With sweat beading on his brow and a drill instructor from Parris Island, SC, watching intently from the sideline, Bryan Rooney strained to complete his 10th pull-up on one of the bars set up in a range area of the Pennsylvania National Guard Training Center at Fort Indiantown Gap on Saturday.

David Motter, the next in line, took his place at the bar and managed to complete 15.

Rooney and Motter, both Northern Lebanon High School seniors from Jonestown who will ship out with the Marine Corps on Oct. 8, tested their physical strength and agility skills Saturday during the annual Warrior Challenge, hosted by the Marine Corps Recruiting Station at Harrisburg.

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Murrieta Certified Farmers Market —- 8 am to 1 pm; Village Walk Plaza Shopping Center, 24420 Village Walk Place, Murrieta; 951-240-9584, englefarms@verizon.net .

Lake Elsinore Swap Meet amp; Farmers Market —- 9 am to 2 pm; Market 279, San Jacinto River Road, Lake Elsinore; 909-801-0623, hartdiscountsales@gmail.com .

Canyon Lake Farmers Market —- 9 am to 1 pm; Lake Towne Center, 31516 Railroad Canyon Road, Canyon Lake; 951-491-4111, pamelaearle@yahoo.com .

San Diego Surf Film Festival —- The inaugural festival concludes Sunday with a juried showcase of independent surf films, filmmaker panels and more; Birds Surf SHED, 1091 W. Morena Blvd., San Diego; $10 per screening; $40, day pass; $5, youths 15 and under;  sandiegosurffilmfestival.com .

MONDAY, May 14

Edible Gardening class —- Offered by the Holistic Moms Network. Kathy Swanson, UCCE master gardener and composter will talk about how location, soil and water are important for home gardens to grow healthy, flavorful produce. The Holistic Moms Network is a diverse group of holistic-minded families from throughout Southwest County who are interested in seeking natural solutions for their children in health care, with regard to their nutrition and concerning the products used in their homes; 10 am; Assistance League of Temecula Valley, 28720 Via Montezuma, Temecula; call 951-694-6796.

eBook seminars —- Seminars explaining eBooks and audiobooks will be offered at the Temecula Public Library twice this week. Instruction will be given on how to download eBooks and audiobooks to devices such as the Kindle, Nook, Apple products and other devices. Attendees are welcome to bring their devices with them; 10 to 11 am Wednesday for Kindle devices; from 10 to 11 am Thursday for iPad, iPhone, iPod and Android devices; and 1 to 2 pm Thursday for the Nook and any other eReader; Temecula Public Libary, 30600 Pauba Road, Temecula; 951-693-8940.

TUESDAY, May 15

Wii and Giant Legos! —- The library is setting up Wii games and putting out the Giant Legos! Just a fun hour or so for Wii bowling and building stuff out of Giant Legos; 3:30 pm; Lake Elsinore Library, 600 W. Graham, Lake Elsinore; 951-674-4517.

WEDNESDAY, May 16

Promenade Farmers Market —- 9 am to 1 pm; Temecula Promenade, 4820 Winchester Road, Temecula; 760-525-5947, nicolinaalves@gmail.com .

What Seniors Need to Know: Medicare Basics amp; Reverse Mortgages —- Christine Hubler of Hubler Insurance Services will provide information on medicare insurance. She will share the presentation with Gerard Verkuylen of Catalyst Lending, who will speak on reverse mortgages. Both will be available to answer questions in addition to the other panel experts from the topics of wills, trusts and DNRs, wealth transfers, housing and care options and long-term care insurance; 2 pm; Grace Mellman Library, 41000 County Center Drive, Temecula; 951-296-3893.

Where Do I Turn? —- This educational series is being offered by Hospice of the Valleys on Wednesday this month. The remaining sessions are: Advance Planning and Social Security today; and Ask the Doctor on May 23. Featured speakers are Dr. Leslee Cochrane and Dr. Lynn Euzenas of Hospice of the Valleys; Elizabeth Whittington, director of Lillibets Place; Tom Bloom of Miller-Jones Mortuary and Crematory; and Laura Roeder of the Office of Brian Walker, Farmers Insurance; 10 to 11 am; Sun City Library, 26982 Cherry Hills Blvd., Sun City; free; 951-200-7800.

THURSDAY, May 17

Community Business EXPO —- Offered by the Professional Womens Roundtable. Businesses from Southwest County and North San Diego County will be showcased at this public event; includes opportunity drawings, free gifts, workshops and a fashion show. Proceeds will benefit Professional Womens Roundtables philanthropic programs; 11:30 am to 4:30 pm; Grand Ballroom at Pechanga Resort amp; Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula; pwr2012expo@fastmail.net or pwronline.org.

Face Painting Workshop —- Learn to turn faces into sweet, funny, or frightening works of art. Train to volunteer at the library, make some extra money at parties, or simply impress your friends. Local clown and artist Freckles teaches the tricks of the trade; 3 pm; Temecula Public Library, 30600 Pauba Road, Temecula; 951-693-8900.

2012 Scholarship Fundraiser —- The Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors will hold this event at Cal Oaks Bowl. Participants will be eligible to win raffle prizes. Proceeds will benefit the organizations scholarship fund; 3:30 to 5:30 pm; Cal Oaks Bowl, 40440 California Oaks Road, Murrieta; $15 for children 12 and younger or $25 for all others, and includes two hours of play, shoe rental, a ball and pizza; 951-894-2571.

Archaeology talk —- A talk about archaeology from an American Indian perspective is scheduled at the Western Science Center. Desiree Renee Martinez, and archaeologist with Cogstone Resource Management, will talk about how archaeology and native peoples have long had a contentious relationship. Despite this, however, American Indian communities are now using the tools provided by archaeology to document and protect their culture. The talk is the last in a series on archaeology and indigenous peoples; 7 pm; Western Science Center, 2345 Searl Parkway, Hemet; $8, or $5 for students; museum members are admitted free; 951-791-0033.

FRIDAY, May 18

Farmers Market Fridays —- Hosted by Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District and featuring foods, crafts, pet items, produce and more; 4 to 8 pm; Rancho Bella Vista Park, 31757 Browning St., Murrieta; 951-894-1468.

Father/Daughter Rock Star Party —- The evening includes buffet dinner, dancing, singing, photos and special gifts. This is going to be a rockin night for fathers and daughters to enjoy together; 6:30 to 9 pm; Redhawk Golf Club, 45100 Redhawk Parkway, Temecula; $10 per person; 951-694-6480.

Kids Only Club: Science Detectives —- Theres a lot of investigative work that goes into science exploration. Maybe you should work on it tonight? You might want to wear your best detective outfit. Event is for kids only (no parents) and includes a cheese pizza dinner. You must reserve early; no tickets will be sold at the door. Children must be between ages 5-10. Adults not be allowed to stay —- this is a lock-in event for pre-registered children only; 5:30 to 7:30 pm; Pennypickles Workshop, 42081 Main St., Temecula; 951-308-6376, pennypickles.org .

SATURDAY, May 19

Old Town Temecula Farmers Market —- Get your goodies outside; 8 am to noon; 28464 Front St., Temecula; 760-728-7343, myfarmersmarkets@gmail.com .

Book sale —- The Friends of the Library will hold their quarterly book sale at the Sun City Library and everyone is invited to stop by the bookstore and load a bag of books for $1. Proceeds will help pay for new books and library programs; Sun City Library, 26982 Cherry Hills Blvd., Sun City; 951-679-3534.

Introduction to Beading and Jewelry —- The class will teach a new beading or jewelry skill in a beading circle. Materials for the craft will be supplied and tools will be available; Grace Mellman Community Library, community room, 41000 County Center Drive, Temecula; 951-296-3893.

Rainbow Days —- The 18th annual event sponsored by the Rainbow Property Owners Association. The free family event will include games, raffles, a plant sale featuring a variety of plants donated by local nurseries, and an art show featuring student artwork. The art show will be judged by local artists; cash prizes awarded to winners. Proceeds from the plant sale will benefit Vallecitos School. A complete barbecue lunch will be available for $4; 10 am to 2 pm; Rainbow Park, 5157 Fifth St., Rainbow; 760-723-7185.

Learn to Ride Right —- The Rotary Club of Wildomar is planning a Learn to Ride Right bicycle safety event. Children of all ages are invited to bring their bicycles and helmets. The BMX Pros Trick Team will perform three shows; 10 am to 2 pm; Albertsons, 23893 Clinton Keith Road, Wildomar; 951-440-6796.

Denim amp; Diamonds —- Safe Alternatives For Everyone will hold the 10th anniversary event. Sponsored by Toyota of Temecula Valley, the fundraiser will include food and wine as well as silent and live auctions. Come dressed in Old West saloon attire. Ticket holders automatically are entered in a drawing to win one of three cash prizes, and attendees who donate $50 or more will have the opportunity to win a 1-carat diamond from La Masters of Fine Jewelry. SAFE is a nonprofit that supports victims of domestic violence with services and programs; 4:30 to 10 pm; KD Acres, 37104 De Portola Road, Temecula; 951-587-3900.

Wine, Brews and Blues Festival —- Rotary Club of Bonsall hosts its 17th annual fundraising gala with more than 80 wineries, six local breweries and a dozen local and national food vendors, and music on two stages by the Bill Magee Blues Band, Antonio Pontarelli, Restless Blues Band, Not for Hire and Euphoria Brass Band; 5:30 to 10 pm; California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido; $65 ($45 for designated drivers); bonsallrotary.com.

Casino Nite at the Ranch —- Join us for a joint fundraiser for Save the Animals Today horse rescue and Wildomar Parks. There will be a live band, great food, roulette, black jack, poker and more; 5 to 9 pm; Save the Animals Today, 34400 Grigg Lane, Winchester; savetheanimalstoday.org.

Bluffton, SC (MMD Newswire) May 11, 2012 — While vacationing on Marco Island, FL, Ken and Dan Kiurski wowed the MIRC with their pickleball skills. Throughout the week, the brothers played in countless competitive games at the Marco Island Racquet Center.

Ken Kiurski gave two free pickleball clinics. His Thursday afternoon clinic was attended by several very enthusiastic, competitive pickleball players. Monday afternoons clinic was for the advanced Juniors Tennis program, where he introduced them to the rules and fundamentals of the game.

Photo: L to R, Ken Kiurski, Jim Barry amp; Dan Kiurski taking a break from the action.

It was a pleasure being able to play with such talented competitors, and they were so very generous with their time. They shared tips, technique and strategy. The lessons learned and overall experience was priceless! remarks Jodi Pree, avid pickleball player.

About the players:

Ken Kiurski was a professional tennis instructor for 20 years. He currently teaches pickleball at Sun City Hilton Head, SC. Sun City boasts 12 dedicated pickleball courts. Ken and his brother Dan Kiurski are 4.0 pickleball doubles tournament players. They compete all over the US.

Contact information:
Jodi Pree
Email: jpree1@yahoo.com

Website: www.marco-island-tennis.com

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Nakationing is the clever name given to going on a nudist-type vacation. And where better to have the Nudist Clubhouse Nudist Expo 2012 than in Las Vegas on June 1-2.

It’s just $20 for a one-day pass, which can be purchased at the door, or $25 for both days. The two- day pass must be purchased in advance online.

Exhibitors from nudist resorts across the country, travel agents specializing in nakation travel and nude cruises, the American Association for Nude Recreation and numerous other affiliated groups will have materials and resources, whether you are a nakation veteran or just curious (and aren’t we all a little curious?).

Other events in addition to the expo include a nude barbecue and pool party ($65) and KISS themed glow-in-the-dark mini-golf ($28).

For more info: Nudistexpo.com

Im also obsessed with detail, so when I find a Victorian gown or a 50s bridal slip that I like, then its important for me to be able to emulate the exact stitching, embroidery or beading used at the time. In the West, unfortunately, most of our expert hand-stitching traditions have been lost — the skills have not been passed on and the seamstress geniuses from the couture houses of Europe have not been replaced.

That is why Im often traveling to India. Its one of the very best places in the world to find that expertise still thriving. From one village to the next you find whole families, generations, that have their own specialties of stitch work.

Honestly, I can give them any old historical piece that Ive found and they will either take it away and recreate it almost perfectly, or theyll say hmmm … I dont know this stitching, but I know a place nearby that does. Its a fashion designers dream!

So in one sense, Ive been fusing my clothes with Indian influences for a while. However, I think this was the first time Ive traveled to India with a conscious intention to create a fusion of styles: their own traditional dress with my more modern, western creations.

Monsignor Ronald Broussard officiated at the 6:30 pm ceremony.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore a mermaid chapel-length gown with re-embroidered lace, pearl beading, subtle metallic accents, crystal beading and added sequins. She wore a cathedral veil with beaded embroidered lace.

She carried a gathered bouquet of fresh ivory-colored and blush roses accented with white hyrdangea and tied with a silk ribbon.

Serving as matrons of honor were Racquel Joseph Smith and Tasha Clark. Bridesmaids were Erica Olivier, Ashlee Olivier, Cymone Broussard, Trell Grgoire, Tamika Stamps, Claudia Fontenot and Porshia Little. Junior bridesmaids were Jade Chaisson and Jori Chaisson. Serving as flower girl was Crystal Manuel and miniature bride was Amber Broussard, the bride’s daughter.

Ring bearer was Kyle Marks. Miniature groom was Ron Griffin.

Serving as best man was Allen Antoine. Groomsmen were Michael Lejuene, Dr. Davy Prout, Chris Manuel, Deondrick Williams, Brandon Thomas, the bride’s brother, Terry Guillory, Tim Manuel and Jarred Thomas, the bride’s brother.

Ushers were Byron Olivier, Edward Provost Jr. and Jeremy Chaisson.

Other members of the bridal party were BJ Olivier, Tasha James and Jasmine Chaisson.

A reception for family and friends was held at River Oaks in the Vermilion and Napoleon Ballroom.

Following a wedding trip to the Bahamas, the couple will reside in New Iberia.

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Bring art supplies, painting projects, beading supplies, sewing machines, knitting, quilting, spinning or a craft project with you. There is plenty of table space for everyone with great lighting and plenty of outlets, although extension cords are appreciated.

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Meet other creative people anytime between 10 am to 3 pm at no cost. The next session is Thursday, June 7. Bring your own lunch and beverage.

Every month the Divas for which I am one (Beading and otherwise) choose a different animal charity to raise money for. There are seven women who are the original Beading Divas (Angy, Cynthia, Glenda, Michelle, Karyn, Lizzie, and Loren) who came together to raise $14,300 for Lizzie whose greyhounds were injured in a catastrophic car accident. Dogs recovered and now doing fine. There are hundreds of honorary beading divas who donate beads, help make bracelets, and sometimes sell to coworkers or friends.

On our birthday month, one of the original seven divas can choose the group of the month without input or voting from the other six. May is my birthday month and I chose Cold Wet Noses.

I chose CWN because they are so out there. Cold Wet Noses is all volunteer and pulls dogs from PACCs kill line often at the 11th hour. In 2011, CWN rehomed 366 dogs! That’s akin to a dog a day!

I also chose CWN because in December of last year, I wanted a 9 year old dog named Reagan to find a home. I saw his sad photo on the PACC Pet Facebook page. His owner died and gave Reagan to a friend (some friend). For no other reason, other than he was old, Reagan was going to die. I asked CWN to take Reagan and they said they would with a foster home. I have a big mouth on Facebook and blogged about that and lo and behold a friend of a friend (Tina Roose) rose to the occasion. She reached out and fostered Reagan and became a volunteer at CWN. She is my hero. I am honoring her by choosing CWN. Tina has since adopted Reagan.

More about Cold Wet Noses:
Started in 2005 but became an official non profit in 2010. Since their inception they have rehomed approximately 1,650 dogs!

In 2011
-$42,000 veterinarian bills
-Paid $6,100 for dog food, medications and other pet supplies; -CWN also receives dog food donations from PET CLUB and/or buys it from Costco ($30/40 lb bag).
Currently they have 57 foster homes but that number changes daily

Cold Wet Noses Wish List
-more fold down wire crates – mostly size medium
-another pop up tent for adoption events
-a storage shed
more foster homes
-more volunteers to help walk dogs at PACC

One-of-a-kind coiled bracelets cost $20 and every bracelet comes with a paw charm. Bracelets make great heartfelt gifts for MOTHERS DAY on May 13. The entire $20 goes directly to CWN. You can pay with cash or a check made out directly to the charity. Be generous!