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In line with our travel issue, enjoy
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26LADIES juStIcE
The legal minds behind INC. Legal
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Now one of the world’s most sought after destinations, Vietnam is moving
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laDies of JustiCe | luxury | lifestyle | living
An imposing lady stands in front of most judicial buildings. She is not security. She is not a bailiff. She is an icon of fairness and judgment. In her right hand, she holds a suspended set
of scales symbolizing truth and fairness, upon which she measures and
balances the strengths of a case’s support and opposition. In her left
hand, she wields a double-edged sword, symbolizing reason and justice.
They call her Lady Justice. This icon may date back to ancient Egypt,
however one can’t help but conjure it up when talking to Debra Lewis
and Sara Compton, the business attorneys behind INC. Legal, APC.
The mother-daughter team is proud of its partnership, which helps
them foster long-term professional relationships.
Lewis is a 30-year veteran of small business law, which includes
litigation, contracts, trade secrets, start-ups, landlord and tenant
services, employment, buy and sell agreements, shareholder disputes
and real estate. She served as the mayor of Rancho Santa Margarita
in 2000 and in the kitchen cabinet of Orange County Supervisor Tom
Wilson.
Lewis’ daughter, Compton is a graduate of UCSD and University of
San Diego Law. She is a certified mediator and has actively served on
several jury trials, including serving as second chairperson and assisting
in jury trial. Her mediating skill has been successful in resolving disputes
without the necessity of going to trial.
An added benefit of having the two women combine their
understanding of how legal requirements intersect with business
practicality and reality is that a client gets billed for only one attorney. It
is this caring quality which differentiates them from just being attorneys,
to also serving as invaluable business and legal advisors.
The chief tenet in their philosophy is to operate with a preventative
strategy to avoid potential expensive courtroom battles. But both are
fearless champions of truth and fairness, and have the strength to
brandish the sword of reason and justice if need be. It’s no chance that
the symbol of their logo is a knight chess piece, representing strategy
and strength.
Lewis and Compton recently sat down with FINE to discuss their
success and philosophies on small businesses.
FINE: What is the success rate of your mediations versus going
to trial?
INC: Success in a lawsuit depends heavily on legal strategy. We
school our clients early on in the process. As anyone knows, it can be
an emotional roller coaster. Managing expectations is key, along with
Ladies of Justicethe legal minds behind inC. legal discuss winning strategies.
By Jeannie ferris | Photos courtesy of richard nesdale
Contact info: inC. legal, aPC701 Palomar airport rd., suite 300, Carlsbad 760-931-4742 | inclegalattorneys.com
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honestly assessing how each piece of newly acquired information
impacts a client’s position, for better or worse. Therefore, the strategy
is to be in the strongest position possible to win at trial, which in turn
allows the greatest potential for a good settlement before trial.
Lewis: In the overwhelming majority of cases, in my 30 plus years
of doing this, I am able to avoid trial and settle the case on terms
satisfactory to the clients.
FINE: How do you stay current with new legislation between
Orange County and San Diego?
Lewis: We are active in the business community [and] we regularly
meet with business owners and other professionals that service
the business community. I am co-editor of the North County Bar
Association’s (San Diego) monthly publication, which gives me access
to authors writing about legal topics and new development. Both
Sara and I have authored articles for the magazine. We [also] attend
continuing legal education classes to keep current on the law that
impacts our clients. We read numerous publications [and] maybe most
importantly, we listen to our clients.
FINE: Do you find San Diego to be more prevalent in one
practice area than Orange County and vice versa?
INC: Many of our Orange County clients are in the construction
industry. They range from design professionals to trades people such
as civil engineers, flooring, window coverings and tile contractors. San
Diego has a very prominent technology community. But both counties
have a strong entrepreneurial base or privately held corporations or
limited liability entities, many still run by original owners. This is the
type of business we service.
FINE: With heavy taxations and liabilities in California, have
you seen a decline in small business startups?
INC: On the contrary. The past few years have seen people laid off
from jobs starting new businesses. People who may never have had
the courage or resources to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams have
been forced to do so by the economy. New businesses and growing
businesses need good legal advice from the beginning. Too often, we
have to help the do-it-yourself client clean up a mess because they did
not appreciate the longer-term ramifications of legal decisions early
on. We meet too many people who started up corporations or LLCs
through an Internet site, and have no clue why they chose the entity
they chose, and more importantly, what they need to be doing on
a day-to-day basis to make sure the corporation or LLC is there to
protect them in a lawsuit or against creditor demands. Or they have
incorporated in another state only to find that they didn’t avoid the
California taxes or liabilities, but rather now have exposure in two
states. Too many times, we have seen business owners who have surfed
the web, used a contract and found that it didn’t protect them as they
expected.
FINE: What are the top three important considerations for a
small business startup, and how would your firm differ from
others in expertise?
INC: From a legal perspective, we would say: Have a good business
plan. [A lot of businesses] fail because someone is turning a hobby
into a business without any idea of what it takes to make a success
of it. [Such as,] what is my product or service? Who are my target
customers? Do I have enough or do I need investors?
Once you decide the business idea is viable, have a clear
understanding of why you are taking a specific action, which may have
legal ramifications. For example, why am I incorporating vs. choosing
an LLC?
Get a good legal advisor early. Staying out of trouble is so much
easier and cheaper in the long run than cleaning up a mess. Looking
for anyone, [whether] a lawyer, a dentist, or a doctor in crisis is not the
best decision.[continued on page 28]
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FINE: How do you handle (if any) prejudices from male clients
or contemporaries?
Lewis: When I started practicing in the early 1980s, it was common for
me to be the only woman in the room. At one deposition I was taking,
before I could ask the first question, the male deponent threatened
me, jumping up with a lit cigar in his mouth just inches from my face
and shouted, “Don’t think because you’re a woman, I won’t hit you!”
He thought he could bully me because I am a woman. He did not
know I had a green belt in karate, and that I had been training with
my husband and two daughters—Sara being one of them. I grabbed
the cigar from his mouth, threw it in the garbage and got into a karate
stance. “Go ahead. Throw the first punch, but I’m throwing the last
punch!” I will never forget the look of shock on his face. He sat down
and the deposition went forward without any interruptions.
Now I’d say almost half the lawyers are women; it is so much different.
We still run into that kind of prejudice from time to time. We handle
it by being extremely knowledgeable and confident in our positions.
When an opposing party can see that we are serious professionals and
not just blustering, that is usually sufficient.
FINE: Which charity organization does INC. Legal stand
behind?
Compton: We are huge supporters of the military, and in particular,
the Marines. My husband is gunnery sergeant in the Marines and
stationed at Pendleton. We understand firsthand the extreme financial
and personal sacrifices military families make to protect the rest of us. We
also help former Marines in their new business ventures.
Another cause we support is Amniotic Fluid Embolism (AFE). This is
a rare and deadly condition and the second leading cause of maternal
death in the U.S. We give our legal services to the AFE foundation.
FINE: What inspires you every day?
Lewis: How lucky I am to have a great family that I love and that
loves me. To have a daughter that actually wants to practice with me.
My four grandkids that I love to pieces and my husband [of 41 years],
Steve. Not many people have all that and live in this great California
climate.
Compton: Helping people find solutions to legal problems. I am
inspired to be a role model to my two daughters. I want my daughters
to be strong, independent and self-sufficient. I want them to see that
education and hard work are what will allow them to be productive and
give them the freedom to choose a career path that is fulfilling. I also
want them to see that a woman can achieve balance between having
a fulfilling successful career and a great family life. Additionally, since
their father is a career Marine, he is gone for months at a time. While
he is gone, they inspire me to stay strong. I want to show them that even
though daddy is not with us for a while, he is still in our hearts and he
loves us and even while he is away, we are still a family.
FINE: How did you come to choose the knight (chess piece) in
your logo?
Lewis: Through brainstorming with Sara. She thought of the name,
“INC. Legal.” We wanted our name to say who we are at a glance.
We [also] wanted a logo that evoked the image of strength and being
strategic, since that is how we practice. We thought about the queen,
but we did not want to confine our image to strictly female. The chess
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BeyonD tHe Horizon | luxury | lifestyle | living
Vietnam. Southeast Asia. Ho Chi Minh. These words tend to stir conflicting images for
a generation who witnessed the world
change, as soldiers were sent into the
jungle over night. Today they represent
both history and the unknown—an exotic
Communist nation in the midst of a
postmodern globalized world.
But often it is from the ashes that new life
arises—a new destination to explore and
discover. Vietnam still lives in the shadows
of Western society, but just beyond the
horizon, a new day comes and Vietnam
is looking brighter than ever. More than
2,000 miles of coastline boarding the South
China Sea harken international travelers
to experience tropical beaches, incredible
World Heritage Sites and stunning
biodiversity. And while the country’s
natural grandeur appeals to those souls who
seek adventure and wisdom, its surprising
metropolises are equally breathtaking—as
this ancient culture attempts to balance a
profoundly difficult history with modern
Western luxuries, technology and culture.
Vietnam is one of only a handful of
Communist countries remaining in the
world. Long since divided by ideology,
the country now enjoys solidarity
geographically and politically, proving it
a safer and easier travel destination. The
size of this country is best represented
by the various cities, local people and
activities that highlight various points
of historical and modern interest. It’s a
destination that has worked effortlessly
to attain status beyond assumptions that
linger from decades passed. Traveling here
is an exploration of food, culture, and
international shopping, as well as a test of
personal discovery, as adventure seekers
dive into the unknown and unexpected.
Formerly known as Saigon, Ho Chi
Minh City is the contemporary heartbeat
of Vietnam. This metropolitan area is
home to more than nine million people
with many luxurious accommodations to
take visitors from the intense city hustle to
pleasant and calming comfort. The Rex
in District 1 is an updated hotel famous
for entertaining American officers and
war correspondents in the 1960s and 70s.
Limousine services, a private gym and staff
babysitters are just a few of the unexpected
luxuries afforded to guests at this historical
hotel. The Park Hyatt Saigon effortlessly
balances familiar comfort and exotic pull.
From elegant stateroom windows, the busy
streets below look strangely peaceful as
hundreds of motorbikes, pedestrians and
small vehicles make their ways in collected
chaos. The Hyatt staff is fluent in English
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and ready to assist in planning a day’s
adventure to various exciting destinations
throughout the city.
Some of the country’s best historical
points of interest, including the Saigon
Zoo and Botanical Gardens, can be
enjoyed within this city. One of Ho Chi
Minh City’s most notable crossings—Ben
Thanh Market—is prized by locals and
tourists alike. Just about anything can be
purchased from within several adjoining
buildings, from silk blouses and souvenirs,
to steaming bowls of pho and incredibly
refreshing Chè—a mixture of exotic
cut fruits, molasses, coconut milk and
shaved ice. This market is a great place to
experience the lifeblood of the economy
and the hustle of cultural intersections, as
people from all over the world come here
to shop incredible bargains.
The Diamond Plaza, also located in
District 1, is home to several high-end
luxury boutiques that cater to tourists with
discerning taste. Completed in 1999, this
multi-level shopping mall also includes
a cinema, several cafes and restaurants,
office suites, and apartments. This
beautiful architectural jewel foreshadows
the budding industrial future of the city
and the country’s desire to accommodate
Westernization.
The intense sound of transportation that
fills this busy metropolis is silenced moving
up the coast. For travelers that seek both
privacy and opulent accommodations,
there is no substitute for Da Nang.
Centrally located, Da Nang is famous for its
international port and pivotal role during
the Vietnam War. The city is quiet and
slow—almost still compared to Vietnam’s
major cities. The sand that stretches across
these beaches is fine and white, the ocean
breeze cool and fragrant—and the people
and hospitality reflect this lifestyle.
Vietnam takes an incredible leap toward
resort and luxury lifestyle in Da Nang,
which draws people in from all over the
world. The tropical climate and unspoiled
stretches of sand have been recognized the
world, and some of the best hotels and
resorts in Asia are here.
Guests will feel completely at peace at
the Furama Resort in Da Nang, a luxury
resort that surprises travelers with beautiful
suites, beachfront views, five-star dining,
spa services, and several lagoons and pools
for lounging. But the pool is the last place
to be in Da Nang. The pristine beaches
and turquoise waters are best viewed from
shady cabanas situated in the sand. During
the day, the beach is only sprinkled with a
few people, as locals don’t typically enjoy
the waves until the sun begins to set—
making these secluded beaches the perfect
place to quietly rejuvenate under the sun.
Redefining luxury at a new Da Nang
hotel is the Da Nang Sun Peninsula Resort,
an InterContinental hotel with absolutely
every amenity one could imagine while
on vacation. This palatial escape includes
a library, game room, complete business
center, health spa, limousine services and
more. An English-friendly and hospitable
staff meticulously prepares every detail for
guests in this Vietnamese paradise.
In Da Nang, a savory menu of fresh
seafood is available almost year round.
From simple fish to more adventurous
crustaceans, travelers to the city by the sea
simply can’t miss the bounty lining most of
the main streets, calling customers in with
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huge tanks of live seafood—some almost
escaping these aquariums to make it back
to sea. And seafood isn’t just on the menu.
Here, most restaurants enjoy oceanfront
views as well. For a comfortable dining
experience and incredible ocean view, dine
at The Blue Whale Restaurant, known for
its modern and updated interior, complex
wine list, abundant seafood selection and
helpful Western accommodations.
Once recharged in Da Nang, Vietnam
has more adventure to offer in the north,
where the county’s culture is far more
traditional and exotic to Western explorers.
Once occupied by the French and once
the capital of French Indochina, Hanoi
is the capital of Vietnam and the second
largest city. This northern metropolis
is wildly different than Ho Chi Minh.
The urban areas surrounding the Red
River are architecturally inspired by the
French occupation and known commonly
as the French Quarter or Old Quarter.
Here, travelers can take in the collision
of European and Asian style, along with
traditional histories at several museums
including The National Museum of
Vietnamese History, The Vietnamese
Museum of Fine Arts and several Ho
Chi Minh exhibitions. Hanoi is far less
cosmopolitan than the south, as a strong
division of political ideology is present
despite the unification of this country, and
the people who live here tend to struggle
marrying the new world with the old.
From Hanoi, just a few hours east,
travelers prepare to behold one of the most
beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Sites
on the planet—Ha Long Bay. Northwest of
the Golf of Tonkin, the bay is dotted with
monolithic islands covered in lush jungle.
Many of these islands are hollow and reveal
stunning cave interiors and natural grottos
that transform the surrounding world into
a playful fantasy. The legend of this bay
claims that gods sent dragons to protect the
Vietnamese people from foreign invaders.
The dragons spat out jade and jewels that
took shape as the islands that blocked the
invaders and now make up the bay.
The stories of these island formations
may be lost to antiquity but touring these
breathtaking seascapes is more luxurious
than ever before. Aboard handcrafted
wood boats called junks, guests can watch
the panoramic views slowly change with
the tide—sailing through a maze of sea
and jungle. Enjoy fine wine and dining,
luxurious suites and several water activities
like snorkeling and kayaking, aboard
one of several fleets that tour regularly
throughout the year. These intimate and
romantic cruises provide a unique glimpse
of the natural beauty while affording a
unique slice of luxury on the open China
Sea.
Those who commit to make this journey
will return changed—by the people, the
common experience of the human spirit,
and the understanding that the world is a
much bigger and more diverse place than
one could simply ever imagine, even when
enjoying luxury abroad. For many, Vietnam
is the Far East of imagination, and perhaps
traveling to this destination will fill a much
needed reality—that Vietnam is evolving,
changing, becoming a place that people
can experience with eyes wide open, as
the sun sets on the eastern shoreline, just
beyond the horizon.
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olivenHain legaCy | luxury | lifestyle | living
For more than three decades, the Ramage family name has been synonymous with the development
of Olivenhain real estate. Ray and Phyllis
Ramage built one of the first homes on
Dove Hollow Road in the mid 1970s, a
time when Olivenhain real estate had yet
to blossom. When Phyllis Ramage first
went to work for Coldwell Banker—the
proverbial new kid on the block—she knew
exactly which territory would best suit
her ambitious career: Olivenhain. While
no other agent wanted to sell homes in
what many considered “the sticks,” Phyllis
Ramage gladly took the opportunity to
market where she lived, quickly building the
reputation as the monarch of Olivenhain
real estate.
“I knew Olivenhain had a similar potential
for growth as Rancho Santa Fe did,” she
said. And when no other real estate agent
shared her vision, Phyllis Ramage accepted
a wide open market in which to develop. “I
can remember selling my first house over
$1 million,” she recalled. “I knew at that
point my vision for Olivenhain was coming
to fruition.”
In 1989, Phyllis’ son, Lee Ramage
came into the business after a career as
a professional motocross racer and San
Diego police officer. “I became a police
officer because I needed to work at a job
that was dangerous after retiring from
motocross racing,” Lee Ramage quipped.
“I just knew I wouldn’t be happy unless the
hair on the back of my neck stood on end
at least a few times a week.”
His propensity for danger was curbed
greatly after he married his wife of 25
years, Tammi, in 1988. “It was time to
stop thinking of myself, and start to think
about raising a family,” he explained. “Law
enforcement is not an ideal job for a family
man.”
Naturally Lee Ramage approached his
mother to ask for a partnership, which she
enthusiastically accepted. However, there
was one stipulation: He would have to
expand the business, and the only method
Phyllis Ramage would accept left her son
knocking on the doors in Olivenhain and
getting to know the neighborhood. After a
few years of prospecting door to door, Lee
Ramage was able to more than double the
family business. Today, no other agent has
sold more property in Olivenhain than the
mother-and-son duo.
Olivenhain Legacyno agent is better equipped to sell in olivenhain than the ramage real estate group.
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“I truly believe my training as a
professional athlete equipped me to
represent our clientele in a way no other
agent can,” Lee Ramage said. “I’m
competitive—when my negotiations result
in the sale of a client’s home, I feel like I
did when I won a professional motocross
race.”
His mother proudly agrees: “Lee is
just incredibly driven and that translates
into something valuable for Olivenhain
homeowners.”
Lee Ramage is confident when he says
he and his mother can get more money
for an Olivenhain home than any other
agent. “We have so much more to offer a
homeowner that wants to sell their home,
including the only real estate office in the
heart of Olivenhain,” he said. “Every
prospective home-buyer will drive by our
office at some point.”
This exclusivity provides their clients
several distinct advantages. Clients can
rest assured knowing that their property
will have prime visibility, thanks to their
Olivenhain central office location. Lee
and Phyllis also offer complex brochures,
available in boxes on the side of their
office building, as well as innovative video
productions. These video productions
include high-definition home tours that
offer perspective home buyers the ability to
tour a Ramage listing 24 hours a day, seven
days a week, anywhere in the world. These
video tours link to QR codes featured in
print advertising, brochures and for sale
signs, giving prospective homebuyers the
opportunity to view a video of a client’s
home on their cell phone or tablet. These
videos provide the Ramages’ listings with
international exposure thanks to the
internet.
“We are also consummate salespeople,”
Lee Ramage added. “We don’t send
our assistants to open our listings for a
prospective home buyer like most other
agents. We show up to sell the home and
the neighborhood. It takes knowledge
and the ability to sell to get top dollar for
an Olivenhain home. Homeowners that
choose other agents to sell their homes
don’t know what they’re missing.”
Recently, the Ramages became part
owners in the real estate company, FINE
Homes Real Estate,. a combination of
luxury real estate and an extension of
FINE Magazine, which distributes 30,000
magazines monthly to affluent communities
throughout San Diego County and into
Orange and Los Angeles counties.
The Ramages are native to San Diego.
Ray Ramage graduated from La Jolla High
School and is the acting broker of FINE
Homes Real Estate, as well as an associate
pastor at Horizon Christian Fellowship in
Fairbanks Ranch and the right-hand man
for Pastor Bob Botsford. Phyllis Ramage
graduated from San Diego High School
and was Miss San Diego in 1955, Miss
Majorette of America and in the half-time
show for the San Diego Chargers in the
1960s.
Their son Lee Ramage graduated from
Torrey Pines High School and was the
number one ranked 500cc professional
motocross racer in the State of California
in 1981, until an injury ended his career.
He and his wife have three children, the
oldest, Robert, of whom is just starting in
the family real estate business.
If you’re considering selling your home,
contact The Ramage Real Estate Group to
hear more about the advantages of listing
a property with a family that has left its
legacy in Olivenhain. Call 760-518-9646
or visit ramagegroup.com.
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Surrounded by the majestic Santa Rosa Mountains and offering year-round sunshine, it’s no surprise that
La Quinta has been named the “Gem of
the Desert.” For decades, visitors have been
drawn to this California city to experience
the best in leisure and luxury. And this gem
does not disappoint.
Long hailed as an exclusive resort
getaway, La Quinta hosts some of the top
golf courses in all of the desert, as well as
dining, shopping in the quaint village area,
biking along the Bear Creek Trail, and
hiking in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto
mountains.
The most prominent feature of this area
is the mountain ranges. First populated
by the Cahuilla people—one of a few
Native American tribes that dug wells—
the San Jacinto Mountains are known for
their natural beauty. The “Palm Springs”
segment of “Soarin’ over California”—
Disney’s famous simulator tour of the
state—was actually shot at the famous
PGA WEST golf complex in La Quinta,
with the Santa Rosa Mountains clearly
visible.
Thanks to its surrounding natural beauty
and plethora of amenities, the city enjoys a
healthy tourism industry, especially during
the cooler months when the snowbird
tourists arrive. A “golf mecca” in both
the summer and winter, La Quinta boasts
more than 20 golf courses, including
PGA WEST, which hosts the Humana
Challenge (formerly the Bob Hope Desert
Classic) each January. The city’s public
SilverRock resort owns the Arnold Palmer
Classic Course, and La Quinta Resort &
Club has six courses open to its guests.
And golf is not the only draw to the La
Quinta Resort and Club. In 1926, Walter
Morgan built it as a secluded hideaway
for nearby Hollywood’s celebrities and
socialites. Blessed with the natural beauty
of the mountains and the desert, it began
as a private retreat for such Hollywood
legends as Greta Garbo and Clark Gable.
Today, La Quinta has grown into a retail,
restaurant, art and entertainment hub
tucked in this quaint mountain cove.
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While La Quinta has some of the most
beautiful housing communities in the
country, it is also home to a wide range
of lodging accommodations. From the
quiet solitude of a bed and breakfast to
world-class resort facilities, the needs
of the business traveler to that of the
visiting tourist can be met. Nestled into
the community, these beautiful retreats
provide breathtaking views and service to
meet the needs of the most discriminating
traveler. While the La Quinta Resort’s 800
casitas, suites and villas spread over 45
acres of lushly landscaped grounds and
citrus groves, Homewood Suites, Lake La
Quinta Inn and the Embassy Suites each
offer their own quaint charm and a variety
of accommodations.
Full of local charm, Old Town La Quinta
boasts a picturesque Main Street, lined
with restaurants, antiques, cafes and shops.
At Old Town, you can pass the day with
friends, run a quick errand or relax at a
sidewalk café. The area is alive with outdoor
concerts, art shows, seasonal activities and
a weekly in-season farmers’ market, and
the nearby La Quinta Museum features
historical artifacts from the area.
No matter your pleasure, you’re sure to
find plenty of reasons to come and enjoy
this little piece of paradise.
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“Nestled into the community, these
beautiful retreats provide breathtaking views and service to meet
the needs of the most discriminating traveler.”
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to encourage environmental conservation.
Jet-setters from around the world know that from here to there, locale is everything when deciding what to pack and where to play. For model and actress Summer Crosley, her three travel essentials are sunscreen, multiple sunglasses and a camera to capture the action. Touring the world is just part of the gig for this leggy globetrotter, and these exotic locations have inspired her passionate conservation efforts that have people looking at the big blue picture.
It’s hard to imagine this incredible beauty
running and hiding from a camera lens, but that’s exactly how she describes herself as a young girl. Today, this is clearly not a problem, as Crosley has earned international modeling success with GQ India, GQ South Africa, GQ Australia, FHM and Vogue Italy. This eco-conscious brunette has global appeal and with her international celebrity, she plans on making a difference.
Recently, Crosley’s growing career has taken her to South Africa, Brazil, Bali and Fiji—exotic destinations perfect for snapping pictures, enjoying culture and taking in stunning environmental beauty.
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And it’s this natural beauty that Crosley saw under attack as she prepared for luxurious fashion shoots and noticed these world-renowned beaches were littered with trash.
“I started noticing that some of the most beautiful beaches had trash on them…so I decided to take action and start beach clean ups,” Crosley explained. “Our oceans need to be protected, and we’re the ones that need to take part in the solution.”
Crosley is using her star power to boost awareness for ocean and wildlife conservation, an issue that effects San Diego personally with each passing year. More and more, celebrity figures step up and out of the spotlight to take action
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alongside charities and organizations that support these conservation endeavors both at home and abroad.
“I encourage people to start their own beach cleanups amongst friends or family… even on their own, if they’re out on a beach stroll or taking the dogs for a walk,” Crosley advised. “I also encourage people to stop using plastic. Only about a third of all plastic products are recovered for reuse and recycling. Plastic is the main cause of why our oceans are in danger.”
Crosley currently works in partnership with Sea-thos Foundation (seathos.org), an ocean conservation program that helps to protect ocean biodiversity and wildlife. She also owns a company that uses seashells to make candles, donating a portion of these proceeds to the organizations she supports.
“[My] hope is that I get the idea out there and other people will take part,” Crosley said. “There are so many areas of our world with marine or animal life that need to be protected. On a recent visit to Africa, I learned about the decrease in population of elephants, lions and several other
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New Zealand
animals due to hunting.” With so many organizations and charities
that focus on environmental conservation, it seems that on a global scale, the best remedy is perhaps the smallest. “If everyone would just take part and pick up one piece of trash, our oceans would become much cleaner,” she added.
Crosley’s message is simple, and with the support of others at home and abroad, beauty can remain beautiful for generations to come: “I hope my journey takes me to more beautiful places, with special people, and I make long-lasting memories,” she said.
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Rolling out the red carpet for their annual black-tie event, The Jewels of San Diego is excited to host
“All That Jazz”—a gala to benefit The
Arc of San Diego. On May 31, guests will
arrive at the US Grant Hotel for a beautiful
cocktail reception, delicious cuisine, live
entertainment and dancing well into the
night.
In 2010, Phyllis and John Parrish brought
their passion for charity to fruition by
establishing The Jewels of San Diego and
developing a strong relationship with The
Arc of San Diego, an organization known
for its outstanding contributions to people
with disabilities. Honorary Jewels chairs—
including the Parrishes, Jeanne Jones and
Don Breitenberg, Marilyn and Kim Fletcher,
Joye Blount and Jessie J. Knight, Jr., Lee and
Frank Goldberg, Sandy Redman and Jeff
Mueller, Denise and Bertrand Hug, Sally B.
and John M. Thornton, Hon. Pam Slater-
Price and Herschel Price, Emma and Leo
Zuckerman, and Ramin Pourteymour—
support their shared philanthropic mission by
supporting this event. Celebrating its fourth
year, the gala has been acknowledged as one
of the best parties of the season, honoring
individuals who support the community,
as well as raising awareness and money for
those most in need.
The smooth sounds of jazz will fill the
Presidential Ballroom with music and
entertainment performed by Wayne Foster
Music & Entertainment. The evening’s
performances will continue with a jazz era
dance performance by dancers from Mary
Murphy’s Champion Ballroom Academy.
Throughout the night, guests will also enjoy
live and silent auctions of fabulous items sold
to benefit The Arc of San Diego’s essential
life services.
The Arc of San Diego currently serves
more than 2,500 children and adults with
disabilities, and depends on the spirit,
passion and generosity of the philanthropic
community. The Arc is one of the largest and
most respected organizations in San Diego,
serving people with disabilities including
mental retardation, autism, cerebral palsy
and Down syndrome.
The Arc of San Diego boasted an
amazing 300 person guest list last year, with
predictions of an equally successful event this
year. Tickets to this one-of-a-kind evening
can be purchased for $200, with proceeds
benefiting The Arc of San Diego. Preferred
and group seating is also available. For more
information or to purchase tickets, contact
Jennifer Bates Navarra at 619-685-1175, ext.
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All That JazzThe Jewels of San Diego host the black-tie event of the season.
Article by Whitney Butler | Photos by Vincent Andrunas
John and Sally Thornton with Ramin Pourteymour at The Jewels of San Diego 2012.
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The city’s calendar of special events is full of annual favorites:
• January: Fiesta Bowl, Barrett-Jackson Collectors Car Auction
and the Waste Management Phoenix Open.
• February: Parada del Sol Concert and Rodeo.
• March: San Francisco Giants Spring Training.
• April: Scottsdale Culinary Festival.
• May: Summer concerts at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park.
• June – August: Golf at exclusive courses at discounted rates.
• October: Scottsdale International Film Festival.
• November: Scottsdale Fashion Week.
To accommodate for these special events, Scottsdale resorts and hotels
are as abundant as the saguaro in the Sonoran desert. Luxury resorts,
hotels and renowned golf resorts set against the beautiful landscape
cater to those who seek the best in personal services, first-class amenities
and red-carpet hospitality. Be prepared to pamper yourself at one of
the much-talked-about Scottsdale resort hotel spas, offering unique
hand-tailored messages and services that will leave you feeling as if
you’ve visited the Fountain of Youth.
While there seems to be no end to the choice of accommodations,
you might want to stay at the prestigious Westin Kierland Resort &
Spa to be near the heart of some of the best shopping and restaurants
imaginable. If your penchant is to be close to some of the best golf in
the desert, then you want the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale, located
adjacent to the renowned courses of Troon North Golf Club. One
of the oldest yet most popular stays is the JW Marriott Camelback
Inn, which is showing off its recent $50-million transformation. The
Phoenician, with its AAA five-diamond rating, and the “Jewel of the
Desert,” the Arizona Biltmore, round out the best-of-the best list.
The city is famous for its fine dining, and you will find a collection
of fabulous restaurants peppered about the area. For the steak lover,
look no further than Mastro’s Steakhouse on E. Pinnacle Peak Road,
or on to Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse on N. Scottsdale Road. Avanti, a
valley tradition since 1974, serves up some award-winning Italian and
Mediterranean dishes. Scottsdale has more that 90 restaurants along
with its 300 retail shops and more that 80 art galleries.
Don’t forget to stop by the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, which
Seasonal Scottsdalethis arizona hotspot offers year-round activities.
By Wayne Mccollum | all photos used with permission
May 2013
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has quickly become a great Scottsdale landmark. The park allows
children to have fun as parents watch and reminisce about their own
childhoods. A large track takes riders on a one-mile ride through the
park. In addition, kids will love the carousel and additional playgrounds
throughout the park. For adults, a railroad museum houses miniature
railroads and much history to explore.
For the shopping enthusiast, Fashion Square Mall, the fifth largest
mall in the country, awaits. The Borgata of Scottsdale and the Hilton
Village are two specialty malls that offer unique stores in a rich, relaxing
environment—and both are outdoor malls. A few minutes out of the
city, and you get a feel of western flavor, with activities for the whole
family, including hiking, climbing, horseback riding, hot air ballooning,
off-roading, outdoor target-shooting, rafting, tubing and water sports.
And some say no trip to Scottsdale is complete without a horseback
riding adventure. Riding along desert trails and through pristine
streams is sure to bring out the cowboy in everyone. No matter the
season, Scottsdale is where you can truly experience “Old West values
and contemporary luxuries.”
Scottsdale resorts and hotels are as abundant as the saguaro in the Sonoran desert. Luxury resorts, hotels and renowned golf resorts set against the beautiful landscape cater to those who seek the best.
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As you wind down Point Loma Blvd in the middle of eclectic Ocean Beach, it’s hard to imagine
finding a quaint French farmhouse at the
end of your journey. BO-beau Kitchen +
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The front entrance is surrounded by
visions of the French countryside, complete
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adding an exciting and vibrant exhilaration
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Be sure to start your experience at the bar,
with a wonderful view of the open-air patio
and potted vegetation. A large wall is filled
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the image of a far-away country and
simpler life. The wine list is nothing short
of impressive, with varietals that span the
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is the most logical choice. Be sure to ask
your server for a suggestion on the perfect
pairing once you’ve chosen your meal, as
the staff is well-versed in complimenting
your dish with the best wine.
It’s rare to find an authentic and cozy
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this tiny little structure houses one of the
finest culinary artists in town. With plenty
of big-time experience under her belt,
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an extraordinary talent in bringing France
to your tableside. “We have somehow
managed to have a real neighborhood feel
and yet be a ‘destination’ restaurant at the
same time,” she says. “Plus the ambience is
one of a kind.”
Bo-Beau’s cuisine has reached an
impeccable maturity displayed by
Humphus, who says she’s mastered the art
of multitasking, while still understanding
the difference and importance of time
constraints, quality, and perfectionism.
Her propensity for creative cuisine has
been seasoned by various stops along
the way, including an internship at the
revered French Laundry in Napa Valley,
California. “I originally started with the
Cohn Restaurant Group at The Prado at
Balboa Park,” she says. “After leaving for
a few years to go to culinary school at Le
Cordon Bleu in Paris, I returned and asked
owner David Cohn if he had any new
projects in the works. He told me to check
out “BO-beau, a new French bistro idea”.
It’s not only the diners having a good
BO-beau Kitchen + bardistinctive french cuisine in the middle of ocean Beach.
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Terrific views from this light, bright and open Del Mar Heights home. Main residence features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 2 powder rooms. The gorgeous gourmet kitchen and Master Suite are situated upstairs, which offers views out over Crest Canyon Preserve and ocean. There is also a detached 2 bedroom, 1 bath guest house. Terrific location to beaches, schools, shopping and the village. CONTACT: TOM VARGA (619) 606-9111
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White water ocean views of Del Mar beaches and tranquil views of the lagoon. A rare opportunity to build your dream home on this flat, half-acre lot. This hilltop gem is nestled in a prime secluded location overlooking the Del Mar Race Track. Private, gated entrance gives way to this elevated site on a large building pad, with southwest facing exposure. Utilities in place. contact: sally shaPiro (858) 243-1122
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Escape to the restful ambiance of this cozy beach retreat! This home features a large kitchen, ocean view deck, large master suite with plenty of storage. 2BR, 2BA condo perfectly located close to parking in a quiet location surrounded by greenbelts. Just steps to the bluff, easy walk to beaches, Torrey Pines Reserve and the village of Del Mar. Nice complex with great amenities. CONTACT: KYLE BELDING (858) 525-2291
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SOlaNa BeaCH OffereD at $2,998,000
A former model home with all the builder upgrades. Beautiful 4BR, 4.5BA, 3998 SqFt, with an optional 5th bedroom. Granite kitchen counters with custom backsplash. Bathrooms upgraded with marble, travertine and designer touches. Expansive Master Suite with attached bonus room. Guest suite with private bathroom down-stairs. Near beaches, schools, shopping and dining. CONTACT: IAN WILSON (760) 525-6703
Del Mar OffereD at $1,189,000
Enjoy panoramic ocean, Del Mar Race Track and nightlight views from this beautifully remodeled townhome near beaches, shopping and restaurants. 2BR, 2.5BA. Gourmet kitchen with granite counters and stainless applianc-es. Living room boasts a fireplace and floor to ceiling windows for ultimate views and sunshine.CONTACT: DOUG SPRINGER (619) 857-9884
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time, but real pleasures await from a
playful and modern menu daring to offer
French specialties served in large portions
that are complete and grounded. Using
sustainable, local, and organic ingredients,
Humphus sources most of her products
from Specialty Produce, also supporting
Point Loma Farms as often as possible.
With one of Bo-beau’s most popular
dishes, the Crispy Brussel Sprouts,
Humphus makes liberal use of balsamic
vinegar, pancetta and shaved parmesan,
all flamboyantly presented in an old-
fashioned glass jar, spilling out over a rustic
cutting board as a plate. Also seen floating
through the dining room on a regular
basis were flatbread choices, highlighting
Humphus’ mastery of combining old
and new styles to delight her guests. Two
perfectly different flatbread examples
include the Chorizo with Serrano,
marinara, five Italian cheeses and basil, or
the Banh Mi, with sesame pork meatballs,
pickled carrots and daikon, jalapeno,
cucumber, cilantro and sriracha aioli.
The Frisee Salad was a study in freshness
and artistic technique, boasting a
poached egg as its centerpiece, effortlessly
suspended atop tender lettuce and dressed
in a warm bacon vinaigrette with truffled
goat cheese toast as its base. This salad
pairs nicely with the Moules (Mussels) in
a red curry broth, that not only boast a
nice texture and color, but lend a subtle
sweetness and spicy bite.
My standards were set high for the Boeuf
Bourguignon, a dish many cooks cannot
master successfully. Humphus captures
the true essence of this traditional dish
that is comprised of a rich and velvety
gravy with slow-cooked and fork tender
chunks of beef and al dente vegetables,
including baby carrots, mushrooms,
pearl onions, and fingerling potatoes. Just
when I thought it couldn’t get any better,
Humphus unremittingly shows off her
exotic mystique with a juicy-to-the-bone
Chicken Fricassee balanced with tarragon
dumplings, seasonal vegetables and
champagne mustard seed.
Humphus makes a sumptuous ending to
the meal with the Ménage a Trois, which
is not only delicious, but impressive to
behold. Three complimentary desserts are
strategically placed side-by-side, leading to
a treasured journey into sugar land. The
homemade Peanut Brittle is subtly sweet
and studded with salty peanuts, and unlike
your run of the mill store bought brand,
it is not overly crunchy and offers more
of a soft, cookie-like consistency. The
Kahlua Pot de Crème is superbly silky,
complimented with an amber caramel
sauce and topped with miniature fluffy
marshmallows. And finally, the pecan
praline cheesecake adds a rich and velvety
texture to its partners on the plate –
definitely all too easy to lap up!
Using sustainable, local, and organic ingredients, Humphus sources most of her products from Specialty Produce...
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Meet The Chefs of Del Maron april 14, chefs from fifteen of del Mar’s finest restaurants joined casa de amparo to recognize child abuse Prevention Month at the 17th annual Meet the chefs of del Mar. the proceeds supported casa de amparo programs and services for abused, neglected and at-risk children and families throughout San diego county.
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Help from the Hearton april 6th, the Just In time for foster Youth’s 10th anniversary “Help from the Heart” gala was held at the Hilton la Jolla torrey pines. the event raised money to support programs that assist with housing, college resources and building community networks. evening festivities for the black tie affair included special guest Nashville recording artist Jimmy Wayne. photos courtesy of fINe magazine
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Jessie Night May and Emad Zawaideh
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Over the Top Tablestwelve creative tables inside the Crosby ranch filled this event with great ambiance and fun at the “over the top tables”women’s luncheon on march 28. Celebrity chef, brian malarkey, spoke over large tables decorated in creative themes that allowed guest’s imaginations to run wild. the event benefited the rancho Santa fe Community Center.
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Based on the books by Arnold LobelDirected by Becky Cherlin Baird
North Coast Rep brings Frog and Toad to Life! Arnold Lobel 's beloved characters hop from the page to the stage in this version of Robert and Willie Reale 's Tony-nominated musical. This whimsical show follows two great friends -- the eternally optimistic Frog and the rather grumpy Toad -- through four, fun-filled seasons. Adults: $20 Children: $16
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Jean-Michel Richaud stars in solo event
The Next Arena and Mistral Productions present Leonard Nimoy’s Vincent, directed by Paul Stein, performed by Jean-Michel Richaud. A few days after the death of little known painter Vincent Van Gogh, rumors are flying in Paris. Watch as his brother, Theo, hopes to set the record straight.
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North Coast Rep brings Frog and Toad to Life! Arnold Lobel 's beloved characters hop from the page to the stage in this version of Robert and Willie Reale 's Tony-nominated musical. This whimsical show follows two great friends -- the eternally optimistic Frog and the rather grumpy Toad -- through four, fun-filled seasons. Adults: $20 Children: $16
Sat & Sun, June 15-16, 11amFriday, June 21, 10am
Sat & Sun June 22-23, 11am
nORth COast RePeRtORY theatRe, a not-for-Profit Regional theatre, david ellenstein, artistic director
Jean-Michel Richaud stars in solo event
The Next Arena and Mistral Productions present Leonard Nimoy’s Vincent, directed by Paul Stein, performed by Jean-Michel Richaud. A few days after the death of little known painter Vincent Van Gogh, rumors are flying in Paris. Watch as his brother, Theo, hopes to set the record straight.
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Childhelp Donor Partyon april 18, flUXX nightclub brought down the house for a charity event to benefit Childhelp of San diego. the event featured a live auction, wild performances and cocktails. the members of this charity chapter are dedicated to protecting children and educating the public about the issue of child abuse and neglect.
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Hands Against Hungeron Saturday, april 13, over 400 Starbucks partners, their customers and families gathered together at the North County food bank to make a difference in one of the most pressing issues in our community: hunger. Hands against hunger is a partnership between Starbucks and Kids Korps as part of Starbucks Global month of Service.
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4-6Fiesta CinCo de Mayo
When: May 4 - 6Where: Old Townadmission: Free
The 30th Annual Old Town Fiesta Cinco De Mayo is the largest Cinco de Mayo celebration north of the border. This three-day fiesta has an incredible variety of festivities and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be surrounded by the history and culture of Mexico.More info: oldtownsandiegoguide.com
10Regale in the RanCh
When: May 10, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.Where: Rancho Santa Fe private estateadmission: $75Join the Beach & Country Guild for its inaugural Regale in the Ranch, benefiting United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego. The event is sure to tantalize your senses with delectable bites from local culinary talents and purveyors of fine spirits and wine. Plan a spring evening with friends while enjoying live music from Ruby Blues Acoustic Jazz at a beautiful private estate in historic Rancho Santa Fe.More info: cur8eur.com
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11-9“Be a good little WidoW”
When: May 11 - June 9Where: Old Globe Theatreadmission: $29 - $49
Melody thought being a young wife was hard, until she became a widow. Luckily her mother-in-law is an expert in the field. As Melody navigates the prickly terrain of pressed black dresses, well-meant advice and inappropriate outbursts, she stumbles toward understanding what it means to find someone through losing them. A bittersweet look at the messy parts of life, this quirky comedy contemplates how grief, devotion and hope can persevere within us all. Contains strong language.More info: oldglobe.org
MaRshall Faulk CeleBRitygolF ChaMpionship
When: May 17 - 19Where: La Costa Resort & Spaadmission: $15 for all three days; free with Ralphs cardThe Celebrity Golf Championship is pleased to celebrate its 15th anniversary. The event, formerly known as the Drew Brees Celebrity Championship and the Celebrity Classic hosted by Stan Humphries, will now benefit the Marshall Faulk Foundation, which helps underprivileged youth. The tournament will feature a field of more than 50 celebrity golfers competing for a projected purse of $100,000.More info: celebritychampionship.com
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“sWan lake”
When: May 18 - 19Where: San Diego Civic Theatreadmission: $35 - $80+
The quintessential ballet, “Swan Lake” is undoubtedly the most popular of all classical ballets. Presented in four acts, the ballet is the tragic tale of Odette, the beautiful Swan Queen who is imprisoned under the spell of the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart. It’s the ultimate power struggle between good and evil, paired with the promise of everlasting love.More info: sandiegotheatres.org
CeleBRating CoutuRe
When: May 21Where: Hilton San Diegoadmission: $45
The Globe Guilder and Neiman Marcus team up for an exciting luncheon and fashion show with special guest Naeem Khan. The event benefits the The Old Globe Theatre and its unique programs.More info: globeguilders.org
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“the RoManCe oF italy”
When: May 16, 6:00 p.m.Where: MADISON Leather & Luggage Del Maradmission: Free
Stop by for the kick off of the “The Romance of Italy” an entertaining four day event, including a travel seminar hosted by MADISON Leather & Luggage and a stylish and fun trunk show presented by Bric’s of Millano. Enjoy delectable Italian refreshments and meet Pietro Bricola, owner and president of Bric’s, who will be on hand to greet guests. Learn expert tips and secrets about how to pack and enjoy your Italian travels from travel Ambassador Angel Castellanos. You can even receive a free Bric’s Tote ($99 value) with a $350 Bric’s purchase.More info: (858) 259-7622
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gaslaMp MusiC & aRt Festival
When: May 25Where: Gaslamp Quarteradmission: Free until 9 p.m.
Held entirely within venues of the Gaslamp, this event features 37 bands with performances on 22 stages. The bands perform live at varied times throughout the day. Spend your Memorial Day weekend enjoying live music, art and fashion shows, and world-class dining.More info: gaslamp.org
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29-23“BeCoMing CuBa”
When: May 29 - June 23Where: North Coast Repertory Theatreadmission: $32 - $37
Commissioned by North Coast Repertory Theatre, this world premiere drama, set in 1890s Cuba, introduces a family coping with the changing landscape of its country as it struggles for independence. Melinda Lopez’s knack for dialogue, added to her research about this period, highlights issues of loyalty and family. Fighting for a cause and finding happiness are both interwoven throughout this powerful, often humorous piece. The birth of this new work of theatrical art signals an artistic zenith in North Coast Rep’s development as part of the national theater community. More info: northcoastrep.org
Maysan diego “dining in the daRk”
When: May 22Where: Hyatt Regency La Jollaadmission: $250- $25,000
“Dining in the Dark” is a unique sensory awareness experience that gives guests a first-hand glimpse into the lives of those who are completely blind, taking them on an unforgettable journey in the dark. It’s a culinary encounter of heightened senses that has been experienced by thousands wanting a peek into an unfamiliar world. The Foundation Fighting Blindness hosts “Dining in the Dark” events in cities across the nation to raise awareness about the impact of retinal degenerative diseases and to generate funds for sight-saving research.More info: blindness.org
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RoCk ‘n’ Roll san diego MaRathon & 1/2 MaRathon
When: June 2Where: 6th Avenue and Quince Streetadmission: $125- $190
San Diego has so much to offer participants both on and off the course of this race. The thoughtfully designed route will run past a variety of signature attractions in San Diego. It will also feature a Finish Line Festival with music, food and beverages, as well as a Headliner concert at the finish line immediately after the race.More info: runrocknroll.competitor.com
san diego County FaiR
When: June 8 - July 4Where: Del Mar Fair Groundsadmission: Adults $14, Seniors (62+) $8, Ages 5 and younger free
“Game on!” is the theme for the 2013 San Diego County Fair. This summer of 2013 promises to be filled with fun and games galore for 24 days. The fair will spotlight classic and nostalgic games and show how games have evolved over the years. From board games and pinball, to television, videos and computers, technology has enhanced the gaming culture beyond our wildest dreams.More info: sdfair.com
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