North County Sun - Local's Guide

February–March 2016

100s OF PLACES TO GO & THINGS TO DO!

NORTH SAN DIEGO PREMIER

DINING & LOCAL’S GUIDE

entertainment

St. Patrick’s Day Party Directory Moonlight Amphitheatre’s 2016 Season Best Sunday Brunches in North County

Coupons and Ticket Giveaways Events Calendar

JUNE 15 JULY 2

JO DEE MESSINA APRIL 22

JULY 20 AUGUST 16

WELL-STRUNG JULY 9

AUGUST 17 SEPTEMBER 3

SEPTEMBER 14 OCTOBER 1

CHRIS MANN & SHOSHANA BEAN OCTOBER 8

TIM HOCKENBERRY NOVEMBER 19

THE

Dining, Drinking, Art, Theatre, Concerts, Sports, & Attractions

2016 SEASON AT THE MOONLIGHT AMPHITHEATRE MUSICAL THEATRE, CONCERTS AND MORE ON TAP FOR THE VISTA VENUE

Buy One Watch Get One Free!

See store for details.

In the Carlsbad Premium Outlets, I-5 at Palomar Airport Road

�

(760) 804-9899

�

www.pauling.com

Extraordinary Vacations Across the Globe

INSPIRING ICELAND

9 DAYS/7NIGHTS From $2,969LAND ONLY ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS

TRAVEL INCLUDES COMPLIMENTARY INCLUSION

Blue Lagoon/Reykjavik, Iceland

Rejkjavik, Grundafjorour, Akureyri.

Explore Reykjavik by bicycle or on a personalized walking tour. Journey to the spectacular Gullfoss waterfall - one of the world’s most incredible cascades. Relax in the warm, mineral-rich water of the Blue Lagoon, a natural geothermal pool set in a lava field. AAA Vactions® May - October 2016 Services of a professional tour manager; hotel accomodations; daily breakfast and select additional meals; hotel-to-hotel luggage handling; and roundtrip home to airport sedan service on air-exclusive tours.

Receive a $75 credit to use toward the optional tour of your choice. If you purchase 2 or more optional tours you will receive a $100 credit.2

Join our free upcoming travel events

ON STAGE ALASKA TRAVEL SHOW1 Monday, February 8, 6:00 PM Hilton Garden Inn 6450 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad 92011 Please RSVP by calling local branch

ASK FOR A

FREE GIFT * CALL YOUR LOCAL BRANCH DEL MAR (858) 794-3370

OCEANSIDE (760) 930-7515 SAN MARCOS (760) 891-3600 ENCINITAS (760) 635-4070

ALOHA DAYS Wednesday, March 30, All Day At local branches.

EXPLORE

Europe, U.S.A. and Canada Wednesday, March 2, 6:00 PM El Camino Country Club 3202 Vista Way, Oceanside 92056

GET YOUR DISCOUNTED ATTRACTION TICKETS Aquarium of the Pacific® Cinemark Theatres LEGOLAND® California Resort Regal Entertainment Group® San Diego Zoo San Diego Zoo Safari Park

SeaWorld® San Diego Universal Studios HollywoodTM

Auto Club Offers Select DMV Services • Vehicle registration including motorcycles, RVs and vessels • Lien holder changes • Transfer of ownership • Personalized plates • Disabled placards • Lost plates and stickers • Name change on registration or title No extra processing fees at your local Auto Club branch

1 Guests will have two weeks from the date of the On Stage Alaska travel show to take advantage of offers. Offers, including booking deadline, subject to change without notice. **Applies to new bookings only. Maximum two shipboard credits per stateroom/suite. Shipboard spending credits are available as follows for 2016 bookings: Cruise only bookings receive $25 shipboard spending credit per person; Denali Land+Sea Journeys receive $50 shipboard spending credit per person; and Yukon Land+Sea Journeys receive $100 shipboard spending crecdit per person. Combinable with Signature & Savings Fares, standard and concessioned groups, select promotional fares and AAA MAP & AMEX cardholder promotions. Not combinable with Cruise Night promotion. Offer applicable to exclusive occupancy and not applicable to third and fourth guests. †Onboard Value Booklet is delivered to passenger’s stateroom. Applies to passenger one and two in stateroom/suite only. ‡50% reduced deposit for applicable departures only. All Land+Sea Journeys require a deposit of $600 per person. Alaska cruises require a deposit of $350 per person for 7-day cruises and $600 per person for 14-day cruises. Bookings made on voyages requiring immediate final payment are not eligible for reduced deposit. Ask your AAA Travel Agent for details.

Airfare, taxes, surcharges, gratuities, transfers and excursions are additional unless otherwise indicated. Fuel surcharges, government taxes, other surcharges and deposit, payment and cancellation terms/conditions are subject to change without notice at any time. Cruise rates are capacity controlled. Rates, terms, conditions, availablility and itinerary are subject to change without notice. Certain restrictions may apply. AAA members must make advance reservations through AAA Travel to obtain Member Benefits and savings. Member Benefits may vary based on departure date. Rates are accurate at time of printing and are subject to availability and change. Not responsible for errors or omissions. The Automobile Club of Southern California acts only as an agent for Holland America Line and is a motor club with a principlace of business at 3333 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Travel provider Holland American Line is located at 300 Elliot Avenue West, Seattle, WA 98119. CTR #1016202-80. Copyright © 2016 Automobile Club of Southern California. All Rights Reserved.

2 Receive a $75 credit to use toward the optional tour of your choice. If you purchase two or more optional tours, you will receive a $100 credit. Not valid on group travel. Included in many U.S. cities within a 50 mile radius of more than 90 airport gateways. Service is available between 51 and 75 miles for a small fee. One transfer per room booking. Additional stops are not permitted on route.

Other restrictions may apply; call for details. Rate is per person land only based on double occupancy on the May 15, 2016 departure. Subject to change. Required internal flight not included in price. AAA Vacations ®

4 • February–March ’16 • www.NorthCountySun.com

Mr. Peabody’s “If you’re lucky enough to be Irish . . . you’re lucky enough!” Irish or not, have fun, go out and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day all day at Mr. Peabody’s. This Encinitas neighborhood pub, grill, and live music venue has been attracting North County locals since 2003. Peabody’s offers healthy portions of victuals made from scratch using the finest ingredients available. The quality is very good and the prices are very affordable. Their Prime Rib is especially famous, but other menu items such as their fish and chips, turkey burgers, turkey tacos, salads, and mud pies are also local favorites. Breakfast begins at 7am and includes $1.50 mimosas, $1.50 breakfast tacos, and $2.75 build-your-own Bloody Mary Bar. Happy hour is daily from 3-6pm and Wednesdays all night with $2.75 well cocktails, $1 turkey and fish tacos, and $.75 baby back ribs and wings. Check out their live music nightly with some of the finest local musical guests, and open mic nights and karaoke. Live shows are 21 + with no cover. Mr. Peabody’s is located at 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 753-7192 or visit www.peabodysrocks.com.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY DINING AND DRINKING DIRECTORY Bagby Beer Co. 601 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside CA 92054 www.bagbybeer.com Barrel Harbor Brewing Company 2575 Pioneer Ave., Vista, CA 92081 (760) 734-3939 www.barrelharborbrewing.com Belching Beaver Brewery 980 Park Center Drive “A”, Vista 92081 760-599-5832 www.belchinbeaver.com

The Harp 4935 Newport Avenue (Ocean Beach) 619-222-0168 www.theharp.menutoeat.com

Old 395 Sports & Spirits (formerly MaGee’s Tavern) 125 S. Main Avenue, Fallbrook 92028 (760) 731-6478 www.old395sportsbar.com

The Lost Abbey Brewery 155 Mata Way, San Marcos 92078 www.lostabbey.com

Oscar Wilde’s Irish Pub 1440 University Avenue, San Diego 92103 (Hillcrest) (619) 567-8249 www.oscarwildesirishpub.com

Hennessey’s Tavern 708 4th Ave, Gaslamp, San Diego 92101 www.hennesseystavern.com Hennessey’s Tavern Carlsbad 2777 Roosevelt Street, Carlsbad 92008 760-729-6951 www.hennesseystavern.com

Bentley’s Steak and Chop House 162 South Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 760-632-9333 www.bentleyssteak.com

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

Bully’s Del Mar 1404 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar 858-755-1660 www.bullysprimerib.com Callahan’s Pub & Brewery 8111 Mira Mesa Blvd., San Diego CA 92126 (Mira Mesa) (858) 578-7892 www.callahanspub.com Conway’s Irish Pub 11040 Rancho Carmel Drive, Ste. 3, San Diego 92128 (858) 673-1782 www.facebook.com/ConwaysIrishPub Churchill’s Pub and Grille 887 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069 760-471-8773 www.churchillspub.us

Hooley’s Irish Pub & Grill 2955 Jamacha Rd #21, Rancho San Diego, 92019 619-670-7468 www.hooleys.com Inland Tavern 1001 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos 82078 760-744-8782 www.inlandtavern.com Lumberyard Tavern and Grill 967 S. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas 92024 760-479-1657 www.lumberyardtavernandgrill.com

Dublin Square Irish Pub & Grill Gaslamp, San Diego www.dublinsquareirishpub.com

MaGee’s Tavern Irish Pub & Restaurant 125 S. Main Avenue, Fallbrook 92028 (760) 731-6478 www.mageestavern.com.

The Field Authentic Irish Pub & Restaurant Gaslamp, San Diego 619-232-9840 www.thefield.com

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

Flying Pig Pub and Kitchen 626 S. Tremont Street, Oceanside www.flyingpigpubkitchen.com

O’Brien’s American Pub 4646 Convoy Street, San Diego 92111 (Clairemont) (858) 715-1745 www.obrienspub.net

Flying Pig Pub and Kitchen 230 South Santa Fe, Vista 760-630-4311 www.flyingpigpubkitchen.com Gallagher’s Pub 5046 Newport Ave, SD 92107 (Ocean Beach) 619-222-5300 www.gallagherspubob.com

O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub 640 Grand Ave, Carlsbad 92008 760-729-7234 www.facebook.com/osullivanscarlsbad O’Sullivan Bros. Brewing Co. (Tasting Room Only) 9879 Hibert Street, Ste. F, San Diego 92131 (858) 577-0350 www.osullivan-brothers.com

Vista Village Pub “May you always have a clean shirt, a clear conscience, and enough coins in your pocket to buy a pint!” St. Patrick’s Day is a special day and a great time to celebrate the tradition of eating and drinking the Irish way! The Vista Village Pub in the heart of downtown Vista will be serving a special buffet breakfast the morning of the North County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade and will be serving great Irish food such as Corned Beef and Cabbage, Shepherd’s Pie, Bangers and Mash, Irish Stew, Fish & Chips, and drinks all day from 8am to 2am. You usually can find live music and bagpipe music there. Vista Village Pub is located at 224 Main Street, Vista 92084. Call (760) 643-1619 or visit www.vistavillagepub.com.

The Kraken Bar and Restaurant 2531 S. Coast Hwy 101, Cardiff 92007 www.thekrakencardiff.com The Ould Sod 3373 Adams Ave, San Diego 92116 619-284-6594 www.theouldsod.com Patrick’s Gaslamp Pub 428 F Street, San Diego 619-233-3077 www.patricksirishpub.com Pour House 1903 South Coast Highway, Oceanside 92054 (760) 730-5944 www.pourhouseoceanside.com Rosie O’Grady’s 3402 Adams Avenue San Diego 92116 (619) 284-7666 www.rosieogradyspub.com Shakespeare Pub & Grille.

3701 India Street, San Diego 92103 (619) 299-0230 www.shakespearepub.com.

The Stag and Lion 850 Tamarack Ave, Carlsbad 92008 760-434-7824 www.stagandlion.com Stout Public House 1125 6th Ave., San Diego 619-702-7933 www.stoutsd.com Tip Top Meats 6118 Paseo del Norte, Carlsbad 92011 760-438-2620 www.tiptopmeats.com Union Kitchen and Tap 1108 South Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas 92014 www.localunion101.com.

Vista Village Pub 224 Main Street, Vista 92084 (760) 643-1619 www.vistavillagepub.com.

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 5

THE

ART OF YOU

Victoria Azarenka Two-Time Grand Slam Tennis Champion

A NECKLACE ISN’T JUST A NECKLACE

Choose from over 300 styles in stock. Buy one Citizen watch and get another of equal or lesser value for free. See store for details.

© 2015 Pandora Jewelry, LLC All rights reserved.

In the Carlsbad Premium Outlets, I-5 at Palomar Airport Road Open Daily • (760) 804-9899 • www.pauling.com

W W W.E N D L E SSJE WE L RY.U S *CHOOSE FROM 39 SILVER CHARMS WITH A $30 RETAIL VALUE

COLOR YOUR LIFE In the Carlsbad Premium Outlets, I-5 at Palomar Airport Road • Open Daily • (760) 804-9899 • www.pauling.com

I’ll Sell Your Home for:

David Boe, Owner/broker

Realtor & Member of: National & California Association of Realtors, NSDCAR, SDAR and Sandicor MLS. Please disregard if your home is currently listed. Not intended to solicit a listed property. Seeking a few motivated agents committed to success. Inquiries confidential.

My Home Sellers Get a Selling Advantage and Full Service for Less, plus: • 30 years broker experience selling over 1,000 homes.

• Full MLS exposure plus over 50 other websites.

• I handle all the negotiations and all required paperwork.

• My sellers get motivated buyer agents because the buyer’s agent earns a full 2.5% commission, never less!

Why Pay More?

What do you get for paying more? www.SellersWhyPayMore.com NCS 10/15

THE

2016 SEASON AT THE MOONLIGHT AMPHITHEATRE

JUNE 15 JULY 2

JULY 20 – AUGUST 6

AUGUST 17 – SEPTEMBER 3

SEPTEMBER 14 – OCTOBER 1

SUBSCRIPTIONS ON SALE NOW! CALL 760.724.2110.

SINGLE TICKETS ON SALE MARCH 5.

ILLUSIONIST JASON BISHOP APRIL 16

JO DEE MESSINA APRIL 22

REMEMBER WHEN ROCK WAS YOUNG: ELTON JOHN TRIBUTE OCTOBER 28

WELL-STRUNG* JULY 19

TIM HOCKENBERRY STAR OF “AMERICA’S GOT TALENT” NOVEMBER 19

CHRIS MANN & SHOSHANA BEAN* OCTOBER 8

A VERY ELECTRIC CHRISTMAS DECEMBER 3

DISCOUNT PACKAGES AND SINGLE TICKETS ON SALE NOW! CALL 760.724.2110 OR GO ONLINE VISTIXONLINE.COM TO ORDER. *NOT ELIGIBLE FOR DISCOUNTS.

MOONLIGHT AMPHITHEATRE | 1200 VALE TERRACE DRIVE | VISTA

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 7 Find more entertainment at www.NorthCountySun.com

INSIDE

Published by Print Zone Entertainment 7040 Avenida Encinas, Suite 104-115, Carlsbad, CA 92011, (760) 635-9100, info@northcountysun.com www.NorthCountySun.com. North County Sun is on Facebook and Twitter.

Calendar of Events (February and March) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Coupon Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-31 St. Patrick’s Day Dining and Drinking Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Sunday Brunches Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 North County Easter Egg Hunts Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Ticket Giveaways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 20, 25, 27

Restaurant Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-19 Concerts and Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-22 Live Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 10 Festivals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24 Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 29 Sports & Team Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-26

Moonlight Amphitheatre That’s Life: A Toast to Sinatra February 11 – 12 Frank Sinatra was the iconic voice of a generation and one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Celebrate his hits: Strangers in the Night, Fly Me to the Moon, All the Way, My Way, New York, New York and many more.

Laura Ellis: In a Jazz Mood March 11 Laura Ellis transports you to a time when lyrics and melody reigned supreme and one note could change the whole mood of a song. Join Laura and her Jazz Noir band for an evening of vintage jazz, from your favorite melodies of the past and rarely heard musical gems including That Old Black Magic, I Could Have Danced All Night, The Heat Is On, Route 66, I’ve Been Kissed Before and many more.

Jason Bishop April 16 As America’s hottest illusionist, Jason Bishop mystifies with stunning and original state-of-the-art magic, awardwinning sleight-of-hand, and one-of-a-kind grand illusions delivered with a totally modern energy and an outstanding rock soundtrack. One thing that distinguishes Bishop is his virtuosity. Each show features exclusive grand illusions and close-up magic projected onto a huge movie screen.

Jo Dee Messina April 22 The multi-platinum, award-winning country singer and songwriter hits the Moonlight stage with a blend of her classic music, familiar hits and songs from her most recent album Me. With her descriptive storytelling, warm audience interaction and her beautiful voice, no country music fan will want to miss this unforgettable evening.

The Intergalactic Nemesis Live-Action Graphic Novel presents Target Earth May 7 The Intergalactic Nemesis Live-Action Graphic Novel, one-of-a-kind all-ages show, is in its third touring season.

Three actors, a Foley artist and a pianist perform all of the voices, sound effects and music while more than 1000 blow-your-mind comic book images are blasted onto a large screen. The premise of the show is simple: it is a period adventure story about a reporter, her assistant and a mysterious librarian as they face the most serious threat

Earth has ever known: an impending invasion of sludge monsters from the planet Zygon.

Sister Act June 15 – July 2 Based on the hit Whoopi Goldberg film, Sister Act tells the hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a wannabe diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a crime and the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look — a convent! Under the suspicious watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own.

Well-Strung July 9 Well-Strung, a New York City based string quartet, derives their unique blend of vocals and strings by brilliantly fusing classical music with the pop music of today.

From Taylor Swift to Beethoven, selections will be performed from the most beautiful and traditional melodies to irreverent “newly-observed “ chart toppers...and everything in between.

Peter Pan July 20 – August 6 Broadway’s high-flying musical whisks you away to a place where dreams are born and no one ever grows up!

Peter and his mischievous sidekick Tinkerbell visit the Darling children’s nursery late one night and with a sprinkle of pixie dust begin a magical journey across the stars.

Featuring the dazzling sets and costumes of the famous Cathy Rigby production, the show will feature spectacular flying effects.

Titanic the Musical August 17 – September 3 Maury Yeston’s riveting and haunting musical based on the worst nautical disaster in history (and not the movie), depicts the final hours of the real-life people who set sail on the “unsinkable” Titanic. Winner of five Tony Awards including Best Musical, Titanic celebrates the human spirit of the rich and the poor, the lovers, the heroes and cowards, for a theatrical experience that will stay with you long after the curtain comes down.

The Addams Family September 14 – October 1 The Addams Family is coming to life in a new macabre musical comedy created by the authors of The Jersey Boys

and the composer and lyricist of Big Fish. Join Gomez and Morticia Addams for a morbid family gathering when daughter Wednesday brings home her “normal” boyfriend and his uptight parents.

Chris Mann and Shoshana Bean October 8 Join Chris Mann, who rose to fame as a finalist on NBC’s The Voice, for a musical evening featuring songs from the Golden Age of Broadway, the Great American Songbook and his own chart-topping albums. Currently starring as the Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera National Broadway Tour, Mann has been hailed as “a bona fide breakout star.”

New, up-and-coming Broadway star and recording artist Shoshana Bean is magnificent and stirring, always original, heartfelt, and quite funny. Since the release of her debut solo album, Superhero, it is said that Bean can match Barbra Streisand’s range and challenge Madonna’s style.

Remember When Rock Was Young October 28 Remember When Rock Was Young stars singer/actor/ pianist Craig A. Meyer. He is considered to be the best Elton John tribute artist performing today. This spectacular show is a musical journey celebrating the decades of chart topping hits of Sir Elton John.

Tim Hockenberry November 19 Tim Hockenberry is a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter and well-known as a gifted interpreter of wellknown cover songs. Hockenberry’s voice is reminiscent of Ray Charles, Joe Cocker and Tom Waits, but one only need to hear a few bars of his rendition of I Left My Heart in San Francisco to understand that he is an artist with a refreshingly authentic approach to songs.

A Very Electric Christmas December 3 Lightwire Theater’s A Very Electric Christmas is a magical and captivating tale of family, friendship and hope performed in complete darkness and set to timeless holiday music. Lightwire Theater is known for its signature brand of dazzling visuals and storytelling incorporating a combination of dance, puppetry and technology.

Moonlight Amphitheatre is located at 1200 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista 92084. For more information call (760) 7242110 or visit www.moonlightstage.com.

be unveiled, the glorious Taj Mahal. But for the two hapless guards assigned to protect the palace, morning will set the wheels in motion for a ghoulishly funny existential crisis that will shake their faith in God, the empire and each other. Guards at the Taj is a black comedy about two

average men swept up by the beauty, carnage and injustice surrounding one of the most famous wonders of the world.

La Jolla Playhouse’s Potiker Theatre is located at 2910 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla, 92037. For more information visit lajollaplayhouse.org.

La Jolla Playhouse Guards at the Taj February 2 – 28 Guards at the Taj is written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph. At morning’s first light, a new edifice representing the soaring power of the empire will

North Coast Repertory Theatre

Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Great Nome Gold Rush Extended until February 14 The world’s greatest sleuth, Sherlock Holmes, will prove a client innocent of murder, even if it means traveling to the Wild West frontier town of Nome, Alaska, and ending up at a bar run by Wyatt Earp.

Variety Nights: The Book of Moron February 9 Robert Dubac’s solo show The Book of Moron combines theater with standup. Dubac buckles us up for a fastpaced joy ride over the pot-holed highways of cultural hypocrisy.

Now You See It February 24 – March 20 Guaranteed to tickle your funny bone, this outrageously funny farce by the French master Georges Feydeau will take you on a dizzying escapade fueled by jealousy bordering on paranoia, a philandering husband, hypnotism, a spurned

Win Free Tickets!

lover and a scandalous discovery.

Robert Dubac, portraying multiple characters, combines theatre with stand-up in this fast-paced performance on cultural hypocrisy, crashing head first into the barriers of sex, race, religion, politics and the media.

For The Sender—Love Letters From Vietnam February 29 A community-based series created to share stories through words and music brings this live performance about the incredible true correspondence between a flawed soldier stationed in 1968 Vietnam and his daughter.

Lord Buckley—His Royal Hipness March 7–8 This show, performed by Jake Broder, is based on the hip routines of ’40s comedian, Lord Buckley, who rose to prominence in the ’50s and influenced counter culture in this country very strongly.

Impro—Jane Austin Unscripted March 14 Critically acclaimed Impro Theatre deftly creates an

entire world of love-struck girls, brooding noblemen and charming cads based on Jane Austin stories.

Clarence Darrow Tonight!

March 21–22 Broadway’s Laurence Luckinbill brings to life one of the most fascinating men in American history, Attorney Clarence Darrow.

The North Coast Repertory Theatre is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite D, Solana Beach 92075. For more information please call (858) 481-1055 or visit www.northcoastrep.org.

Win Free Tickets!

Enter to win a free pair of tickets to the North Coast Repertory Theatre. Just fill in the simple entry form at www.NorthCountySun.com. Some restrictions apply. Only one entry is permitted per person/ email. Winners will be randomly selected and contacted by phone and email, so please put the best phone number to reach you. We usually do not leave voice messages. Best of luck, and see you at the North Coast Rep!

8 • February–March ’16 • www.NorthCountySun.com Find a Complete Calendar of Events at www.NorthCountySun.com Dates and times subject to change. Please call or check websites

FEBRUARY

Black History Month Museum Month (Feb) 50% off at participating museums.

Discount passes available at Macy’s.

Whale Watching Season through April.

Through 2/14 Empire the Musical at La Mirada Theatre, La Mirada. WWW.LAMIRADATHEATRE.COM Through 4/30 Sculpture in the Garden at San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas. WWW.SDBGARDEN.ORG 2/1 Bird Watching, first Monday of the month at San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas. 8am. (760) 436-3036.

WWW.SDBGARDEN.ORG 2/1-7 Sherlock Holmes and The Adventure of the Great Nome Gold Rush at North Coast Repertory Theatre, Solana Beach.

WWW.NORTHCOASTREP.ORG 2/1-7 Allianz Championship golf tournament, the Old Course at Broken Sound Club, Boca Raton, FL. WWW.ALLIANZCHAMPIONSHIP.COM 2/1-14 Outside Mullingar in the Lyceum Space, San Diego Repertory Theatre. (619) 544-1000. WWW.SDREP.ORG 2/1-24 The Neil Diamond Experience at Welk Resorts San Diego Theatre. WWW.WELKRESORTS.COM 2/1-29 Beer My Valentine Beer & Food Walking Tour, San Diego Beer and Wine Tours, Downtown La Jolla. WWW.SANDIEGO.ORG 2/1-29 Macy’s Museum Month in San Diego. Enjoy half-price admission at 45 museums during February. Pick up a Museum Month Pass at any Macy’s store in San Diego, Temecula or Imperial Valley. WWW.SANDIEGOMUSEUMCOUNCIL.ORG 2/1-3/6 The History and the Hair Story: 400 Years Without a Comb at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, Multiple times available. WWW.ARTCENTER.ORG 2/2 Groundhog Day 2/2 Pleasure Fix, The Slashes, The Bassics at The Casbah.

(619) 232-4355. WWW.CASBAHMUSIC.COM 2/2 The Sand Dog Cometh featuring Mary Pearson, California State University at San Marcos, 7:30pm. WWW.CSUSM.EDU/AL 2/2 Lily Cai Chinese Dancers “Classic And Folk Dances from China” at California Center for the Arts, Escondido. Multiple times available. WWW.ARTCENTER.ORG 2/2 The Mad House Comedy Club and Stone Brewing Culinary Event: Serious Food and Silliness Dinner, 6 and 8pm.

WWW.MADHOUSECOMEDYCLUB.COM 2/2 Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra, California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 7:30pm. WWW.ARTCENTER.ORG 2/2 Bullet for My Valentine with Asking Alexandria plus special guests at the House of Blues, San Diego, 6:30pm.

WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 2/2 NBA Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves, Staples Center, Los Angeles, 7:30pm. Watch on TWC SN/TWC D NBATV. WWW.NBA.COM/LAKERS/SCHEDULE 2/2-7 The Realish Housewives of San Diego at Balboa Theatre, San Diego. WWW.SANDIEGOTHEATRES.ORG 2/2-28 Guards at the Taj at Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre, La Jolla. WWW.LAJOLLAPLAYHOUSE.ORG 2/4 Jack & Jackat at the House of Blues, San Diego, 5:30pm.

WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 2/4-14 The San Diego Jewish Film Festival presented by the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, Jacobs Family Campus. WWW.SDJFF.ORG 2/5 In the Mood for Love: Foreign Film Fridays temporarily moved to the Carlsbad Senior Center on Pine Avenue.

(760) 434-2920. WWW.CARLSBADCA.GOV 2/5 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. Stockton Heat, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm. (619) 359-4730.

WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 2/5 24th Annual San Diego Brazil Carnival Ball at FUSE Nightclub, San Diego 9pm. Adults-only event. WWW.BRAZILCARNIVAL.COM 2/5-6 All Shook Up at the AVO Playhouse in Vista. WWW.MOONLIGHTSTAGE.COM 2/5-6 The English Beat at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 9pm.

WWW.BELLYUP.COM 2/5-7 San Diego Ballet Presents ‘An Evening of Jazz & Dance’ at the Lyceum Stage, Horton Plaza. WWW.SDREP.ORG 2/5-14 Boxing Love With Succulent Shakespeare at Theatre Arts West, Oceanside. WWW.THEATREARTSWEST.ORG 2/5-15 Oceanside Valentine’s Week. Celebrate all things LOVE. WWW.VISITOCEANSIDE.ORG 2/5-21 Ragtime the Musical presented by the San Diego Musical Theatre at Spreckels Theatre, San Diego. WWW.SDMT.ORG 2/5-21 Bojo’s Place at Community Actors Theatre in San Diego. A musical commemorating Black History Month.

WWW.COMMUNITYACTORSTHEATRE.COM 2/5-4/24 Fiddler on the Roof at Welk Resorts San Diego Theatre.

WWW.WELKRESORTS.COM 2/6 Wild Child–Doors Tribute at the House of Blues, San Diego, 7pm. WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 2/6 San Diego Mardi Gras Parade & Celebration in the San Diego Gaslamp, 5pm-12am. WWW.SDMARDIGRAS.COM 2/6 San Diego Super Run 10K/5K Run Walk, South Shores Park, San Diego. WWW.KATHYLOPEREVENTS.COM 2/6 21st Annual Lake Poway Youth Fishing Derby at Lake Poway.

(858) 668-4772. WWW.CI.POWAY.CA.US 2/6 Monster Jam at Petco Park, 7pm. WWW.MONSTERJAM.COM 2/6 Scholastic Surf Series, San Diego High School Divisions 3 & 4, La Jolla Shores. WWW.SURFSSS.ORG 2/6 Hearts For Hope 5K Run/Walk at Poinsettia Park, Carlsbad.

WWW.MITCHELLTHORP.ORG 2/6 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. Milwaukee Admirals, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm. (619) 359-4730.

WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 2/6-7 Pop Music Legend Peter Asher with the Laguna Concert Band at the Laguna Playhouse. WWW.LAGUNAPLAYHOUSE.COM 2/6-7 NSSA Open Season Surf Competition at Salt Creek, Dana Point. WWW.NSSA.ORG 2/6-7 Sunrise Surprise Strolls at the San Diego Zoo. 7:30-9am.

Walking tour to areas in natural hills and valleys. Includes breakfast muffins and coffee. WWW.SANDIEGOZOO.ORG 2/6, 13, 20, 27 Hawk Watch, Begent Ranch at the Ramona Grasslands, Ramona, 10am-1pm. WWW.SDRP.ORG 2/7 Superbowl 50 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, AFC Champions vs. NFC Champions. Beyonce and Coldplay perform Halftime Show www.nfl.com/superbowl/50 2/7 Scholastic Surf Series, San Diego High School Division 5, La Jolla Shores. WWW.SURFSSS.ORG 2/7 Cardiff Kook Run and Costume Contest, Encinitas, 8am.

WWW.CARDIFFKOOKRUN.COM 2/8 Chinese New Year 2/8 Dancing with the Stars Live! at Balboa Theatre, San Diego, 7:30pm. WWW.SANDIEGOTHEATRES.ORG

2/8-14 Ace Group Classic golf tournament, the TwinEagles Club, Naples, FL. WWW.THEACEGROUPCLASSIC.COM 2/9 Mardi Gras 2/9 The Book of Moron at the North Coast Repertory Theatre, Solana Beach. WWW.NORTHCOASTREP.ORG 2/9 Moscow Festival Ballet: Cinderella at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego, 7:30pm. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 2/9-14 Guards at the Taj at La Jolla Playhouse. WWW.LAJOLLAPLAYHOUSE.ORG 2/10 Ash Wednesday 2/10 Hearts and Rods. Cruise along the historical 101 from 5-9pm.

Enjoy seeing a variety of historical cars and classic woodies all in one location. WWW.VISITOCEANSIDE.ORG 2/10 An Evening with Ottmar Liebert & Luna Negra at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 2/10 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. Bakersfield Condors, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm. (619) 359-4730.

WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 2/10 Moscow Festival Ballet: Giselle at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego, 7:30pm. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 2/11 Tiger Army at Observatory North Park, San Diego, 7pm.

WWW.OBSERVATORYSD.COM 2/11 Hoodie Allen: Happy Camper Tour with Superduperkyle & Blackbear at the House of Blues, San Diego, 7pm.

WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 2/11 Aaron Neville at Balboa Theatre, San Diego, 8pm.

WWW.SANDIEGOTHEATRES.ORG 2/11 Moscow Festival Ballet: Romeo and Juliet at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego, 7:30pm. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 2/11 San Diego Sockers vs. Tacoma Stars,Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm. (619) 359-4730. WWW.SDSOCKERS.COM 2/11-12 That’s Life: A Toast to Sinatra at Moonlight Amphitheatre, Vista. WWW.MOONLIGHTSTAGE.COM 2/11-21 Circus Vargas’ ArleQuin at the Del Mar Fair Grounds.

WWW.CIRCUSVARGAS.COM 2/12 STRFKR / Com Truise at Observatory North Park, San Diego, 8pm. WWW.OBSERVATORYSD.COM 2/12 Harlem Globetrotters World Tour at Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7pm. WWW.VALLEYVIEWCASINOCENTER.COM 2/12-13 Engelbert Humperdinck at Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, 8pm. WWW.PECHANGA.COM 2/12-14 Laguna Beach Music Festival. A presentation of Laguna Beach Live! And Philharmonic Society of Orange County.

WWW.LAGUNABEACHMUSICFESTIVAL.COM 2/12-14 Valentine’s Day dining at 1500 OCEAN at Hotel Del Coronado. WWW.HOTELDEL.COM 2/12-14 11th Annual San Diego Lunar New Year Tet Festival.

Xuân Trong Tinh Yeu–Spring of Love, Mira Mesa Community Park. (858) 231-7508. WWW.SDTET.COM 2/12-15 Black To Legacy: 24th Annual San Diego Kuumba Fest, Lyceum Stage,San Diego Repertory Theatre.

(619) 544-1000. WWW.SDREP.ORG 2/12-21 The Odd Couple, Star Theatre Company, Oceanside. WWW.STARTHEATRECO.COM 2/13 Arrival From Sweden–The Music of ABBA at Pala Casino and Resort, 7pm. WWW.PALACASINO.COM 2/13, February Artists’ Reception at the Off Track Gallery, Encinitas, 4-7pm. WWW.OFFTRACKGALLERY.COM 2/13 Movies at the Pier at Junior Seau Pier Amphitheatre in Oceanside. Double Feature (Tangled 6pm; Sleepless in Seattle 8pm). Bring blankets, lawn chairs and snacks.

WWW.VISITOCEANSIDE.ORG 2/13 Lettuce with ProbCause at Observatory North Park, San Diego, 8pm. WWW.OBSERVATORYSD.COM 2/13 Cycling: Tour de Palm Springs, Palm Springs, CA. Big cycling event with multiple distances, ideal for beginners. The course is fairly flat with some rolling hills and minor climbs. WWW.T.BIKE 2/13 This is Jazz! The Saucy Side of Jazz with guitarist Robin Henkel and vocalist Whitney Shay at the Senior Center, Carlsbad, 4-6pm. WWW.CARLSBADCA.GOV 2/13 The Music of ABBA, Infinity Showroom at Pala Casino Spa & Resort, Pala, 7pm. (800) 585-3737. WWW.PALACASINO.COM 2/13 Tinh Tu Mua Xuan (Spring Love and Lovers), Pala Events Center, Pala, 7:30pm. (800) 585-3737. WWW.PALACASINO.COM 2/13 ALO at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 9pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 2/13 Valentines Super Love Jam at Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:30pm. WWW.VALLEYVIEWCASINOCENTER.COM 2/13 Mermaid Series Half Marathon, Mission Bay, San Diego.

WWW.MERMAIDSERIES.COM 2/13-14 34th Annual Chinese New Year Food & Cultural Fair, Downtown San Diego, 10am-5pm.(619) 234-4447.

WWW.SDCHINESECENTER.ORG 2/13-14 Valentine’s Day Brunch & Dinner Cruise And Valentine’s Weekend Dinner & Brunch Cruises, Hornblower, San Diego Bay. WWW.HORNBLOWER.COM 2/13-14 Western Surfing Association Championship Tour Event #7. Huntington Beach Pier South Side. WWW.SURFWSA.ORG 2/13, 16, 19, 21 San Diego Opera presents Tosca by Giacomo Puccini at the San Diego Civic Theatre. WWW.SDOPERA.ORG 2/13-3/5 Exhibition of Tennessee based Michael Aaron Williams: Nature | Nurture at ArtHatch and Distinction Gallery in Escondido. WWW.DISTINCTIONART.COM 2/13-3/6 Emilie: La Marquise Du Chatelet Defends Her Life Tonight at New Village Arts Theatre, Carlsbad (760) 433-3245. WWW.NEWVILLAGEARTS.ORG 2/13-3/13 The Last Match at the Old Globe Theatre, San Diego. WWW.THEOLDGLOBE.ORG 2/14 Valentine’s Day 2/14 Valentines Bike Ride Oceanside WWW.VALENTINERIDE.EVENTMEDIAINC.US 2/14 Valentine’s 5K RunWalk 6-9am at Oceanside Pier.

2/14 Valentines Day Paddle Out, Oceanside Harbor. Celebrate with the SUP Chicks hosting a special “Singing in the Rain” Valentine’s Day paddle (rain or shine). WWW.VISITOCEANSIDE.ORG 2/14 6th Annual Coronado Valentine’s Day 10K, 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run at Tidelands Park, Coronado. WWW.CORONADO10K.COM 2/14 The Dodos, Springtime Carnivore at The Casbah.

(619) 232-4355. WWW.CASBAHMUSIC.COM 2/14 The Big Friendly Giant at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 3pm. WWW.ARTCENTER.ORG 2/14 Oceanside Valentine 5K at Oceanside Pier, 6-9am. WWW.VISITOCEANSIDE.ORG 2/14 Beats Antique at Observatory North Park, San Diego, 9pm.

WWW.OBSERVATORYSD.COM 2/14 P.O.D., 10 Years, Dead Letter Circus at the House of Blues, San Diego, 7pm. WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 2/14 San Dieguito Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk through scenic Rancho Santa Fe. WWW.KATHYLOPEREVENTS.COM

2/14 Valentine Bike & 5K in Oceanside. A romantic, Valentinethemed fun run for all ages. It starts and finishes near the Oceanside Pier followed by food, refreshments, beer/wine garden, music and fun at City Hall. WWW.VALENTINERIDE.EVENTMEDIAINC.US 2/15 President’s Day 2/15 58th Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center hosted by LL Cool J 2/16-17 The Growlers with Jonathan Richman at Observatory North Park, San Diego, 8pm. WWW.OBSERVATORYSD.COM 2/16-21 Guards at the Taj at La Jolla Playhouse. WWW.LAJOLLAPLAYHOUSE.ORG 2/17 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. Texas Stars, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm. (619) 359-4730. WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 2/18 Men of Cave in the Underground Wine Cave, Pala Casino Spa & Resort, Pala, 7pm. (800) 585-3737. WWW.PALACASINO.COM 2/19 The Chorus: Foreign Film Fridays temporarily moved to the Carlsbad Senior Center on Pine Avenue. (760) 434-2920.

WWW.CARLSBADCA.GOV 2/19 Ronnie Milsap “The Farewell Tour” at Pala Casino Spa & Resort, Pala, 8pm. (800) 585-3737. WWW.PALACASINO.COM 2/19 Red Ball celebrating the Year of the Monkey at Club M, at The Fairmont Grand Del Mar Resort, San Diego, 7pm-1:30am.

HTTP://EN.EVENTHINT.COM/EVENTS/4146462 2/19 Hot Sardines at the Poway Performing Arts Center, 8pm.

WWW.POWAYONSTAGE.ORG 2/19 Harlem Globetrotters World Tour at Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7pm. WWW.VALLEYVIEWCASINOCENTER.COM 2/19 NBA Los Angeles Lakers vs. San Antonio Spurs, Staples Center, Los Angeles, 7:30pm. Watch on TWC SN/TWC D. WWW.NBA.COM/LAKERS/SCHEDULE 2/19 Las Cafeteras at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido, 5pm. WWW.CSUSM.EDU/AL 2/19-20 San Diego Winter Brew Fest at the San Diego Hall of Champions in Balboa Park. Sample beer, live music.

WWW.SANDIEGOBREWFEST.COM 2/19-3/13 The Fabulous Lipitones at Patio Playhouse, Escondido, Fri & Sat, 8pm; Sun 2pm. WWW.PATIOPLAYHOUSE.COM 2/20 Hairalogues at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 2pm. WWW.ARTCENTER.ORG 2/20 5th Annual 5K Paw Walk at San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas, 9am-1pm. WWW.SDBGARDEN.ORG 2/20 Dr. Dog at Observatory North Park, San Diego, 8pm. WWW.OBSERVATORYSD.COM 2/20 Symphology: The Science Of Sound at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego, 2pm. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 2/20 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. Ontario Reign, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm.

(619) 359-4730. WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 2/20 Walk for Animals–North County, a 2-mile walk at Kit Carson Park, Escondido. North County’s largest dog walk. WWW.SUPPORT.SDHUMANE.ORG 2/21 Mardi Gras Race 15K/5K at Hospitality Point Park, San Diego. WWW.COOLRUNNING.COM 2/21 House of Blues & Eventvibe Present Keys N Krates: Midnite Mass at the House of Blues, San Diego, 8pm. WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 2/21 Scholastic Surf Series, San Diego High School Division 5, Oceanside Pier, South. WWW.SURFSSS.ORG 2/21 San Diego Sockers vs. Turlock Express,Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 2:05pm. (619) 359-4730. WWW.SDSOCKERS.COM 2/23 Carlsbad Special Election for 85/15 plan.

2/23 Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 2/23-3/6 The Book of Mormon at the San Diego Civic Theatre. WWW.BROADWAYSD.COM 2/23-3/27 Louis and Keely: Live At The Sahara at Laguna Playhouse, Laguna Beach. WWW.LAGUNAPLAYHOUSE.COM 2/24 Project Brainwash: Why Reality TV is Bad for Women (...and men, people of color, the economy, love, sex and sheer common sense), in the University Student Union Ballroom California State University at San Marcos, 6pm. WWW.CSUSM.EDU/AL 2/24-3/20 Now You See It at the North Coast Repertory Theatre, Solana Beach. WWW.NORTHCOASTREP.ORG 2/25 Ani DiFranco with Rupa & the April Fishes at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 2/25 Men of Cave in the Underground Wine Cave, Pala Casino Spa & Resort, Pala, 7pm. (800) 585-3737. WWW.PALACASINO.COM 2/25-3/7 Circus Vargas’ ArleQuin at Mission Bay Park. WWW.CIRCUSVARGAS.COM 2/26 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. San Antonio Rampage, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm.

(619) 359-4730. WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 2/26 NBA Los Angeles Lakers vs. Memphis Grizzlies, Staples Center, Los Angeles, 7:30pm. Watch on TWC SN/TWC D ESPN. WWW.NBA.COM/LAKERS/SCHEDULE 2/26-27 KinderNights at the San Diego Zoo, 6-7:30pm. Children ages 3-6 with adult go on a different animal adventure.

(619) 557-3962 for reservations. WWW.SANDIEGOZOO.ORG 2/26-28 Symphonie Fantastique Jacobs Masterworks: Music of Rouse, Nielsen and Berlioz at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 2/26-3/13 Annie Warbucks (sequel to Annie) at Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, La Jolla. WWW.SDCJC.ORG 2/26-4/16 (Fri and Sat) Annie Jr., Mission Theatre Playhouse, Fallbrook. WWW.MISSIONTHEATER.COM 2/27 Dancing With the Movies at the Poway Performing Arts Center, 8pm. WWW.POWAYONSTAGE.ORG 2/27 Brian Regan Live Comedy Tour at Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, 7pm & 9:30pm. WWW.PECHANGA.COM 2/27 Scholastic Surf Series, San Diego Middle School Division 1, Avalanche, OB. WWW.SURFSSS.ORG 2/27 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. San Jose Barracuda, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm.

(619) 359-4730. WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 2/27 Sunrise Surprise Strolls at the San Diego Zoo. 7:30-9am.

Walking tour to areas in natural hills and valleys. Includes breakfast muffins and coffee. WWW.SANDIEGOZOO.ORG 2/27 KPBS Kids Workshops: World Thinking Day (special event).

Join KPBS, San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, and the Girl Scouts of San Diego for an exciting event exploring world cultures. Free admission. WWW.SDCDM.ORG 2/27-28 Silver Bay Kennel Club Dog Show at Del Mar Fairgrounds. WWW.JBRADSHAW.COM 2/28 88th Annual Academy Awards on ABC. WWW.OSCAR.GO.COM 2/28 13th Annual Coeur de Cuisine-Escondido Rotary’s formal Gourmet Gala, Main Ball Room, California Center for the Arts, Escondido. WWW.COEURDECUISINE.COM

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 9 Find a Complete Calendar of Events at www.NorthCountySun.com Dates and times of events subject to change Center, San Diego, 2:05pm. (619) 359-4730. WWW.SDSOCKERS.COM 2/28 Scholastic Surf Series, San Diego High School Divisions 1 & 2, Avalanche, OB. WWW.SURFSSS.ORG 2/28 A Concert for Peace in Our World with MiraCosta College Masterworks Chorale joining Escondido Choral Arts at California Center for the Arts, Escondido. WWW.MIRACOSTA.EDU/EVENTS

2/29 Monster Energy Outbreak Tour Presents: Fetty Wap– Welcome to the Zoo at the House of Blues, San Diego, 7pm.

WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 2/29 The Songs of For the Sender, Love Letters from Vietnam at North Coast Repertory Theatre, Solana Beach, 7:30pm.

WWW.NORTHCOASTREP.ORG

3/1 Abel Silvas “Running Grunion” at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. Multiple times available. WWW.ARTCENTER.ORG 3/1 Gayle Skidmore, Minor Birds, The Liquorsmiths at The Casbah.

(619) 232-4355. WWW.CASBAHMUSIC.COM 3/2 Mutemath at the House of Blues, San Diego, 7pm.

WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 3/2 Black Tiger Sex Machine at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 9pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/2-4/20 Britain’s Finest at Welk Resorts San Diego Theatre. It is truly the “Complete Beatles Experience.” WWW.WELKRESORTS.COM 3/3 Penny & Sparrow–Let a Lover Drown Your Tour at the House of Blues, San Diego, 7pm. WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 3/3 Men of Cave in the Underground Wine Cave, Pala Casino Spa & Resort, Pala, 7pm. (800) 585-3737. WWW.PALACASINO.COM 3/3 Galactic–Into the Deep Tour 2016 at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/3-6 20th Annual San Diego Bird Festival, Marina Village Park, San Diego. Sea, Sage & Sand. (858) 273-7800.

WWW.SANDIEGOAUDUBON.ORG 3/3-6 127th Annual Pacific Coast Men’s Doubles Championship at La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club. WWW.LJBTC.COM 3/4 One Singular Sensation: A Tribute to Marvin Hamlisch at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 3/4 Ginger and Cinnamon: Foreign Film Fridays temporarily moved to the Carlsbad Senior Center on Pine Avenue. (760) 434-2920.

WWW.CARLSBADCA.GOV 3/4 Atomic Groove Happy Hour at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 5:30pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/4 Summer is Forever II : Best Coast / Wavves with Cherry Glazerr at Observatory North Park, San Diego, 8pm.

WWW.OBSERVATORYSD.COM 3/4 Annual Mickey Cafagna Memorial Golf Classic at Maderas Golf Club. WWW.POWAY.COM 3/4 Chippendales: The 2016 Break The Rules Tour at the House of Blues, San Diego, 8pm. WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 3/4-5 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. Stockton Heat, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm. (619) 359-4730.

WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 3/4-6 You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown at the Village Church Community Theatre in Rancho Santa Fe. WWW.VILLAGECHURCHCOMMUNITYTHEATER.ORG 3/4 Santana Ways at Mr. Peabody’s. WWW.PEABODYSROCKS.COM 3/5 Tainted Love at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/5 Colon Cancer Alliance Undy 5K Run/Walk. Mission Bay Park, De Anza Cove, San Diego. WWW.SUPPORT.CCALLIANCE.ORG 3/5 The 8th annual San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering EXPO day at PETCO Park. WWW.LOVESTEMSD.ORG 3/5 6th Annual Finish Chelsea’s Run in honor of Chelsea King, Balboa Park. WWW.CHELSEASLIGHT.ORG 3/5 San Diego Opera Presents: Ferruccio Furlanetto in Concert at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 3/5 Winter Dance Party, A tribute to Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens & The Big Bopper, Pala Casino Spa & Resort, Pala, 7pm.

(800) 585-3737. WWW.PALACASINO.COM 3/5-6 The Spring Busker Festival at Seaport Village, 12-6pm. A street performer extravaganza, and the only Busker Festival in Southern California. Free entry. WWW.SEAPORTVILLAGE.COM 3/5-6 29th Annual Koi Club of San Diego Koi Show at Del Mar Fairgrounds, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 9am-3pm. WWW.KOICLUBSANDIEGO.ORG 3/6 The Crawdaddys, The New Kinetics, The Bassics, Dj Tony The Tyger at The Casbah. (619) 232-4355. WWW.CASBAHMUSIC.COM 3/6 C.S. Lewis The Screwtape Letters at Balboa Theatre, San Diego, 7pm. WWW.SANDIEGOTHEATRES.ORG 3/6 Scholastic Surf Series, San Diego Middle School Division 2, La Jolla Shores. WWW.SURFSSS.ORG 3/6-13 The 8th annual San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering at various locations throughout San Diego County. WWW.LOVESTEMSD.ORG 3/7-8 Lord Buckley–His Royal Hipness at North Coast Repertory Theatre, Solana Beach, 7:30-9:30pm. WWW.NORTHCOASTREP.ORG 3/7-8 John Hiatt–Monday/Tuesday Shows at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 7pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/8 St. Lucia with Grace Mitchell at Observatory North Park, San Diego, 8:30pm. WWW.OBSERVATORYSD.COM 3/8 Breaking Benjamin, Starset at the House of Blues, San Diego, 7:30pm. WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 3/9 Brian Ellis’ Reflection, The Verigolds, Whiskey Circle at The Casbah. (619) 232-4355. WWW.CASBAHMUSIC.COM 3/10 Stick Figure : Set in Stone Tour with Fortunate Youth & Ragin Fyah at Observatory North Park, San Diego, 8pm.

WWW.OBSERVATORYSD.COM 3/10 Men of Cave in the Underground Wine Cave, Pala Casino Spa & Resort, Pala, 7pm. (800) 585-3737. WWW.PALACASINO.COM 3/10-20 23rd Annual San Diego Latino Film Festival, AMC Fashion Valley 18, Fashion Valley, San Diego, (619) 230-1938, ext. 101.

WWW.SDLATINOFILM.COM 3/10-4/3 R. Buckminster Fuller: The History (and Mystery) of the Universe, Lyceum Stage, San Diego Repertory Theatre.

(619) 544-1000. WWW.SDREP.ORG 3/11 Lord of the Dance Dangerous Games at Civic Theatre, San Diego 7:30pm. WWW.SANDIEGOTHEATRES.ORG 3/11 Rosanne Cash at the Poway Performing Arts Center, 8pm.

WWW.POWAYONSTAGE.ORG 3/11 Gary Clark Jr. – The Story of Sonny Boy Slim Tour at the House of Blues, San Diego, 7pm. WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 3/11 Laura Ellis: In a Jazz Mood at Moonlight Amphitheatre, Vista. WWW.MOONLIGHTSTAGE.COM 3/11 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. Bakersfield Condors, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm. (619) 359-4730.

WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 3/11-13 Urinetown Musical at MiraCosta College Theatre.

WWW.MIRACOSTA.EDU/EVENTS

3/12 Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival, 5th & Laurel, San Diego, Parade 10:30am; Irish Festival 9:30am-5pm.

WWW.STPATSPARADE.ORG 3/12 St. Patrick’s Day Half Marathon, 5K Walk/Run and Green Mile Fun Run, Main Street & Magnolia Avenue, El Cajon.

WWW.STPATRICKSDAYHALF.COM 3/12 Annual St. Patrick’s Day 10K & 2-4 Mile Fun Run at Mission Bay Park, San Diego. WWW.ACTIVE.COM 3/12 This is Jazz! The Saucy Side of Jazz with guitarist Robin Henkel and vocalist Whitney Shay at the Senior Center, Carlsbad, 4-6pm. WWW.CARLSBADCA.GOV 3/12 Yanni at Civic Theatre, San Diego 7:30pm.

WWW.SANDIEGOTHEATRES.ORG 3/12 Casbah Presents: Dreamers at the House of Blues, San Diego, 7pm. WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 3/12 Tip Top Run 10K/5K Run/Walk & World Water Day Festival at Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center, (760) 804-1969.

WWW.AGUAHEDIONDA.ORG 3/12 Tao (Taiko Drummers of Japan): Seventeen Samurai at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 3/12 Furry Friends Hike at Ramona Grasslands Preserve, Ramona, 8:30-10:30am. WWW.SDRP.ORG 3/12-13 California Ballet Romeo and Juliet at Balboa Theatre, San Diego, 7:30pm. WWW.SANDIEGOTHEATRES.ORG 3/13 Daylight Saving Time Begins 3/13 NCAA Selection Sunday 3/13 5th Annual San Diego Half Marathon and 5K. WWW.SDMARATHON.COM 3/13 Anderson East with Dylan Leblanc at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/13 8th Annual Puppy Love 5K at scenic Lake Poway.

WWW.ANIMALCENTER.ORG 3/14 Dengue Fever, California Bleeding at The Casbah.

(619) 232-4355. WWW.CASBAHMUSIC.COM 3/14 Impro Theatre: Jane Austen Unscripted at North Coast Repertory Theatre, Solana Beach, 7:30pm. WWW.NORTHCOASTREP.ORG 3/14-20 Tucson Conquistadores Classic golf tournament at Omni Tucson National Resort, Tucson AZ. WWW.CONQUISTADORESCLASSIC.COM 3/15 The Revivalists at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm.

WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/15 Yolanda Kondonassis, Harp at the Auditorium at TSRI, San Diego. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 3/15-16 NCAA First Four. University of Dayton Arena. WWW.NCAA.COM 3/15-20 The Wizard of Oz at the San Diego Civic Theatre.

WWW.BROADWAYSD.COM 3/16 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. San Antonio Rampage, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm. (619) 359-4730.

WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 3/17 Men of Cave in the Underground Wine Cave, Pala Casino Spa & Resort, Pala, 7pm. (800) 585-3737. WWW.PALACASINO.COM 3/17-20 NCAA Second/Third Rounds. WWW.NCAA.COM 3/17 St. Patrick’s Day 3/17 See St. Patrick’s Day Party Directroy Page 4.

3/17 22nd Annual shamROCK in the Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, 4pm-12am. Downtown San Diego will be transformed into an Irish wonderland. 21+ WWW.GASLAMP.ORG 3/17-19 Urinetown Musical at MiraCosta College Theatre.

WWW.MIRACOSTA.EDU/EVENTS 3/18 Shower: Foreign Film Fridays temporarily moved to the Carlsbad Senior Center on Pine Avenue. (760) 434-2920.

WWW.CARLSBADCA.GOV 3/18 Anza-Borrego Wildflower Tour, Culture Caravan Trip, $67, 8:30am-6pm, sponsored by Gloria McClellan Center, Vista.

WWW.CITYOFVISTA.COM 3/18 Atomic Groove Happy Hour at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 5:30pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/18 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. Bakersfield Condors, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm. (619) 359-4730.

WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 3/18-19 Super Diamond–Fri/Sat Shows at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/18-20 Music in Motion: Dance and the Firebird at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 3/19 Bark in the Park Fund Raiser, Live Oak Dog Park, Fallbrook, 9am-2pm. WWW.FALLBROOKCHAMBEROFCOMMERCE.ORG 3/19 Taste of Bressi at Boys and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad. Tickets $48.

3/19 San Diego Race for Autism at Balboa Park, San Diego.

WWW.RACEFORAUTISM.ORG 3/19 La Jolla Playhouse Annual Gala. (858) 228-3083 or WWW.LAJOLLAPLAYHOUSE.ORG 3/19 Anjelah Johnson, Pala Events Center, Pala, 7:30pm.

(800) 585-3737. WWW.PALACASINO.COM 3/19-20 A Night in the Gardens of Spain with MiraCosta College Symphony Orchestra at MiraCosta College, Concert Hall.

WWW.MIRACOSTA.EDU/EVENTS 3/19-20 NSSA Open Season Surf Competition at the Pier, Huntington Beach. WWW.NSSA.ORG. 3/19-20 Spring Planting Jubilee & Tomato Sale at San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas, 9am-5pm. WWW.SDBGARDEN.ORG 3/19-9/5 Whales: Giants of the Deep at San Diego Natural History Museum (theNAT). WWW.SDNAT.ORG 3/20 Spring Begins 3/20 Madeleine Peyroux Trio at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/20 Tim Barry, Jenny Owen Youngs, Cory Branan at The Casbah.

(619) 232-4355. WWW.CASBAHMUSIC.COM 3/20 Annual Hot Chocolate 15K/5K Run at Petco Park, San Diego.

WWW.HOTCHOCOLATE15K.COM 3/20 Rock 105.3 Kioz Presents Disturbed at the House of Blues, San Diego, 7pm. WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 3/20 Igudesman & Joo at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego.

WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 3/21-22 Clarence Darrow Tonight! at North Coast Repertory Theatre, Solana Beach 7:30-9:30pm. WWW.NORTHCOASTREP.ORG

3/22 Matthew E. White, Wilsen at The Casbah. (619) 232-4355.

WWW.CASBAHMUSIC.COM 3/23 An Evening with David Crosby at Balboa Theatre, San Diego.

WWW.SANDIEGOTHEATRES.ORG 3/23 LJMS Presents: Montreal Symphony Orchestra at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 3/24 Purim 3/24 Daughter at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm.

WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/24 Glassjaw at Observatory North Park, San Diego, 8pm.

WWW.OBSERVATORYSD.COM 3/24 Vince Gill Live in Concert at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 3/24-27 NCAA Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight. WWW.NCAA.COM 3/24-27 LPGA Kia Classic at Aviara Golf Club, Carlsbad.

WWW.LPGA.COM 3/24-5/1 Rain based on the short story by W. Somerset Maughamat, Old Globe Theatre, San Diego. WWW.THEOLDGLOBE.ORG 3/25 Good Friday 3/25 Rubblebucket, Vacationer at The Casbah. (619) 232-4355.

WWW.CASBAHMUSIC.COM 3/25 The Funk Junkies Happy Hour at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 5:30pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/25-27 Shen Yun at Civic Theatre, San Diego.

WWW.SANDIEGOTHEATRES.ORG 3/26 See Easter Egg Hunt Directory Page 27 3/26 Annual Oceanside Easter Egg Hunt at Buddy Todd Park, Oceanside, 10am. WWW.CI.OCEANSIDE.CA.US 3/26 Yonder Mountain String Band with Polecat at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/26 The Decibel Magazine Tour 2016 featuring Abbath, High On Fire, Skeletonwitch & Tribulation at Observatory North Park, San Diego, 7:25pm. WWW.OBSERVATORYSD.COM 3/26 globalFEST On the Road: Creole Carnival at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 3/26 Spring Party with Bunny in Seeds of Wonder at San Diego Botanic Garden, Encinitas, 2 party times (limit 50 children per party) 10-11:30am and 11:30am-1pm. Children ages 2-6 visit gentle bunny, pet real bunnies and chicks, make crafts.

WWW.SDBGARDEN.ORG 3/26 Electric Run at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. WWW.ELECTRICRUN.COM 3/26 Wiggin’ Out for San Diego Seniors Meals-on-Wheels 5K Walk/Run at Crown Point Park, Mission Bay. WWW.MEALS-ON-WHEELS.ORG 3/27 Easter 3/27 Kirk Franklin Presents Gospel Brunch at House of Blues, San Diego, 10am. WWW.HOUSEOFBLUES.COM 3/27 Broncho, Jacco Gardner, Ultimate Painting at The Casbah.

(619) 232-4355. WWW.CASBAHMUSIC.COM 3/28 The Loons, Misunderstood with Glenn Campbell, Schitzophonics, Dj’s Tony the Tyger and Matteo Londres at The Casbah. (619) 232-4355. WWW.CASBAHMUSIC.COM 3/28-4/3 Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic golf tournament presented

by C Spire, Fallen Oak, Biloxi, Mississippi. WWW.2016MGRC.COM 3/29 Techno-Folklorico in Arts 111 at California State University at San Marcos, 6pm. WWW.CSUSM.EDU/AL 3/29 Rita Wilson at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm.

WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/29 Justin Bieber at Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:30pm.

WWW.VALLEYVIEWCASINOCENTER.COM 3/29-4/3 Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles at Balboa Theatre, San Diego. WWW.BROADWAYSD.COM 3/30 Anders Osborne with Sister Sparrow & the Dirty Birds at Belly Up Tavern, Solana Beach, 8pm. WWW.BELLYUP.COM 3/30 Blues and the Abstract Truth with The MiraCosta Jazz Collective at MiraCosta College, Music Bldg. 2200.

WWW.MIRACOSTA.EDU/EVENTS 3/31 Shlohmo, Purple (Live), Nick Melons at The Casbah.

(619) 232-4355. WWW.CASBAHMUSIC.COM 3/31 Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage brings five decades of Star Trek to concert halls for the first time in this galaxy or any other. WWW.BROADWAYSD.COM

MARCH-APRIL

2/28 In My Life–A Beatles Musical at Poway Center for the Performing Arts. WWW.POWAYONSTAGE.ORG 2/28 VOCES8 vocal group performs at St. James by-the-Sea, La Jolla, 4pm.http://www.sjbts.org 2/28 Toby Mac at Viejas Arena, San Diego, 7pm. WWW.VIEJASARENA.COM 2/28 San Diego Sockers vs. Dallas Sidekicks, Valley View Casino

April

4/1 April Fool’s Day 4/1 Behind the Sun: Foreign Film Fridays temporarily moved to the Carlsbad Senior Center on Pine Avenue. (760) 434-2920.

WWW.CARLSBADCA.GOV 4/1-3 Midori Plays Tchaikovsky at Copley Symphony Hall, San Diego. WWW.SANDIEGOSYMPHONY.ORG 4/1-17 Disney’s Aladdin Jr. at Patio Playhouse, Escondido, Fri & Sat, 8pm; Sun 2pm. WWW.PATIOPLAYHOUSE.COM 4/2 NCAA Final Four National Semifinal Game. NRG Stadium, Houston. WWW.NCAA.COM 4/2 California Ironman 70.3 Triathlon, Oceanside. WWW.IRONMAN.COM. 4/2 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. San Jose Barracuda, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm. (619) 359-4730.

WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 4/2 Dancing with Our Stars at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 7:30pm. WWW.ARTCENTER.ORG 4/2 Junior Carlsbad Marathon for kids 12 and under.

WWW.RUNROCKNROLL.COM 4/2-3 Carlsbad 5000–World’s Fastest 5K! WWW.RUNROCKNROLL.COM 4/2-3 43rd Annual San Diego Crew Classic Rowing Regatta at Mission Bay. WWW.CREWCLASSIC.ORG 4/3 AHL San Diego Gulls vs. Stockton Heat, Valley View Casino Center, San Diego, 7:05pm. (619) 359-4730.

WWW.SANDIEGOGULLS.COM 4/3 Opening Day Major League Baseball. HTTP://M.MLB.COM/ 4/4 NCAA Final Four National Championship Game. NRG Stadium, Houston. WWW.NCAA.COM 4/4 San Diego Padres vs. LA Dodgers Home Opener Game, Petco Park. WWW.SANDIEGO.PADRES.MLB.COM

10 • February–March ’16 • www.NorthCountySun.com Find more entertainment at www.NorthCountySun.com

Poway OnStage Dancing With the Movies February 27 Bringing to the stage some of Hollywood’s best musical moments from the silver screen are top television and stage choreographers. Starring celebrity pros and top finalist from Dancing with The Stars and So You Think You Can Dance and combing forces with singing stars from American Idol and The Voice, Dancing With the Movies recreates some of the most iconic characters and memorable musical moments from movies like West Side Story, Grease, Chicago, Hairspray and Moulin Rouge, including new, stunning dances to scores from

such movies as The Godfather, Titanic, The Matrix and Les Misérables.

MCT’s Pinocchio March 26 Each Spring, Poway OnStage is proud to present an all-youth production as part of their Arts in Education Initiative. Taking over 60 local children from auditions, to rehearsals and a fully costumed production in just one week, Missoula Children’s Theater will perform Pinocchio.

Poway OnStage is located at 15498 Espola Road, Poway.

For more information call (858) 668-4798 or visit www. powayonstage.org.

The San Diego Jewish Film Festival Showing 60 Films in 5 Locations February 4 – 14

The San Diego Jewish Film Festival presented by the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, Jacobs Family Campus, will run February 4-14.

This year the festival will showcase a total of 60 films of the best contemporary Jewish themed films from around the world celebrating life, human rights, and freedom of expression. The mission of the Film Festival is to offer outstanding world cinema that pro-

motes awareness, appreciation and pride in the diversity of the Jewish people to attendees of the community at large.

Festival programs aim to educate and illuminate through evocative, independent fiction and documentary films that portray the Jewish experience from current to historic global perspectives.

For tickets, venues or information call (858) 362-1348 or visit www.sdjff.org.

San Diego Musical Theatre

Welk Resort Theatre

Ragtime the Musical February 5 – 21 This sweeping musical portrait of early 20th century America tells the story of three families in the pursuit of the American Dream. Called by Time Magazine “A triumph for the stage,” and by the International Herald Tribune “the best musical in twenty years,” this acclaimed musical is filled with pageantry, emotion and hope, bursting onto the stage like no other musical.

San Diego Musical Theatre performs at Spreckels Theatre located at 121 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101. For more information call 619-235-9500 or visit www.sdmt.org.

Fiddler on the Roof February 5 – April 24 Based on the short story Tevye and His Daughters by Sholom Aleichem, Tevye the milkman tries to protect his daughters and his way of life from a changing world. It deals with serious issues such as persecution, poverty and the struggle to hold on to one’s beliefs in the midst of a hostile and chaotic environment. Criticized at first for its “limited appeal,” Fiddler on the Roof struck such a universal chord in audiences that it became, for a time, the longest running production in the history of Broadway.

Welk Resort Theatre is located at 8860 Lawrence Welk Drive, Escondido 92026. Call (888) 802-SHOW (7469) or visit www.welkresorts.com.

Old Globe Theatre The Metromaniacs Through March 6 In 18th-century Paris, young people like Damis have gone métromanie—crazy for poetry. Indeed, Damis has fallen in love with a mysterious poetess sight unseen, charmed by her verse alone. But unbeknownst to him, his beloved is actually a middle-aged gentleman named Francalou! This mistaken identity sets in motion a comedy of pseudonyms, plot twists, and plenty of playful poetry.

The Last Match February 13 – March 13 The US Open tennis semifinals are underway. As Russian phenom Sergei Sergeyev and American superstar Tim Porter do battle under the lights on center court, Galina and Mallory, the funny and complicated women who share their lives, watch anxiously from the sidelines. But as

the action unfolds, we journey into the minds of the players and the lives of the two couples in a moving exploration of family, parenthood, and the legacy left behind.

Rain March 24 – May 1 Based on the classic story by Somerset Maugham, the year is 1924, the setting a boarding hotel on the island of Western Samoa, where a missionary, a doctor, and their wives are scandalized by Sadie Thompson’s arrival, particularly when they learn what she does for a living. But when the missionary, with secrets of his own, acts to shut down her business and save her soul, more is about to heat up than the South Pacific sun.

The Old Globe Theatre is located at 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego. For more information call (619) 234-5623 or visit www.theoldglobe.org.

NORTH COUNTY MOVIE THEATERS

BONSALL – FALLBROOK Carmike Cinemas/Digiplex River Village Plaza 5256 S. Mission Rd, Bonsall, CA 92003, (760) 945-1365 www. carmike.com CARLSBAD Regal Cinemas Carlsbad 12, Westfield Plaza Camino Real 2501 El Camino Real, Carlsbad 92008 (844) 462-7342 www.regmovies.com Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas–La Costa, Plaza Paseo Real 6941 El Camino Real, Carlsbad 92009, (760) 827-6700 www.cinepolisusa.com DEL MAR – RANCHO SANTA FE – SOLANA BEACH Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas–Del Mar Highlands Town Center 12905 El Camino Real, Del Mar, CA 92130 (858) 794-4045 www.cinepolisusa.com ENCINITAS La Paloma Theatre 471 South Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024, (760) 436-7469 www.lapalomatheatre.com ESCONDIDO – VALLEY CENTER Regal Cinemas Escondido 16 & IMAX 350 W. Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025, (844) 462-7342 www.regmovies.com OCEANSIDE Regal Cinemas Oceanside 16, Ocean Place Cinemas 401 Mission Drive, Oceanside, CA 92054, (844) 462-7342 www.regmovies.com

Carmike Cinemas/Digiplex Mission Marketplace 13 431 College Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92057, (760) 806-1790 www.carmike.com POWAY – RAMONA Carmike Cinemas/Digiplex Poway 10 13475 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064, (858) 646-9423 www.carmike.com CARMEL VALLEY – RANCHO BERNARDO Angelika Film Center & Cafe Carmel Mountain (formerly Pacific Theatres) 11620 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92128, (858) 207-2606 www.angelikafilmcenter.com SAN MARCOS Edwards San Marcos Stadium 18 Cinemas 1180 West San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos, CA 92069, (844) 4627342 www.regmovies.com VISTA Cinépolis Vista, Vista Village (formerly Krikorian) 25 Main Street. Vista, CA 92083 (760) 945-7469 www.cinepolisusa.com SAN DIEGO AMC La Jolla 12, La Jolla Village Square 8657 Villa La Jolla Drive, Ste. 129, La Jolla, CA 92037, (858) 458-1098 Edwards Mira Mesa Stadium 18 10733 Westview Parkway, San Diego, CA 92126 (844) 462-7342 www.regmovies.com

New Village Arts Theatre Emilie: La Marquise du Châtelet Defends Her Life Tonight February 13 – March 6 La Marquise du Châtelet was a mathematician, a physicist and the toast of the Enlightenment. So why then is the Marquise not better known? Perhaps Voltaire put it best when he said du Châtelet was “a great man whose only fault was being a woman.” Brought back from the dead, Emilie is determined to answer the questions that haunted her dying moments on Earth: “Was I right?” and “Was I loved?” As she travels back in time to revisit key moments in her scientific and emotional journeys, the full extent of her remarkably prescient legacy is revealed in this smart, surprising and sexy portrait of a true genius.

Big River April 9–May 15 The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is one of the greatest creations in American fiction. This tale of adventure and self-discovery begins on a raft on the Mississippi River in the 1840s, where Huck, escaping from his drunken father, meets up with Jim, a runaway slave. The story of their journey downstream is an American classic that captures the rhythms, sounds and spirit of life on the big river.

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

Star Theatre Company The Odd Couple February 12 – 21 The Star Theatre Company presents Neil Simon’s The Odd Couple & The Female Odd Couple. See both shows and witness comedy writing at its best and why men are from Mars and women are from Venus.

The Star Theatre is located at 402 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside 92054. For more information call (760) 721-9983 or visit www.startheatreco.com.

San Diego Repertory Theatre Outside Mullingar February 1 – 14 Anthony and Rosemary are 40-something locals living in a tiny village in rural Ireland. They haven’t got a clue when it comes to love. But the yearning for love of two eccentric souls is so great that they fight their way above the blaze towards happiness.

Black To Legacy: 24th Annual San Diego Kuumba Fest February 12 – 15 Kuumbafest is San Diego’s longest running and premier celebration of African-American expression, culture, and heritage.

R. Buckminster Fuller: The History (and Mystery) of the Universe March 10 – April 3 Written and Directed by D.W. Jacobs. From: The life, work, and writings of R. Buckminster Fuller, this one-man tour-de-force showcases the life, work and writings of one of the most remarkable minds of the 20th century.

San Diego Repertory Theatre performs at Lyceum Theatre located at 79 Horton Plaza, San Diego, 92101. For more information call (619) 544-1000 or visit www.sdrep.org.

The Village Church Community Theater You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown March 4 – 6 Based on Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, Schroeder, Snoopy and other characters created by cartoonist Charles M. Schulz in his comic strip Peanuts, this musical comedy entertains with a day in the life of Charlie Brown. Classic scenes and memorable songs make for a theater experience suitable for all ages. Originally written and produced Off-Broadway and then on Broadway in the mid-1960s, the stories of friendship, growing up, and the love of a dog remain timeless.

The Village Church Community Theater, 6225 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe, 92067. For more information call (858) 756-2441 X128 or visit www.villagechurchcommunitytheater.org.

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 11

Making celebrations memorable, one event at a time.

Our P lace

Daily Happy Hour | Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch* Private rooms and customizable menus

Or yours

Hors d’oeuvre trays and small dinners to full-service catering. Available for pick-up or delivery.

For dinner, banquet and catering menus visit vigiluccis.com *Offerings, days and times vary, visit our website for details

Vigilucci’s Trattoria Italiana Leucadia | 760.634.2365 Vigilucci’s Cucina Italiana Carlsbad | 760.434.2500 Vigilucci’s Gourmet Market & Catering Carlsbad | 760.720.0188 Vigilucci’s Seafood & Steakhouse Carlsbad | 760.434.2580 Vigilucci’s Ristorante Coronado 619.522.0946 Catering catering@vigiluccis.com | Events events@vigiluccis.com VIGILUCCIS.COM

FRESH FISH MARKET & SEAFOOD GRILL

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER • LOCAL CATCH • SEAFOOD PARTY PLATTERS PELLY’S 7110 Avenida Encinas #101, Carlsbad (760) 431-8454 • www.pellysfish.com

12 • February–March ’16 • www.NorthCountySun.com

Dining, Sipping, and Drinking Mr. Peabody’s

Mr. Peabody’s is the place to be all day on Superbowl Sunday, Valentine’s Day, and St. Patrick’s Day. This Encinitas neighborhood pub, grill, and live music venue has been attracting North County locals since 2003. Mr. Peabody’s offers healthy portions of victuals made from scratch using the finest ingredients available. Their Prime Rib is especially famous, but other menu items such as their fish and chips, turkey burgers, turkey tacos, salads, and mud pies are also local favorites. Breakfast begins at 7am and includes $1.50 mimosas, $1.50 breakfast tacos, and $2.75 build-yourown Bloody Mary Bar. Their daily specials are impressive.

Mondays: $6.99 1/2 lb burger; Tuesdays: $6.99 1/2 lb turkey burger; Wednesday: $6.99 8pc BLTA; Thursday: $6.99 triple grilled cheese; Friday: $8.99 fish sandwich; Saturday:

$7.99 chicken sandwich; Sunday: $14.99 10oz prime rib dinner.

Happy hour is daily from 3-6pm and Wednesdays all night with $2.75 well cocktails, $1 turkey and fish tacos, .75 baby back ribs, chicken wings, and chips and salsa. Sunday happy hour offers $3 Fireballs from 6pm to 2am; Monday from 9pm to 2am they serve $3 well cocktails; Tuesdays from 9pm to 2am try their $3 Captain Morgan rums; Wednesdays is all night happy hour; and Thursdays from 9pm to 2am Peabody’s features $7 22oz Lagunitas IPA Mood Cups.

Check out their live music nightly with some of the finest local musical guests, and open mic nights and karaoke. Live shows are 21 + with no cover. Mr. Peabody’s is located at 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 753-7192 or visit www.peabodysrocks.com.

Vista Village Pub is a friendly and lively pub and sports bar located in the heart of downtown Vista on Main Street. It’s a social gathering place for great atmosphere, excellent cuisine, Irish fare, cold beer on tap, hard drinks, live music, karaoke, and for special occasions like the Superbowl and St. Patrick’s Day. Happy Hour is Monday–Friday from 3pm to 6pm. They have really great Bloody Marys, a full bar with an impressive assortment of Irish whiskey and beer.

This is the place to be on St. Patrick’s Day. It’s a special day and a great time to celebrate the tradition of eating and drinking the Irish way! The Vista Village Pub will be serving their famous and very special buffet breakfast the morning of the North County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. They’ll be serving great Irish food such as Corned

Beef and Cabbage, Shepherd’s Pie, Bangers and Mash, Irish Stew, Fish & Chips, and drinks all day long from 8am to 2am. You usually can find live music and bagpipe music there.

Thursday and Saturday nights Vista Village Pub has Karaoke and Wednesday nights they have trivia. The food is very good and so is the service. Try the awesome fish and chips, grilled chicken sandwich, grilled salmon sandwich, French dip, pastrami sandwich, burgers, chili, and garlic fries. If you are looking for an excellent Irish stew, this is the place. All prices are very reasonable and it’s a great place to hangout with family and meet new friends.

Vista Village Pub is located at 224 Main Street, Vista 92084. Call (760) 643-1619 or visit www.vistavillagepub.com.

Gregorio’s

Open everyday for lunch and dinner, Gregorio’s Restaurant is located upstairs at the Village Fair Shopping Center in Carlsbad Village. This classy Italian restaurant serves handmade pizzas, along with authentic and savory Italian cuisine, at very reasonable prices.

Gregorio’s is the perfect place to bring a date on Valentine’s Day or impress family and friends in a lovely atmosphere overlooking downtown Carlsbad Village. We recommend their Shrimp Fra Diavlo, a shrimp and spicy marinara tossed with linguini, or their Angel Hair Pasta with Meat Sauce. They offer a wide selection for lunch and dinner with signature dishes such as linguini, lasagna, fettuccini Alfredo, eggplant parmesan, steaks, Sicilian chicken, pizzas, sandwiches, burgers, soups, salads, appetizers and desserts, including homemade cannoli.

Broadcasting the Super Bowl, March Madness basketball games, and Padres baseball, their full-bar serves Happy Hour Monday– Friday with $5 appetizers and daily drink specials. Martini Mondays are great with $2 off martinis; Tuesdays have Two-

for Tuesday specials; Wednesday features 1/2 off all bottles of wine, all night; Thursdays you get $2 off all bottled beer; and Friday is TGIF with $2 off–you call it! Gregorio’s is open 11am9pm weekdays, 11am-10pm Fridays and Saturdays, and Happy Hour is 3pm-6pm Monday through Friday. Gregorio’s offers a wide variety of light and healthy options, and is a great place to pop in and out for a quick lunch from 11am-3pm. They will treat you as if it’s your home away from home.

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, he 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. From 2010 to 2012, he donated 100% of his restaurant profits to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad. What a man! Gregorio’s is located in Carlsbad Village at 300 Carlsbad Village Drive, Suite 208, Carlsbad 92008. Call (760) 720-1132 or visit www. gregoriosrestaurant.com.

Vigilucci’s Restaurants

It’s spring, and love is in the air and Vigilucci’s is the perfect place to impress your loved one. A name synonymous with authentic Italian food, Vigilucci’s has been a staple in North County for over 20 years.

Each of Vigilucci’s four unique coastal locations will offer a special Prix Fixe menu as well as A la Carte options this Valentine’s Day. Treat your special someone to their award-wining authentic Italian cuisine, homemade pastas, prime steaks, and fresh seafood for lunch or dinner. Their Cucina Italiana and Vigilucci’s Seafood and Steakhouse are located in Carlsbad; Vigilucci’s Ristorante Coronado is located on Coronado Island; and Vigilucci’s Trattoria Italiana is on Highway 101, in Leucadia. Happy Hour is every day and includes $5-$10 food and drink specials with extended hours on the weekends. Vigilucci’s Trattoria has live music in their luxurious piano lounge.

Vigilucci’s Seafood and Steakhouse is one of the finest in all of San

Diego, along with it’s white water Pacific Ocean views that calls your name like a mermaid’s siren. This coastal Carlsbad location offers an award-winning menu with such items as Salmone con Macadamia, Grigliata di Pesce, and the finest Prime and Choice Filet Steaks, Prime Rib, Porterhouse, New York, and Rib-Eye Steaks. With the highest of recommendations, the menu tantalizes your will with such irresistible delights such as Ostriche Fresche, fresh oysters on the half shell; Sashimi Bruschetta, served as a trio of salmon, Ahi, and Scallops; and homemade crab cakes. Don’t forget to leave a little room for their outstanding Crème Brulee. They have an amazing Happy Hour, Monday through Friday from 3 to 6pm and Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 5pm. For reservations at Vigilucci’s Seafood and Steakhouse call (760) 434-2580 or visit www.vigiluccis.com for menus and locations. Buon Appetito!

Northern Spirits and Nattiya’s Thai

Have a romantic evening, while enjoying delicious Thai cuisine and listening to smooth “live” jazz with a loved one on Valentine’s Day! Make your reservations now for their 5-course Valentine’s Jazz Dinner for Two. This will most likely sell out fast. Get high on hot jazz and spicy Thai cuisine at North County’s only live jazz supper club and piano lounge, Northern Spirits, attached to Nattiya’s Thai Restaurant in San Marcos. The lovely Nattiya Sontisup has created a Thai food/ spicy jazz experience unlike any other in San Diego. Northern Spirits features the area’s premier jazz musicians from 7:30-10:30pm Thursday through Saturday, and hot jam sessions the last Sunday of each month. Sip fine wine and cocktail specialties from their full bar or try a sweet Thai iced tea. The authentic Thai cuisine is absolutely delicious and includes many different entrees including a variety of curries, noodles, salads, and awesome homemade Thai desserts. Late Night Music happens from 10:30pm to 1:00am Fridays and Saturdays and includes many genres of music and DJs. Happy Hour is every day

from 3-6pm with half-off appetizers and drink specials.

Nattiya’s Thai Restaurant serves some of the finest Thai cuisine in North County. It’s classy but unpretentious, with white tablecloths and fresh flowers. We recommend any of the Thai Curry dishes and especially the Seafood Love Boat. This savory entrée is a wonderful combination of steamed seafood overflowing with fresh salmon, calamari, mussels, shrimp, and scallops. The boat is partially filled with a special Thai garlic/lime soup and comes with a small side dish of lemongrass chili sauce. Cut their FREE ENTRÉE coupon, $5 OFF or $10 OFF coupon from their ad, or our coupon pages or download from www.NorthCountySun.com/category/coupons.

Northern Spirits and Nattiya’s Thai is located at 727 West San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos 92069 (in the Denny’s shopping center, across the street from Staples and Best Buy, just a couple of blocks from Restaurant Row). Ask about catering, musical guests, and daily specials. Call (760) 736-9999 or visit www.nattiyathai.com.

La Tapatia is one of San Diego’s oldest and most treasured family Mexican restaurants. It dates back to 1937, when it was founded

by Ernesto and Salome Acosta as a small diner operated from their home on Grand Avenue in Escondido. It is now a landmark in North County where guests enjoy some of the finest authentic Mexican cuisine. La Tapatia is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They have great lunch specials from 11am-3pm. They have a full bar with a lively Happy Hour seven days a week from 3-7pm and offer Happy Hour specials such as $1.99 tacos, $2.25 fish tacos, chicken wings, jalapeno poppers, shrimp quesadilla, shrimp ceviche, and an assortment of Happy Hour drink specials.

If you love tamales, you can enjoy La Tapatia’s famous homemade pork tamales very day. Other favorites include Chile Con Carne,

Flautas Guacamole, and their famous Chicken Mole. Prices are very reasonable. You can make your own combo plate with a choice of tacos, enchilada, tamale, chile relleno, and tostada. You can also order almost anything a la carte, and they have wonderful desserts, including flan.

Spend a memorable evening with a loved one on Valentine’s Day at La Tapatia. Clip their coupon from our coupon pages or download it from www.NorthCountySun.com. GET 50% OFF ANY ENTRÉE when you purchase an entrée of equal or greater value. Not valid Fridays, holidays, happy hour, breakfast, To-Go orders, or any other discounts or offers. Must present coupon. La Tapatia is located at 340 W. Grand Ave, Escondido 92025. Call (760) 747-8282.

Vista Village Pub

La Tapatia Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 13

Lunch $6.95up Dinner $7.95up

50% OFF Cut Roll and Sushi

Ahi &“Bomb!”

Grill You say Sushi “Sake” we say SAKE BOMB $795 AT HAPPY HOUR

(1) FREE CRUNCHY ROLL With purchase of $12 or more. Must present coupon.

Only one coupon per table.

Not valid with any other offer.

Expires 3/31/16 NCS

CIVIC CENTER PLAZA

157 N. Twin Oaks Valley Rd. #136 San Marcos 92069 (next to LA Fitness)

(760) 761-0238

WELCOME TO YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME

PASTA • PIZZA • STEAKS SEAFOOD • SANDWICHES SALADS • DESSERTS Happy Hour Mon-Fri 3-6 pm $5 Appetizers • Daily Drink Specials Newly Remodeled Full Bar Open Daily Lunch & Dinner 300 Carlsbad Village Drive, Suite 208 • Carlsbad, CA 92008 (upstairs in the Village Fair Shopping Center)

(760) 720-1132

www.gregoriosrestaurant.com

One of San Diego’s Oldest Mexican Restaurants Since 1937

Gift Certificates Available

Happy Hour 7-Days 3-7pm Full Bar • Lunch 11am - 3pm Open Fri. 11am - 9pm, Sat-Sun. 10am-9pm 340 W. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025 (760) 747-8282 • www.LaTapatiaEscondido.com

Famous Homemade Pork Tamales

FULL BAR HAPPY HOUR Mon.-Fri. 3pm - 7pm

Gift Certificates Available

50% OFF ENTREE

With purchase of equal or greater value entree plus two drinks.

Not valid for Filet Mignon, To-Go orders, on holidays, during Happy Hour Specials, any other discounts or coupons or specials. One coupon per (2) people. Must present coupon. Expires 3/31/16. NCS

Steakhouse at Jalapeno Grill & Cantina • Open Sun.-Thurs. 11am-9pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am-10pm 503 West Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025 (Center City Parkway and Grand Ave.) jalapenogrillandcantina.com (760) 233-1104

14 • February–March ’16 • www.NorthCountySun.com

Dining, Sipping, and Drinking Steakhouse at Jalapeno Grill & Cantina

Owner and Chef, Ray Alto, from the famed Fireside Restaurant, offers his loyal guests some of the finest steaks, grilled over a mesquite flame, and the best Certified Angus Prime Rib anywhere. Steak dinners come with baked bread, soup or salad, garden vegetables, and your choice of lemon rice, fries, baked potato, or their famous Jalapeno Cheddar Mashed Red Skin Potatoes.

The Jalapeno Cheddar Mashed Potatoes are the best anywhere on the planet. Mashed inside the creamy potatoes you’ll taste garlic and a hint of Jalapeno along with butter and cheddar and will be dreaming about the taste until you go back for more.

If the Prime Rib doesn’t get you, try their Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon, Rib Eye, Porterhouse, Top Sirloin or their New York Strip.

Appetizers include scrumptious servings of Fried Macaroni and

Jalapeno Cheese, Jalapeno Mozzarella Sticks, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Coconut Shrimp and Three Cheese Nachos. Soups and salads are perfect with any dish.

This place is a must for Valentine’s dinner if you’re looking for great food and drinks. Steakhouse at Jalapeno has an excellent Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 3-7pm with drink and food specials. Clip their coupon from our coupon pages or download from www.NorthCountySun.com. GET 50% OFF ENTRÉE with the purchase of an equal or greater value entrée plus two drinks. Not valid for To Go orders, holidays, Happy Hour, Filet Mignon, or with any other offer. Must present coupon. Steakhouse at Jalapeno Grill & Cantina is located at 503 W. Grand, Escondido, 92025.

Open Sun – Thurs 11-9pm, and Fri and Sat 11-10pm. Call (760) 233-1104.

Visit www.jalapenogrillandcantina.com.

10 Twenty Prime

10 Twenty Prime is a great place for Valentine’s dinner or for any night of the week. Owner and Restaurateur, Glenn Charros, knows fine dining, quality steaks, ribs, and seafood, along with exemplary service. Two words for 10 Twenty Prime: absolutely delicious! Here you’ll find one of the newest steak, ribs, and seafood houses in North County. Locals are converging nightly at this very polished but casual dining establishment, not just for the great cuisine, but for the extraordinary service and prices.

10 Twenty Prime has the best Happy Hour around, from 4-7pm, offering (3) Angus Sliders for $6; (3) Filet Mignon sliders for $8; 1/3 Baby Back Ribs for $6; (3) Shrimp Tacos for $5; Coconut Shrimp for $6; Well Cocktails and All Bottle and Draft Beers for only $3. They also have appetizers and small plates for $2.

Satisfaction is always the goal; and 10 Twenty Prime consistently hits the mark with their friendly and thoughtful ser-

vice. They have a very lively bar, an expansive white tablecloth indoor room, and a comfortable open-air outdoor patio. For starters, try their smokin’ shrimp, potato skins, Buffalo wings, or spinach artichoke dip. Signature entrees include baby back ribs from the grill, grilled or blackened mahi mahi and salmon, and grilled filet mignon, rib eye, top sirloin, and New York steaks.

Give this place a try. We’re sure you’ll agree that 10 Twenty Prime is a really great value, and we’d love to get your feedback. 10 Twenty Prime is located at 1020 West San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos 92078, in Old California Restaurant Row. Call (760) 566-7500.

We are very proud to offer a 50% OFF COUPON for lunch or dinner to try this outstanding restaurant. Clip the coupon from their ad on our Coupon Pages, or download it from www.NorthCountySun.com/coupons. Must present coupon.

It’s Tabu Sushi

It’s Tabu Sushi specializes in fresh, spicy, tangy, made-to-order sushi and Japanese fusion with a twist. They have a varied menu that includes specialties you may never have heard of, but certainly need to try. They refer to their fusion flavors as their Tabu Touch.

Something quite different and tasty is their Garlic Teriyaki Edamame.

Another winner is their Ceviche Roll, a delicious mix of fresh raw fish and shrimp without rice. Their Lemon Cilantro Roll is crazy good with a very fresh and zesty cool taste. This one has crab meat inside with salmon, avocado, cucumber, slices of lemon, and sriracha sauce. The cream cheese stuffed Jalapeno poppers are great, and don’t forget to order their delicious Habibi Roll. It’s shrimp tempura, spicy crab, cream cheese, avocado, cucumber, tuna, spicy mayo, eel sauce and tempura crumbs. Yum! It’s Tabu has a busy Happy Hour from 3-7pm, Sake Hour 7pmclose, and Late Night Specials. This innovative sushi bar and grill is located in San Marcos across the street from California State

University San Marcos and is very popular during late nights. This is their second location; their other is in Temecula. It’s Tabu has a spacious floor plan with a long “L’ shaped sushi bar; a beer/wine/ sake bar; plenty of tables and booths; flat screen TVs for sports, and a very nice outdoor patio.

It’s Tabu offers Lunch Specials, such as their After Burner Roll, with soup or salad and Iced Tea for $8. In the evenings at the bar, enjoy Happy Hour from 3- 6pm Mon-Fri, and Late Night Happy Hour from 7pm to close. Sake Hour is a lot of fun Friday and Saturday nights, starting at 7pm, when every hour, they offer 1/2 OFF house sake shots or $1 sake shots! Also, if you like sake, you really must try their Bunny Blueberry Sparkling Sake. CLIP THEIR $5 OFF COUPON from our coupon pages or download it from www.

NorthCountySun.com/coupons. It’s Tabu Sushi is located at 344 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road, San Marcos 92078. (in the Ralph’s shopping center). Call (760) 591-0811 or visit www.itstabusushi.com.

Tip Top Meats

This is the place to be on Valentine’s Day, St Patrick’s Day and any day of the year! Try Tip Top’s Sweetheart Valentine’s Steak Dinner for two for only $22.98. It includes two Certified Angus Top Sirloin Steak dinners and a bottle of house wine. Their Saint Patrick’s Day Irish Boston-style USDA Choice Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner is only $12.98 and is served the entire week of St. Patrick’s Day. It includes a large portion of Corned Beef Brisket and Corned Beef Round with cabbage, carrots, and red potatoes. A Green Glass of Beer is only $3.29! Tip Top Meats will sell over 3 tons of corned beef over the St. Patrick’s Day holiday. That’s about the size of a small elephant! Their USDA Choice corned beef brisket and corned beef round is well-trimmed, low sodium, and mildly cured and is made in-house to assure the highest quality.

Proud recipients of the Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor, and the Gold Medal for Best Ethnic by California Restaurant Association, John Haedrich, master butcher, owner and sole creator of Tip Top

Meats in Carlsbad, has also received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, and deservedly so. He has created the finest Butcher Shop, European Delicatessen and Gourmet Market, not only in North County, but throughout San Diego and Southern California. Andy Lee, Publisher of the North County Sun, says, “John is one of those amazing people that cross our paths once in a lifetime. I look up to him, and admire him and his achievements.

He is a hard working, kind, and giving man with a big heart and people who know him, love and respect him.”

Tip Top offers the finest and largest variety of sausages from around the world. Stock up with USDA Choice and Prime Cuts of meats and hams for a wonderful Easter celebration with your family and friends. Tip Top has been providing the highest quality meats and poultry for North County residents since 1967. Prices are subject to change. Tip Top Meats is located at 6118 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad 92011. Call (760) 438-2620 or visit www.tiptopmeats.com.

Pelly’s Fish Market and Grill

Relax and sit under an umbrella on a sunny afternoon this spring at Pelly’s Fish Market and Restaurant. Pelly’s is the perfect place for a fresh, grilled fish lunch or dinner, and it’s great for people watching. Located in the Poinsettia Village Shopping Center, just steps from Carlsbad Beach, between Starbucks and Subway, you’ll enjoy some of the tastiest char-grilled fish sandwiches, plates, or salads in San Diego. The food is simply amazing and their Fresh Fish Market is always stocked with great local catch.

Pelly’s Fish Market and seafood restaurant offers locals and visitors the freshest fish in town and is one of the original fish markets in Coastal North County. On any given day, Pelley’s offers large fillets of fresh ahi, yellowtail, albacore, mahi-mahi, halibut, Atlantic salmon, swordfish, sea bass, and a wide assortment of local shellfish including oysters, clams, mussels and lobster when in season.

Pelly’s has an excellent reputation with locals for serving delicious fresh fish lunches and dinners. We recommend their char-grilled mahi-mahi and halibut sandwiches, plates or salads, and their fresh char-grilled fish tacos. If you’re in the mood for a salad, you’ll love their fresh Ono salad, Pelly’s special salad, or their stone crab salad. They have the best chowder, too! Try their famous Manhattan red or Boston white clam chowder. Pelly’s is not a fancy white tablecloth restaurant, but the quality of their seafood more than makes up for it, and their prices are very reasonable. Pelly’s very popular Seafood Platters will suit any size party or family get-together.

Big sellers are their ceviche, stone crab, or bay shrimp salads.

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.

Ahi Sushi and Grill

Extremely popular and well known in San Marcos and throughout San Diego, Ahi Sushi serves some of the best tasting and best valued sushi around. The sushi is high quality, and the service is absolutely outstanding. I’ve never been in a sushi restaurant where you get your sushi order so quickly. Every day Ahi Sushi offers 50% off cut rolls, special rolls, and sushi. 50% off items are highlighted on their sushi menu. They also have lunch and dinner specials, sake bombs and beers for Happy Hour. “You say sake, we say bomb!” Sake Bombs during Happy Hour are only $7.95!

Are you hungry and on a budget? Try their 16- piece cut roll special. It includes 4-pieces of Philly roll + 4-pieces of spicy tuna roll + 4-pieces of California roll + 4-pieces of smoked salmon roll.

We highly recommend their 8-piece Caterpillar Roll, their famous 8-piece Albacore Special Roll; and their Special Ahi Tuna Roll, our all-time favorite! Their menu is extensive and includes dishes such as

Teriyaki Chicken, Orange Chicken, Katsu chicken, Yakisoba (stir fried noodles), Tempura Udon, Seafood Udon, Egg Rolls, Gyoza, a wide assortment of specialty rolls, appetizers, party platters, soups, salads, beer, wine, sake and desserts.

Ahi Sushi and Grill is on Twin Oaks Valley Road near California State University San Marcos and near the San Marcos Civic Center.

This very lively location is very popular with college students and faculty, local business people and residents, and everyone who 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.

GET A FREE 8-PIECE CRUNCHY ROLL ($12 value) with any purchase of $12 or more! Must present coupon. Either clip from our Coupon Pages, or download from www.NorthCountySun. com/coupons.

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 15

CELEBRATE VALENTINE’S DAY

Traditional Sushi With A Tabu Touch

HAPPY HOUR

• Daily Happy Hour 3-7pm • Late Night Bar Specials (at bar only) • Sake Hour Fri.-Sat. 7pm-close • 1/2 Off House Sake • Lunch Specials Mon.-Fri. 11am-2:30pm starting at $6

$10 GIFT CARD With purchase of $50 or more to use on your next visit.

Exp. 3/31/16 NCS

(760) 591-0811

With purchase of $25 or more.

May not be combined with any other offer. One per table.

IT’S TABU SUSHI

IT’S TABU SUSHI

344 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd. San Marcos

5 OFF

$

344 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd. San Marcos

Exp. 3/31/16 NCS

www.itstabusushi.com

344 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd. #147 San Marcos 92078

• Polished Casual Dining • Happy Hour Daily 4-7p.m.

• Outdoor Patio Dining • Appetizers & Small Plates $2 • Parties, Groups, Gift Certificates

• • • • • • • •

All Bottle & Draft Beers Well Coctails House Wines House Margarita Shrimp Tacos (3) Coconut Shrimp Shrimp Coctail Potato Skins

$3 $3 $3 $3 $5 $6 $8 $3

760-566-7500 1020 West San Marcos Blvd.

San Marcos, 92078

Old California Restaurant Row (formerly Tony Romas)

FREE

Lunch Entree

*

*With purchase of 2 beverages and lunch entree of equal or greater value. $8 maximum value. Dine-in orders only. Must present when ordering. One coupon per table.

May not be combined with any other offer or promotion. Not Valid on Holidays.

Expires 3/31/16 NCS

FREE

Dinner Entree

*

*With purchase of 2 beverages and dinner entree of equal or greater value.$14 maximum value. Dine-in orders only. Must present when ordering. One coupon per table. May not be combined with any other offer or promotion. Valid Sun. thru Thurs. only. Not Valid on Holidays.

Expires 3/31/16 NCS

20% OFF *

Your Food Purchase *Exclude alcohol. May not be combined with Happy Hour specials, or any other special or promotional discount.

Valid Sun. thru Thurs. only. Not Valid on Holidays.

Expires 3/31/16 NCS

16 • February–March ’16 • www.NorthCountySun.com

Dining, Sipping, and Drinking Daily News Café

The Daily News Café is celebrating its 26th anniversary in downtown Carlsbad Village. This historic and iconic restaurant is a North County dining destination. Many of their staff and cooks have been working there for years and have become local celebrities. Waitress Deena Vongxay has been serving happy customers for 26 years; Tera Stroup has been brightening everyone’s day for 12 years; and James West has been Carlsbad’s favorite bus person for 16 years. The longevity of the staff and great food are testament to the popularity of Daily News Café.

Locals and customers enjoy homemade comfort breakfasts and lunches, inside or out on the patio, while people-watching, and taking in the sunshine and fresh ocean air. Just steps from Carlsbad Beach, with a picturesque view of the Carlsbad sign on highway 101, breakfast is served all day, everyday, and lunch is served from 11am to 4pm. Their extensive and very popular menu includes a wide assortment of omelets ranging in price from $8.95 to $10.95.

All omelets are three eggs and served with hash browns, sautéed red potatoes, fresh fruit or refried beans and your choice of toast, biscuit, or blueberry muffin. Other breakfast favorites include Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros, and a Breakfast Burrito. They also serve Large Fresh Fruit Bowls, a Breakfast Parfait and Creamy Oatmeal.

Locals love their Belgian Waffles, Buttermilk Pancakes, French Toast, and wide assortment of Crepes, Try their famous Bloody Marys and Mimosas! Lunch is great and includes 1/3 lb Belly Bomber Burgers, Chicken Sandwiches and many other sandwiches and salad options.

We love their Half Sandwich and Soup combo and recommend their delicious Chicken Salad Sandwich served with Split Pea Soup. We also love their Lobster, Crab and Shrimp Salad Sandwich. Daily News Café is located at 3001 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad 92008. They are open daily from 6:30am to 4pm. Call (760) 729-1023 or visit www.dailynewscafe.com.

Pacifica Del Mar and Breeze Café

Pacifica del Mar and Breeze Café is open every day, including Valentine’s Day, with a special pre-fixe menu; or order off their regular menu. There isn’t a more beautiful restaurant to take the one you love on Valentine’s Day or any other day.

Pacifica Del Mar welcomes one of San Diego’s most revered and adored chefs, Pascal Vignau, to their kitchen. Chef Pascal serves award-winning cuisine along with fine wine pairings and cocktails, in harmony with breathtaking panoramic ocean views. This is one of the finest restaurants in Del Mar and one of the nicest places to be on Valentine’s Day. 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.

They are recipients of the Gold Medallion for “Best Seafood Dining in San Diego,” and Wine Spectator’s “Award of Excellence.”

For corporate and private parties and events, Pacifica Del Mar offers five distinct event venues: Private Reserve is a state-of-the-art private dining and presentation space, great for corporate parties for

54 to 75 guests; Breeze Café is a heated, outdoor, covered patio with stunning ocean view sunsets, accommodating 72 to 85; Wine Room is an intimate room displaying hundreds of fine vintage wines and comfortably accommodating 12 guests; Pacifica’s Patio is perfect for casual parties up to 120 guests. The patio overlooks Old Del Mar with spectacular Pacific Ocean views; The Gallery is an interior portion at the end of the Ocean Bar. It has lovely special effects lighting with a Pacific Ocean backdrop and is perfect for up to 60 guests.

Happy Hour is nightly from 4-6:30pm, all night long on Mondays and Tuesdays, and features $1 OFF all drinks and a discounted bar menu. They have over 100 Vodkas. Gift Cards are available. The Breeze Café, attached to Pacifica Del Mar, was once hailed by critics as one of San Diego’s best kept secrets and overlooks the shimmering Pacific Ocean. It is a celebrated coastal gathering spot for casual, outdoor, morning and afternoon dining.

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.

The Broken Yolk Café

The Broken Yolk Cafe is open 365 days a year from 6am to 3pm and is one of the most popular breakfast and lunch restaurants in North County. With 13 locations (10 in San Diego), they provide great food, professional service, and reasonable prices. Consistency in their food and service is what makes this place a winner. It’s what everyone has come to expect time after time.

They have an early bird breakfast menu served every day from 6am to 8am. It’s the best deal around! Also, for $9.49–$11.49 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.

For something truly healthy, try their fresh fruit bowls, or their Light Menu. They serve 12 breakfast or lunch items, all with calorie counts under 600.

Lunch at the Broken Yolk includes a wide selection of burgers, soups, salads, sandwiches and wraps. For something really spe-

cial, try their Club Sandwich. It’s a triple decker filled with oven roasted turkey breast, bacon strips, lettuce, tomato and mayo on a Brioche bun. It comes with your choice of onion rings, fries, potato salad or slaw. It’s a meal and a half! You can’t beat it!

For the really hungry, try their Iron Man and Iron Woman Challenge. It’s 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. Cost is $26.99 if you can’t finish it.

There are four locations in North County: La Costa at 7670 El Camino Real 92009; San Marcos at 101 S. Las Posas Rd. San Marcos 92078. Call (760) 943-8182 or visit www.thebrokenyolkcafe.com.

Tony’s Jacal

Tony’s Jacal is “One of the most authentic north of the border...” according to Zagat Survey. This Valentine’s Day treat your family and loved ones to the most delicious Mexican cuisine anywhere in San Diego. They will be serving from 3:30 to 9:30pm.

Taste the flavors of old Mexico and enjoy the history of one of the first Mexican restaurants in San Diego! Tony’s Jacal (pronounced hakal) is one of San Diego’s oldest and most treasured Mexican restaurants. Located in Solana Beach, Tony’s Jacal is a historic San Diego landmark and 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 absolutely delicious and the atmosphere and service are outstanding. For three generations, Tony’s Jacal has been serving family specialties, like their famous chile relleno, turkey tacos, turkey enchiladas, flautas and shrimp burritos. We recommend their very special turkey tamales

with a wonderful mole sauce made with black Pasilla Chiles, which you can order off the menu all-year-round.

Springtime really can’t be more colorful and delicious. Tony’s Jacal has a beautiful floral outdoor garden patio and live Mariachi music in the evenings. Their classic cantina lounge offers a wide selection of tequila and margaritas, and serves a variety of mezcal. Try their Mezcal Paloma with grapefruit soda on the rocks. Lunch is served Mon-Sat 11am-2pm: Dinner is served Weekdays 5-9:30pm, Fri and Sat 5-10pm, Sun 3-9:30pm: They are closed on Tuesdays (except during racing season) and will be closed Easter Sunday. If you are looking for an authentic Mexican restaurant experience, with wonderful food, drinks and the finest service, Tony’s Jacal is the place!

Tony’s Jacal is located west of the I-5 Fry and just south of Lomas Santa Fe on 621 Valley Avenue, Solana Beach, 92075. Call (858) 7552274 or visit www.tonysjacal.com

Wasabi Sushi Restaurant

Tucked away in a quiet strip mall in the Shadowridge neighborhood of Vista, across the street from Rancho Buena Vista High School, you’ll find Wasabi Sushi Restaurant. Recently under new management, this unassuming Japanese restaurant is a very good choice for tasty and fresh sushi at reasonable prices. The quaint dining room with black tables and chairs and sushi bar is the perfect setting to enjoy freshly prepared fish of every flavor and variety.

Wasabi Sushi is open everyday from 11am to 9:30pm. They serve a Daily Lunch Special for $11.95 that includes 1 House Roll, 1 Specialty Roll, Miso Soup and a fresh garden salad. Happy Hour is nightly from 3-7pm, and sports on TV is available at the bar.

Waitperson Betsy was very helpful and made suggestions about the menu items, while Sushi Chef Ian was busily at work making his unique and tasty creations. The menu had some very nice

choices, including an assortment of appetizers, nigiri sushi, sushi rolls, specialty rolls, tempura, Udon noodles, a variety of bowls, salads, curry, and a bento box. I recommend the Vista Dreaming Roll with jumbo shrimp, cucumber, tuna, salmon, avocado, albacore, crab, crunchies, and drizzled with eel sauce. The Rainbow Roll was also very good. The smoked salmon and maguro nigiri sushi were delicious, the fish was very fresh, and the sushi rice was excellent.

Many sushi experts say that the sushi rice is more important than the fish.

Feel free to clip their $10 OFF COUPON, $5 OFF COUPON, or their 20% OFF ENTIRE BILL COUPONS from their ad, from our coupon pages, or download from www.NorthCountySun.com/ category/coupons. Wasabi Sushi is located at1688 S. Melrose Drive, Vista 92081. Call (760) 727-8090 or visit www.sushivista.com.

Seafire Restaurant + Bar

Seafire is offering the best Valentine’s Day Scallops and Filet Mignon dinner for two ever! It’s a spectacular dinner for two and each plate consists of (2) large scallops and a filet mignon steak, all for only $39.95! (Must present coupon.) Make reservations now for a very special Valentine’s Day dinner with the one you love.

Utilizing traditional and progressive cooking techniques that harmoniously encapsulate a unique and delicious experience for all guests, Seafire is everything you are looking for in a restaurant and more. A husband and wife team work together in the kitchen preparing memorable delights, such as their signature Napoleon-style brick oven, wood-fired pizzas. The Italian made, custom designed, domed brick oven creates authentic pizza with perfectly browned crust.

Like a perfectly harmonious violinist and cellist, the two of them create dining delights using the freshest vegetables and ingredients to accent such masterpieces as their Lamb Chops, Steamed Mussels, Shrimp Scampi, Seared Scallops, or Crispy Skin Salmon that is served with garlic whipped potatoes, and sautéed Brussels sprouts. Their Mediterranean-style cuisine includes a wide variety of seafood, pasta

and salads. The menu is extensive and includes Kabobs and Rack of Lamb. Their salads and soups are delicious. Try the Ahi Sliders, Roasted Beet Salad, the Greek Salad, or their Fish Chowder. You will be really impressed.

Located near the beach in South Carlsbad near the corner of Palomar Airport Rd. and Paseo del Norte, this family owned and operated restaurant is definitely worth a try. The indoor décor is filled with natural light and the outdoor patio is welcoming with a large open window attached bar. It’s the perfect place for sipping wine, a local craft beer, or cocktail while enjoying great live music Tuesday to Saturday evenings.

They are open every day and Happy Hour is daily from 3:30-6:30pm and 10pm until close; and the kitchen stays open until they close. Enjoy 14 craft beers on tap and a great wine selection. Clip or download their coupon offer on their ad or our Coupon Pages or download from www.NorthCountySun.com/coupons and get 20% OFF your entire check. Some restrictions apply.

Seafire is located at 6030 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad 92011. Call (760) 603-9672 or visit www.seafirerestaurantcarlsbad.com.

$10 OFF 20% OFF $5 OFF Entire Bill

Purchase of $20 or more

Excludes Alcohol. Dine-in Only.

Must present coupon. Not valid with other offers, specials or discounts. One coupon per party.

Expires 3/31/16 NCS

Must present coupon. Not valid with other offers, specials or discounts. One coupon per party.

Expires 3/31/16 NCS

Purchase of $40 or more WASABI (760) 727-8090

Must present coupon. Not valid with other offers, specials or discounts. One coupon per party.

Expires 3/31/16 NCS

WASABI (760) 727-8090

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 17

WASABI (760) 727-8090

JAZZ SUPPER CLUB

AUTHENTIC THAI

JAZZ 7:30-10:30pm Thursdays-Saturdays JAM SESSION Sundays end of the month LATE NIGHT MUSIC 10:30pm-1am Fridays and Saturdays HAPPY HOUR Everyday 3-6 half off appetizers & drink specials at the bar

DAILY LUNCH SPECIAL $11.95

1 House Roll, 1 Specialty Roll, Miso Soup & Garden Salad

SPORTS ON TV HAPPY HAPPY HOUR HOUR 3-7PM 3-7PM

FULL SERVICE CATERING

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT!

1688 S. Melrose Drive, Vista 92081 (760) 727- 8090 Open Daily 11am-9:30pm

Daily News Café

Celebrating 26 Years

• Outdoor Dinning With Ocean Breezes • Breakfast Served all Day Lunch Served 11a.m. - 4p.m.

• Homemade Food • Locals Favorite • Family Friendly • Bloody Marys & Mimosas

Best Breakfast in Carlsbad!

(760) 729-1023

Open everyday from 6:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

3001 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad 92008

In the Carlsbad Village at the southwest corner of Carlsbad Blvd. and Carlsbad Village Drive

Nattiya’s Thai & Northern Spirits 727 W. San Marcos Blvd. San Marcos 92078 www.northern spirits.com www. nattiyathai.com VALENTINE’S JAZZ DINNER FOR TWO

FREE ENTREE

(Two) 5-Course Dinners: Soup, Salad, Appetizer, Entrée, Dessert.

WITH LIVE JAZZ MUSIC On Valentine’s Day only. Mention offer when making reservations.

NCS

With purchase of one entree equal or greater value and 2 beverages (max value $15)

With this coupon. Not valid with any other offers or during Happy Hour.

One per table. Expires 3/31/16.

NCS

WE DELIVER!

(760) 736-9999

$10 OFF When you spend $50 or more

With this coupon. Not valid with any other offers or during Happy Hour.

One per table. Expires 3/31/16.

NCS

18 • February–March ’16 • www.NorthCountySun.com

Dining, Sipping, and Drinking Cucina Amore

Amore means LOVE, so why not take your loved ones to Cucina Amore on Valentine’s Day! The handsome and young owners and partners of Cucina Amore are real Italians and are passionate about their authentic Italian cuisine. Long-time friends, Clint Legnani and Juri Malini, born and raised in Bologna, Italy, first opened a gelato shop in Pacific Beach, which is still there and very popular. They have now opened their new Italian restaurant in San Marcos, right across the street from San Marcos High School. Their cozy Italian bistro prepares fresh, homemade, authentic Italian dishes that are absolutely delicious. These guys are always smiling, and I can assure you that you will be, too. Like us, you will love Clint and Juri, and Cucina Amore! They offer $2 OFF daily lunch specials until 3:00pm.

Clip their BUY ONE – GET ONE FREE ENTRÉE COUPON (Dine in only) from our coupon pages or download from www.

NorthCountySun.com/category/coupons/. Also, because they are located right across from the high school, they offer $2.50 slices.

Their pizza is excellent.

Cucina Amore has an extensive menu that features delicious antipasti, Balogna-style thin crust pizza, wonderful pasta dishes, classic lasagna, specialita della casa (house specialties), soups, fine desserts, drinks and, of course, authentic cappuccino, and other coffees. Dishes are made with the freshest and organic ingredients whenever possible. All of their prices are on the lower end of the spectrum, which makes this place a real treat. We recommend their pizzas, and Spaghetti Bolognese with their homemade Ragu. Try it with meatballs! It’s absolutely delicious. Various pasta entrees include Cappellini Pomodoro, Ravioli di Ricotta, Fettuccine Afredo, Lasagna al Forno, Ziti al Forno, Gnocchi alla Bolognese, and others. For dessert, their Tiramisu, Sicilano, Panna Cotta, and their famous Gelato are all fabulous. Cucina Amore is located at 679 Rancho Santa Fe Road, San Marcos 92078. Call and ask them about catering your holiday party. Call (760) 304-6939. Located at the corner of San Marcos Blvd and Rancho Santa Fe Road. Visit www.cucinaamore.net.

Ignite Bistro & Wine Spot

Celebrate Valentine’s Day Weekend, February 13 and 14, with a special loved one at Ignite Bistro and Wine Spot by enjoying a Special Valentine’s Pre-Fix Dinner Menu on Saturday and Sunday.

Ignite is a great place to bring friends, family, or impress a client, or a date. There isn’t a bad seat in the house inside or outside on their beautifully designed and decorated Spanish-style patio garden with outside bar and fireplace. Located in La Costa, overlooking La Costa Green’s rolling hills, Ignite Bistro and Wine Spot is one of North County’s favorite hangouts. It offers an extensive wine collection to accompany their delectable appetizers, entrees and popular wood-fired, hand crafted Neopolitan-style pizza. Other offerings include sizzling juicy burgers and tender choice steaks.

Visit their new Oyster Bar. Oyster Happy Hour is Sun-Thurs from 6-7pm.

Uncork, drink and enjoy from a large selection of domestic or imported wines at retail bottle prices. Sip one of their hand crafted cocktails. Happy Hour is every day from 3-6pm and offers $4 or $6 drink specials as well as food specials. Sunday Brunch is from 10am3pm with Bottomless Mimosas. Catch the Super Bowl and March Madness games with the sound on! Reserve your seats now for their Super Bowl 50 Party on February 7.

Book your corporate events and parties for 2016. Bring the kids on Saturdays because Kids Eat Free on Saturdays from 4pm to close with purchase of one adult entrée! (Dine- in only.) Clip their $20% OFF ANY PURCHASE COUPON from our Coupon Pages or download it from www.NorthCountySun.com/category/coupons. Ignite Bistro & Wine Spot is located at 6996 El Camino Real, Carlsbad 92011.

Call 760-438-7800 or visit www.ignitecarlsbad.com.

Solterra Winery and Kitchen

Solterra will be open on Valentine’s Day for lunch from 12-5pm and for dinner from 5-10pm. There’s nothing better than sipping awardwinning wine and eating the finest cuisine prepared by San Diego’s cherished Executive Chef, Chris Powell, on Valentine’s Day at San Diego’s only working winery, tasting room, tap house, and kitchen.

Solterra was the biggest winner at the 2015 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, the most prestigious and largest competition of American wines in the world. They won Best of Class for their Costa Azul-2012 Cabernet Sauvignon; Double Gold for their Christopher Cameron Vinyards 2012 Malbec; Gold for their Solterra Winery Mestizo “GSM;” Silver for their 2013 Pinot Noir; and Silver for their 2009 Petit Sirah.

If the weather permits, enjoy their backyard vineyard patio, draped in grape vines with 18 tables. It’s exquisite. Just hang out and sip wine with family, friends, or your significant other. It’s also a great place to reserve for corporate or private parties.

The Van Alyea family, a married couple with two young daughters and a lovely golden retriever, are answering the dreams of North County residents and visitors who love fine wine, craft beers, great food, and the SoCal beach lifestyle. Solterra Winery and Kitchen is,

beyond the shadow of a doubt, a destination winery on the map of Encinitas and San Diego County.

Tuesdays are Wine and Cheese Nights with artisanal pizzas and wine blending! Wednesdays are Ladies Nights with extended Happy Hour from 3-7:30pm. The Tasting Room is open daily Mon-Thurs 3-5pm and Fri-Sun 12-5pm. Lunch is Sat-Sun 12-5. Dinner is 7 days a week 5-10pm. The building features stunning architecture with high ceilings and large open windows on Hwy 101. The winery is a wood barrel room with fermentation tanks, a crusher and press. Adjacent to the winery is a full kitchen, bar and dining room. Hang out at their long concrete outdoor fire pit bar located just inches from the sidewalk and passers-by. Wine Tasting is until 5pm; Get 4 glass flights of wine by the glass for $10, or 6 glass flights and 2 glass tastings of their Library Reserve wine by the glass.

Solterra is located at 934 North Coast Hwy 101, Leucadia 92024. Call (760) 230-2970 or visit www.solterrawinery.com for musical guests and special events. Clip their Wine Tasting Coupon from our Coupon Pages or download it from www.NorthCountySun.com. BUY ONE WINE TASTING & GET ONE FREE. Good anytime including Happy Hour! Must present coupon.

Casa de Bandini

This Valentine’s Day, treat your special someone to a fiesta to remember and enjoy their famous Fiesta Buffet Menu. Diane Powers’ Casa de Bandini is a top North County destination for regionally inspired Mexican fare. This award-winning restaurant is decorated with hand-crafted furnishings, fine Mexican folk art, and colorful hand painted murals. Guests feel the warmth and romance of Mexico as soon as they enter and are charmed nightly by strolling mariachis playing popular Mexican ballads, making it a great place for entertaining friends and loved ones. Guests will enjoy frosty birdbath margaritas along with hot corn and flour tortillas prepared throughout the day. Indulge in authentic Mexican cuisine among beautifully decorated dining rooms and their spectacular outdoor patio.

The freshest ingredients are used for their 14 salsas and sauces that are made daily along with their fresh, hot, handmade tortillas. Popular dishes include their flavorful Carnitas a

la Michoacan, succulent morsels of pork served with hot tortillas, guacamole, salsa and beans. Casa de Bandini also offers gluten-free, vegetarian and healthy dining selections. Chef Ignacio has prepared a number of authentic specialties including his famed Enchiladas Espinacas, Salmon Primavera, Taquitos de Tinga, Fish Tacos Sabrosas, and Churrasco Steak. The Churrasco Steak is a Certified Angus Beef steak, flame-grilled and garnished with cilantro-lime butter. It is served on a bed of roasted potatoes, with a side of frijoles de olla and ensalada primavera of fresh, sweet peppers, red onions, oranges, mangos, pineapple, and serrano chile in a lemon vinaigrette.

Casa de Bandini offers banquet and catering. 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 is located at 1901 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, 92009, in The Forum Carlsbad. Call (760) 634-3443 or visit www.casadebandini.com.

Bruegger’s Bagels

One of the most beloved bakeries in North County, Bruegger’s in La Costa offers delicious, piping hot, oven-baked bagels. Pick up a fresh hot blueberry bagel or onion bagel with cream cheese, a dozen hot bagels for the office, or 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. Our all-time favorite is their classic smoked salmon and cream cheese, stacked high on a fresh onion bagel with sliced tomato, red onions, and capers.

In addition to their famous bagels, breakfast sandwiches and bagel sandwiches, Bruegger’s offers a healthier “Under 500 Calorie” menu. If you are a calorie counter, try one of their Skinny Bagels.

Guests can now order any of Bruegger’s 15-plus varieties “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. Try their Skinny Zesty Egg White Sandwich.

This comes with an egg white patty on a skinny sesame bagel, with turkey sausage, Swiss cheese and sun dried tomato spread. Catering is available.

Clip their coupon from our Coupon Pages or download from www.

NorthCountySun.com/category/coupons and GET A BAGEL W/CREAM CHEESE AND SMALL COFFEE FOR $2.49. Must present coupon.

Bruegger’s operates 300 bakeries in North America with 7 bakeries in San Diego. Bruegger’s Bagels is located at 7680 El Camino Real, Carlsbad 92009 (at the corner of La Costa Ave and El Camino Real). Call (760) 632-1432 or visit www.brueggers.com

Print Zone Entertainment 7040 Avenida Encinas 104-115 Carlsbad, CA 92011 info@NorthCountySun.com www.NorthCountySun.com Advertising Office (760) 635-9100 Fax (760) 635-9200

Publisher: Andy Lee Editor: Serena Lee Writer: Serena Lee Writer: Andy Lee Front Cover Photo: Moonlight Amphitheatre Home Delivery: Pinky’s Distributors

Rack Distribution: North County Sun Web: Parrot Consulting Layout: Rosie Holub Ad Design: Lou Shook Printing by: Advanced Web Offset

This bimonthly entertainment publication is home delivered free, and can be found at over 150 locations throughout North County. This publication is a free publication. This publication is an independent paper. The views expressed in articles submitted by businesses or residents do not necessarily represent the views of the editor or the publisher. This publication is meant to be a friendly, family oriented publication. The publisher reserves all rights in editing of content and advertising copy to fall in line with publisher’s idea of family oriented content. We ask our readers to report any factual errors, which will be corrected in a subsequent publication. Advertising is subject to publisher’s approval. Publisher is liable only for the cost of the advertiser’s space. Any advertising error must be reported immediately. This publication is not responsible or liable for any problems with any of the advertisements in this publication relating to workmanship, or ad content. Directory Listings are paid advertisements. It is recommended that you call each venue on Calendar of Events to confirm date and times. Missed ads or ads with mistakes will go in subsequent publication.

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 19 Find more entertainment at www.NorthCountySun.com

z Sunday Brunch Directory å Tuscany Live Jazz Sunday Brunch. Bottomless Mimosas. 10am–3pm 6981 El Camino Real, Carlsbad 92009 (760) 438-7800

SBICCA Sunday Brunch. Order off the menu. Ocean view.

215 Fifteenth St, Del Mar 92014 (858) 481-1001

The Crossings at Carlsbad-Canyons Restaurant Ocean view. Buffet-style with carving station and build your own omelets. 10-2pm 5800 The Crossings Drive, Carlsbad 92008 (760) 444-1800

IGNITE Bistro and Wine Spot Sunday Brunch. Order off menu. Bottomless Mimosas $11.

6996 El Camino Real, Carlsbad 92009 (760) 438-7800

Oceanside Broiler Buffet-style Brunch 10am – 2pm 1325 N. Harbor Drive, Oceanside (760) 722-3474

Chart House Order off the menu. Ocean view.

2588 South Coast Hwy 101, Cardiff (760) 436-4044

Luxe Buffet Buffet-style Sushi, Korean BBQ, Seafood 2515 El Camino Real, Carlsbad 92008 (760) 729-3888 Jake’s Del Mar Order off the menu. Champagne $5. Ocean view.

1660 Coast Blvd, Del Mar 92014 (760) 755-2002

Park Hyatt Resort Aviara – California Bistro Breakfast Buffet and Bloody Mary Brunch 11:30-2pm 7100 Aviara Resort Drive, Carlsbad 92011 (760) 448-1234

Casa de Bandini Fiesta Buffet Menu- fresh salsa bar and hot tortillas 1901 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad 92009 (760) 634-3443

India Princess Champagne Sat and Sun Brunch Buffet-style.

Indian Cuisine.

1020 West San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos 92078 (760) 744-7599

Pacifica Del Mar Saturday and Sunday Brunch. Order off the menu.

Ocean view.

1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar 92014 (858) 792-0476

Fairmont Grand Del Mar–Amaya Restaurant Sat and Sun brunch a la carte 5300 Grand Del Mar Court, Del Mar (858) 314-2030

NORTH COUNTY WINERY DIRECTORY Abnormal Wine Company

Solterra Winery and Kitchen 934 N. Coast Hwy 101 in Leucadia (760) 230-2970 www.solterrawinery.com Fifty Barrels Winery 230 Main Street, Vista, CA 92084 (760) 550-9463 www.fiftybarrels.com Carruth Cellars 320 S. Cedros, Solana Beach (858) 847-9463 www.carruthcellars.com Witch Creek Winery 2906 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad 92008 (760) 233-5993 www.witchcreekwinery.com Orfila Vineyards and Winery 13455 San Pasqual Rd., Escondido, CA 92025 (800) 868-9463 www.orfila.com Bernardo Winery 13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte, San Diego 92128 (858) 487-1866 www.bernardowinery.com

16990 Via Tazon #123, San Diego, CA 92127 (858) 618-2463 www.abnormalwine.com BK Cellars 2225 Barham Dr., Suite D, Escondido, CA 92029 (760) 270-9851 www.bkcellars.com Old Coach Vineyards 19050 Old Coach Way, Poway, CA 92064 (760) 432-6840 www.oldcoachvineyards.com Deer Park Winery 29013 Champagne Blvd, Escondido 92026 www.deerparkwine.com Hellanback Ranch & Vineyard 17287 Oak Hollow Road., Ramona, CA (760) 787-9586 www.hellanbackranch.com Chuparosa Vineyards 910 Gem Lane, Ramona, CA 92065 (760) 788-0059 www.chuparosavineyards.com

Keys Creek Winery 27118 N Broadway, Escondido www.keyscreekwinery.com Leoness Cellars 38311 De Portola Rd., Temecula, CA 92592 (951) 302-7601 www.leonesscellars.com Ponte Winery 35053 Rancho California Rd., Temecula, CA 92592 (877) 314-9463 www.pontewinery.com Triple B Ranches 15030 Vesper Rd, Valley Center 92082 www.triplebranches.com Vesper Vineyards 298 Enterprise St., Escondido (760) 749-1300 www.vespervineyards.com

24th Annual San Marcos Chamber

GRAND SPRING FESTIVAL AND STREET FAIRE Sunday, April 10 9 AM to 5 PM On Via Vera Cruz along San Marcos Blvd. and past Grand Ave. to I-78 Free Family Festival Local Live Music International Foods Community Performance Stage Children’s Play Area and Rides

www.SanMarcosChamber.com For Sponsorships Call (760) 744-1270

20 • February–March ’16 • www.NorthCountySun.com WIN TICKETS TO ONE OF THESE 7 SHOWS AT THE HOUSE OF BLUES AND SAN DIEGO CIVIC CENTER

WIN TICKETS TO ONE OF THESE 5 SHOWS AT THE BELLY UP TAVERN

2/14 Dead Man’s Party, 2/22 Lee Ann Womack, 2/27 Nick Carter, 3/4 The Mother Hips, 3/29 Rita Wilson Visit www.NorthCountySun.com and fill in the registration form. Winners will be randomly selected and notified by email and phone. Only (1) entry is allowed per person/email.

Select your top three shows. We cannot guarantee your selections. Promoters are not liable in the event of cancellation or changes. Must be 21 or older to enter. Some restrictions apply.

BELLY UP TAVERN Shows Belly Up is located at 143 S. Cedros Ave, Solana Beach 92075.

For more information call (858) 481-8140 or visit www.bellyup.com.

2/2

Steel Pulse, 8pm

2/4

Jake Loban with Morgan Leigh, Alex Woodard, and Rod Melancon, 8pm

2/5

Clay Colton Band Happy Hour, 5:30pm

2/5

The English Beat–Friday Show with Third Project, 9pm

2/6

The English Beat–Saturday Show with Warsaw, 9pm

2/10

An Evening With Ottmar Liebert & Luna Negra–Seated Show, 8pm

2/11

Glenn Phillips from Toad the Wet Sprocket with Sean Watkins, 8pm

2/12

Atomic Grove Happy Hour, 5:30pm

2/12

Thee Oh Sees with POW!, 9pm

2/13

House of Blues Shows

House of Blues is located at 1055 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101. For more information call (619) 299BLUE (2583) or visit www.houseofblues.com.

2/2

Bullet for My Valentine with Asking Alexandria plus special guests, 6:30pm

2/4

Jack & Jackat, 5:30pm

ALO with Baskery, 9pm

2/5

Haunted House of Mardi Gras, 7pm

2/13

Lettuce at Observatory North Park with ProbCause, 9pm

2/6

Wild Child–Doors Tribute, 7pm

2/14

Dead Man’s Party Valentine’s Day Ball, 9pm

2/14

Beats Antique at Observatory North Park, 9pm

2/10

Jess Glynne with Conrad Sewell, 7pm

2/17

Joe Purdy, 8pm

2/11

Hoodie Allen: Happy Camper Tour With Superduperkyle & Blackbear, 7pm

2/18

Random Rab–Serenity Gathering Presents with 9 Theory, 9pm

2/13

Three Headed Monstour Feat. Hawthorne Heights, Mest, The Ataris, 6pm

2/19

Atomic Grove Happy Hour, 5:30pm

2/14

Kirk Franklin Presents Gospel Brunch, 11am

2/19

DSB–An American Journey and MIRAGE–Visions Of Fleetwood Mac, 9pm

2/20

Steve Poltz’ 7th Annual 50th Birthday Party, 8pm

2/14

P.O.D., 10 Years, Dead Letter Circus, 7pm

2/22

Lee Ann Womack, 8pm

2/18

Cradle of Filth: Inquisitional Tourture 2016, 6pm

2/23

Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors with Jamie N Commons, 8pm

2/19

At the Gates with Decapitated and The Haunted, 7pm

2/24

Lake Street Dive at Observatory North Park with The Suffers, 8pm

2/25

Ani DiFranco with Rupa & the April Fishes, 8pm, SOLD OUT

2/21

House Of Blues & Eventvibe Present Keys N Krates: Midnite Mass, 8pm

2/26

Atomic Grove Happy Hour, 5:30pm

2/23

R. CITY, 7pm

2/26

The Infamous Stringdusters: The Ladies & Gentlemen Tour Plus with guests, 9pm

2/25

Metric, 7pm

2/27

Nick Carter, 9:30pm

2/26

Kip Moore, 7pm

2/29

Coeur de Pirate, 9pm

3/2

Black Tiger Sex Machine with Apashe and Dabin, 9pm

2/29

Monster Energy Outbreak Tour Presents: Fetty Wap–Welcome To The Zoo, 7pm

3/3

Galactic–Into The Deep Tour 2016 with The Record Company, 8pm

3/2

Mutemath, 7pm

3/4

Atomic Grove Happy Hour, 5:30pm

3/3

Penny & Sparrow–Let a Lover Drown Your Tour, 7pm

3/5

Tainted Love, 8pm

3/7-8

John Hiatt – M0nday/Tuesday Show 8pm

3/4

Chippendales: The 2016 Break The Rules Tour, 8pm

3/11

Abbey Road’s Beatles vs. Stones, 9pm

3/5

Ones to Watch Presents Papadosio: Extras in a Movie Tour Act II, 7pm

3/13

Anderson East with Dylan Leblanc, 8pm

3/8

Breaking Benjamin, Starset, 7:30pm

3/15

The Revivalists, 8pm

3/18

Atomic Grove Happy Hour, 5:30pm

3/9

Skizzy Mars with P-LO, 7pm

3/10

The Noise Presents Cannibal Corpse, 5:30pm

3/18-19 Super Diamond–Saturday Show, 9pm 3/20

Madeleine Peyroux Trio, 8pm

3/11

Gary Clark Jr. – The Story of Sonny Boy Slim Tour, 7pm

3/21

Makana & Paula Fuga Soul. Slack. Hawai’i, 8pm

3/12

Casbah Presents: Dreamers, 7pm

3/24

Daughter, 9pm

3/25

The Funk Junkies Happy Hour, 5:30pm

3/20

Rock 105.3 Kioz Presents Disturbed, 7pm

3/26

Yonder Mountain String Band with Polecat, 8pm

3/21

Finish Ticket & Vinyl Theatre Presented by Ones to Watch, 6:30pm

3/27

An Evening with They Might Be Giants , 8pm

3/23

Wolfmother, 7pm

3/29

Rita Wilson, 8pm

3/30

Anders Osborne with Sister Sparrow & the Dirty Birds, 8pm

3/26

Brian Fallon & The Crowes, 7pm

4/2

White Denim with Sam Cohen, 9pm

3/27

Kirk Franklin Presents Gospel Brunch, 10am

Tuscany Restaurant & Encore Showroom Concerts, Comedy, Events, Live Jazz Sunday Brunch PRESENT THIS COUPON AT TUSCANY AND RECEIVE 15% OFF REGULAR MENU ITEMS

(Holidays excluded) AND 20% OFF CONCERT TICKETS. Valentine’s Day & Easter Sunday: Live Music throughout the entire restaurant: main dining area and private dining room.

LIVE JAZZ BRUNCH–Every Sunday, 10:30am-2:30pm San Diego’s finest Jazz Musicians perform at North County’s only Italian Brunch every Sunday. (The JazzTones, Althea Elaine Smith, Mark Shapiro, Johnny G, Danny DiCarlo) TUSCANY ENCORE COMEDY SERIES Comedy every last Saturday of the month. North County’s premier comedy club. 2-hour shows feature nationally touring/network TV comedians from HBO,

Showtime, Comedy Central. Hosted by Lamont Ferguson: Twice named San Diego Comic of the Year. He has opened for George Carlin, Steve Harvey and George Lopez.

2/27: Paul Ogota 3/26: Quinn Dale TUSCANY ENCORE CONCERT SERIES. Every Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun. 2/4 & Every Thursday: Pro Jam hosted by the incomparable Nathan Brown (Coco Montoya Band), showcasing a national recording artist each week.

2/6 & 3/5: Peter Marin’s Great American Songbook Supper Club.

2/19: Memphis Blues Great John Nemeth with Backwater Blues Band.

2/20: Rosemary Watson.

3/6: Americana Music Review–A Multi-Media Historical Music Journey from the 1920s–Today.

3/11 &12: Detroit’s Singer/Songwriter of the Year: John D. Lamb.

3/13: Jazz & R’nB recording artist Althea Elaine Smith.

3/20: Mardi Gras Review featuring Neville Brothers original bassist: Daryl Johnson.

Live Entertainment from all music genres featured nightly in the Tuscany Piano Bar/Lounge. Begins during Happy Hour and continues into late night. Featured Artists include: Clay Colton Duo, Bonneville Band, Rick Randle (Striker), Barry Cohen, Micky Maga, Steve Orr and many other established entertainers. Enjoy great music and delicious food from a Late Night Menu.

TUSCANY HOUSE BAND performs every Fri and Sat during Late Night Happy Hour at 10pm, featuring Daryl Johnson (The Neville Brothers), Miguel Armenta (Sammy Hagar’s Cobo Wabo Band), Jeff Moore (Chuck Berry) and TV/music & concert producer Danny DiCarlo.

CONCERT & COMEDY SHOW Tickets $15-25 in advance, $20-30 day of. TUSCANY and TUSCANY ENCORE SHOWROOM 6981 El Camino Real #103, Carlsbad. Call (760) 929-8111or visit www.tuscanylacosta.com.

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 21 Find more entertainment at www.NorthCountySun.com

Observatory North Park 2/10 Tyga, 7pm 2/11 Tiger Army, 7pm 2/12 STRFKR / Com Truise, 8pm 2/13 Lettuce with ProbCause, 8pm 2/14 Beats Antique, 9pm 2/15 Tribute to the Reggae Legends Festival 2016 featuring Mykal Rose, King Yellowman, Ken Boothe, 1pm 2/16-17 The Growlers with Jonathan Richman, 8pm 2/19 Bag Raiders with Plastic Plates, 8pm 2/20 Dr. Dog, 8pm 2/24 Lake Street Dive with The Suffers, 8pm 2/26 Anti-Flag and Leftover Crack with War On Women, The Homeless Gospel Choir & Blackbird Raum, 7pm 3/4 Summer is Forever II : Best Coast / Wavves with Cherry Glazerr, 8pm 3/8 St. Lucia with Grace Mitchell, 8:30pm 3/10 Stick Figure : Set in Stone Tour with Fortunate Youth & Ragin Fyah, 8pm 3/15-16 The String Cheese Incident, 8pm 3/24 Glassjaw, 8pm 3/26 The Decibel Magazine Tour 2016 featuring Abbath, High On Fire, Skeletonwitch & Tribulation, 7:25pm Observatory North Park is located at 2891 University Ave, San Diego 92104. For more information visit www. observatorysd.com.

San Diego Symphony 2/6 A City Lights Concert: Ben Folds, Classical Piano and Vocals 2/9 International Passport: Cinderella (Moscow Festival Ballet) 2/10 International Passport: Giselle (Moscow Festival Ballet) 2/11 International Passport: Romeo and Juliet (Moscow Festival Ballet) 2/19 Jazz @ The Jacobs Concert: Dianne Reeves 2/20 A Family Festival Concert: Symphology: The Science Of Sound 2/20 A Classical Special Concert: Music in Mind: Beethoven’s Sensual Pastorale 2/26-28 A Jacobs Masterworks Concert: Symphonie Fantastique 3/4 A City Lights Concert: One Singular Sensation: A Tribute to Marvin Hamlisch 3/5 A Jacobs Music Center Rental Event: San Diego Opera Presents: Ferruccio Furlanetto 3/12 International Passport: Tao (Taiko Drummers Of Japan): Seventeen Samurai 3/15 Chamber Music Series: the Auditorium at TSRI: Yolanda Kondonassis, Harp 3/18-20 A Jacobs Masterworks Concert: Music in Motion: Dance and the Firebird 3/20 International Passport: Igudesman & Joo 3/23 A Jacobs Music Center Rental Event: LJMS Presents Montreal Symphony Orchestra 3/24 A City Lights Special Concert: Vince Gill Live in Concert 3/26 International Passport: globalFEST On the Road: Creole Carnival 4/1-3 A Jacobs Masterworks Concert: Midori Plays Tchaikovsky (Violin) Copley Symphony Hall is located at 750 B Street, San Diego, 92101. For information visit www.sandiego symphony.org.

Northern Spirits is North County’s Premier Jazz Supper Club Serving Hot Jazz and Spicy Thai Cuisine Jazz aficionados and Thai foodies rejoice! Northern Spirits and Nattiya’s have combined forces to bring hot spicy jazz to North County.

Relax in a beautifully decorated and colorful piano lounge and enjoy some great live jazz while sipping a cocktail or consuming a succulent shrimp Thai entrée. It’s truly the epitome of east meets west. Jazz happens 7:30-10:30 Thursday through Saturday. Enjoy late night music Fridays and Saturdays from 10:30 to 1AM. Happy Hour is everyday from 3-6 with half-off appetizers and drink specials at the bar. Music lineup is subject to change.

Northern Spirits is attached to Nattiya’s Thai Restaurant and located at 727 W. San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos 92078.

Call (760) 736-9999 or visit www.mynorthernspirits.com.

Clip their FREE ENTRÉE, or $5 OFF or $10 OFF coupons from their ad or from our Coupon Pages or download from www.NorthCountySun.com/coupons.

Mr. Peabody’s Entertainment Valley View Casino Mondays 8pm-Midnight–Open Mic with Jay Cain Center Tuesdays 8pm-Midnight– Karaoke with Daniel Grunnan Wednesdays ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR–Comedy Select Wednesdays 7:30pm-9pm Thursdays 8:30pm-Midnight–Live Local Reggae Friday & Saturday 8:30-Midnigh t- Live Bands Saturday 3:30-7pm–Blues & Jazz Sunday 6pm-10pm–Jazz Jam with Tony Ortega Feb 12 Robert Steffen – Pop rock alternative Feb 14 Jazz Jam with Tony Ortega Feb 20 Grim Slippers Rock funk edm Feb 27 Celeste Barbier Jazz blues rockabille Mar 4 SantanaWays Latin rock Santana tribute March 12 Coyote Blues Redemption Mr. Peabody’s is located at 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 753-7192 or visit www.peabodysrocks. com.

Feb 13 Valentine’s Super Love Feb 19 Harlem Globetrotters Mar 29 Justin Bieber May 27 The Who July 6 Selena Gomez The Valley View Casino Center is located at 3500 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110. For more information or tickets visit ticketmaster.com or www.valleyviewcasinocenter.com.

The Who

Justin Bieber

California Center For the Arts, Escondido Richard Elliot with Rick Braun and Peter White February 6 Enjoy a live performance by worldrenowned jazz artist, Richard Elliot, with special guests Rick Braun and Peter White. This event will feature a live auction and VIP after party with Richard Elliot and the two guest artists.

Jesse Cook February 8 Award winning flamenco guitarist, Jesse Cook, returns to the Center! With a sonically diverse and distinctive repertoire, Cook’s masterful work commands the stage with its elegant balance of subtlety, in-the-moment honesty and blazing technical prowess.

The Chieftains February 25 This traditional Irish band is led by Paddy Moloney, master of the pipes and tin whistle, and is backed by Matt Molloy on flute, and Kevin Conneff on bodhran drum.

José González with Ymusic March 15 José González’s crystal-clear voice, emotional melodies, and masterfully eloquent classical guitar will be reframed by new chamber orchestra arrangements in a collaboration with yMusic. This Gen Y ensemble will be opening and backing Gonzalez’s powerful performance for an unforgettable collision of art rock, contemporary classic, and indie pop-folk.

Patty Griffin, Sara Watkins, and Anaïs Mitchell: Together On Stage April 1 Patty Griffin joins forces with Sara Watkins and Anaïs Mitchell in a celebration of American songwriting. More than just a three-act show, this special “singers-in-the-round” style show features all three artists on stage together, sharing songs and accompanying each other for the entire evening.

California Center for the Arts, Escondido is located at 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido 92025. For more information and complete schedule, call (800) 988-4253 or visit www. artcenter.org.

ANJUNABEATS Tour Lands in San Diego March 3

Aztec Brewery Feb. 5: The Lowland Drifters–(Rock) Feb. 6: Kimmi Bitter and The Younger Brothers–(Rock, Blues, Soul) Feb 12: Lindy Crandall & Friends–(Progressive Pop, Jazz, Singer/Songwriter) Feb 13: Jay Cain & Friends–(Classic/Hard Rock) Feb 20: The Star Bandits–(Folk, Bluegrass) Feb 27: Casey Hensley–(Blues, Rock, Soul) Mar 12: Milk Money–(Classic Rock) Mar 19: Casey Hensley–(Blues, Rock, Soul) Mar 26: Clint Davis (G Burns Jug Band) and Tim McNalley (Second Cousins)–(Folk, Singer/Songwriter) Aztec Brewery is located at 2330 La Mirada Drive, #300, Vista 92081. For more information call (800) 706-6324 or visit www.aztecbrewery.com.

2/5 Dave Scott & The New Jazz Groove 2/6 The Reka Parker Quartet 2/12 The Gunnar Biggs Trio 2/13 Whitney Shay 2/19 Dave Scott & The New Jazz Groove 2/20 The Ron Eschtete’ Trio 2/26 The Robert Dove Quartet 2/27 The Peter Marin Quartet

Pictured top L-R: Andrew Bayer, ilan Bluestone; bottom L-R: Grum, Jason Ross. Photo courtesy of Anjuabeats Records

Considered as “One of the hottest labels in electronic music” by Hype Machine, ANJUNABEATS has developed one of the strongest and most dedicated fan bases in dance music.

As anticipation grows for their 2016 North American Tour—the largest tour in its storied 15-year history, ANJUNABEATS has revealed additional dates for the upcoming trek that will cross the United States and Canada featuring the brightest talents from the label.

The party stops locally in San Diego on Thursday, March 3, at Omnia Nightclub featuring Andrew Bayer, Ilan Bluestone, Grum, and Jason Ross. Tickets are on sale now via: http:// www.anjunabeats.com/NAtour2016/

Oceanside Valentine’s Week February 5 – 15 Oceanside, San Diego’s North Shore, will show its citywide love during the inaugural Oceanside Valentine’s Week (OVW) celebration from Feb. 5-15. Businesses, attractions, and community members throughout the coastal community have come together to offer 10 days of exciting Valentine-themed activities and promotions that include events, exhibits, performances, tours, movies, special menus, hotel packages and more. Designed to appeal to all types of visitors from couples to families

and friends, OVW will showcase the best of the Oceanside beach community. Among the highlights are a Valentine’s Run and Bike ride, cozy family movie night at the beach amphitheater on Sat, Feb 15, sunset and champagne whale watch cruises, Sweetheart Sunset Market and first annual Hearts and Rods Classic Car Cruise Night, Wed, Feb 10.

Costs vary by each event . Visit www.Oceanside ValentinesWeek.org

22 • February–March ’16 • www.NorthCountySun.com Find more entertainment at www.NorthCountySun.com

Cashbah Feb 02 LOS KUNG FU MONKEYS, AUTHENTIC SELLOUT,THE BASSICS Feb 03 HANNI EL KHATIB, SHADY FRANCOS, THE KABBS Feb 05 GENERATIONALS, ROSE QUARTZ Feb 06 EARTHLESS, ARCTIC, LOOM, OPERATION MINDBLOW LIGHT SHOW Feb 07 VINYL JUNKIES RECORD SWAP Feb 07 MUSTARD PLUG, THE TOASTERS, OCEANSIDE SOUND SYSTEM Feb 08 BOTANICA CHANGO, HAIL HAIL, LE CHATEAU Feb 09 RETOX, WHORES, GHETTO BLASTER, THE LONG AND SHORT OF IT Feb 11 BARBARIAN, FEVER THE GHOST, IDYLL WILD, MYSTERY CAVE Record Release Party!

Feb 12 THE STONE FOXES, SHAKE BEFORE US, COO COO BIRDS Feb 15 THE MIDNIGHT PINE, RIO PELIGROSO, LISTENING TO ROCKS Roger and Sara’s Wedding Anniversary Party!

Feb 16 EDDIE SPAGHETTI, O, GRAMPA DREW Eddie Spaghetti is singer/bassist for Supersuckers.

Feb 17 THE YOUNG WILD, RUSTY MAPLES, WARS

Feb 18 SCOTT H. BIRAM, JESSE DAYTON, YPSITUCKY Feb 22 BODY LANGUAGE, SEGO Feb 23 HIP HOP BEAT BATTLE, DJ ARTISTIC San Diego’s Monthly Hip Hop Beat Battle!

ONE I RED, THE MAJOR MINUS, CULT VEGAS, PLASTIC DEER Another Zeke Production!

Feb 25 THAT 1 GUY, MARK AKA BIG TOE Feb 26 METALACHI, MADLY Feb 27 THE CHURCH Feb 28 BASIA BULAT, THE WEATHER STATION Mar 02 LIZA ANNE, THE SAINT JOHNS, YOUTH Mar 03 AGENT ORANGE, SCULPINS, COCHINAS LOCAS Fri Mar DENGUE FEVER Mar 1 ELECTRIC SIX, PARLOUR TRICKS Mar 16 JUNIOR BOYS, JESSY LANZA, BORYS Mar 18 PINS Mar 21 FRENCH HORN REBELLION, MYSTERY SKULLS Mar 26 ROB CROW’S GLOOMY PLACE Mar 27 MATTHEW LOGAN VASQUEZ (DELTA SPIRIT), REVEREND BARON, DUSTIN LOVELIS CASBAH located at 2501 Kettner Blvd, San Diego 92101 For more visit www.casbahmusic.com.

San Diego Opera 2/13, 19, 16, 21 Tosca by Giacomo Puccini 3/5 Ferruccio Furlanetto in Concert at Copley Symphony Hall 4/16, 19, 22, 24 Madama Butterfly by Giacomo Puccini San Diego Civic Theatre is located at 1100 3rd Ave, San Diego 9210. For more information visit www.sdopera.com.

LEGOLAND® California Resort The LEGO® Movie 4D Premieres February 6 “The LEGO®Movie 4D A New Adventure” premieres at LEGOLAND® on February 6.

Emmet, Wyldstyle, Unikitty, Benny and MetalBeard go on a new adventure after they receive a mysterious invitation leading them to a new theme park where all of the rides are based on the

characters’ adventures in “The LEGO Movie.” But not all is as it seems as the heroes are once again thrust into the middle of an evil secret plot, only this time, it will be up to the audience to use their Master Builder skills to help save them!

LEGOLAND® is located at One Legoland Drive, Carlsbad Drive, Carlsbad 92008. For information call (760) 918LEGO (5346) or visit www.LEGOLAND.com.

Carlsbad Flower Fields With over 50 acres of extraordinary beauty, The Carlsbad Flower Fields offers 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.

Every year The Carlsbad Flower Fields transforms into a dazzling array of colors overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

The Flower Fields offers a nice family experience, hosting a variety of activities and events. Attendees can enjoy a ride on an open-air wagon being pulled by an antique tractor, visit the Cymbidium Orchid Greenhouse, or immerse yourself in the fragrant Sweet Pea Maze.

Big changes are in the works for the Carlsbad Flower Fields. Plans include growing nuts, herbs, hops, and grapes, and will include a restaurant and a brewery.

The Carlsbad Flower Fields are located at 5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad.

For more information about tickets and special days call (760) 431-0352 or visit www.theflowerfields.

Senior Expo in Encinitas February 20 The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the City of Encinitas Parks and Recreation Department will host their 1st Annual Senior Expo entitled “Embracing Retirement, Before and After 65” on Saturday, February 20, from 10am – 2pm at the Encinitas Community Center. The Presenting Sponsor for the event is Belmont Village Senior Living in Cardiff.

This free event focuses on people that will be retiring soon and those that have already retired, along with information for adults of aging individuals that are looking for

options for their parents. There will be expert speakers on subjects such as Red Flag Warnings, Aging in Place Ideas, Financial Planning, and Elder Abuse. There will also be senior yoga workshops, and cooking demonstrations.

Healthy snacks will be available thanks to Scripps Health Encinitas. There will also be opportunity drawings throughout the day and a commemorative bag for the first 500 attending the expo.

Encinitas Community Center is located at 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive, Encinitas. For more information call (760) 7536041 or visit www.encinitaschamber.com.

MiraCosta College Music Events February 28 A Concert for Peace in Our World California Center for the Arts, Escondido MiraCosta College Masterworks Chorale joins Escondido Choral Arts in a performance of Haydn’s powerful Mass in the Time of War. Dr. Joe Stanford, conductor March 19 – 20 A Night in the Gardens of Spain MiraCosta College, Concert Hall, Bldg. 2400 The MiraCosta College Symphony Orchestra will present music that was inspired by and originated in Spain with special guest guitarist Eric Allen Foster joining in for Joaquin Rodrigo’s Concierto De Aranjuez. The concert will also include España, a wonderful tone poem by Emmanuel Chabrier and scenes from Ballet Sorolla, written in 2013 by Spanish composer Juan Colomer for the Ballet Nacional de España.

March 30 Blues and the Abstract Truth MiraCosta College, Music Bldg. 2200, Studio A Oliver Nelson’s 1961 Blue and the Abstract Truth is considered a masterpiece in the canon of jazz history.

The MiraCosta Jazz Collective will perform the complete recording, while Professor Steve Torok presents an accompanying lecture highlighting the songs and style of the great composer, arranger, and saxophonist Oliver Nelson.

MiraCosta College is located at 1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside. For more information call (760) 795-6815 or visit www.miracosta.edu/events.

San Diego Botanic Garden Sculpture in the Garden Through April 30 This unique exhibition showcases sculptures from 27 talented artists— including renowned local artist James Hubbell—set against the beautiful backdrop of the San Diego Botanic Garden. Take a self-guided tour with the Garden’s Sculpture Map. These beautiful pieces of art are available for purchase to display in your own garden.

5K Paw Walk in the Garden 2016 February 20 The San Diego Botanic Garden is teaming up with the Rancho Coastal Humane Society for their annual “5K Paw Walk in the Garden” on February 20 from 9am-1pm. Both organizations will be benefiting from this event. Participants will follow a 5K walk through the 37-acre garden with their dog(s) in tow. The route winds through spectacular garden areas including California Native Plants, Australia, the Canary Islands, Hawaii, bamboo, tropical fruit, and palm canyon.

Spring Planting Jubilee & Tomato Sale 2016 March 19 – 20 It’s March planting madness at the San Diego Botanic Garden’s Spring Planting Jubilee & Tomato Sale March 19-20. Plant lovers can see a wide variety of herbs, spring plants, bromeliads, garden art and implements, and purchase a wide variety of tomatoes, vegetables, seeds, cut flowers and annuals. Garden experts will be on hand to answer questions and provide helpful advice. Don’t miss some delicious food, musical entertainment, educational workshops and the KidZone with special educational displays, crafts and activities as well as a petting zoo and pony rides.

Sprin g Party with Bunny in Seeds of Wonder March 26 Children ages 2-6 are invited to visit the gentle bunny, pet real bunnies and chicks, and make some colorful spring crafts. The San Dieguito Garden Club will help children arrange beautiful fresh flower arrangements to take home.

Children will also parade through the garden and go on a bunny hunt. Limited to 50 children per party, pre-registration required.

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

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 23 Find more entertainment at www.NorthCountySun.com

24th Annual San Marcos Grand Spring Festival and Street Faire April 10, Sunday, 9am – 5pm The San Marcos Chamber of Commerce along with Kennedy and Associates would like to invite everyone to come out to the 24th Annual San Marcos Grand Spring Festival & Street Faire. This event historically leads the North County San Diego festival season with an April kick-off. As the first faire of the spring season each year for the past 24 years, it’s a great family outing and a favorite day of fun for all ages.

The Spring Festival is expected to play host to up to 20,000 guests, with over 200 vendors; carnival rides; a showcase of local talent performing on the San Marcos community stage; international food vendors; a craft beer garden; and a stage with live performances by some of San Diego’s finest local musicians, all along Via Vera Cruz in San Marcos. This is a family friendly event, with a great children’s play area and rides. And, what’s a faire without

favorites such as kettle corn, popcorn, cotton candy, taffy, funnel cakes and lemonade! There’s face painting, lots of hand made jewelry, arts and crafts, clothing, t-shirts, art, gardening, photography, and much more! If you are a kid and want to perform on the community stage, please contact the Chamber at the number below.

This event is free to the public. The Grand Spring Festival and Street Faire takes place along Via Vera Cruz between Grand Ave and San Marcos Blvd in San Marcos. For more information about sponsorships or vendor booths please call the San Marcos Chamber at (760) 744-1270 or visit www.SanMarcosChamber.com. Interested festival vendors may also apply at www.kennedyfaires.com email keller@kennedyfaires.com or call (760) 945-3758. Booths are now available to vendors on a first-come basis.

36th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Irish Festival

Taste of Bressi Ranch

March 12

March 19, 2-6pm

Join the Irish Congress of Southern California as they host the 36th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival in Balboa Park on March 12. You won’t want to miss this annual tradition celebrating the spirit of ancient Ireland.

The parade begins at 10:30am at 5th and Laurel Street in San Diego. Be a part of the thousands of marchers and spectators who gather to celebrate. Parade entries inclu-

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad, along with George and Meryl Young, presents the 5th Annual Taste of Bressi.

Prepare for an afternoon filled with craft beers, premium wines, food, live music, and more. Local vendors will be providing tastings of signature dishes and beverages, while guests soak up the sounds of great tunes. Serving some of San Diego’s finest ales and lagers will be Stone Brewing, Pizza Port, Ballast Point, Oskar Blues, Green Flash, Saint Archer, and many others.

This is not just for beer aficionados. If you enjoy wine and great food, you will not want to miss this event.

Featured wines will include many local wine makers, along with Rombauer, Cakebread, and Orin Swift. The participating food vendors include Gregorio’s, Luna Grill, Flippin Pizza, and BJ’s. The growing list of additional restaurants, breweries, and wineries can be found on their website. The $48 Taste of Bressi Clubhouse Pass provides access to all restaurant nibbles and your choice of any 8 beer or wine tastings. In between eating and drinking, explore the Clubhouse, play some games, and listen to some great local bands.

The event takes place at the Boys & Girls Club Bressi Ranch Clubhouse and is exclusively for those 21+ years old.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad is located at 2730 Bressi Ranch Way, Carlsbad, 92009. Visit www.bgccarlsbad.org.

de marching bands, floats, police and fire units, clowns, equestrian entries, Scout troops, bagpipe contingents, dance groups, drill teams, roller skaters, antique cars, the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, representatives from Ireland, and the reigning Miss Colleen pageant winner and Smiling Irishman contest winner.

Following the parade head over to the Irish Festival in Balboa Park for more fun, live entertainment, folk singers, Irish bands, Irish food and craft booths and wine and beer gardens. There’s also an authentic Celtic Village and a Kids Zone with rides.

For more information visit www.stpatsparade.org.

La Jolla Concours d’Elegance Celebrating French Curves April 8 – 10 The 12th Annual La Jolla Concours d’Elegance is one of the most elegant car shows in Southern California. It’s a grand 3-day celebration of incredible motoring events happening from April 8 to April 10, at La Jolla Cove. This year’s theme is Celebrating French Curves and will feature vintage and classic French autos. Named as one of the top three most anticipated car shows of the year by the prestigious British automotive magazine, Octane, La Jolla Concours d’Elegance has become a must-have “Save The Date” for automobile aficionados internationally.

With the beautiful La Jolla Cove as a backdrop, enjoy this elite automotive event with some of the world’s most exquisite automobile displays, showcasing Coachbuilt Classics of the 30’s and 40’s.

Also featured are vintage and antique horseless carriages, steam and electric hybrids, American and European classics, Rolls Royce, Bentley, Ferrari, Woodies and Campers, foreign and American sports automobiles and many more.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Contemporary Classic Cocktail Party is on April 8 from 7-10pm, and will be displaying extraordinary Rolls-Royce automobiles. Also enjoy great entertainment, food, cocktails, wines and champagnes. Be sure to purchase your tickets early as limited tickets are available and this event sold out last year.

La Jolla Cove is located at Ellen Browning Scripps Park, 1133 Coast Blvd., La Jolla. For information call (619) 233-5008 or visit www. lajollaconcours.com.

Elements Massage is a Great Valentine’s Gift!

If you are wondering what to get your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day, you really can’t miss by giving an Elements Massage Gift Card. Elements licensed massage therapists truly know how to give the most superior therapeutic massage experiences anywhere.

Elements massage therapists will give you a personalized therapeutic massage that’s just right for you, so you will get relief from daily stress, stiff or sore muscles, aches and pains. You will end up feeling completely relaxed, refreshed, and rejuvenated.

Last year, Elements provided a half million massages nationwide. They are currently running a special introductory offer for a 1/hour massage session for $59. This comes with a guarantee that if you aren’t completely satisfied, the second time is free.

The South Carlsbad Elements is located at 3247 Camino de Los Coches, Suite 110, Carlsbad 92009. Please call (760) 585-9101 or visit www.elementsmassage.com/ south-carlsbad.

34th Annual San Diego Chinese New Year Food and Cultural Fair February 13 – 14, 10am – 5pm San Diego Chinese New Year Food and Cultural Fair Celebrates its 34th Year with a Year of the Monkey Celebration February 13-14 in the Asian Pacific Thematic Historic District (Third Avenue and J Street). This FREE 2-day event, sponsored by over 50 organizations, is an annual cultural outreach program as well as a fund-raising event to benefit the year-round cultural programs and charitable services provided to the community by the San Diego Chinese Center (SDCC).

The celebration will include lion and dragon dances, continuous live performances on stage with martial arts demonstrations, acrobats, traditional Chinese music performances, folk dances, and taiko drumming. Visitors can sample over 50 food and commercial booths. Children can make lanterns and masks in the Children Craft Area, and march in the Lantern Parade each day.

Asian Pacific Thematic Historic District is located at Third Avenue and J Street, San Diego. For more information visit www.sdcny.org.

24 • February–March ’16 • www.NorthCountySun.com Find more entertainment at www.NorthCountySun.com

San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering March 5 – 13 San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering gears up for the 8th Annual EXPO Day on March 5, at Petco Park, and Festival Week from March 6-13 at various locations throughout San Diego County. Join more than 55,000 San Diegans for a week of fun and innovative STEM activities.

EXPO Day and Festival Week features interactive demonstrations, hands-on activities and dynamic speakers to engage kids and families in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. Festival organizers are also expanding their event schedule to appeal to adults ages 21 and up.

February 28

A program of the Biocom Institute, the San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering aims to encourage and engage kids in STEM, and to inspire them to become tomorrow’s innovators. This festival helps increase the region’s reputation of being a leader in the science industry. The goal is to show how science and engineering opportunities are in our own backyard.

For more information call (858) 455-0300 ext. 104 or visit www.lovestemsd.org.

6th Annual Randy Jones Run/Walk for Independence February 6 Home of Guiding Hands (HGH), an organization committed to providing marked community support, critical housing, and life skills training for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in San Diego County will hold its 6th Annual Randy Jones Run/Walk for Independence (2K/8K) on February 6 at De Anza Cove in Mission Bay Park.

The event encourages and ensures that those with developmental and intellectual disabilities are able to live a life of dignity, purpose, and are not limited by what they cannot do, but enriched by what they can do. All proceeds from the event go directly

to HGH to help make this possible. HGH aims to raise $40,000 to benefit more than 1,500 individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in San Diego and Imperial Counties.

The event’s namesake Randy Jones, former Padres team member, was recently named HGH’s Community Partner of the Year.

Thanks to Jones, the Run/Walk for Independence has raised more than $125,000 for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

For more information call (619) 9382854 or visit http://HGH.kintera.org/ Run/Walk.

San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy

Valentine’s Day at Volcan Mt. Hike and Wine-tasting February 13 Grab your loved ones and join the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy, in partnership with Volcan Mountain Foundation, for a moderate/strenuous 8-mile round-trip Volcan Mountain Valentine’s Day Hike on February 13 from 8:30am-2pm. Take in the scenic views of the Anza Borrego Desert to the East, downtown San Diego to the south and the San Dieguito River Park to the west from the summit at Volcan Mountain. Free—Donations welcome.

Furry Friends Hike at Ramona Grasslands March 12 Bring your dog(s) and join other animal lovers and the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy for an easy and family-friendly Furry Friends Hike at the Ramona Grasslands Preserve (approximately 4 miles) on March 12 at 8:30am. Participants are encouraged to bring dog and cat food or treats to donate to the Helen Woodward Animal Center. Free—Donations welcome.

Wax & Wine at the Knorr Candle Factory March 20 As part of San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy’s 30th anniversary celebration, the Conservancy is hosting a Wax & Wine event at the Knorr Candle Factory on March 20 from 1-5pm.

Savor wine made in the San Dieguito River watershed as you stroll through Knorr’s lush gardens and patios or join David, one of Knorr’s artisan candle makers, as he shows you how to make our own beeswax candles. Tickets to this event are $50.00.

Exec Trek the Bernardo Mountain March 26 Join Executive Director of the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy, Trish Boaz, for a moderate/strenuous 8-mile round-trip hike across the David Kreitzer Pedestrian Bicycle Bridge, along Lake Hodges and to the summit of Bernardo Mountain and back. Free—Donations welcome.

San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy is located at 3030 Bunker Hill St #309, San Diego 92109. For more information visit www.sdrvc.org.

Seaport Village 8th Annual Busker Festival March 5 – 6 The Spring Busker Festival, a street performer extravaganza, is coming to Seaport Village March 5 and 6 from 12-6pm.

This is the only Busker Festival in Southern California, so you don’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind entertainment.

San Diego’s Seaport Village hosts some of the nation’s top performers and their bizarre talents from sword swallowing to knife throwing to pogo stick tricks and juggling on unicycles.

On March 5 the performances will run late into the night at Buskers After Dark, entertaining guests 18 and older with unedited amusement including fire jugglers,

13th Annual Coeur de Cuisine in Escondido

comedians, acrobats, beverages, and a DJ spinning beats from 7-10pm.

Seaport Village is located at 849 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101. For more information visit www. seaportvillage.com.

The 13th Annual Coeur de Cuisine, scheduled for February 28, is an evening “Gourmet Gala” featuring cuisine and wine pairings from leading restaurants and wineries throughout North San Diego and the San Diego. This year the event will be held at the Main Ballroom at California Center for the Arts, Escondido.

This annual fundraising black tie event, presented by The Escondido Rotary Club & Foundation, has become a social highlight for guests, Rotarians, business, professional and governmental leaders. Proceeds from the evening will benefit charities supported by the Escondido Rotary Foundation. Net proceeds of nearly $100,000 will help fund scholarships and local philanthropic programs.

California Center for the Arts, Escondido is located at 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido 92025. For more information visit www.coeurdecuisine.com.

Cardiff Kook Run Kicks Off Super Bowl Sunday February 7 The 5th annual Cardiff Kook Run (10K and 5K Costume Contest), a SoCal Super Bowl Sunday tradition will be on February 7. The certified course starts under the world famous “Encinitas” sign on the historic Coast Hwy 101 in beautiful Encinitas and runs along the coast.

Runners are expected to break the course record in both men’s and women’s divisions.

Prize money of $8,200 will be split among the top six finishers in each division. There are also costume contest awards. Proceeds for this event are donated to selected charities each year and continuing the effort of preserving and enhancing the “Cardiff Kook” plaza in beautiful Cardiff-by-the-Sea. For more information visit www.cardiffkookrun.com.

Oceanside Valentine Bike Ride February 14, 12:30pm – 4pm Celebrate Valentine’s Day riding your bike with the ones you love! The Oceanside Valentine Ride has three routes to choose from, including a 5, 14 and 25-mile ride. All rides start and finish near Oceanside City Hall with ride routes running near the beach. Following the ride, there will be food, refreshments, beer/wine garden, music and fun at City Hall.

Bring yourself or bring your Valentine and create a team of friends, family and co-workers. Enjoy the incredible views and the celebration afterwards complete with sparkling wine, chocolate and more at the finish line.

This Valentine-themed fun ride is designed for all ages.

All attendees are invited to dress up in a costume. Awards and prizes will be given to the best costumes during the celebration at City Hall.

Entry fees vary by the race length. Oceanside Civic Center Plaza 300 N. Coast Highway Oceanside, CA 92054. Visit www.valentineride. eventmediainc.us.

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 25 Find more entertainment at www.NorthCountySun.com

Gaslamp Quarter Mardi Gras Parade & Celebration

February 6, 5pm to Midnight We’re Giving Away Tickets!

San Diego’s nationally recognized Mardi Gras celebration will be bringing glitz, glam, floats, beads and vivacious energy to over 16 blocks in the Gaslamp Quarter! It was voted Top 10 Mardi Gras Celebrations in the World by USA Today. The celebration will be taking over Fifth Avenue in Downtown San Diego on Saturday, February 6, from 5:00 PM to midnight with roaring music, bright lights, and excitement. Celebrate with over 40,000 revelers at one of the biggest music and parade festival the West Coast has ever seen! Gaslamp Quarter Mardi Gras promises an epic transformation of over 16 blocks in

the historic Gaslamp Quarter from Broadway to Harbor Drive into a world of sensory overload and celebration.

The 2016 Gaslamp Quarter Mardi Gras Parade & Celebration will be one for the books with nationally recognized DJs, a live music stage and rooftop performances of jazz and blues. The streets will erupt with music and cheering crowds calling for beads as the parade kicksoff featuring awesome floats, stilt walkers, unbelievable cars, street performers, samba dancers and ending with a huge surprise! With multiple stages throughout the venue, you will definitely be dancing all night long. Last year’s entertainment line-up included Snoop Dog; this year’s lineup is set to be bigger than ever.

Tickets to the Mardi Gras festivities start at only $35 for General Admission and $75 for VIP. Upgrade your Mardi Gras experience by going VIP for an exclusive night on the town complete with a VIP entrance, VIP restrooms, 4 complimentary beverages in

California Ironman 70.3

The AHL San Diego Gulls Inaugural Season Continues

April 2 Sign up to race the Ironman 70.3 in Oceanside on April 2. Swim in Oceanside Harbor; bike along the California coastline to San Clemente to the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and then to the Oceanside Pier; run along the pier, out to Oceanside’s flat sandy beaches and into a residential area before finishing at the edge of the ocean.

Welcome the race volunteers, more than half of them coming from units at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton.

The presence of so many men and women serving in the U.S. Marine Corps is always a source of pride for race participants.

The California Ironman 70.3 is considered one of the

most scenic courses in Ironman racing. The 2016 Ironman 70.3 California offers 30 qualifying slots to the 2016 Ironman 70.3 World Championship.

For more information about the California Ironman 70.3 please visit www.ironman.com.

Crusin’ Grand Escondido Starts in April Friday nights 5–10pm

Cruisin’ Grand is the #1 car cruise in the nation, and the heart of Escondido. It’s where high-end hotrods cruise and park, and where TV stars, celebrities, and famed musicians like Eric Clapton have been known to stroll. More importantly, it’s where local families go to spend a few hours and meet up with friends and neighbors. Cruisin’ Grand has given people a reason to visit downtown every Friday night, and in the process it presents all that downtown has to offer including great restaurants, stores, boutiques, breweries, pubs, and live performance venues.

It’s widely known that Cruisin’ Grand was Steve Waldron’s

your very own VIP areas and much more.

Attendees must be 21 years or older and have a valid ID to enter. Proceeds from the event benefit the National Center for Community Enhancement whose mission is to improve the quality of life in urban communities by supporting neighborhood enhancement projects, helping those in need and contributing to positive social change. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit sdmardigras.com or call 619-233-5008.

Takes place on 5th Avenue between Broadway and Market and all side streets between 4th & 6th. Main Gate is at 4th & E. Call (619) 233-5008 or visit www. sdmardigras.com.

Win Free Tickets!

Enter to win a free pair of tickets to Mardi Gras. Just visit www.NorthCountySun.com and fill in the simple entry form. Some restrictions apply. Only one entry is permitted per person/email. Winners will be randomly selected and contacted by phone and email, so please put the best phone number to reach you. We usually do not leave voice messages. Best of luck, and see you at Mardi Gras!

idea. Steve used to cruise Valley Parkway on Friday and Saturday nights in the ’70s. Later, he’d go to the T-Bird Diner and think what a shame it was that the hot rods were parked instead of cruising. He started to think that “Grand Avenue was an exceptional street to have a cruise on, a street with great ambiance.” The City and Escondido Police Department quickly got on board and their support has been crucial to the success of Cruisin’ Grand all along.

If you’ve never seen all the pure awesomeness of Cruisin’ Grand, this spring it all starts up again, so go check it out!

For more info visit www.cruisingrand.com

Carlsbad 5000 & Junior Carlsbad April 2 – 3 The 31st annual Carlsbad 5000, a Rock ‘n’ Roll Signature Event will be held this year on the weekend of April 2-3. The Carlsbad 5000 will feature live music along the course with a headliner concert (TBA) at the finish line. Runners will party by the sea on a scenic course along the Pacific Ocean finishing at Carlsbad Village Drive and State Street.

The festivities encompass the entire weekend, beginning with 1 Mile run and Junior Carlsbad on Saturday’s and Sunday’s races, which include a 5K distance and the larger 20K distance. Upon completing the race, runners will enjoy a post race, finish line festival.

In addition, a two-day Health & Fitness Expo will be held in The Village of Carlsbad on Roosevelt Street. The expo is free and open to the public and features the latest in running technology, fitness apparel, health and nutrition information, and interactive displays to more than 15,000 visitors.

For more information call (858) 450-6510 or visit www.runrocknroll.com/ carlsbad-5000.

February 5, Friday, Stockton Heat, 7:05pm February 6, Saturday, Milwaukee Admirals, 7:05pm February 10, Wednesday, Bakersfield Condors, 7:05pm February 17, Wednesday, Texas Stars, 7:05pm February 20, Saturday, Ontario Reign, 7:05pm February 26, Friday, San Antonio Rampage, 7:05pm February 27, Saturday, San Jose Barracuda, 7:05pm March 4, Friday, Stockton Heat, 7:05pm March 5, Saturday, Stockton Heat, 7:05pm March 11, Friday, Bakersfield Condors, 7:05pm March 16, Wednesday, San Antonio Rampage, 7:05pm March 18, Friday, Bakersfield Condors, 7:05pm April 2, Saturday, San Jose Barracuda, 7:05pm April 3, Sunday, Stockton Heat, 7:05pm April 6, Wednesday, Bakersfield Condors, 7:05pm April 15, Friday, Ontario Reign, 7:05pm April 16, Saturday, Ontario Reign, 7:05pm Home games are played at the Valley View Casino Center, located at 3500 Sports Arena Boulevard, San Diego. For more info (619) 359-4730 or visit www.sandiegogulls.com.

2016 PGA Champions Tour 2/5–7 Allianz Championship. The Old Course at Broken Sound Club, Boca Raton, FL 2/12–14 Ace Group Classic. TwinEagles GC (Talon), Naples, FL 3/18–20 Tucson Conquistadores Classic. Omni Tucson National, Tucson, AZ 4/1–3 Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic. Fallen Oak, Biloxi, MS 4/15–17 Mitsubishi Electric Classic. TPC Sugarloaf, Duluth, GA 4/22–24 Bass Pro Shops Legends of Golf. Big Cedar Lodge, Top of the Rock, Ridgedale, MO For more information visit www.pgatour.com.

26 • February–March ’16 • www.NorthCountySun.com Find more entertainment at www.NorthCountySun.com

Electric Run, San Diego March 26 You haven’t missed it! Run, jog and dance the night away at the recharged Electric Run celebration coming to the Del Mar Fairgrounds on March 26. Of course walkers are also welcome for this one night experience. Add your own creative spark by dressing up in dazzling costumes that shine, glow and blink.

The all new 5k course will cover 5 to 7 differently themed

zones with custom play lists, colorful dance floors and performers. All runners and walkers will be connected with an interactive LINK, using an LED bracelet keeping you in-sync as you pass through the music and dance zones.

At the finish, enjoy a festival with a live DJ and become part of the show while the interactive LINK continues to connect participants to the pulse of the music and the insync lighting. Portions of the proceeds for this event will benefit an official charity partner (TBA).

Electric Run takes place at the Del Mar Fairgrounds located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Del Mar 92014. For more information visit www.electricrun.com.

8th Annual Puppy Love 5k March 13 Enjoy the scenic Lake Poway 3-mile trail with your family, friends,

and pets at the 8th Annual Helen Woodward Animal Center’s Puppy Love 5K Fundraiser on March 13. This challenging and timed 5K will have you charging hills, descending into canyons, and eager to see what the next switchback has to offer. You may also register for an untimed walk, giving you the same chance to test your trekking skills on the 5k lake trail loop. If the trail doesn’t take your breath away, the stunning views will—and it’s all for the best cause: the pets and programs at Helen Woodward Animal Center that save thousands of animal lives and impact so many families in our community.

Lake Poway is located at 14699 Lake Poway Rd, Poway 92064. For more information visit www.animalcenter.org.

LPGA Kia Classic Women’s Golf Tournament March 21 – 27 The 7th Annual Kia Classic LPGA tournament returns to Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa in Carlsbad from March 21-27.

Aviara and the Kia Classic feature a par-72 coastal layout and a 144-player field competing for a purse of $1.7 million. Tournament week will feature a qualifier, practice rounds on Monday and Tuesday, a Wednesday Pro-Am and four competitive rounds

of play from Thursday through Sunday. Last year’s winner was Cristie Kerr. It was her first win since 2013.

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa is located at 7447 Batiquitos Drive, Carlsbad. For more information visit www. kiaclassic.com.

Oceanside Valentine 5K Run/Walk Sunday, February 14, 6 am – 9 am The Oceanside Valentine 5k on February 14, 2016 is a romantic, Valentine-themed fun walk and run for all ages.

It starts and finishes near the Oceanside Pier followed by food, refreshments, beer/wine garden, music and fun at City Hall. Bring yourself or bring your Valentine and create a team of friends, family and co-workers. Enjoy the incredible views and the celebration afterwards complete with

sparkling wine and chocolate at the finish line.

Feel free to dress up as the best costumes will receive awards along with age group and overall winners for the racers in the crowd. Food, refreshments, fun and awards at City Hall after the run, open until 4pm. Entry Fees vary by the race length.

Sponsored by City of Oceanside. Event is at the Oceanside Pier.

SAN DIEGO PADRES PRE-SEASON

3/2 @ Mariners, 12:10pm 3/3 vs. Mariners, 12:10pm 3/4 vs. Royals, 6:10pm 3/5 @ Rockies, 12:10pm 3/6 Split Squad @ White Sox, 12:05pm 3/6 Split Squad vs. Athletics, 12:10pm 3/7 @ Brewers, 12:05pm 3/8 vs. D-backs, 12:10pm 3/9 @ D-backs 12:10pm 3/10 @ Indians 12:05pm 3/11 vs. White Sox, 12:10pm

3/12 vs. Indians, 1:30pm 3/13 @ Giants, 3:05pm 3/14 @ Cubs, 1:05pm 3/15 vs. Cubs, 1:10pm 3/17 vs. Giants, 7:10pm 3/18 @ Giants, 7:05pm 3/19 vs. Rockies, 1:10pm 3/20 @ Dodgers, 1:05pm 3/21 vs. Reds, 7:10pm 3/22 vs. Rangers, 1:10pm

3/23 @ White Sox, 1:05pm 3/24 vs. D-backs, 1:10pm 3/25 @ Rangers, 6:05pm 3/26 Split Squad vs. Astros, TBD 3/26 Split Squad @ Angels, 1:10pm 3/27 Split Squad vs. Astros, TBD 3/27 Split Squad vs. Angels, 1:10pm 3/28 @ Royals, 1:05pm 3/29 vs. Dodgers, 1:10pm 3/30 @ Mariners, 12:10pm 3/31 @ Chihuahuas, 5:35pm

March Madness Schedule 3/13 NCAA Selection Sunday 3/15-16 NCAA First Four 3/17-19 NCAA Second/Third Rounds 3/24-27 NCAA Sweet Sixteen and Elite Eight 4/2 NCAA Final Four National Semifinal Game 4/4 NCAA Final Four National Championship Game For more information visit www.ncaa.com.

CSUSM Baseball Schedule Tue. 2/2 Biola Wed. 2/3 San Diego Christian Fri. 2/5 La Sierra (DH) Tue. 2/9 Biola Fri. 2/12 Concordia (CA) (DH) Sat. 2/13 Concordia (CA) (DH) Tue. 2/16 San Diego Christian Fri. 2/19 La Sierra (DH) *Fri. 2/26 Cal State L.A. *Sat. 2/27 Cal State L.A. *Sun 2/28 Cal State L.A. (DH) *Fri. 3/4 Cal State San Bernardino *Sat. 3/5 Cal State San Bernardino (DH) *Sun. 3/6 Cal State San Bernardino *Fri. 3/11 Cal Poly Pomona *Sat. 3/12 Cal Poly Pomona (DH) *Sun. 3/13 Cal Poly Pomona *Fri. 3/18 Cal State Dominguez Hills *Sat. 3/19 Cal State San Bernardino (DH) *Sun. 3/20 Cal State Dominguez Hills *Fri. 3/25 Cal State Stanislaus *Sat. 3/26 Cal State Stanislaus (DH) *Conference game Schedule subject to change

HOME HOME HOME La Mirada, CA Irvine, CA HOME HOME HOME HOME HOME Los Angeles, CA San Bernardino, CA HOME San Bernardino, CA HOME Pomona, CA HOME Carson, CA HOME Carson, CA Turlock, CA Turlock, CA

2:00pm 2:00pm 11:00am 2:00pm 11:00am 11:00am 2:00pm 11:00am 2:00pm 2:00 pm 11:00am 2:00pm 11:00am 12:00pm 2:00pm 12:00pm 12:00pm 2:00pm 12:00pm 12:00pm 6:00pm 11:00am

CSUSM Women’s Softball Schedule DAY Fri. Sun. Fri.

DATE OPPONENT 2/5 Concordia (CA) 2/7 St. Martin’s 2/12 Cal State Dominguez Hills Sat. 2/13 Cal State Dominguez Hills Fri. 2/19 Cal State Stanislaus Sat. 2/20 Cal State Stanislaus Fri. 2/26 Humboldt State Sat. 2/27 Humboldt State Fri. 3/4 Chico State Sat. 3/5 Chico State Fri. 3/11 Cal State Monterey Bay Sat. 3/12 Cal State Monterey Bay Fri. 3/18 Sonoma State Sat. 3/19 Sonoma State Fri. 3/25 San Francisco State Sat. 3/26 San Francisco State Schedule subject to change

SITE Irvine, CA HOME HOME

TIME 1:00pm/3:00pm 11:00am/1:00pm 1:00pm/3:00pm

HOME

11:00am/1:00pm

Turlock, CA Turlock, CA HOME HOME Chico, CA Chico, CA HOME

12:00pm/2:00pm 11:00am/1:00pm 1:00pm/3:00pm 11:00am/1:00pm 1:00pm/3:00pm 11:00am/1:00pm 1:00pm/3:00pm

HOME

11:00am/1:00pm

Rohnert Park, CA Rohnert Park, CA HOME HOME

1:00pm/3:00pm 11:00am/1:00pm 1:00pm/3:00pm 11:00am/1:00pm

Home Sellers Advisory Advisory #1: Beware of the “High Price” listing presentation. These agents have one goal and that is to get a signed listing contract by presenting an unrealistic high list price, and knowing that the seller will eventually have to lower the list price to sell their home. Two clever responses can help sellers mitigate this scenario.

Advisory #2: Beware of the “Universal Phone Call” that goes something like this; “Hello, I have a buyer interested in buying your home, are you interested in selling?” Truth is very few of these solicitation calls have a specific buyer. If you answer yes to their question, then simply ask them to put their buyer’s name on a “single party” listing agreement, so your obligation to pay a reduced commission is only if that specific buyer buys your home.

Advisory #3: Beware of the “Great Promise”. These agents convincingly tell you that they list and sell most of their own listings, with no other agent involved . . . and because of this, they will lower the total listing commission from 5 or 6% to 3% when they sell your home themselves. The truth is, very few agents list and sell their own listings! This is easily verified by an MLS printout of SOLD listings that clearly shows the listing and selling offices involved in all the sales. Are they the same offices? . . . probably not.

Advisory #4: Beware of a lower than normal commission posted in the MLS to “buyer’s broker”. While commissions are negotiable, money motivates sales people.

Buyer’s agents typically expect a minimum of 2.5% for selling a median priced home . . . and they deserve it! If

less than 2.5% is proposed by your listing agent, ask them for an MLS printout of the listings for your neighborhood that will clearly show the commissions paid to other buyer brokers. Rarely will you see less than 2.5%. You want maximum agent motivation to sell your home by offering at least 2.5% to the buyer’s broker.

This advisory to home sellers is provided as a courtesy by David Boe, owner and broker of Boe Real Estate; sharing 30-years of local broker experience from selling over 1,000 homes. David Boe personally handles all the negotiations and required paperwork. David Boe has saved his buyers and sellers thousands of dollars with reduced commissions to sellers and rebates to buyers. You can reach David Boe at his direct line at (760) 846-0486 or visit www.DavidBoe. com. CalBRE#00672393.

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 27 Find more entertainment at www.NorthCountySun.com

shamROCK Features 80,000 Sq. Ft. of Green Turf, Bagpipes, Liquor, Go-Go Dancers, DJs Bumping Beats and Dancing in The Streets March 17, 4pm -12am We’re Giving Away Free Tickets!

You don’t have to jump the pond to get your Irish on! Discover the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow at one of the largest outdoor St. Patrick’s Day parties on the West Coast. The luck of the Irish will be shining upon you at the 22nd Annual shamROCK taking place on Thursday, March 17, from 4:00 PM to Midnight in the Gaslamp Quarter, taking place on G and F Streets downtown in the Gaslamp between 5th and 7th Avenue and on 6th Avenue between E and G Streets.

Join over 20,000 revelers in attendance and become immersed in an Irish haven at this year’s celebration featuring a 150-foot Irish Pub in the streets, traditional Irish dancers, the hottest green Go-Go dancers in town and much more! shamRock turns the streets green with over 80,000 square feet of green Astroturf for the biggest and best shamROCK ever. Get your dance on and jig like a leprechaun at one of their many stages fea-

North County Easter Egg Hunts (Please check websites or call for any date or time changes) Lake San Marcos – St. Mark Golf Course March 27, Sunday There will be an Easter Egg Hunt for children at 11am and 1pm. At the Golf Club there will be a Sunday Easter Brunch for $39.99 adults, includes complimentary champagne. $15.99 kids 12 and under.

City of San Marcos Presents Holiday Breakfast and Egg Hunt March 26, Saturday, 8am and 10am Bring the little ones and enjoy breakfast with Peter Cottontail.

The San Marcos event is being held inside the Williams Barn in Walnut Grove Park from 8-10am. An early morning breakfast of pancakes and eggs is being prepared. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Check their website for ticket prices and times of events. This event is held at Walnut Grove Park, 1950 Sycamore Drive, San Marcos. For more information, please call (760) 7449000 or visit www.san-marcos.net.

City of Oceanside Annual Easter Egg Hunt March 26, Saturday, 10am The Annual City of Oceanside Easter Egg Hunt is being held this year at Buddy Todd Park in Oceanside. Buddy Todd Park is located at Mesa Drive and Parnassus Circle. The Egg Hunt is open to the public and children ages 3-11. Everyone is invited to this fun, free event. Children can enjoy a variety of candy, receive prizes, and meet Bob the Bunny! For more information

turing Irish punk rock bands, Irish rock step bands, Celtic bands, and DJ’s from San Diego and beyond bumping beats throughout the night. Dublin will have nothing on the festival’s pub, which will have endless green beer and plenty of Irish whiskey to concoct any of your favorite St. Paddy’s Day libations and keep the party going.

Tickets start at $30 for General Admission and $75 for VIP until February 18, $40 for General Admission and $85 for VIP from February 19 until March 17, and $50 for General Admission and $95 for VIP on the day of. Your wristband into shamROCK will get you in-andout privileges, as well as no cover and food and drink specials at over thirty of the Gaslamp Quarter’s and East Village’s hottest nightclubs and restaurants. Remember to get your tickets early because this event will sell out.

Don’t be green with envy; join shamROCK for a night to remember. All proceeds benefit the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation. For more information, or tickets, please call (619) 233-5008 or visit www.sandiegoshamrock.com. regarding this event please contact Parks and Recreation at (760) 435-5041 or visit their website at www.ci.oceanside.ca.us.

Del Mar Easter Egg Hunt at Seagrove Park March 26, Saturday, 10:30am Enjoy a fun morning hunting for eggs at Seagrove Park in Del Mar. This event is produced by the Del Mar Foundation. The event takes place Saturday at 10:30am. Check their website for hunt times and reservations. Visit www.delmarfoundation.org.

City of Encinitas and Paul Ecke YMCA Easter Egg Hunt Festival March 26, Saturday, 10am-1pm The City of Encinitas Parks and Recreation Department presents its annual Easter Egg Hunt Festival at the Ecke Sports Park (next to the YMCA), at 278 Saxony Road in Encinitas. This very popular and well attended free event features arts and crafts, entertainment, prizes, jump houses, face painting and more than 24,000 eggs! Egg hunt times are as follows: 10:15am for 2 years and under; 10:45am for 3 year-olds; 11:15am for ages 4-5; 11:45am for ages 6-7; and 12:15pm for ages 8-9. Please check the City website to make sure about egg hunting times. Ecke YMCA is located at 278 Saxony Road, Encinitas 92024. For more information call (760) 633-2740. Check their website to confirm exact starting times.

San Diego Botanic Garden Spring Party with Bunny March 26, Saturday, 10-11:30am or 11:30am-1pm The San Diego Botanic Garden is hosting their annual Spring Party with Bunny event and includes various times for hunts.

Early egg seeking takes place from 10-11:30am and the later party goes from 11:30am-1pm. Children ages 2-6 are invited to visit the garden’s gentle bunny and make some colorful spring crafts. Children have a wonderful time in a parade through the garden and on a bunny hunt, and will enjoy a special rabbit picnic. Check website for prices and time schedules. Please pre-

Win Free Tickets!

Enter to win a free pair of tickets to shamROCK. Just fill in the simple entry form at www.NorthCountySun.com. Some restrictions apply. Only one entry is permitted per person/email.

Winners will be randomly selected and contacted by phone and email, so please put the best phone number to reach you. We usually do not leave voice messages.

Best of luck, and see you at shamROCK!

register online at www.sdbgarden.org or in person at the San Diego Botanic Garden office. The San Diego Botanic Garden is located at 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas.

EGGstravaganza Spring Festival in Carlsbad March 26, Saturday The City of Carlsbad’s popular EGGstravaganza Spring Festival returns Saturday, March 26, from 10am to 1pm at Poinsettia Community Park on 6600 Hidden Valley Road, in Carlsbad. The event features an ongoing “egg scramble” of multiple egg hunts separated by age from 10:30am until 12:30pm. To keep the scramble fun for all ages, one field will be arranged for children ages 6 and over who want to race for their eggs, and an identical one will be arranged for children ages 5 and under. A third field will have piles of eggs set aside for younger children, babies or those with special needs to collect at their leisure. Attendees can also enjoy photos with the Easter bunny and a fun zone.

Please check website to verify location, events, and times www. carlsbadca.gov/parksandrec or call 760-434-2843.

Vista Egg Hunt at Brengle Terrace Park March 26, Saturday 9am – 11:30am Vista Easter Egg hunt at Brengle Terrace is FREE and for kids ages 2 to 10. Festivities include face painting, decorating, games, and other entertainment. There will be prizes for opportunity drawings and refreshments. Also look out for performances and demonstrations from Ballet Folklorico Tierra Caliente, Vista Skateboard Coalition, and the Karate Kids of America. Event is sponsored by the Vista Lions Club.

Escondido Easter Egg Hunt and Spring Fair–Farm Stand West March 26, 10am–5pm This is an old fashioned faire with egg hunt, local artists, crafters, and bakers. There will be a barbecue lunch, kids activities, and hay rides. Lots of fun for children and parents. www. visitescondido.com

Imagine a Job That Allows You Financial Freedom By Enhancing Your Own Life and the Lives You Touch By: Dr. Noelle Zhang

I immigrated to San Diego twenty-seven years ago with my Doctor of Medicine, a Master of Science Degree, two pieces of luggage, $100 in my pocket, and an American dream. Working at different pharmaceutical companies in La Jolla helped me support my two children for over 20 years, but I was constantly struggling with balancing my career and family life. I didn’t have enough time at home to nurture and support my children, let alone allow quality time for myself. When my daughter left home for college eight years ago, I started searching for other income options, which led me to owning my own home-based business, and now I want to share my success with you and see if you’d like to join me.

Everyday I wake up, I’m happy to be associated with a company that specializes in helping families use better and safer products in their homes. I want to tell you how to take control of your financial future by building a business that requires no overhead, no inventory, and no selling. You can start off small, like I did, but eventually it can become your primary source of income with unlimited potential.

My mentor and team member, Heidi, is a San Diego mom. She used to be a pharmaceutical sales rep. Other team members are Dr. Ryan, a surgeon; Buck, a business owner; Stacy, a corporate executive; Angie, a mortgage broker; and Melanie, a single mom of three. They all do what I do now. No matter what your background, education level, or previous experience is, you can be successful by partnering with all of us, as long as you have the desire and a strong work ethic. I want to help and work with all of you, especially women who want to be able to spend more quality time at home with their children, like I did.

If you want to work with a group of dynamic, positive, professional people, and be in a position to be able to balance your career and your family life, and be proud of being able to enhance other peoples lives at the same time, then please call me at (760) 814-1433 or email me at noelle_zhang@yahoo.com.

28 • February–March ’16 • www.NorthCountySun.com Find more entertainment at www.NorthCountySun.com

Save Hundreds or Thousands of Dollars By Having Dental Work Done In Tijuana By Andy Lee I have a very good dental plan, but it doesn’t cover gums, molar crowns, some root canals, bridges, etc. I recently cracked the porcelain of a 15-year old crown and it wasn’t covered under my dental insurance. I called a few San Diego dental offices and was quoted between $1,100– $1,500 for a porcelain over metal crown.

I went online to look at dentist reviews, and found a dentist in Tijuana, Shirley Baker, D.D.S.. She was advertising permanent porcelain crowns for $320. I called her office and asked many questions. Her English-speaking receptionist convinced me that I should give it a try, and I’m glad I did! The next morning I drove to the border and parked my car on the U.S. side and walked across. It’s a bit of a

walk and you should bring a friend. The dental office had a yellow taxi waiting for me (no charge) The driver, Manny, spoke perfect English and in 5 minutes we arrived at the office. There was a coffee shop on the first floor lobby. I bought a latte. The elevator woman opened the elevator door and used her card and pushed the 3rd floor button for me. I opened the door and the office looked just as nice as any dental office in the U.S. and better than most.

I filled out a detailed dental history form. There was a woman sitting next to me and told me her husband was getting a root canal and that they have been coming here for six years. They too live in San Diego. I was soon called in. Dr. Baker and everyone there spoke perfect English and were very professional. After an X-ray the doctor and

hygienist went to work. They gave me an iPod to listen to music. After removing the cracked crown she took another X-ray because she found a large cavity below the gum line under the old crown. She proceeded to remove the decay, filled the cavity, took an impression for a new crown, and gave me a temporary crown. I returned in 10 days for the permanent crown, and it looks more natural than my other two crowns. Total cost was $320 plus $50 for the filling. I saved over $1,000 and had one of the best dental experiences ever. Manny drove me back to the border (no charge, but I gave him a $10 tip). I saved over $1,000 and the experience was great. Here is Dr. Shirley Baker’s number (619) 270-2165. Please let them know you read about this in the North County Sun. Keep smiling!

Taking Care of Your Eyes is So Important San Dieguito Art Guild Show

By Andy Lee

February and March

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 appointment with someone that has an extensive background in ocular diseases and conditions.

If you are looking for a caring and professional optometrist, then I 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 honors then went on and graduated from the University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry in 1997. For 14 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 medically 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 conditions. She is board certified in the treatment and management 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 two kids. Call for an appointment to see Dr. Kristin Peterson-Salgado at Solana Beach Family Optometry at (858) 2598239 or stop in at 977 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite B, Solana Beach CA 92075.

The San Dieguito Art Guild Members Show is now at the San Diego Botanic Garden. Thirty-two members of the San Dieguito Art Guild are currently showing a total of 72 paintings and photographs in the Ecke Building at the San Diego Botanic Garden, located at 230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas. This show runs until March 31.

For more information call (760) 942-3636 or visit www.OffTrackGallery.com.

20% Off All Fabrics

Ahhh... Feeling Clean and Pretty Again!

Olson’s Hand Car Wash

• Family owned and operated - 20 years in Encinitas • Now offering monthly unlimited car wash passes • Rain Checks Always Available • Boutique Store Offers Unique Spring Gift Selections

Don’t need a car wash? Please park by the wall and come in and shop!

OPEN Olson’s 8-5 M-Sat 8:30-5 Sun Handand Car Wash

127 S. El Camino Real, Encinitas 92024

760-436-1086

$2.00 OFF

ANY HAND CAR WASH Present this coupon. Not valid with any other offer. exp: 3/31/16 NCS

www.NorthCountySun.com • February–March ’16 • 29 Find more entertainment at www.NorthCountySun.com

San Dieguito Heritage Museum Museum Speaker Series February 9, 7pm Diane Welch will be guest speaker at the ongoing monthly Speaker Series.

The event will be held at the Encinitas Community Center. Born in 1889 in National City, Lilian Rice was one of the few prominent woman architects in the San Diego area in the early 1900s.

Her style echoed the Spanish Colonial Revival movement.

In 1921, Rice was chosen to be the lead planner on the new development at Rancho Santa Fe. She designed many prominent buildings including The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, the Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club, and many other San Diego area buildings and residences. Diane Welch is an awardwinning journalist/author and the leading authority on the life and work of Lilian Rice. Ask for her new book, The Life and Times of Lilian J. Rice, Master Architect.

Families Make History Craft Program Saturdays and Sundays 12-4pm The Families Make History craft program is FREE. Crafts are geared for ages 4-12. The museum provides the materials; you provide the quality family time with your kids. In February, the craft will be weaving. While ‘store-bought’

clothing was available, weaving was a skill the early settlers used to create blankets and other warm items. March will be Music Month, with the craft centering on homemade musical instruments that local residents might have created to while away the chilly Southern California nights.

Current Exhibit: The Paul Ecke Poinsettia Ranch Photographs and artifacts in the Ecke Poinsettia Ranch exhibition trace the Ecke story back to the early 20th century when the Ecke family settled in Hollywood, where tall willowy shrubs, that bloomed bright red during the holiday season, peppered the hillsides. Named poinsettias for Joel Poinsett, the first U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, who brought cuttings to the U.S. in the 1800s, Albert Ecke, Paul Sr.’s father saw the possibilities of the crimson shrub as a new crop for his farm.

In 1923 Paul Sr. purchased prime coastal farmland in Encinitas for $150 an acre and moved growing operations 100 miles south from Los Angeles. Thus began a 90 plus year period that saw three generations of Eckes make their individual mark on the business. From 1923 through 1963, Paul Sr. perfected outdoor growing techniques, and intro-

duced a few varieties of poinsettias to a global market of flower growers. From 1963 to 1991, Paul Jr. changed operations from field grown to greenhouse grown, began a focused poinsettia breeding program, and helped cement the place of the poinsettia as the holiday plant through placement in the White House and on prime time TV shows.

Barbara Grice, Executive Director of the Heritage Museum said, “We are honored that the Ecke Family has chosen the Heritage Museum for this exhibit of their family’s story, which is so closely intertwined with the history of Encinitas. This is the first time that the Ecke Ranch story has been assembled in one exhibit, and we hope that local residents will stop by to learn more about the premier flower grower in Encinitas. Thank you also to CSUSM for use of the Ecke Family Archive Papers, and Dr. Jeff Charles and his students for their work in selecting a memorable group of photographs and artifacts.”

The San Dieguito Heritage Museum is located at 450 Quail Gardens Drive in Encinitas. More information on all events can be obtained by calling the museum at 760-6329711 or sdheritage.org.

T PRESBYTE S I R H C RI “Where Your Child’s

A N P R E S CH O O L

Spirit

Can Soar”

* Accepting Preschoolers from 2 1/2 to 5 years old * Flexible Days & Flexible Hours (Open 7a.m.- 6p.m.) * Small Class Sizes * Friendly, Fun Environment Christ Presbyterian Preschool 7807 Centella Street La Costa, CA 92009 www.cpclacosta.org Call NOW for enrollment!

760-753-4513 CPP License #372005402

We're at our best so you can be at yours.

Our massage experience is second to none. In fact, if you don't love it, the next one is on us. So take some time for you and schedule a relaxing session today, because when your inner happiness shines through, it makes everything in life a little better.

$

59

Introductory 1 Hour massage session South Carlsbad

760.585.9101

3247 Camino de Los Coches Suite 110 Los Coches Village elementsmassage.com/south-carlsbad

Massage session includes time for consultation and dressing. The Elements Promise™ is not transferable and may not be redeemed for cash, bartered or sold. Not valid for discounted services and cannot be combined with any other offer. Other restrictions may apply; see studio for details. Each Elements Massage™ studio is independently owned and operated.

NORTH COUNTY’S PREMIER BUTCHER SHOP GOURMET EUROPEAN DELICATESSEN AND MARKET

SWEETHEART VALENTINE’S STEAK DINNER FOR TWO

Two USDA Choice Top Sirloin Steak Dinners and a bottle of house wine on Valentine’s Day. $24.98.

ST. PATRICK’S IRISH BOSTON-STYLE CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE DINNER

Savory Boston-style corned beef & cabbage, carrots, and red potatoes. $12.98 March 11-17 All Week 11am - 8pm Green Beer $3.29 plus tax per glass.

BIG JOHN BURGER COMBO

Quality, lean half pound cheese burger. Includes french fries & soda. $6.98

BIG JOHN BREAKFAST

Three eggs any style, home fried potatoes, toast, all-you-can-eat on the premises pork link sausage, bratwurst or ham. $7.98 per person.

ORDER YOUR EASTER HAM

STEAK & STEIN DINNER

• Smoked Hams

Steak dinner with large stein of beer served with broccoli or sauerkraut, soup or salad, mashed or baked potato and dinner roll.

• Scandinavian Green Hams

Top Sirloin 16oz. Center Cut ..................... $11.98 Filet Mignon 8 -10oz. Bacon Wrapped ...... $14.98 New York Steak 14-16oz. ......................... $14.98

• Bone-in and Boneless Hams

Served daily noon to 8pm.

European Delicatessen & Gourmet Foods

4.5 Out of 5 Stars

GOLD MEDAL 2014 BEST ETHNIC

2014

Best Ethnic Restaurant

Best German Restaurant

Hall of Fame

TIP TOP MEATS • 6118 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92011 • Open 7 Days a Week 6am-8pm (760) 438-2620 • www.tiptopmeats.com