be a story time with butterfly-themed books and butterfly-themed crafts. Parking is limited; come early. Visit sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/paradise-hills-library.
Stargazing party Sept. 6 at park
The San Diego Astronomy Association puts on a free stargazing party, Stars in the Park, starting at sunset Sept. 6 at Mission Trails Regional Park. Weather permitting, guests can view the night sky through telescopes. Meet at the Kumeyaay Lake Campground, 2 Father Junipero Serra Trail. Visit sdaa.org/sdaa-events/#SMT.
Aloha Run at Tecolote Shores
The Aloha Run will be held from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 8 at Tecolote Shores, East Mission Bay Drive. Highlights include island-themed live music and dancing along both the 5K and 10K courses open to runners and walkers. Tickets are $45-$50. Visit events.com/r/en_US/registration/aloha-run-san-diego-2024-san-diego-september-918372.
Valley Vibes Summer Concert Series
The free Valley Vibes Summer Concert Series comes to a close for the season with a final concert from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 2 at the Mission Valley mall in the AMC Theatres Court, 1640 Camino del Rio. No tickets are needed. Visit bit.ly/3WhkmZc.
Free Bay to Park guided tour
Bay to Park Paseo provides a free guided tour from 10:30 a.m. to noon Sept. 7 along Park Boulevard from San Diego Bay to Balboa Park to see installations designed by leading San Diego artists. The 1.7-mile paseo, endorsed as an Impact Project of World Design Capital San Diego Tijuana 2024, was created to encourage walking and to highlight the connection between the San Diego Bay and Balboa Park. The paseo includes up to 13 installations outside iconic locations along Park Boulevard. The tours start at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront. Visit baytoparkpaseo.org.
Beatles Fair on Sept. 7 in North Park
Queen Bee’s Beatle Fair is from noon to 11:30 p.m. Sept. 7 at Queen Bee’s Art and Cultural Center, 3925 Ohio St., in North Park. The event celebrates the legendary Beatles with live performances by tribute bands, Beatles memorabilia and food. Tickets start at $27.37. Visit eventbrite.com/e/san-diego-beatles-fair-2024-tickets-886514908957.
Blanket Sounds final concert
The Blanket Sounds Summer Concert series continues with the final concert of the season from 4 to 8 p.m. Sept. 8 at Waterfront Park, 1600 Pacific Highway. Blanket Sounds is a multicultural and multigenerational space that uplifts creativity. The September show will feature live music by Kini Kini, sets by DJ Drumright and art installations by Aambr Newsome and Jennifer Swedell. Picnics are encouraged. Admission is free. Visit blanketsounds.org.
Free outdoor family movies
Free family-friendly movies are screened a parks throughout the county through Nov. 1. The movies start 15 minutes after sunset. For a list, visit sdparks.org/content/sdparks/en/participate/summer-movies-in-the-park.
Free organ concert in Balboa Park
A free organ concert is from 2 to 3 p.m. Sept. 8 at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion, 2125 Pan American E. Road, in Balboa Park. The concerts are held weekly. Visit spreckelsorgan.org.
Ocean Beach cleanup set for Sept. 7
The Surfrider Foundation hosts a beach and street cleanup from 9 to 11 a.m. Sept. 7 at the Ocean Beach Municipal Pier. Volunteers meet at Ocean Beach Veterans Plaza, 1950 Abbott St., south of the lifeguard station. Bring reusable cleanup supplies, if you have them, or use some provided. Volunteers younger than 18 must have a parent or guardian complete a waiver. Visit volunteer.surfrider.org.
Father Joe’s Ladies Guild holds luncheon
Father Joe’s Villages Ladies Guild puts on its annual September Membership Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sept. 9 at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 11451 Blue Cypress Drive, in Scripps Ranch. Attendees can learn about volunteer opportunities in the Ladies Guild, a service group that assists with events and programs at Father Joe’s Villages. The catered lunch is free for guests who are registered by Sept. 2. Register at margie.r.mills@gmail.com.
AI topic at Toastmaster workshop
The Voyagers Toastmasters hold a workshop, open to the community, on “How to Use Generative AI” to help your speech, report and document creation from 7 to 8:30 a.m. Sept. 5 at 1223 Cleveland Ave., Suite 200, in Hillcrest. RSVP at toastmastersvoyagers@gmail.com.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY
Upcoming blood drives
The San Diego Blood Bank will hold blood drives in the following parking lots (unless otherwise noted):
- First United Methodist Church, 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 1 at 1200 E. H St., Chula Vista.
- Westfield Plaza Bonita, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 2 at 3030 Plaza Bonita, National City.
- Pure Project Brewing, 1 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 2 at 1305 Hot Spring Way, Vista.
- Vons, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sept. 2 at 10016 Scripps Ranch Blvd., San Diego.
- Mystic Mocha, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sept. 3 at 2105 Mission Ave., San Diego.
- North County Mall, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 3 at 272 E. Via Rancho Parkway, Escondido.
- Albertsons, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 3 at 1571 San Elijo Road, San Marcos.
- Vons, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 3 at 6951 El Camino Real, Carlsbad.
- Chick-fil-A, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 3 at 3475 Marron Road, Oceanside.
- The Elizabeth Hospice, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 4 at 800 W. Valley Parkway, Escondido.
- Solana Beach Town Centre, 1 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 4 at 663 Lomas Center Drive, Solana Beach.
- Grocery Outlet, 3:30 to 6 p.m. Sept. 5 at 5185 Waring Road, San Diego.
- Chick-fil-A, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 5 at 475 Hacienda Drive, Vista.
- Jacumba Branch Library, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 7 at 44605 Old Highway 80, Jacumba Hot Springs.
- Starbucks, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 7 at 4227 Genesee Ave., San Diego.
- Mission Church of the Nazarene, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 8 at 4750 Mission Gorge Place, San Diego.
- Ascension Catholic Parish, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 8 at 11292 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego.
- Albertsons, 1 to 6 p.m. Sept. 10 at 1459 Main St., Ramona.
- North Coast Church, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 10 at 2405 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista.
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 11 at 2255 Felicita Road, Escondido.
- VFW Post 3795, noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 11 at 212 W. Mission Road, San Marcos.
- Saint Augustine High School, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 12, parked on street at 3266 Nutmeg St., San Diego.
- La Mesa Police Department, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 14 at 8085 University Ave., La Mesa.
Donors must be 17 and older, weigh at least 114 pounds, and be in good health. Photo identification is required. To make an appointment or find more drives, call (800) 469-7322 or visit sandiegobloodbank.org. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Animal shelter cuts pet adoption fees in half
The San Diego Humane Society offers a 50 percent discount on adoption fees through Sept. 10 as part of Clear the Shelters Month, sponsored by NBC Universal and Telemundo. On Sept. 7, Clear the Shelters Day, adoption fees will be waived entirely. The nonprofit shelter is caring for more than 2,000 animals and over 800 of them are ready to be adopted, including many puppies and kittens. San Diego Humane Society is open for walk-in adoptions Tuesday through Sunday at its campuses in Escondido, El Cajon, Oceanside and San Diego. Adoptions are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays. Pets for adoption can be seen at sdhumane.org/adopt. Rancho Coastal Humane Society in Encinitas is also taking part. Check to see if your local shelter is participating. Visit sdhumane.org.
Fireside chat for female leaders in health care
The San Diego chapter of the nonprofit Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association, which fosters women’s involvement in health care worldwide, will hold a webinar, “Inclusive Decision Making: a Fireside Chat with Mary Stutts,” from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 5 at Hologic, 10210 Genetic Center Drive, and virtually. The event, co-hosted by Hologic, includes a panel discussion and will discuss the benefits of bringing together groups of decision-makers with various backgrounds and how female health care leaders have overcome challenges and achieved success. Registration is $10-$40 at bit.ly/3WERokS.
Property taxes topic of talk Sept. 10
The Navajo Canyon Club of the Republican Women of California will host a representative from the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association at the club’s meeting from 10:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 10 at The Legacy Hotel, 875 Hotel Circle South. The subject will be on how to protect Proposition 13 and why voting “no” on Proposition 5 will make it harder to have property tax hikes. Register by Sept. 5 at rwcnavajocanyon.org.
Free interpretive hikes
The San Diego Natural History Museum’s new Canyoneer hiking season begins on Sept. 8. Museum-trained naturalists from The Nat will lead free, interpretive hikes around the county. This season there will be more than 60 free, guided hikes. Visit sdnhm.org/education/canyoneer-hikes/canyoneer-hike-list.
SANTA YSABEL
Gallery opens ‘Eclectic Vision’ exhibit
Santa Ysabel Art Gallery opens a new exhibit, “Eclectic Vision,” by nationally acclaimed local artist Stan Goudey on Sept. 7. The exhibit features Goudey’s latest collection, which includes urban and rural landscapes and still-life paintings. An opening reception will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Sept. 7 at the gallery, 30352 Highway 78. The exhibit runs through Oct. 27. The gallery is in the historic 1930 Hellyer house and includes paintings, sculpture, ceramics, glass and mixed media. The gallery spotlights regional California landscape and plein-air painting along with the James Hubbell Room, featuring works of the late James Hubbell, internationally recognized artist, architect and poet. Gallery hours are from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays. Visit santaysabelartgallery.com.
SAN MARCOS
Antique buffs gather Sept. 9
El Camino Real Questers will meet at 12:30 p.m. Sept. 9 at the Lake San Marcos Clubroom, 1105 La Bonita Drive. The program will be on “Salem Witch Trials.” Questers is an international organization that fosters an appreciation of antiques and collectibles, and encourages the preservation of antiquities and historical sites. The chapter meets on the second Monday of each month, except in summer. Visitors are welcome. Visit elcaminorealquesters.webador.com.
SANTEE
Annual pet adoption event set for Sept. 7
Chuze Fitness hosts its fifth annual “Chuze To Adopt” pet adoption event from 9 to 11 a.m. Sept. 7 at 215 Town Center Parkway. The event, held with the San Diego Humane Society, offers a chance to play with pups and get adoption fees waived. Also, free microchipping will be offered. Visit chuzefitness.com.
VALLEY CENTER
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
Harrah’s Resort Southern California and the Rincon Fire Department will hold a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at 9 a.m. Sept. 7 to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice on Sept. 11, 2001. Participants can climb the 110 flights of stairs, the same height as the World Trade Center towers, in the South Tower of the resort in honor of members of the FDNY Squad 18 who lost their lives that day. Members of the Rincon Fire Department and other first responders will take part with community members.
VISTA
Kiwanis Club puts together 400 snack packs for school kids in need
Sunrise Vista Kiwanis Club members recently put together 400 snack packs that were later included in backpacks distributed to underserved children by the North County chapter of the NAACP. The club’s 30th annual Charity Golf Tournament, co-sponsored by the Vista Education Association, was held Aug. 19 with nearly 100 golfers participating. Money raised will go to scholarships and to needs within the Vista community. The club, founded in 1974 aims to foster a sense of belonging and unity among community members. Visit Sunrise Vista Kiwanis Club.
Gala benefits community clinic
Vista Community Clinic will put on its annual gala, “A Saturday Night Fever,” at 6 p.m. Sept. 7 under the stars at Bluebird Canyon Ranch. The night will feature a performance by the Polyester Express band. The VCC Mobile Food Pantry will be at the event, showing how access to healthy food contributes to overall community health. Proceeds from the gala will benefit the clinic’s services, including the Karen A. Black Memorial Scholarship Fund, VCC health services for the community and the new VCC Mobile Food Pantry. For tickets and sponsorships, email at betsy@vcc.org.
Garden puts on 25th anniversary gala
The Alta Vista Botanical Gardens will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a gala from 5 to 10 p.m. Sept. 7 in its Rose Garden, 1270 Vale Terrace Drive, to mark “a quarter of a century of community engagement, environmental conservation, and cultural enrichment.” The history of the botanical garden goes back to the old Smitgen property, a 15-acre site acquired by the city of Vista in 1990. Tickets are $250. Visit altavistabotanicalgardens.org.
Historical Society hosts barbecue
The Vista Historical Society will hold its annual community Old Fashioned Barbecue from 3 to 7 p.m. Sept. 7 at 2317 Old Foothill Drive. Live country music will be performed by Nitro Express. The barbecue includes beef, pork, hot dogs, baked beans, coleslaw and dessert. Beer and wine will be sold separately, and there will be a raffle. The cost is $30; $5 for children younger than 10. Each $100 sponsorship will include two free admissions. Visit vistahistoricalsociety.com.
Workshops on fiber arts
Fiber Arts Super Saturday Workshops will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 7 at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave. The classes range from Beginning Spinning to Inkle Weaving and are taught by Palomar Handweavers and Spinners Guild members. Fees are typically $60; $50 for museum members, plus $10 materials fee. Visit agsem.org.
Abraxas Garden topic of presentation
The Vista Garden Club hosts a presentation on Abraxas Garden, a continuous high school program that teaches agriculture, aquaponics and sustainability, at 1:45 p.m. Sept. 6 in the Azalea Room at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. The speaker is Robert Lutticken, biology teacher at Abraxus High School in Poway. Fingertip lunch is at noon followed by the business meeting at 12:30 p.m. and program at 1:45 p.m. Visit californiagardenclubs.com/vistagardenclub.
Community workshop on city’s general plan
A General Plan Update Workshop will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 3 at the City Council Chambers at the Vista Civic Center, 200 Civic Center Drive. Attendees can learn about the scope of work that will be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report and provide input on the city’s general plan update, a multi-year planning and outreach initiative and blueprint for the city’s future. Spanish translation will be provided. Visit vista2050.com.
Last days of water park for the season
The Wave water park is open from noon to 5 p.m. weekends through Sept. 8, except Labor Day, Sept. 2, when the water park will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 101 Wave Drive. Visit thewavewaterpark.com.
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