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February 19, 2010
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This Week's Official CLPOA News
Dam reveals ebb and flow of lake
Quick facts: The storage capacity of the Canyon Lake reservoir is 11,867.5 acre-feet. At the peak of the January storms on January 21 and 22, water was flowing over the dam by as much as 1,645 acre-feet per day and discharged through the floodgates at a rate of 1,209 acre-feet per day, according to EVMWD.
Ben Wicke elected EVMWD board vice-president
Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District held elections on January 14 at its board of directors’ regular meeting. Canyon Lake resident Ben Wicke was elected vice-president. Judy Guglielmana was elected president and Harvey Ryan was elected treasurer.
'Little Women' opens tonight at the Lodge
Travel to the Civil War era Orchard House as curtains rise tonight on Canyon Lake Community Theatre’s production of “Little Women.” The show begins at 7 p.m. at the Lodge; tickets will be available at the door. There will be additional performances tomorrow, February 20, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, February 21, at 3 p.m.
Tori Kelly's bid to become the next 'American Idol' ended this past Wednesday
Wednesday, February 17, marked the end of competition – but not the end of the road – for “American Idol” hopeful Tori Kelly, as judges on the Fox Network show announced the top 24 finalists.
City Connection: Gasoline flows again at former Round Up Jr. Mart
Residents once again have access to a quick gas fill-up just outside the East Gate, since the Canyon Lake City Council approved the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) on February 3 to reopen the gas station as part of an existing convenience store that sells alcohol.
City Connection: New 511 service assists motorists
A new “Inland Empire 511” service to assist commuters and motorists is live and available to the public, thanks to the efforts of the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC), in partnership with San Bernardino Associated Governments (SANBAG).
City Connection: Census information
City Connection: Introduce kids to joy of reading at the Canyon Lake Library
Today’s Preschool Story Time at 11 a.m. at the Library will feature a Mardi Gras theme. On Friday, February 26, there will be a story time at 4 p.m.
City Connection: Police activity
Railroad Canyon Rd. accident, assault at party and mail theft.
Sweethearts turn out for popular annual tourney
Last Saturday’s Sweetheart Tournament, sponsored by the Men’s Golf Club, was special in two ways. It was the club’s first tournament of the year but, more than that, it featured a new “homeowner flight,” allowing all residents to play, not just members of the Men’s Golf Club.
CLMS Cheer, Song and Dance sweep competition
Canyon Lake Middle School Cheer, Song and Dance teams cleaned house at the Sharp Competition at Hemet High School on February 6, according to Cheer Coach Tammy Howard, who says, “The girls did absolutely wonderfully and brought home an impressive 25 first place trophies, including two five-foot Grand Champion trophies that stood as high as the girls.”
Student scholarships available
Coyote warning
Residents are urged to remain cautious when allowing their small pets outside. There have been sightings recently of coyotes inside the gated community.
Movie Review: 'Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightening Thief'
Percy Jackson is no Harry Potter, but then again, we all can’t be the Chosen One. Most Muggles should be content to settle for this kid-friendly action adventure until the real hero arrives later this year. Until then, Percy delivers enough monsters, bloodless battles and CGI special effects to warrant a tub of popcorn large enough for a circus animal.
Day Tripping: Cleansing the soul in the desert with Picasso
Pablo Picasso said, “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.”
Notes from a road once taken: Remembering Okinawa and a face in the palms
He stared at us from out of a forest of thrashing palmettos that lined the Okinawan shoreline at the edge of the East China Sea at a place called Machinato. Typhoon driven rain alternately revealed and obscured his child’s face.
Betsy's Best Bets: Volunteering has its rewards - Scout's honor
“No way. Not me!” I insisted when I told my friend that I was headed to a meeting for Cub Scouts and she asked if I was going to volunteer to be a Den Mom. “I am absolutely, positively done volunteering for anything for the rest of my life,” I insisted. Her reply of “yeah, right” did not help.
Letter: Valentine's Day brunch
My husband and I went to the Country Club this Valentine’s Day for Sunday Champagne brunch for the first time. We have not been to this brunch before, as we are fairly new residents to Canyon Lake. Because we didn’t know what to expect we didn’t make reservations; we just went at our leisure around noontime.
Letter: Welcome home heroes
Thanks to all L.A. County Fire Department men and women with search and rescue training, who included two Canyon Lakers – L.A. Firemen Captain Ron Horetski, with 21 years of service, and his black Lab, “Pearl,” trained to find living persons underneath piles of rubble after Haiti’s recent 7.0 earthquake, and Lewis Francescan, whose 15 years of serving the L.A. Fire Department has been training in paramedics and serving in S&R.
Letter: Where's the transparency?
I read with great interest the shock that people had when the POA Board did not listen or hear what 100 people were saying about Dave Lindeman. Were these same people not shocked that the POA Board did not listen or hear that over 60 percent of those that voted at the last election wanted a setback rule? They voted not to do anything.
Near and Far with The Friday Flyer: Drivers Ed goes to Florida
Susan and Hale Gamill took along The Friday Flyer to read while attending the Driving School Association of the America’s annual convention in Sarasota, Florida.
Near and Far with The Friday Flyer - Girls just want to have fun
Many of the Canyon Lake women in this photo submitted by Jaime Moore, at far right, met more than 20 years ago when their children were youngsters growing up in Canyon Lake.
Announcement: Headed to UCSD Triton Soccer
February 3 was national signing day across the country in which senior athletes signed their intent to play a sport at a university. Heidi Hauser of Temescal Canyon High School, a five-year resident of Canyon Lake, signed a commitment to play soccer for the University of California San Diego in the upcoming 2010 season. She will join the Tritons as a center midfielder.
Announcement: Rotary Teachers of the Month
The Lake Elsinore Rotarians celebrated three local teachers at their January 20 meeting. Lake Elsinore Unified School District Teachers of the Month honored were Dawna Gatrost, Kristina Noriega and Thomas McColgan.
Announcement: January Student of the Month
Canyon Lake student Shannon Gary of Temescal Canyon High School was among students honored as January Students of the Month in January by the Lake Elsinore Valley Chamber of Commerce. The awards luncheon was held on January 26 at Sizzler Restaurant.
Announcement: Residents bring home the gold
Two Canyon Lakers, Lee Arth and Jeannette Williams, brought home the gold from the 10th annual Palm Desert International Sports Festival and Senior Games held in Palm Desert on February 4 to 7.
Announcement: And the artist is...
When the Chamber of Commerce “Marty Gibson Business Walk of Fame” was dedicated on January 30, a picture of Marty Gibson accepting a painting was pictured in The Friday Flyer; however, the artist’s name was not given at that time.
Announcement: Von Zabern recognized: 'That's Incredible'
Canyon Lake resident Karen Von Zabern and 11 other family members were on hand at the USA Water Ski annual awards banquet in Winter Haven, Florida on January 30 to receive two awards presented in Bill Von Zabern’s memory.
Golfing opportunities
Golf tournaments and club golfing opportunities
Club News: Tennis Club
The Tennis Club’s first annual tournament, a combined New Member and Valentine’s Mixer held February 13, turned out 36 members.
Club News: Motorcycle of the Month
Bonny Tuttoilomondo is one of the original members of the Canyon Lake Motorcycle Club and served as the club’s first chairperson. She also assists the club with the food drives for Animal Friends of the Valleys.
Adopt-a-pet: Freckles and Sassy
This week’s pets are Freckles and Sassy. Freckles is a cute white and brown 6-year-old Chihuahua/Jack Russell mix male. He’s already neutered and ready to go to a new home. Sassy is a 5-year-old orange and white domestic longhaired female who is full of personality. She’s already spayed and ready to go.
Photo of the week: Serenity on the Back Bay
This Week's Official CLPOA News
Intent to Run forms for POA Board now available
Board Elections are right around the corner. Intent to Run forms for the 2010-2012 Board are now available at the POA Member Services desk and must be turned in no later than February 26 at 3 p.m.
POA employees honored at annual dinner
The Canyon Lake Property Owners Association held its annual Employee Recognition Dinner on Monday evening, February 8, at the Lodge. The POA employs 78 people and Service Awards are given to employees based on how many years they have worked at the POA – in five-year intervals:
Annual meeting, election calendar
It's time to determine eligibility for voting
Canyon Lake Property Owners are reminded they have until Friday, March 18, to clear their accounts, pay off fines and catch up on their POA dues if they want to vote for new Directors at the General Meeting in May. Only “Members in Good Standing” will be allowed to vote.
Update records to avoid membership expiration
Canyon Lake Property Owners are reminded they have until Friday, March 18, to clear their accounts, pay off fines and catch up on their POA dues if they want to vote for new Directors at the General Meeting in May. Only “Members in Good Standing” will be allowed to vote.
Members invited to serve on ad hoc committees
At the POA Board meeting on February 2, Directors authorized the establishment of two executive ad hoc committees that will provide information and guidance to the Board as it prepares a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the contracts of POA Legal Counsel and the POA Tennis Pro.
Dog training classes postponed until March 6
The group dog training classes that were scheduled to begin last Saturday have been postponed until March 6, according to Recreation and Programs Administrator Val Grillo.
Learn guitar and Total Commitment classes offered
Bereavement support is available to residents
Ramona Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice, a leader in home health and hospice care for Southwest Riverside County is facilitating a five-week bereavement support group to serve residents of Canyon Lake on Wednesdays, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the Towne Center Conference Room. The group began meeting this week.
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Meet with the managers
Community Relations Manager Laurie Owen hosts a weekly open house each Wednesday at the Country Club from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Laurie says she is available to discuss concerns and suggestions members have.
Mark Huston to be at Country Club tonight
Canyon Lakers won’t want to miss the fun tonight at the Country Club as Mark Huston and the Working Men provide music for dancing and entertainment. In addition to the regular menu, the specials tonight will include Sea Scallops Florentine and Grilled Flat Iron Steak with Pistachio Pesto Compound Butter.
Valentine party a sweet treat for preschoolers
YMCA pre-schoolers celebrated Valentine’s Day early with a heart-themed potluck and crafts on Tuesday, February 9.
Senior Center Activities: Seniors socialize through games and crafts
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