🌱 Got 'Nuf Rain? + County Closures + RB Backyard Produce Project

Bettyann Pernice
Updated ·3 min read

Happy Thursday, people of Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Cool with periods of rain. High: 58, Low: 46.

Here are the top stories in Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch today:

  1. Got enough rain? Yes! San Diego has been wetted by wonderful December rains that have raised its water levels to above average for this time of year. And there is more on the way. This is wonderful news for our region. RB and 4S Ranch residents have fretted over the use, and overuse, of water on lawns during the drought. See the statistics. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (ggweather.com)

  2. What's open Dec. 31? What's closed? You can find out about county offices, family resources, library branches, animal shelters, COVID-19 vaccination and testing sites, essential services, Sheriff's department, county parks, preserves and campgrounds. You can look up information about your local park as well. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Patch Press Release Desk)

  3. Have extra fruits and veggies growing in your garden? If so, you should know that the Backyard Produce Project accepts fruits and vegetables every Thursday morning, 9 a.m.-noon, on the front porch at 16617 San Salvador in Seven Oaks. The surplus is distributed to residents in need. Don't let your excess die on the vine. Use it to help others. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Backyardproduceproject.com)

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Today in Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch:

  • Support the Enlisted Project — (STEP)'s Coffee with the CEO. (8:30 a.m.)

  • RB Christmas Tree Recycling Days — Rancho Bernardo Recreation Center. (9 a.m.)

  • Wild Holidays — San Diego Zoo & Safari Park. (9 a.m.)

From my notebook:

  • Rancho Bernardo Little League: "Have you registered yet? Get your child registered before the prices go up on Jan. 7! Make sure to like this post once you have registered!" (Facebook)

  • Rancho Bernardo Little League: "RBLL is looking for sponsors! Your business could make a big impact for our local RB youth. We have a plan to fit every business or donor. Please consider supporting these awesome kids today!" (Facebook)

  • Rancho Bernardo Branch Library: "Cozy up for one of our favorites for our last video story of the year! 'Bear Snores On' was written by Karma Wilson and illustrated by Jane Chapman and was read with permission from Simon & Schuster." (Facebook)

  • Speech Trek Contest for High Schoolers: American Association of University Women. (Del Mar Times)

  • Student Speakers Contest: Rancho Bernardo Lions Club. (Pomerado News)

  • RB Community Foundation: RB Pathway of Pride plaque deadline extended to Jan. 7, 2022. (SD Union Tribune)

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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you around town!

— Bettyann Pernice

This article originally appeared on the Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch Patch