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ENCINITAS — City officials are moving forward with a proposal to defund a controversial proposed staircase at Beacon’s Beach as part of its capital improvement project budget. Additionally, the council is moving forward with a plan to use more than half of the dollars it had set aside for acquiring open space to pay for its long awaited circulation element. The City Council at its May 22 special meeting advanced its proposed $61.6 capital budget plan to the June 12 council meeting for approval.
Kranz, however, also said that he was comfortable with transferring the money because the city was not taking all of the funds. “I guess the important thing is that we have been working to find open space to acquire, and I hope that my colleagues all agree that we should continue to try and find open space to acquire and as opportunities present themselves that we would be in a position to have to take a look at our budget and make some decisions about ways that those opportunities don’t go by the wayside.”
Council’s recommendation will redirect the $3.4 million for the Beacon’s project — which was voted down twice by the Planning Commission — to the El Portal pedestrian and bicycle underpass project.
Councilwoman Kellie Shay Hinze called the decision “a tough pill to swallow,” but said she was encouraged by recent city action to approve the habitat stewardship management program as well as the completion of the living shoreline project — which created sand dunes along Cardiff State Beach — which she said added to the open space along the coast.
But the budget also calls for the council to redirect $590,000 of the $1.18 million it has available to purchase open space to help pay for the circulation element, a plan that addresses how to move people through the city, including improvements to roadways, bikeways, pedestrian paths and other modes of transportation.
“To me our ocean and our beaches are an extension of our open space and really deserving of prioritization,” she said. “And we created more beach for us to enjoy.”
Councilman Tony Kranz has called oritize the circulation element for new budget moves the plan into projects — projects that have
on the city to priseveral years. The the city’s “tier 1” the highest priority.
But Kranz also lamented that it was done at the expense of the open-space fund. “I know that the acquisition of open space is a very important issue for not only for the community but especially for this council,” Kranz said. “So it’s a little bit painful to be using funds that were originally set aside for open space acquisition for the circulation element.” 8
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The proposed capital improvement budget, which amounts to more than $60 million over the next six years, proposes to fund the following projects. North Coast Highway 101 Streetscape — $17.806 million El Portal Pedestrian/Bike Underpass project — $10.184 million Housing Element Update — $1 million Circulation Element — $590,000 Tech Infrastructure Replacement — $458,354 El Camino Real - Mobility/Striping Improvements — $410,000
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South Coast Highway 101 Safety and Mobility Enhancements — $400,000 B Street Sidewalk Project — $353,549 Balour Drive – Corridor Improvements — $350,000 Mackinnon ADA Sidewalk project — $302,000 General Mobility Improvements — $300,000 Safe Routes 2 School Program — $267,803 in the first year; $200,000 in the second year Storm Drain Repair — $250,000 Cottonwood Creek Stormwater Basin Cleaning — $200,000 Santa Fe Drive - HSIP Improvements — $199,000 Update Inclusionary Ordinance — $100,000 Vulcan Avenue Traffic Calming Study/Implementation — $100,000 The proposed budget also calls for a proposed roundabout at Leucadia Boulevard and Hygeia Avenue, which was funded at just under $1 million, to receive $1.5 million. A large portion of the money is front loaded over the first two years of the cycle to help pay for the streetscape, which staff said will likely take the issuance of bonds to complete, unless it can find grant money B A C K
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to defray some of the costs, city staff said in the budget staff report. While the city is expected to have strong revenue projections over the next five years, staff said it wouldn’t be enough to pay for all of the city’s project goals. “While these projections indicate a financially healthy city, it is insufficient to support the planned capital program in the next few years without issuing debt,” the staff report states. “For this reason, staff anticipates that it will be necessary to continue to seek grants or to borrow approximately $22 million in FY 2020-2021.” The latter recommendation is likely to reignite simmering concerns over the project, which were a focal point of the 2018 election. Opponents of the project argued that one of the reasons to reject the streetscape was its heavy price tag. Opponents of the project, however, did not fare well at the ballot box as incumbent Mark Muir and council and mayoral challengers Tony Brandenburg and John Paul Elliott — who all campaigned against the project — lost their respective races. C A L I
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L A N D W A T E R C O . has lead a culinary movement is San Diego since its inception five years ago. Locally owned and operated, Chef Robert Ruiz’s family first came to Carlsbad in 1968. The Land & Water Co. takes its name from the historic heart of Carlsbad it inhabits. The Schutte Mansion, was built in 1887 as a home to the president of the Carlsbad Land & Mineral Water Co., Gerhard Schutte. The history of the home, and its historical significance to the community is part of the authenticity of the space, and the mission of the restaurant’s cuisine. The restaurant serves only the best local ingredients from our lands and local waters and works to service and support the local community. The team at The Land & Water Co. works like a hive mind, always evolving, always pushing themselves to find better products, clean, organic natural sources, and responsible and regenerating practices. The Land & Water Co. is truly a one of a kind experience, offering a unique style of sushi that is both modern and traditional, ranked number one in the city of San Diego consecutively. The Kitchen at The Land & Water Co. is a from scratch, technique driven space, putting out a new style of classic American cuisine. Produce is sourced through Maciel Farms, a local certified Organic farm in Fallbrook, and supplemented by relationships with over 50 other San Diego farms. The seafood is responsibly sourced, and The Land & Water Co. has earned a Leadership ranking, by the James Beard Smart Catch Program. All of the meats and proteins at the restaurant are from a program The Land & WaterCo. had to create themselves, to provide truly natural and wholesome proteins to its guests. The restaurant bakes its own breads, crafts its own desserts and pastry in house, and is certified as a no waste Kitchen. The Land & Water Co. won the 2018 Innovation Award from the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, for reclaiming all of its wastewater, utilizing a full recycling program, and composting all of its organic waste, so the operation of the restaurant actually produces more nutrient rich soil for local farms and communities. The Land & Water Co. is a family of people that work tirelessly to create truly exceptional cuisine, supporting local artisans, and responsible practices.
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For the Last several years, Chef Robert Ruiz has been at the forefront of sustainable seafood. Chef Ruiz approaches his cuisine with great knowledge, passionately fueled. His inventiveness, mindful determination, and meticulous care has earned him recognition as one of the nation’s progressive culinary minds. Chef Ruiz has humble roots in San Diego, CA., and a decade on the Big Island of Hawaii. He trained at the 5-diamond
Hualalai Resort under Chef Alan Wong. In 2010 he earned the title of “Chef of the Fest” at the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. Ruiz’s passion then led him to Japan where his study of fish and food culture coincided with the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. In 2012 and 2013 Ruiz served as the Executive Chef for the Party in the Valley at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen. Ruiz also began working extensively with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). He introduced edible QR code technology that linked his food to NOAA’s FishWatch website. In 2014 Ruiz opened his signature restaurant, The Land & Water Co., recognized in the cities top 10, and San Diego Magazine Critics choice. 2015 Chef Ruiz began his love affair with the Valle de Guadalupe, invited as a Guest Chef to cook at Deckman’s En El Magor, by Michelin Starred Chef Drew Deckman. Chef Ruiz worked with Slowfood USA and attended Terra Madre, Salon de Gusto, Turin, Italy. 2016 Chef Ruiz was recognized as “Chef of the Year” by the San Diego Union Tribune. Chef Ruiz received global recognition for his dedication to improving seafood industry practices at the 2016 Ocean Awards, in London, presented by the Blue Marine Foundation. Chef Ruiz orchestrated and executed the Lionfish event in Bermuda, kicking off of the Americas Cup 2017. October 2017 Ruiz was featured at the StarChefs annual Chefs Congress in Brooklyn, NYC. 2018 The Land & Water Co., is featured in Alice Waters book, “Truth, Love, and Clean Cutlery”. 2019 Ruiz is certified as a Leader for the James Beard Foundation’s SmartCatch Program. Chef Ruiz is currently working on his next project, Hold Fast, a farm to table, fisherman to table, fast casual eatery, inside the Liberty Station Public Market.
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Californians have a lot of pride, and David Addy’s mission is to share that love of
The story behind the Back To Cali stores began when Addy and his wife, Anisa,
our home state and its diversity with the world and to celebrate it locally. With the
were talking about the strong influence California has around the world. “Califor-
upcoming launch of a Back To Cali lifestyle magazine, and three successful stores,
nia is the No. 1 lifestyle brand out there,” he said. “If you wear a California shirt
no doubt he is well on its way. “We want to help the world fall in love with California
anywhere in the world, people recognize it and it makes them think of the chill,
time and time again,” he said.
relaxed vibe here and everything the state has to offer.”
With the growing success of Back To Cali, Addy realized another way he could
In 2011, Back To Cali launched and since then the family-run business has con-
spread his message. “We are about celebrating all cultures in North County,” he
tinued to grow locally and beyond. “We carry a mix of our own brand of Back
said. “With all of the magazines out there, a lot of people are not being highlight-
To Cali merchandise as well as a selection of carefully hand-picked California
ed. With Back To Cali magazine, we want to balance that a bit. We aren’t looking to
fashions and gifts that are truly legitimate,” Addy said. “We have a huge local fol-
compete with what is out there, we want to be an addition. We want to focus on the
lowing here in North County who want to buy our branded apparel. Our clothing is
people, places and events that aren’t often included. It’s about unity in diversity.”
geared toward locals and tourists alike. We are the go-to place for locals to bring
The Coast News and Back To Cali have partnered to bring a bi-monthly lifestyle
their visiting guests to shop.”
magazine to North County that encompasses everything the area has to offer. Art, music, surfing, skateboarding, and businesses and people doing great things are
Back To Cali Magazine will be distributed at the three stores as well as hundreds
a few of the magazine’s focuses.
of locations north county locations where The Coast News is found. Back To Cali’s three locations are: 300 Carlsbad Village Drive #107 in Carlsbad Village Faire;
Chris Kydd, associate publisher of The Coast News, is enthusiastic about the op-
509 S. Coast Highway 101 in Encinitas; and 2525 El Camino Real at The Shoppes
portunities the partnership will present. “This is a chance for us to celebrate the
at Carlsbad.
story of North County, to create something meaningful,” he said. “David has an exciting vision and we are coming together to create an entirely new product. He
For more information, or to join us on our journey, email features@backtocali.
is passionate about community, and together we want to serve and engage a new
com and share your story of California.
— and sometimes underserved — audience.”
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CHRISTINA RICHARDS zero balancing practitioner
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People come to me with chronic neck and shoulder pain, low back pain and discomfort, frequent headaches and depression. There’s a yearning in them to trust something deeper and actually know how good life can be. It’s part of your belief structure, so you get it mentally, but it’s not part of your experience. My work is to bring you from believing in the power of this universe and believing in how good life can be - to actually having that be your daily experience. And more so having it be an experience that will never leave you.
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I N T R O D U C I N G Z E R O B A L A N C I N G As a certified Zero Balancing Practitioner, I engage the whole body by placing gentle pressure or traction into key joints and other bony landmarks. Being met and engaged at bone energy level, it is easy to release areas of deeply held tension. The skilled touch of Zero Balancing, known as ZB, redirects energy and attention away from the outer world, inviting you into to an internal feeling of calmness, mental clarity and inner peace. ZB serves as an antidote to our mod ern condition. ZB is empowering. The energy contacted in bone is gently redistributed throughout the system, releasing stuck energy stored as tension and contraction. This is recycling at it’s best. Your own life force is liberated to flow in a more free and balanced way, helping to resolve pain and distress. Zero Balancing is a gentle but powerful hands-on bodywork system that facilitates both structural balance and a clearer, stronger flow of energy in the body. ZB sessions produce an experience of deep relaxation and renewed vitality while helping to relieve symptoms of physical and emotional stress. Recent ZB research studies confirmed an average stress reduction of 61% during a 30-minute ZB session versus a 12% stress reduction for clients during an equivalent rest period. ZB is also known to support self discovery, self-acceptance and a person’s ability to create positive, life-affirming change. 18
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Zero Balancing supports the innate wellness beneath all illness, pain or distress. Grounded in precise technique and anatomical detail, its principles work in harmony with the natural world. ZB is a healing system that shares much in common with mediation, yoga, tai chi and other Eastern practices which promote deep relaxation of the body and mind. Zero Balancing counteracts the physiological and psychological effects of the “fight or flight” mechanism that causes anxiety, chronic muscular tension and depletion of the immune system. Initial research also indicates that ZB may stimulate delta and theta brainwave patterns in the brain. These vibrational patterns are intrinsically healing. Delta and theta waves are akin to brainwaves experienced in deep meditation – producing happiness, inner peace and expansion of consciousness. If you’re ready to move into the experience of feeling good in your body now, then let’s talk. Yes, talk. I’m old school and like to connect that way, so here’s my phone number: (760) 642-8936. Ready?
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N E W L E A F Danny (singer/songwriter) fronted Los Angeles based Reggae/Soul band INTERNATIONAL FARMERS who wrote two albums before he moved to Hawaii. After two years on the island, he moved to Carlsbad to become a rep for Stone Brewing Co. Scott Clayton, long time friend in the biz, came across him online one day & noticed he moved to the area. Knowing Danny’s skills & style, Scott jumped on the opportunity to start a project with him. Scott Clayton, owner of local booking agency On Point Promotions is on drums. Kevin Vance is on bass. Adam Arredondo (AKA “JahMex”) has been a solid keyboardist/producer/performer in the reggae scene for well over a decade. Jeff Dresser plays sax in New Leaf as well as SM Familia. Logan Stevens is on Trombone to round it out! The name “New Leaf” derives from us all coming back to music after along breaks from the craft. Opening a new chapter in life, looking at things in a new & positive way, and starting over fresh is what New Leaf is all about. We feel our sounds reflect this way of thinking as we feel it’s very unique & special. 20
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A: Mostly New Zealand Reggae/Dub bands like: Fat Freddies Drop, Black Seeds, & Katchafire. We also have a history of loving Punk Rock. W H A T
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A: Psydecar, Roots Covenant, One Hot Planet, Seedheads, Maka Roots, Ocean Natives, Sensi Trails, Fluid Foundation, Piracy Conspiracy, Lanye Tadesse & New Nation, Scatword, Synrgy, Rockaway Kings, Sandollar, Simpkin Project, The Devastators, Vibes Up Strong, The Good Tones, Indica Roots, The Tones, Pali Roots, KL Noise Makers, Bonneville 7, Brothers Gow, Ginger Roots, Stranger, Shane Shipley Band, High Tide Society, Loom, Red Wizard, Great Electric Quest, Wally World, Kut U Up, Beebs & Her Moneymakers, Imagery Machine, Casey Hensely……..
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A: It puts smiles on faces. Reggae, beaches & sunshine go hand in hand. In this hustle & bustle world, we need some positive vibes & good vibrations. Reggae creates positive energy.
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North County has a long and storied history with skateboarding.
What was a niche sport in the 1970s is now mainstream and headed
Skate Parks changes the game!
for the Olympics. And in Vista, one company has been at the center
of the explosion of professional tours, events and now, developing talent.
training, thus launching its California Training Facility (CA | TF). California Skate California Skate Parks is the industry leader when it comes to course
Parks moved out of its Carlsbad office into a larger facility in Vista, 1410 Vantage
design, according to President Jeff Jewett. “Pretty quickly it caught
Court, which Jewett jokingly referred to as the “tri-city vortex,” to incorporate its in-
on and started building some of the best skate parks in the world,”
door park and street courses as well as manufacturing efforts and business offices.
he said. The addition of the indoor training courses also allows riders to incorporate other The company has designed hundreds, if not more than a thousand,
training techniques, such as landing pads, an idea Jewett was turned on to after
park courses, those skaters find in cities around the country and
helping a friend in Arizona with his gymnastics program.
world. One breakthrough came with the rise of the X-Games, which used wood instead of the riders’ natural habitat of concrete.
California Skate Parks offers private training and is also open to the public, thus fostering more avenues for training.
Naturally, California Skate Parks saw an opportunity and began de-
In fact, the park has become a beacon for some of the world’s top prospects as
sign and constructing temporary “street” courses for large-scale events and pro tours. Then, the Olympics accepted skateboarding as an official sport for the 2020 games in Tokyo.
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California Skate Parks was the obvious choice to design those courses as well. Jewett said the Olympics will feature two competitions — one in park and one in street. But before the Olympics came calling, it was the formation of two professional skating tours, along with the X-Games, which took California Skate Parks to another level. The company was able to scale its efforts and design temporary skate parks for the tours, which have grown more visible and popular. “At the Maloof Money Cup (in 2008) … they did the richest con-
riders from Canada, Europe and China all come to training in Vista. Jewett said a
test in history and wanted to change the game completely,” Jewett
provincial team from China moved to the area so it could train up until the coun-
explained. “They did an all concrete course that California Skate
try’s Olympic selection process.
Parks did. It was the first time it was done and it was phenomenal. It changed the game in event course and pretty much since that time
“Really, we’re just taking cues from other sports that are similar,” Jewett said of
you can’t go backwards.”
the new training techniques. “It’s not trying to do it to the concrete down 10 stairs to begin with, which is the usual skateboard tactic. We’re not reinventing anything
As the company grew, it began to realize another opportunity with
because there wasn’t anything here.”
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The person standing face to face with you has top priority. It’s rude to leave
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Keep your private matters private. No one wants to hear the most intimate
the person you are with feeling less important than the caller.
aspects of your life.
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Speak softly. Nothing is more annoying than listening to someone’s loud, brash, conversation.
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Respect the personal space of others. Try to keep a good 10ft distance between you and others. Don’t keep people trapped in your space such as on an elevator, or bank line.
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Tell callers you are on your cell phone. This way they’ll know to expect interruptions and disconnections.
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Know when to turn your phone completely off. Worship Service, weddings, funerals, the waiting room of the doctor’s office, movies, and enclosed public places are off limits.
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Be wary of novelty ringtones, and use the vibrate function often. Not everyone wants to hear some pop star’s latest hit while you search for your phone.
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Use earpieces only while driving and keep calls to a minimum. Nothing’s more confusing than a person walking towards you, ranting out loud, with their ear piece in, and you think they’re ranting to you or just plain crazy. For your safety, if you must use your phone for an extended time while driving, pull over.
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Use your phone’s features, such as Voicemail, Caller Id, and Text messaging. This way you’ll never miss an important message, you’ll know exactly who’s calling, and you can send a brief message without interrupting the party you are with.
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Inform callers that you’ve just adopted new rules for cell phone manners and ask them to do the same. Spreading the rules will help our society develop better cell phone manners.
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and adults. In addition to that, we have a program where we train other individu-
pay half the bill. If he asks you out on a date he’s already figured it out and if he
als and give them their certifications so they can become an etiquette consultant
picks the place he knows how much he’s going to spend and so forth. Most men
and we also license them so they can operate as a Swann School Protocol in
don’t go into the situation hoping the woman will pay.
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A: I’m a student of etiquette. When I was very young my mom introduced me to etiquette because I was really shy and reserved so she sent me to etiquette school and then I moved into the area of pageant, so I’m a pageant girl at heart. Every pageant I was involved with had an etiquette component to it. C A N
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A: One piece of etiquette advice I could share is the three core values of good manners. Apply respect, honesty, and consideration to anything and everything that you do.
There might be some who slip through the cracks and if so then, they shouldn’t be dating, hahaha. With that being said for a first date for young ladies this is something in my expert and honest opinion I believe chivalry is still alive. There are some aspects to it that are relevant today, and paying for the meal on the first date is one of them. W H O
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A: One of my icons is Martha Stuart. She took everything from baking and crafts and catering and really made this massive empire. I really appreciate what she’s done with her company and most of what she’s done I tend to model myself after her. That’s why I have a publishing company as well. One of the things that’s down the line for me is to have Elaine Swann inspired merchandise and products. I want to see people eating off of Elaine Swann plates and serving with Elaine Swann silverware and hanging Elaine Swann curtains in their home etc. C A N
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A: Recently I had a young client in Northern CA. One of the services I provide is coaching for pageants. She came to me in July 2018 and competed in the Ms. California pageant in February. When she came to me she was incredibly shy and very withdrawn but wanted to compete in this pageant. Looking at how she was, and working on her from the inside she went from this really reserved young lady who was walking with her shoulders hunched over and not much confidence to by the end she had blossomed into this butterfly. In the end she took home best runway walk! You can find out more about Elaine at www.swannschoolofprotocol.com.
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Featuring up to 200 merchants and spanning four city blocks, Main-
The Del Mar Farmers Market is held from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Del Mar Civic
Street Oceanside’s Sunset Market is San Diego County’s top weekly
Center at 1050 Camino del Mar between 10th and 11th streets. This is
food and music street fair. Every Thursday from 5-9 p.m., thousands of
a certified and nonprofit Farmers Market supporting California Farmers
residents and visitors alike gather here to enjoy hot food from around
by providing opportunities to sell directly to the public. The Market of-
the world, gourmet goodies and desserts, eclectic shopping and live
fers organic and pesticide-free seasonal fruits and vegetables, potted
entertainment. Located on Pier View Way west of Coast Highway in
herbs, orchids, international cuisine, eggs, seafood, hummus, bread
Downtown Oceanside since 2007, this free, family-friendly event also
and baked goods, cheese, granola, almond butter, kettle corn, honey,
features Dorothy’s KidZone with children’s activities.
jam, fruit juice, kombucha, and arts & crafts. For more information, visit
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Dust off your wildest hat, grab your best suit and for Opening Day at the
Farmers — often described as one of San Diego’s mainstay bands with
Del Mar Racetrack on Wednesday, July 17. This day is not only about big
contagious energy, grit, and rock. Like Bo Diddley, CCR, Joe South, and
bets and fast horses, but celebrating the season in style.
the Yardbirds shoved into a food processor, you won’t want to miss this
Make sure to put your best hat forward and participate in the famous
heart-thumpin’ performance. The music starts and cash bar opens at
Opening Day Hats Contest tradition where contestants can enter to
7 p.m. Galleries close at 8 p.m. A limited number of reserved tables of
win cash prizes. Visit www.dmtc.com for tickets and more information
four are available. Call (760) 435-3721 or visit oma-online.org.
including a full calendar of the season’s events.
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The world’s top professional female surfers will be back in Oceanside for the 12th annual Super Girl Surf Pro, a three-day event July 26 to July 28. The weekend will be jam-packed with competitions that will have you on your toes and a festival village loaded with female-inspired vendors, activities and entertainment. The event is free to attend!
The Super Girl Pro is the only World Surf League (WSL) 6-Star event in the U.S., and it offers valuable points for surfers to qualify into the Women’s Championship Tour in 2020. For more information, visit https://supergirlpro.com/
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The Burgers & Brews Invitational returns for an exciting day at the Del Mar Racetrack! The fun-filled day showcasing more than 100 top craft beers including 2019 award-winning craft breweries alongside unlimited samples from the best burger establishments in all of San Diego. Your Burgers & Brews ticket includes: • Track Admission • Racing Program & Tipsheet • Unlimited Burgers, French Fries & Tater Tots • Five Craft Beer Tastings & Souvenir Tasting Mug • Exclusive Trackside Viewing Area • Beer Stein Holding Contest
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The Uncorked Del Mar Wine Fest will take place from 2 to 6 p.m. at the
The streets of Downtown Encinitas will be rockin’ and rollin’ when En-
infield at the Del Mar Racetrack. Enjoy over 150 wines, gourmet food
cinitas Cruise Nights, sponsored by O’Reilly Auto Parts , rolls back into
and music all while trackside watching the live races.
town! The third Thursday of each summer month from 5:30 to 7:30
Uncorked General Admission includes:
p.m. through September, foreign automobiles, classic cars and Wood-
• Unlimited wine tasting
ies will line S. Coast Highway 101 from D Street to K Street. Be sure
• Racetrack Admission & Exclusive Viewing area
to come by and take part in the fun! The event is open and free to the
• Uncorked VIP Admission includes:
public. Every car in attendance is eligible for awards and there is no
• Early event access at 2 p.m.
cost for displaying or viewing the cars. Come early for the best park-
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• Racing Tip Sheet
fantastic restaurants in Downtown Encinitas before the event “shifts into high gear.”
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The Leucadia Certified Farmers Market is held every Sunday from
The city of Solana Beach and the Belly Up Tavern bring local musicians
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the school grounds of Paul Ecke Central School
to the Fletcher Cove Park stage in performances designed for audi-
located at 185 Union Street. The Leucadia Certified Farmers Market
ences of all ages. The free event enjoys family recreation and cultural
has 75-plus vendors with amazing flowers, plants and fresh produce
experiences in an outdoor sunset setting by the beach. Concerts are
including a large Certified Organic Section. In addition, you will find
held every Thursday night throughout the summer at Fletcher Cove
specialty foods like bakeries, beef, seafood, marinades, pastas, sauces
Park at 111 S. Sierra Avenue at 6 p.m. What to bring: beach chairs,
etc. Come hungry as they also have a very nice food court serving
blankets, picnics, friends. What NOT to bring: alcohol, tobacco, grills
breakfast and lunch. Local artisans too! For more information, visit
For more information, call (858) 720 2453 or visit www.cityofsolana-
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Sunday Summer Concerts by the Sea kick off on July 7. What better place to enjoy great summer music than on the beach, with your toes in the sand! This summer, Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts brings more fun to the beach concert experience. Summer Concerts are held right on the sand at beautiful Moonlight Beach in Encinitas.
July 18: Quintinn Holi July 25: Donnis Trio Aug. 1: Rolf Olsen Quartet Aug. 8: Hullabaloo Aug. 15: The Magic Montgomery Brothers Aug. 22: Sully
Concerts take place from 3 to 5 p.m. Glass, alcohol, smoking and dogs are prohibited on Encinitas beaches. Call (760) 633-2756 for info. Full Lineup for 2019: • July 7: Cold Duck - Old School 70s and 80s • July 21: Kings of 88 - Classic Piano Rock • Aug. 4: Smokin’ Cobras - Funky 60s and 70s • Aug. 18: The Mighty Untouchables - Top 40 Hits Come enjoy fun at the beach. 27
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Started in 1994, the State Street Farmers’ Market takes place in downtown Carlsbad every Wednesday from 3 to 7 p.m. Enjoy fresh organic produce, locally prepared foods, handmade crafts, and live entertainment in the heart of Carlsbad Village on State St. between Carlsbad Village Dr. and Grand Ave. They offer approximately 18 produce vendors, 25 packaged specialty food vendors, six prepared/
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The Carlsbad Triathlon on July 14 begins at Tamarack Surf Beach, and follows the coastline of Carlsbad, past scenic beaches, lagoons and a wildlife preserve. This triathlon boasts a sprint and sprint plus distance. This race is for everybody: from first-timers to the elites, and their friends and family! The race is done in heats beginning with an open-water ocean swim, which is well-marked with buoys. The swim is followed by a bike course, and the race finishes with a run along the beautiful Pacific Ocean coastline. The roads are wide and completely closed to traffic. The course is mostly flat with a couple of rolling areas. For more information, visit https://renegaderaceseries.com/ carlsbad-triathlon
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Held every August, the Oceanside International Film Festival officially
The Belly Up Tavern, located at 143 S. Cedros Avenue in Solana
kicks off a season of film festivals, which are conducted annually in
Beach, has plenty of shows on tap for the month of August.
San Diego county. Established in 2009, OIFF is an opportunity for independent filmmakers to have their work screened along the county’s
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rich history, beautiful beaches, and unique artistic community. Film
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industry guests and general attendees alike will appreciate the ocean-
For tickets and more information as well as a full calendar, visit
infused atmosphere surrounding the city, where the festival is held.
https://bellyup.com/
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The Leucadia Certified Farmers Market is held every Sunday from
11 at the Oceanside Pier’s South Side. This one-of-a-kind competi-
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the school grounds of Paul Ecke Central School
tion in Oceanside is full of “Ohana” (Hawaiian for “family”) and good
located at 185 Union Street. The Leucadia Certified Farmers Market
vibes. You might even find yourself among a ukulele jam session
has 75-plus vendors with amazing flowers, plants and fresh produce
between surf contests. The event brings in local and national talent
including a large Certified Organic Section. In addition, you will find
in competitions of longboarding, noseriding, tandem teams, paddle-
specialty foods like bakeries, beef, seafood, marinades, pastas, sauces
board races and more. All proceeds go to the Guy Takayama Founda-
etc. Come hungry as they also have a very nice food court serving
tion, which provide college scholarships for underserved youth,
breakfast and lunch. Local artisans too! For more information, visit
among other charities.
www.leucadiafarmersmarket.com.
For more information, visit https://oceansidelongboardsurfingclub.org/
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