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This Edition of the North County Sun is Dedicated to Aaron Loy

By Andy Lee A quote from National Best­ selling Author, Anne Lamott, is “The two best prayers I know are help me, help me, help me, and thank you, thank you, thank you.” Whenever I, or someone I know gets sick or is in a bad situation I find myself asking for help. And contrary to that, whenever something good, great, or miraculous happens, I find myself saying “Thank you.” This was the case when I found out that 18-year old Carlsbad resident and recent La Costa Canyon High School graduate, Aaron Loy, had contracted an extremely aggressive strain of Neisseria Bacterial Meningitis during his third month as a UCSB freshman. I’ve known Aaron’s parents since their UCSB days up in Santa Barbara, before they were married, and recently had the pleasure of

attending Aaron’s high school graduation ceremony and party. Life sometimes throws us curve balls, but as a par­ ent, I know the worst nightmare is having something bad happen to our children.

Without getting into too much detail, the more news I kept getting about Aaron’s life threatening condition the more I was stressing out and praying for help. All I knew was that the situation was very serious and that his life was in danger.

I was a total mental mess for two weeks. Weeks later, when I found out that Aaron had a good chance of survival, I found myself saying “thank you, thank you, thank you.”

Thanks to Aaron’s fast thinking school mates, countless doctors, surgeons, nurses and miracles, Aaron has pulled through; but in the aftermath of this deadly disease, has lost both his legs. The Loy family is one of the most lov­ ing, and strongest families I know and has been cheering Aaron on from the sidelines, just as they’ve always done at Aaron’s countless soccer and lacrosse games. Aaron is a competitor, a fighter, a winner, and an inspiration to us

all. Eleven weeks later, after more than a dozen operations since November, Aaron was able to leave UCSD Medical Burn Center for Sharp Memorial Hospital for a rigorous rehabilitation program. After about three weeks of physi­ cal rehab and learning many new mobilization skills at Sharp, Aaron’s positive mindset and fighting spirit have allowed him to finally return home. I’m happy to say that Aaron is at home eating, exercising, and improving daily.

Everyone is looking forward to the day (hopefully this coming fall semester) when Aaron will be able to head back north to resume his studies at UCSB. I am 100% confident that Aaron will overcome any obstacle put in front of him. He’s that kind of competitor and spirit. Let’s keep rallying together to give Aaron the best fighting chance so he can compete with the best of them, and help Aaron get the best prosthetics and care that’s available. Please read about Aaron Loy’s story on www.HelpHopeLive.org and please make a donation. Any amount will help. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Aaron with hospital staff and S.D. Chargers Nick Novak and retired Charger Darren Bennett

Feel Great Look Great Inc. Foundation is a Home Run! Foundation and Padres Team Up to Help Chemo Patients Get Assistance to Purchase Wigs–Purchase Tickets Now! Cathy Ketchum, Founder and Director of “Feel Great Look Great Foundation, Inc” and owner of The Headquarters Salon and Wig Store in San Marcos, is making her life dream come true. Partnering with the San Diego Padres, “Feel Great Look Great, Inc” has purchased group tickets from the San Diego Padres at a discounted rate and is reselling them to help raise desperately needed money for the foun­ dation that helps chemo patients purchase quality wigs so they can feel better by looking their best with dignity while going through and after chemo therapy. You will make a tax-deductible donation to “Feel Great Look Great, Inc” when you purchase tickets to see the San Diego Padres play the Detroit Tigers at Petco Park on Sunday, April 13, at 1:10 PM. When you call the foundation at (888) 519-3454 and order tickets to this game you will receive a tax-deductible receipt. A portion of the ticket sales will go to the foundation.

The Headquarters was recently voted Retailer of the Month by Raquel Welch Wigs and is one of the best plac­ es in all of San Diego to get a wig or hairpiece, especially if you are a recovering chemo patient. Ketchum is an expert with wigs and styling hair and her specialty is working with chemo patients. It has been her dream to have a foundation to help patients that need help purchasing a wig. Cathy’s new 501(c)(3) charity foundation “Feel Great Look Great, Inc” does just this. Chemo patients that need help with purchasing a wig can apply for financial

assistance and the Foundation board will consider every application and quickly advise patients of its decision.

As far as Cathy knows, this is the first foundation of its kind. Cathy and her foundation are just starting up, so if you can, please make a tax-free donation to help chemo patients look their best while going through the process.

Some patients need better quality “real hair” wigs that last through washing and maintaining for two years or longer.

Experience really matters in this business. Ketchum began working with wigs in East Lansing Michigan in 1975.

She opened her first Headquarters Salon in San Marcos on Rancho Santa Fe Drive in 1985, and just recently opened a new, beautiful 2,700 square-foot salon and wig store in San Marcos on North Twin Oaks Road near Hwy 78, across the street from the US Post Office.

The wig store carries synthetic and human wigs and hairpieces by Sherri Shepherd, Jon Renau, Raquel Welch, and Eva Gabor and has a private consultation room. The Headquarters will find and fit you with the perfect wig.

And because they are a full-service salon they will custom cut your wig to perfectly fit you, and to make it even more natural, they will also color it to match your hair color or give it a perm. They have over 100 wigs on display includ­ ing a brand new line of wigs called “Now” for darker skin complexions by The View co-host, Sherri Shepherd. If you purchase a wig from them, they will cut it and customize

San Diego Padre Will Veneble. Photo by Jim Waldorf

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Headquarters specializes in working with chemo patients.

Cathy says, “My whole heart is in the chemo side of the business. I just love my work so much. It’s not about the money.”

By the way, the 501(c)(3) foundation is also accepting donated household items that are in good condition such as furniture, clothing, electronics, and kitchen items to resell at their new foundation retail store in San Marcos.

Items purchased are tax deductible. Call (888) 519-3454.

The Headquarters Salon and Wig Store is located at 405 N. Twin Oaks Valley Rd #114, San Marcos 92069. Call (760) 744-2911. Or call “Feel Great Look Great, Inc” for Padres tickets, donations, or information at (888) 519-3454.

San Diego Botanic Garden Herb Festival, Plant Sale and Tomatomania March 15 – 16, 9am – 5pm Sharon Lovejoy will be the special guest speak­ er at this year’s Herb Festival, Spring Plant Show and Tomatomania®. Sharon’s passion for the natural world guided her to become an award winning nature, garden­ ing, and children’s book author and water color illustra­ tor. As a graduate with Distinction in the Field of Art from San Diego State University, Sharon successfully combined her training in art with her love of botany and natural sci­ ence. As a recognized gardening expert, Sharon has lec­ tured throughout the United States at conferences, edu­ cational symposia, museums, botanic gardens, arboreta, public and private educational institutions. In addition to

Sharon’s presentations, there will be on-going speakers on garden and herb-related topics, guided tours of the Herb Garden, Herb Festival Marketplace, and the Herbs information booth.

There will be special craft activity for the kids featuring the Herb of the Year—Artemisias. The aromatic leaves of some species are used for flavoring such as A. dracunculus (tarragon) which is widely used as a culinary herb, and is particularly important in French cuisine.

The San Diego Botanic Garden is located at 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas. For more information about these events call (760) 436-3036 or visit www.sdbgarden.org.

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Find a Complete Calendar of Events at www.NorthCountySun.com Dates and times of events subject to change

February

Chinese New Year – 15-Day Celebration Jan. 31 to Feb 14.

Black History Month Museum Month (Feb) 50% off at participating museums. Discount passes available at Macy’s.

Whale Watching Season through April.

2/1-2 San Diego Black Film Festival at Reading Theatre in San Diego www.sdbff.com.

2/1-2 Bojo’s Place – A musical commemorating Black History Month

at Community Actors Theatre in San Diego www.communityactorstheatre.com.

2/1 – 3/16 Our Lives Our Stories: America’s Greatest Generation Art Exhibit at William D. Cannon Art Gallery in Carlsbad www.carlsbadca.gov/arts.

2/1 San Diego Sockers vs. Toros de Mexico at the Valley View Casino Center. Game begins 7:05pm. (866) 799-4625. www.sdsockers.com.

2/1-2 San Diego Black Film Festival. Reading Cinema Gaslamp 15.

(619) 234-0022. www.sdbff.com.

2/1-2 Who Am I This Time (& Other Conundrums of Love), North Coast Repertory Theatre. (858) 481-1055. www.northcoastrep.org.

2/1 Sunrise Stroll at the San Diego Zoo. 7:30am.

(619) 231-1515. www.sandiegozoo.org 2/1 Balboa Theatre: Behind the Scenes Tour. 10am. (619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

2/1-2 Laguna Playhouse presents Ring of Fire: The Songs of Johnny Cash. 606 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach. (949) 497-2787. www.lagunaplayhouse.com.

2/1-9 AVO Playhouse in Vista presents Nunsense. 303 Main Street, Vista. (760) 724-2110. www.moonlightstage.com.

2/1-28 Surfside Satellite Wagering Horse Racing. Del Mar Fairgrounds.

(858) 755-1167. www.surfsideraceplace.com 2/1 Hike in San Marcos–Cerro De Las Posas Park to Palomar Aboretum.

8:30am at Cerro de Las Posas Park. www.ci.san-marcos.net.

2/1-23 The Old Globe Theatre presents Bethany. 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego. (619) 234-5623. www.TheOldGlobe.org.

2/2 Groundhog Day 2/2-3/30 Bingo Del Mar. 3pm every Sunday. Free admission, Bingo buy-ins start at $25. Surfside Race Place at Del Mar Fairgrounds.

(858) 509-5175. www.BingoFunDelMar.com.

2/2 The Cardiff Kook Run – 5K and 10K at Moonlight Beach Parking lot, 7:30-11:30am. www.cardiffkookrun.com.

2/2 Superbowl XLVII at Mercedes-Benz Superdome – East Rutherford, NJ. AFC Champions vs. NFC Champions. www.superbowl.com..

2/2 San Diego Opera’s Pagliacci at San Diego Civic Center. www.sdopera.com.

2/3 Bird Watching, First Monday of the month at San Diego Botanic Garden. 8am, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encintas. (706) 436-3036. www.sdbgarden.org.

2/3 Free Family Art Day at Oceanside Museum of Art: Explore the World of Paper. (760) 435-3720. www.oma-online.org.

2/4-5 Pepper performs at the Belly Up Tavern, 9pm. (858) 481-8140. www.bellyup.com.

2/4 California Center for the Arts, Escondido presents Tales Alive: Musical Folk Tales. 9:30am & 11:30am. (760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

2/5 WOW First Wednesdays-Sweethearts of Swing, California Center for the Arts, Escondido. 1pm, 4pm & 7pm. (760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

2/5 Chippendales. 9pm at House of Blues San Diego. (619) 299-2583. www.houseofblues.com.

2/6 Delorean, Until The Ribbon Breaks at The Casbah, 8:30pm.

(888) 512-7469. www.casbahmusic.com.

2/6-16 24th Annual San Diego Jewish Film Festival. (858) 274-9994. www.sdcjc.org.

2/7 The Fresh Beat Band at the Valley View Casino Center. 6:30pm. www.valleyviewcasinocenter.com.

2/7-23 Winter Olympics 2014 in Sochi Russia.

2/7 Bojo’s Place – A musical commemorating Black History Month at Community Actors Theatre in San Diego www.communityactorstheatre.com.

2/7 La Jolla Music Society presents Joshua Bell, Violin & Sam Haywood, Piano. 8pm at Balboa Theater. (619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

2/7-8 Youth Fishing Derby Camp Out at Lake Poway. (858) 668-4770. www.ci.poway.ca.us.

2/8 An Evening with Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo. Belly Up Tavern, 9pm. (858) 481-8140. www.bellyup.com 2/8-9 Sweetheart Sail on the Bay. Celebrate Valetine’s Day aboard a ship on the San Diego Bay. 1492 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego.

(619) 234-9153. www.sdmaritime.org.

2/8-9 32nd Annual Chinese New Year Food & Cultural Fair. 9am-5pm.

Downtown San Diego, (619) 232-3821. www.sdchinesecenter.org.

2/8 Mermaid Series Half Marathon in San Diego. www.mermaidseries.com.

San Diego Padres Schedule

(Pre-Season)

2/27 @ Mariners 12:05pm 2/28 vs. Mariners, 12:05pm 3/1 @ Royals, 12:05pm 3/3 @ Giants, 12:05pm 3/4 vs. D-Backs, 12:01pm 3/5 @ White Sox, 12:05pm 3/6 vs. Rangers, 12:05pm 3/7 @ Brewers, 12:05pm 3/8 vs. Indians, 12:05pm 3/9 @ D-Backs, 1:10pm 3/10 @ Rockies, 1:10pm 3/11 vs. Athletics, 1:05pm 3/12 @ Indians, 1:05pm 3/13 vs. Brewers, 1:05pm 3/14 vs. Angels, 1:05pm 3/15 @ Dodgers 1:05pm

3/16 vs. Royals, 1:05pm 3/17 vs. Rockies, 1:05pm 3/18 @ Mariners, 7:05pm 3/20 vs. Giants, 7:05pm 3/21 @ Mariners, 7:05pm 3/22 vs. White Sox (SS), 1:05pm 3/23 @ Rangers, 1:05pm 3/24 @ Cubs, 7:05pm 3/25 vs. Cubs (SS), 7:05pm 3/26 vs. Royals, 12:05pm 3/27 vs. Diablos Rojos del Mexico, 7:10pm 3/28 vs. Indians, TBD 3/29 vs. Indians, TBD 3/31 vs. Dodgers (Home opening game), TBD

2/8 For the Love of Chocolate & Second Saturday “Sweet Art”

Festival. Downtown Escondido, 1-5pm. Music and tasting event for exotic chocolates with wine, champagne, and beer. Grand Ave and N. Kalmia. www.downtownescondido.com.

2/8 San Diego Padres Fanfest at Petco Park. www.padres.com.

2/8 San Diego Showcase of Champions Cheer and Dance Competition.

Town & Country Convention Center. www.sharpint.biz.

2/8 An Intimate Solo Acoustic Performance by Citizen Cope. 8pm at the Balboa Theatre. (619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

2/8-3/16 The Old Globe Theatre presents The Winter’s Tale. 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego. (619) 234-5623. www.TheOldGlobe.org.

2/9 Zappa Plays Zappa. 8pm at House of Blues San Diego.

(619) 299-2583. www.houseofblues.com.

2/9 San Dieguito Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk in picturesque Rancho Santa Fe. www.kathyloperevents.com 2/9 San Diego Sockers vs. Ontario Fury at the Valley View Casino Center.

Game begins at 5:05pm. (866) 799-4625. www.sdsockers.com.

2/10 St. Lucia at The Casbah, 8:30pm. (888) 512-7469. www.casbahmusic.com.

2/11-3/9 The Who & The What. La Jolla Playhouse. 2910 La Jolla Village Drive. (858) 550-1010. www.lajollaplayhouse.org.

2/12 Secret Chiefs 3 at The Casbah, 8:30pm. (888) 512-7469. www.casbahmusic.com.

2/13 Magic 92.5 presents Art Laboe’s Valentines Super Love Jam. 7:30pm at the Valley View Casino Center. www.valleyviewcasinocenter.com.

2/13 Los Lobos with Sergio Mendoza Y La Orkesta. Belly Up Tavern, 8pm. (858) 481-8140. www.bellyup.com.

2/14 Valentine’s Day 2/14 Valentine’s Day Dinner at San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Romantic evening w/ 4-course meal and bottle of champagne in Hunte Nairobi Pavilion. $99-$123 per couple www.sdzsafaripark.org.

2/14 Dead Man’s Party Valentine’s Day Ball with The Burning of Rome. Belly Up Tavern, 9pm. (858) 481-8140. www.bellyup.com.

2/14 Valentine’s Day luncheon at San Marcos Community Center Call (760) 744.5535 for lunch reservations and classes or visit www.san-marcos.net/seniors.

2/14-16 22nd Annual Kuumba Fest at Lyceum Theatre, Horton Plaza.

(619) 544-1000. www.lyceumevents.org.

2/14 Brian Regan, Live Comedy Tour. 7:30pm & 10pm at the Balboa Theatre. (619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

2/14 The Harlem Globetrotters at the Valley View Casino Center.

7pm. www.valleyviewcasinocenter.com.

2/14 Art After Dark Valentine’s Day Festival at Oceanside Museum of Art www.oma-online.org 2/14 Music by the Sea Concert Series: Smoke & Mirrors Ensemble.

7:30pm at Encinitas Library. (760) 633-2740. www.ci.encinitas.ca.us.

2/14 Fun Friday Nights for Kids 4-12 yrs. $20/child. City of San Marcos. (760) 744-9000. www.ci.san-marcos.net.

2/14 Valentine’s Dinner at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

5:30pm-7:30pm. (619) 718-3000. www.sdzsafaripark.org.

2/14 Doggie Café with San Diego Humane Society and SPCA, 6-8pm.

572 Airport Road, Oceanside. On-leash dog socializing opportunity. (619) 299-7012. www.sdhumane.org.

2/15 SEA Day at Birch Aquarium, 11am-3pm. Theme: Listen Closely.

(858) 534-7336. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu.

2/15-23 San Diego Opera presents The Elixir of Love. Civic Theatre.

(619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

2/15 Center for the Arts, Escondido presents In the Mood. 2pm & 7pm in the Concert Hall. (760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

2/15 Center for the Arts, Escondido presents Sæunn Thorsteinsdóttir, Cello. 7pm in the Center Theater. (760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

2/15 Imagine Dragons: Into the Night Tour. 7pm at the Valley View Casino Center. www.valleyviewcasinocenter.com.

2/15 Antique Fair at San Marcos Community Center. 10am.

(760) 744-9000. www. ci.san-marcos.net.

2/16 UT California 10/20. 10 mile race with 20 bands in Del Mar, Solana Beach and Encinitas. www.cal1020.com.

2/16 San Marcos Senior’s Valentine’s Sweetheart Dance. 2pm-4pm.

(760) 744-9000. www.ci.san-marcos.net.

2/16 Coronado Island Valentine’s Day 10K. www.coronado10k.com.

2/17 President’s Day 2/17-3/2 DNA New Work Series 2014. La Jolla Playhouse. 2910 La Jolla Village Drive. (858) 550-1010. www.lajollaplayhouse.org.

2/17 An Evening with Boz Scaggs: The Memphis Tour. 7:30pm at the Balboa Theatre. (619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

2/18 Public Service Broadcasting at The Casbah, 8:30pm.

(888) 512-7469. www.casbahmusic.com.

2/19-22 Sunset Sessions presented by KPRI. Belly Up Tavern.

(858) 481-8140. www.bellyup.com.

2/19 San Diego Theatres presents Jake Shimabukuro: 2014 Uke Nations Tour. 7:30pm at the Balboa Theatre. (619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.com.

2/20 San Diego Theatres presents Colin Machrie & Brad Sherwood: Two Man Group. 7:30pm at the Balboa Theatre. (619) 570-1100.

www.sandiegotheatres.com.

2/20 The Ring of Power- Wagner vs. Tolkein: The Story Behind the Ring. 7:30pm at Copley Symphony Hall. (619) 235-0804.

www.sdsymphony.com.

2/20-3/9 AVO Playhouse presents Noël Coward’s Blithe Spirit. 303 Main Street, Vista. (760) 724-2110. www.moonlightstage.com.

2/20 Ballroom Dance at San Marcos Senior Center. 2-4pm, Billy

Harper Band $5. City of San Marcos Senior Center, 111 Richmar Avenue. (760) 744-5535. www.san-marcos.net/seniors.

2/21-23 Silver Bay Kennel Club Dog Show. 8am. Free admission.

O’Brien, Bing Crosby and Exhibit Halls at Del Mar Fairgrounds.

(760) 751-2302. www.jbradshaw.com.

2/21-23 Peter Pan by Theatre West at San Marcos Community Center. (760) 744-9000. www.ci.san-marcos.net.

2/22 San Diego Derby Dolls roller derby competition www.sd.derbydolls.com/events 2/22 Avocado Half Marathon and 5K in Fallbrook www.avocadohalfmarathon.com 2/22-3/16 The School For Lies, North Coast Repertory Theatre.

(858) 481-1055. www.northcoastrep.org.

2/22 Aloha Radio charity at Encinitas Elks–tickets www.stayclassy.org/TheAlohaRadioForIN 2/22 Marilyn Monroe Movie Marathon. 12pm-11pm at the Birch North Park Theatre, 2891 University Ave. www.filmoutsandiego.com.

2/22 Amos Lee: Mountains of Sorrow, Rivers of Song Tour. 8pm at the Balboa Theatre. (619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

2/22 Celebrate Craft Beer at San Diego Winter Brew Fest. Sample beer, live music. The San Diego Hall of Champions in Balboa Park. www.sandiegobrewfest.com.

2/22 L.A. Theatreworks: The Graduate. Poway Center for the Performing Arts. 8pm. (858) 748-0505. www.powayarts.org.

2/22 – 4/3 Vista Visions at Vista Civic Gallery www.cityofvista.com 2/22 5K Paw Walk in the Garden at the San Diego Botanical Gardens, Encinitas. 9am-12pm. www.sdbgarden.org.

2/22 House of Blues/Channel 93.3 presents Karmin- Pulses Tour. 8pm at House of Blues San Diego. (619) 299-2583. www.houseofblues.com.

2/22 Affordable Licensing, Vaccination, & Microchip Event brought to you by the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA. 10am-12pm.

Oceanside and Vista residents can renew or purchase a new license. Marshall Street Park, Oceanside. www.sdhumane.org.

2/23 Classics 4 Kids & The Classics Philharmonic presents The Silk Road. 2pm at the Balboa Theatre.

(619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

2/23 The Chieftains: Irish Spectacular. 7:30pm at Copley Symphony Hall. (619) 235-0804. www.sdsymphony.com.

2/23 11th Annual Coeur de Cuisine – Escondido Rotary’s formal yet fun Mardi Gras theme set in the 1920’s. California Center for the Arts, Escondido. www.coeurdecuisine.com.

2/24 Dom Kennedy: Get Home Safely Tour! at The Casbah, 8:30pm.

(888) 512-7469. www.casbahmusic.com.

2/25 The San Diego Museum of Art presents Art of Élan: Reflections: on loss. 7pm. 1450 El Prado, San Diego. (619) 232-7931. www.sdmart.org.

2/26-3/2 Shen Yun 2014 at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. (760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

2/26 Robert Randolph & The Family Band. Belly Up Tavern, 8pm.

(858) 481-8140. www.bellyup.com.

2/27-3/2 Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championship at La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club. www.ljbtc.com.

2/27-3/7 MiraCosta College Theatre Department presents Once On This Island: A Musical. www.miracostatheatre.com.

2/27 The Mandelring Quartet. 7:30pm at the Auditorium at TSRI, La Jolla. 10640 John Jay Hopkins Way. (619) 239-8742. www.mainlymozart.org.

2/28 Twilight Trek at the San Diego Zoo. 6:30pm. (619) 231-1515. www.sandiegozoo.org.

2/28 Doggie Café with San Diego Humane Society and SPCA, 6-8pm.

5500 Gaines Street, San Diego. On-leash dog socializing opportunity. (619) 299-7012. www.sdhumane.org.

2/28-3/2 Spring Home/Garden Show. O’Brien Hall and Bing Crosby Hall at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. (858) 350-3738. www.springhomegardenshow.com.

2/28 La Jolla Music Society presents St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra. 8pm at the Balboa Theatre. (619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

2/28 Heart of Rome. 8pm at House of Blues San Diego. (619) 299-2583. www.houseofblues.com.

2/28 Buddy Guy performing at the Pala Casino. Pala Events Center, 8pm. (800) 585-3737. www.palacasino.com.

Los Angeles Clippers Schedule 2/1 vs. Utah, 7:30pm 2/3 @ Denver, 6pm 2/5 vs. Miami, 7:30pm 2/7 vs. Toronto, 7:30pm 2/9 vs. Philadelphia, 6:30pm 2/12 vs. Portland, 7:30pm 2/18 vs. San Antonio, 7:30pm 2/21 @ Memphis, 5pm 2/23 @ Oklahoma City, 10am 2/24 @ New Orleans, 5pm 2/28 vs. Houston, 7:30pm 3/1 vs. New Orlenas, 7:30pm 3/4 @ Phoenix, 6pm

3/6 @ LA Lakers, 7:30pm 3/8 vs. Atlanta, 7:30pm 3/10 vs. Phoenix, 7:30pm 3/12 vs. Golden State, 7:30pm 3/14 @ Utah, 6pm 3/16 vs. Cleveland, 6:30pm 3/17 @ Denver, 7:30pm 3/22 vs. Detroit, 7:30pm 3/24 vs. Milwaukee, 7:30pm 3/26 @ New Orleans, 5pm 3/27 @ Dallas, 5:30pm 3/29 @ Houston, 5pm 3/31 @ Minnesota, 5pm

Los Angeles Lakers Schedule 2/4 @ Minnesota, 5pm 2/5 @ Cleveland, 4pm 2/7 @ Philadelphia, 4pm 2/9 vs. Chicago, 12:30pm 2/11 vs. Utah, 7:30pm 2/13 vs. Oklahoma City, 7:30pm 2/19 vs. Houston, 7:30pm 2/21 vs. Boston 7:30pm 2/23 vs. Brooklyn, 6pm 2/25 @ Indiana, 4pm 2/26 @ Memphis, 5pm 2/28 vs. Sacramento, 7:30pm 3/3 @ Portland, 7pm 3/4 vs. New Orleans, 7:30pm

3/6 vs. LA Clippers, 7:30pm 3/7 @ Denver, 6pm 3/9 vs. Oklahoma City, 12:30pm 3/13 @ Oklahoma City, 6:30pm 3/14 @ San Antonio, 5:30pm 3/19 vs. San Antonio, 7:30pm 3/21 vs. Washington, 7:30pm 3/23 vs. Orlando, 6:30pm 3/24 vs. New York, 7:30pm 3/25 vs. New York, 7:30pm 3/27 @ Milwaukee, 5pm 3/28 @ Minnesota, 5pm 3/30 vs. Phoenix, 6:30pm

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3/1 Art Gallery and Exhibit Month in North County

(see pages 20-21) 3/1 – 5/3 Vista Visions 2014 at Vista Civic Gallery www.cityofvista.com 3/1–3/16 Our Lives our Stories: America’s Greatest Generation Art Exhibit at William D. Cannon Art Gallery in Carlsbad www.carlsbadca.gov/arts.

3/1 22nd Annual San Diego Brazil Carnival, 9pm-2am. Adults-only event. (619) 224-4684. Check website for date, time and venue changes at www.brazilcarnival.com.

3/1-2 Center for the Arts, Escondido presents The Center ChoraleCarmina Burana. (760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

3/1 The Mandelring Quartet. 6pm at the Rancho Sante Fe Garden Club, 17025 Avenida de Acacias. (619) 466-8742. www.mainlymozart.org.

3/1 Finish Chelsea’s Run in Balboa Park. (619) 692-2900. www.chelseaslight.org.

3/1-5/12 The Carlsbad Flower Fields are open to the public.

(760) 431-0352. www.theflowerfields.com.

3/1 Spring Barn Bash, 6pm at the Ecke Family Barn, Carlsbad. www.lcchsfoundation.org 3/1-4/1 Desert wildflowers great for viewing at the Anza-Borrego State Park. www.desertusa.com.

3/1-2 Koi Club of San Diego Annual Open Koi Show. Free Admission. Activity Center at Del Mar Fairgrounds. www.koiclubsandiego.org.

3/1-3/16 The School For Lies, North Coast Repertory Theatre.

(858) 481-1055. www.northcoastrep.org.

3/1 Hike in San Marcos–Discovery Lake/Double Peak (East Approach).

8:30am at Discovery Lake Park. www.ci.san-marcos.net.

3/1 11th Annual Little Italy Carnevale, 5pm-9pm. India Street between Hawthorn and Cedar Streets, San Diego. (619) 233-3898. www.littleitalysd.com.

3/1 22nd Annual San Diego Brazil Mardi Gras Carnival, 9pm-2am.

4th & B, San Diego. Adults-only event. (619) 224-4684. www.brazilcarnival.com.

3/2 The Wailers 30th Anniversary of Legend Tour. Belly Up Tavern, 9pm. (858) 481-8140. www.bellyup.com.

3/2 The Mandelring Quartet at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, Carlsbad.

2pm, 6628 Santa Isabel Street. (619) 466-8742. www.mainlymozart.org.

3/2 86th Annual Academy Awards at Kodak Theatre in Hollywood.

Televised live by ABC TV. 3/3 Bird Watching, First Monday of the month at San Diego Botanic Garden. 8am, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas. (706) 436-3036. www.sdbgarden.org.

3/4 Center for the Arts, Escondido presents In Tlanextli Tlacopan: Aztec Fire Dancers. 9:30am & 11:30am. (760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

3/4 13th Annual Hillcrest Mardi Gras Street Party. www.hillcrestmardigras.com.

3/4 Mardi Gras 3/4 20th Annual Gaslamp Mardi Gras in San Diego, 6pm-midnight.

Live music, special guest appearances, street performers, and parade. (619) 233-5227. www.gaslamp.org.

3/4 Mardi Gras New Orleans Style Luncheon at San Marcos Community Center Call (760) 744.5535 for lunch reservations and classes or visit www.san-marcos.net/seniors.

3/4-30 Laguna Playhouse presents The Reduced Shakespeare Company in All The Great Books (abridged). 606 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach. (949) 497-2787 www.lagunaplayhouse.com.

3/5 Ash Wednesday 3/5 WOW First Wednesdays-Christopher Dean, California Center for the Arts, Escondido. 1pm, 4pm & 7pm. (760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

3/6 Railroad Earth. 8pm at House of Blues San Diego. (619) 299-2583. www.houseofblues.com.

3/6 PigPen Theatre Co. at The Casbah, 8:30pm. (888) 512-7469. www.casbahmusic.com.

3/7 The Ataris – So Long, Astoria Reunion. 6:30pm at House of Blues San Diego. (619) 299-2583. www.houseofblues.com.

3/7 Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe. Belly Up Tavern, 9pm. (858) 481-8140. www.bellyup.com.

3/8-16 San Diego Opera presents A Masked Ball. Civic Theatre.

(619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

3/8 Second Saturday Art Walk, Downtown Escondido. www.downtownescondido.com.

3/8 Brewmaster Dinner at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Featuring Hangar 24 Craft Brewery. 5:30pm-7:30pm. (619) 718-3000. www.sdzsafaripark.org.

3/8-9 Crossroads of the West Gun Show. 9am, Exhibit Hall at Del Mar Fairgrounds. (801) 544-9125. www.crossroadsgunshows.com.

3/8 Missoula Children’s Theater’s Cinderella. 3pm & 7pm at Poway Center for the Performing Arts. www.powayarts.org.

3/9 Daylight Saving Time Begins-Spring Ahead 3/9 3rd Annual San Diego Half Marathon. www.sdmarathon.com.

3/9 La Jolla Music Society presents Siro-a. 6pm at the Balboa Theatre. (619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

3/9 Meels-onWheels 5k Run/Walk at Roadrunner in San Diego.

Register at www.roadrunnersports.fundly.com/marchformeals.

3/11 Neck Deep with Knuckle Puck and Light Years. 7:30pm at House of Blues San Diego. (619) 299-2583. www.houseofblues.com.

3/13-23 San Diego Latino Film Festival. Digiplex Mission Valley.

(619) 230-1938. www.sdlatinofilm.com.

3/13 Sea Creatures of the Night event at Agua Hedionda Lagoon www.aguahedionda.org 3/13 This Will Destroy You at The Casbah, 8:30pm. (888) 512-7469. www.casbahmusic.com.

3/14 Music by the Sea Concert Series: Somang Jeagal, Piano. 7:30pm at Encinitas Library. (760) 633-2740. www.ci.encinitas.ca.us.

3/14 Umphrey’s McGee. 8pm at House of Blues San Diego.

(619) 299-2583. www.houseofblues.com.

3/14 Anjelah Johnson. 7pm at the Balboa Theatre. (619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

3/14 Fun Friday Nights for Kids 4-12 yrs. $20/child. City of San Marcos.

(760) 744-9000. www.san-marcos.net.

3/14-16 Gem Faire. Exhibit Hall at Del Mar Fairgrounds. (503) 252-8300. www.gemfaire.com.

3/14 Doggie Café with San Diego Humane Society and SPCA, 6-8pm.

572 Airport Road, Oceanside. On-leash dog socializing opportunity. (619) 299-7012. www.sdhumane.org.

3/15 Art Gallery and Exhibit Month in North County (See pages 20-21) 3/15 California Center for the Arts, Escondido presents Ashu, Saxophone. 7pm. (760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

3/15 Cirque Mechanics. 8pm at Copley Symphony Hall. (619) 235-0804. www.sdsymphony.com.

3/15 Purim 3/15-22 San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering. Hands-on science and engineering activities in San Diego County. www.sdsciencefestival.com.

3/15 34th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival at 5th & 6th Ave, b/w Juniper & Upas 9-6pm. www.stpatsparade.org.

3/15 Irish Festival in Balboa Park. Free admission. St. Patrick’s Day party for the whole family. www.stpatsparade.org.

3/15 34th Annual St. Patrick’s Day 10K Run. Mission Bay, 7:45am.

10k Run & 2-4 Mile Walk/Run. www.kathyloperevents.com.

3/15-16 Herb Festival, Spring Plant Sale and Tomatomania 2014.

Kid-friendly crafts, food and music. San Diego Botanical Garden, Encinitas. (760) 436-3036. www.sdbgarden.org.

3/15 Super STEM Saturday at Cal Sate University San Marcos, 9am-3pm. Free interactive science event. www.ssstem.com.

3/15 19th Annual shamROCK at the Gaslamp in San Diego, 4pm-midnight. Huge celebration on the streets. (619) 233-5008. www.sandiegoshamrock.com.

3/15 Tour of Borrego Bike Event at Borrego Springs High School, 2281 Diegueno Drive, Borrego Springs. (760) 765-1598. www.julianactive.com.

3/16 SHADES Oceanfront Bistro Pet Adoption Event. 10am-2pm, 5083 Santa Monica Avenue, San Diego. www.sdhumane.org.

3/16 The Center Children’s Chorus: Singing Round the World, California Center for the Arts, Escondido. 3pm. (760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

3/16 3rd Annual North County St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Festival begins at 10am. Parade 11am-12pm. (760 )414-9391. www.northcountystpatricksdayparade.com.

3/17 St. Patrick’s Day 3/17 St. Patrick’s Day – Dining and Parties Directory – page 10 www.NorthCountySun.com/calendar.html 3/17 St. Patty’s Day Swim at La Jolla Cove. 9am. www.lajollacoveswimclub.com.

3/17 St. Patrick’s Day Dinner at Tip Top Meats in Carlsbad.

3/17 St Patrick’s Day Luncheon at San Marcos Senior Center Call (760) 744.5535 for lunch reservations and classes or visit www.san-marcos.net/seniors.

3/17 St. Patrick’s Day Party at Churchill’s Pub in San Marcos www.churchillspub.com 3/17 Hensley’s Irish Pub and Grill in Carlsbad. www.hensleyspub.com.

3/17 O’Sullivan’s in Carlsbad Village. www.osullivanscarlsbad.com.

3/17 The Field in the Gaslamp. www.thefield.com.

3/18-19 NCAA March Madness Begins. UD Arena, Dayton Ohio. www.ncaa.com.

3/18 House of Blues presents Wanting. 8pm at House of Blues San Diego. (619) 299-2583. www.houseofblues.com.

3/19 Distinguished Lecture Series: Georgia O’Keefe and Camille Claudel. 10:30am at the Oceanside Museum of Art. (760) 435-3720. www.oma-online.org.

3/19 Casbah presents St. Vincent. 8pm at House of Blues San Diego.

(619) 299-2583. www.houseofblues.com.

3/19 Galactic performing at the Belly Up, 9pm. (858) 481-8140. www.bellyup.com.

3/20 Spring – first day.

3/20 San Diego Opera presents Verdi Requiem. 7pm at the Civic Theatre. (619) 570-1100. www.sandiegotheatres.org.

3/20 Ballroom Dance to the Billy Harper Band at San Marcos Senior Center Call (760) 744.5535 for lunch reservations and classes or visit www.san-marcos.net/seniors.

3/20-4/6 AVO Playhouse presents The World Goes ‘Round: The Songs of Kander & Ebb. 303 Main Street, Vista. (760) 724-2110. www.moonlightstage.com.

3/20-23 California Center for the Arts, Escondido presents Suessical.

(760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

3/20 Ballroom Dance at San Marcos Senior Center. 2-4pm, Billy Harper Band, $5. City of San Marcos Senior Center, 111 Richmar Avenue. (760) 744-5535. www.san-marcos.net/seniors.

3/21-23 2014 NCAA Division 1 Men’s Basketball Championship- 2nd and 3rd Rounds . Viejas Arena at Aztec Bowl, San Diego State University. www.ncaa.com.

3/21 G. Love & Special Sauce. 9pm at House of Blues San Diego.

(619) 299-2583. www.houseofblues.com.

3/21-22 San Diego Zoo presents Panda-monium. 5th annual panda convention. Crown Plaza San Diego. pandaconvention@yahoo.com. www.sandiegozoo.org.

3/21-22 English Beat performing at the Belly Up, 9pm. (858) 481-8140. www.bellyup.com.

3/22 Affordable Licensing, Vaccination, & Microchip Event brought to you by the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA. 10am-12pm.

Oceanside and Vista residents can renew or purchase a new license. Marshall Street Park, Oceanside. www.sdhumane.org.

3/22-23 Healthy Living Festival. 10am. Exhibit Hall at Del Mar Fairgrounds. (805) 461-6700. www.healthylivingfestival.com.

3/22 Magic 92.5 presents Spring Jam. 8pm at the Valley View Casino Center. www.valleyviewcasinocenter.com.

3/22 San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering Expo Day at Petco Park. 10am-5pm. www.sdsciencefestival.com.

3/22 Ray Romano Comedy at Pala Casino www.startickets.com.

3/22 Tip Top Run featuring World Water Day Festival. Get your exercise, then exercise your brain at the Discovery Center. Aqua Hedionda Discovery Center, 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad. www.aguahedionda.org.

3/22-23 Daffodil Show at Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main Street in Julian.

(760) 765-1857. www.julianca.com.

3/23 Rhys Darby- of Flight of the Conchords. Belly Up Tavern, 8pm.

(858) 481-8140. www.bellyup.com.

3/23 San Marcos ALIVE Artwalk. Free. 10am-4pm at San Marcos Civic Center. (760) 744-9000. www.san-marcos.net.

3/25 Reverend Horton Heat at The Casbah, 8:30pm. (888) 512-7469. www.casbahmusic.com.

3/27-30 Fred Hall’s Fishing Tackle, Boat & Travel Show. Del Mar Fairgrounds. (805) 389-3339. www.fredhall.com.

3/28 Doggie Café with San Diego Humane Society and SPCA, 6-8pm.

5500 Gaines Street, San Diego. On-leash dog socializing opportunity.

(619) 299-7012. www.sdhumane.org.

3/28 Creedence Clearwater Revival performing at the Pala Casino.

Pala Events Center, 8pm. (800) 585-3737. www.palacasino.com.

3/29-5/4 The Old Globe Theatre presents Time and the Conways. 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego. (619) 234-5623. www.TheOldGlobe.org.

3/29 Reptiles Rock! 9am-11am at the Blue Sky Ecological Amphitheater, 16275 Espola Road, Poway. (858) 668-4781. www.poway.org.

3/29-30 San Diego Travel & Adventure Show. San Diego Convention Center. www.adventureexpo.com.

3/29 The Mandelring Quartet. 7:30pm at the Auditorium at TSRI, La Jolla. 10640 John Jay Hopkins Way. (619) 239-8742. www.mainlymozart.org.

3/29 California Ironman 70.3 Triathlon on the US Marine Corps Base of Camp Pendleton, Oceanside. www.ironmancalifornia.com.

3/29-30 WAHB Expo Work at Home Business Expo at Del Mar Fairgrounds www.wahbexpo.com.

3/29 La Jolla Playhouse Annual Gala 2014. (858) 228-3085. www.lajollaplayhouse.org.

3/29-30 Spring Busker Festival at Seaport Village – Street performer extravaganza! Food, drinks and entertainment. 12pm-5pm. Free.

(619) 235-4014. www.seaportvillage.com.

3/29 25th Annual Junior Carlsbad Marathon for kids 12 and under. www.carlsbad.competitor.com 3/30 California Center for the Arts, Escondido presents Hutchins Consort. 2pm in the Center Theater. (760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

3/30 California Center for the Arts, Escondido presents Route 78 Rotary-Mariachi Festival. 3pm at the Concert Hall. (760) 839-4138. www.artcenter.org.

3/30 Kids Day at The Flower Fields in Carlsbad. (760) 431-0352. www.theflowerfields.com.

3/30 The Beloved Trout Quintet at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, Carlsbad. 2pm, 6628 Santa Isabel Street. (619) 466-8742. www.mainlymozart.org.

3/30 Carlsbad 5000 – World’s fastest 5K! www.Carlsbad5000.com.

3/30 The Beloved Trout Quintet. 6pm at the Rancho Sante Fe Garden Club, 17025 Avenida de Acacias. (619) 466-8742. www.mainlymozart.org.

3/31 Opening Day Major League Baseball.

3/31 Padres vs Dodgers – Padres home opener. Petco Park.

April

4/1 April Fool’s Day 4/4 – 27 Conserving Nature in Life Art Exhibit (open air paintings) at California Center for the Arts Escondido Gallery www.artcenter.org.

4/5 NCAA Final Four National Semifinal Game. AT&T Stadium, North Texas. www.ncaa.com.

4/5-4/27 San Diego Zoo Safari Park presents Butterfly Jungle.

Thousands of butterflies in a huge aviary. (760) 747-8702. www.sdzsafaripark.com.

4/6 Bluegrass Day at The Flower Fields in Carlsbad. (760) 431-0352. www.theflowerfields.com.

4/7 NCAA Final Four National Championship Game. AT&T Stadium, North Texas www.ncaa.com.

4/11- 13 La Jolla Concours d’Elegance Motor and Car Show at La Jolla Cove. www.lajollaconcours.com

4/12 Pride of Vista Scholarship Pageant. Miss Pride of Visa, Miss Teen Pride of Vista, Junior Miss and Little Miss. Girls/women aged 7-24. www.missprideofvista.com.

4/12- 5/4 Mandate Memories at the North Coast Repertory Theatre, Solana Beach. (858) 481-1055. www.northcoastrep.org.

4/14-22 Passover 4/20 Easter 4/24 Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad presents 62nd Annual Golf Tournament, 12:30-6:30pm. 7447 Batiquitos Drive, Carlsbad.

(760) 729-0207. www.bgccarlsbad.org.

4/25-27 Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs by Theatre West in San Marcos. (760) 744-9000. www.ci.san-marcos.net.

4/26 Blues Day at The Flower Fields in Carlsbad. (760) 431-0352. www.theflowerfields.com.

4/26-27 San Diego International Wine Show at Del Mar Fairgrounds. www.sandiegointernationalwineshow.com.

4/27 La Jolla Half Marathon. Starting at Del Mar Fairgrounds and ending at La Jolla Cove. 7:30am. www.facebook.com/lajollahalfmarathon.

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Feb/March Events Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–8

Facebook Hell – Past Friends, Jealously, Mistrust. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Discount Coupon Pages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Birds Eye View of New Alga Norte Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Art Gallery and Exhibit Month. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20–21

Ticket Giveaways. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 24, 30

Restaurant Reviews. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 14, 16

Shows and Theatre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23, 26

St. Patrick’s Day Places to Eat and Drink. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Festivals and Attractions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 9, 15, 17, 18, 22, 27, 30

Vista is Craft-Brewery Leader of North County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Concerts and Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 25

Flower Fields’ New Brewery and Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Sporting Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 26, 27, 28

Hyatt House Offering Extended Stay Studio Suites For $109 It’s a dream come true! The newly renovated Hyatt House in Carlsbad, near the beach and only a mile from Legoland California, is offering North County Sun readers beautiful and spacious extended stay suites, complete with comfortable sofas and full kitchens, starting at only $109.

The Hyatt House, near Carlsbad Beach, Legoland California, and the Carlsbad Premium Outlet Stores, is offering our friends and neighbors and all their guests, not just hotel rooms...but spacious hotel studio suites at a very discounted rate this spring. It gets even better....all Hyatt House guests receive complimentary full breakfast buffets, complimentary appetizers and drinks Monday through Thursday, complimentary high-speed fiber optic

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This is the best offer in North County. To redeem this amazing offer, Call the Hyatt House directly at (760) 9298200 and tell them you want this special offer. You need to include code “NCSE.” You may also email john.saun­ ders@hyatt.com but you must include the code “NCSE.” Hyatt House is located at 5011 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad CA 92008 (at the Legoland exit at Cannon Road and I-5 Freeway)

20th Annual Mardi Gras Parade Festival and Fat Tuesday in the Gaslamp March 4, Tuesday, 6pm – midnight Mardi Gras Festival and Parade is considered to be San Diego’s most decadent day of debauchery, and this year is turning twenty! So, the Gaslamp is throwing the most outrageous party yet! It’s Mardi Gras in the Gaslamp on Fat Tuesday, March 4, from 6pm to Midnight. The streets of the Gaslamp will “laissez les bon temps rouler” (let the good times roll)! One of the most anticipated festivals on the West Coast, Gaslamp Mardi Gras returns and is anticipated to have over 40,000 in attendance. This year’s Mardi Gras builds on the suc­ cess of past years revamped events with five stages featur­ ing live music performances, special guest appearances, and the world’s top electronica, dubstep, and house DJs.

Mardi Gras features a grand parade traveling down Fifth Avenue at 9pm, as well as multi-dimensional street perform­ ers entertaining on over 16 blocks throughout the Gaslamp Quarter. Cutting-edge lighting, sound, and visuals enhance the venue as they draw Mardi Gras revelers through the pul­ sating streets of the Historic Gaslamp Quarter. Proceeds ben­ efit the Gaslamp Quarter Association, the 501(c)6 non-profit trade organization that protects and promotes the Gaslamp Quarter as a National Historic District and San Diego’s pre­ mier shopping, dining and entertainment destination.

Please keep in mind that the festival goes on as planned, rain or shine!

“Don’t forget to throw me something mister!” Tickets to this fabulous downtown traditional Mardi Gras festival are

now on sale. Attendees must be 21 years or older and have a valid photo ID to enter. Please check website for event changes. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.gaslamp.org or call (619) 233-5227.

Facebook Hell – Past Friends, Jealousy, Mistrust By Andy Lee Facebook is a process of putting friends together, some­ times hundreds or thousands of friends, where they can find love and attention. It’s a safe place for the shy, a place of interest for the weird and a virtual playground for the bored, inquisitive, or socially active. Facebook, with about a billion users worldwide, is a lot of fun and can be very addicting. It’s also the easiest way for finding information about someone. But its easy access can lead to relation­ ship problems with your husband, wife, boyfriend or girlfriend.

Let’s face it, many of us have innocently checked some­ one out on Facebook, maybe someone you just met, an ex-girlfriend or boyfriend, an old high school friend, a co-worker, a neighbor, or a friend of a friend. This is all acceptable behavior, but what happens when your sig­ nificant other doesn’t like who you’re Facebook friends with and whom you are staying in contact with? There’s so much temptation to simply flirt or just comment on some­ one’s post or photo. It may be just a simple and innocent comment on a high school friend’s photo, e.g., “still a stud” or “looking fine” that can lead to a slippery slope of jeal­ ousy or discomfort with your significant other.

Maybe you just want to reconnect with old friends.

Perhaps you use Facebook as a way to be in contact with business clients or customers as a way to promote your business or let them to know about special offers or pro­ motions. But who you’re friends with on Facebook is a big problem with many relationships these days and can lead to uncomfortable feelings, heated discussions, resent­ ment, anger, arguments, break-ups and even divorce. But what are the rules about Facebook friends and where are we supposed to draw the line? When are we crossing the line by just keeping in contact with an old friend?

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run when it comes to who you can or cannot be Facebook friends with. Marriage and relationships take a lot of work and open communication is the key. There’s no such a thing as a perfect relationship. According to an article on PsychologyToday.com/blog titled Communication Success, by Preston Ni, M.S.B.A, published October 7, 2012: “For some of us, trust is a complicated matter. Some people trust blindly. They are with someone who has shown time and again to be untrustworthy, yet they con­ tinue to give that person underserved chances. As the saying goes, ‘fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me.’ To allow a chronically untrustworthy indi­ vidual to be one’s significant other is to create an inher­ ently insecure relationship, which may ultimately lead to disillusionment. Evaluate your partner’s trustworthiness based not upon unproven promises or wishful thinking, but on a strong overall record of dependability.

While some people trust blindly, others have trust issues.

Often due to negative experiences from the past, there are those who can’t trust a committed relationship, or the opposite sex, or people in general, or even themselves. In romantic relationships, they struggle to trust their partner, no matter how dependable the latter is. Here, of course, the trust issue is likely within oneself. Ask honestly wheth­ er the lack of trust is based on solid evidence or unjustified fears. If the answer is the latter, it may be beneficial to seek counseling and support, to allow oneself to trust appro­ priately again. Don’t allow fear push away a good man or woman in your life.”

Well, that’s all good when it comes to trust, but were you aware that there are ways to cover your tracks from oth­ ers to see? In the Friends Activity Log you can refine your privacy settings by choosing who can see your Friends list and where your Friend activity will show up. Click the respective icons in the top right of the Friends Activity Log

and choose your settings. By deselecting every option for where your Friend activity can show up, you can effectively Friend someone and hide it from your status updates.

There are tons of scenarios of friend problems in regards to Facebook. Take this example for instance: Cheryl is in the entertainment industry and has over a thousand Facebook friends because she uses Facebook mostly for business contacts but also for close relation­ ships and family. Some of her FB friends are famous musi­ cians. She’s been living with her boyfriend for a couple of years, but he too is in the entertainment business and has lots of FB friends including lots of beautiful looking female friends, and he’s on the road a lot. Cheryl is some­ times uncomfortable about some of his comments and “likes” he receives or gives to some of his friends’ posts and photos. Cheryl is uncomfortable with some of his comments and some of his Facebook friends. So, is it okay for him to stay in contact and Facebook flirt with some of his Facebook hotties? Should Cheryl just step back, have complete trust or just chill out? This is the world of Facebook now and it’s a new world of friends, relation­ ships, temptation, and trust.

So, bottom line is that there really aren’t any Facebook “friend” rules either on Facebook or anywhere for that matter. If you want to take a chance and be “friends” with your old friends, or “exes” and continue interacting with them, go for it! But if you do, be prepared to pay the con­ sequences. If your current relationship is not yet strong enough to overcome trust issues, then it is probably wise to have a discussion about Facebook friends and exes and together try to come up with some kind of understanding.

Facebook is amazing and helps us stay connected with people from our past and present; but its temptations can also have a negative effect on the strongest of relationships and marriages.

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City of Vista is Micro-Brewery Capitol of North San Diego County Hands down, and glasses held high, the City of Vista has become the #1 Micro-Brewery Capitol of North San Diego County! The town of Vista, home to the Moonlight Amphitheatre, one of the best out­ door venues in SoCal, the Wave Waterpark, Krikorian Theater, Brengle Terrace Park, and the lesser-known but beautiful Alta Vista Gardens, is turn­ ing heads these days by sporting some great frothy heads of beer. Currently there are ten beer breweries located in the City of Vista and more are on their way! We can’t wait for you to try them out and see for yourself and taste some of the best micro-brewed beer around. Vista brew­ eries won a total of nine awards at the 2013 San Diego International Beer Festival.

Looking for a safe way to try some of San Diego’s finest suds? Brewery Tours of San Diego provides a fun, safe, inexpensive way to visit San Diego’s breweries. They offer public and private tours day or night for any size group.

Call Brewery Tours of San Diego at (619) 961-7999 or visit www.sdbeerbus.com and please don’t forget to mention North County Sun. Latitude 33 Brewing Company 1430 Vantage Court, Vista 760-598-2337 www.lat33brew.com Latitude 33 tasting room offers an opportunity to sample their delicious craft beers in a friendly environment. Open Thursday through Sunday, Latitude 33 invites guests to drop by the brewery and sample a few of their offerings. Be sure to check out some of their specialties, available only at their custom built tasting bar.

Back Street Brewing Company 15 Main St #100, Vista 760-407-7600 www.lamppostpizza.com/backstreet This micro-brewery is a wonderful marriage of Lamppost’s Award Winning Pizza and the freshest hand­ crafted ales and lagers. Back Street boasts that they use traditional methods when they brew and that their beer is brewed only in small batches ensuring its freshness. Using

only the finest ingredients available, Back Street produces a hearty and interesting beer.

Mother Earth Brewing Company 2055 Thibodo Rd “H” Vista 92081 760-599-4225 www.motherearthbrewco.com Mother Earth’s retail store prides itself on its ability to cater to home brewers who are seeking the highest quality and the freshest ingredients, but it is the brewery aspect of Mother Earth that caters to anyone who loves a genuinely good brew! They invite their guests to come by for a truly unique experience. Whether you are a brewing novice or an old pro, Mother Earth has something special for you.

Prohibition Brewing Company 2004 East Vista Way, Vista CA 92084 760-295-3525 www.prohibitionbrewingcompany.com The name might not imply this, but Prohibition is a place for friends, family and fun! A place known for its hos­ pitality, they have created a “welcome arms” atmosphere while serving specialty brews and flavorful food in a casual environment. Traditional brewing methods and the fin­ est ingredients help to produce Prohibition’s world-class brews.

Aztec Brewing Company 2330 La Mirada Drive #300 Vista CA 92081 760-598-7720 www.aztecbrewery.com The original Aztec Brewery began in Mexico during prohibition times but moved to San Diego shortly after prohibition ended. Although the brand eventually disap­ peared from San Diego, it has been given a second life by some very dedicated brewers. Their beers range in flavor and in alcohol content so there is sure to be something for everyone.

Belching Beaver Brewery 980 Park Center Drive “A”, Vista 92081 760-599-5832 www.belchinbeaver.com Belching Beaver Brewery doesn’t just say they use the freshest and finest ingredients available, they prove it. With heavy hitters from the San Diego brew world on their team,

Belching Beaver prides itself on making truly great beer. They are currently brewing seven distinct beers, so stop in and try some for yourself.

Indian Joe Brewing Company 2379 La Mirada Dr., Vista 92081 760-295-3945 www.indianjoebrewing.com Opened in 2012, Indian Joe Brewing is a native owned brewery dedicated to it’s ancestral roots. Ranked number 5 in San Diego’s 2013 A List, this brewery is known for its friendly, knowledgeable and attentive staff, as well as its amazing brews.

Barrel Harbor Brewing 2575 Pioneer Ave #104, Vista 92081 760-734-3949 www.barrelharborbrewing.com With an impressive team of passionate beer connois­ seurs to back it up, Barrel Harbor holds true to its claims of making exceptional beer. Try their Thunderclap Imperial Stout, or Baldur’s Strong Ale, or if something lighter is more to your liking, then try their Sun Dog India Pale Lager.

Booze Brothers Brewing Company 2545 Progress Street “D” Vista 92081 760-295-0217 www.boozebrothersbrewery.com What began as a truly underground garage operation has grown into a successful and distinguished brewery.

With a unique approach and vintage feel, Booze Brothers Brewing Company asks guests to forget modern life and to just enjoy some exceptional beer. What they have on tap is constantly changing and their beer list is extensive.

Everyone is bound to find something they love.

Iron Fist Brewing Company 1305 Hot Springs Way #101, Vista 760-216-6500 www.ironfistbrewing.com Open Wednesday through Sunday, this family owned brewery is smack dab in the middle of the Vista Brewery explosion. With a great sense of humor and a fine taste for great beer, Iron Fist challenges you to put down the giant pack of light lager and to “rule your taste with an Iron Fist.”

St. Patrick’s Day Dining, Drinking, and Party Spots St. Patrick’s Day is a spe­ cial day and a great excuse to go out ant celebrate big time.

Try Churchill’s Pub and Grill on San Marcos Blvd in San Marcos. They’ll be party­ ing all day and you usually can find live bagpipe music there. Lumberyard Tavern and Grill on Highway 101 in Encinitas has Irish beers on tap, green beers for all the dye-hard fans, Irish music and giveaways. Tip Top Meats in Carlsbad is serving their famous Boston-Style Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner (all week long) for only $10.98 and Green Beer by the glass for $2.90!

Below is a list of pubs, taverns, breweries, and places to eat and drink on St. Patrick’s Day. Aztec Brewing Company 2330 La Mirada Drive #300, Vista CA 92081 760-598-7720 www.aztecbrewery.com Back Street Brewing Company 15 Main St #100, Vista 760-407-7600 www.lamppostpizza.com/backstreet Barrel Harbor Brewing 2575 Pioneer Ave #104, Vista 92081 760-734-3949 www.barrelharborbrewing.com Belching Beaver Brewery 980 Park Center Drive “A”, Vista 92081 760-599-5832 www.belchinbeaver.com Bentley’s Steak and Chop House 162 South Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 760-632-9333 www.bentleyssteak.com Bier Garden 641 S Coast Highway 101, Encinitas 760-632-2437 www.biergardenencinitas.com Bully’s Del Mar 1404 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar 858-755-1660 www.bullysprimerib.com Churchill’s Pub and Grille 887 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069 760-471-8773 www.churchillspub.us Dublin Square Irish Pub & Grill Gaslamp, San Diego www.dublinsquareirishpub.com The Field Authentic Irish Pub & Restaurant Gaslamp, San Diego 619-232-9840 www.thefield.com

Gallagher’s Pub 5046 Newport Ave, SD 92107, Ocean Beach 619-222-5300 www.gallagherspubob.com

Hooleys Irish Pub & Grill 5500 Grossmont Center Drive #277, La Mesa, 91942 619-713-6900 www.hooleys.com

Indian Joe Brewing Company 2379 La Mirada Dr., Vista 92081 760-295-3945 www.indianjoebrewing.com

Hooley’s Irish Pub & Grill 2955 Jamacha Rd #21, Rancho San Diego, 92019 619-670-7468 www.hooleys.com

Iron Fist Brewing Company 1305 Hot Springs Way #101, Vista 760-216-6500 www.ironfistbrewing.com

Killarney’s Restaurant & Irish Pub 32475 Highway 79 South G101, Temecula 92592 951-302-8338 www.killarneys.com

Karl Strauss Brewery 5801 Armada Drive, Carlsbad 760-431-2739 www.karlstrauss.com

O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub 640 Grand Ave, Carlsbad 92008 760-729-7234 www.facebook.com/osullivanscarlsbad

Latitude 33 Brewing Company 1430 Vantage Court, Vista 760-598-2337 www.lat33brew.com

Patrick’s Gaslamp Pub 428 F Street, San Diego 619-233-3077 www.patricksirishpub.com

Lumberyard Tavern and Grill 967 S. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas 92024 760-479-1657 www.lumberyardtavernandgrill.com

Rip Current Brewing 1325 Grand Ave, Escondido 760-481-3141 www.ripcurrentbrewing.com

Mother Earth Brewing Company 2055 Thibodo Rd “H” Vista 92081 760-599-4225 www.motherearthbrewco.com

Stone Brewing Company 1999 Citricado Parkway, Escondido 760-294-7899 www.stonebrew.com

Mr. Peabody’s 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas 92024 760-753-7192 www.peabodysrocks.com

The Ould Sod 3373 Adams Ave, San Diego 92116 619-284-6594 www.theouldsod.com

Penny Lane Pub and Grill 1001 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos 82078 760-744-8782 www.facebook.com/pennylanepubandgrill Pizza Port 2730 Gateway Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92010 760-707-1655 www.pizzaport.com Prohibition Brewing Company 2004 East Vista Way, Vista CA 92084 760-295-3525 www.prohibitionbrewingcompany.com The Harp 4935 Newport Avenue, Ocean Beach 619-222-0168 www.theharp.menutoeat.com Hennessey’s Tavern 708 4th Ave, Gaslamp, San Diego 92101 www.hennesseystavern.com Hensley’s Irish Pub & Grill 2777 Roosevelt Street, Carlsbad 92008 760-729-6951 www.hensleyspub.com

The Stag and Lion 850 Tamarack Ave, Carlsbad 92008 760-434-7824 www.facebook.com/ thestagandlionpubandgrille Tip Top Meats 6118 Paseo del Norte, Carlsbad 92011 760-438-2620 www.tiptopmeats.com O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub & Restaurant 640 Grand Ave, Carlsbad 92008 760-729-7234 www.osullivanscarlsbad.com Stout Public House 1125 6th Ave., San Diego 619-702-7933 www.stoutsd.com

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El Agave Restaurant and Tequileria

Fish District

Solterra Winery and Kitchen

Pacifica Del Mar & Pacifica Breeze Café

Gregorio’s Restaurant

Pizzaiolo

El Agave is opening their latest El Agave Restaurant and Tequileria upstairs at Del Mar Plaza. With sweeping Pacific Ocean views, it is the perfect setting to experience the true flavors of Mexico with their trademark Mexican Nouvelle Cuisine. Since 1966, they remain an award winning and must visit destination in San Diego.

Known for its bold, authentic flavors, El Agave’s menu is inspired by the cooking styles of ancient Aztec and Mestizo cultures. Popular menu items include a variety of mole sauces blended from flavors native to Mexico with ingredients of Spanish and Arabic orgin, crispy chalupas, tamales, enchiladas and their infamous filet mignon with a tequila and red wine reduction sauce.

Open for lunch, happy hour, and dinner, enjoy a wide assort-

ment of authentic hand-made Mexican tapas while sipping on one of their rare or premium 2,000 different tequilas from their tequila museum. Their tequila museum is extraordinary. El Agave Restaurant and Tequileria has received numerous awards including Best Mexican Restaurant and Best Mole by the Union Tribune, New York Times, and Estilo Gourmet, and their tequila has been 100% Certified with the highest award of 5-Agaves by the Tequila Regulation Board. This is truly a tequila aficionado’s paradise.

Breath in the fresh salt air of the Pacific while dining with a loved one or a friend at the new El Agave in Del Mar Plaza, located at 1555 Camino Del Mar across from Pacifica Del Mar. For information or reservations visit www.elagave.com.

The buzz around break rooms at work and Bressi Ranch kitchen tables is all about the new Fish District fish and alehouse that recently opened in Bressi Ranch, Carlsbad, just off Palomar Airport Road in the Stater Bros/Trader Joe’s shopping center. There are two reasons why the Fish District is a real winner and will be here for a long time: fast service and quality fish. They understand the need to take and fill orders really fast because they get a big clientele from all the nearby local businesses, and working people are generally in a hurry for lunch. On the flip side, quality and taste are key, and this place hits the mark. Off the grill, their recipe is easily broken down: 1) Select type of dish–sandwich, taco, wrap, or plate; 2) Select type of fish.

That’s it! We tried the Mahi Mahi plate (shown in photo) and it was served to us within minutes. The taste was absolutely deli-

cious and the texture was perfect.

We also tried the Lemongrass Shrimp Soup and their Simple Green Salad. Both were excellent! The salad dressing was a delicious miso-ginger vinaigrette. Depending on the season you can order grilled snapper, salmon, mahi mahi, halibut, wahoo, ahi tuna, shrimp, and sea bass. Other menu items include Ahi or Salmon Poke, Shrimp Ceviche, Fish and Chips, Skirt Steak Sandwiches, Steamed Clams, an assortment of starters, soups and salads, sides of coleslaw, rice, quinoa, fries, roasted cauliflower, ratatouille and desserts. Check their daily board for beers on tap, wine, and specials of the day. A kid’s menu is also available.

The Fish District is located at 2675 Gateway Rd #102, Carlsbad 92010.

Call (442) 244-0221 or visit www.fishdistrict.com.

Solterra Winery and Kitchen’s newly crowned TV cooking show award-winning chef, Susie Williams, turned down working as a chef in a famous Beverly Hills restaurant to cook to her heart’s desire at Solterra. And that is just what she intends to do for all the fortunate guests who will be dining at Solterra for a very special Valentine’s Day pre fixe dinner with wine pairings. Other days and nights of the year she will be busy preparing and serving a seasonal menu that changes throughout the year.

With multiple award-winning wines and an award-winning chef, The Van Alyea family, a young married couple with a baby and a lovely Golden Retriever, are answering the dreams of North County residents and visitors who love fine wine, great food, and the SoCal beach lifestyle. Solterra Winery and Kitchen is a full service winery, tasting bar and kitchen located on Highway 101 in Leucadia and is, beyond a shadow of a doubt, a destination winery on the map of

Encinitas and San Diego County.

Their 5,000 sq.ft. facility features stunning architecture with high ceilings and large open windows gazing out onto Hwy 101. The winery is a wood barrel room with fermentation tanks, crusher and press. Adjacent to the winery is a full kitchen, bar and dining room. Perhaps the most interesting piece is the long concrete outdoor fire pit bar that seats up to 20, located just inches from the sidewalk and passers-by. Join their

Wine Club and get 20% OFF all wine purchases and invitations to all their events. Dining guests get 10% OFF any bottle of wine purchased or 15% OFF 6 bottles or more.

Solterra is open for lunch and dinner from 11:30 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. Monday to Thursday and until Midnight Friday and Saturday nights.

You can also enjoy an ice cold local beer and play bocce ball in the back. Solterra is located at 934 North Coast Hwy 101, Leucadia 92024.

Open Tue–Sun; closed Mon. (760) 230-2970 www.solterrawinery.com.

This spring enjoy sunshine, great food, fine wine, and cocktails with breathtaking Del Mar panoramic ocean views from Pacifica Del Mar, one of the finest restaurants in Coastal North County. Downstairs, also with shimmering ocean views, enjoy Pacifica Breeze Café’s lovely breakfast and lunches with their newest edition of hash specialties including braised short rib hash, corned beef hash (perfect for St. Patty’s Day), vegetable hash, turkey sausage hash, and sugar-spiced salmon hash!

Make your reservations now at Pacifica Del Mar and impress your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day with special entrée selections that come with soup and salad. Don’t forget to leave room for one of their amazing desserts such as their Crème Brule, Housemade Bon-Bon, or their famous Mocha Semifreddo

(shown in photo). The Semifreddo consists of layers of chocolate cus-

We love Gregorio’s! From the wait staff’s big smiles to the great Italian cuisine, the story of Gregorio’s Restaurant is so uplifting it’s hard to put into words. Gregorio’s owner, Greg Nelson, has done more for families and children of the Carlsbad Boys and Girls Clubs than anyone can imagine. As a young boy, Greg grew up and spent his days going to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad. That experience had a profound effect on him and who he is today. For three years, from 2010 to 2012, he donated 100% of his profits from Gregorio’s Restaurant to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad.

Make your reservations now for a very special Valentine’s Day lunch or dinner. Gregorio’s Restaurant in Carlsbad Village has wonderful Italian cuisine at very reasonable prices. We recommend their Angel Hair Pasta with Meat Sauce. But they offer a wide selection for lunch and dinner with signature dishes such as Linguini, Lasagne, Fettuccini Bolognaise, eggplant parmesan, steaks, Sicilian Chicken,

pizzas, sandwiches, burgers, soups, salads, appetizers and desserts, including homemade cannoli.

11am–9pm weekdays, 11am–10pm Fridays and Saturdays, and Happy Hour is 3pm–6pm Monday through Friday. Gregorio’s is located “upstairs” at the Village Faire in Carlsbad Village at 300 Carlsbad Village Drive, Suite 208, Carlsbad 92008. Call (760) 720-1132 or visit www.gregoriosrestaurant.com.

Pizzaiolo translated means “pizza chef” and Anthony Deluca, nephew to Papa Joe Vitale of Papa Tony’s fame and history, really knows how to make some memorable and absolutely delicious pizza pie! Anthony tore down the complete interior except for the big oven and has upgraded the restaurant completely with new floors, tables, displays, and has expanded and upgraded the menu. Uncle Joe has handed over the big pizza paddle to his nephew Anthony who, as you will find out, is a young master pizza chef with big pizza pies in his eyes and proudly serves up hand tossed stone-baked pizza with the finest cheeses and imported ingredients.

Anthony is still offering amazing daily deals such as large slices of pizza for $2 or specialty slices for only $2.75! Try Pizzaiolo’s Pasta Lunch Special and get your choice of pasta, garlic bread and a 16oz. soda for only $5.95! You can also order amazing Italian Subs, Torpedos, Capicolla and Cheese and Pastrami and Cheese.

In addition to custom gourmet pizzas, such as Anthony’s Margherita,

Bianca, Pesto and Shrimp, and Barbeque Chicken, the menu offers some amazing new dishes; for example, Lasagna with Italian Sausage, Baked Ziti, and Eggplant Parmigiana. They also have pan baked Sicilian-style pizza, Calzone and Stromboli!

Anthony, born and raised in San Diego, is a first generation born in the U.S. from Sicilian parents. He began working in his family’s pizzeria when he was twelve and later graduated from the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco, which is now the Cordon Bleu. “I’m very excited to be part of this great Encinitas community and can’t wait to introduce my Italian culinary recipes. I really want to do whatever I can to give back to the community, our local schools, and local businesses.” declares Anthony. Pizzaiolo is now open for business, so stop in or call ahead and see what Pizzaiolo is all about….you will be glad you did!

Pizziaolo is located at 554 Santa Fe Drive, Encinitas 92024 in the same shopping center as El Nopalito and 7-Eleven just east of I-5 freeway.

tard, white chocolate espresso mousse and homemade toffee.

The Ocean Bar and restaurant is one of North County’s gems and a local gathering place, where high style and Del Mar culture come together for lovely libations and exquisite cuisine. With a selection of more than 200 premium vodkas, they are recipients of the Gold Medallion for “Best Seafood Dining in San Diego,” and Wine Spectator’s “Award of Excellence.” Happy Hour is nightly from 4-6:30pm and all night long on Mondays and Tuesdays and features $1 OFF all drinks and a discounted bar menu.

Pacifica Del Mar and Breeze Café are located at 1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar 92014. Call (858) 792-0476 or visit www.pacificadelmar. com.

Gregorio’s also has a wide variety of light and healthy options, and is a great place to pop in and out for a quick lunch from 11am to 3pm. They are

open daily for lunch and dinner and will treat you as if it’s your home away from home. They have recently remodeled their fullbar and offer Happy Hour Monday–Friday with $5 appetizers and daily drink specials. Martini Mondays is great with $2 off martinis; Tuesdays is Two for Tuesday specials; Wednesday is 1/2 off all bottles of wine, all night; Thursdays get $2 off all bottled beer; and Friday is TGIF with $2 off–you call it! Gregorio’s is open

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fresh, healthy food you can trust

www.cafestoked.com 1215 San Elijo Road facebook.com/cafestoked San Marcos, CA 92078 Open Daily at 7 AM (760) 798-1322 Tuesday - Saturday until 11 PM Welcome to San Elijo Hills newest restaurant experience!

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North County Restaurant Reviews Casa de Bandini

Indulge in authentic award-winning Mexican cuisine amidst beautifully decorated dining rooms and an enchanting outdoor patio that USA Today Travel has named one of San Diego’s top 10 Best Outdoor Dining Options.

Diane Powers’ Casa de Bandini, located at The Forum in Carlsbad, is a top North County destination for regionally inspired Mexican fare.

Decorated with hand-crafted furnishings, fine Mexican folk art and colorfully hand-painted murals, guests feel the warmth and romance of Mexico as soon as they walk through the door. Diners are charmed nightly by strolling mariachis playing popular Mexican ballads and enjoy the cultural experience while sipping Bird Bath Margaritas.

Bandini caters to the diner’s dietary needs with gluten-free, vegetarian and healthy eating menus. For those fighting to be fit in the New Year, Chef Ignacio has prepared a number of authentic and lower-calorie Mexican entrees bursting with flavor, that won’t ruin resolutions. The Chicken and Black Bean Tostada features a crisp homemade corn tortilla topped with shredded chicken, black beans, tomato, shredded lettuce, olives and spiced with salsa ranchera on the

side – and has only 441 calories.

Casa de Bandini uses the freshest ingredients and offers 14 salsas and sauces made fresh daily, delicious selections of homemade salad dressings, and hot corn and flour tortillas prepared throughout the day between the Cantina and dining room at the Tortilla Kitchen. Other popular dishes include the flavorful Carnitas a la Michoacan, succulent morsels of pork served with hot tortillas, guacamole, salsa and beans. Seafood lovers will delight in Enchiladas Del Mar, full of crab, shrimp and pescado blanco and smothered in a creamy, spicy jalapeño sauce. Carne Asada Tampiqueña pleases steak-lovers with deliciously seasoned carne asada, grilled and topped with mild green California chile and onion, with a cheese enchilada, beans and guacamole.

Diane Powers’ other fine Mexican restaurants include Casa Sol y Mar in Del Mar Highlands, Casa Guadalajara in Old Town and Casa de Pico in La Mesa. Casa de Bandini is open seven days a week and located at 1901 Calle Barcelona Carlsbad, 92009. Call (760) 634-3443 or visit www. casadebandini.com.

Rita’s Italian Ice

GET A FREE RITA’S ITALIAN ICE! Clip their coupon from our coupon page and buy one, and get the second one free! Must present coupon at time of purchase.

Rita’s in Carlsbad is the first in San Diego, but many are slated to open soon, including a new location in Encinitas. Rita’s, the nation’s largest Italian Ice concept with roots in Philadelphia dating back to 1984 when a Philly firefighter opened a small Italian ice business to augment his income, has opened their first franchise here in Carlsbad. The business is named after the firefighter’s wife. Rita’s Italian Ice is made fresh daily with chunks of fresh fruit added. Their Italian Ices are fat free, cholesterol free, and trans-fat free and offer more than 65 flavors. 10 flavors of sugar free Italian Ice sweetened with Splenda are also available.

Some new flavors to look for are Sugar free Dragonfruit, two new Starburst Flavors, and Jelly Belly. Cherry and Mango flavors are always on the menu due to popular demand. Other flavors are switched depending on the season and availability. The traditional Gelati with Mango Ice mixed with Vanilla Custard is our overall favorite. It’s

absolutely addicting! They now offer new milkshake flavors such as Caramel and Peppermint. Their Cream Ice is a richer, creamier version of the Italian Ice and is 98% fat free. Custard is a signature treat that is creamy and is offered in Vanilla, Chocolate, Orange Cream, Coffee, and Strawberry. Served in a cup, toppings like caramel and hot fudge can be added. Misto is a combination of flavored Italian Ice and Custard blended together as a drink. The Gelati is their number one selling treat.

It’s a layering of Custard, then Italian Ice and topped with Custard. A Blendini is a personalized crunchy blend of Italian Ice, crunchy additions like Snickers, Oreo and Custard all blended together! Other frozen treats include Cookie Sandwiches and Custard Cakes. All are made fresh daily and never refrozen so the taste is fresh and delicious. 20% discount is offered to Military and Firefighters. Rita’s is also partnered with Carlsbad Educational Foundation, and the San Diego Sockers.

Rita’s is located at 3263 Camino de Los Coches, Suite #103, Carlsbad, 92009 (in the Sprouts/Petco Shopping Center) Call (760) 753-5700 or visit www.ritascarlsbad.com.

Stoked!

We are so stoked that we live so close to Stoked! in San Elijo Hills.

With the addition of their new beer and wine license Stoked! is the perfect place to meet a friend, conduct a business meeting, just hang out, or have a romantic rendezvous on Valentine’s Day, dining and sipping while sitting on sofas in front of their gorgeous rock fireplace on their beautiful garden patio. Enjoy a cold Stone IPA or Pale Ale, or perhaps a bold red Carodorum Issos Toro 2007, or an energetic, crisp white Pampano Inspiracion Verdejo 2012.

Nothing brings in a steady flow of happy repeat customers than great food, libations, and wonderful service, and I can attest that Stoked! provides the perfect recipe. New owner and proud San Elijo resident, Chris Vulovic, has a history of success as a corporate CEO, a consultant, a caterer, and the author of “I Love Food” (available on Amazon). She has put together a business plan for a restaurant with a personal touch and a warm welcoming feel that is perfect for locals, families with kids going to

and from school, North County foodies, and wedding and party planners.

The indoor ambiance is comfortable and very attractive. The front has outdoor umbrella seating, and the back has a beautiful intimate patio built around a rock fireplace–hence the name Stoked!. There’s plenty of space available for indoor and outdoor meetings, parties and weddings.

Their master chef will wow your taste buds as well as your visual and textural senses with fresh and healthy food. Stop in for a wonderful hot latte or a bowl of soup on a cold day. Lunch is served from 11:30am to 3:00 pm. They always have a daily soup and their sandwiches are some of the best in North County. If they still have it, you must try their roasted and caramelized vegetable sandwich on rustic bread with layers of roasted vegetables, melted mozzarella, and drizzled with pesto….absolutely delicious! Give this place a try and I guarantee you will be back for more.

Stoked is located at 1215 San Elijo Road in San Marcos (San Elijo Hills) 92078. Call 760-798-1322 or visit www.cafestoked.com.

Tony’s Jacal

“One of the most authentic north of the border...” Zagat Survey 1999. This Valentine’s Day bring your best friend or sweetheart and experience the most delicious Mexican cuisine anywhere in San Diego. Taste the flavors of Mexico and enjoy the history of one of the first Mexican restaurants in San Diego. Tony’s is a local favorite and a famous tourist destination.

The historic Tony’s Jacal (pronounced hakal) is one of San Diego’s oldest and most treasured Mexican restaurants. Located in the seaside town of Solana Beach, Tony’s Jacal offers the most authentic Mexican food and drinks this side of the border. This San Diego landmark opened its doors in 1946 as a small neighborhood house where neighbors would stop by for a delicious meal. Its reputation built over the years because the cuisine is delicious and the atmosphere and service are outstanding. This is the place to go for authentic Mexican food and great drinks. For three generations, Tony’s Jacal has been serving family specialties like their famous chile relleno, turkey tacos, turkey enchiladas, shrimp burritos, tamales, and amazing flautas. Don’t

forget to leave a little room for one of their amazing desserts such as their Chocolate Banana Dessert Chimichanga made with banana, Mexican chocolate, cinnamon, rolled inside four mini flour tortillas, fried and covered with chocolate sauce and whipped cream. It’s only $5.50 and enough for 2-4 people! Other desserts include flan, deep fried ice cream, and sopaipillas.

Their classic cantina lounge offers a wide selection of tequila and margaritas. Tony’s Jacal has a beautiful floral outdoor garden patio and live Mariachi music in the evenings. This classic Mexican restaurant accommodates some of the happiest and most satisfied customers anywhere. Lunch is served Mon – Sat 11am to 2pm: Dinner is served Weekdays 5-9:30pm, Fri and Sat 5-10pm, Sun 3-9:30pm: Closed on Tuesday. If you are looking for an authentic Mexican restaurant experience, with wonderful food, drinks and service, Tony’s Jacal is the place!

Tony’s Jacal is located just west of the I-5 Fry and just south of Lomas Santa Fe at 621 Valley Avenue, Solana Beach, 92075. Call (858) 755-2274 or visit www.tonysjacal.com

Celebrate the San Diego Chargers outstanding season and enjoy Mr.Taco’s famous Charger Supreme Del Mar Burrito, which is a giant size wet burrito filled with shrimp and crab, topped with tomatillo sauce and cheese for $7.75. It’s absolutely delicious!

Mr. Taco now offers $1 Tacos on Taco Tuesdays! Get either a ground beef, shredded beef, chicken or fish taco for only one dollar.

See store for details. Also, clip their coupon, and any other day of the week, buy 2 Tacos and get one FREE! Or, get 15% OFF your complete bill (excluding tax). Must present coupon at time of purchase.

Everyday, Mr. Taco is packed with Mexican food lovers, Cal State San Marcos students and faculty, local residents and business people who crave perfect burritos, tasty tacos, tostadas, and delicious Mexican sauces. They know that Mr.Taco’s Fresh Mexican Grill is the best place to go for casual, quality, absolutely delicious, authentic, and best priced Mexican food.

Due to their popularity over the past eleven years, there are now two Mr. Taco locations and one Mrs. Taco. All three family-owned and operated restaurants offer very extensive menus with the finest and freshest ingredients available, in a casual sit-down atmosphere. They also offer take-out and catering.

Try a side order of their Jalapenos Chiles Toreados (3) for 95 cents or (6) for $1.50. Or try any of their delicious Mexican Combo Plates that come with rice and beans. When the weather is cold, have their chicken soup. It’s gigantic, delicious and is filled with a ton of chicken for only $6.95 and is enough for two. Their daily menu is huge, with appetizers, tacos, fajitas, combination plates, burritos, salads, tostadas, and of course, their famous pineapple tamales for dessert!

San Marcos: 342 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road (across from CSUSM) (760) 410-1396. San Marcos: 304 W. Mission Road (760) 744-4024. Vista: Mrs. Taco 2215 S. Melrose Dr., (760) 727-7311 www.mrtaco.net

Get a free 8-piece crunch roll with any purchase of $5 or more. Clip and present their coupon at time of purchase. This is one of the best restaurant offers at one of the best sushi restaurants in North County.

Ahi Sushi wants you to invite you to their restaurant with a delicious (FREE) 8-piece Crunchy Roll! If you are craving great tasting authentic sushi but are on a budget, then you’ve got to try their daily special offer.

It’s 4-pieces of salmon roll, plus 4-pieces of spicy tuna roll, plus 4-pieces of California roll, plus 4-pieces of smoked salmon roll (16 pieces total) for only $6.95. So, for $6.95 you can have a 16-piece cut roll special and get a free 8-piece crunchy roll! This is the best sushi offer in all of San Diego.

You must present their free crunchy roll coupon. (See coupon page) Ahi Sushi provides great service. It’s the fastest and friendliest sushi service we’ve ever experienced. Their sushi is absolutely delicious and their prices are even better! Everyday they offer 50% OFF Cut Rolls and Sushi items that are highlighted on their sushi menu. They also have lunch specials for $5.95, dinner specials for $7.50 and Sake Bombs for $6.95! Order take out and don’t for-

get to bring your FREE crunchy roll coupon that you can clip from our coupon pages or download from our website. We highly recommend these selections: 2-piece Seared Tuna sushi for $3.25; 8- piece Crunchy Roll for $5.50; 8-piece Caterpillar Roll for $7; and their famous 8-piece Albacore Special Roll for $8.

Their menu also includes Teriyaki Chicken, Orange Chicken, Katsu chicken, Yakisoba, Tempura Udon, Seafood Udon, Egg Rolls, Gyoza, a wide assortment of specialty rolls, appetizers, party platters, beer, wine, sake and desserts.

Ahi Sushi and Grill has four locations: San Marcos, Fletcher Hills, La Jolla, and Alpine Creek. The nearest North County location is in San Marcos on Twin Oaks Valley Road near Cal State University San Marcos and San Marcos Civic Center. This location is always busy and attracts nearby business people, local residents, college students and faculty and anyone that loves great sushi at great prices.

Ahi Sushi and Grill is located at 157 N. Twin Oaks Valley Road, #136, San Marcos, CA 92069 (next to L.A. Fitness). Please call (760) 761-0238 or visit www.iloveahi.com.

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22nd Annual Brazil Carnival March 1, Saturday, 9:30pm to 1:30am Brazilian Promotions pres­ ents the 22nd Annual San Diego Brazil Carnival on Saturday, March 1, from 9:30 PM to 1:30 AM. This grand party, produced by Brazilian Promotions includes a great lineup of bands, capoeira, parades, beads, and a special samba show with dancers in glittering costumes accom­ panied by percussionists playing authentic batucada

rhythms. Dance to your hearts desire to samba, batucada, axé, frevo, reggae, marcha, and Carnaval Electrico. This is one event definitely not to miss!

Tickets are now on sale and are $25–$75. Attendees must be 21+ years old. The Brazil Carnival takes place at The Fuse Nightclub at 379 4th Avenue, San Diego, 92101. For more information or tickets, call (619) 865-8972 or visit www.brazilcarnival.com.

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North County Restaurant Reviews Tip Top Meats

The best has just gotten better! Tip Top Meats has recently renovated the restaurant and deli counter and proudly serves CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF! This is their 47th Anniversary. In February and March celebrate Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day at Tip Top. Bring your Sweetheart on Valentine’s Day and get a Valentine’s Top Sirloin Steak Dinner for Two for only $19.98. The dinner includes two Top Sirloin Steaks with sides and a bottle of House Wine. Dinner is served on Valentine’s Day from 2 to 8pm.

Get lucky all week long during St. Patrick’s Day week from March 10-15, from 11am to 8pm. Enjoy a wonderful St. Patrick’s Irish BostonStyle Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner with cooked carrots and red potatoes, all for only $10.98. Add a glass of green beer for only $2.90 plus tax.

Order your U.S.D.A. Choice Cuts from their butcher shop. Here are some prices: Corned Beef Round $3.79/lb; Corned Beef Brisket 3.79/ lb; Leg of Lamb $8.98/lb; Lamb Stew Meat $6.98/lb. (prices subject to change). Tip Top is a one-of-a-kind butcher shop, a gourmet Europeanstyle delicatessen and a full service European marketplace. It’s truly a dining destination and one of the last real butcher shops around. Nobody in San Diego County comes close to the quality, service and value that Tip Top provides. Try the Big John Breakfast, the Big John Burger, and, of course, their famous Steak and Stein Dinner consisting of a huge steak served with vegetables, potato, kraut, bread, salad and a stein of beer from $10.98.

Tip Top Meats is located at 6118 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad 92011.

Call (760) 438-2620 www.tiptopmeats.com.

Broken Yolk Café

Looking for a nice Valentine’s Day lunch or brunch? The Broken Yolk Café’ can accommodate a booth for two or just about any size group. Eat inside or enjoy their covered outdoor patio (La Costa location) on a warm spring day.

The Broken Yolk Café is open 365 days a year including all holidays from 6am to 3pm. It’s one of the most popular breakfast and lunch restaurants in San Diego. They provide great food, great service, and great prices. Consistency in their food and service is what makes this place a true winner. It’s what everyone has come to expect time after time.

All of their omelets are super large size meals. Between $9.49 and $9.99 you can build your own 4-egg omelet with a selection of cheeses and as many ingredients as you like. They are famous for their omelets. The No Name Omelet is one of our favorites. It’s a huge four-egg omelet stuffed with bacon, avocado, and mushrooms. You can top this with sour cream and salsa (shown in photo). For something truly healthy, try their fresh fruit bowls. We’ve never seen such gigantic fruit bowls anywhere else!

They have a great early bird breakfast menu for only $4.99 served every

day of the week from 6am to 8am. Their Iron Man and Iron Woman Special is a 12-egg omelet filled with mushrooms, onions and American cheese, smothered with their own house-made chili and more cheese. It’s served on a 15-inch pizza pan with a generous pile of home fries and two biscuits.

This is for one person only and you get a one-hour time limit to gobble it down. If you can eat it within one hour, the omelet is free. You also get a t-shirt and you will go down in Broken Yolk history with your name engraved on their Hall of Fame plaque. Cost is $24.99.

Lunchtime at the Broken Yolk includes a wide selection of burgers, soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, and paninis. All items are large portions.

We love their mile high club sandwich. It comes with French fries, potato salad or coleslaw and a Kosher dill pickle.

There are nine Broken Yolk Café locations throughout San Diego with four in North County: La Costa location is 7670 El Camino Real 92009, and San Marcos location is 101 S. Las Posas Rd. 92078. Call (760) 943-8182 www.thebrokenyolkcafe.com.

Pelly’s Restaurant and Fish Market

Over the years many families have been turning to a healthier lifestyle and eating more fish. Pelly’s fresh fish market and seafood restaurant offers locals and visitors the freshest fish in town. It’s fresh, fast, and delicious! Pelly’s is one of the original fish markets in Coastal North County.

On any given day, depending on the season, Pelly’s offers large fillets of ahi, yellowtail, albacore, mahi-mahi, halibut, Atlantic salmon, swordfish, sea bass, and a wide assortment of local shellfish including local oysters, clams, and mussels and lobster when in season. Buy fresh fish from their market and take it home or order grilled fish and eat it there.

The Poinsettia Village Shopping Center, home of Pelly’s Fish Market, just completed renovating Pelly’s outdoor patio. It’s now more spacious and more beautiful than ever before. Enjoy a warm spring day or evening and a great seafood meal under an umbrella while watching people walk by.

Pelly’s offers Seafood Platters that will suit any Superbowl, NCAA Final Four game or Easter Sunday family brunch. Pelly’s has a reputation as the best place for delicious fresh fish lunches and dinners, especially their char-grilled mahi-mahi, char-grilled halibut, and of course, their unbelievable crab cakes and grilled fish tacos. Their fish sandwiches are to die for! If you’re in the mood for a salad, have their fresh ono salad, ceviche, bay shrimp salad or their stone crab salad.

We highly recommend their famous Manhattan red or Boston white clam chowder. Pelly’s is not a fancy, sit down restaurant, but the quality of their freshly prepared seafood more than makes up for it. Their prices are very reasonable. Check the board for their Catch of the Day. Pelly’s Fish Market is open 7-days a week. They are located in the Poinsettia Village Shopping Center at 7110 Avenida Encinas #101, Carlsbad CA 92011. Call (760) 431-8454 or visit www.pellysfish.com.

We can’t wait! Vigilucci’s Restaurant Group is expanding, remodeling and relocating its popular Vigilucci’s Trattoria Italiana. “It was almost 20 years ago that we opened the Trattoria, and introduced North County San Diego to the food and culture of my hometown,” says restaurant owner, Roberto Vigilucci. “It pleases me that, after all these years, the public’s appetite for the authentic Italian cuisine we serve continues to grow and thus our need to expand.”

Moving to 530 N. Coast Hwy 101 on the corner of Athena St. in Leucadia, the new location will provide the space needed to better accommodate the growing number of private party requests while enhancing its charming, intimate ambiance. A major transformation to the property, formerly operating as Robbie’s, is underway, with the Trattoria unveiling its new look in March. This Valentine’s Day the executive chef team at Vigilucci’s will offer a selection of special prix fixe menus and a la carte choices to create the perfect lunch or dinner. They also have a special wine and dine date night every Tuesday at Vigilucci’s Cucina and every Wednesday at Vigilucci’s

Ristorante in Coronado from 4-9pm. On date night couples get a choice of two entree’s and 2 glasses of wine for $39. This is not offered on holidays and does not include tax and gratuity Menu.

Vigilucci’s Restaurant Group is dedicated to serving unparalleled Italian cuisine, much like that found in the kitchens of Northern Italy. They have multiple locations in San Diego, from Carlsbad to Coronado, and their menu highlights homemade pasta dishes, savory veal, chicken, prime steak and seafood, paired with award-winning wine. Vigilucci’s Restaurant Group offers full service catering and has sophisticated semi-private and private rooms for any size party.

Their award winning food, superb hospitality, and attention to detail are sure to please the most discerning diner or event planner.

Vigilucci’s is open for lunch, dinner and offers Happy Hour specials daily. A memorable Sunday Brunch is offered at Vigilucci’s Ristorante Coronado and the Steakhouse.

Visit www.vigiluccis.com for menus, happy hour, specials, events, and a location near you.

Bruegger’s Bagels

Bruegger’s will be open Valentine’s Day, St Patrick’s Day and Easter Sunday Try a Bruegger’s Breakfast Sandwich for the perfect way to start your day. Their classic breakfast sandwiches combine eggs with your choice of peppered bacon, ham, sausage or turkey sausage on a hot fresh bagel. We recommend trying their Better Cheddar Sandwich. This delicious sandwich comes with an egg patty with cheddar cheese, peppered bacon, and light garlic herb cream cheese on a fresh baked bagel, toasted if you wish. Of course, our all-time favorite is their classic smoked salmon and cream cheese on a fresh bagel with tomato, red onions and capers. Yum! Clip their coupon from our coupon page or from their ad on page 3 and get any bagel and cream cheese and small cup of coffee for only $2.49. Bruegger’s now has a delicious new breakfast egg sandwich called Chimi Cheddar. It’s a really delicious sandwich with egg, peppered bacon, green peppers, and cheddar cheese on a plain bagel. The Chimichurri sauce really makes this sandwich special.

The zesty sauce contains a mixture of Jalapenos, lime juice, olive oil,

onions, thyme, parsley, cilantro, garlic, and red wine vinegar. The flavor is subtle at first, but the more you eat, the better it gets.

Guests that watch their calories can now order any of Bruegger’s 15-plus varieties of “skinny,” due to Bruegger’s unique slicing process.

Instead of changing the recipe of its time-tested, New York-style bagel, Bruegger’s slices the bagels thinner using a process that removes approximately one-third of the bagel’s center but preserves its unique eggshell crust and delicious toppings. The result is a lower calorie bagel without sacrificing variety or taste. Another healthy choice is their Skinny Zesty Egg White Sandwich. This comes with an egg white patty on a skinny sesame bagel, with turkey sausage, Swiss cheese and sundried tomato spread.

Bruegger’s operates 300 bakeries in North America. Renowned for its award winning bagels, Bruegger’s offers a wide variety of freshly prepared breakfast and lunch options made with high quality ingredients served with its unique brand of hospitality. Visit www. brueggers.com.

Carlsbad Ranch Market

This Valentine’s Day and throughout spring, you’ll fall in love at Carlsbad Ranch Market because it’s fresh, locally grown strawberry season! Carlsbad has cases, flats, and baskets of large, sweet, ripe and delicious locally grown strawberries. Another wonderful seasonal fruit that you may not know about is their very sweet Ugly Tangerines. They don’t look pretty on the outside (kind of ugly) but inside you’ll find deliciously sweet tangerine fruit full of vitamin C! March means it’s time for NCAA March Madness basketball.

We highly recommend Carlsbad Ranch Market’s daily homemade Mexican Tortilla Dip, Guacamole Dip, and Fresh Salsas along with their huge assortment of locally made Tortilla Chips.

Carlsbad Ranch Market is an indoor fruit and vegetable stand and much more. There isn’t a salad bar around that compares to the price

and selection of their hot and cold salad bar. Daily made delicious soups, tortilla pie, lasagna, pastas, rice dishes, hot vegetable dishes and cold salad bar items are sold by weight. Buy a little or pile it on; either way, it’s so hard to hold back when you see their amazing selection. Carlsbad Ranch Market sells Julian Pies for a dollar less than the pies right from the Julian Pie Company Store. Julian Pie Company pies are fresh-baked and without preservatives, so you know when you buy one, it will be fresh.

Pick up a few cans of San Marzano tomatoes for only $3.79. While you’re at it, check out their great selection of hard to find Lithuanian food products.

Carlsbad Ranch Market is located at 6118 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92011. (next door to Tip Top Meats) Call (760) 438-3202. You can also find them on Facebook.

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Flower Fields New Orchard, Vineyard, Micro-Brewery, Winery, Project Approved Big changes are in the works for the Carlsbad Flower Fields. Plans include growing nuts, herbs and hops along with a grape vineyard and a tangerine tree and olive tree orchard.

The Floral Trade Center on Avenida Encinas will become half trade center and half farm-to-table center with a micro-brewery, winery, and culinary school. The 44,000 sq. ft. Center will utilize products grown locally at the Flower Fields and will be served and sold on-site. Last September, the project was awarded over $1 million in grants from the City of Carlsbad for the first phase of the farm. The first phase includes farming plots, a 10,000 sq. ft. brewery and a 2,000 sq. ft. education center.

Phase one of the project was approved by the Carlsbad Planning Commission on December 4, 2013, and has the green light to proceed, according to Commissioner Christer Westman. Westman says, “The property owner Carltas has sold the ownership of the Floral Trade Center and plans are in place for the Northern part of the (Flower Fields) property and has a conceptual agricultural based exhibition project with planting orchards and agricultural crops to be used for education, display, and sold on-site.

Carltas has recently moved to a new location. The Floral Trade Center located on Avenida Encinas will continue conducting business in the mornings to the floral trade industry, but will be open to the public in the afternoons with a farm-to-table concept including an education and culinary center with kitchen products grown on site.”

Along with the transformation of the Floral Trade Center, a portion of the north side of the historic Carlsbad Flower Fields will include a vineyard, a tree orchard, and other

agricultural crops. These crops will be used for education, and will be prepared, sold and served at the newly reno­ vated Floral Trade Center. Although this project has been given the green light by the Planning Commission, this is a big project and construction plans with building permits have not yet been approved and may take up to two years.

Every year The Carlsbad Flower Fields transforms into a dazzling array of colors overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The Flower Fields offers the ultimate family experience, host­ ing a variety of activities and events. Attendees can enjoy a ride on an open-air wagon being pulled by an antique trac­ tor, visit the Cymbidium Orchid Greenhouse, or immerse your self in the fragrant Sweet Pea Maze.

With over 50 acres of extraordinary beauty, The Carlsbad Flower Fields offer a unique opportunity for adults and kids to enjoy a day together among fields of color. The Flower Fields are open daily from 9am to 6pm beginning March 1.

The Carlsbad Flower Fields are located at 5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad. For more information about tick­ ets and special days call (760) 431-0352 or visit www. theflowerfields.com.

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19th Annual shamROCK in the Gaslamp Quarter March 15, Saturday, 4pm–Midnight It’s been 19 years since the birth of shamROCK and every year shamROCK continues to be the biggest Irish Celebration on the West Coast. This time around, over

20,000 Irish revelers are expected to hit the streets of the Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego. The 19th Annual sham­ ROCK, presented by Jameson and The Field, takes place on the most sacred party day of the year, St. Patrick’s Day, Sunday, March 15, from 4pm until Midnight.

The Gaslamp is pulling out all the stops for this year’s Celebration as a 150-foot Irish Pub on the streets of the Gaslamp is re-created; the streets turn green with over 80,000 square feet of green artificial turf; and with a light­ ing extravaganza, the Gaslamp Quarter transforms into an urban, super chic version of the rolling hills of Ireland! shamROCK is the one of the major street parties of the year in San Diego, and this year it lives up to the “rock” in shamROCK with three stages of live entertainment. The Field Irish Stage features Irish Rock, Irish Punk Rock and other Irish favorites. Fifth Avenue and F Street features the new Electronica stage and will have the most sexy, crazy sounds to hypnotize you into an Irish haze. The third stage is located next to the 150-foot Irish pub and

4th Annual For the Love of Chocolate and SweetArt Festival February 8, Saturday, 1pm-5pm Bring your sweetheart or just your sweet tooth to the 4th annual “For the Love of Chocolate and SweetArt Festival. Chocolate pairings kick off the “For the Love of Chocolate” festivities at 1pm on Grand Avenue in Escondido on Saturday, February 8. Guests will experi­ ence an assortment of exotic chocolates paired with wine and champagne at boutiques, spas, salons and other retail stores along Grand Avenue, between Centre City Parkway and Juniper Street. Lost Abbey Brewery and Michael David Winery will be participating along with others.

“Sweet Street” opens at 1pm on Grand Avenue at Kalmia Street. Attendees stroll among vendor booths to taste and purchase gourmet, international, and unusual treats, all produced and presented by local and international chocolat­ iers. Take a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride through historic Grand Avenue. Live musical entertainment is provided.

Additional variations on this chocolate theme can be found all around downtown Escondido to satisfy one’s chocolate cravings. Visitors can indulge by stopping into many of the downtown galleries, restaurants, and spas. Many will be offering Valentine’s Day activities and treats and specials on chocolate, drinks, entrees, and desserts. Following the festival, from 5pm to 9pm, the “SweetArt” Walk brings fine art into the mix with gallery openings and receptions.

The event takes place in Downtown Escondido along Grand Avenue, between Centre City Parkway and Juniper Street. “For the Love of Chocolate” tickets are $20-$35 for entrance and beer and wine pairings. Call (858) 243-3211 or visit www.escondidochocolatefestival.com. presents over 25 Irish River Dancers and your favorite San Diego and Los Angeles DJs. And, Dublin has noth­ ing on “The Pub,” which has lots of beer and plenty of Jameson Irish Whisky to concoct your favorite St. Paddy’s Day libations. shamROCK once again takes place on 6th Avenue between E and G Streets, “F” Street between 5th and 7th Avenues, and G Street between 5th and 6th Avenues in the Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego. Tickets to shamROCK are now on sale starting at $30 and $65 for VIP. A wristband gets you special privileges. Don’t test your luck. Get your tickets now, as Shamrock has sold out in past years. Don’t forget, this event goes on, rain or shine. For additional information, and to confirm date and time or to pur­ chase tickets, please contact (619) 233-5008 or visit www. sandiegoshamrock.com.

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New 32-Acre Alga Norte Community Park Alga Norte Community Park, the City of Carlsbad’s new 32-acre park at the corner of Alicante Road and Poinsettia Lane, opened to the public Dec. 31, just in time for the new year. The City of Carlsbad broke ground on the park in June 2012 and has kept within its $40 million construction budget. Alga Norte Park features an aquatic center with a 56-meter competition pool, a 25-yard 12-lane instruction pool, a warm water spa for adults and a fitness room and concession stand. It also has a splash pad for children to play on.

Other features of the park include an off-leash dog park with areas for large and small dogs, dog agility props and a dog training area; a lighted skate park for beginner and experienced skateboarders, a playground with shade

structures over the play equipment, a lighted full basket­ ball court and one half basketball court, and three lighted multi-purpose ball fields with a snack bar complete with shaded picnic areas and barbeques.

“With construction almost done, Parks & Recreation Department staff are kicking into high gear, getting new programs ready for the public and running through all the system checks,” said Chris Hazeltine, director of the City of Carlsbad Parks & Recreation Department. “Not only is this new park beautiful and state of the art, it’s giving us a chance to offer fun new classes, camps, and clinics throughout the year.” When completed, the 32-acre park will be the most environmentally friendly park in the City of Carlsbad.

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Advertise in the Sun Advertise in the North County Sun spring April / May edition. Deadline for all artwork, ads and editorial is Mrach 7, 2014.

Call 760.635.9100 or email info@NorthCountySun.com

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North County Art Gallery & Exhibit Month Experience the wonder and creativity of our local art world during the month of March for the first annual North County Art Gallery and Exhibit Month. North County Art Gallery and Exhibit Month runs simultaneously with National Youth Art Month.

The month of March is recognized for promoting art and art education in the United States and is observed with thousands of

Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center The Discovery Center’s exhibits and activities are inspirational, educational, and interactive. The Center is continuously changing and growing. Their newly refurbished Rancho Room replicates the Rancho time period with authentic wear, instruments, and furniture.

Take photos in cowboy attire and learn about how people lived during that time. Watch bees up close in a real full working beehive colony. The glass window view allows you to watch bees in action as they go in the hive and out to the surrounding native gardens to collect pollen to make honey! The Center also has a collection of critters such as

a bearded dragon, a Russian tortoise, tarantula, snake, sea bass, and a touch tank where you can get up close and per­ sonal with the sea animals that inhabit the lagoon. Here are some upcoming events including their Night at The Museum events sponsored by Tri-City Medical Center and Tip Top Run sponsored by Tip Top Meats:

February 6, Astronomy Adventure. Join OPT Telescopes and their expert astronomers and look at our solar system through high powered telescopes. Pizza and lemonade will be available.

March 13, Sea Creatures of the Night. Biologist Nate Spindel shows off the Discovery Aquariums. Learn about the mysterious creatures that utilize the night for feeding and experience their nocturnal habits. Mac & Cheese and lemonade completes the night.

March 22, World Water Day and Tip Top Run 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk. $45 includes entry fee, food, t-shirt, and festival.

April 12, Coyote Spotlight. Wildlife Biologist Jordan Ahle leads families on a “spotlighting adventure” onto the night trails, calling the lagoon’s coyotes. This is a must adventure for Coyote Lovers! Enjoy yummy warm cookies and milk.

Aqua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center is located at 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad 92008. Call (760) 804-1969 or visit www.aguahedionda.org.

made jewelry, pottery, carvings, photography, calligraphy, plein-air paintings, watercolors, pastels, oils, landscapes, seascapes, interesting people, portraits, and still life. There is something for everyone’s taste. While visiting, you’ll be able to talk with the artists as they create their works in their gallery studios.

ArtBeat on Main Street wants you to be part of the Vista art culture and celebrate the arts of life. Join art

workshops, unleash your creativity in all sorts of fun and interesting classes, shop in their chic gift boutique or enter an art piece in one of their compe­ titions. Join them on the third Saturday of each month from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM for live music, great food, lovely spirits and spirited conver­ sations with friend­ ly artists and art aficionados.

ArtBeat on Main Street is located at 330 Main Street, Vista 92084 and is open Tue–Fri., 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Sat., 9:30 – 6:00 PM; Sun., 9:30 – 4:00 PM. For more information, please call (760) 295-3118 or visit www. artbeatonmainstreet.com.

ArtBeat on Main Street Welcome to ArtBeat on Main Street, “Your Destination for All Things Art” and the friendliest gal­ lery in town! ArtBeat and its artists are leading the revital­ ization of the heart of Vista by offering an ever-changing panorama of artworks, learn­ ing opportunities, receptions, wine tastings and more.

ArtBeat on Mainstreet is a gallery of diverse fine art and a source for workshops and classes. The gallery, along with their unique boutique, has become a City of Vista com­ munity partner and a cultural destination. It’s a place of creativity and inspiration.

The gallery proudly carries a unique and eclectic array of art by a diverse group of artists that showcase their work at ArtBeat on Main Street. You’ll find everything from hand-

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in the San Dieguito River Valley watershed, documenting the area from an early 21st-century perspective and creating “wet-paint” canvases for the exhibition. The painters will depict the landscape; the coast from La Jolla to Encinitas, as well as the lower portion of the lagoon to the upper portion of Volcan Mountain. Their plein-air paintings, as well as studio works derived from field studies, will comprise more than 100 paintings for sale in this contemporary exhibition, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the SDRVC. For those who are unfamiliar, plein-air painters go out on location, set up easels and paint what they see: flowers, rock formations, canyons, rolling hills, riverbeds, bridges, landscapes, and seascapes. PAPA painters are committed to the tradition of working directly from life and exploring the timeless beauty around them. And that’s what the exhibi­ tion is all about: connecting with and appreciating nature.

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The Museum at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, presents Second Spring—Conserving Nature in Life and Art. This one-of-a-kind plein-air art exhibition runs April 6 – 27, with a tick­ eted Opening Gala and Sale on April 5.

Second Spring is a collaboration of three partnering nonprofit organiza­ tions concerned with conserving the natural world in both life and art: the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy (SDRVC), Plein-Air Painters of America (PAPA) and the California Center for the Arts, Escondido.

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The Museum at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido is located at 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido 92025. For more information, visit www.artcenter.org.

The Civic Gallery The City of Vista’s Public Arts Com­ mis­sion supports the Civic Gallery which features ro­tating ex­200 Civic Center Drive, Vista hibitions through­ out the year and is located within Vista’s Civic Center.

Admission is always free. The next exhibition on view is “Vista Visions 2014” which is an all media exhibition that is on display from February 22 through April 3. Artists reside in San Diego County and can be professional, hobbyists, or students over 18 years of age. All exhibited work is for sale. This is a Juried show with $1,200 in awards, including: $500 First Place; $400 Second Place; $300 Third Place, and ten honorable mention awards.

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bition on display at the Civic Gallery in Vista at 200 Civic Center Drive.

Summer 2014, Kites Over Vista. This is the sixth annual Kites Over Vista exhibition.

View original sculptural work as you walk along the streets in Vista’s historic downtown.

Ongoing, Vista In Bloom and Art Walk. Vista in Bloom art project is one of com­ munity pride that involves artists painting designated City utility boxes. The City of Vista also has a “walking tour” and map of sculptures and murals featured throughout the City presented by various local artists. Contact the City of Vista Recreation/Community Services Department to

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VISTAVISIONS2014 obtain a walking tour map or visit this website to down­ load a pdf file www.cityofvista.com/departments/parks/ public_art.cfm.

The Civic Gallery is located at 200 Civic Center Drive, Vista 92084. For more information, call (760) 639-6151 or visit www.vistapublicart.com.

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North County Art Gallery & Exhibit Month American schools participating, often with the involvement of local art galleries, exhibitions, and civic organizations. San Diego Museum Month takes place in February, so why not continue the tradition through the month of March and shine a spotlight on our wonderfully talented North County artists, public and private galleries, exhibits, and discovery centers. Enjoy!

Lux Art Institute Lux Art Institute is where you will see art differently and see it happen by watching their artists-in-residence at work. You see the artistic process firsthand and are able to engage with internationally recognized artists in a working studio envi­ ronment. The next two artists-in-residence are Marcus Kenny and Jarmo Mäkilä.

Marcus Kenney – In Studio Until February 8 and On Exhibit Until March 8 Poverty, alienation, and social injustice are frequent themes in the multimedia works of Georgian painter and sculptor Marcus Kenney. His subjects, both humorous and macabre, suggest Southern Gothic dramas with folksy cross-cultural references.

Kenney’s mixed media paintings and sculptures with found objects are well known and critically acclaimed.

His masterful practice of collage techniques and assem­ blage are hallmarks of his oeuvre. Kenney’s narrative

works present a tumultuous clash of imagery reflecting America’s melting pot of culture and consider issues including consumerism, environmentalism, religion, mortality, identity, race relations, and authority. While in residence, Kenney will paint his interpretation of Bruegel’s Tower of Babel on a large scale 10’x 6’ canvas, as well as a few smaller works with characters and detailed scenes. As a regualr practice, he frequents flea markets, thrift stores, and garage sales to source materials and plans to search San Diego for indigenous ephemera to include in his work.

Jarmo Mäkilä – In Studio March 20 – April 12 and On Exhibit Until May 24 Jarmo Mäkilä lives and works in Helsinki, Finland. He studied at the University of Helsinki’s School of Art and Design, and at the Finnish Academy of Fine Arts where he later taught for six years. The large-scale autobio­ graphical paintings of Jarmo Mäkilä reflect personal child­ hood memories and the mythology of his native Finland.

Ritualistic scenes of boys playing cruel games are one of his favorite subjects. Mäkilä’s paintings examine the moment at which childhood ends and innocence begins to falter.

The artist allows boyhood memories to be interpreted through a thick layer of the pres­ ent in large-scale scenes express­ ing heavy tension.

While Mäkilä’s works are auto­ biographical, their impact is universal in that they reflect good versus evil, as well as oppressive loneliness.

While in residence, Mäkilä will complete a new painting and a series of approximately 14 clay boy sculptures as part of an installation he calls Survey Therapy, which he summarizes as, “A bouncing discourse between the past and the present.”

Lux Art Institute is located at 1550 S. El Camino Real, Encinitas 92024. Hours are Thu-Fri 1-5pm, and Sat 11am5pm. Call (760) 436-6611 or visit www.luxartinstitute.org.

San Dieguito Art Guild/ Off Track Gallery OFF T RACK GA L LER Y San Dieguito Ar t Guild, Est. 1965

San Dieguito Art Guild was founded in 1965 by a group of twelve talented and enthusiastic artists, and has thrived all these years by offer­ ing the community of Encinitas a wide variety of entertain­ ing cultural events, workshops that educate artists of all levels, and fascinat­ ing demonstrations by experts in their fields.

Home to some of the most talented artists, fine art pho­

tographers and crafts people in North County San Diego, the Guild’s retail store named the Off Track Gallery, located in the Lumberyard in Encinitas, provides an exceptional viewing and shopping experience. Exhibits change month­ ly, so many clients and visitors come back again and again to browse through the lavish collection of original drawings, paintings, fine art prints, sculptures, photographs, unique glass, metal, gourd art, hand-made jewelry and more.

New artists who qualify to display their art at the gallery also have an opportunity to take part in the gallery’s month­ ly competition. Non-member artists who are acclaimed in their own medium are brought in to judge the competition and award ribbons, and in some instances, cash prizes.

The Guild also hosts festive receptions following competi­ tions where artists, friends and clients gather to celebrate, socialize and peruse that month’s art show. As a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization, San Dieguito Art Guild’s mission is to help promote a greater understanding and appreciation of the arts. As an art guild, its members take pride in its positive contribution to the economic, cultural, and social landscape of Encinitas and North County.

Besides operating a successful art gallery in Encinitas, the Guild also sponsors a very popular event each Mother’s Day weekend as their primary fundraiser, where a portion

of the event proceeds are donated to local school art departments. The 20th Annual Art & Garden Tour will take place May 10 and 11, and is open to the pub­ lic. Guild artists display and sell their artwork in beautifully groomed gar­ dens at specially selected North County homes.

Visitors are invited to stroll through the elegant gar­ dens, view and purchase art on display and visit with the artists. In addi­ tion, an array of delectable treats are offered at every loca­ tion, so there’s little need to stop for lunch.

San Dieguito Art Guild invites you to add art into your life. Stop by the Off Track Gallery, open 7 days a week from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and is conveniently located at 937 s.

Coast Hwy 101 in Encinitas in the Lumberyard Shopping Center behind Starbucks. Call (760) 942-3636 or visit www. offtrackgallery.com.

enrich the individual and the community and to make the visual arts an accessible and integral part of people’s lives.

Emphasizing national quality with a regional focus, CAG mounts exhibitions of national significance with a focus on artists from Southern California. The CAG is known for its visual art forms–photography, crafts, installation, and folk art, as well as painting and sculpture, in a mix of thematic group shows, one-person shows and nationally touring

exhibitions. The Biennial Juried and Cannon Invitational exhibitions are designed to offer San Diego artists opportu­ nities to present their work to the public.

Now – March 16, “Our Lives, Our Stories: America’s Greatest Generation” Exhibit explores the life arc of a single generation deci­ sively shaped by their experiences during the Depression and World War II. Presented by NEH on the Road, a special initiative of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

March 30 – May 25, “John Cederquist: Illusions in Wood” San Juan Capistrano wood sculptor John Cederquist is considered one of the top 100 Craftsmen in America, best known for his playful, trompe-l’œil furniture that blurs reality and illusion.

June 15 – Aug 17, “Common Tread: Traversing the American Landscape” The “Great American Road Trip” is a major part of American history and culture, examined in the work of sixteen contemporary artists. Presented in collaboration with the Begovich Gallery at California State University Fullerton.

The William D. Cannon Art Gallery is located at 1775 Dove Lane, Carlsbad 92011 and is open Tues – Sun. Admission is free. For information on all programs, call (760) 602-2021 or visit www.carlsbadca.gov/arts.

William D. Cannon Art Gallery The William D. Cannon Art Gallery (CAG), operated by the City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Office, is a focal point for stimulating visual arts encounters in Carlsbad and North County. Located in the Carlsbad City Library complex, the gallery presents five exhibitions per year. These free exhibi­ tions and the CAG’s related activities–school outreach pro­ grams, hands-on family art-making days, lectures, special events and publications–are all designed to engage and

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Avo Playhouse–Moonlight Stage Productions Win Free Tickets!

Nunsense February 1–9 The Little Sisters of Hoboken invite you to their sister act in this heaven sent comedy full of musical madness.

A Moonlight premiere, Dan Goggin’s musical comedy has become OffBroadway’s second longest running musical in history!

Blithe Spirit February 20 – March 9 Noel Coward’s supernatural com­ edy Blithe Spirit is guaranteed to lift your spirits! This is one of the funni­

est ghost stories ever written and is a comic treat from beyond the grave. A novelist’s seance goes awry when his deceased wife is determined he should have an early afterlife.

The World Goes ‘Round March 20 – April 6 Two of the world’s greatest musical theatre collabo­ rators, Kander and Ebb, are celebrated in this brilliant revue. The show features songs from Chicago, Cabaret, Kiss of the Spider Woman and more.

Single tickets are on sale for $30 for adults $28 for seniors/students & military dependents $22 for juniors (12 and younger) $15 student rush* $25 group rate. *Student Rush tickets are available for $15 beginning

30-minutes prior to each performance.

One ticket per stu­ dent ID. The AVO Playhouse is located at 303 Main Street, Vista. For more information call (760) 724-2110 or visit www.moonlightstage.com.

Win Tickets!

It’s easy to win a pair of tickets to one of these great Avo Playhouse performances! Just visit www.

NorthCountySun.com and fill in the simple entry form.

Ticket winners will be randomly selected and notified by phone and email. Only one entry per person is allowed.

Best of luck! And, see you soon at the fabulous Avo Playhouse in Vista!

Get Married Inside A 16´ Hershey’s Kiss Sculpture at Art After Dark: Vintage Pop! On Valentine’s Day February 14, Friday, 7 – 10pm Win Free Tickets!

Celebrate Valentine’s night at Oceanside Museum of Art’s Art After Dark: Vintage POP! This avant-garde party will explore the very best of vintage pop culture, music and art from the ’50s through the ’80s featuring music

by DJ Dedication, and live musical performers Celeste Barbier, Gigi Coddington and Matt Sundstedt, and emcee Sacita Duffy. Guests will be the first to experience OMA’s new Pop art inspired mosaic sculpture exhibition, Jean Wells: Icons of Desire, where they will have the opportu­ nity to get married or renew vows by ordained minister Jason Mayer inside a 16’ Hershey’s Kiss sculpture.

This party includes a garden of fashion made entirely of flowers by artist Erika San Luis, a romantic Against the

Grain Lounge by Jason Mayer, video art by Stefa Witt, video montage projections by Stevie Brown & Charles Thi, and thematic décor by lifestyle blogger Jenna Carlson. Alana Rose, of SyFy’s hit TV show FaceOff, returns with a display of her ‘Rotten Roses’, while TEKST artist Jason Markow and artist Steven Van present ren­ derings of pop culture icons, from John Wayne to Robert Smith. Memorialize the evening in the Vintage POP! photo station. Guests are encouraged to dress the part in vintage threads from their favorite era.

Enjoy an array of scrumptious light appetizers, sweets, delicious craft beers, and fine wines. Admission is $10 for OMA members or $20 for nonmembers. This price

includes art and entertainment, swag, compli­ mentary appetizers and 1 drink ticket. Visit www.omaonline.org or call (760) 435-3721 for reservations or get your tickets at the door. 21+ to attend.

Enter to win a pair of tickets to Art After Dark: Vintage Pop! Just visit www.NorthCountySun.com and fill in the simple entry form. Only one entry permitted per person. Winners will be randomly selected and con­ tacted by phone and email. Must be 21 or older to enter.

Best of luck and either way, see you on Valentine’s Day!

San Diego Jewish Film Festival Features 60 Films, Filmmakers and Special Guests In 5 Locations February 6–16 The 24th Annual San Diego Jewish Film Festival, pre­ sented by the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, Jacobs Family Campus, will run February 6 to 16. The event is sponsored by the Leichtag Foundation.

The San Diego Jewish Film Festival showcases over 60 of the best contemporary Jewish themed films from around the world celebrating life, human rights, and freedom of expression. The Film Festival offers outstanding world cinema and promotes awareness, appreciation and pride in the diversity of the Jewish people.

In addition to the carefully selected short-subject, doc­ umentary, and feature length films, the Film Festival features an international roster of visiting guest artists, including actors, filmmakers, and scholars, who introduce their work, participate in panel discussions, and meet and

greet with the festival patrons. On February 10th, a day will be devoted to short films, which is a juried competitive program of short films with awards being presented.

Highlights for this year’s event will include a private advance screening on February 5, at 7pm for the film festival underwriters to Neil Diamond: A Solitary Man. He’s sold 130 million albums. Various contributors track Neil from his childhood in Brooklyn to his early days in the Brill Building, who then transformed himself into the legendary “Jewish Elvis”. This year’s official opening night on February 6 will feature a San Diego Premiere of It Happened In Saint Tropez. A French comedy directed by Daniele Thompson. In addition to the official opening, the festival will feature a Teen Screen on February 11 of Brave Miss World directed by Cecilia Peck (daughter of Gregory Peck).

Home Listing Scam Consumer Alert Selling your home can be the largest transaction in your life and keeping the maximum amount of your home’s equity is critical. This consumer alert is provided to make home sellers aware of a new and very creative bait and switch home listing scheme.

Crafty and unethical real estate agents convince sellers to list their home with the promise that the commission will be reduced and will save sellers thousands. But in

reality, the promised commission reduction rarely hap­ pens, costing sellers thousands of dollars. Protect yourself from this new bait and switch scam. Learn more at www.

HomeSellersBeware.com. This advisory is courtesy of David Boe, Broker, Boe Real Estate. For over 30 years, Boe Real Estate has been specializing in reduced commissions to sellers and rebates to buyers and has sold over 1,000 North County homes. BRE #00672393

Best Eye Care Available Near You So often we neglect taking care of our eyes and our vision.

Sometimes we don’t pay enough attention if we have dry eyes, blurred vision, or easily get eye infections. Don’t take your eyes for granted and take the time to make an appoint­ ment with someone that has an extensive background in ocular diseases and conditions. If you are looking for a car­ ing and professional optometrist, then we recommend Dr. Kristin Peterson- Salgado of Solana Beach Family Optometry.

Dr. Kristin Peterson-Salgado graduated from the University of California, Davis in 1993 with high hon­ ors then went on and graduated from the University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry in 1997. For 13 years she has been practicing medically-based optometry with a focus on ocular disease, geriatrics, traditional and hard-to-fit contact lenses, diabetic exams, and Lasik or cataract surgery pre-operative exams.

Dr. Peterson-Salgado opened her private practice in Solana Beach in 2010 with a desire to continue her medi­ cally based practice while also incorporating vision exams for the entire family. Dr. Peterson-Salgado enjoys fitting all types of contact lenses, including bifocal, monovision, rigid gas permeable, and astigmatic lenses. She also has an extensive background in the treatment of dry eye condi­ tions. She is board certified in the treatment and manage­ ment of ocular disease and can prescribe medications for eye infections, allergies, and dry eyes.

Dr. Peterson- Salgado grew up in Del Mar and currently lives in Solana Beach with her husband (4th generation Solana Beach resident) and their 2 kids. Call for an appoint­ ment to see Dr. Kristin Peterson-Salgado at Solana Beach Family Optometry at (858) 259-8239 or stop in at 977 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite B, Solana Beach CA 92075.

For tickets, venues, and information visit www. sdcjc.org/sdjff.

Stress Relief Important at Elements in La Costa Stress can be found in all aspects of our lives. Although some types of stress can be healthy for the mind and body, a 2012 study from the American Psychological Association (APA) revealed deepening concerns about the connection between chronic dis­ ease and stress. While massage can increase circulation, improve ener­ gy, and restore balance in the body, stress relief remains one of the most prevalent reasons consumers seek the natural form of therapy. People cannot become immune to stress; however, incorporating regular massage into one’s wellness routine can yield significant long-term health benefits.

Elements makes therapeutic massage affordable and available to busy people who recognize the value of mas­ sage in maintaining their overall health and wellness. They are located at 3247 Camino de Los Coches, Carlsbad and are open 7-days a week. Walk-ins are welcome and they offer a membership program that allows clients to receive regular, discounted massage therapy services through­ out each month. For more information or to schedule an appointment visit www.elementsmassage.com/south­ carlsbad or call (760) 585-9101.

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California Center For the Arts Escondido In the Mood February 15 Hop aboard the “Chattanooga Choo Choo” and you’ll soon be “In the Mood” to hear some great musicians “Sing, Sing, Sing.” In the Mood is a fully staged tribute to Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman and all the big band greats of the ’40s. Complete with peri­ od costumes and choreography, In the Mood pays homage to America’s greatest generation, when people listened and boogied to up-tempo big band rhythms and danced inti­ mate ballads. Many of the musical arrangements were written by Vic Schoen, conductor and arranger for The Andrews Sisters, and Music Director for both Universal and Paramount Pictures. Experience the swing, the rhythm and the jazzy, brassy, sentimental and patriotic music of this pivotal time in America’s history.

Shen Yun February 26–March 2 Shen Yun brings the long-lost glory of 5,000-year old Chinese culture alive on stage. The grand production

features 100 artists, 400 exquisite costumes, animated backdrops, and a live orchestra with Western and Chinese instruments. In the all-new 2014 program, audiences will enjoy a magic journey into ancient dynasties, ethnic regions, heavenly palaces and heroic legends. An exhila­ rating show of classical Chinese dance and music that’s raved by artists and theater-goers around the world as “the profound, quintessential end of entertainment” and “the highest realm in arts.”

A Shen Yun performance fea­ tures the world’s foremost classi­ cally trained danc­ ers with a unique orchestra blending East and West, and dazzling animated backdrops creat­ ing a spectacular performance. Shen Yun cannot be seen in China today where traditional culture has been nearly lost. Yet, Shen Yun, a non-profit organization, has become an international phenomenon, bringing the wonders of ancient Chinese culture to millions across the globe.

California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido CA 92025, (800) 988-4253, www.artcenter.org

New Village Arts Theatre Circle Mirror Transformation February 8–March 2 Written by Annie Baker and Directed by Annie Hinton Four brave souls enlist in a weekly acting class at a community center in Vermont, led by theatre lover and former hippie Marty. Each week, new games are intro­ duced and the quintet learns more about each other.

Through an incredible simplicity, the story of Circle Mirror Transformation captures the subtle changes in each of our lives that leads to complete metamorphosis.

To Kill a Mocking Bird April 12–May 4

Written by Harper Lee, Dramatized by Christopher Sergel, and Directed by Kristianne Kurner This great American story comes to life in the intimate New Village Arts space. Jem and Scout witness their small Southern community become consumed by the hostilities of a prejudicial trial. Featuring Ensemble Member Manny Fernandes and narrated by Kristianne Kurner as Jean Louise Finch – “Scout” – as an adult.

The New Village Arts Theatre is located at 2787 State Street, Carlsbad. For more information call (760) 433-3245 or visit www.newvillagearts.org.

NORTH COUNTY MOVIE THEATERS LA Paloma Theatre 471 South Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024 (760) 436-7469 www. lapalomatheatre.com Edwards San Marcos Stadium 18 Cinemas 1180 West San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos, CA 92069 (760) 471-3734 www.regmovies.com Cinepolis La Costa 6941 El Camino Real, Carlsbad 92009. www.cinepolisusa.com.

Moviemax at Westfield Plaza Camino Real 2601 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (760) 720-7000 www.moviemax.com Krikorian Metroplex 15 at Vista Villa 25 Main Street, Vista, CA 92083 (760) 945-7469 www.kptmovies.com Cinepolis Del Mar Heights 12905 El Camino Real, Del Mar, CA 92130 (858) 794-4045 www.cinepolisusa.com Regal Cinemas Oceanside 16 401 Mission Drive, Oceanside, CA 92054 (760) 439-1733 www.regmovies.com Cinema Star Mission Marketplace 13 431 College Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92058 (760) 806-1790 www.cinemastar.com Regal Cinemas Escondido Stadium 16 350 W. Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025 (760) 291-0251 www.regmovies.com Carmel Mountain 12 11620 Carmel Mountain Rd, at I-15, San Diego, CA 92128| (800) 326-3264 www.pacifictheatres.com Edwards Mira Mesa Stadium 18 10733 Westview Parkway, San Diego, CA 92126 (858) 635-7716 www.regmovies.com

City of San Marcos Senior Center’s Special Events, Classes, Lunch Program The San Marcos Senior Center serves a nutritious lunch Monday thru Friday at 11:30 AM. Reservations must be made in advance by calling (760) 744-5535 ext. 3606. The atmosphere is cheerful and often is accompanied with someone on the piano. Lunch choices include a hot or cold entrée with dessert and Soup and Salad Bar option every Tuesday and Thursday. There is a $4 suggested donation for seniors 60 and over, or under 60, cost is $5.

February 14, Fri. 10:45 AM – Valentine’s Day luncheon with entertainment. Lunch choices include a hot or cold entrée with dessert. $4 suggested donation for seniors 60 & over, under 60 $5 cost. Must RSVP in advance .

February 16, Sun. 2:00 – 4:00 PM – Sweetheart Senior Prom (not high school) with refreshments and live

entertainment provided by Sundance Band. $5 cost.

Co-sponsored by San Marcos Youth Commission.

February 20, Thrs. 2:00-4:00 PM –Ballroom Dance.

Entertainment will be provided by The Billy Harper Band. $5.00 per person includes refreshments.

March 4, Tues. 11:00 AM– 12:30 PM – Mardi Gras New Orleans Style luncheon Party with Cajun Food, Chair Parade, Live Entertainment, Beads, and more! Must RSVP for lunch in advance! $4 suggested donation for seniors 60 and above $5 cost for everyone else.

March 17, Mon. 10:45 AM – St. Patrick’s Day Celebration.

Entertainment begins at 10:45 and lunch will be served at 11:30. Must RSVP in advance for lunch! $4 suggested dona­ tion for seniors 60 and above. $5 cost for everyone else.

March 20, Thrs. 2:00 – 4:00 PM–Ballroom Dance.

Entertainment will be provided by The Billy Harper Band. $5.00 per person includes refreshments.

ONGOING CLASSES AND ACTIVITIES Chair Tai Chi Kung Wednesdays 8:45 – 9:45; Creative Writing Class Thursdays from 1:00-4:00 PM; Table Tennis & Mini Golf first Tuesday of every month at 12:15; Piece of Mind Yoga Mondays from 5:30-6:30 PM; Genealogy Class Tuesdays 9:00 AM (Free); Positively Fit Mondays from 8:30-9:30 $36/mo.; Mixed media Art 9:00 AM-12:00 PM $40/8weeks.

The San Marcos Senior Center is located at 111 Richmar Avenue, San Marcos. Call (760) 744.5535 for lunch reser­ vations and classes or visit www.san-marcos.net/seniors.

Cake Crafters Supply Store For Valentine’s Day and New Birthday Party Supplies If you are looking for cake supplies and products this Valentine’s Day, or cake and party supplies, Cake Crafters has it all and more! Whatever your baking needs are, you will find a wide selection of quality supplies and products including cake mixes, fondant, shortening, meringue pow­ der, gum pastes, gourmet flavors, oils, baking emulsions, crunches, sprinkles, flavorings, disco dust, petal dust, luster dust, and Guittard chocolate a’peels. Some of their highly specialized products include disposable cake and pie pans, professionally anodized aluminum pans that are commercial quality, PME tools and cutters, Wilton

products, and a wide assortment of chocolate and candy molds and tools.

Cake Crafters will help you with all your baking needs including baking tips and a variety of classes from beginner to pro. Do you want to decorate some amazing cupcakes for Valentine’s Day? They are now offering Valentine’s Day Beginning Baking classes, Beginning Butter Cream classes, and Advanced Baking with Fondant classes. Also check out their amazing new inventory of Birthday Party Supplies including cute party bags, table cloths, napkins, plates and candles. They are also now carry-

AAA Auto Club Discounts and Events Visit your local Auto Club and learn about all the amazing things you can get as a member.

Membership includes dis­ counts on attraction tick­ ets to the San Diego Zoo, Safari Park, Legoland, SeaWorld, Disneyland, and Universal Studios. You can also get 40% OFF tickets to Regal Movie Theaters, discounts on hotel and travel, passport photos, discounts on car buying and

approved auto repair.

Join their free monthly Travel and Cruise Events and Educational Travel Seminars with specialists and agents in the travel industry. Visit or call your local AAA offices for event dates and times or visit a local office.

Call these locations for more information: Del Mar (858) 7943370, Oceanside (760) 930-7570, San Marcos (760) 891-3600, Encinitas (760) 635-4070.

ing Quinceanera Supplies! They are open everyday except Sunday.

Locate their advertisement in this edition and clip their coupon to Get 10% OFF Any One Item. Must present coupon to redeem offer.

Cake Crafters Supply Store is open from 10:30am to 6:30pm and is located just north of San Marcos Blvd. at 277 Rancho Santa Fe, Suite N., San Marcos, CA 92078. Call (760) 518-3474 or visit www. cakecrafterssupplies.com.

February 7 Holland America and On Stage Alaska Travel Show at El Camino Country Club in Oceanside at 6:30 PM. February 8 – 22 Virtual Travel Show – All Auto Club Branches listed below March 20 Princess Cruise Travel Show at San Marcos Auto Club 6:30 PM March 20 Member Appreciation Day at Oceanside Auto Club 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM March 22 Rocky Mountaineer Show at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort 3:00 PM April 22 Gadabout Vacations at Oceanside Auto Club 6:00 PM April Regent Cruise – Carlsbad May 17 Princess Cruise Travel Show at Encinitas, Oceanside, Del Mar locations

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Win Free Tickets to Five Shows at the Belly Up Tavern

The North County Sun and www.NorthCountySun. com are happy to announce an amazing ticket giveaway to North County’s premier concert venue, the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach. Enter our ticket giveaway and win tickets to see one of these five amazing shows: Morgan Heritage Feb 7; Los Lobos Feb 13; BoomBox Feb 15; Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe March 7; Tommy Castro and the Painkillers with Paul Thorn March 15.

Those who know the BUT keep going back again and again. Those who don’t, seriously need to explore

the BUT. The Belly Up Tavern is one of the most inti­ mate, provocative, and electrifying venues you’ll ever experience! We suggest you come early, because seats are not reserved. Stop in and grab a bite at the Wild Note Café, and they may let you in to claim a seat a little earlier! The Belly Up Tavern is located at 143 South Cedros Ave in Solana Beach. Tickets are available at www.bellyup.com.

Win Tickets!

It’s easy to win free pair of tickets to one of

these five shows at the Belly Up Tavern. Just visit www.NorthCountySun.com and fill in the simple reg­ istration form. . Winners will be randomly selected and will be notified by phone and email. Only (1) entry is allowed per person. Select your first, second, and third choice of shows. We cannot guarantee your selections.

Promoters are not liable in the event of date or time change or show cancellation. Some restrictions apply.

Must be 21 or older to win tickets. Good luck, and see you at the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach!

Feb 7

Feb 13

Feb 15

March 7

March 15

Morgan Heritage

Los Lobos

BoomBox

Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe

Tommy Castro and the Painkillers with Paul Thorn

Win Free Tickets to Seven Great Shows at the House of Blues The North County Sun and www.NorthCountySun. com have once again partnered with Live Nation, the biggest concert promoter in the United States, to give away tickets to see seven amazing shows at the world famous House of Blues. Enter to win a pair of tickets to see: Zappa Plays Zappa Feb 9; Rodney Atkins Feb 20; Mike Pinto Feb 28; Shpongle March 8; Wanting March 11; Bayside March 20; G. Love and Special Sauce March 21.

Zappa Plays Zappa is a tribute act with guitarist

Feb 9

Feb 20

Zappa Plays Zappa Rodney Atkins

Dweezil Zappa, the eldest son of the legendary compos­ er and musician Frank Zappa. Right before your eyes, you will be taken on a ride back to the 60s and 70s music of Frank. This is a show not to be missed! In honor of the 40th Anniversary of the album Roxy and Elsewhere, the band will be performing the classic album in its entirety.

Win Free Tickets!

Enter to win a free pair of tickets to see one of these seven great shows. Visit www.northcountysun.com and fill in the simple entry form and select your top

three choices. Ticket winners will be ran­ domly selected and contacted by phone and email. We cannot guarantee your selections. Please select show dates that you know you will be able to attend. Only one entry per person is allowed. Some restrictions apply. Must be 18 years or older to win tick­ ets. Promoters are not liable for change in dates, times or cancellations.

Feb 28

March 8

March 11

March 20

March 21

Mike Pinto

Shpongle

Wanting

Bayside

G. Love and Special Sauce

Pala Casino Entertainment Pala Casino Spa & Resort, 11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA 92059, 1-877-946-7252, www.palacasino.com 3rd Annual Rockin’ Elvis Fest, Friday, March 14 – 16, Infinity. Tickets, $10–$30. Three day Elvis Tribute Contest.

Tim Braun, Spiritual Medium, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, February 8, Infinity. Tickets $35, $25.

Buddy Guy, 8 p.m., Friday, February 28, Events Center. Tickets $35.

The Dramatics with Rose Royce, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, March 8, Events Center.

Tickets, $65, $55, $45, $30.

Comedians Ray Romano and Brad Garrett, Everybody Loves Raymond brothers reunite, 7:30 p.m., March 22. Tickets, $70, $65, $55, $35.

Creedence Clearwater Revisited, 8 p.m., Friday, March 28, Events Center.

Tickets, $50, $45, $35, $25.

The Temptations, The Four Tops, 8 p.m., Friday, April 18, Events Center, Tickets, $65, $55, $45, $30.

Pala Casino Spa & Resort includes a Las Vegas-style casino with 2,000 slot machines, 13 poker tables, and 87 table games. Pala Casino Spa & Resort is an AAA Four-Diamond Award winner for eight consecutive years. For show tickets visit www.startickets.com.

Ryan Maloney Presents an Evening with Aloha Radio Benefiting Insulindependence February 22, 7pm Ryan Maloney, 14-year old Carlsbad resident, award win­ ning triathlete and stand up paddle boarder diagnosed with diabetes, will host his yearly event at the Encinitas Elk Lodge, on February 22, at 7pm, to raise money for Insulindependence. This event includes a live performance by Aloha Radio. Aloha Radio has rap­ idly become known for their on-stage energy and unique sound echoing Southern California’s culture of surfing, originality, and passion. There will also be great raffle prizes, and a cash bar.

All proceeds benefit the Insulindependence Pamela C. Lane Youth Scholarship Endowment Fund. The Pamela C. Lane Youth Scholarship Fund was founded with the goal

of providing camp and mentoring opportunities to all U.S. children and adolescents living with diabetes.

At two years old Ryan, now 14, was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. From an early age, Ryan turned this challenge into opportunity. Through the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), Ryan became a mentor to newly diag­ nosed kids in his hometown of Carlsbad, CA. Ryan was selected to participate in the first Triabetes program, a pro­ gram of the non-profit organization Insulindependence. org (IN). Ryan was selected to be a delegate for Children’s Congress. He and his fellow delegates were guests of the President at the White House.

Encinitas Elk Lodge is located at 1393 Windsor Road, Cardiff 92007. Tickets are $15.00 online (includes one raffle ticket) or $20.00 at the door. To order tickets visit www.stayclassy.org/TheAlohaRadioForIN.

San Diego Symphony Performances Copley Symphony Hall is located at 750 B Street, San Diego, 92101.

Call (619) 235-0804 or visit www.sandiegosymphony.org.

2/1 The Thief of Bagdad (1924), 8pm

2/20 The Ring Of Power, 7:30pm

3/15 Cirque Mechanics, 8pm

2/3 Camera Lucida #5, 7:30pm

2/21 O’reilly & Miller, 8pm

3/17 Camera Lucida #6, 7:30pm

2/4 Nicole Cabell, 7:30pm

2/23 The Chieftains, 7:30pm

3/21 Mozart, Haydn and More, 8pm

2/7 Hymn Of Praise, 8pm

2/28 Ring Without Words, 8pm

3/22 Mozart, Haydn and More, 8pm

2/9 Hymn Of Praise, 2pm

3/1 Ring Without Words, 8pm

3/23 Mozart, Haydn and More, 2pm

2/11 Swan Lake, 7:30pm

3/2 Ring Without Words, 2pm

3/25 Scharoun Ensemble, 7:30pm

2/12 Sleeping Beauty, 7:30pm

3/3 Martina Filjak, 7:30pm

3/28 Peter Nero Plays Gershwin, 8pm

2/14 Tao Drummers, 8pm

3/12 Yo-yo Ma, 8pm

3/29 Peter Nero Plays Gershwin, 8pm

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BELLY UP TAVERN

Concerts

Upcoming Shows

www.bellyup.com for full concert lineup • 143 S Cedros, Solana Beach, Ca 92075 (858) 481 8140 main box office. open every day.

Date

Headliner/Supporting Act

Sat Feb 1,9pm Tues Feb 4, 9pm Wed Feb 5, 9pm Thurs Feb 6, 8pm Fri Feb 7, 9pm Fri Feb 7, 5:30pm Sat Feb 8, 9pm Sun Feb 9, 7pm

Lukas Nelson and the Promise of the Real w/ Aloha Radio Pepper w/ Lionize Pepper w/ Lionize Marc Broussard w/ guest Morgan Heritage w/ guest Atomic Groove Happy Hour An Evening with Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo - SOLD OUT! The Highwayman featuring Tony Suraci, with guest Nancarrow.

Tribute To Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson. A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to The Loren Nancarrow Healing Garde An Evening With Seasick Steve Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks–An Evening With– seated show Project Raw Fundraiser w Terraplane Sun w/ guest Los Lobos w/ Sergio Mendoza Y La Orkesta Dead Man’s Party Valentine’s Day Ball w/ The Burning of Rome BoomBox w/ guest Steve Poltz 5th Annual 50th Birthday Party w/ The Rugburns, Truckee Brothers An Evening with Ziggy Marley- Sunset Sessions presents–SOLD OUT Sunset Sessions w/ Ziggy Marley, The Hold Steady, Jeremy Messersmith, Aurora Barnes–presented by KPRI Sunset Sessions w/ Augustana, The Parlotones, Porter Lori, The Wind and the Wave–presented by KPRI Sunset Sessions w/ John Butler Trio, NeedtoBreathe, Kodaline, Vance Joy–presented by KPRI Lucinda Williams (with band) w/ Kenneth Brian Band Robert Randolph and the Family Band w/ guest Lord Huron w/ Night Beds–Casbah presents Atomic Groove Happy Hour w/ Mardi Gras/Pac Rim AG Guest Fly Girl Elvin Bishop w/ Paul Thorn Cash’d Out w/ guest–Johnny Cash Birthday Bash THE WAILERS–30th Anniversary of Legend Tour The Wild Feathers w/ Saints of Valory, Jamestown Revival–KPRI presents Gary Numan w/ Big Black Delta, Roman Remains–Casbah presents Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe w/ guest Greensky Bluegrass w/ guest Paul Cannon Band w/ Lee Coulter, Luke Williams–KPRI Presents El Ten Eleven w/ guest–Casbah presents Cultura Profética w/ DJ Rashi Tommy Castro and The Painkillers w/ The Tilt Lake Street Dive w/ The Congress Galactic w/ guest The Toadies Rubberneck 20th Anniversary Tour w/ The Supersuckers, Battleme English Beat w/ The Lifters English Beat w/ Oceanside Sound System Rhys Darby of Flight of the Conchords w/ guest seated show Delta Rae w/ Joshua James Lettuce w/ Kraz (DJ Set) Leftover Salmon–An Evening With An Evening with The Mavericks VNV Nation w/ guest An Evening with Big Head Todd and the Monsters w/ Featuring Ronnie Baker Brooks and Hazel Miller An Evening with Big Head Todd and the Monsters w/ Featuring Ronnie Baker Brooks and Hazel Miller–SOLD OUT! The Black Lips w/ The Coathangers–Casbah presents Super Diamond w/ Betamaxx Super Diamond w/ Trial By Fire Cage the Elephant w/ guest

Mon Feb 10, 8pm Tues Feb 11, 8pm Wed Feb 12, 7pm Thurs Feb 13, 8pm Fri Feb 14, 9pm Sat Feb 15, 9pm Sun Feb 16, 8pm Wed Feb 19, 8pm Thurs Feb 20, 7pm Fri Feb 21, 7pm Sat Feb 22, 7pm Mon Feb 24, 8pm Wed Feb 26, 8pm Thurs Feb 27, 9pm Fri Feb 28, 5:30 Fri Feb 28, 9pm Sat Mar 1, 9pm Sun Mar 2, 9pm Tues Mar 4, 8pm Wed Mar 5, 9pm Fri Mar 7, 9pm Sat Mar 8, 9pm Wed Mar 12, 8pm Thurs Mar 13, 9pm Fri Mar 14, 9pm Sat Mar 15, 9pm Sun Mar 16, 8pm Wed Mar 19, 9pm Thurs Mar 20, 8pm Fri Mar 21, 9pm Sat Mar 22, 9pm Sun Mar 23, 8pm Tues Mar 25, 8pm Thurs Mar 27, 9pm Sun Mar 30, 8pm Tues Apr 1, 8pm Wed Apr 2, 8pm Thurs Apr 3, 8pm Fri Apr 4, 9pm Sat Apr 5, 9pm Fri Apr 11, 9pm Sat Apr 12, 9pm Mon Apr 14, 8pm

House of Blues 1055 Fifth Ave, San Diego 92101. Get tickets at www.livenation.com, the venue box office, all Ticketmaster outlets including Ritmo Latino, or charge by phone at 800.745.3000.

ARTIST & SUPPORT

DATE

VENUE

Chippendales

Wed 2/5, 9:00pm

House of Blues

Ramon Ayala

Fri 2/7, 8:00pm

House of Blues

Northlane

Sat 2/8, 7:30pm

House of Blues 5th Ave Side Stage

Kirk Franklin presents Gospel Brunch

Sun 2/9, 11am

House of Blues

Dweezil Zappa Guitar Masterclass – Dweezilla On The Sun 2/9, 3:00pm Road

House of Blues Delta Room

Zappa Plays Zappa, Roxy & Elsewhere 40th Anniversary Tour

Sun 2/9, 8:00pm

House of Blues

Brandon Boyd and Sons of the Sea

Tue 2/11, 7:30pm

House of Blues

Eventvibe & Amplified Access presents Excision

Wed 2/12, 9:00pm

House of Blues

The Devil Makes Three w/ The Brothers Comatose

Fri 2/14, 9:00pm

House of Blues

Imagine Dragons: Into the Night Tour w/ The Naked & Famous

Sat 2/15, 7:00pm

Valley View Casino Ctr

Amon Amarth, Deceiver of The Gods Tour w/ Skeletonwitch

Sun 2/16, 8:00pm

House of Blues

New Politics w/ Magic Man / Sleeper Agent

Mon 2/17, 8:00pm

House of Blues

Channel 93.3 & Live Nation presents Karmin Pulses Tour w/ Bryce Vine

Sat 2/22, 8:00pm

House of Blues

Kirk Franklin presents Gospel Brunch

Sun 2/23, 11am

House of Blues

John Butler Trio

Sun 2/23, 8:00pm

House of Blues

Pentatonix

Tue 2/25, 8:00pm

SOMA

Mike Pinto

Fri 2/28, 7:00pm

House of Blues

6ONE9

Sat 3/1, 8:30pm

House of Blues

Ones to Watch & KPRI 102.1 presents Walk Off The Earth–Gang of Rhythm Tour w/ Parachute / Camera2

Wed 3/5, 7:30pm

House of Blues

Railroad Earth

Thurs 3/6, 8:00pm

House of Blues

The Ataris w/ Authority Zero, Drag The River, Versus The World

Fri 3/7, 6:30pm

House of Blues

Simon Posford presents The Brand New Shpongletron Sat 3/8, 8:00pm 3.0 w/ Desert Dwellers

House of Blues

Kirk Franklin presents Gospel Brunch

Sun 3/9, 11am

House of Blues

Neck Deep w/ Knuckle Puck / Light Years

Tue 3/11, 7:30pm

House of Blues 5th Ave Side Stage

Umphrey’s McGee

Fri 3/14, 8:00pm

House of Blues

Tainted Love

Sat 3/15, 9:30pm

House of Blues

Live Nation presents Wanting

Tue 3/18, 8:00pm

House of Blues

Casbah presents St. Vincent

Wed 3/19, 8:00pm

House of Blues

w/ Four Year Strong, Daylight, Mixtapes Bayside

Thurs 3/20, 7:00pm

House of Blues

G. Love & Special Sauce w/ Ethan Tucker

Fri 3/21, 9:00pm

House of Blues

Casbah presents Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings

Sat 3/22, 9:00pm

House of Blues

Kings of Leon: 2014 Mechanical Bull Tour w/ Local Natives Sat 3/22, 8:00pm

Sleep Train Amphitheatre

London Grammar

Sun 3/23, 8:00pm

House of Blues

Fanfarlo

Mon 3/24, 7:30pm

House of Blues

Being As An Ocean

Fri 3/28, 7:00pm

House of Blues 5th Ave Side Stage

KSON presents Frankie Ballard

Sun 3/30, 7:30pm

House of Blues

Kirk Franklin presents Gospel Brunch

Sun 3/30, 11am

House of Blues

Live Nation presents Blackberry Smoke – Fire in the Hole Tour 2014 w/ The Delta Saints

Tue 4/1, 8:00pm

House of Blues

Il Divo: A Musical Affair

Wed 4/2, 8:00pm

Copley Symphony Hall

San Diego Opera at Civic Theatre The Elixir Of Love

By Gaetano Donizetti February 15, 18, 21, 23 Is it a magic elixir or just a bottle of cheap Bordeaux? Nemorino des­ perately wants to marry the wealthy and out-of-his-league Adina and turns to an “elixir of love” in hope of winning her, spends all his money, and has to enlist to get cash for more. When the quack Doctor tells the village girls that Nemorino is suddenly rich, they all chase after him. A romantic comedy of Hollywood proportions with far more satisfactory results! Cast: Adina Tatiana Lisnic, Nemorino

Giuseppe Filianoti, Sergeant Belcore Malcolm MacKenzie, Dulcamara John Del Carlo, Giannetta Stephanie Weiss, Director Stephen Lawless, Conductor Karen Kamensek.

A Masked Ball

By Giuseppe Verdi March 8, 11, 14, 16 Although the close relationship between Sweden’s King Gustav III and Amelia, wife of his best friend and Count Anckarström has never crossed the line, jealousy and politics cause Count Anckarström to join a band of con­ spirators and ultimately to murder the king in front of

his wife at a masked ball. Powerful, threatening, danger­ ous and romantic, this production promises to be one of the most musical and dramatic ever seen on our stage.

Cast: Gustav III, King of Sweden Piotr Beczala, Count Anckarström Aris Argiris, Amelia Krassimira Stoyanova, Madame Arvidson Stephanie Blythe, Oscar Kathleen Kim, Conductor Massimo Zanetti, Director Lesley Koenig.

San Diego Opera’s performances take place at the Civic Theatre, at the intersection of 3rd Ave. and B St. in down­ town San Diego. Tickets call (619) 533-7000 or visit www. sdopera.com.

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U-T California 1020: 10-Mile Run With 20 Rock Bands in North County Expo: February 12-13 and Race: February 16 Eight to ten thousand run­ ners and walk­ ers are expected to converge on coastal North County at the inaugural U-T California 1020 on February 16.

The event features a spectacular 10-mile coastal course through Del Mar, Solana Beach and Encinitas. Twenty live rock ‘n’ roll bands will be on stage playing every half mile along the way and a featured headliner band will rock the finish line party at the Del Mar Fairgrounds when all par­ ticipants have finished.

The event is sponsored by the U-T San Diego Newspaper and has been in the works for over a year. Race Director Peter Douglass of TurnKey Operations first proposed the event to the three cities in May of 2012. After numerous city council meetings and planning sessions with city agencies he was given approval to proceed.

In addition to the rock ‘n’ roll musical theme, the U-T California 1020 will feature a huge finish line festival at the Del Mar Fairgrounds with a headliner concert and beer garden. A generous prize money purse is up for grabs in the elite runner division and there is local prize money for San Diego County residents. All participants will receive a

shirt and a commemo­ rative finishers medal. A two-day race expo will be held in conjunction with the event on Feb. 12 and 13 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds where all participants will go to pick up their race pack­ ets. The expo is free and will also be open to the general public.

The U-T California 1020 is benefitting 4 local non-profit groups in coastal North County; Del Mar Community Connections, the Del Mar Village Association, the Gateway Park Campaign and the Cardiff Mainstreet Association. It is also raising money for the American Cancer Society. For more information, visit www.

CAL1020.com.

Scholastic Surf Series Middle and High School Surfing Competitions February–March The Scholastic Surf Series provides middle and high school surf teams (SSS) with profes­ sional judging, quality events, and family oriented programs.

Surf Series competition areas are divided into three sec­ tions—San Diego, Orange County and LA to Santa Barbara.

School competitions are divided into nine individual contest divisions—San Diego High School Divions 1, 2, 3, 4, and middle schools; Orange County high school and middle schools, LA to Santa Barbara high school and middle school.

Each section consists of five events culminating with a State Championship contest for both middle school and high school teams. High school teams consist of six to nine shortboard men, three longboard men, two to three shortboard women, two to three longboard women and one coed bodyboarder. Middle school teams will field nine shortboard boys, three longboard boys, two shortboard girls, two longboard girls and three coed bodyboarders.

Scholastic Surf Series is led by Director Sue Lister who

brings four years of coaching middle school and high school surf teams in Orange County and San Diego and three years as the administrative and executive director of the Interscholastic Surfing Federation (ISF). SSS Competition Director Carolyn Krammer has been involved in the sport of surfing since 1963 and has served as competition director for the Women’s International Surfing Association (WISA), the United States Surfing Federation (USSF) Western Region, the ISF and the WSA. For more information call (760) 5182727 or visit www.surfsss.org. * All dates and venues are subject to change. Check website for complete schedule.

Competition Schedule For San Diego Sections: February 1 La Jolla Shores San Diego Div 3 And 4 9 Oceanside Pier San Diego Div 1 And 2 March 15 Army Navy Academy San Diego Div 3 And 4 8 La Jolla Shores Sd Middle School Div 1 9 La Jolla Shores San Diego Div 5 16 Army Navy Academy Sd Middle School Div 2

Run/Walk Meals-on-Wheels “March for Meals” Fighting to end Senior Hunger March 9, Saturday, 8am Run or walk to support seniors by signing up for March for Meals: Fighting Senior Hunger One Step at a Time, on Saturday, March 9. This inaugural event is part of Mealson-Wheels Greater San Diego Inc.’s participation in the national 2014 March For Meals campaign to raise aware­ ness of senior hunger and to encourage action on the part of local communities.

The March for Meals Run/Walk will begin and end at Road Runner Sports at 5553 Copley Drive, San Diego, 92111. This is an intergenerational event. Grandparents are encouraged to bring their grandchildren and walk

together in support of San Diego seniors. To ensure par­ ticipation by all ages and athletic abilities, participants can choose to run/walk a 5k or 1-mile course. Kids, individuals and families sign up for the run/walk and help raise funds for Meals-on-Wheels. Road Runner Shoe and Apparel Certificates will be awarded to the top fundraisers.

This event is free for kids 12 years old and younger; $30 for one adult, plus a March for Meals T-Shirt; $50 for a family of up to five members, plus March for Meals T-Shirts. Register at www.roadrunnersports.fundly.com/ marchformeals.

THE SCHOOL FOR LIES February 19 – March 16

By David Ives Adapted from Moliére’s The Misanthrope. San Diego Premiere.

Directed by Andrew Paul Molière’s wit meets its match in this saucy, scintillating new adaptation. Tony Award nominee David Ives’ deliciously off-color tribute to The Misanthrope stuffs a seventeenth-century farce full of contemporary slang—with results worthy of a Baroque vaudeville show.

Amid a glittering world of gossip, glamour and scandal, a gaggle of misbehaving characters chatter away in hilarious rhyming couplets. This blissfully enter­ taining night promises to keep you laugh­ ing all the way home.

MANDATE MEMORIES April 9 – May 4

By Lionel Goldstein

World Premiere. Directed by David Ellenstein and Featuring Rosina Reynolds In this taut and witty drama filled with revelations of love affairs, dreams and the founding of Israel, layers are peeled away to reveal the deep hearts of two caring and compassionate human beings. There is a mysterious connection between Gustav Frolich, an eighty-year-old Holocaust survivor and Jane Stirling, a sixty-two year-old English widow as their debate reveals how different and yet how similar they are. By the author of Halpern And Johnson, Lionel Goldstein once again takes us deep into the hearts of two fascinating characters.

North Coast Repertory Theatre is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite D, Solana Beach. For tickets, Call (858) 481-1055 or visit www.NorthCoastRep.org.

California Ironman 70.3 Presented by Accenture in Oceanside March 29, Saturday Once again, Ironman 70.3 comes to Oceanside, California. One of more than 50 events in the Ironman 70.3 glob­ al series, Ironman 70.3 California leads athletes along a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike race and 13.1-mile run. It takes place in the city of Oceanside, on the United States Marine Corps Base of Camp Pendleton and throughout the surrounding area.

Athletes enjoy a swim in the fairly calm, protected waters of Oceanside Harbor, a one-loop bike through the San Clemente State Park area and over the challenging hillsides of Camp Pendleton and atop a flat two-loop run through the coastal neighborhoods of Oceanside.

The California Ironman 70.3 is considered one of the most scenic courses in Ironman racing. Ironman 70.3 offers a $50,000. professional prize purse and serves as an official qualifier, that only offers 50 slots for the Ironman World Championship 70.3.

General entry to participate always sells out, but spec­ tators will be lining up to catch a view of these great ath­ letes as they compete. For more information about the California Ironman 70.3, please visit the official website at www.ironmancalifornia.com.

Finish Chelsea’s Run at Balboa Park March 1, Saturday, 7:30am The 4th annual Finish Chelsea’s Run, in honor of Chelsea King, will take place in Balboa Park, on March 1 at 7:30am, where Chelsea loved to visit and where she prac­ ticed with the San Diego Youth Symphony. The event will feature a competitive 5K race and fun run/walk, family fes­ tival, children’s activities, team competition, entertainment and refreshments.

In 2010, in the weeks following the passing of stand-out high school scholar and athlete Chelsea King, a handful of members of the San Diego running community were so affect­ ed by her loss that they asked some of their friends to meet one Saturday to finish the run Chelsea started on February 25 in Rancho Bernardo Community Park. Chelsea’s life was cut short by a heinous act in the midst of her training run on that day in that park. Word quickly spread and on the morning of March 20, 2010 more than 3,500 community members joined together to run and walk in solidarity with, and in honor of Chelsea, who they adopted as one of their own. The original grass-roots “Finish Chelsea’s Run” was such a moving and healing experience for the community that Kelly and Brent King decided to make it an official, annual tradition in San Diego hosted by the Chelsea’s Light Foundation, the orga­ nization they founded to make positive change for children.

On March 5, 2011, more than 5,400 people participated in the inaugural Finish Chelsea’s Run 5K Run/Walk in Balboa Park.

The annual run/walk is helping Chelsea’s Light Foundation be able to better protect California’s 9.3 million children through Chelsea’s Law, and to raise funds that to date have provided college scholarships to 21 amazing kids, each pow­ erful change makers in their own ways.

Contact the Race Headquarters, In Motion, Inc. at (760) 692-2900 or visit www.inmotionevents.com.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad’s 62nd Annual North Coast Repertory Theatre in Solana Beach Golf Tournament April 24, Thursday, 12:30–6:30pm

The spectacular Aviara Golf Club is the setting for this year’s Boys & Girls Clubs Annual Golf Tournament spon­ sored by TaylorMade Golf Company. The day’s events include silent and live auctions, on-course specialty spirits from local restaurants, micro-breweries and wineries.

The Golf Classic will be played in a scramble format with contests including Hole-in-One, Putting Contest, Longest Drive, Beat The Pro, and Inside the Circle as well as a silent auction, complimentary on-course spirits, lunch, and a happy hour awards banquet. Registration begins at 11am and Shotgun Start is at 12:30pm.

TaylorMade Golf Company joins the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad as presenting sponsor for the fourteenth year in a row is collaboration between the two local Carlsbad organizations. The Aviara Golf Club is located at 7447 Batiquitos Drive, Carlsbad. For more information call (760) 729-0207 or visit www.bgccarlsbad.org.

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25th Annual Carlsbad 5000– World’s Fastest 5K Returns March 30, Sunday; Junior Carlsbad March 29, Saturday The Carlsbad 5000 returns to the seaside village of Carlsbad. The race weekend kicks off with Junior Carlsbad on Saturday, March 29.

Nearly 4,500 kids ages 2-12 will take part in a variety of age appro­ priate races. All racers receive a T-shirt, goodie bag and finisher’s medal for their efforts. Awards will be presented to the top three junior athletes ages 5-12. Registration is only $22 for those who sign-up early. Families can register online.

On Sunday, March 30, the Carlsbad 5000 takes place.

Since 1986, thousands of competitors have converged to enjoy the scenic course or set world records at the Carlsbad 5000. The 3.1-mile race that has consistently maintained the title of World’s Fastest 5K, will celebrate its twenty-fifth anniversary with over 10,000 participants.

Runners and walkers are encouraged to sign up online now to take advantage of the early registration fees.

The Carlsbad 5000 is known for attracting competitive runners from around the world. There’s also a strong group of walkers that participate. Race day begins at 7:05 a.m. with the first of nine races for walkers, invited wheel­ chair athletes and runners of all abilities. The main event, featuring the world’s fastest professional athletes, begins

at 12:15 p.m. Race fans can expect a strong attack at the world’s best times from the emerging field.

Group Competition For those who need additional motivation to run a 5K, participants can gather 3-5 of their fastest friends and take part in the Team Competition. Categories include Open Women, Open Men, Open Mixed, Masters Men and Women (age 40 and over), Military and Corporate.

Runners and walkers can also recruit co-workers, friends and family for a team bonding experience. The three divisions include The City Challenge (City, County and Municipal employees), Corporate Cup (colleagues, co-workers and business associates) and Other Groups (running clubs, friends/family, schools, etc.) Discounted entry fees are offered to groups of 10 or more.

A free Health & Fitness Expo takes place on Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday, from 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Expo serves as the Carlsbad 5000 race registra­ tion headquarters on Saturday starting at 10 a.m., allowing participants to pick up their race number, timing chip, t-shirt and goodie bag. The interactive Expo, located on Roosevelt Street between Grand and Carlsbad Village Drive, will display running apparel and shoes, fitness gear, and health and nutrition items.

For more information or to register for the Carlsbad 5000 and the Junior Carlsbad, visit www.carlsbad.com­ petitor.com or call (800) 311-1255. We are not responsible for any changes, so please check website for any date or time changes.

760Surf.com Chronicles San Diego North Surf Scene News and Photography

760Surf.com has launched with surf news, photography and features on personalities that are in and out of the water in North County San Diego. The new site covers Solana Beach to Oceanside and features surf photogra­ phy taken at various surf spots that dot the 760 area code.

760Surf features surf spot information, personalities, surf events, contests, and surfing news.

760Surf originally started in 2010 when Vista-based “Prosumer” photographer, Fred Tracey, began photo­ graphing the surf scene in Oceanside. Since then, Tracey has captured thousands of images of surfers in San Diego and Orange Counties. In 2013, his surf photography web­ site amassed a quarter of a million individual photo views.

“I’ve been planning the revamp of my surf photography website for several months,” Tracey stated. “I wanted a way to not only photograph the surfers, but also be able to tell their backstory. We’ll take those profiles a step further and

develop features on some of the riders because a lot of them have really interesting stories to tell about themselves. Some of the best surfers in the world call San Diego North home, and I want to tell their stories.” 760Surf.com features a com­ prehensive list of surf contests, and plans to report results and provide photos from contests. The site will reach out to various surf organizations to promote their events.

Working alongside Tracey to develop the site are web­ site designer and brand specialist Ashley Howard of The Design Stylist www.thedesignstylist.com in Oceanside, surfers Garrett Aanastad of Temecula, and Matthew Meyers of San Marcos. Aanastad is an avid surfer and is providing surf updates and forecasts for the site. Meyers is working with Tracey to develop feature content, act as a liaison to the surf community and develop merchandise.

Plans for 2014 include expanding content, utilizing current photography trends, and produce events that unite the surf community. For more information, visit www.760surf. com, or call (760) 842.7153.

Tip Top Run and World Water Day Festival at Agua Hedionda Lagoon March 22, Saturday, 8am–3pm The Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation hosts its 8th Annual World Water Day Festival and Tip Top 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, March 22, from 8am–3pm.

This event is designed to bring aware­ ness to local and global water issues facing the world today. The festival and run are held to coincide with International World Water Day as a means of focusing attention on the importance of fresh water, and advo­ cating for the sustainable manage­ ment of fresh water resources.

The Tip Top 10K and 5K fee is $45 and includes entry fee, food, and a t-shirt. The World Water Day Festival features educational booths and dis­ plays where people of all ages can learn sustainable practices for the use of our limited water resources. The ever popular Carlsbad Aqua farm discusses sustainable aquaculture practices, and shucks oysters grown from the lagoon. The day begins with the Tip Top Run at 8am, and World Water Day will begin at 12pm. Food, fun and enter­ tainment complete the day.

The Festival is held each year at the Lagoon Foundation’s Discovery Center at 1580 Cannon Road, Carlsbad. The Festival is free. For more information call (760) 804-1969 or visit www.aguahedionda.org.

Inaugural Avocado Half Marathon and 5K February 22 Join the fun and run on Saturday, February 22, at the first annual Avocado Half Marathon and 5K in Fallbrook. The race starts and ends in the beautiful setting of Live Oak Park amongst hundred-year old Oak trees. The Half Marathon will start at 6:30am and the 5K will begin at 6:45am.

There will be a post race celebration at Live Oak Park with music, vendors, and an awards ceremony. Live Oak Park is located at 2746 Reche Rd., Fallbrook 92028 For more information please visit www.avocadohalfmarathon.com.

LPGA Kia Classic Returns to Aviara Golf Club March 24–30, 8am The LPGA’s Kia Classic will be at Aviara Golf Club in Carlsbad from March 24 to 30. The inaugural event was held at La Costa in 2010, but had to move for one year due to the resort’s $50 million golf course renovation in 2011. After a year in the Los Angeles area, the Kia Classic returned to La Costa, then last year it moved to the Park Hyatt Resort’s Aviara Golf Club. The tournament will be played there again this year and will feature the world’s best female golfers.

This is the fifth year for the event and the purse this

year is a whopping $1,700,000. The tournament will cover 72 holes. The charity chosen to benefit from this event is North County Solutions for Change homeless shelter in Vista.

Rookie Hee Kyung Seo won the inaugural Kia Classic at La Costa as a sponsor exemption in 2010. In 2011, the Kia Classic was the stage for another breakout win as Germany’s Sandra Gal became a Rolex First Time Winner with her thrilling one-shot victory over eight-time LPGA Tour winner Jiyai Shin at Industry Hills Golf Club. Yani Tseng won in 2012 at La Costa. In 2013, Beatriz Recari,

known as the “Iron Woman” on the LPGA Tour for her consistency, used a gritty performance to hold off I.K. Kim in a two-hole playoff to win her second-career LPGA vic­ tory at the Kia Classic. Recari, who was bogey-free for the first three rounds at Aviara turned in three bogeys and one birdie in regulation including a bogey on the 18th where she missed a four-foot par putt. After her win, Recari admitted that her nerves were not nearly as calm as they were during her first LPGA win back in 2010.

Tickets for the Kia Classic are now available at www. kiaclassic.com.

La Jolla Concours d’Elegance Motor Classic April 13 La Jolla lifestyle embodies luxury and class and the chic allure of La Jolla’s avenues has drawn the finest auto­ mobiles to this coastal town for the tenth annual La Jolla Concours d’Elegance and The La Jolla Motor Car Classic at the Concours on April 13 at La Jolla Cove.

The La Jolla Concours d’Elegance features various types of fine automobiles. Past years have showcased horseless carriages, Italian marques, British marques, Woodies, 50’s classics, and American sports cars. Spectators from all over the nation come to the breathtaking shores of La Jolla to view

their favorite classics. As in years past, the La Jolla Concours d’Elegance will be tipping its hat to some of the world’s fin­ est Classics: Rolls Royce, Bentley, Bugatti, Cadillac, and of course Duesenberg. Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the event. Children under 14 are free. VIP tickets are $100.

The Concours Cocktail Party is Friday evening, April 11, from 7 to 10 pm. In celebration of the classics, La Jolla Concours d’Elegance invites you to a contemporary classic cocktail party at La Valencia Hotel. For tickets or informa­ tion, call (619) 233-5008 or visit www.lajollaconcours.com.

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Top Five Reasons to Join the 5th Annual Puppy Love 5k March 16 Ears up, animal lovers! March 16 marks Helen Woodward Animal Center’s 5th annual Puppy Love 5k, and it’s shaping up to be the most fur-tastic yet. The community is invited to participate by running or walking the 5k–complete with adorable dogs, celebrities, stunning views, and awesome entertainment. In the tailwagging spirit of the 5th annual Puppy Love 5k, here are the top five reasons to get out there and join in the fun! #5: It’s so much more than a 5k! In its fifth year, the 5k has become part run, part parade, and part street fair.

You’ll actually meet some of the orphan animals you’re helping and see hundreds of dogs and people getting into the spirit. In 2013, we saw tutus, Disney characters, and even a pig named Kevin Bacon. The annual, celebrityjudged, canine cos­ tume contest will be St. Patrick’s Day themed for the first time ever and there will be tons of fun things to do at the after paw-ty includ­ ing dog-friendly

freebies, food, crafts for kids, face-painting, doggy trick training with San Diego Pet Training, and music. #4: You said you would. Chances are, getting out in the community, doing good, helping orphan animals, get­ ting exercise, appreciating the fine city we live in, and get­ ting social with your dog are all on your to-do list. Time to go for it! You’ll be doing something great for orphan pets, your own dog, and yourself, so register now and feel great about it! Plus, the event has been moved from February to March to keep everyone’s paws a little warmer, so no excuses! #3: Gorgeous Location! The course runs along California’s scenic Highway 101 right above the cliffs of dog beach where the charming cities of Solana Beach and Del Mar meet. Half the course runs along the cliffs and estuary, and the other along the newly revamped and construction-free gateway to Solana Beach. The after pawty, in the Wagging Wellness Village, is held on a beauti­ ful piece of undeveloped land generously loaned to the Center for this event- providing stunning views usually closed to the public. Plus, you get to meet sweet adoptable orphan pups- how’s that for a view? #2: St. Patty’s Day Dog-bauchery! Dogs are known for their fun-loving, generous spirits, why shouldn’t they celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style? Your dog will be

helping out orphan furry pets, meeting new friends, enjoy­ ing free treats and toys, and best of all, spending time with you! Grab your most festive doggy get-up and join the fun! #1- It’s for Everydoggy! With staggered start times for runner and walkers, this is an event built for all. Teams, kids, strollers, and avid runners–and their dogs too!–are all encouraged to attend. Awards are given for top runners, top fundraisers, and best costumes, and all proceeds ben­ efit an organization that has been a cornerstone of North County Animal Welfare for more than 40 years. Saving the lives of nearly 3,000 orphan pets annually and providing twelve other unique programs that range from humane education, to pet-assisted therapy, to helping feed the pets of home-bound elderly, every dollar raised goes back into the community.

Registration fees are $35 for adults, and $15 for children aged 3-12. Use promo code “NCS14” for $3 off any registration. For more information and to register, visit www. animalcenter.org.

PURE The Blowout Bar in Encinitas is Turning Heads San Diego’s Hottest Blowout Bar, Pure The Blowout Bar, which opened this past August, is taking the Blowout to a new level. “We’ve taken the concept of having a great hair style along with a great experience at the same time,” Says Gayle Fulbright, one of the owners. At Pure The Blowout Bar you can enjoy a glass of bubbly, have a refreshing shampoo, and “girl time” in a Pure setting. Fulbright con­

tinues, “It’s Pure, because we have chosen to use quality products in an ECO friendly environment. No color, no chemicals, no cuts.” Blowouts are a new alternative to vis­ iting a regular hair salon. It’s just shampoo, blow dry, and style. In…out…done…beautiful! It’s a specialty like nail salons, and an idea whose time has come.

Owners Jim and Jamie Deberry, along with Fulbright, have been in the beauty business for over 30 years. Fulbright has owned Headlines THE SALON in Encinitas for 26 years and has been named a Top 200 Salon in America 7 times.

Their combined vision was for PURE to be a place to enjoy some fun “girl time” and attract what they call their regu­ lars, “Addicts.” Yes, they have weekly customers who have given up doing their own hair at home.

Their Friday Night Special, “Blowout and Go Out,” has been well received. Lots of ladies are getting their blow­ outs and then heading to Downtown Encinitas. One local

Encinitas bar, Bier Garden, has partnered up with PURE to offer a spe­ cial deal after clients have their hair styled. Their other Early Spring Special is Monday through Thursday, from 9am to 3pm, $30 Blowouts, verses their regular $35 rate.

PURE Gift Certificates would be on any girl’s wish list for Valentine’s Day! Or book your own appointment for your night out with your sweetheart. Visit www.pureblowout­ bar.com or find them on Facebook/Pure The Blowout Bar. Pure The Blowout Bar is located in the Lumberyard at 1031 South Coast Hwy 101 #A102, Encinitas. Call (760) 487-1500.

Sugar San Diego–Sweet Alternative To Waxing Crystal Vodka, (her real name!) owner and opera­ tor of Sugar San Diego in San Elijo Hills–San Marcos, specializes in the Art of Sugaring Hair Removal. Sugaring is an all-natural alternative to waxing that dates back thousands of years and used by the Egyptians.

The simple process is great for Bikini/Brazilian, Arms, Legs, Face...the list goes on.

This is how it works: Sugar paste is applied slightly warm, never hot,

so there is no risk of burning the skin. Hair is removed in the same direction as hair growth, not against the growth like traditional waxing. The result is less tendency for ingrown hairs, less broken hairs, and less irritation of the skin. Sugaring has become a very popular method for hair removal and is recommended for those with sensitive skin.

All services at Sugar San Diego are provided by a licensed Esthetician. Sugar San Diego also offers Airbrush Make-up Applications, Facials, and Airbrush Tanning.

Valentine’s Day and Springtime Specials are valid through March 31, and include: $14 OFF one Bikini or Brazilian Sugaring or $24 OFF one 60-minute Facial.

Valentine’s Day Gift Cards are available!

Sugar San Diego is located in the quaint commu­ nity of San Elijo Hills at 1240 San Elijo Road North, San Marcos 92078. Services are provided by appoint­ ment only. Call (760) 798-2812 or visit www. sugarsandiego.com.

Alta Vista Botanical Gardens at Brengle Terrace Park in Vista Alta Vista Botanical Gardens was named to reflect the wonderful view that the site offers its visitors. It harmoni­ ously incorporates education, nature and art.

Alta Vista Gardens has developed a new standard for botanical gardens. While holding true to traditional scientif­ ic approach to botanical gardens, and providing an interac­ tive, living classroom for North San Diego County students, the gardens take a new approach to creating a completely new interpretation of what a botanical garden can become.

As the gardens have continued to be developed, plant enthusiasts have been thrilled at the wide variety of rare, beautiful and remarkable plants which are showcased in the gardens. For everyone else in the community, there are equally compelling reasons to come to the gardens.

Rather than taking the conventional approach of creating just another living plant museum, this garden has become a gathering place for the community and is both a certified Wildlife Habitat and a Butterfly Habitat. One key attraction

of the garden is the integration of art throughout the project, giving artists a magnificent showcase to display their tal­ ents. From garden art to sculptures, to walkways and walls, created by some of the area’s most talented artisans are on display. Along the trail systems, throughout the garden, are multipurpose platforms, which act as way stations for visi­ tors. These platforms eventually will play host to a multitude of events in the garden, such as fine art shows, culinary events, the performing arts, as well as Tai Chi and Yoga. The goal of the garden is to leave no stone unturned in the quest to “Bring Together People, Nature and Art”.

From Route 78 take the Vista Village Drive exit and travel North. Vista village Drive changes name to East Vista Way. Follow to Vale Terrace Drive and turn right. Continue past the Main Entrance and turn left at the Second Entrance to Brengle Terrace Park. Continue past the Senior Center and follow to the crest of the hill. Note: this road has been recently named Jim Porter Parkway and Google shows it

in it’s maps but the sign as you enter the park is 50’ from Vale Terrace.Turn left at the ‘Welcome, Alta Vista Gardens’ sign and left again. Follow the road around to the Garden House Headquarters at 1270 Vale Terrace Drive Vista, CA 92084. Visit www.altavistagardens.org for park hours and more information.

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San Diego Zoo Safari Park in a Roar and All Aflutter We’re Giving Away Tickets!

Two wonderful and exciting events will happen at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Tiger Trails will be opening at the Safari Park Memorial Day Weekend, and Butterfly Jungle returns on April 5 and continues to April 27.

Once a year, the magic of butterflies sparks wonder and imagination among visitors both young and old at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. It’s a three-week period, March 24 to April 15, when guests walk among thousands of brightly

colored butterflies in a huge aviary filled with lush green plants and flowers. The 30 species of butterflies hail from Africa, Asia and Central and South America such as the zebra longwing, orange-barred tiger and Grecian shoe­ maker. Others are more familiar like the monarch and giant swallowtail. This is your chance to see them up close!

The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is in the midst of building a new 5-acre Sumatran tiger habitat that will open at the end of May. The Tull Family Tiger Trail, named in honor of Thomas and Alba Tull, who donated $9 million for the project, will be a forested habitat offering up-close views of the tigers and highlight conservation efforts for the species.

The exhibit will include three separate yards with rocks for climbing, ponds for swimming, deadwood trees to use as scratching posts, and long grasses for catnaps. Tiger Trail will also have a birthing den with an outdoor space.

For more information about Butterfly Jungle or Tiger Trails at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, call (760) 747-8702 or visit www.sdzsafaripark.com.

Win a pair of tickets to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park!

Visit www.NorthCountySun.com and fill in the simple registration form. Winners will be randomly selected and notified by email and phone. Some restrictions apply. Only one entry allowed per person.

Arts Workshopz Build Skills and Confidence After School & During Summer

Actor’s

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Digital Art

Workshopz

Drama Discovery & Performance for grades 1 & above

Computer-based Artistic Design for grades 3 & above

Students explore the use of emotion, movement and dramatic technique as they develop character studies for an end-of-season performance.

Students develop proficiency in iMovie and other digital imaging applications, using still and moving images to tell stories and create works of art. Also, computer coding/programming classes.

Artist’s

Workshopz

Studio Art Adventures for grades 1 & above Budding artists work side-by-side with instructor(s) to develop proficiency in various artistic techniques, including life drawing, watercolor and more.

Ceramics

Workshopz

Creating with Clay for grades 1 & above Artists learn the ceramics process – creation, drying, glazing and firing – through a series of hands-on experiences and projects.

Dancer’s

RockBand Workshopz Musical Study & Performance for grades 3 & above Students of all skill levels collaborate with our voice, guitar, drum and keyboard instructors to develop individual & ensemble performance skills.

Singing Workshopz Singing Voice Training for grades 3 to 6 Small group singing classes with a focus on voice training techniques designed to help students develop their individual ability, range and style.

Workshopz

Classical & Contemporary Dance for Kindergarten & above Each age group learns dance technique and choreography that develops individual skills, as well as group cooperation and harmony.

- Open to the Public For scheduling & registration information: artsworkshopz.org Workshopz are based at the ECDS campus located at 3616 Manchester Ave, Encinitas 760-942-1111 / www.ecdschools.org