Historical Society closed
ALPINE — The Alpine Historical Society Museum will be closed
in December. The museum will reopen on the last Saturday and
Sunday in January from 2 to 4 p.m.
Book study group
ALPINE — A Course in Miracles: Book Study Group will be held
every Friday (starting 1/1/10), 11 a.m.- 12:30 p.m., at the
Alpine Mobile Home Estates Club House, 2400 Alpine Blvd.
Sponsored by Alpine Church of Spiritual Living; learn more
about ACSL at www.alpinechurch.com or call 473-2045. Learn
more about “A Course in Miracles” at www.acim.org.
Powerlink town hall meeting
ALPINE — Second District Supervisor Dianne Jacob will host a
community town hall meeting on Thursday, Jan. 14 at 6 p.m.
at the Alpine Community Center, to discuss the proposed
Sunrise Powerlink and the undergrounding project that will
take place along Alpine Boulevard.
Alpine residents and business owners are encouraged to
attend to ask questions, raise concerns and discuss plans
regarding the project and its effect on the local community.
Tree town meeting
ALPINE — This year the tree people will be working with some
of the local elementary schools to set up tree programs in
the class rooms. They are also gearing up for their 2nd
Annual Tree Town event, which will take place at the Alpine
Woman’s Club on Saturday, April 24.
If you love trees and are interested in learning more about
how you can get involved then plan to attend their next
meeting on Wednesday, Jan 20 at the Alpine Chamber office,
2707 Alpine Blvd at 5:30 p.m.
For further information please call Vikki at 445-6636.
Thrifty Threads
ALPINE — The Alpine Community Center’s Thrifty Threads
resale shop is moving into the front half of the Old
Firehouse on Alpine Boulevard.
This will provide lots of space for larger items and they
can now accept large furniture and working appliances, but
no mattresses please.
End of the tax year is around the corner, clean your closets
and get your donations in now. All donations to Thrifty
Threads are tax deductible.
Due to the increased size of the shop, they are also looking
for a few volunteers to help run the store.
Proceeds from Thrifty Threads goes to fund new programs at
the community center. For information call 445-7330.
Scholarships available
ALPINE — The California Federation of Republican Women,
Southern Division, Charlotte Mousel Scholarship is awarded
to assist graduating high school seniors who demonstrate
their ability to think constructively on matters affecting
our government.
Awards in the amount of $1,200 (first place) and $800
(second place) will be based on the following: Scholastic
achievement, school activities, community involvement,
political activities, general appearance of the application,
and construction thought demonstrated in an essay.
A typewritten essay, not to exceed 1,000 words, with your
thoughts on the topic: “Why is the U.S. Constitution unique
in human history, and why should each U.S. citizen value its
contents?” should be submitted together with the appropriate
forms to: Marilyn Kruso, President, Mt. Empire Republican
Women Federated, 354 D. Street, Ramona, CA 92065 (760)
789-9016 cell 454-0532 The content of your essay should
reflect your knowledge of the Constitution, and what the
Constitution means to you.
Please call either of the numbers above to request an
application form. Completed applications for the Charlotte
Mousel Scholarship must be received no later than Feb. 1,
2010. |
Weight loss challenge
ALPINE — A group of wellness professionals will hold a
12-week community weight loss challenge beginning Jan. 4 and
7.
Cost is $39 and includes a personal Coach, free body
analysis, group support and more. All registration money
will be paid out in cash prizes to the top Three “Losers.”
Classes are held once each week and last about 45 minutes.
Participants will learn about the power of protein, the
importance of water, healthy snack choices, a balanced diet
and fitness.
Space is limited. Call to pre-register 528-0543.
Winter tennis
ALPINE — It’s not too late to make your New Years’
Resolution of keeping physically fit. The ACC has the answer
– learn to play tennis and burn those holiday calories.
Rene’ Toscano – Teaching Pro at the ACC will be accepting
students for the winter season starting Jan. 7. A wide
variety of programs will be offered for youth beginners to
adults with previous playing experience.
Special classes for high school student athletes is offered
with emphasis on game strategies and overall skill
improvement according to coach Rene Toscano.
Start the New Year off right – stay fit and enjoy the game
of tennis. Call 722-1669 or e-mail: retoscano@yahoo.com.
Free community chipping
ALPINE — The Greater Alpine Fire Safe Council is hosting
free community chipping events on Friday, Jan. 8 for North
Central Alpine (Zone 2) and Friday, Jan. 22 for Central
Alpine (Zone 3). Must register at least 7 days prior—need
not be present.
Restrictions Apply: First come, first served. Limb diameter
restricted to 8 inches. No mud, rocks, construction debris,
or trash. No fibrous material (palm fronds, bamboo, etc.) No
material from businesses, contractors, or professional
landscapers. Crews are unable to chip brush that has been
mechanically removed from the ground by tractors/heavy
machinery.
Stack material with cut ends facing the street. You are
responsible for hauling material to street. Multiple piles
are permitted. Contractors used by GAFSC comply with daily
work restrictions of the San Diego County Project Activity
Level System.
Go to www.greateralpinefsc.org for more info and a
registration form.
Cox heroes scholarships
SAN DIEGO — Cox Heroes scholarships, in denominations of
$2,500 or $10,000, are available for San Diego County
adults, military dependents and high school seniors who
dream of furthering their education.
To be considered for a Cox Heroes scholarship, applicants
must meet the following criteria and file their completed,
postmarked application by Friday, Jan. 29: Live within a Cox
Communications service area in San Diego County, demonstrate
financial need, have a strong commitment to civic
participation as demonstrated by involvement in community,
church or school activities, be enrolled as a full-time
college-student as of fall 2010 at an accredited two-year
college, four-year university or licensed trade/vocational
school located in San Diego County, High school seniors must
be a June 2010 graduate from a San Diego County high school
and have a minimum unweighted 3.0 GPA or higher, adults
re-entering school must be age 25 or older and possess a
high school diploma or G.E.D.
Program details and an application can be found by visiting
www.coxkidsfoundation.org or www.cox.com. Applications must
be postmarked by Friday, Jan. 29, 2010, and mailed to: Cox
Heroes Scholarship c/o Cox Communications, 5159 Federal
Blvd., San Diego CA 92105, Attention: Marnie Peterson.
RCD workshop
DESCANSO — The Resource Conservation District of Greater San
Diego County is hosting a free tree planting and maintenance
workshop on Saturday, Jan. 30 at 10 a.m. at the Descanso
Town Hall, 24536 Viejas Grade Road.
Topics include: why to plant; where to get trees; where to
plant; selecting your trees; how to plant; proper
maintenance; seed to seedling process, and oak regeneration.
Workshop instructors are Danielle Campbell, RCD Forester and
David Janssen, Calfire Forester.
Please RSVP by Dec. 31 to guarantee a seat. Call Cheryl
Lartigau at 562-0096. |
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