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President's Message
Happy July! Thom and I just returned from a cruise through Alaska and the Inside Passage. We were awed by the splendor of the snow-capped mountains, the glaciers and the wildlife. Despite the opportunity to see another part of the world, we were happy to return home and to be back with our friends. When we told people we were from San Diego, we heard “Oh, I love San Diego.”
One of my favorite quotes is: “Everything in life is a choice, even if the only choice we have is the attitude with which we embrace each moment” by Mattie Stepanek. When I made the choice of taking on the presidency for a year, I was questioned why I would make that choice. I believe belonging to an organization is a give and take. Being a committee chairperson, joining the Board, and accepting the presidency is my way of giving back.
My term as your president is almost over so this will be my last newsletter message. Bradlyn Mulvey will take over as president in August. My dedication will continue as I remain on the BOD as Past President. Our vision and mission remain the same, as we keep driving our shared goals forward. I want to express my deepest gratitude for the committee leaders, the staff, and the dedicated volunteers for your efforts and support. We can do so much more together than we can alone. I ask that you extend the same extraordinary support, collaboration, and trust to Bradlyn that you have so generously given to me. She is a long-time dedicated member whom I highly respect. She will represent us well.
What we do in the Village has always been based on the needs and interests of the Village members. Our membership committee organizes informational socials and new member orientations, our neighborhood captains plan get-togethers, and our social team makes sure we have an event each month. The care committee offers member-to-member forums. Members share meals together at Lunch Bunch, SNAP, Romeo and Third Thursday socials. We have a walking group and exercise classes. SO –What are we missing? What else would you like to see on the calendar? What are your needs and interests? Leaders want your input! Come help brainstorm new events and activities. Sign up to attend “Creative Collaboration” on July 24 at the Clubhouse.
I wish you all a safe and enjoyable 4th of July. I look forward to seeing you at our next general meeting on July 6, 3:00 PM at the Clubhouse. We will learn about “Streaming,” from our guest speaker, John Atkinson, from Atkinson Tech Help. These meetings are a great chance to connect with members, learn something new and understand more about what is happening in our Village.
“Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success." – Henry Ford
Ginny VanBenthuysen
TVSD Board President |  | | Cornhole, Pizza & Friendly Competition
Our Pizza and Cornhole Tournament on June 14 was another fun event, with 48 members and guests attending. There was something for everyone! Some members showed off their cornhole skills, while others enjoyed pizza, conversation, and cheering on the competitors from the sidelines. A big thank-you to our wonderful hosts and their volunteer helpers for making the evening such a success!
Congratulations to our tournament champions, Team "Goldfinger", Cassandra and Patrick Hanrahan, who claimed first place after a hard-fought championship match against Team "Men in Black," Jay and Diane Keyes. The final score doesn't tell the whole story, though—earlier in the tournament, the Keyes team handed the Hanrahans a loss, making the championship rematch especially exciting.
Congratulations also to Team "The Green Mile," Patty George and Marilyn Bente, who proudly took home the coveted "Thanks for Playing" award!
Everyone is already looking forward to another tournament. Until then, we'll keep enjoying the fun, friendship, and laughter that make Village events so special.
|  | | Summer Speaker Series Continues
Do you have an iPhone but aren't sure you're getting the most out of it? Whether you're new to iPhones or have been using one for years, this interactive workshop is designed to help you become more comfortable and confident with your device.
Presented by John Atkinson of Atkinson Tech Help, this session will include:
-Organizing and managing your device
-Privacy and security features
-Built-in tools for safety and convenience
-Everyday iPhone tips and tricks
-Answers to your iPhone questions
We hope you can join us for this informative and practical session and discover new ways your iPhone can help you stay connected, informed, and independent. Please register. | | Concerts in the Park
Members are planning to attend this year's Concerts in the Park together. Event dates are July 11th, July 18th, July 25th and August 1st.
| JFS Backpack Drive
Our village is having its annual backpack drive through JFS (Jewish Family Services). The village has signed up to put together 20 backpacks full of school supplies for the homeless and underprivileged children. We are asking for your support again this year to collect money to buy the supplies needed. JFS is hoping to put together 600 backpacks total!
If you wish to make a donation:
You can send me a check (made out to Sheila Weiner) and mail it to 4765 Seda Drive, 92124. Or, she will be accepting cash or checks at the July 6th Member Meeting.
You can drop your donation at the clubhouse on Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:30-11:30.
If you prefer to use Venmo for your donation, my handle is Sheila-Weiner-1.
The backpacks need to be dropped off to JFS by July 30th. So, all donations are needed by July 23rd.
We will have a volunteer group put together all the school supplies. Please register if you would like to help assemble the backpacks 10-10:30 AM on Thursday, July 30th.
Contact me with any questions at sheilaweiner@att.net or 858-336-4619.
Thank you for your generosity and for helping San Diego's youth have a successful school year!
Sheila Weiner
(TVSD Community Liaison)
|  | | Teen Internet Safety Workshop
Calling All Grandparents!
Do you have teenage grandchildren or know a family with teens? Help them stay safer online by sharing this FREE Internet Safety Workshop for Teens.
Hosted by Supervisor Joel Anderson's office in partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Tierrasanta, local internet safety experts will share practical tips for protecting privacy, recognizing online risks, and becoming responsible digital citizens.
Saturday, July 11
10:00–11:30 a.m.
Tierrasanta Lutheran Church – Fellowship Hall
Please share this opportunity with your children, grandchildren, neighbors, and friends. It's a great opportunity for teens to learn how to stay safe online.
Learn more and register: https://public-district2.sandiegocounty.gov/forms/form/?ID=103
For more County news, resources, and community updates, you can subscribe to Supervisor Anderson's Newsletter. | Social Committee Updates
Farmers Market and Trolley Ride to Little Italy
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Let’s explore Little Italy’s Farmers Market, experience riding the trolley, and enjoy lunch at one of Little Italy’s wonderful restaurants.
Join us by meeting at the Mission Valley Center Trolley Stop (1604 Camino de la Reina) at 9:30 AM and taking the Green Line to Little Italy.
Trolley fare for seniors is $1.25 one way ($2.50 round trip). We will have members at the trolley to help those who are unfamiliar with riding it.
We will walk from the trolley stop to the Farmers Market, about three blocks on an uphill grade to West Date Street. After shopping the Farmers Market, we will gather for lunch. Following lunch, we’ll walk back to the trolley stop for our ride back to Mission Valley. Register today!
Creative Collaboration – Planning Small Group Social Events
Friday, July 24th, 2026, 2:00 PM -3:30 PM
The Social Team tries to plan at least one major social event each month, but…perhaps you have other ideas. The goal of this collaborative session is to see what else might be fun to add to our yearly calendar (this year and/or next). Would you like to help plan a small group event such as a theatre outing, a Day Tripper bus trip, an Oasis event or Social Fundraiser (other than a restaurant)? What other events or topics of conversation would you like to see on the calendar? Come help us brainstorm events, activities or topics of conversation from 2:00-3:00 at the Clubhouse. We hope you can join us!
Casual Conversations
Friday, July 31st, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Show and Tell Creations: for Creations Big or Small
Share something you’ve made. Bring the actual object or a photo of it. It could be a piece of artwork, a crocheted item, a poem, a baked treat, a crafted gift, photographs or anything you’re proud of. Then, share the story behind it:
• How your craft started
• What it means to you
• What you learned while making it
• Or just a little memory tied to the creation
It you don’t have anything to share, just come and listen to others share their craft. This is a casual conversation – a friendly, judgment-free space where your work is celebrated, your story is welcomed, and everyone supports each other’s creativity. Let’s make, share, encourage and connect! Please register and come from 2:00-3:00 at the Clubhouse.
Save the Date:
Boot Scootin' BBQ
Friday, August 14th, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
More details coming soon!
| From Chaos to Clarity
After an inspiring presentation by professional organizer Karen Brothers, we look forward to her next talk, From Chaos to Clarity, on Monday, July 27 at 2:00 p.m.
If stacks of mail, old files, and “important papers” feel overwhelming, you are not alone. This supportive and practical class is designed for those who want to reduce paper clutter, simplify their systems, and feel more in control of their homes and lives.
Participants will learn easy, realistic strategies for managing paperwork, reducing stress, and creating a simple paper management system that works in everyday life. By the end of the class, you’ll feel more confident about what to keep, what to let go of, and how to prevent paper piles from returning.
What we'll cover:
1. Understanding Paper clutter
2. The Hidden Cost of Paper Clutter
3. The Benefits of a Paper Management System
4. Setting Up Your System
5. Managing Incoming Paper
6. Knowing What to Keep --and What to Let Go
7. Maintaining Your Progress
8. Hands-on Activity: Create Your Own Action System
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Workshop includes a hands-on activity: Bring your current "to-do" pile of papers and assemble an "action system" to take home and begin using right away. No organizing experience is required. Cost for supplies is $40 (filing system image below). Supply cost is payable at the event via cash, check or Venmo. Space is limited, please register. | | |  | | Rosemary Grube |  | Margaret King | | |
 | | Marilyn Tripp |  | Sandra Tyer | | |
Care Committee Corner
Seniors and sports…they are not mutually exclusive! Whether or not you participated in sports in your youth, you can still be active in sports in your senior years. As you age, you may need to take it easier on your joints and muscles, but that doesn’t mean you need to sit on the sidelines. What are the most popular sports for seniors, and why? An internet inquiry provided some information. Here is the list:
Pickleball. This is a popular hybrid of tennis and ping-pong, played on a smaller court. It helps hand-eye coordination, improves agility, and provides social interaction.
Swimming. It provides a full-body aerobic workout, while taking pressure off your joints and spine.
Yoga and Tai Chi. Both are proven to reduce fall risks and to lower stress.
Cycling. You can do this on a regular or stationary bike, outside, at home, or in a gym. It’s great aerobic activity, and you can set your own pace.
Golf. Golf combines strategy, walking, and upper-body movement. It promotes balance and brain health.
The internet inquiry was very helpful in suggesting local resources for accessing all of these most popular sports for seniors.
For pickleball, you can find dedicated courts and active leagues at the San Diego Pickleball Center (858-630-8740; sdpicklers@gmail.com) or the Barnes Tennis Center in Ocean Beach (619-221-9000; www.barnestenniscenter.com).
For swimming, our own Tierrasanta Recreation Center pool (858-636-4837;sandiego.gov) is right in our neighborhood. You may also check out any of the YMCA locations in San Diego (closest: Toby Wells YMCA, 858-496-9622).
For outdoor cycling, we have many dedicated bicycle paths in San Diego County (check out the SANDAG Regional Bike Map on sandag.org). You may also want to try a stationary bike at the YMCA or your gym.
For golf, you can book tee times and check senior rates at courses managed by The City of San Diego Golf Division (SDCityGolf@sandiego.gov).
Joan McGeachy
TVSD Care Committee
|  | | A Message from Tierrasanta Fire Safe Council
Red hot embers cause between 60-90% of home fires. Most of the time those embers are caused by wildfires and can be blown by the wind a mile from the wildfire.
Around the 4th of July we worry about fireworks because many produce embers or sparks that can catch leaves, dry vegetation, and homes on fire. Fireworks even start wildfires! That, plus the danger of severe injury is why all fireworks (even sparklers) are illegal in San Diego except at authorized displays. San Diego Fire and Rescue created an impactful video. Check it out, here.
There are options. For the “little ones” an alternative to sparklers are bright “glow sticks” and home-made, colorful paper streamers with ribbons and glitter.
Planning the perfect day: To experience all the holiday activities, find info at SanDiegoMoms.com You will find parades and special events that kick off the day, well-chosen vantage points that give you incredible views and comfortable viewing experiences, and a complete fireworks schedule so you can plan around showtimes.
Happy 250th anniversary of the founding of America and please have a SAFE 4th of July.
| Revisiting Sleep Issues
Following a productive Peer-to-Peer discussion on sleep challenges in May, participants expressed interest in continuing the conversation. This follow-up session will provide an opportunity to share what strategies have worked, discuss ongoing sleep challenges, and learn from one another's experiences.
Whether you attended the first discussion or are joining us for the first time, you're welcome. If you're experiencing sleep difficulties and would like to exchange ideas in a supportive setting, we encourage you to join us. Please register.
Friday, July 17
1:00–2:30 p.m.
Seventh-day Adventist Church
| Daytime Bunko
Tuesday, July 14th
2:00 PM until 4:00 PM
Village Clubhouse
Were you waitlisted for the last evening Bunko session? Do you prefer a daytime activity? Here’s the opportunity you’ve been waiting for to join 15 other like-minded gamers for this fun and silly game!
Bring your own beverage. Light snacks provided. $5 per player — collected at the event. Please bring cash. Money collected will be distributed as prizes at the end of the event.
Don’t wait, these spots go fast. Register now! | July Member Meeting
Monday, July 6th @ 3PM
At our July Member Meeting, John Atkinson of Atkinson Tech Help will provide a brief overview of streaming services and answer your questions. Whether you're completely new to streaming or already use some services and would like to learn more, this informal session will offer helpful information and practical guidance.
Please bring your name badges and non-perishable food items for the Seventh-day Adventist ongoing Food Drive - thank you!
This is a hybrid meeting so members are welcome to attend in person or online via Zoom. Thank you for registering. | | Tuesday Lunch Bunch
BJ's Restaurant
July 21st, 11:30 a.m. | | ROMEO
BJ's Restaurant
July 14th, 11:30 a.m. | | |
(SNAP) Singles Network
Troy's Greek
July 18th, 11:30 a.m.
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July 2026 Village Events
Please note the Village Front Desk is closed on Friday, July 3rd.
Check out the Event Calendar for all of the upcoming events, classes, and activities!
| | | Friends of Tierrasanta Library | | Thinking about joining Tierrasanta Village Movement?
Attend the next Informational Happy Hour! This event is an excellent way to meet our members and learn about the Village Movement.
Every 3rd Wednesday 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Let us know you'll be there with a Call/Text to 858-569-9119 or email tierrasantavlg@gmail.com. | | | Tierrasanta Village Movement
Clubhouse Address:
5275 Rimpark Lane
San Diego, CA 92124
858-569-9119
www.tierrasantavillage.org
Mailing Address:
10601 Tierrasanta Boulevard, G-405
San Diego, CA 92124 | |