🌱 SB-9 + Spotlight On: CECRB + Burn Institute: Fire Safe Kids

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

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 66, Low: 43.

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

1. Want to turn your property into a duplex? Want to build another unit on your property? Now, you may legally do so. The California Housing Opportunity And More Efficiency Act, known as SB-9, now permits homeowners to create additional housing units on their property based on local ordinance or ministerial approval. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (CBS8.com)
2. Bored in this time of COVID-19? Want to create new neurons in your brain? Check out the Continuing Education Center of Rancho Bernardo (CECRB) and take some "Classes For The Thoughtful." With a wide scope of options including history, art, science, music, etc., the CECRB can help to expand your mind. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (CECRB)
3. Did you know that 80 percent of fires are preventable? The Burn Institute Fire Safe Kid program helps families to educate their children about fire danger. Through presentations at schools to tips on how to escape fires at home, the program helps kids stay safe. Check out the "Fire Safe Kids Activity Book" for fire safety games and fun! Be smart about fire. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Burn Institute)

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Today in Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch:

• RB Christmas Tree Recycling Days — Rancho Bernardo Recreation Center. (9 a.m.)
• Early Film About Women’s Point of View — CECRB. (1:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Rancho Bernardo Branch Library: "Have you signed up for this year's Winter Reading Challenge?" (Facebook)
• Wranglers Square Dance: Seven Oaks Community Center, Jan. 6. (Pomerado News)
• RB Community Foundation: RB Pathway of Pride plaque deadline extended to Jan. 7. (SD Union Tribune)
• Rancho Bernardo Youth Lacrosse: "Less than two weeks to lock in the early bird discount for the spring season! Get registered today." (Facebook)
• USSD Bridge2breakthru: "Hello awesome USSD 4s Ranch families! We are back to our regular schedule and excited to see everyone! Happy New Year!" (Facebook)
• North San Diego Business Chamber: "North San Diego Business Chamber welcomes The Bright App to our 5-star organization." (Facebook)

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• Our New Retail Store Is Open!! (Jan. 5)
• The San Diego Home Improvement Expo. (Jan. 7)
• Charity Fundraiser to Help Children with Disabilities. (Jan. 11)
• Ask the Divorce Experts — Vesta San Diego, California Hub. (Jan. 13)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with your next update.

— Bettyann Pernice