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Miss Ramona Scholarship Pageant
The Miss Ramona Scholarship Pageant takes place at 7 p.m. on May 3 at the Charles R. Nunn Performing Arts Center at Olive Peirce Middle School, 1521 Hanson Ln. Tickets are $12 at the door. Call 760-789-7525 for information.
Children's Festival at Collier Park
The Ramona Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego will host the 16th Annual Children's Festival at Collier Park on Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For information, e-mail rscribner@ sdyouth.org or lwoosley@sdyouth.org, or call 760-789-8203 between 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
United Methodist Women Tea
The Annual United Methodist Women Tea will be held Saturday, May 3, at 1 p.m. at Ramona United Methodist Church, 3394 Chapel Lane. Singer and inspirational speaker Mary Lou Flesh is the special guest. Tickets are $15. For information, call 760-789-7106.
Ramona Music Fest & BBQ
Ramona Rotary and Ramona Kiwanis clubs are working together to present Ramona's first Ramona Music Fest and Barbecue fundraiser on May 3. An afternoon of sun, fun, beef barbecue and music from Eve Selis Band and Citizen Band will take place from 3 to 7 p.m. at Dos Picos Park, 17953 Dos Picos Park Road, Ramona. Tickets are $50. www.Ramona MusicFest.org.
Arts Unlimited 40th Anniversary Dinner Show
Arts Unlimited is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a dinner and talent show at 5:30 p.m. on May 9 at Hanson Elementary School, 2520 Boundary Ave. For information, call 760-788-0914.
San Vicente Valley Club Home Tour
The SVVC Annual Home and Garden Tour takes place on May 10 at the San Vicente Inn, 24157 San Vicente Rd. For information, call 760-788-9552 or log on to www.SanVicente ValleyClub.com.
Chamber of Commerce Rodeo Mixer
Ramona Chamber of Commerce Rodeo Mega Mixer will be held May 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ramona Fairgrounds at Aqua Lane and Fifth Street. This month's mixer is sponsored by Ramona Out-door Community Center. For information, call the Chamber at 760-789-1311.
Ramona Rodeo
Ramona Rodeo runs from May 9 to 11 at Fred Grand Arena, 421 Aqua Ln. For information, call 760-788-0811 or go to www.RamonaRodeo.com.
Republican Women Host Candidate Forum
On May 19, Intermountain Republican Women Federated will hold a dinner at 6 p.m. and Candidate Forum at 7 p.m. for candidates for the 52nd Congressional District. A candidate for the 75th California Assembly District, Nathan Fletcher, will attend, as will Republican Judicial Candidates for San Diego Superior Court Office 45. Mamma Rosa's Restaurant at 1130 D St. is the location.
Pool Seminars
James Henry of Clear Blue Pools will hold pool-care seminars on May 10 and June 14, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Rotunda Building at the International Equestrian Center on Gunn Stage Road in San Diego Country Estates. The cost of the class is $15 per person in advance, $25 at the door. Call 760-788-3816 to register.
Ramona Air Show
The Ramona Air Show will be held May 31 and June 1 at Ramona Airport, 2926 Montecito Rd. Gates open at 7 a.m. and the show schedule is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. For information, call 760-788-3366 or go to www.RamonaAirShow.com.
Grad-Nite Fundraiser
Ramona High School Grad-Nite Committee will hold a Rags to Riches fundraiser dinner dance and last-person-standing raffle at the Ramona Outdoor Community Center in the Pavilion Square. This is a 21-and-over event only; ID will be required at the door. For information, call Joan Snelling, 760-518-3302; Joani Georgeson, 760-519-1632; or Mike Celaya, 760-803-2243.
Steel Magnolias at Mainstage Theatre
ACToR, Actors' Community Theatre of Ramona, presents its first full-length production, Steel Magnolias. This comedy-drama, made famous in the movie starring Dolly Parton and Sally Field, is about the bond between an eclectic group of Southern women. The show will be directed by Tony Randall and performed at Ramona Mainstage Theatre, 626 Main Street. Show dates are May 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18; Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and military with ID, $6 for children 12 and under. For 20 or more, special rate is $7. For information, go to www.actoramona.com or call 760-703-4854.
Bargain Sale at Senior Center
The Bargain Center Rummage Sale is held the second Thursday and Friday of the month, May 8 and 9, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Ramona Senior Center, 434 Aqua Ln.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Ramona Fire Recovery Center
The Ramona Fire Recovery Center is open at 1710 Montecito Rd. with weekly insurance meetings, resource and support meetings and other programs. For schedule and information, call 760-788-1013 or log on to www.RamonaOutreach.org.
Al-Anon
Al-Anon Serenity Group meets at 8 a.m. Saturdays and 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at North Rural Recovery Center, 323 Hunter St. Visit www.alanonsandiego.org.
Alzheimer's Support Group
Alzheimer's Support Group meets the third Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Ramona Community Center, 434 Aqua Ln. Call 760-787-0172 for information.
Fibromyalgia Hope and Recovery Group
San Diego Hope and Recovery Group for those who are dealing with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome and Lyme disease meets the first Saturday of each month from 1 to 3 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of San Diego, 2111 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108. For information, call Janis at 619-216-9661, or e-mail hope4recovery@cox.net.
Hospice Support
Elizabeth Hospice offers a free education and support group for anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one. The group meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon every Friday at the Ramona Community Center, 434 Aqua Ln. Call Elizabeth Hospice Bereavement Department at 760-737-2050 for information.
Parent Advocates Seeking Solutions
Parent Advocates Seeking Solutions is a support group for parents of children ages 15 and older who have developmental disabilities. The group meets from 7 to 9 p.m. the third Thursday of the month at St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church, 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway. For information, call 858-748-2594.
TOPS Club
Take Off Pounds Sensibly club meets at Warner Springs Community Resource Center, 30951 Highway 79. Weigh-in is at 9 a.m. and the meeting is at 9:30 every Thursday except holidays. Free childcare is available. For information, call Janet at 760-782-9026 or Warner Springs Community Resource Center at 760-782-0670.
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets in Ramona the second Tuesday of the month from 11 a.m. to noon at Denny's, 1946 Main St. For information, call Van Reeder at 760-789-9129.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Boys & Girls Club
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego-Ramona Branch offers sports, social and educational activities for Ramona youth. For information, contact Lori Woosley at 760-789-8203, 760-788-7564, or visit www.sdyouth.org.
Ramona Art Guild
Ramona Art Guild meets the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Ramona Library Community Room at 1406 Montecito Road. The May 21 meeting will feature Nathan Huff, who will demonstrate a portrait in oils. The Guild is open to artists and those interested in art. Refreshments are served. For information, call Regina Wilson at 760-787-0929.
Ramona Christian Writers Critique Group
Ramona Christian Writers Critique Group meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. at 23647 Atex Ct., Ramona. Both fiction and non-fiction writers are welcome. Contact Peter Zindler at pete.zindler@navy.mil or Sharon Cargo at 760-789-2393 for information.
Backcountry Writers
Backcountry Writers, an organization founded to help local authors publish and market books, is looking for writers in Ramona and the backcountry. The group meets second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. For information and location, e-mail the group at backcountrywriters@ gmail.com or pete.zindler@ navy.mil. Co-founder Byron Mettler may be reached at 760-310-9539.
Concert Association Season Tickets
Ramona Concert Association's bargain prices for season membership through June 1 are $25 for adults and $55 for family memberships. Single student tickets are $10. Four concerts are scheduled: Sept. 27, Oct. 24, Feb. 21, 2009 and March 21, 2009 at 7:30 p.m., and will be held at the Charles R. Nunn Performing Arts Center next to Olive Peirce Middle School on Hanson Lane.For inforamtion, call 760-789-7474, 760-788-0434 or e-mail Ramonaconcerts@cox.net
Ramona Women's Connection
The May 21 luncheon meeting of the Ramona Women's Connection has the theme "Quilts on Parade," and will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at Wynola Pizza Express, 4355 Highway 79. Betty Runnels and her quilting class students will show quilts featuring different quilting techniques. Runnels will speak on the similarities between our lives and quilting. The cost of the program and luncheon is $8.50. For reservations, call 760-788-1378 or 760-788-1348. Complimentary childcare is available by reservation.
Ramona Writers Group
Ramona Writers Group welcomes writers every Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the Ramona Community Center, 434 Aqua Ln. Those who attend are invited to read a few pages of their work in progress, including short stories, novels, poems, non-fiction work and memoirs. Comments from the group will be given. For information call 760-789-1952.
Ramona Garden Club
Ramona Garden Club meets at noon on the second Wednesday of each month at the Ramona Woman's Club, 524 Main St. On Wednesday May 14, special speaker is Jeff Moore of Solana Succulents, who has received recognition for his unique gardens at Quail Botanical Gardens, Sea World and the Philadelphia Flower show. He has been featured with Paul James on HGTV. Meetings are open to the public and include refreshments, door prizes, plant swapping and an opportunity drawing. For information, call 760-789-8880 or visit www.RamonaGarden Club.com.
Ramona Woman's Club
Ramona Woman's Club special guests for the May 1 meeting at 1 p.m. will be representatives of the fire department on the subject of fire safety in the home. The club's Card Party and Luncheon will be on May 8 at noon. The Literary section will meet at 1 p.m. on May 12. The Thimble Club section meets at 10 a.m. on May 15. The Ladybugs garden group will meet at 10 a.m. on May 22 for a field trip to Walter Andersen Nursery in Poway. The Clubhouse is located at 524 Main Street. For information, contact president Jill McKenzie at 760-789-3596.
Ramona Valley Vineyard Association
Ramona Valley Vineyard Association meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at members' homes/vineyards. New members and visitors are welcome. For information and meeting location, e-mail RVVA organizer Bill Schweitzer at bill@paccielo.com.
San Vicente Valley Club
San Vicente Valley Club meets the last Wednesday of the month, May 28, at the San Vicente Inn, 24157 San Vicente Rd. This year's scholarship recipients will be introduced, Home Tour homeowners are invited guests, and new officers will be installed. Social time is at 11 a.m., lunch is at noon and the presentation is at 1 p.m. Luncheon cost is $11. Reservations must be made in person at the San Vicente Inn front desk by the Friday before the meeting. For membership inquiries, call Kaaren Thiem at 760-788-4840, or visit www.sanvicentevalleyclub.com.
Valley of the Sun Toastmasters
Valley of the Sun chapter of Toastmasters International meets at 7 p.m. the first three Mondays of the month at Ramona Library, 1406 Montecito Rd. For information, call Gina at 760-788-4315 or log on to http://valleyofthesun.freetoasthost.ws.
SERVICE CLUBS
Kiwanis
Kiwanis of Ramona meets Saturdays at 7 a.m. at VFW Post 3783, 2247 Kelly St. The club provides funding for Scouts, Rady Children's Hospital, Ramona Senior Center, Boys and Girls Club, and offers scholarships. For information, call president Pete Casalegno at 760-788-4764.
Ramona Rotary Club
Ramona Rotary Club currently meets at noon Tuesdays at Ramona Senior Center, 434 Aqua Ln. For information, call President Bob Vaughn at 760-789-6858 or 619-889-2901.
Soroptimist International
Soroptimist International of Ramona is a worldwide service organization for women in management and professions. The women-only group meets at 6 p.m. every first and third Wednesday of the month. For current meeting location and information about Soroptimist International programs and membership, call membership chairperson Cindy Price at 760-788-6944.
BUSINESS NETWORKING
Business & Breakfast
Business & Breakfast, a business and professional networking organization, offers members an opportunity to share ideas, contacts and referrals. The Ramona chapter meets the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 7 a.m. at Denny's, 1946 Main St. Call membership committee member Karen Richwine at 619-820-8860 for information.
LeTip
LeTip of Ramona is a professional networking organization dedicated to high standards of competence and service. Members give and receive qualified business tips and leads. Meetings are held Thursdays at 7 a.m. at Nuevo Grill. For information, call Kyle Grosse, new member services, at 760-420-4944, Scott Brown at 760-789-7079 or Sandy Gillespie at 760-789-3054 or visit www.letipoframona.com.
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