🌱 Boosters Arriving + RB/4S: Flu Is Here + Rx Drug Take Back Day

Happy Saturday, people of Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch today.

First, your weekend weather:

• Saturday: Mostly cloudy. High: 68, Low: 51.
• Sunday: Mostly cloudy and cool. High: 71, Low: 52.
• Monday: Cloudy, downpours in the p.m. High: 64, Low: 52.

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

1. How many San Diegans received the COVID-19 vaccine? At least 89.7 percent of those 12 and older are partially vaccinated (2.51 million). At least 80.5 percent are now fully vaccinated (2.26 million). Many others have received or will receive their booster shots beginning this week. While a very large number of residents in San Diego County have gotten their shots, a small minority have not. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Patch Press Release Desk)
2. Beware RB & 4S residents! While COVID-19 has hijacked the headlines, influenza has squeaked its way into San Diego. Influenza (the flu) is a killer. San Diego County Government urges you to get your flu shot now. Find out why this year's influenza may be more severe than in past years. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Patch Press Release Desk)
3. Want to get rid of those unwanted or expired prescription drugs? Don't let them fall into the wrong hands! San Diego County Sheriff's Department is holding its Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Find out where you can bring your excess drugs. This service is free and anonymous. Sharps/needles not accepted. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Patch Press Release Disk)

This weekend in Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch:

Saturday, October 23

• RBPCP — Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Ministry. (9 a.m.)
• Painting with a Twist — Simply Meant To Be (Ages 8+). (4 p.m.)
• Halgloween at the SD Zoo — Music, dance parties, tempting foods, and Dr. Zoolittle. (5 p.m.)
• Rancho BEERnardo Festival 2021: Rancho Bernardo. (5 p.m.)
• Painting with a Twist — Fall Colors (21+). (7:30 p.m.)

Sunday, October 24

• Free Mini Photo Sessions in Rancho Bernardo! (9 a.m.)
• Painting with a Twist — Make Your Own Jack-0'-Lantern (All Ages 8+). (4 p.m.)
• Halgloween at the SD Zoo — Music, dance parties, tempting foods, and Dr. Zoolittle. (5 p.m.)
• Painting with a Twist — Fall Trees. (21+). (7:30 p.m.)

Monday, October 25

• SECONDARY ONLY Non-Student Day (HS/MS). (All Day)
• Pro Grow Day — Rancho Bernardo High. (All Day)
• Red Ribbon/Reality Week — Rancho Bernardo High. (All Day)
• Democrats Meet — Presenting the "Con" position on having cannabis dispensaries in the community. (7 p.m.)
• Painting with a Twist — It's Showtime (21+). (7:30 p.m.)

Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch Patch Notebook

Rancho Bernardo Community Council student member application deadline. (Facebook)

Service Academy Nomination application deadline. (Rep. Scott Peters)

Elks Student Scholarships application deadline. (Elks.org)

RB Community Safety — Neighborhood Watch is recruiting block captains. (RBNW.org)

The Rotary Club of RB Pre-holiday fundraiser — Poinsettia Fundraiser to benefit Marines and Sailors aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar. (Facebook)

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• Taxes in Retirement Webinar (Oct. 26)
• San Diego Teacher Residency Information Session (HTH GSE) (Oct. 27)
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• 5 Real Estate Trends in San Diego (Nov. 4)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. See you all next week for another update! If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Bettyann Pernice

About me: I have lived in Rancho Bernardo since 2006 and I am very happy to live in this wonderful town. I have been active in the Rancho Bernardo Community Council as well as the Planning Board. I am also a member of the Maintenance Assessment District (the MAD) which works with the City of San Diego to create our beautiful new medians. I am also vice president of HOA 2 in Seven Oaks. I am a regular contributor to Patch, Nextdoor, and Facebook. I am very pleased to be writing the Patch RB Newsletter as well.

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