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Articles by Pat Murphy
A Vista Hero Is Laid To Rest
For a man who was dedicated to country and community, a man who loved his family, his country, and his community, a man who was a perfectionist, and a giant of a man at 5’2”, the ceremony held at Fort Rosecrans overlooking San Diego Bay and the San Diego skyline was pure perfection. A light […]
Read More →A Vista Hero Will Be Laid To Rest
Pat Murphy….Vista, CA –Sgt. Major Joseph J. Parker, USMC Ret. served his country for over 30 years. He served the City of Vista as a Volunteer Deputy Sheriff for over 16 years and as a Code Enforcement Officer for over 1 year. Sgt. Major Parker and his wife Ann are responsible for creating the patriotic […]
Read More →Old Soldiers Do Die – A Memorial Day Special by Pat Murphy
Pat Murphy — I’m writing this at 6:40 pm on Friday May 24th. It’s with a heavy heart that I press down on the keyboard but I feel a need to tell this story. A few minutes ago I received a phone call I was expecting and at the same time dreading. I recognized the […]
Read More →Mamma Mia for 2019
Like I did, you probably think this is just another Mamma Mia production. Also like me, you probably have seen this musical play performed several times and may have even seen the two movies based on this story of love and deceit. I first saw a production of the show in 2000 and have seen […]
Read More →A VHS Christmas
Pat Murphy — Vista, CA …Christmas Day is almost here and one of the ways you can tell this in the City of Vista is the annual Christmas Party held by the Vista Historical Society (VHS). The event is free to the public and provides delicious finger foods, entertainment, a Santa Claus, and lots of […]
Read More →Veterans Day Picnic at the Elks Lodge
It was a crazy week. It was a week full of bad news. There were mass shootings and horrific fire storms. Many people suffered during this time. Lives were lost, homes were destroyed, and those not directly affected felt the sympathetic pain while watching or listening to news broadcasts. Politics continued to be divisive and […]
Read More →Has Vista Politics Gotten Ugly?
Pat Murphy– Vista, CA… In the last few weeks I’ve seen several Facebook postings where the Vista authors were complaining that the campaign signs they placed around the community have disappeared and been replaced by signs touting the opposing candidate. The complaints are coming from volunteers for three different candidates in several races. I know […]
Read More →Vista Celebrates National Ice Cream Month at the Museum
Pat Murphy — Vista, CA …With a formal Proclamation, President Ronald Reagan designated the third Sunday of July as National Ice Cream Day and the month of July as National Ice Cream Month. That was in 1984 and it was noted then that Americans consume more ice cream than any other nation in the world. […]
Read More →Rise of Centenarians
Now, more than any other time, people are living to be 100 years old and longer. These last few months have been incredible … having had the pleasure of knowing these individuals for most of my lifetime. Here is a small list of locals that have achieved this milestone; Ethel R. Arrowsmith (ERA), 105 — […]
Read More →Birds, Nests and Feathers
Pat Murphy– Vista, CA …The July 14, 2018, Kids in the Garden class was titled, “Birds, Nests and Feathers”. Despite the warm weather, the class was well attended with 16 children, 10 adults and 2 dogs on leashes. Butterflies greeted me as I entered the Children’s Garden. The kids were already seated around the Lowes […]
Read More →Longtime Vista Restaurant to Change Hands
Pat Murphy– Vista, CA …Forty years ago and there were no freeways, no signal lights, and very little traffic in Vista. That’s when the little taco shop at the corner of Citrus and Hwy 395 (now Main Street) became known as “The Village Café”. Over the years the restaurant became one of Vista’s most […]
Read More →Vista Honors Military Heroes For 4th of July
Pat Murphy — Vista, CA …The moderately warm July afternoon was strikingly beautiful as I pulled into the driveway to Sergeant Major Parker’s driveway. A gentle on-shore breeze wafted up to the ridge overlooking Vista High School. The red, white and blue flag that the Sergeant Major always flies was waving gently as my wife […]
Read More →LAST WEEKEND To See The Summer Antique Engine & Tractor Show
The coming weekend will be the second and final weekend of the Summer Antique Engine & Tractor Show at Vista’s Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum (AGSEM). This is where Ingenuity, Industry & the Arts come ALIVE! On-going exhibits will include: The Running Steam Traction Engines, the Stationary Steam Engines, N’Scale Model Railroad, Blacksmithing, Weaving […]
Read More →Ivy Bodin Rose Garden Dedicated
Vista, CA …“Things look swell, things look great, We got the whole world on a plate! Starting here, starting now, Everything’s coming up roses!” These lyrics from the musical Gypsy paraphrase my story about a great event that took place this past Sunday. The Grand Opening of the Ivy Bodin Reception Rose Garden at the […]
Read More →Farmer Jones And The Veggie Critters
Pat Murphy — Vista, CA…Thanks to great weather the June “Kids in the Garden” class attracted a whopping 18 children, 2 infants, and 11 adults. Quite an appropriate turn out for what the Amazon’s Alexa I have at home had told me was, “Global Reddit Meetup Day”. Of course this was just a class and […]
Read More →City of Vista Proclaims May 2nd Sgt. Maj. Jay Parker Day
Pat Murphy — Vista, CA Mayor Judy Ritter stood in front of the head table and addressed the overflowing room at the Village Café. The Mayor was reading a City of Vista Proclamation that had been unanimously approved by the City Council. She read the whereas and the wherefore and then proudly announced that […]
Read More →The Annual Soroptimist Salad Luncheon
Pat Murphy…This is an event I look forward to all year long. For me it’s the best of the all the springtime events. I’m referring to the Annual Soroptimist Salad Luncheon. The food is great and there is always a good turn out from the community. On April 12 the turnout at the Grace […]
Read More →VVBA Director Position Eliminated
I remember when Jeffrey Frankel first came to Vista to become the Executive Director of the Vista Village Business Association (the VVBA). He was a much needed breath of fresh air after the scandalous departure of the previous Executive Director. He brought with him 24 years of non-profit experience, a fresh eye, and a ton […]
Read More →An Evening with Lyle Pearce Lovett and Robert Earl Keen
An Evening with Lyle Lovett and Robert Earl Keen brought the heart of Texas to North County on Feb. 13th. The evening consisted of two longtime school friends who were exchanging humorous stories and singing some of their well-known songs. Lovett and Keen sat on the stage surrounded by multiple instruments in front of a […]
Read More →Coffee with the Sheriff In Vista
Pat Murphy …It’s popular and it’s happening across the country. It’s taking place in cities like Edmore, Pontiac, Southhaven, Suffolk, Frisco, Kalamazoo, Yuma, Tampa, Rancho San Diego, Del Mar, Encinitas, and yes, here in Vista. I’m referring to Coffee with the Sheriff. Set-up by the City of Vista in response to requests from the community, […]
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Calendar & Upcoming Events
Jun9Fri6:00 pm “The Wedding Singer” At Moonligh... @ Moonlight Amphitheatre“The Wedding Singer” At Moonligh... @ Moonlight AmphitheatreJun 9 @ 6:00 pm
Moonlight Stage Productions’ 2023 season continues with “The Wedding Singer” (June 7-24), Gates open at 6 pm Curtain 8pm CALENDAR INFORMATION – “The Wedding Singer” (June 7-24), Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for dining and[...]Jun10Sat8:00 am Vista Farmers Market @ Vista Courthouse LotVista Farmers Market @ Vista Courthouse LotJun 10 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pmEvery Saturday – Fresh fruits and vegetables, vendor booths.6:00 pm “The Wedding Singer” At Moonligh... @ Moonlight Amphitheatre“The Wedding Singer” At Moonligh... @ Moonlight AmphitheatreJun 10 @ 6:00 pmMoonlight Stage Productions’ 2023 season continues with “The Wedding Singer” (June 7-24), Gates open at 6 pm Curtain 8pm CALENDAR INFORMATION – “The Wedding Singer” (June 7-24), Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for dining and[...]Jun11Sun6:00 pm “The Wedding Singer” At Moonligh... @ Moonlight Amphitheatre“The Wedding Singer” At Moonligh... @ Moonlight AmphitheatreJun 11 @ 6:00 pmMoonlight Stage Productions’ 2023 season continues with “The Wedding Singer” (June 7-24), Gates open at 6 pm Curtain 8pm CALENDAR INFORMATION – “The Wedding Singer” (June 7-24), Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for dining and[...] -
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