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Tierrafest Is May 20th!

Another great Tierrasanta event is planned for Saturday, May 20, 2023. The Kiwanis Club of Tierrasanta has started planning for the 35th year of the popular Tierrafest community tradition. It will include a Parade that starts at 10 AM from Canyon Hills High School, an All-American Bar-B-Q dinner to be held at the Tierrasanta Lutheran Church Parking Lot, 11240 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. with live music, dancing, soft drinks, beer & wine for the adults, dessert, and a game area for the kids.

The Tierrasanta Junior Women’s Club will have an Arts & Crafts fair at the Newbreak Church parking lot starting at 9 AM.

Mark your calendar for May 20th and be part of the fun. The Tierrafest is a joint endeavor of the Kiwanis Club of Tierrasanta, Tierrasanta Junior Women’s Club, the Tierrasanta Community Council, Newbreak Church, and the Tierrasanta Lutheran Church. All net proceeds will be used to fund youth projects in the Tierrasanta & Murphy Canyon Communities.

Plan to be part of the festivities by watching or being in the parade especially if you are a local merchant. You can also support financially by being a parade sponsor or placing an ad on the BBQ dinner placemats. For further information contact Hani Shatila at (858) 268-0044 or Email drhani09@gmail.com.

Forms and Information

If you or your organization are interested in participating in Tierrafest, you can use the forms below and contact Hani Shatila at (858) 268-0044 or by email at drhani09@gmail.com

• Parade Entry Form

• Clean up your treasured convertible for parade dignitaries

• An invitation and announcement to all Tierrasanta Merchants

• Bus Route Notice

Supervisor Anderson Introduces Himself to the Tierrasanta Community

Hello, Tierrasanta! I am Supervisor Joel Anderson, your elected representative for the County of San Diego’s Second District. I wanted to take this opportunity to properly introduce myself seeing that, due to recent redistricting, my district now encompasses the Tierrasanta community. I am honored to represent you and your families on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors.

Throughout this past year, I’ve had the privilege of meeting many of you through community group meetings and memorable events in the beautiful “Island in the Hills.” Thank you for welcoming me and my office with open arms.

As your County Supervisor, my ultimate goal is to make county government work for you. The County plays an important role in your community, including providing housing, rental, food and medical assistance, veteran and family services, emergency safety resources, and much more.

Here is a snapshot of what my office can do for you:

Constituent Services

For assistance with county services, contacting a county department, or inquiring about county policy areas such as attainable housing, public safety, and economic development, go to supervisorjoelanderson.com/contact. Complete the Share Your Opinion form to ensure you receive a timely response.

Certificates of Recognition

I believe it's important to recognize exceptional individuals, groups, and businesses playing an active role in their community. I am always looking to award those making a difference with Certificates of Recognition. In fact, I was delighted to commend participants at last year’s Tierrsanata Patriot’s Day Parade with personalized certificates of recognition. You can request a certificate at supervisorjoelanderson.com/certificate.

County Grants

The County has multiple ongoing grant programs to support organizations, small businesses, and community projects. Last October, I gladly facilitated the allocation of $20,000 in County grant funding to the Kiwanis Club of Tierrasanta, in support of the community’s annual Oktoberfest and Tierrafest.

To learn more and apply for the Community Enhancement Program or Neighborhood Reinvestment Program, visit supervisorjoelanderson.com and select the tabs under “Community.”

Internship Program

To the high school and college students in Tierrasanta, my office maintains a robust and award-winning internship program. We are constantly seeking out driven youth interested in public service. To learn more and apply, visit supervisorjoelanderson.com/intern.

I look forward to assisting the Tierrasanta community in any way that I can. Do not hesitate to contact my office by calling (619) 219-2470, emailing joel.anderson@sdcounty.gov, or visiting www.supervisorjoelanderson.com.

It is my pleasure to serve you.

Sincerely,

Supervisor Joel Anderson

Tierrasanta Pool and Recreation Center Updates

As we get closer to spring, there are lots of things happening at our community pool and recreation center. The Tierrasanta Riptides Swim Team is always looking for more swimmers, and if you’re interested in being a lifeguard this summer the pool would love to have you! We need more lifeguards so we can keep our beautiful pool open for longer hours. The Rec Center is offering lots of different programs - from arts & crafts to dance and fitness classes, and even some toddler programs to keep the little ones entertained. You can find all the details here in the spring season flyer.

Spring has arrived and Little League Baseball is back!

Opening Day is scheduled for March 4th at the Tierrasanta Recreation Center.

It’s the perfect opportunity to come out and support local baseball. A fun filled day is planned - Kicking things off with a Majors Division Double-Header; 10am the T-Town Tigers vs. the TLL Mets, second game will be played at 5:30pm featuring the Tierrasanta White Socks vs. The T-Town Phillies.

Games, Food & Fun starting at 12pm; Test your pitching speed, hit the bullseye and dunk a Coach at the Dunk Tank, and take part in the MLB -Jr. Home Run Derby (scheduled from 2:30pm-3:30pm -register your 12-14 year old player here; Tierrasanta Little League : Jr. Home Run Derby 2023 (leagueapps.com)! Get your player some new gear by donating/shopping our gently used equipment sale. Enjoy BBQ burgers, Kettle Korn, Shave Ice and more. Tickets to the Father’s Day Padres game will be available to purchase, get yours before they sell out! Players should be dressed in their uniforms and ready for the fog-tunnel parade at 1pm.

Preparing for the Spring Season

TLL Board members and volunteers have been working together to ensure a great season for all players and families. Back in February, player assessments for upper divisions and Farm were conducted, and Managers and Coaches were recruited/identified. A special THANK YOU to the Managers, Coaches & Volunteers that have stepped up to the plate this season! We have a great group of kids ready to have fun and build baseball skills. With a record number of registrations, we will field (2) Juniors teams, (4) Majors teams, (5) Minors teams, (6) Farm teams, (6) Coach Pitch teams and (5) Tee-Ball teams.

We are looking forward to an awesome 2023 season- See you on the field!

Fall Season Officially comes to a close for AYSO Tierrasanta

The Fall season that started in August with 474 kids and 46 teams officially came to a close this weekend. Our last two All Star teams competed in the Section 11 All Star Tournament against the best kids from San Diego, Orange County and Riverside. The girls U10 and boys Under 12 each played their hearts out and represented Tierrasanta proudly. While they did not win, they each had a great time and experience.

2022 was a great season for AYSO in Tierrasanta. We saw tons of new kids join the league along with many new and enthusiastic coaches and referees. As a volunteer organization, we couldn't have had such a great season without the parents, guardians, and volunteers that give so much to support these kids. We thank you for your support!

As we head into 2023 we do have a Spring Academy coming up in March. This weekly program is a great way for returning players to grow their skills and for new players to learn the fundamentals of soccer. We also have Soccer Camps over Spring Break and during the Summer. If you are interested, you can find more information at AYSO152.org.

While the Fall Season is a ways off, if anyone is looking to get involved with the AYSO Board, Coaching, or Refereeing, please reach out to us at commissioner@ayso152.org. We have training events coming up that would like to get involved. We would also love to have your input on the season ahead.

Thanks for your continued support!

AYSO Tierrasanta

The Latest from Hancock Elementary

The fall season brought students to assemble for flag assemblies at Hancock Elementary. Teachers awarded a couple students from their class to receive an award for their academic achievements or good citizen characteristics. One of the November assemblies brought some extra excitement as students found Principal Hightower not on the ground where she usually stands but instead, they found her on top of the main office building. She announced the award recipients from the rooftop as students were handed their certificates by Associate Principal Salas. The assembly ended with a student from each class spraying silly string on Associate Principal Salas. The students made these two activities possible because they surpassed their fundraising goals from the Monster Dash.

The winter season brought more volunteers back to Hancock. More and more volunteers are filling out volunteer applications to help support school activities and field trips. Hancock also had volunteers help plant two pear trees, a nectarine tree, a cherry tree, and a fig tree from SDG&E Sustainable Tree Program. The trees look healthy, and our Hancock students and families are excited to watch them grow. Our local Tierrasanta ACE Hardware store generously donated 4 shovels and several bags of potting soil for our volunteers to use for the trees and other planting in the future. It was a great day to plant trees and hope to sign up even more volunteers in March for another Garden Day. Sometimes parents are not able to volunteer Monday through Friday but can volunteer on a Saturday. These garden activities or other volunteer activities that fall on a Saturday are perfect for parents who can only volunteer on the weekends. If parents are interested in volunteering with the garden, field trips, or other activities at Hancock, they are encouraged to fill out a volunteer application and show current TB test result.

Hancock has recently become a Community based school. Throughout the fall and winter season Abigail Avila has been promoting family and community involvement by encouraging them to Be the Voice of the Community through the Hancock Heroes campaign. Since Becoming a Community School, Hancock has already funded teacher specific “After School Tutoring Club”, held two different Flu Vaccine Clinics with Balboa Navy Medical, held STEP (Support the Enlisted Project) Food Drive, provided in-School Mental Health Support for students, hired “extra” Noon Supervision for UTK recess and purchased “I-Ready” program. They have even more activities in the works and will continue to listen to the Hancock Hero voices.

Join us for "Fiddler on the Roof Jr." presented by the students of De Portola Middle School on March 17 & 18!

By DPMS Theater

In March, De Portola students will be performing the musical "Fiddler on the Roof Jr." right here in Tierrasanta at Weiner Hall on the De Portola Middle School campus. A dedicated cast and crew of talented middle schoolers have been working hard for months, learning about the world of theater, from memorizing lines, singing solo and in a group, to stage choreography. A BIG THANKS to the stage directors, Courtney Caballero and Geneva McElwaine-Leto, who put this production together during after-school hours to allow the students the opportunity to gain knowledge, skills, and experience the joy of performing arts.

Story background: Set in the village of Anatevka, Russia, in the early 1900s, "Fiddler on the Roof Jr." tells the story of a dairyman named Tevye and his five daughters. Tevye is well-respected in the village and is steadfast in his belief in the importance of tradition and embracing his Jewish heritage. But when it comes time for his daughters to be married, his expectations are dashed by his daughters' insistence on marrying for love. Simmering beneath this light-hearted story, however, is the unrest of the outside world encroaching on the village. Sofia Dickman, who plays Tevye's oldest daughter, Tzeitel, explains that "it's a story about family," one that "is struggling to follow their traditions." She says that her character, for example, "is matched to marry a butcher, but instead wants to marry her childhood friend who she loves." Join us for the performance, and find out what happens!

Part comedy, part drama, part musical, this play has something for everyone. The students can't wait to show you their stuff! Ethan Wolfskill, who plays Motel, says that his favorite song is "L'Chaim," Hebrew for "To Life!" He describes it as a "fun, upbeat, party song!" Join us and be part of the fun! Mark your calendars: Performances are on Friday March 17 at 7-8:30 pm and Saturday March 18 at 2-3:30 pm inside Weiner Hall at De Portola Middle School (11010 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.). Tickets start at $5 per person at the door. Concessions will be available. Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Hot Bowl of Pho in Tierrasanta!

By Associates of Mom’s Pho and Grill

Hello! We hope this article finds you well and in good health. We also wish you and your loved ones all the best for 2023! 

We are a small business owners and have just opened our restaurant “Mom’s Pho and Grill” in the Tierrasanta plaza, located at 10645 Tierrasanta Blvd #F.

We hope you were able to make it to our grand opening at the beginning of February. If not, stop in soon to try our Vietnamese cuisine. We can’t wait to serve you a hot bowl of Pho!

Join the Village Movement

The Village Movement is changing the way we age in our community. More than 350 villages across the United States are committed to helping adults “age well” by providing the networks, resources, and education to stay in charge of their lives as they age. Over 40 of these villages are in California, one of them here in Tierrasanta. This video, produced by Village Movement California, shares the value, mission, and services offered by villages to older adults across the State. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4wxAuneMTM

Tierrasanta Village is run by members for members. As a primarily volunteer organization, members create activities that support them mentally and physically. Exercise classes, golf groups, field trips, potlucks and healthy living seminars keep them strong and engaged.

Tierrasanta residents age 50+ are invited to join Village members for Happy Hour and camaraderie on March 22nd, 4:00 - 5:30. RSVP with a call/text to 858-569-9119 or email tierrasantavlg@gmail.com.

To learn about future Tierrasanta Village events and educational seminars follow the group on Facebook @TierrasantaVillage or visit www.tierrasantavillage.org.

Job Opportunity with Tierrasanta Village of San Diego

Tierrasanta Village is seeking to hire a part-time Business Manager. This person should have 5-10 years of business management experience. This experience can be with for-profit, not-for-profit or institutional organizations.

Applicant background experience will ideally include leadership roles encompassing some, or all of the following disciplines: personnel, finance management, planning, organizing and marketing.

The ideal candidate will be personable, have organizational skills, be able to multi-task, and can work well with volunteers. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, accept direction well and be able to offer effective guidance to others.

Within the 20 weekly work hours, the Business Manager will attend Meetings of the Board of Directors, the Core Team Leaders and any other meeting requested by the Board.

TVSD is 501 c3 non-profit organization whose mission is:

“TVSD exists to help its members (age 50+) enjoy the best possible quality of life. TVSD offers opportunities to help its members remain active and healthy and will offer support while they remain in their homes as they age.”

The Tierrasanta Village motto is: “Living for Today; Planning for Tomorrow.”

Applicants should contact Tierrasanta Village at tierrasantavlg@gmail.com and include a statement as to why they are interested in the position, along with a brief bio and their contact information.

Give Our Canyons Some Love

By Friends of Tierrasanta Canyons

Join us in giving some tender loving care to our canyons. The Friends’ will remove acacia in East Shepherd Canyon on March 11, from 8 to 11 am. If you plan to attend let us know by March 10 by emailing us at friendsoftscanyons@gmail.com. This ensures we bring enough supplies. Meeting location is southwest of the intersection of Antigua Blvd and Avenida Playa Veracruz. Street parking available on Avenida Playa Veracruz.

The Friends’ will remove invasive plants in North Rueda Canyon on April 22 (Earth Day) from 9 am to 12noon. The April event is part of an I Love A Clean San Diego county-wide effort. For more info, go to the online registration which opens April 1st at https://cleansd.samaritan.com/custom/501/volunteer_home. There is a cap of 25 volunteers for Rueda Canyon. If Rueda Canyon is full, check out the other sites.

Volunteers are requested to wear long pants, long sleeves, hats, and closed toe footwear. We also recommend bringing work gloves and a refillable water bottle. The Friends will provide tools and water for refilling your water bottle. Masks are optional. If you are less than 18 years of age, an adult will need to sign the waiver form upon arrival. Community service documentation is available. Next clean-ups will be on May 13 and June 10.

March Events at the Tierrasanta Library

Hello Tierrasanta and Murphy Canyon Friends,

I hope this newsletter finds everyone in good health and that 2023 has gotten off to a great start for you all! Once again, the Tierrasanta Branch staff would like to let you know about some events we have coming up in the next couple of months!

Discover What’s Happening @ the Tierrasanta Library!

Wednesdays 3/8, 15, 22 & 29 from 10:30 am-12:00 pm
San Diego Futures Foundation will be here to provide a program on Smart Phone Technology just for Seniors! Please bring your smart phone (does not matter what kind) and register here! https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/digital-literacy-training-designed-seniors-using-your-smart-phone

Monday 3/18 from 4:00 pm-5:00 pm
Join us in making Bees Wax Candles with ToshWerks! This program is for adults and all supplies are provided. Please register here https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/toshwerks-beeswax-candles soon, as space is limited.

Tuesday, 3/21 from 5:30 pm-7:00 pm
In partnership with the Bilateral Safety Corridor Coalition, the Tierrasanta Library will be hosting a very important program, “Out of the Shadows: Sex Trafficking Awareness”. Did you know that the FBI ranks San Diego among the top 13 highest sex-trafficking areas in the nation? For more information, check here. https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/out-shadows-sex-trafficking-awareness-program Pizza and refreshments will be served at 5:30 pm with the program to follow at 6:00 pm. Registration is not necessary, and this event is for ages 16 and up. Youth under 18 years must bring a parent or guardian.

Thursday, March 16th at 10:30 am
Join us for a special story time when Literature Comes to Life will be here for the Three Billy Goats Gruff! If you have never seen these special presentations, please bring your little ones for a program not to be missed! No registration required. https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/literature-comes-life-5

Saturday, March 25th from 3:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Oasis Presents, Bird Migration: Marvels, Myths and Mysteries! Professor Richard Pryde is back by popular demand! No registration is required. Read more about it here: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/literature-comes-life-5

For April events and for regular events such as our Friends of the Tierrasanta Branch Library Used Book Sale, more story times, monthly TS Adult Book Club, Spring into STEAM’s tween “Dig-In” program, arts & crafts programs, and much more check here https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/ and select the Tierrasanta Library.

As mentioned in our last message, here is more of Did You Know?

The San Diego Public Library has . . . . .

• Brainfuse VetNow! Live online assistance for job seekers, veterans, and their families including job coaching, resume assistance, writing lab, tutoring and much more.

• LinkedIn Learning Unlimited access to thousands of online courses in fields like IT, education, business, as well as creative skills. Courses are also available in multiple languages.

• A Health and Wellness Resource Center Database Produced by the National Library of Medicine; it brings you information about diseases; conditions; and wellness issues in language you can understand, in addition to other health resources.

• Opera Insights, both at the Central Library and virtual

• Conversations with Poets

• Homebound services

• Book-a-Librarian

• Nature Back-Packs for Kids

. . . . . and so much more, that can be accessed on our website at https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library

Just one more thing to note: on Saturday February 18, we hosted our Listening Master Plan Session at the Library! I would like to thank those who were able to come out and give your opinion and suggestions in support of your neighborhood branch, and also those who have come in the last week or so and put a sticky note on the board with things you love to see or would like to add or change. The board will be up for at least another week. I appreciate everyone’s input and ideas, not just at those types of meetings, but whenever you have something to say. Please feel free to come by and see me anytime I am there, either in person, by phone or even email.

Kind Regards,

Marta Brandes-Miesner
Branch Manager, San Diego Public Library, Tierrasanta Branch
4985 La Cuenta Drive San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 573-1384
TSstaff@sandiego.gov
MBrandesMiesner@sandiego.gov

Tierrasanta Open Space Committee sets $1.5 million budget for FY 2023

How many of us are aware that Tierrasanta was one of the first “planned” communities to be built in the state of California back in 1971? Part of that development was the establishment of San Diego’s first Maintenance Assessment District, or MAD for short. Tierrasanta residents bill themselves a small fee each year through our annual property tax assessments. The money is used to maintain our school fields, medians, parks, open spaces, trees and trails. An advisory group, also known as the Open Space Committee, manages these fees with the assistance of the Parks and Recreation Department.

Our MAD budget for Fiscal Year 2024 includes funding from a variety of sources to include our annual district assessment of $879,661 and $388,083 from the General Fund. The total revenue for 2024 is expected to be $1,431,633. Fees were increased by 6.35% over the previous year due to the consumer price index.

Our two largest expenditures include Landscape Services for $815,193, and Tree Services for $325,000. Utility costs are budgeted for $274,686; Administrative costs are budgeted for $280,134.

Unaudited “actuals” for 2022 stand at $1,390,148. The adopted budget for that year was $1,600,316. The adopted budget for 2023 was $,1,591,454.

Our new chair is Jennifer Schultz. Laura Gardner replaces Loren Boerboom as our new open space inspector. Her email is LAGardner@sandiego.gov. You may email her with any concerns you have regarding the condition of trees on public property, school fields, irrigation in the medians, etc.

The Open Space Committee meets regularly at the Tierrasanta Public Library. Community attendance and input is encouraged. We hope to see you there!

Upcoming Events at Tierrasanta Lutheran Church

Tierrasanta Lutheran Church
11240 Clairemont Mesa Blvd,
SD CA. 92124
www.tierrasantalutheran.org
858-560-8688

Sunday services:
8:30am Traditional Liturgy
10am Contemporary Music
Both services are in person but also available on our Facebook page and on our web site.

Lenten services
Join us each Wednesday evening at 7pm for our Lenten worship.

Forgiveness Group
Pastor Bohdan is leading a forgiveness group during Lent on Thursday evenings at 7pm beginning March 2nd.

Children’s Worship Service
Saturdays at 4:30 pm
Kids wiggle, sing, dance, pray, and learn. No need to sit still in this worship service! Join us for kids’ worship and stay for pizza dinner.

Godly Play in March
Sundays, 10 am, grades Pre-5
Do your children wonder what Lent and Easter are all about? We’ll spend this month preparing our hearts for Easter. In Godly Play, we guide children as they encounter God, find direction, and make meaning. Serious work, but fun, too! Everyone is welcome.

TLC Kids and Family Spring Celebration!
Sunday, March 19, 11 am to 1 pm
Join us after worship for a family BBQ, bounce house, and fun activities for kids. You’re all invited. Please RSVP to Elizabeth in the office, so we know how much food to prepare. 858-560-6866 or eduffield@tierrasantalutheran.org.

Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 8 at 9am
Kids enjoy light brunch treats, hunt for Easter eggs, and get a photo with the Easter Bunny! BYOB: Bring your own basket.

Vacation Bible School: It’s Going to Be Stellar!
July 24-28, 9 am to 12:30 pm
VBS is always an epic adventure at TLC! And it’s just as much fun for our adult and teen volunteer team as it is for the kids. Contact the church office to sign on for a week of sharing the message of God’s love with children. We are also welcoming volunteers to create props and decorate our campus. Signups are in spring

Tuesday Morning Bible Study Bible study is held at the Denny’s Restaurant at 9898 Mira Mesa Blvd at 8am. We use the Serendipity Bible, and copies are provided. We will be reading the upcoming Sunday Gospel. Pastor will buy breakfast for anyone attending the first time.
All are welcome!

Crossways Bible Study
Wednesdays at 7pm or Thursdays at 10am
Pastor Vadis will be leading Bible study on Wednesdays at 7pm, and Thursdays at 10am and will be reading and discussing the Bible cover to cover.
You can also watch via zoom:

Bible Study

if the hyperlink doesn’t work here is the zoom information:
meeting ID: 858 9929 9447
password: biblestudy

Prayer Group Bring your own cup of coffee. Join us for half an hour in the TLC library February 11 at 9 a.m.! You’ll find us there the second Saturday of every month.

TLC New Member class. Interested in joining our family? The new member will be held March 26th at 11:15am and new members will be received April 2nd. Come learn more about how we share God’s love. Contact the church office with questions.

Kearny Mesa Concert Band announces 50th Anniversary Concert

Join Kearny Mesa Concert Band as they celebrate their golden anniversary with a look back to the band’s “greatest hits” selected by members of our community band. The band plans to offer a classic mix of songs from beloved composers like Gustav Holst, John Williams, John Phillip Sousa, and many others. General admission tickets will be available in advance or at the door on performance day.

KMCB Spring Concert — Celebrating 50 Years

• Date: Friday, April 14, 7 PM

• Location: Hoover High School Theater, 4474 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115

• Tickets: $20 General Admission / $10 Senior / Students free with ID

• Information: www.kearnymesaconcertband.com

• Contact: kearnymesaconcertband1972@gmail.com

Cheers for Charity

The Tierrasanta Auxiliary Unit for Rady Children’s Hospital has been busy planning its 3rd Annual “Cheers for Charity” event coming up on April 15th, 2023. It will be hosted at the legendary “San Diego Air & Space Museum.” It is from 6-9:30 PM. Our unit members have been hard at work on all the details, including the fun task of checking out breweries, wineries and restaurants to sponsor the enjoyable and exciting night. There will also be an online auction connected to this fundraiser as well as an Opportunity Drawing. All net proceeds will benefit Rady’s KidSTART program for children under 6 with complex socio-emotional, behavioral, developmental, medical, and/or family needs. Be sure to go to our Website, www.rchatierrasanta.com for more information. Tickets are on sale now!

Children's Clothing Fair for Military Families

Sponsored by the Military Outreach Committee of Tierrasanta Lutheran Church(TLC).

We are excited to able to continue the Children’s Clothing Fair (CCF) which provides our military families with gently used clothing for their growing children.

Date: Thursday, March 23rd ; Time: 10:00 – 12:00 pm; Place: Murphy Canyon Chapel (MCC), 3200 Santo Rd.

This event provides a venue where the Tierrasanta/Murphy Canyon/Serra Mesa communities can donate clothing that their children have outgrown and make those items available to local military families for their growing children. So, please check your children’s and grandchildren’s closets for items in clean and good condition. Box or bag them, then deposit them in the boxes located just inside MCC and TLC front doors starting Monday, March. 6th. PLEASE - Clothing items only (including shoes)! Sizes from infant through teen are appreciated. Please do not donate toys, books, or bedding. Do share this with your neighbors and friends. Donation receipts will be attached to the donation boxes for your convenience and tax purposes. We thank you for all your support in the past and ask you to continue your commitment toward helping our military families. Contact Jessie Wallace at 619-446-9146; jesslw54@yahoo.com for questions or more information.

Hummingbird of the Month

Wildlife in Tierrasanta

By Frank Tepedino

Most folks who live in Tierrasanta are aware of the wide variety of small wildlife living in the area. Here is a note of a an unusual occurrence.

Those of us who were living here a number of years ago can remember the wildfires that affected our neighborhood and destroyed a number of homes. During that major wild fire at about 4 AM, one dark morning, I was returning from my early morning swim at my health club. I was serenely driving East on Clairemont Mesa Blvd and approaching Repecho Drive. Suddenly and without warning, out of the dark, a deer appeared in my car's headlights running from left to right. He crashed into my car's left front fender .

I instantly hit the car's breaks and shuddered to a stop.

Then looking into my rear view mirror I saw the deer arise. He shook his head, probably said some bad words about me and California drivers, and then run off seemingly not seriously injured. No so my car, which had to be towed to a repair shop.

Score one for the deer and the Tierrasanta wildlife.

Parenting Workshop From Sunny Blossom Therapy

The #1 Cause for Poor Behavior - Strategies to Help Children Become Regulated

Sunny Blossom Therapy presents a parenting workshop that dives into explaining why children struggle to manage their feelings, have frequent meltdowns, outbursts, or are simply defiant. Learn what is happening internally in your child’s mind and body when they have intense feelings and how to better guide and support your child using Sensory Play so they become calm, focused, and emotionally regulated.

Saturday, April 29 • 10am • Community Room • La Jolla / Riford Library