REGION: North County libraries see surge at summer reading programs Aug 3, 2008
Gina Herrera and her son, Derrick, 6, read together at the Escondido Public Library on Thursday. (Photo by Waldo Nilo - staff photographer). (North County Times)
REGION: Blazing heat forecast through Saturday Jun 20, 2008
At the main branch of the Escondido Public Library on South Kalmia Street, people of all ages flocked in as soon as the doors opened at 10 a.m., city Librarian Laura Mitchell said. "We had way more people than we usually do; they were definitely coming in to beat the heat," Mitchell said. (North County Times)
Vibrant Downtown Medical Village At Risk Feb 1, 2008
" LOL. To Spectator wrote on Jan 31, 2008 12:10 PM:You should not need to wait until March. Hopefully the City and PPH will take the advice of the authors and have a joint public workshop. The authors would not miss speaking at that meeting. Besides, the authors have spoken many times in public on this issue. The video is available on the City's web site. Too bad PPH does not post or even record video of its meetings. The dates the authors have spoken can be found by scanning the meeting minutes... (North County Times)
Escondido, San Marcos, Rancho Bernardo Community News Briefs Jan 29, 2008
ESCONDIDO - The ARC Trio will perform a jazz concert at 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Escondido Public Library's First Thursday Concert ... The Escondido Public Library is at 239 S. Kalmia St. The free concert series is sponsored by the Friends of the Escondido Public Library ... ESCONDIDO - The Escondido Public Library invites readers to the next 2nd Tuesday Book Club meeting at 7 p.m. Feb. 12 in the Turrentine Room at the library, 239 S. Kalmia St.. (North County Times)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Plans gearing up for dog walk Jan 22, 2008
ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Public Library offers preschool and family activities at its main library, 239 S. Kalmia St., and the East Valley Branch, 2245 E. Valley Parkway. Toddler Tales Storytime for ages 1 and 2, with an adult, is held from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. Tuesdays at the main library and 11:30 a.m. to noon Wednesdays at the branch library. (North County Times)
Community news briefs: Thai cooking course offered Jan 18, 2008
ESCONDIDO ---- Kim Bayliss will talk about the Taos Massacre at 7 p.m. Jan. 22 at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St. Monthly history discussions are hosted by the San Pasqual Battlefield Volunteer Association ... ESCONDIDO ---- The Bracken School of Irish Dance will perform from 2 to 3 p.m. Jan. 26 in the Grove Room at the Escondido Public Library's East Valley Branch in the East Valley Community Center, 2245 E. Valley Parkway ... The free event is sponsored by the Friends of the... (North County Times)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Mariachi Concert and dinner upcoming Jan 8, 2008
ESCONDIDO -- The Friends of the Escondido Public Library will hold a huge book sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 18 and 19 at the library, 239 S. Kalmia St.. Members of the Friends are invited to a preview sale from 5 to 9 p.m. Jan. 17. (North County Times)
Escondido/San Marcos/Poway Community News briefs for Friday, Dec. 28 Dec 28, 2007
Following the film, there will be a group discussion moderated by Richard M. Dell'Orfano, who moderated film discussions at the Escondido Public Library for three years ... ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Public Library invites readers to the next 2nd Tuesday Book Club meeting at 7 p.m. Jan. 8 in the Turrentine Room at the library, 239 S. Kalmia St.. (North County Times)
North County Commmunity News: Event sponsorships still needed Dec 25, 2007
ESCONDIDO ---- Concert pianist Scott Pratt will perform a classical concert in his annual "Music to Welcome the New Year" program at 7 p.m. Jan. 3 at the Escondido Public Library's First Thursday Concert ... The Escondido Public Library is at 239 S. Kalmia St. The free concert series is sponsored by the Friends of the Escondido Public Library. (North County Times)
Ways you can still help for the holidays Dec 16, 2007
Food for fines: The Escondido Public Library is accepting food donations in lieu of library overdue fines through Saturday. Proceeds will benefit Interfaith Community Services. (North County Times)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Adopt a family for the holidays Dec 11, 2007
ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Public Library has launched a quick and easy way to look up and sign up for library programs and events from a home computer. This convenient, up-to-date information is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at the library's Web site. (North County Times)
Local book events Nov 11, 2007
At Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St., Escondido, (760) 839-4683. John Dean will sign and discuss "Broken Government: How Republican Rule Destroyed the Legislative, Executive and Judicial Branches" at 7 p.m. Thursday. (North County Times)
North San Diego Community News Briefs: Horticultural Society to host 'Plant Nerd Night' Nov 8, 2007
The workshop includes: Becker's original "cut raw-edge applique techniques using invisible thread. She also will discusse free-motion machine embroidery, quilting and border selection.The workshop costs 35, plus a kit for 25. To register, contact Karen Miller at (858) 485-1596.Crisis intervention training session setESCONDIDO -- The Center for Community Solutions is planning a 60-hour Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention training program for volunteer victim advocates and... (North County Times)
Inland Community News Briefs: Free eco-friendly car washes planned Oct 23, 2007
Following the film, there will be a group discussion moderated by Richard M. Dell'Orfano, who moderated film discussions at the Escondido Public Library for three years. At its First Saturday Movie Nights, the library shows dramatic films chosen for their moral dilemma or socially controversial issues that will stimulate thought and consideration. (North County Times)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Sons of American Revolution to meet Oct 16, 2007
ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Mobile-Manufactured Homeowner Positive Action Committee, or EMPAC, will host a celebration featuring live entertainment and refreshments at 7 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St. Information: (760) 746-7366. Artists sought for 'Everyday Heroes' show. (North County Times)
North San Diego County Times Community News Briefs: Hand In Hand Schools presentation set Oct 9, 2007
ESCONDIDO -- Jim Newcom will talk about California railroads at 7 p.m. Oct. 16 at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St. Monthly history discussions are hosted by the San Pasqual Battlefield Volunteer Association ... ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Genealogical Society will host a free two-part workshop for beginners from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 19 and 26 at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St. Class size is limited; preregistration is required. (North County Times)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Poetry reading, workshop set Oct 2, 2007
ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Public Library invites readers to the next 2nd Tuesday Book Club meeting at 7 p.m. Oct. 9 in the Turrentine Room at the library, 239 S. Kalmia St.. This month's selection is "Wonder Boys" by Michael Chabon. (North County Times)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Constitution seminar offered Sept. 28 Sep 27, 2007
ESCONDIDO -- The Friends of the Escondido Public Library will hold its annual member meeting from 6 to 8:30 p.m. today in the Turrentine Room at the downtown library, 239 S. Kalmia St.. Entertainment by guest speaker Irv Erdos, humorist and North County Times columnist, will follow a brief a business meeting to elect the 2008 Friends board of directors. (North County Times)
One-time screen idol Farley Granger tells of bisexual past in new memoir Sep 18, 2007
At Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia, Escondido, (760) 839-4684. Farley Granger will sign and discuss "Include Me Out: My Life From Goldwyn to Broadway" at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. (North County Times)
North San Diego County Times Community News Briefs: OGHS Alumni Barbecue set for Sept. 21 Sep 18, 2007
ESCONDIDO -- The Escondido Democratic Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 22 in the Turrentine Room at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St.. Staci Beavers, political science professor at Cal State San Marcos, will discuss "Abusive Views of Presidential Power, Past and Present.". (North County Times)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Encouragement Center serves free meal Sep 14, 2007
ESCONDIDO -- Dave Winfield, former San Diego Padres player and Baseball Hall of Famer, will discuss and sign his new book, "Dropping the Ball: Baseball's Troubles and How We Can and Must Solve Them," at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St. Admission is free; however, tickets are required. Free tickets are available at the library's customer service desk. (North County Times)
Mount Everest climber speaks at Daley Ranch Sep 9, 2007
An audience watches a two-hour slide show narrated by Bill Burke, 65, about his March 2007 Mount Everest climb at the Escondido Public Library on Saturday ... ESCONDIDO ---- More than 50 people gathered at the Escondido Public Library on Saturday to listen as 65-year-old Bill Burke presented a slide show about his climb of Mount Everest. (North County Times)
Merriam Mountains impact report out Sep 7, 2007
Copies are available at the county Department of Planning and Land Use, 5201 Ruffin Road, Suite B in San Diego, at the San Marcos Library, 2 Civic Center Drive and the Escondido Public Library at 239 S. Kalmia St.. -- Contact staff writer Quinn Eastman at (760) 740-5412 or. (North County Times)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Support group for military officers Sep 4, 2007
ESCONDIDO -- Actor Farley Granger will discuss and sign his new book, "Include Me Out: My Life From Goldwyn to Broadway," at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia. Before the lecture, there will be a free screening of one of Granger's most famous films, Alfred Hitchcock's "Stranger on the Train," beginning at 6 p.m.. (North County Times)
North San Diego County Community New Briefs: Grandmothers Club to host fashion show Aug 28, 2007
ESCONDIDO -- Escondido Public Library's First Thursday Concert series will feature the Nice Jazz Band at 7 p.m. Sept. 6 in the library's Turrentine Room, 239 S. Kalmia St. ... The free concert is made possible by the Friends of the Escondido Public Library. (North County Times)
North County agencies explore anti-gang efforts Aug 15, 2007
Josephine Jones, head of literacy services for the Escondido Public Library, said she wants to make sure some focus is placed on the needs of her community, regardless of the strategy the larger group takes. "I don't want to sit while you do one area, and I'm seeing families that I need to help right now," she said. (North County Times)
Rock concert, children's events to end summer reading program Aug 8, 2007
The Escondido Public Library's teen summer reading program is coming to a close with a special concert on Friday ... ESCONDIDO -- Rock music and reading may not seem to have a lot in common, but Escondido Public Library officials say they have found that one can be a great reward for doing the other ... Here are the events for teens and children taking place this week at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St.. (North County Times)
Police chief to discuss immigration enforcement Jul 27, 2007
Maher will speak at 10:30 a.m. in the Turrentine Room of the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St. The event is free and open to the public. Previous Story. (North County Times)
Escondido library waiving fines for food Jul 7, 2007
Circulation assistant Mary Brunner helps Susan Clark of Escondido check out books from the Escondido public library Thursday ... ESCONDIDO ---- Overdue library books don't have to mean paying a late fine this month at the Escondido Public Library. (North County Times)
Playhouse puts on old-fashioned song and dance show Jul 1, 2007
Escondido residents Hayley Juneceki, 16, left, Chantillie Cabrera, 17, and her sister Giovana Cabrera, 15, during a Salute to the Andrews Sisters" at the Escondido Public Library on Saturday. WALDO NILO Staff Photographer Escondido residents Hayley Juneceki , 16, Chantillie Cabrera, 17, and her sister Giovana Cabrera, 15, and Justin Merril, 13, and Marshall Davis, 12, dance during a Salute to the Andrews Sisters" at the Escondido Public Library on Saturday ... ESCONDIDO ---- Approximately 350... (North County Times)
Bilingual book club teaches literature, language Jun 28, 2007
ESCONDIDO -- The nine members of the Rincon Literario, or literary corner, book club who gathered Monday at the Escondido public library had mixed reactions to a historical novel they had read about the only woman to accompany the Spanish conquistadors to the New World ... "Rincon Literario now is reading "Bless Me Ultima," by Rudolfo Anaya. The book club will next meet July 30 at 7 p.m. at the library, 239 S. Kalmia St.-- Contact staff writer Paul Eakins at (760) 740-5420 or . Comment at... (North County Times)
Escondido council to weigh project's parking issues Jun 19, 2007
3 million to refurbish the downtown Escondido Public Library. The meetings are broadcast live on Cox Communications Channel 19 and can be viewed live at www. (North County Times)
Escondido council to consider $106.1 million budget Jun 9, 2007
27 million for renovations to the Escondido Public Library at 239 S. Kalmia St.. - 765,000 for the city's Appearance and Compliance Team, which is composed of multiple city departments that work together to enforce city health and safety codes, clean up graffiti and take other action to improve the city's appearance. (North County Times)
Escondido literacy program helps people reach goals Jun 4, 2007
ESCONDIDO -- When Araceli Capilla began taking literacy classes at Escondido Public Library, her goal was to improve the English she had learned in order to become a U.S. citizen after moving here from Mexico. But three years later, Capilla, 45, has been inspired to go beyond simply speaking better. (North County Times)
Nine people, organizations honored with 'People's Choice' Awards Jun 4, 2007
- Escondido Public Library, which offers numerous activities, programs and services for the community. - 150 Grand Cafe, for offering quality service to downtown diners. (North County Times)
Library resounds with Andean music Apr 6, 2007
ESCONDIDO -- The musical sounds of the Andes Mountains filled the air Thursday evening at the Escondido Public Library during its monthly First Thursday concert. The San Diego-based band Wayra's, whose name comes from the word for wind in the Incan Quechua language, played wooden flutes, drums, guitars and other instruments for a packed room of about 170 people. (North County Times)
Daley Ranch photo contest set Apr 3, 2007
Instructions and entry forms can be picked up at the entrance to Daley Ranch at the north end of La Honda Drive, Calumet Photography, Escondido Public Library and the Dixon Lake Ranger Station. The city's Web site, , also has downloadable forms. (North County Times)
Rescue group seeks Escondido animal lovers Mar 18, 2007
"We get the most calls between March and July, when nestlings fall from their nests," Escondido resident Fred Bowen said Saturday afternoon at a volunteer orientation meeting at the Escondido Public Library ... "The next orientation meeting, which lasts about an hour, is scheduled at the Escondido Public Library at 2 p.m. April 21. Those interested may contact Wildlife Assist at (619) 921-6044, by e-mail at , or visit their Web site at: www.wildlifeassist.org.Contact staff writer Ruth Marvin... (North County Times)
View the story Jan 17, 2007
A man fixing himself a yogurt snack in front of the Escondido Public Library proclaimed his independence from local social service agencies' requirements. "I don't need their soup kitchen," said Gary, who preferred not to give his last name. (North County Times)
Best-selling British author Barbara Taylor Bradford comes to Escondido Jan 7, 2007
Barbara Taylor Bradford will discuss her new book, 'The Ravenscar Dynasty,' at 7 p.m. Friday at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St., Escondido ... Barbara Taylor Bradford will discuss her new book, 'The Ravenscar Dynasty,' at 7 p.m. Friday at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St., Escondido ... Barbara Taylor Bradford will present a discussion/book signing for her new book, "The Ravenscar Dynasty," at 7 p.m. Friday at the Escondido Public Library, 239 S. Kalmia St.,... (North County Times)
Chandler delights fans with Padres stories Jan 7, 2007
Longtime Padres announcer Bob Chandler talked and read from his new book "Bob Chandler's Tales from the San Diego Padres" during a book signing at the Escondido Public Library ... He delighted a crowd of more than 30 fans Saturday afternoon at the Escondido Public Library, telling light-hearted, humorous stories from his new book, "Bob Chandler's Tales From the San Diego Padres," about the players, managers and owners he met and befriended over the years. (North County Times)
