This week in the Neighborhood - December 21 - 28

Home Decorating Contest in Emerald Hills - 
                                      Dec. 21 -23
sponsored by the Emerald Hills Neighborhood Council.
Make sure your lights, decorations and inflatables are visible.
The judges will be viewing homes Dec. 21-23, 2014.
No entry forms needed. 
Winners & Prizes will be notified soon after.

Have you noticed the progress on Walgreens Project on Euclid Ave. & Guymon Street, just north of Market and Church's Chicken? It's expected to open in March 2015.
More info: See the Jacobs Center Winter 2014 newsletter:
http://www.icontact-archive.com/_gn-7d3y5_G59vc_qWzSCIgM0MkcVauv?w=2
Keep an eye out for a hiring event sometime soon.

Encanto Rec -6508 Wunderlin Ave. San Diego, CA 92114 (619) 527-3411 http://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/encanto.shtml
Winter Program:  (Closed Dec. 25 and Jan1)
http://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/pdf/programguide/encanto.pdfCheerleading registration open until Jan. 16.

MLK Rec - 6401 Skyline Drive San Diego, CA 92114 (619) 527-3415http://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/mlking.shtmlWinter Program Program Guide (Closed Dec. 25 and Jan1)

Encanto Boys & Girls Club -6785 Imperial Ave. San Diego, CA 92114  619.263.6407http://www.sdyouth.org/Encanto.aspx  (Closed Dec. 25-Jan 4)

San Diego Public Library -  Info: 619-236-5800  http://sandiegolibrary.orgWed., Dec. 25 - 11:30am-6pm
All are closed on Dec. 25, 2014 , Jan.1 and Jan. 19, 2015
Our local Valencia Park/ Malcolm X library is one of only 8 libraries open Dec. 26-31!
Regularly scheduled hours, except on Dec. 31 - 11:30am-6pm
https://www.facebook.com/pages/SDPL-Valencia-ParkMalcolm-X-Branch-Library-Performing-Arts-Center/107205732659990


Traditional Schools- Return on Monday, January 5, 2015
Year- Round Schools - Return on Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Mark your Calendars:
MLK Day Family Event at MLK Rec, Jan. 10, 12-4pm
6401 Skyline Drive San Diego, CA 92114 (619) 527-3415
FREE community Celebration and Sports Fest
Kids Zone, Music, Comedians, Dance Troupes, Cheer Squads, Vendor Booths and Food. Vendors & Performers needed:
czamudio@sandiego.gov
Basketball Clinic, Contest & Games throughout the day.
Volunteers Needed: joann.fields.gmail.com

Mayor's Annual State of the City - Wed. Jan 14, 6-7pm
Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave, downtown
RSVP:Mayor's Annual State of City Address R.S.V.P.
 http://www.sandiego.gov/mayor/sotc/#

30th Annual YMCA Breakfast - Fri. Jan. 16, 6.a.m
Town & Country Resort, 500 Hotel Circle N., Mission Valley
Join in to pay tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the Human Dignity Award Breakfast.
Info: http://www.jackierobinson.ymca.org/events/mlk-breakfast.html
Online registration - $40 and up for tickets.  http://www.jackierobinson.ymca.org/mlk

San Diego Restaurant Week

California Restaurant Association San Diego County

Jan 18 - 24, 2015

http://www.SanDiegoRestaurantWeek.com/

Encanto Neighborhoods Community Planning Group- City Council District 4

Meets on the 3rd Monday, 6:30pm at the Jacobs Center, 404 Euclid Ave in the Chollas View Room

EAS#449A

 Elementary of Science- 608 51st St, San Diego, 92114   619-263-2302

Spring Registration open now - for Feb. 2 - May 16, 2015 spring  semester

http://www.eisca.org/  $100 for first child, other family members 10% discount. Ages 7-13

This Week in the Neighborhood - CivicSD and Walgreens Way to Well Health Tour FREE screenings

Walgreens "Way to Well Health Tour" with National Urban League - hits Jacobs Center lot 310 Euclid Ave on Saturday, Dec. 6th at 11am.  http://whatsnewinthevillage.com/2014/12/02/walgreens-way-to-well-health-tour/

The Way to Well Health Tour provides free glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure, and comprehensive weight screenings to anyone 18 years of age or older

http://waytowelltour.com/

For other locations and dates in San Diego County.

No appt. necessary. First come First served. 

619-527-6161

Thanks to Jacobs Center and whatsnewinthevillage.com for sharing this info!

 

Civic San Diego Community Benefits Consensus Project

Building a collaborate network of stakeholders to inform the development of Civic San Diego’s Community Benefits Goals

Thursday, December 11, 2014Joe & Vi Jacobs Center | Celebration Hall404 Euclid Street | San Diego, CA  92114

This convening will feature the panel discussion “Creating Complete Communities” and our first consensus-building exercise.

5:30pm – Registration and Networking
6pm to 8pm – Program and Discussion

Register Online

http://www.eventbrite.com/e/civicsd-community-benefits-consensus-project-tickets-14610292779  

On December 11, Civic San Diego will hold a second convening to launch an innovative project to create a broad-based collaborative network of stakeholders to inform the development of our Community Benefits goals.    Our objectives are ambitious and essential -  to cultivate diverse civic participation, to engage in consequential dialogue, to explore theory and practical strategies, and to act on opportunities to build consensus that reflects our shared values.  

This convening will feature the panel discussion "Creating Complete Communities" and our first consensus-building exercise.  

We invite you to join us!

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The Urban Land Institute San Diego-Tijuana District Council (ULI) is leading expert discussions of an integrated approach to planning and creating stronger, healthier, more satisfying communities for San Diegans of all ages, abilities, ethnicities and income levels.

The “Complete Community,” as described by ULI, is one that incorporates elements that contribute to the quality and character of the places where people live, work, move and thrive.   Elements that serve to create complete communities are most often beneficial to multiple neighborhoods.  Even so, it follows that some elements are uniquely suited to the conditions, needs and goals of specific neighborhoods; and that certain elements are key to economic growth in underinvested neighborhoods. 

Civic San Diego’s view is that completing neighborhoods will require the collaborative participation of multiple stakeholders (residents, property owners, planners, developers, engineers, environmentalists, business and philanthropic interests, social service providers, policymakers, government agencies, and others) to provide both professional expertise and community context; and to leverage the interconnectivity of a host of local solutions. 

The extent to which Civic San Diego’s community benefit goals can, or should be an element of a "complete community" strategy, is an important area of deeper inquiry.   Please join us on December 11 for a great program and discussion!

Have questions about CivicSD Community Benefits Consensus Project? Contact Civic San Diego

http://www.civicsd.com/

Southeastern Overview - http://www.civicsd.com/neighborhoods/southeastern.html 

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Taste of Four Corners - Dec. 5 Imperial & Euclid ave.

Taste of Four Corners Event

Southwest corner of Imperial & Euclid Avenues
Friday, December 5, 2014, 5:00PM until 7:00PM

facebook.com/UCproject.org #taste4corners

 Gourmet Food Trucks, Local Vendors, Live Entertainment, Meet your Neighbors.

 (Originally called "a Celebration of Life"?) Thanks, Barry Pollard, 

ucproject.org

Urban Collaborative Project

LOCATION

Southwest corner of Imperial & Euclid Avenues 

DATE AND TIME

Friday, December 5, 2014, 5:00PM until 7:00PM

Farmers Market adds Movies after DUSK - FREE

Free Movies at the Farmers Market Saturdays. 47th & Castana St, San Diego, CA

As you hopefully know, our Farmers Market has moved to 47th St and Castana St. further west. The market runs from 3-6pm on Saturdays.

Starting Nov. 29, there are FREE Movie Screenings from the San Diego International Children's Film Festival at Dusk. Please bring your own blanket and chairs.

It's also #SmallBusinessSaturday #shoplocal #shopsmall

More info:  info@projectnewvillage.org
http://www.projectnewvillage.org/
https://www.facebook.com/pppsesd


There will be extra goodies for the Movie event - popcorn and other yummies.
Please tell a friend and your neighbors.

Taste of The Diamond Event - October 9 from 6-9pm @ Big Lots Parking Lot

I don't have the names of businesses participating, but I hope that the Diamond Business Improvement District (Diamond BID) puts on a great event. $20 advance or $25 day-of tickets.

Southeastern Public Safety Expo on Oct. 11 @ Christian Fellowship Church in Emerald Hills

Southeastern Public Safety Expo Oct. 11, 2014 @ Christian Fellowship Church 9am-12noon
Police - Fire- Rescue
Hosted by the United African Ministerial Action Council
joinsdpdnow.com

Mariachi Festival on Sunday, Oct. 12th at Market Creek Ampitheater

Jacobs Presents - Mariachi Festival - A tribute to Linda Rondstadt and Women in Mariachi Music on Sunday, Oct. 12th.
From 1-5pm. at Market Creek Ampitheater 310 Euclid Ave.
$10 ticket, 12 & under get in free. In addition to three mariachi troops, there will be
family games, Mexican Food (for purchase), Ballet Folkloricos and a History of Women in Mariachi Music Exhibit. Ticket is good for Festival area, grass open seating available. Bring your own blanket and chairs.

619-450-4080

http://www.eventbrite.com/e/mariachi-reyna-de-los-angeles-tickets-13162678927?aff=affiliate3
Tickets

https://www.facebook.com/jacobspresents
http://jacobspresents.com/


Also coming up -

• Divine Strings & Dancing Bells - Oct. 19 from 3-630pm.  FREE presentation of Indian classical dances followed by a violin concert by two maestros extending their virtuosity and dexterity to the absolute limit within an intimate setting. Light snacks for sale.
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• Dia de los Muertos by Izcalli & Jacobs Presents with Grammy Award Winning Quetzal - FREE

• Celebrating and Honoring the Dead

  Saturday, November 1  •  12 - 8 pm

  Traditional Native Dances and Altars
  Blessing by Kumeyaay Nation
  Lowrider Car Show
  Musical Entertainment
  Traditional Mexican Food
  Calavera Face Painting
  Visual Artists including Tribal and Dyse1
  Catrina Competition
  Calaveritas (poems of the dead)
  Performance by Teatro Izcalli

Coming Up in Emerald Hills and nearby - September 6 - 27th, 2014

Today (Saturday, Sept. 6th)  at the Farmers Market 

on Market St - 3 - 6pm -

Hot Dogs are only 50 cents each - while supplies last.

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Sunday, Sept. 7th from 7am-12noon -  3 Family Yard Sale PLUS Clothing Store CloseOut Goodies

966 Kelton near Roswell

Lots of stuff for you to buy.
Featuring:
Nearly new truck tires
Purses - LOTS of purses
Women's Clothing - including NEW dresses, summer dresses, ethnic styles
Shoes

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FREE Homework Help at the Valencia Park/ Malcolm X Library has begun for the fall season.

Mondays 4-5pm
Tuesdays 5-7:30pm
Thursdays 3-5pm
Fridays 3-5pm
Saturdays 12:30-2pm
619-527-3405
https://www.facebook.com/pages/SDPL-Valencia-ParkMalcolm-X-Branch-Library-Performing-Arts-Center/107205732659990

Make sure to check the events page - other activities like Teen Council, Storytime- Every Tuesday, Rainbow Looms - every Tuesday,  Latin Dance Class- every Tuesday, Yoga and Wellness- Every Wednesday, Toastmasters- Every Wednesday, ...

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Tuesday, Sept. 9th

Emerald Hills Neighborhood Council Meeting

6-7pm at the Johnson S.T.E.M. Elementary School auditorium, 1355 Kelton Rd

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Wednesday, Sept. 10th

Transportation Justice Community Meeting 

5:30-7:30pm

Your Neighbors invite you to join us to discuss:

• Access to safe, efficient, and affordable transportation options
• What are your transportation needs and priorities
• How can you influence transportation planning decisions

Please join us at the
Jacobs Center 1st floor
404 Euclid Ave. San Diego, CA 92114
Wednesday September 10. 5:30pm—7:30pm.

**Dinner will be provided**
Spanish Translation available

For information contact: Franco 619-794-5694

Tagged community meeting, planning meeting, Safety,Transportation, Transportation Justice

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Wednesdays 3-4pm at the Malcolm X Library- Adults, Teens and kids ages 8 and over

Crochet lessons with plenty of yarn and crochet hooks (Bring your own H, I or J size if you can)

https://www.facebook.com/pages/SDPL-Valencia-ParkMalcolm-X-Branch-Library-Performing-Arts-Center/107205732659990

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Thursday, Sept. 11th Patriot Day

All U.S. Flags at half-staff.

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Saturday, Sept. 13th  People's Produce Farmers Market, 4981 Market St , 3-6pm

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Saturday,  Sept. 20th 

People's Produce Farmers Market, 4981 Market St , 3-6pm

Fun Food Art Projects at the People's Produce Certified Farmers Market??
jacobsnetwork@gmail.com

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Saturday, Sept. 27th

Gift Day Celebration for Friends of the Malcolm X Library - FUNdraiser for theValencia Park/ Malcolm X Library Branch

Daytime activities starting at 9:30a.m, including vendors/ entertainment with
DJ Music and food.

There will also be an Evening Program including a Guest Speaker (T.B.A.) and dinner from

6:00-9:00pm for a $15.00 donation. For more info: 619-779-3758 or 619-527-3405

http://www.tinyurl.com/mxlibrary
https://www.facebook.com/pages/SDPL-Valencia-ParkMalcolm-X-Branch-Library-Performing-Arts-Center/107205732659990

Saturday, Sept. 27th
People's Produce Farmers Market, 4981 Market St , 3-6pm

Still waiting for updates from Johnson School Open House, Fall Community Meeting at the Jacobs Center ...

Have you noticed that Walgreens Site is making progress? YAY!

On Saturday - August 30th - Exchange your Guns, Free Backpacks & School Supplies Giveaway and ...

Sorry for the last minute additions.

Just saw a flyer at the Asada Restaurant -

Free Backpack and School Supplies are being offered from:
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Sat. August 30, 2014 at 11a.m.
1370 Euclid Ave. San Diego , CA 92105
- across the street from McDonalds
Parents - Come Join Us. Bring the Kids.





Exchange Your Gun(s) for Gift Cards - Annual event is also on Saturday, Aug. 3oth- Starting at 8:30am at the Bryco Building and lot -
5275 Market St, San Diego, CA 92114

Push for Peace

This year, it's $100 Gift Cards for guns, rifles or shotguns, while assault rifles get $200 gift cards. Another option is to trade for a skateboard worth $200-300.

More Details :
http://www.utsandiego.com/news/2014/aug/29/tp-gun-buy-back-kicks-off-year-of-peace-gun/




Make a visit to our local Farmers Market -

WhenSat, August 30, 3pm – 6pm

Where4981 Market St.

https://www.facebook.com/peoplesproducefarmersmarket





School starts for most of the neighborhood children on Tuesday, Sept. 2nd.
Please remember to watch for walkers and runners in the streets.
Thank you!


Next Emerald Hills Neighborhood Council Meeting is on September 9th, 6-7pm at Johnson Elementary  School.

Emerald Hills Neighborhood Council meets tonight

Just a reminder -
Emerald Hills Neighborhood Council meets from 6-7pm at Johnson School, 1355 Kelton Rd tonight, Tuesday, July 8, 2014.


Please mark your calendars for Aug. 9th - the annual Emerald Hills residents *only* picnic.
More details after tonight's meeting.

FREE Community Cleanup and Recycling Event, Sat. June 7th in Emerald Hills

FREE Community Cleanup and Recycling Event, Sat. June 7th, 2014. 
Have items outside by 8am at the latest.
These are the only streets included:
51st@Roswell, Melrose Pl, Hilltop Dr @Roswell, Roswell from 51st to Memory Lane,
Hanover, Derby and Beverly, 56th st - the last block towards Roswell,
Selma, Creston, Glen Rd, 56th Place, 56th, McHugh, Bollenbacher, Pyramid, Alvin,
Kenwood, Pitta, Kelton Rd, Bethune Ct, Zircon, Luber, 57th St, Old Memory Lane, Swaner St.

Please call Officer Christopher Penman to confirm or check.  858-492-6027


 Recyclables include: appliances, electronics, lawnmowers, metals, wood & yard trimmings.

Non-recyclables accepted: carpeting, junk furniture, mattresses, palm fronds.

Please note:
NOT ACCEPTED:
all light bulbs and tubes
dirt, construction or demolition rubble
hazardous wastes (paint, motor oil, batteries)
propane tanks/ gas cylinders
tires

 Info: 858-492-6027 or main 858-694-7000


Do NOT use automated refuse containers.

Our last cleanup was 2011. Thanks to President, Gayle Reid of the Emerald Hills Neighborhood Council for getting this event in our community.

Emerald Hills Fish Fry Fundraiser is SAT, 11-3 @ Emerald Hills Park

It's time for the Annual Fish Fry Fundraiser
for the Emerald Hills Neighborhood Council.

Saturday, May 31st, 2014 from 11am-3pm (or foods last) 
at the Emerald Hills Neighborhood Park 
at Kelton Road & Bethune Court, San Diego, CA 92114

Your $10 plate buys you:
Two Pieces of fish, side dish, roll and drink.
Eat at the Park or take it with you.


You are supporting your Emerald Hills Neighborhood Council when you do this.
The EHNC is the organization that:
•Maintains the Emerald Hills Pocket Park on Kelton Road
•Provides you a place & time to talk to San Diego City Government Employees -
        political office representatives, local police (Southeastern Division) and fire (Station 12),
•Make requests for services, help from other agencies - water bill issues, fire hazards and local noise issues, etc.
•Annual picnic for local residents (only),
•Holiday Dinner for local residents (only)
• represents YOU at City Hall when we need services and help.
        (President Gayle Reid has been tirelessly working for Emerald Hills benefit for many years. We owe her a GIANT debt of gratitude)
• Distribute Flyers with Information about local meetings and events
•Schedules community garage sales and cleanup / recycling events.
•Fees for using the Johnson School Auditorium each month.
(Usage and cleaning, janitor has to stay around for us)
•Offers assistance to our elderly and disabled when needed. (gardening, cleanup, food)



The Emerald Hills Neighborhood Council requests a $20 per family/household donation to keep our Neighborhood clean, safe, and productive.

Have you paid your dues?

We are struggling to keep up with fees and projects since we no longer receive any funding from the Jacobs Center or CNC.  Can you help us succeed?

You can bring your $20 dues to any Emerald Hills Neighborhood Council Meeting -
Second Tuesday of each month, 6-7pm at the Johnson School, 1355 Kelton Road, San Diego, CA 92114 or mail your $20 dues to:


Send your check to "EHNC" P.O. Box 741845 San Diego CA 92174

Thanks!

A Celebration with Author Nikki Grimes, Saturday 11:30am @ Malcolm X library

https://www.facebook.com/pages/SDPL-Valencia-ParkMalcolm-X-Branch-Library-Performing-Arts-Center/107205732659990?sk=photos_stream

Poetry for kids

Stamp Out Hunger FOOD DRIVE, Saturday, May 10, 2014

Fill a Bag, Feed a family. All food donations stay in San Diego.

Please put your bag of food out on the morning of Saturday, May 10th.

Thank you.

facebook.com/stampouthunger for more details

May is Bike to Work Month - special days coming up

May is Bike to Work Month

May 7, 2014
Bike to School Day 
Encourage parents and students to bike to school on Wednesday, May 7 in honor of National Bike to School Day. Parents who log their trips online in the TripTracker tool have a chance to win one of the iCommute monthly $100 prizes

Bike Fiesta

Sat, May 10, 10am – 2pm

Where	San Diego Central Library, Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States map
Calendar	icommutesd.com@gmail.com
Description	Roll by for bike maintenance checks, educational classes, prizes, and more. Hosted by the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition at the Downtown San Diego Public Library, 330 Park Boulevard.

Friday, May 16th is Bike to Work DAY! For more info: visit 511sd.com/iCommute or contact Paula Zamudio (619) 595-5610; paula.zamido@sandag.org 

Bike to Work 2014

let's ride!

Save the date — Bike to Work Day is Friday, May 16, 2014!  

Register for Bike to Work Day
Join thousands of bike riders throughout the San Diego region on the morning of Bike to Work Day. Pit stops will be available from 6-9 a.m. Log your bike trips in TripTracker to make sure you’re included in our Bike to Work count and to be entered into weekly prize drawings throughout Bike to Work Month!

Register for Bike to Work Day.

Join thousands of fellow San Diegans and ride to work on National Bike to Work Day, Friday, May 16th. That morning, ride by one of more than 90 pit stops to pick up a FREE Bike to Work Day t-shirt and refuel with free snacks and plenty of encouragement.

http://www.icommutesd.com/docs/default-source/bike-month/bike-to-work-day-poster.pdf?sfvrsn=0

Pit Stop Locations. Pit stops are a great way for organizations to get involved on Bike to Work Day. They offer fun breaks for new and experienced bike riders to rest and pick up FREE t-shirts, snacks, and encouragement at more than 90 pit stop locations. Check back in early May for a Google map of all pit stop locations. For information on hosting a pit stop, please visit our pit stop registration page.

Register to host a Bike to Work Day Pit Stop.

Bike to Work Corporate Challenge and Employer Services. Employers can get rolling too! Get your employees ready to bike to work by taking advantage of FREE bike services offered by iCommute. First, sign your organization up for the Bike to Work Corporate Challenge. The Corporate Challenge encourages companies and organizations to compete within their size category for the highest percentage of ridership during the week of Bike to Work Day, May 12-16. Once your organization is signed up for the Corporate Challenge, register for a free, on-site bike education class to get employees comfortable with riding. Participating employees will receive certificates for free bike tune-ups at participating retailers. You can even host a pit stop! 

Register for the Bike to Work Corporate Challenge and Employer Services.

http://www.icommutesd.com/Bike/documents/SouthBikeMap_Web_000.pdf

Download a map of bike paths for San Diego, Southern area.