CALIFORNIA NATIVE APPOINTED DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS AT CALIFORNIA COLLEGE SAN DIEGO

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CALIFORNIA NATIVE APPOINTED DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS AT CALIFORNIA COLLEGE SAN DIEGO

San Diego, CA, April 12, 2010 – The rapidly growing Mission Valley campus of California College San Diego has just named Tana Sanderson of Encinitas Director of Admissions.  Sanderson has worked in higher education for 18 years as an educator and administrator at various San Diego universities.  She has a bachelor’s degree in Journalism, a master’s degree in Communications / Marketing, and doctoral studies in business. She most recently ran the Temecula campus of University of Redlands as the Director, and had regional campus duties to oversee their satellite campuses throughout Southern California. Read more

Benefit Esperanza Health Center Benefit

“The thirty-two strings (of the eight violins) elicited unceasing, enthusiastic applause, and even laughter for each of the pieces they performed”
Ehui.com review, Ortiz Festival, Mexico January 2010 Read more

This Week Via Ranch & Coast Magazine

Community Activities Via Ranch and Coast Magazine

For more information on any of their events please go to www.ranchandcoast.com

NuboNau Mother Of The Year Contest

NuboNau, purveyor of premier organic and all-natural skin care products, and Ranch & Coast have teamed up to offer one beloved mother a luxurious Mother’s Day gift. The grand prize, valued at $1,754, includes a Pai skincare consultation at the NuboNau boutique at The Forum at Carlsbad complete with Champagne and pastries; a private one-on-one La Bella Donna makeup consultation with a celebrity makeup artist at NuboNau; a complete year supply of customized Pai skincare products delivered directly to the mother’s home every three months; a complete makeup kit from La Bella Donna; and, for both the mother and her nominator, heavenly NuboNau Organika Majestic candles. In addition, the first 100 in-store entrants will receive a complimentary gift

Spa Week San Diego

The 12th edition of Spa Week is underway this week, delivering the benefits of the spa at an affordable price. Approximately three-dozen local spas are participating, including Blue Marble Spa at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay, Cinnabar Acupuncture Clinic & Spa, Morgan Run Spa and Sport Retreat, Rock Spa at the Hard Rock Hotel, Sè Spa, Sea Spa at Loews Coronado Bay Resort, Spa Aquazul, The Spa at La Costa, Spa Gregorie’s in Del Mar, The Catamaran Spa, The Spa at Estancia, and many more.

Little Italy Inn Prelude To ArtWalk

On Tuesday, April 20, from 5-7pm, Little Italy Inn, a European-style bed and breakfast, presents the unveiling of the Trompe L’oeil mural by FIDM artist Victor De La Fuente in the historic hotel’s courtyard. Guests will enjoy hosted hors d’oeuvres and beverages, along with an opportunity drawing to benefit the National Kidney Foundation. For details on how to RSVP,

RSF Democratic Club Discussion Groups

The Rancho Santa Fe Democratic Club is set to meet on Wednesday, April 21, at 6:30pm. The format for the membership meeting will be small group discussions of the following topics: term limits for the board of supervisors, job creation, immigration, and financial reform. Attendees can select which topic they want to discuss and will then report back to the entire group with an advocacy position of their topic. Each group will have a moderator. This event will be held at a private residence; the address will be provided at time of RSVP.

Cheers To UCP

On Thursday, April 22, from 6-9pm, join the Beach & Country Guild for an evening of fine wines and fabulous small dishes at Dolce Pane E Vino in Rancho Santa Fe. Fifteen percent of all sales will benefit United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego. For more information please click here.

Chihuly At The Salk

April 22-27, Salk Institute of Biological Studies kicks off its 50th anniversary celebration with Chihuly at the Salk , an outdoor installation by artist Dale Chihuly. The event is open to the public for guided tours in which guests can experience a dozen of Chihuly’s fantastically colorful and expressive glass sculptures, positioned throughout the grounds. An April 25 lecture and book signing with Chihuly includes optional self-guided tours starting at 11am. The noon lecture and signing will take place in the Salk Institute’s Frederic de Hoffmann Auditorium, with limited tickets available. Chihuly will discuss some of his most significant installations from around the world and touch on the installation at the Salk and the landmark architecture that inspired it.

TheWaveJournal.com Art Show & Benefit

On Friday, April 23, The Wave Journal presents an elegant evening at 2010 Jimmy Durante Boulevard in Del Mar featuring live music by Da Bears, free giveaways, and artwork by Blake Conner, Adam Instone, Erik Derman, ManRabbit, Brian Grasela, Eric Wixon, Josh Lary, Jordan Ellingson, Eli Mirandon, Jesse Kerr, Susan Schiffer, and Carla Naden. There will also be works for sale from EGBOKMission.org, the proceeds of which will help fund the organization’s continuing educational efforts in Cambodia.

La Jolla Fashion Film Festival

On April 23-24, the La Jolla Fashion Film Festival will embrace the fashion film digital media genre by featuring productions from major fashion houses including Alexander McQueen, Guy Bourdin, and others, as well as those of emerging designers. Opening night kicks off with The Show on Prospect, a unique event offering showings in a festive village setting. Day two will take place at the picturesque La Jolla Cove Bridge Club and will feature fashion breakout sessions, a networking luncheon, and an informal modeling happy hour. As dusk falls guests will be seated and treated to showings on a giant outdoor movie screen.

SCP Spring Garden Show

On Saturday, April 24, from 3:30-4:30pm, the South Coast Plaza Spring Garden Show presents Ed Begley Jr., environmental leader, author, activist, and co-host of the hit Planet Green series Living with Ed . Begley, who has devoted 40 years of his life to environmentalism, will discuss how to “Live Simply So Others Can Simply Live,” demonstrating that an eco-friendly lifestyle can be easy, fun, and surprisingly inexpensive. From 5:30-6:30pm, Begley will then speak about “Home Gardening — One of the Cheapest and Easiest Green Things You Can Do To Save Energy and Money.” From recycling more materials than you ever thought possible to composting without raising a stink, Begley is packed with ideas from obvious to ingenious that will help you live green. A book signing follows both presentations.

25th Annual San Diego Brain Injury Foundation Charity Golf Classic

Set to benefit the San Diego Brain Injury Foundation, this event will be held at Country Club of Rancho Bernardo on Monday, April 26. The $250 registration fee includes the golf tournament, lunch, dinner, gifts, contests, raffle, and silent auction, and helps support the San Diego Brain Injury Foundation. For more information please click here.

Ladies Luncheon & Fashion Show

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Second Annual Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Show, featuring designs by Nicole Miller, takes place on Thursday, April 29, at the Four Seasons Resort Aviara. With Kimberly Hunt serving as mistress of ceremonies, the event celebrates the strength, grace, and courage of women in the cystic fibrosis community who inspire those involved in the fight for a cure. Seating is limited.

Coming Up Roses

The Del Mar Rose Society is celebrating its tenth anniversary year with a return to the Del Mar Library for its annual rose show, on view April 29 through May 1. Admission is free, and attendees will view individual hybrid teas, climbing, and David Austin English rose specimens, along with gorgeous bouquets — all on display for rose lovers and connoisseurs to admire and savor.

Finding Hope

James Tomasi, noted author and inspirational speaker, will be the featured guest at the Rancho Santa Fe Community Center on Saturday, May 1. Tomasi will share his incredible journey from pain and disability to hope and healing. For 12 years, he suffered with a disorder known as trigeminal neuralgia, an incurable nerve condition of the face. After discovering a relatively unknown form of chiropractic, Tomasi thankfully steered away from his plans to commit suicide in 1997. At the time, he had no idea he would eventually help thousands of people around the world get their normal lives back. Those who have a health concern that has not been successfully treated are invited to attend this special community dinner. Please RSVP no later that April 27

Make Your Memories Last

Have we taken your photo at an event recently? You can now buy images we’ve shot online..

Philantrhopic Feet

Earth Day is fast approaching! With a variety of playful designs that are available in organic or vegan styles, or made from recycled and sustainable materials, Toms Shoes also improves the lives of children around the world. One for one, with every pair purchased, Toms gives a pair of new shoes to a child in need.

Please be sure to also visit www.ranchandcoast.com for more eco-friendly fashion, and for our Local Green Business Directory.

Fundraiser Events for Locks of love & Friends of Haiti

Looking for something to do this weekend in Encinitas and do good at the same time?

Chamber members Cardova Gardens and Total Women Gym and Day Spa are both hosting events for great causes.

Friends of Haiti – Cordova Gardens  Sunday April 18th

Live Music, Food, Games and More, Tickets $20 Kids under 5free.

Get tickets at Cordova Gardens, Swami’s Cafe, Honey’s bistro & Bakery or Beach Grass Cafe

Locks of Love Fundraiser At Total Woman Gym & Day Spa, Friday  April 16th

Encinitas, CA – April 12, 2010 – Total Woman Gym & Day Spa is honoring the Locks of Love campaign by hosting an event at their Encinitas location on April 16th to encourage others to donate their locks and improve the lives of disadvantaged children. Read more

San Diego County Fair Entry Information is Now Online!

Start creating, crafting, baking and making! We’ll see YOU at the 2010 San Diego County Fair!

Please visit www.sdfair.com/entry to download forms and enter through our online system. The Entry Office is standing by to answer your questions and provide you with assistance! Please contact us at 858-792-4207 or entry@sdfair.com.

Please note the following entry deadlines: Read more

March Sundowner Was Fantastico!

The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce’s March Sundowner at Vigilucci’s Ristorante Pizzeria on North Coast Hwy 101 in Leucadia was a great evening.  Beautiful weather, charming patio local, amazing food and desserts, door prizes and the reintroduced Pot O Gold drawing treated the crowd to the perfect networking and information gathering event.

Marshall Weinreb, CEO, obtained guest speakers:

• Henry Tirado from the Sheriff’s Department, who brought a wealth of information for businesses on how to improve security.
• Isaac Trotta, Boy Scout representative, spoke about Troop activities and their pancake breakfast.
• Joe Erdelen, Costco representative, introduced all Costco has to offer, and brought delicious cakes.
• Emily Coupe YMCA director of special events, and Robert Green talked about the YMCA’s “Raising The Roof” event, which added a nice community spirit as well as useful information.
• Sherry Hodges representative from Martin Garrick’s office,
• Theresa Barth Encinitas City Council, represented local government.

Denise Joseph, event coordinator for Vigilucci’s, was so pleased with the positive feedback about the restaurant that she said, “ That was so much fun!  When can we have another one?”

ECC Board President Angel Haag, the Chamber Ambassadors and members did their usual excellent job of making all feel welcome and and arranging for the raffle prizes.  Debbie Caligiuri, membership director, and Suzanne Perez Swanson, Board member pulled everything together and also enjoyed the event.

The April Sundowner will be at the Elk’s Lodge in Cardiff on April 20^th.  There will be prizes and surprises, food and drink, and networking opportunities.

All Four Scripps Hospitals Earn Certificates of Excellence For Delivering Quality Health Care

All four of Scripps Health’s hospitals are on the state’s most recent list of top California hospitals for delivering quality health care. Of the 41 hospitals listed, only five are in San Diego County

Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Scripps Mercy Hospital have earned Certificates of Excellence by the California Hospital Assessment and Reporting Task Force (CHART) for having superior and above-average quality scores. Read more

New Use Tax Registration Requirements for Qualified Purchasers

Reminder about the newly added section 6225 to the California Revenue and Taxation Code (RTC) that requires a qualified purchaser to register with the Board of Equalization (BOE) and report and pay use tax directly to the BOE by April 15th for the preceding calendar year for purchases subject to use tax. Under this section, a qualified purchaser is a person who has at least $100,000 in gross receipts per year from business operations, is not required to hold a seller’s permit or a certificate of registration use tax, does not hold a use tax direct payment permit, or is not otherwise registered with the BOE for use tax. In September 2009 we sent the following link to our special notice with information regarding the new use tax registration requirements: http://www.boe.ca.gov/news/pdf/l232.pdf. Read more

Megan’s Law Community Forum Tuesday March 23, 2010

News From Assemblyman Martin Garrick:

Megan’s Law Community Forum

www.asm.ca.gov/ Garrick
Assemblymember.Garrick@assembly.ca.gov

Given the recent tragedies in North San Diego County, many of us are concerned about protecting our children from sexual predators. Here is an opportunity to increase awareness of current state laws and ideas to make our neighborhoods safer. Read more

Full-Tuition Scholarships and Paid Internships Available

Full-Tuition Scholarships and Paid Internships Available for Students Interested in Careers in Nuclear Energy

Looking for a stable, well-paying job in an unstable economy? A new MiraCosta College program offers a free college education, a stable job and great pay! MiraCosta has partnered with the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) to offer a program to train students for jobs in nuclear energy. Plus, SONGS is offering 48 full-tuition and book scholarships for qualifying students who enroll in the new Maintenance & Operations Job Preparation Program. SONGS is also offering $20.97/hour paid summer internships. Interested students can learn more about the program at a special information session scheduled for Thursday, April 22, 6-7 p.m. in Room 3601 (Little Theatre) at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside. Read more

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