SOUTH COUNTY HAPPENINGS

National City chamber hosts networking

The National City Chamber of Commerce hosts “Thrive — Mentoring Women in Business,” free monthly workshops for women in business, every second Thursday. The first event this year will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 9 at the chamber conference room, 901 National City Blvd. Susanne Romo will speak on target marketing and how to ID your best networking partners. Register at nationalcitychamber.org/ events.

Free orchestral concert at Chula Vista church

The First United Methodist Church Chula Vista, 1200 East H St., presents a free concert by the Tifereth Israel Community Orchestra of San Diego at 4 p.m. Feb. 5. The full orchestra will be performing works by Brahms, Bizet and Saint-saens. Call (619) 656-2525.

Imperial Beach senior center starts walking program

The Imperial Beach Senior Community Center offers a new class, “Walk With

Ease,” starting at 2:30 p.m. Feb. 6. The center is at 1075 Eighth St. Contact parksandrec@imperialbeachca.gov or call (619) 424-7077.

Olivewood Gardens offers Lunch & Learn

Join the staff at Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center for an in-person walking tour and a sit-down Q&A to learn more about the center’s programs. The event is from noon to 1:30 p.m. Friday at 2525 N Ave., National City. Bring your lunch and visit in the garden to learn what’s on the horizon and how to become involved,. A snack of hummus and fresh veggies will be provided. Register at olivewoodgardens.org/events/lunch-learn-3.

Chula Vista club honors member with award

Altrusa International Club of Chula Vista recently celebrated member Rosemarie Hudson, the club’s most senior member, by establishing the Rosemarie Hudson Award in her honor. Altrusa is an organization that serves the community in varying ways. Hudson is a native

San Diegan and has held every position on the club board and also served as foundation treasurer and district secretary. She was the recipient of the Marylin Atwood Outstanding Altrusan Award in 2012. Outside Altrusa, Hudson has also served on the board of directors of the Border View Family YMCA and the Chula Vista Chamber of Commerce. She was honored with the Golden Triangle of Distinguished Service Award for the YMCA of San Diego County in 2012 — one of only six recipients in the county to receive the honor in recognition of volunteer commitment, dedication and loyalty. The club then presented the first Rosemarie Hudson Award to member Rebecca Garcia for her exemplary attendance and participation. Hudson also received a commemorative plaque recognizing her 43 years of service to Altrusa. Visit altrusacv.club.

Free classes to help start a child care business Southwestern College and the Women’s Business Center of San Diego and Imperial Counties offer free classes on how to establish a family childcare business. Earn a Southwestern College Childcare Certificate at the Higher Education Center at National City, 880

National City Blvd., Room 7214. Book an appointment with a Women’s Business Center adviser in English or Spanish. Sign up first at tiny.cc/childcare1; contact kibarra@swccd.edu. After completing the five class modules in the spring semester, graduates may receive a $250 stipend. The free in-person classes start Feb. 14 through March 16. Register in person at Southwestern College National City at the student services office, at tiny.cc/ family-childcare or call (619) 482-6376 for assistance.

Hungry Dog Dash raising funds for XC team

The Point Loma High School Cross Country team and PLHS Pointer Association Cross Country Boosters bring back the Hungry Dog Dash Community 5K race and fundraiser at 8 a.m. Feb. 12 at NTC waterfront park in Liberty Station, 2455 Cushing Road. Get some fresh air and exercise with family and friends before Super Bowl festivities in the afternoon. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome, even four-legged friends. The Usatf-certified and -sanctioned course draws competitors of all levels from the racing community. Registrants receive a Hungry Dog Dash T-shirt, goodie bag and dog tags. Finish line festivities include live music, awards and a community vendor village. All proceeds go to the school’s Pointer Association Cross Country Boosters. Register at hungrydogdash.com. Cost is $35 for ages up to 14 years, and $40 for ages 15 and up. Pre-race packet pick-up is from 9 a .m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 11 at Dick’s Sporting Goods, 3265 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego. Race day packet pick-up starts at 7 a.m. at NTC Park. Contact (619) 204-1287 or plhsxcountry@gmail.com.

Youth4climate

Marina View Park Cleanup Join Youth4climate from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday to clean up Marina View Park, 900 Marina Pkwy., Chula Vista. All welcome, with a particular welcome to students from Chula Vista. Meet in the

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