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Contents
F EAT U RES
Accomplishing The Impossible
Want a private meeting with the pope? Need an elephant for a
personal parade? Creations World Concierge company can make
it happen. There’s no request they can’t fulfill.
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Modeling Creativity
True to its mission, Lux draws different types of artists from all
over the world to live on location and use the facilities to create art.
From painters to sculptors, Shaw chooses a wide variety of artists
for each season.
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Chiseled Life
Working mainly on a large scale, Armstrong creates impressive
wood sculptures that have adorned public places such as
hospitals and airports, private businesses and churches, and
prestigious homes.
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Like a Rock
Created by Paul Johnson and executive sushi chef Robert
Cassidy, the menu at Sushi on the Rock is ambitious and all
encompassing. They infuse different spices and flavors, but keep it
simple.
On The Cover | Rebecca Justice wearing a Rico Antonio dress from
Star Fashion House, Steve Madden shoes from Nordstrom. Ring and earrings from
Artisans Jewelry. Bracelet from Style Studio. Posing on Consoleta Española, a hand
carved hand rubbed 24k gold leafed credenza from her furniture line.
Cover Photo By: Ed Brown 18
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New in Town
Keep up with San Diego County’s
latest additions and changes to the local
business scene.
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Styled and Direction By: Laura Villalobos
Home Decor Trends
Need some decorating ideas or some
interior design inspiration? Then look no
further! FINE magazine brings you the
latest in home decor trends.
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A Weighty Issue
With so much information and misinformation about hormones and health,
it can be difficult to separate fact from
fiction.
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LETTER From The EDITOR
It’s a question that has plagued artists and critics for centuries: What is art?
What links a cave painting, the words of Shakespeare, the pirouette of a dancer and the
sharp planes of a modern sculpture? Art has united and it has divided—yet through it all, it
has remained a decidedly human endeavor.
Poet Amy Lowell defined art as “the desire of a man to express himself, to record the
reactions of his personality to the world he lives in.” Throughout history, we have sought
visual and verbal symbols to articulate our hopes and our fears, to communicate the core of
our individual and collective beings. Art has chronicled our past, and it shapes our future.
In this issue, we celebrate artistic expression, both near and far. We take a look at furniture
designer Rebecca Justice’s custom collection, and admire the craft of master wood carver J.
Chester “Skip” Armstrong. We explore Lux Art Institute and peek inside Art N Soul on 101,
a non-profit gallery that donates its store profits to local charities. And we tempt your palate
with the artful dishes served at Sushi on the Rock.
We hope you enjoy this tribute to our local expression.
Jeanette Calo
Cheers,
Editor-in-Chief
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Contributors
Ed Brown |
The owner of EA Brown Studio,
Ed has expanded on his master’s degree from the
New School of Architecture and Design with his
studio work, where he brings the same intuitive
understanding of lighting and sense of compositional harmony to capturing countenances. Ed’s eye
and skill for direction make him an able capturer of
time’s transient moments.
Sarah Huffman |
Sarah is an English major
at Biola University, where she writes for The Point,
her university magazine, and edits The Inkslinger,
its literary journal. She is excitedly planning her
first European trip to explore the sights of England,
Ireland and France after graduation.
Machel Penn Shull |
A writer for 15
years, Machel writes her own newspaper column
in Rancho Santa Fe called “Machel’s Ranch.” Her
articles have appeared in several magazines and
newspapers in Southern California, and she is also
a copywriter for various luxury companies in San
Diego. Machel resides in Cardiff-by-the-Sea with
her husband and her son.
Luke Travis | After graduating from U.C.
Berkeley with a degree in English, Luke began work
as a grant-writer for the Community Rejuvenation
Project—a nonprofit organization committed to
blight-abatement and child-development. Luke is a
monthly contributor to FINE Magazine, and continues to work as the Bay Area Correspondent for BxC
Baron, a music journalism website that seeks out
new and emerging talent.
Laura Villalobos |
Laura is a full-service
stylist who creates beauty from all angles, including
hair and makeup artistry, creative fashion direction
and styling. Her expertise and fashion-forward style
developed through years of industry experience and
continuing education. Laura is best known for her
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NEW IN TOWN
Luxury
Lifestyle
Meet San Diego’s latest additions.
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office in La Jolla uses the latest technology to treat sagging skin,
sun damage, acne scars wrinkles, as well as varicose veins and
spider veins.
Encinitas recently welcomes 2Good2B, an allergen-friendly
bakery that offers delicious gluten-free breads, desserts, pizzas,
sandwiches and other tasty baked goods. This bakery brings flavor
and excitement to gluten-free dishes, attracting more than just the
gluten-sensitive to its counters. Its menu is also free of corn, corn
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Hand-Crafted Haven
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Since its recent grand opening, The Craftsman New American
Tavern has already become a new hot spot in Encinitas. Featuring
exquisite “hand-crafted comfort foods,” this place has pasta dishes,
tasty burgers and local craft beers on tap. Head on over for happy
hour, starting at 3:30 p.m.
A new venture in Encinitas, Stone Flats gives pizza a new
meaning, focusing on simple and pure ingredients. Diners craft
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BUSINESS NEWS
Samuel Scott one of the best places
to work in San Diego.
Many companies say their employees like coming to work, but
hours,” Pianin explains. “The company culture is going to have
Samuel Scott Financial Group is one of rare few that can back up
an impact on your life, so we make creating a positive workplace
that claim.
a top priority.”
The boutique mortgage company recently recognized as one of
the Best Places to Work by the San Diego Business Journal.
“It has been wonderful to watch Samuel Scott Financial Group
grow and take on such a strong role in the community,” says Todd
Pianin, the company’s founder and president. “I am proud to own
a company that is home to so many outstanding professionals, and
truly flattered that we have been named one of The Best Places to
Work in 2012.”
Through its county-wide survey and awards program, the San
industry since 1995, Pianin and Reynolds recognized the market
was rapidly changing and the needs of their clients were increasing.
By opening Samuel Scott in the heart of San Diego, they were able
to maintain the high level of customer service on which they had
built their reputations.
The Carmel Valley office, which opened with just four loan
Diego Business Journal salutes companies that have worked hard
originators and a small supporting staff, is now home to nearly 30
to create environments in which their employees enjoy going to
to 50 mortgage professionals. The company is recognized for its
work.
superior customer service, as well as the way its mortgage advisors
The winners have practices that include rewarding hard-working
tailor the residential loan process to fit each individual client.
employees, investing in training, offering wellness programs, and
According to the company, these professionals believe in building
providing opportunities for team-building and social activities—
lasting relationships, putting the client’s needs before their own
just a few of the perks that make Samuel Scott stand out. The
and taking an honest approach to every transaction.
company is known for making sure everyone feels appreciated
Samuel Scott Financial Group is expanding throughout Southern
through barbecue lunches, bowling nights, regular company
California. To discuss career opportunities for mortgage advisors
mixers and holiday parties. There’s even cheering in the sales
meetings.
“The average person spends more time at work than they do at
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The company was founded by Todd “Samuel” Pianin and Brian
“Scott” Reynolds in 2006. Having worked together in the lending
home, and financial professionals are notorious for putting in long
and loan professionals, contact Russ Schreier, vice president of
sales, at 858-436-1187 or [email protected].
Samuel Scott Financial Group is licensed by the CA Dept. of Real Estate, Real Estate Broker License 01458652 and
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ACCOMPLISHING THE IMPOSSIBLE
Accomplishing
the Impossible
Creations World Concierge crafts exclusive
memories for its elite clientele.
By Rosalie Cushman
Want a private meeting with the pope? Need an elephant
for a personal parade? Creations World Concierge, an
international concierge company, can make it happen.
“There’s no request we cannot fulfill,” says Elizabeth Steen,
the company’s vice president. Based in Carlsbad, Creations
provides a host of services for the elite traveler that are far
from ordinary, from acquiring the Presidential Suite in a soldout five-star hotel in New York to procuring elephants for a
private villa’s parade in India.
“We take a client’s request and get it done as efficiently as
possible,” Steen says, adding that the company’s mantra is
simply “old-fashioned personal service.”
Coming from an hotelier family, Creations founder.
Kenyan-born Salima Ruffin, refined her own intuition for
excellence as an early pioneer, providing concierge services
at the Westgate Hotel in San Diego. After becoming the first
woman in the world to be invited to join the prestigious Les
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Clefs d’Or, a hotel concierge professional association, Ruffin
formed Creations World Concierge.
Twenty years later, the company serves celebrities,
dignitaries, Forbes C-level executives and their families, and
even royalty, arranging four- and five-star accommodations
worldwide. While the vast majority of services are travelrelated, the company also offers chauffeured car services,
unavailable tickets to sold-out events, party and event
planning and security services for remote locations, all
delivered with impeccable attention to detail.
“We seek to satisfy both clients and any staff they travel
with. We need to make everyone happy,” Steen explains. “We
actually provide seven-star service.”
For example, while most clients travel by private jet to their
destinations, accompanying staff typically travel commercially.
Of course, Creations arranges all accommodations for staff
as well. The company can also arrange yacht travel and
should a client make a specific request—for example, a tennis
partner with a particular skill level—Creations “simply finds
an appropriate player at that location,” Steen says.
It’s no surprise that many of Creations’ clients have
remained loyal for more than a dozen years. And new clients
are acquired by referrals only, a remarkable testament to any
company’s excellence and measurement of overall client
satisfaction.
“We have good relationships with our clients,” says Steen,
who has been with the company for 20 years. “We enjoy
seeing the end results, knowing we have done something for
somebody.”
Steen recalls some recent high praise when a family attending
an Olympic event in London asked her: “Elizabeth, how did
you get these seats? They are better than Bill Gates’ seats.”
Steen worked tirelessly making multi-faceted arrangements
for several families for the Olympics, and remains busy
planning the ultimate vacations for her clients. “Right now
I’m working with a couple families planning a trip to Italy,
arranging four- and five-star accommodations, private tours
of the Vatican and a private meeting with the pope,” Steen
explains.
Steen chuckles when she recalls a memory of getting
elephants for clients visiting India: “It was a family with four
children that we arranged a private villa for in India. During
their stay, we acquired two elephants from the prince. The
four children painted the elephants and placed flower leis on
them and had a traditional Indian parade.”
With these kinds of memories, it is not hard to see how
clients remain so loyal to Creations World Concierge, where
no stone is left unturned in accomplishing the impossible.
For more information on Creations World Concierge, visit
sdcreations.org.
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trends
Here are the latest jewelry trends to hit SoCal.
Find out what to buy and where to get it.
and you will be enchanted.
Photos for Jewels by The Sea by Richard Nesdale
Jewels By The Sea
This charming boutique specializes in an
eclectic mix of unique jewelry including
local designers, estate, vintage, colored
gems, diamonds, gold, silver, copper, pearls
and fashion. With prices ranging from $5
to more than $5,000, you’re sure to find a
treasure. Shop owner Linda Ronelle Jalving,
a graduate gemologist, has handpicked every
special piece of the store’s wearable art with
loving care. She enjoys sharing her knowledge
of and passion for beautiful jewelry of all
kinds. Visit Linda at her shop, voted “Best of
La Jolla” in La Jolla Light newspaper survey,
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JEWELS BY THE SEA
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1. Alluring amethysts totaling 62.72 ct. cradled by diamonds in 18 kt. white gold, $3,999 each.
2. Tantalizing Tahitian pearls accented with diamonds in 18 kt. white gold, $3,999 for the set.
3. Mouthwatering 4.77 ct. triangle aquamarine framed with diamonds in 18 kt. white gold, $3,999.
Artisans Jewelry
530-B Grand Ave - Carlsbad
EARRINGS AND NECKLACE
Bring a smile to a loved one’s face with an
“Spring Rain” Necklace and
Earrings from the summer
incredible one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry,
collection by Ayala Bar
or treat yourself to a priceless treasure from
Artisans Jewelry. This shop features 25 artists
from all over the world, including Michael
Michaud, Roman Glass, Tahizea Black Pearls, Ayala Bar, Jon Guerin and
many more with new artists always arriving. Artisans creates jewelry suitable
to your every taste, and can also special order jewelry. Visit them in Carlsbad
Village on Grand Avenue, two blocks east of Coast Highway.
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760-434-4432
Daniel Jewelry & Gift
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Need some decorating ideas or some interior design
inspiration? Then look no further. FINE magazine brings
you the latest home decor trends from ceramics to
closets and from beds to shovels, we have items that
are sure to get your creative wheels spinning.
Kern and Company
A retail store that is recognized far and wide
for consistently offering one of the most exotic,
elaborate and diverse collections of home
furnishings from around the world, Kern & Co.
magnificently presents an extensive collection
of hand-selected fine hardwood furniture,
sofas, lamps, and accessories from Europe,
North America, South America, Indonesia,
Africa, and the Far East.
Web: kerncodesigns.com
Phone: 858-792-7722
Dan Luna
Woodworking
Coffee Table
A one of a kind hardwood
& laser cut marble coffee
table with brass accents.
Building what you envision, or
helping you create a vision to
make your home or office the
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Residential Cherry Buffet Cabinets,
and integrated wood columns with
Solid Wenge inlays.
perfect environment.
Web: danlunawoodworking.com
Phone: 949-859-3631
Decoro 360
Specializes in premium custom-made
furniture. Offering a beautiful custom
made custom sofa collection designed
by Percy Ramos or they can assist
you in making your own dream design
come true in great turn-around time.
Web: decoro360.com
Phone: 858-255-8473
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Bellini Antique Italia
Importing fine Italian Furnishings, of superb
quality and craftsmanship from Tuscany to
Venice. Create a regal environment with a
renaissance style decor, or a home of sleek
sophistication with mid-century modern. For
authentic Italian ambiance, come to Bellini’s
Antique Italia.
Le Dimora
Le Dimora is a Home Furnishings and
Accessory store offering a unique
collection of furniture, accessories, gifts,
and interior design services. Each item
Web: belliniimports.com
Phone: 858-509-9399
Deruta Ceramics
Once sought after by rich merchants and noblemen for
their creative and qualitative excellence, hand painted
Deruta ceramics are deservedly popular among many
for their home decor.
is individually selected by founders,
Maria Barry and Cindy Cerenzie.
Web: ledimora.com
Phone: 858-759-2709
Castellina Bed
The Castellina upholstered bed shown at Le
Dimora is the perfect transition between old
world styling and the new clean lined look that
have been very popular. A perfect transition for
Rancho Santa Fe.
Home by Baja
California Closets
Audiovisons Design showroom.
Well-designed and intelligent custom
Dan Luna Find unique, handcrafted
closets can help turn any room into a
home furnishing styles from
perfect home base. California Closets
Traditional Hacienda to Modern
offers a wide range of custom closet
Contemporary. One-of-a-Kind or
storage solutions that can help you get
custom made furniture and home
the most out of your bedroom space.
furnishings include glass & mirror,
wood shutters, iron & doors,
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Phone: 888-336-9707
lighting, tile and more at Home Baja.
Located at 7932 Miramar Road, San
Diego, CA 92126.
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Phone: 858-537-9880
Designer Chair
Fausto Polanco, Maya Sorrento chair
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Virtuoso Closet
The Virtuoso Collection from California Closets
brings contemporary, European style to any
space in any home. Its strong horizontal
lines and rich Lago® Italian finishes make
a dramatic statement in any space where
a clean, modern look of a luxury closet is
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Marso Home
Collection
MARSO Home Furniture
Collection is a brand new
showroom. The owners have
been producing unique high end
hand crafted quality furnishings
for over 30 years. Every piece
is hand carved and finished with
the utmost care and attention to
detail.
Web: marsocollection.com
Phone: 858-459-9005
Barcelona Bed
Hand carved with walnut veneer in a
walnut Finish
Skylar’s Home & Patio
Located in the village of Carlsbad Skylar’s
offers a wide array of home furnishings.
Roche Bobois Group
Their showroom is stocked with hundreds
Considered today as the world leader of high end furniture design and distribution,
Featuring furniture made here in the USA,
in addition to its elite positioning as a pioneer creator. Roche Bobois launches
an exclusive new collection every six months and proudly ranks among the most
talented furniture brands with an upscale international reputation.
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of selections for indoor and outdoor living.
and specializing in custom sectionals and
sofas.
Web: homebybaja.com
Phone: 858-537-9880
Web: skylarshomeandpatio.com
Phone: 760-729-3100
Mah Jong Sofa
This iconic modular sofa is sill “En vogue “
after its creation, 40 years ago
“Oliver” Mid Century Modern Sectional
Made local in less than 2 weeks with available
Fabric Options.
award-winning interior
design services
A Unique Collection of Fine Home Furnishings and Accessories
Proprietors Maria Barry & Cindy Cerenzie
Del Rayo Village Shopping Center • Le Dimora 16089 San Diequito Rd, Ste. H103 • Rancho Santa Fe
Store Hours: Monday - Thursday 10:00 - 6:00 • Friday 10:00 - 7:00,
Saturday 10:30am - 7:00pm • Sunday 10:00am - 2:00pm
(858) 759.2709
Maria Barry
Co-Owned/Designer
Sandy Garrett
Designer
Rose Wiltshire
Designer
Melanie Haimsohn
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Designer
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Design Associate
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chronographs, and perpetual calendars
are only a few of the features
watchmakers use to create the world’s
rarest and most expensive timepieces.
Bloomberg BusinessWeek asked the
world’s most prestigious luxury watch
San Diego’s finest coastal collection of stores in a
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Cartier’s phoenix-shaped wristwatch at
$2.7 million. Other pieces stand by their
technical merits, such as Frank Muller’s
Aeternitas Mega 4, with 36 complications,
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Modeling Creativity
Modeling Creativity
Lux Art Institute redefines the museum experience.
By Sarah Huffman
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oncealed in a lush wildlife preserve in Encinitas
lies Lux Art Institute, an innovative art museum
that allows visitors to “see art happen.”
Lux alters the standard museum experience by letting
visitors see artists’ processes firsthand. This engages people
and provides a “link between the visitor and the artwork,”
just as the institute’s founding director Reesey Shaw says.
Even for people unfamiliar with the world of art, the artists
are a “stepping stone between the visitor and the work,”
says Shaw, who considers the process of watching an artist
“modeling creativity” to be much more engaging than just
seeing the completed piece in a museum.
In 1998, a group of San Diego area art patrons and
philanthropists envisioned something more than a
museum—a place where visitors would be directly exposed
to the artistic process. The vision began to take shape when
Ramona Sahm joined the board as president and donated
$1 million in seed money. The founders named the new
endeavor Lux, Latin for “light,” and began working to build
a facility that would bring international artists to Southern
California to realize commissioned works on site and in the
public eye.
True to its mission, Lux draws different types of artists
from all over the world to live on location and use the
facilities to create art. According to Madamba, the artists
are “so dynamic, always changing—with someone working
in a new medium every time.”
From painters to sculptors, Shaw chooses a wide variety of
artists for each season. Past artists have included installation
artist Ann Agee, painter Emilio Perez and sculptor Lila
Yang, among others.
“It’s an art project,” she says of her opportunity to keep up
with her favorite artists as well as new, developing artists who
have “interesting, sometimes unusual, work.”
But it’s not just the studio art that’s worth seeing. The grounds
and architecture of Lux alone are a work of art. As you wind
up the hill, native trees, flowers and shrubbery cover five acres
in every direction.
The museum’s sharp, cube-like shape stands against
the backdrop of natural greenery and the soft, rolling
mountainside. Inside the studio, the wall-sized farm door
provides fresh air and a great view, allowing visitors to view
more than just one-of-a-kind art.
Directly below the studio is the Artist Residency, a living
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Rick Stich with kids in studio
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Lilia Jang studio exhibit
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area set aside for the current resident artist. This chic living
space comes fully equipped with basics, as well as a computer,
laundry facilities and art library. Artists come and go as they
please. Some explore the city, hit the beaches or keep their
daily schedules, but with 24-hour access to the studio upstairs,
there is always time for creativity.
The scenic sculpture walk down to the soon-to-be Education
Pavilion displays the diverse talents of past artist residencies.
Exclusive art is surrounded by lavender, California buckwheat
and other native foliage that reaches its peak of fragrance
in the spring and summer, according to event coordinator
Grace Madamba.
Outside the main building stands “Home,” a work of art
by Turkish artist Ali Acerol that features a welcome grouping
of brick furniture. At the top of the hill, future home of
an Artist Exhibition, rests Lux’s own panther, sculpted by
a former artist-in-residency. The walk continues with some
ceramic birdhouses created from everyday objects like salt
and pepper shakers, broken china and old figurines.
At the end of the sculpture walk sits the bright green
modular building that has become the favorite classroom
to hundreds of students since the museum was established
nearly 15 years ago. But Lux staff is eagerly anticipating
the 2013 move further down the hill to the new Education
Pavilion, equipped with more lecture and studio space,
offices, storage and labs.
“We have that bursting-at-the-seams kind of feeling,” says
Madamba, who looks forward to the opportunities the extra
space brings, such as serving more students through field trips
and after-school classes.
While the classes take place in the education pavilion, the
studio itself is not an official school. Instead, children and
adults watch artists work, and, through their time in residency,
artists complete one or more pieces. This gives visitors the
chance to learn from a professional, developing their own
techniques, picking up pointers or just admiring the skill.
When asked if it is possible to teach creativity, Shaw says:
“That’s exactly what we’re doing at Lux.”
If you would like to contribute to Lux’s expansion, or
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The Justice of the Piece
The Justice of the Piece
Rebecca Justice designs bespoke furniture from the heart.
Article by Jeanette Calo
Hair, Makeup and Production by Laura Villalobos. Assisted by Catherine Cortez
Photos by Ed Brown of EA Brown Studios
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David: Robert Graham shirt
from Mister B. TBM pants and
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f surroundings are a reflection of self, then the Villa
de Justicia speaks volumes about its designer. Every
adornment in the Poway estate is fraught with meaning,
unapologetically lush and remarkably beautiful—a true
likeness of the woman who inspired every inch.
And when it comes to Rebecca Justice, it’s hard not to be
inspired. The wife of famed Major League Baseball player
David Justice, Rebecca is an accomplished model, mother
and furniture designer, who accepts her fame with poise and
grace.
“When you pay attention to detail, that’s what carries you
through with anything,” the Poway native said. “You have to
have that type of mindset.”
No detail has been spared in Justice’s home, which became
the springboard for her blossoming career as a high-end
furniture designer. Each heirloom piece showcased in the
home was lovingly and painstakingly designed by Justice.
“I would say that I discovered that, really, your dream
home is you, and that’s where your family resides,” she said.
“Every wall, every art piece, every console is me.”
And an appreciation of each piece requires an
understanding of Rebecca Justice—the designer, model and
mother.
Justice, the Designer
In 2007, Justice had just finished building her dream home.
Unlike other professional athletes, the Justices hadn’t built
the perfect home in each city David Justice had played.
Instead, they saved all their money to build the ultimate
home in San Diego, where they chose to live after David
retired.
But the 2007 wildfires razed all of the Justices’ hard work.
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Decor: Hand-carved dining
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Gothic dining chairs with
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“Everything was burnt to the ground,” Rebecca Justice
recalled. “We lost everything, and based on that, I was
extremely depressed.”
It was from the ground that Justice began to rebuild her
dream home. And while the fires were a painful loss, Justice
was given the unique opportunity to start over from scratch,
scrapping the inconvenience of relying on other interior
designers.
“I honestly feel like I really never got what I wanted,”
Justice said. “I had to work with certain vendors, and then
my next-door neighbor would have the same thing. And I
was tired of paying an hourly fee. I felt like I was paying
attorneys.”
On the recommendation of a friend, Justice was put in
touch with Marie Cunning an internationally renowned
designer and founder of Andrew Morgan Furniture, a San
Diego factory famous for its hand-made wares. Justice gave
Cunning some furniture design sketches, which Cunning
produced to exact specifications.
“It really took me out of my depression and it became
an exciting project,” Justice recalled. “That’s really where it
came from—out of necessity. It took me out of depression
because it turned out the way I dreamed it would turn out.”
People’s appreciation for Justice’s “flair and unique style”—
marked by plush fabrics, ornate medallions and Swarovski
crystals—eventually lead to the Villa de Justicia Furniture
Collection. It involved a partnership with Cunning, without
whom “not one piece would be possible,” Justice said.
The Andrew Morgan Collection produces Justice’s
custom-made, one-of-a-kind furniture, among many other
styles.
“As soon as we met, I knew we were going to be friends,
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Decor: Poker table
designed for David Justice,
with personalized initial
in center. Custom-made
drapery inspired by
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and from that, it has developed into a great friendship as
well as a business relationship,” recalled Cunning, who has
been designing and manufacturing furniture in San Diego
for 30 years.
“The Rebecca Justice Collection is like no other in the
industry,” Cunning continued. “You would need to go to
the old castles of Europe to find something similar.”
Indeed, in developing her ornate pieces, Justice studied
Spanish décor, European chateaus and cathedrals, and
Tuscan villas. Her signature style is marked by fleurs-de-lis,
crosses and crowns.
“It’s a lot of royal inspiration,” Justice said. “There is a
Spanish-Mexican flair in my attraction toward furniture.
I love things that look distressed and old-world, especially
growing up with a lot of that religious, spiritual art all
around.”
One of Justice’s favorite pieces is her entryway piece, a
circular, hand-carved sofa with an angel at the center.
Rosaries that were blessed by the Vatican hang from the
angel’s hand.
“It just makes me happy every time I see it,” Justice said.
“Religion inspires me. When you grow up like that, it’s a
culture behind you. That’s what you know, and that’s that.”
Justice, the Model
Justice’s penchant for the bespoke and distinctive stems
from her background in fashion and modeling. A graduate
of Long Beach State University with a degree in design
and fashion merchandising, Justice worked as a professional
model for several years. She even founded Exotic Spices,
a professionally collaborated calendar featuring ethnic
women.
“It was to show the ethnicity and the beauty within that,”
Justice recalled. “It gained a lot of hype.”
When marriage and pregnancy grounded her modeling
career, Justice didn’t look back.
“I don’t miss the industry, and I don’t miss the lifestyle,”
she confessed. “But I do miss the art of it all. I actually
enjoy the fashions and creativity and artistry that’s involved
in modeling. I enjoy the transformation.”
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Rebecca: Jovani dress
from Mia Bella. Bracelets
and earrings from
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Decor: Hand-carved
chair replica of Louis XVI,
accented with 24-karat
gold leaf.
Justice has channeled her love for creativity and artistry
into her furniture collection, which she admitted she is very
excited about.
“It’s for a reason. I don’t do things just to do things
anymore,” she said. “Fame is not our priority, but we like to
promote something that we love, like my furniture line… I
want to share this with people.”
said her main focus remains her three children, ages
12, 10 and 8.
“Nothing comes between me and my children,” she said.
“It’s not about balance. It’s about taking care of them first,
and everything else just falling behind that.”
Of course, Justice doesn’t do this alone.
“I’m blessed because my husband is retired, so we just live
our lives,” she said. “We have our projects and the charities
Justice, the Mother
While she has traveled the world, Justice—a selfdescribed “home-girl San Diego”—was thrilled to settle
down with her family in her hometown. And the San
Diego lifestyle wasn’t a hard sell for her Ohio-born
husband.
“Once you’ve spent a little bit of time here, you get
it… and you do just have such a great appreciation for
San Diego as a whole,” she said. “You have privacy
here, and people are really great. If we step out of this
area, it’s a different world for us. Here, we’re good.”
And despite her busy life and promising career, Justice
that we are involved in. My parents live with us, and my
husband is around—and he’s a hands-on father. I have a lot
of partnership.”
In the future, Justice said she plans to focus on expanding
her collection, especially her outdoor patio furniture, and
delving more into her accessory line. She’s also considering
fashion apparel. However, her focus remains on her
family—both now and in the future. “I don’t just have
my dream home,” she said. “I have my grandchildren’s
playground. I built this for the future.”
For more information on Rebecca Justice’s Villa de Justicia Furniture
Collection, visit rebeccajusticecollections.com.
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The Nova Era
Conductor Jung Ho Pak discusses exciting changes at Orchestra Nova San Diego.
Interview by Machel Penn Shull
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ith nearly 30 years of bringing
reflected this revolutionary and new idea.
try to have as much fun as possible. It’s through
enriching music to Southern
Second, a nova is a star that burns brightly.
that kind of cathartic release that my body, face
California, the Orchestra Nova
We wanted the public to see us as something
and hands can communicate the essence of the
San Diego has uncovered the secret to sold-
that is highly passionate and energetic. We also
out houses. It involves more than 35 musicians
wanted to position our artists in the orchestra
emotion in the music. Most of classical music is
blending together one key component to create
as being individual stars and not anonymous
music that transports the soul.
figures.
about pure joy, so it’s not hard. I conduct with
as much energy as a rock musician because
this music was the rock and roll music of its
That component is the symphony’s muse,
But I would say the secret of our success
conductor and creative artistic director Jung
of sold-out houses and enthusiastic fans goes
Ho Pak. This month, we shine the spotlight
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as the Beatles, and, like the Beatles, this music
on Jung Ho Pak and the exciting changes at
strategy. We are involved in a bold experiment
was both high quality and immensely popular.
Orchestra Nova San Diego.
of creating a beautifully artistic experience for
So I try to make the music come alive for the
the average American and not the usual one
audiences by being as human and modern in
percent of the population. This has meant
my personality as I can.
FINE Magazine: In 2010, the “San Diego
Chamber Orchestra” changed its name
to “Orchestra Nova San Diego.” How
does this reflect the orchestra’s new
energy, inspired by your leadership?
Jung Ho Pak: After many years of answering
the same basic question asked in almost every
interview—“What’s a chamber orchestra?”— I
realized that most people had no idea who or
what we were. The word ‘chamber’ conjures
up such an antiquated notion, and we needed
a new name to help dispel any negative
preconceptions for what is already perceived
as an elite art form. The word “nova” has a
double meaning. First, we wanted to create a
completely new customer experience, as well
as business model, so we needed a name that
time. It was as dangerous and revolutionary
creating an exciting and theatrical experience
The best reward is when someone who is 15
before and during the concert, which is both
or 25 years old comes up to after a concert and
interactive and captivating. We want to wow
each visitor so that everything we do is instantly
understandable and enjoyable. All this sets us
apart in a city that is crowded with other kinds
of entertainment.
FINE: You have been described by The
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Diego, the Union Tribune described to
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to watch.” How does your love for music
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Pak: Well, I try to smile as much as I can, and I
has the same kind of excitement in their eyes
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with the music of Mozart of Tchaikovsky, I’ve
connected with them on a level that reaches
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Chiseled Life
Master woodcarver J. Chester “Skip” Armstrong crafts lasting tributes to nature.
By Luke Travis
W
oodcarving is an exacting medium. Instead of the
quick flit of a brush on canvas, the artist wields
chainsaws and chisels to bring detail out of an
often-unwilling piece of wood. The craft is difficult, but the
results can be extraordinary. So it’s no surprise that a master
woodcarver like J. Chester “Skip” Armstrong finds himself in
such high demand.
Working mainly on a large scale, Armstrong creates impressive
wood sculptures that have adorned public places such as
hospitals and airports, private businesses and churches, and
prestigious homes, including Burt Reynolds’ and Michael
Jackson’s residencies.
Having been firmly ensconced in nature since early adulthood,
Armstrong finds that themes in his work largely reflect the
natural world and organic structures. “There is definitely a sense
of the primitive world, that is to say, the world of animal,” the
Northern California native explains. “The raw, cutting edge of
nature that doesn’t tolerate mistakes.”
His work, which ranges from sprawling multi-form landscape
pieces to small single objects, is always striving to look at nature
from a “non-anthropomorphic” perspective. “I’m trying to stay
away from the luminosity of the eye of the deer that sucks you
in on an emotional level,” he says, and suggests that his work
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attempts to appeal to a more purely aesthetic sensibility.
Armstrong lives out the rugged American artist’s lifestyle. His
home sits on a 20-acre parcel of land that shares a border with
the Deschutes National Forest, right outside the small town of
Sisters, Ore.
“When I moved there, in the early 70s, there were 600 people
there,” he says of the area. “Now, there are 1,500. We finally
graduated to a movie theater.”
The region, which gets its name from the Three Sisters
mountain peaks, is very dry, getting less than 10 inches of rain a
year. The opposite side of peaks gets closer to 150 inches of rain
per year, but Armstrong prefers the dry eastern slope, partially,
he confesses, because “it agrees with the wood, which doesn’t
rot or mildew.”
Armstrong’s career started in earnest around 1974. He had
only just graduated from Berkeley with his degree in philosophy,
an encyclopedic knowledge of poetry and the solid conviction
that “words were a pretty weak attempt at getting to anything
that was truth-oriented.”
Following a short tour through Central America, where he
viewed some of the ancient ruins, Armstrong was impressed at
how “a whole culture was represented a thousand years after it
had collapsed by its artisans and craftspeople and sculptors.” He
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soon came to the conclusion that sculpture “is the way to hold
on to antiquity.”
Armstrong started making charcoal sketches and clay
sculptures almost immediately, and wood sculpting followed
quickly on the heels of those two mediums. By the mid 1970s he
had been featured in the prestigious Southwest Art magazine,
and shortly after that found himself in a limo on the way to a
party at the mansion of television personality Bob Eubanks, as
a VIP guest artist. “That was kind of like, ‘when the star was
born,’” Armstrong recalls.
Woodcarving can be a very taxing art form. Creating a single
piece, taken from timber to completion, can range anywhere
from one to nine months. Often, the canvasses are giant pieces
of wood, weighing several tons, which must be hand-selected,
carved and assembled by the artist himself. There are several
different stages of production as well.
“I can delineate the forms and define a piece within a few days,
but when you talk about a finished piece, which is sanded and
detailed and all of that, that process can go on for months with
every piece,” he explains.
But the struggle of endurance is only one of the many obstacles
a master woodcarver must overcome. Uncertainty plays a major
role in the outcome of every piece. “Before you’re dealing with
the log, you don’t know what’s in there,” Armstrong says of
starting with a blank wood canvas. “You think you know, but
you don’t actually until you start opening up with the log.”
As woodcarvers lack complete control over their medium, they
are frequently compelled to, “react continuously to surprises, act
forcefully and commit,” Armstrong says.
There is also an element of danger inherent in the creation
process. The main tool of every master woodcarver is the
chainsaw. Its cuts are efficient and precise, but the woodcarver is
often compelled to use it in very unconventional positions.
“We’re not just cutting straight pieces of wood,” Armstrong
says of the process, “I’m shoving the tip into places where it has
no business being, and that tip has a rotary wrap that can easily
kick back and hit you in the head”—at which point, Armstrong
explains, “the game is over.”
After 40 years of work, Armstrong has made quite a name
for himself in the industry, but—like a true artist—he still feels
motivated to keep creating. It is rare for him to get through a
day without creating anything, because, in his own words, “I get
possessed by images and I want to see them.”
Much of his time is thus spent creating the images he sees in
his head. “I wake up in the morning, do my routines, and then
go into the shop,” he says.
It is, for all intents and purposes, just another form of addiction.
But it is one he claims, “is a great addiction to have, really.”
RIVER ESTATES | Rancho Santa Fe, CA
List Price: $4,980,000
Crafted by Jim Ford this single level home sits on 1.69 acres in the desirable gated community of River Estates in Rancho Santa Fe.
With over 9000 square feet this home has it all including: a chefs kitchen, guesthouse, library, theatre, wine cellar, wet bar, dramatic
loggia, 6-car garage, 9 dramatic waterfalls and picturesque views from nearly every room. Superior quality and details throughout with
distressed exposed beams, natural stones, travertine, marble, onyx, granite, intricate moldings and cobbled pavers. Amazing light and
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Recurring jaw pain and headaches
could be caused by TMD.
I
f you suffer from reoccurring or chronic migraines
or pain in your jaw, neck or shoulders, you may have
temporomandibular disorder—or TMD for short. This
condition has multiple causes, and there several treatments
available ranging from conservative to aggressive.
As the owner of Adriatic Dental in San Marcos, I have many
patients with various forms of TMD, which is also sometimes
called TMJ. TMD can be a tricky issue to manage because it
presents itself in so many different ways, it can be mistaken for
other conditions and it has a wide variety of causes.
TMD has to do with inflammation or injury surrounding the
temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is the hinge joint that
connects your jawbone to the rest of your skull. The TMJ is
what allows you to open and close your jaw so that you can
speak, laugh and chew your food. The joint is very flexible,
and when it’s working, you probably never even feel it.
• An injury, such as a hard blow to the face or whiplash from a car
accident.
• Unconscious tightening of the jaw throughout the day.
• A misaligned jaw or palette.
• Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis in the TMJ.
Treatments
This best treatment for TMD greatly depends on the
particular causes and symptoms for each individual patient.
Most often, a dentist will start by recommending a conservative
treatment, and then progress to more aggressive treatments if
the symptoms continue.
Conservative treatments include putting ice or heat on the
TMJs, taking over-the-counter pain medication, and eating
soft foods. Additional treatments may include wearing a night
guard to prevent grinding during sleep, performing behavior
Symptoms
Unfortunately when the TMJ becomes injured or inflamed,
it can make your life pretty miserable. Symptoms of TMD
can include:
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Pain or tenderness in the jaw, face, shoulder or neck, often in the morning.
Pain when yawning or speaking.
Mild to severe migraines, often upon waking in the morning.
A stuck or locked jaw
Clicking or popping sounds when chewing or opening or closing the mouth.
When attempting to diagnose symptoms, a dentist will take a
thorough medical history from the patient. They will perform
an exam, testing the patient’s TMJs for pain or sensitivity,
observing jaw movement and listening for clicking or popping.
The dentist may even take X-rays or an MRI to help with the
diagnosis.
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Causes
While a lot of factors cause TMD, the most common causes are:
• Grinding or clenching the teeth (called bruxism), which often occurs
at night during sleep.
modification techniques, or undergoing dental treatments such
as crowns, bridges or braces. Instead of braces, I sometimes
recommend a DNA appliance, which you can learn about
in a separate video on that topic. Other treatments are
transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), triggerpoint anesthesia injections and radio wave therapy.
For the most serious cases, the dentist may have to refer a
patient to an oral surgeon to perform one of several different
available surgeries.
If you or someone in your family is suffering from symptoms
consistent with TMD, see your dentist right away. You can
call me with questions at 760-591-3434 or visit our website
at healthygumsandteethnow.com. Or stop by Smiles By
Valentina, located at 4313 La Jolla Village Dr. in La Jolla
(across the way from Wells Fargo) or Adriatic Dental located at
960 W. San Marcos Blvd. in San Marcos (close to Restaurant
Row).
You can find relief from headaches and recurring jaw pain.
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Stunning views of Del Mar and the Pacific Ocean. This elegant home is like new inside and out with high quality and designer finishes,
top of the line appliances, glass mosaic tiles and a master suite that may have the best views found in the city. The recent renovation
just completed this July 2012 included plastering the exterior to a smooth finish and adding 1400 square feet of cultured stone and
trim, new pool and spa, front and backyard landscaping with lighting, new air conditioning and more. This is the perfect hillside getaway
with privacy, 5 bedrooms including an attached guest suite, an office and exercise room. You are welcomed at the top of the drive with
a stately Canary Palm and colorful flowers throughout. A must see!
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A WEIGHTY ISSUE
A Weighty Issue
Balancing the Famous five hormones helps to fight fat.
By Dr. Kellee Rutley
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ou’d be hard-pressed to miss claims about hormones
five important hormones that we all make naturally every day.
in the news today: “Increase your testosterone levels
They all share one common trait: If we have too much or
to stay young and lean!” and “Estrogen causes breast
too little of any of these hormones we can become extremely
cancer!” blare from headlines and Internet sites alike.
With so much information—and misinformation—about
unwell, and they are all thrown off balance when the body has
too much fat.
hormones and health, it can be difficult to separate fact from
How much fat is too much fat? A man who has more than
fiction. We are bombarded daily by marketing campaigns
25-percent body fat and a woman who more than 30-percent
designed to hit us right where it hurts: aging and weight gain.
body fat are considered obese and at risk for disease. Abdominal
But the key to making wise decisions about health issues is
fat is more dangerous than fat in the extremities, and visceral
knowledge. We know that hormones are implicated in the
fat—the kind that wraps around organs or gets deposited into
aging process, but understanding their proper function—as
organs themselves (think “fatty liver”)—is the most dangerous.
well as what can happen when they get out of whack—is
crucial to making smart choices about how we live every day.
You don’t have to be an endocrinologist to understand some
basic physiology about our hormones.
We are going to focus on what I call the “Famous five”—
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Estrogen
Also known as the female hormone, estrogen is a primary sex
hormone that balances with others like progesterone. When
estrogen levels are too high, estrogen dominance can occur—
and this can cause some critical issues.
Weight gain is a serious effect of estrogen dominance—and
estrogen dominance is a serious effect of weight gain, since
abdominal fat actually produces estrogen in both women and
men. This causes even more weight gain, as well as increased
cancer risk, infertility in both sexes, enlargement of the
prostate, lowered libido, impotence and erectile dysfunction.
Estrogen dominance in children shows up as early onset of
puberty and POS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). Abdominal
fat—sometimes referred to as “love handles” and “muffin
tops”—might as well be called the “third ovary,” since
estrogen produced by belly fat is a major contributor to many
disease processes.
Estrogen dominance can be caused by excess production in
the body, such as with HRT (hormone replacement therapy),
a drop in progesterone production, or excessive intake of
environmental hormones in meat injected with hormones
and xenoestrogens, which are estrogen-mimicking chemicals
found in plastics.
Testosterone
Largely considered a male hormone, women also produce
testosterone is small amounts. Excess body fat can cause
insulin resistance in both men and women, which causes a
woman’s ovaries to produce more testosterone.
Testosterone is an androgen, responsible for a man’s deep
voice, body hair and fertility. Too much fat on a man’s body
causes a decrease in testosterone and an increase in estrogen,
resulting in more feminine characteristics such as breast
development. Low testosterone levels in a man is associated
with Type 2 diabetes, regardless of his age, race or level of
obesity.
Insulin
Insulin usually makes us think of diabetes and sugar. Insulin
is the fat-storage hormone, and when there is too much of it,
we store fat. With too much insulin for too long, our cells can
become resistant to the regulating effects of insulin, which is
the precursor to Type 2 diabetes.
For years, many followed a low-fat, high-carbohydrate diet
with lots of processed foods. Remember the non-fat cookies,
breads, pastas and treats? They seemed like the answer to our
American weight problem—but the problem was not the high
amounts of fat in our processed foods alone, but the excess of
carbohydrates. Now we have the issue of high fructose corn
syrup in massive amounts in our processed foods, wreaking
metabolic havoc. What is most concerning is that our children
are consuming much of this metabolic poison and the results
are in: American kids are getting fatter and sicker every year.
The problem we see today in the United States is large
amount of sugar being consumed in the form of processed
foods that may not even taste sweet! It helps to remember that
four grams of carbohydrate is equal to a teaspoon of sugar,
and the body will respond to sugar in the blood by increasing
insulin levels. This is a good thing, unless there is sugar
overload, causing an “insulin spike” and excess amounts of
insulin circulating in the blood.
Cortisol
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THE WEIGHTED TRUTH
Cortisol is a stress hormone produced by the adrenal
glands that are located on top of the kidneys. Cortisol
plays a major role in metabolism and is the key player in
the fight-or-flight response critical to survival, especially
in escaping from a predator… such as a tiger.
In our present-day lives, cortisol is secreted when we are
cut off in traffic, receive notice our company is laying off
employees or watch violent television shows. Chronic or
long-term stress increases levels of cortisol, which causes
weight gain and makes losing weight more difficult.
Cortisol increases fatigue and decreases testosterone
in both men and women, leading to muscle loss and a
slow metabolism. Cortisol stored in fat cells deep in the
abdomen—visceral fat—stimulates more weight gain.
Leptin
Also called the “fullness hormone,” leptin is responsible
for signaling our brains to tell us we are full from eating.
Leptin, which stimulates hunger receptors in our brain,
is produced mostly by our fat. The level of leptin in the
body is directly related to the amount of fat we have.
Leptin levels also increase with an increase in insulin
levels. The problem arises when the body becomes
resistant to leptin because of chronic overeating. When
this happens, it takes more and more leptin for our brains
to know that we are full. When we gain fat, our bodies
create more leptin, but we become resistant to its effects.
High-fructose diets can also induce leptin resistance
because the brain doesn’t get the signal to stop eating.
Think of the supersized sodas. It can be difficult to drink
20 ounces of water at one sitting, but why is it easy to
drink a 20-ounce soda with a super-sized hamburger and
french fries? Leptin is screaming “I’m full!”—but no one
is listening.
to help regulate our hormones and control our bodies
naturally and without drugs, shots or procedures.
One of the most important things we can do is to not
allow ourselves to become overweight. Exercise and
eating low carbohydrate and adequate protein diets rich
in vegetables, whole grains, lean meats and moderate
amounts of fruit—while foregoing the readily-available
snack foods—can help fight fat. Planning meals ahead
of time and limiting dining out to special occasions, or
only once per week is helpful in controlling our intake of
sugars and empty calories.
Knowing the risks of excessive body fat should be
enough to inspire us to take control of what we put in
our mouths, and also what we put in our refrigerators and
pantries. If our eating and exercise habits don’t change,
the Center for Disease Control has estimated that two out
of three children born in the year 2000 will develop Type
2 diabetes in their lifetime. If we don’t buy it, it makes it
harder for our children to consume the foods that may
make them sick.
And sleep on it, rather than lose sleep over it. Sleep
well, sleep more and stop stressing out! Knowing what
we can control and what we cannot takes us a long way
in reducing our stress levels. Avoid stressful television and
stressful conversations before bed, and indulge in warm
baths and a cup of herbal tea rather than a few cocktails,
since alcohol converts to sugar, causes us to store fat and
disrupts sleep.
Finally, choose organic as much as possible and avoid
toxic chemicals in food, household products and plastics.
We don’t need to be perfect, but never be afraid to seek out
the help of a trusted professional to help you balance your
lifestyle and determine what more you can do to improve
your health. Keep in mind that wellness is a process—
Where do we start?
At the risk of oversimplifying the solution to the hormone
problems we are facing today, we can all do many things
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our old bad habits took years to develop, but new and
healthier habits will take us a long way in maintaining
our vitality.
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Like A Rock
Like a Rock
Sushi on the Rock has something for everyone.
By Jeanette Calo
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Photos by: Richard Nesdale
estaurants located in trendy places face a unique
balancing act of trying to appeal to tourists and
regulars alike. And when you’re located in downtown
La Jolla, it’s like performing in the Olympics.
But if it’s a competition, then Sushi on the Rock is the
Gabby Douglas of restaurants—an all-around gold medalist
with something for everyone. Equally chic and approachable,
there’s a reason this hot spot has brought back regulars for
nearly two decades.
“When you walk in here, it’s like you’re in our house,”
says Celeste Johnson, who co-owns the restaurant with her
husband, restaurant founder Paul Johnson.
Created by Paul Johnson and executive sushi chef Robert
Cassidy, the menu at Sushi on the Rock is ambitious and allencompassing.
“We infuse different spices and flavors, but keep it simple,”
Cassidy explains.
The restaurant serves a full gamut of sushi, ranging from
California rolls to live sea urchin. It’s equally prepared to serve
the Midwest tourist who has never tasted sushi alongside the
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local aficionado. There’s also cooked and non-seafood dishes to
please every palate, and the staff is quick to make suggestions.
“We like to sit down with the customers,” she adds. “It’s like
a family—there have been very few times when I don’t know
everyone in the restaurant.”
The family feeling has even crept onto the menu, which
features signature rolls named for customers. Ozstar’s Roll—a
poplar combination of tuna, yellowtail, salmon, with cream
cheese, serrano chilies and cucumber—was named for
real estate guru and loyal customer Ozstar DeJourday. And
Ashley’s Roll—tempura fried soft-shell crab, sprouts, gobo,
avocado and cucumber layered with pan-seared sesame tuna,
and served with a whole grain mustard sauce—is named for
Ashley Napper—the restaurant’s floor manager and the “heart
and soul” of the restaurant, according to her sister Celeste
Johnson.
First-timers will feel part of the family right away. For starters,
try Coco’s Korean Short Ribs, marinated short ribs with
kimchee and sweet mashed potatoes. And fish-lovers must taste
the Golden Monkey, fantastically tender yellowtail sashimi
served with yuzu ponzu, rayu and a side of seaweed salad.
And also not to be missed on the specialty sashimi menu is the
Tijuana Tataki Sashimi, seared tuna served with a delicious
spicy garlic, serrano chili and cilantro ponzu sauce.
While there’s the expected fresh selection of sushi and sashimi,
don’t miss out on Sushi on the Rock’s specialty rolls. Nothing
tops off a day sunning on the cove then a Coco Roll—coconut
crusted shrimp, cucumber, avocado and sprouts topped with
eel sauce and toasted coconut—or a Sunkist Roll—shrimp
tempura, spicy krab, cucumber and avocado layered with
salmon, green onions and zuperman sauce.
If you’re into sharing, there’s no better choice than The Don,
the restaurant’s most popular specialty roll. Grilled shrimp,
asparagus, krab, avocado, sprouts and cucumber are layered
with seared tuna and served with that amazing spicy garlic and
cilantro ponzu sauce.
If you’re craving something cooked, try the Lobster Mac
N’Cheese or the Blackened Salmon with Ponzu Butter Sauce.
And landlubbers will love the tender Mongolian beef, sautéed
with red chilies and green onions.
Top it all off with a prime selection of sake, such as unfiltered
cold Sayuri or filtered Hakutsuru Superior. The restaurant
encourages lingering—whether it’s enjoying the ocean view
from the patio or celebrating a significant event.
“People like to come here to celebrate special moments,”
Celeste Johnson says. “There’s a lot of competition out there,
so we’re very, very blessed.”
For a completely unique experience, Cassidy recommends
sitting at the bar.
“All our chefs are very talented, and each chef has a unique
flair,” he says. Sitting at different stations at the sushi bar
lends itself to unique experiences, especially when you order
the chef ’s daily selection. Its this variety that has drawn back
customers, year after year.
“Our Customers continue to come back to enjoy artistic
creations in a intimate setting,” Cassidy says. “We continue
to strive daily to give our customers the best of the best.”
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Carlsbad
Argyle Steakhouse
7447 Batiquitos Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 603-6908
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Benihana
755 Raintree Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 929-8311
www.benihana.com
Bistro West
4960 Avenida Encinas
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 930-8008
www.bistrowest.com
Bluefire Grill
2100 Costa Del Mar Rd
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 929-6306
www.dinebluefire.com
At Bluefire Grill in
Carlsbad you can sit
either indoors or on their
outdoor patio amidst the
warm glow of a romantic
fire pit, fountains and
live music.
California Bistro
7100 Four Seasons Point
Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 603-6868
www.fourseasons.com
Twenty/20 Grill & Wine Bar
5480 Grand Pacific Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 827-2500
www.twenty20grill.com
Casa de Bandini
1901 Calle Barcelona
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 634-3443
www.casadebandini.com
Vigilucci’s Cucina Italiana
2943 State St.
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 434-2500
www.vigiluccis.com
King’s Fish House
5625 Paseo Del Norte
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 431-3474
www.kingsfishhouse.com
Vivace
7100 Four Seasons
Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 603-6999
www.vivace-restaurant.com
A distinctive fine dining restaurant
fused with a creative culinary team,
make West Steak and Seafood,
Carlsbad’s most sought after
reservation.
West Steak Seafood and Spirits
4980 Avenida Encinas
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 930-9100
www.weststeakandseafood.com
Legends California Bistro
2100 Costa Del Mar Rd
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(800) 854-5000
www.lacosta.com/dining
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PAON Restaurant and Wine Bar
560 Carlsbad Village Drive #102
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 729-7377
www.paoncarlsbad.com
Barracuda Grill
641 S Coast Hwy
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 230-1464
www.barracudagrillrestaurant.com
Tuscany
6981 El Camino Real
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 929-8112
www.tomasos.com
At Twenty/20 Grill &
Wine Bar in Carlsbad,
the menu features daily
specials made with fresh
organic ingredients
from local farms and
purveyors.
Bentley’s Steak & Chop house
162 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd
Ste C-10
(760) 632-9333
www.bentleyssteak.com
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Kaito Sushi
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Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 634-2746
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Miyabi Japanese Steakhouse
211 S El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 632-0888
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Solace and the Moonlight Lounge
25 East E St
(between Vulcan Ave & Cornish Dr)
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-2433
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Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-9050
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Zenbu Sushi Bar
2003 San Elijo Ave
(between Birmingham Dr & Liverpool Dr)
Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007
(760) 633-2223
www.rimelsrestaurants.com/zenbu/cardiff.com
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traditional California cuisine in a comfortable
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Open for lunch, happy hour and dinner daily.
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Qero restaurant serves up a delightful
menu of Peruvian and South American
entres. The service is well rated and
the menu is filled with a vast variety
of dishes.
Tomiko
87 Encinitas Boulevard
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 633-3587
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Delicias Restaurant
6106 Paseo Delicias
(between La Granada & El Tordo)
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
(858) 756-8000
www.deliciasrestaurant.com
Dolce Pane E Vino
16081 San Dieguito Road
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
(858) 832-1518
www.dolcepaneevino.com
Firenze Trattoria
162 South Rancho Santa Fe Road
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-9000
www.firenzetrattoria.com
Inn Fusion at the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
5951 Linea Del Cielo
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
(858) 756-1131
www.theinnatrsf.com
Mille Fleurs Restaurant
6009 Paseo Delicias
(between Avenida De Acacias & Lina Del Cielo)
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
(858) 756-3085
www.millefleurs.com
Sushi In The Ranch
16089 San Dieguito Rd
Ste H-105
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
(858) 756-7874
www.sushiintheranch.comz
Market
3702 Via de la Vale
Del Mar, CA 92014
(858) 523-0007
www.marketdelmar.com
Enjoy a great dinner with friends and
family at Sushi in the Ranch. WIth a
low noise level and large menu it’s the
perfect location for a private outting.
Pacifica Del Mar
1555 Camino Del Mar
Del Mar, CA 92014
(858) 792-0476
www.pacificadelmar.com
del mar
Addison Restaurant
5200 Grand Del Mar Way
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 314-1900
www.addisondelmar.com
The Beach House
features “Top of the
House”, an exhibition
seafood grill and oyster
bar with live entertainment and a fantastic
happy hour.
Flavor Del Mar
1555 Camino Del Mar
(at Paseos De Las Flores)
Del Mar, CA 92014
(858) 755-3663
www.flavordelmar.com
Sbicca has been a
prominent fixture of
leisure life in Del Mar,
serving traditional
California cuisine alongside a comfortable and
welcoming attitude.
Jake’s Del Mar
1660 Coast Blvd
(at 17th St)
Del Mar, CA 92014
(858) 755-2002
www.jakesdelmar.com
Kitchen 1540
L’Auberge Del Mar
1540 Camino Del Mar
Del Mar, CA 92014
(858) 793-6460
www.kitchen1540.com
Poseidon Restaurant On The Beach
1670 Coast Blvd
(at 17th St)
Del Mar, CA 92014
(858) 755-9345
www.poseidonrestaurant.com
Sbicca
215 15th St
(between Stratford Ct & Camino Del Mar)
Del Mar, CA 92014
(858) 481-1001
www.sbiccabistro.com
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Beach House
2530 S Coast Hwy 101
Cardiff By the Sea, CA 92007
(760) 753-1321
www.thebeachhouse.com
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Chart House
2588 S Coast Hwy 101
Cardiff By the Sea, CA 92007
(760) 436-4044
www.chart-house.com
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437 South Hwy 101
Solana Beach, CA 92075
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514 Via De La Valle
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 792-9090
www.pgrille.com
Parioli Italian Bistro
647 South Highway 101
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 755-2525
www.parioliitalianbistro.com
Red Tracton’s
550 Via De La Valle
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 755-6600
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Art N Soul touches the community through art.
By Laurel Jacobsen
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ablo Picasso once credited art with washing “away from
the soul the dust of everyday life.” And one gallery in
downtown Encinitas has mastered this cleansing ritual,
using the proceeds from art sales to benefit local charities.
Showcasing the distinctive talent of local artisans, Art N Soul
on 101 is a visual treat, housing impressive, yet accessible,
creations. The gallery boasts an eclectic display of one-ofa-kind pieces, including hand-crafted jewelry incorporating
antique watch pieces into pendants, clocks fashioned from
vintage vinyl and whimsical sculptures designed from recycled
materials. Forged with imagination and ingenuity, the pieces
combine aesthetic quality with environmental consciousness
by using reclaimed materials.
Though the art alone is enough to warrant a visit, Art N Soul’s
partnership with the community is equally engaging. In 2007,
co-founders Cindy Blumkin and Paige Perkins declared that
the gallery was not-for-profit. After artists receive commissions
for their work, the remainder of the proceeds is donated to
local charities.
Blumkin and Perkins, who keep the store running along with
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art community and to the charities that benefit from their
efforts. Retirees, high-school students and local artists make up
the volunteer staff that allows Art N Soul to donate proceeds
to local grassroots organizations.
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“In choosing smaller local charities, the amount of money
we donate really has an impact and makes a big difference in
what they are able to accomplish,” Blumkin explains.
Every two years, the gallery rotates the recipients of its
donations. Recent recipients have included Leap to Success,
Conner’s Cause, Angel’s Depot and the North County
Humane Society--all San Diego-based organizations that
represent a wide range of local needs.
For example, the mission of Leap to Success is to “empower
women who have overcome adversity to become leaders in
their lives, families and communities.” Serving women who
have been victims of domestic violence or become homeless
from varying hardships, Leap to Success uses a holistic
approach to provide women the tools and support necessary to
reclaim themselves as vital members of the community.
In contrast, Conner’s Cause was founded 15 years ago in
memory of Conner Champ, a beloved San Diego toddler who
lost his battle with a terminal brain tumor. The purpose of
Conner’s Cause is “to ease the burden for families who have
children with life-threatening illnesses.” The organization
assists with out-of-pocket expenses that can debilitate families
caring for children with terminal illnesses or permanent
injuries.
And Angel’s Depot provides a little-known, but crucial, service
to ensure San Diego’s elderly do not go hungry. Thousands of
In 2007, co-founders Cindy
Blumkin and Paige Perkins declared
that the gallery was not-for-profit.
local seniors live in poverty, and Angel’s Depot supplies many
of them with well-balanced meals. It also acts as a community
outreach program that informs the public of the dire needs of
many seniors who are also “struggling to maintain their dignity
and independence.”
Finally, many services of Ranch Coastal Humane Society
remain unseen. In addition to animal adoptions, the
organization also acts as a safe house for pets that are victims
of domestic violence. It also has special senior adoptions and
hosts Pets for Patriots, which offers adoption discounts to
military personnel and continuing-care discounts with local
veterinarians.
These are just four sectors that have been touched by the
ongoing efforts of Art N Soul, a gallery dedicated to washing
away the dust from the soul of the local community.
Art N Soul hosts quarterly public events introducing the
artists, and presents selected charities with their donations at
the end of the year. For more information on the gallery, visit
artnsoulon101.com.
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for its elegance and creative design, featured a mid-century Roman theme with decor inspired by films from the late 1950s and
early 1960s such as “Roman Holiday” and “La Dolce Vita.”
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Community business leaders, non-profit organization executives, long-time clients,
aircraft owners and other associates gathered at Palomar Airport to celebrate and
congratulate Henry Schubach, president and founder of Schubach Aviation, San Diego’s
private charter company. About 200 guests attended the posh reception. The event was
staged at Schubach Aviation’s 40,000-square-foot hangar, which was transformed into
an elegant space, completed with an elaborate bar station and lounge areas.
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Jean and Gary Shekhter in Rancho Santa Fe. Guests enjoyed
everything from cocktails to Russian-inspired meals and
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education and artistic programs of the La Jolla Music Society.
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Glenn Bourgeois, Katherine Kennedy, Debbie Turner, John Hattox, Kathryn
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abused and neglected children.
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Art Exhibits & Events
San Diego Museum of Art
Lecture: “Behold, America!,” Sept. 4
“The Invention of Glory,” through Sept. 9
“Blue Note After Rivera,” through Sept. 30
“Imagined as the Truth,” through Sept. 23
“The Human Beast,” through Nov. 1
sdmart.org
Space 4 Art
“The New Listeners”: Jesse Sugarmann and Jack Ryan,
Sept. 8 - Oct. 13
space4art.org
Timken Museum of Art
“Object Lessons: Goya’s Self-Portrait with Dr. Arrieta,”
through Sept. 9
timkenmuseum.org
Museum of Photographic Arts
“Three Story House,” through Sept. 30
“The Jazz Loft Project: W. Eugene Smith in NYC,
1957-1965,” through Oct. 7
mopa.org
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
36th Annual Gala: Monte Carlo On Screen, Sept. 18
mcasd.org
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Sept. 18
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Theater & Dance
San Diego Civic Theatre
Mike Epps & Friends, Sept. 8
sandiegotheaters.org
La Jolla Playhouse
“An Illiad,” through Sept. 9
“Glengarry Glen Ross,” Sept. 18 - Oct. 21
lajollaplayhouse.org
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oldglobe.org
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Musical Performances
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay
Jewel, Sept. 7
Chicago, Sept. 11
Tony Bennett, Sept. 23
Alanis Morissette, Sept. 24
Crosby, Stills & Nash, Sept. 29-30
humphreysconcerts.com
San Diego Symphony
Cirque Chinois, Sept. 30
sandiegosymphony.org
Museum of Making Music
Global Spotlight: Jamie Laval, Sept. 8
Vinny Golia, Sept. 15
Concert & Cuisine Benefit Event, Sept. 29
Kalama Brothers, Oct. 5
museumofmakingmusic.org
Sept. 14
Urban Campout 2012:
A Space Odyssey
benefits the Girl Scouts
of San Diego.
Food & Wine
Julian Grape Stomp Festa at Menghani Winery
Sept. 1
julianca.com
California Wine Month
Sept. 1-30
temeculawines.org
San Diego Restaurant Week
Sept. 16-21
sandiegorestaurantweek.com
Festival of Beers
Sept. 21
sdbeerfest.org
Taste of Hope
Sept. 1-30
cityofhope.org
Wine & Canvas
Through Oct. 29
tasteandthirst.com
Sept. 21
At the 18th Annual
Festival of Beers, enjoy a
live music while sampling
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breweries.
Temecula Valley Crush: Wine & Culinary Showcase
Sept. 15
temeculawines.org
Non-Profit Events & Fundraisers
Treasure Chest Fest 2012, Sept. 8
Benefitting: Komen San Diego
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Surf Dog Surf-a-Thon at Del Mar Dog Beach, Sept. 9
Benefiting: Helen Woodward Animal Center
surfdog.kintera.org
Urban Campout 2012: A Space Odyssey, Sept. 14
Benefiting: Girl Scouts San Diego
girlscouts.org
The County Friends’ 57th Annual Art of Fashion
Runway Show, Sept. 20
Benefiting: Multiple Charities
thecountryfriends.org
10th Annual Starry, Starry Night,
Sept. 29
Benefiting: Voices for Children
speakupnow.org
“A Passport to Paris”
Fashion Show, Sept. 29
Benefiting: Bring Me Hope
coutureartisans.com
AIDS Walk San Diego,
Sept. 30
aidswalksd.org
Sept. 30
AIDS Walk San Diego
helps provide muchneeded resources to
HIV/AIDS service
organizations.
Community Interest
Festival of Sail
Through Sept. 3
sdmaritime.org
Del Mar Races
Through Sept. 5
dmtc.com
82nd La Jolla Rough Water Swim
Sept. 9
ljrws.com
Bayfair
Sept. 14-16
sandiegobayfair.org
Coastal Cleanup Day
Sept. 15
coastal.ca.gov
4th Annual CLASSY Awards
Sept. 22
stayclassy.org
San Diego Film Festival
Sept. 26-30
sdff.org
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