North County Sun - Oct/Nov holiday edition 2020

October–November 2020

100s OF PLACES TO GO & THINGS TO DO!

NORTH SAN DIEGO PREMIER

DINING & NORTH COUNTY SUN

Reggae Band New Leaf “Feels Like…”

Arousing Art of Irina Negulescu Drive-by Halloween Neighborhoods Outdoor Art Sculptures and Murals Inside Guitarist Peter Sprague’s Head Gigantic Big Mac Pumpkins, Nuts and Scarecrows Period-inspired Couture of Diana Drake

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European Delicatessen & Gourmet Foods Who would have known how our way of life could be so disrupted in 2020. Big John says, “Tip Top Meats is taking every precaution and following CDC safety guidelines by wearing masks, sanitizing, distancing tables, and offering take-out and catering, all while we continue our highest quality standards and service at the most competitive prices. There is no better option for the holiday season, such as our Oktoberfest Sausage Plates, our Thanksgiving all-natural Diestel Turkeys, and our finest U.S.D.A Prime & Choice Steaks and bone-in Ribeye Roasts.”

Throughout the month of October, order your Oktoberfest Sausage Plate.

Plate includes 3 sausages: Bratwurst, Knockwurst and Polish Sausage with sauerkraut and German potato salad $9.98. We also have the best selection of Bavarian and German bottled beers!

Order your whole fresh or oven roasted Natural Diestel Turkey 10-40 lbs. cooked in one of our ovens and ready for you to pick-up and serve the day before and Thanksgiving Day. We also have homestyle stuffing, gravy and cranberry sauce. Catering available for any size holiday party.

Call us and order your complete Turkey or Prime Rib Dinners served on Thanksgiving Day. Order ahead your 10-person meals for $13.98/person.

Includes a large portion of Turkey with our homestyle stuffing, gravy, sweet potatoes and roll, or Prime Rib with vegetables and baked or mashed potatoes.

For a special treat, order a hand crafted signature fancy Cajun Turkducken.

Big John’s famous Turkducken is a boneless turkey stuffed with boneless duck and boneless chicken. It’s succulent and delicious and a real holiday treat!

BIG JOHN CHEESE BURGER COMBO Quality, lean, 1/2 pound hamburger; includes fries and soda $8.98

BIG JOHN BREAKFAST Three eggs any style, home fried potatoes, toast and bacon plus all* pork link sausage, or polish sausage, bratwurst or ham you can eat. $7.98

STEAK & STEIN DINNER

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

Top Sirloin 11oz. Center Cut....................... $12.98 Filet Mignon 8 -10oz. Bacon Wrapped....... $14.98 New York Steak 14-16oz. .......................... $14.98 Served daily noon to 8pm.

Tip Top Meats 6118 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92011 Open Daily 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. (760) 438-2620

SPECIALTY FISH MARKET & GRILL Serving the finest fish at the most competitive prices FULLY STOCKED DISPLAY

98 FISH & CHIPS $$9 949

Eat In or Take Out

Stocked twice daily!

Alaskan Cod with steak fries

SMOKED SALMON BELLY

FISH PLATE

LIVE LOBSTER

Buy 3 pounds and get 1 pound free

Order your fresh fish plates, salads, and sandwiches

Select your own live lobster or Dungeness Crab

Top Choice Fish 6118 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Next to Tip Top Meats)

Open Daily for Lunch and Dinner (760) 517-8682 topchoicefish.com • Follow us on Facebook!

Safe Outdoor Fun since 1921 at 100-Acre Bates Nut Farm Everything subject to Change N OT I C E

Face Masks and Social Distancing Required

Scarecrow Contest Oct. 10th

Doggie Costumes Parade Oct. 24th

Our Own Homemade Chocolate Fudge

15-Acre Pumpkin Fields Open Daily

Petting Corral and Pony Rides

Food, Drinks, Nuts & Candy at Country Store

Step inside our Country Store and our Farmer’s Daughter Boutique where you’ll find nuts from all over the world (we roast our own), homemade fudge, candy, glazed fruit, teas, gift baskets and unique gift items.

Bates Nut Farm

15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center, CA 92082 Driving Northbound on 1-15 near 1-78 exit E. El Norte Parkway

(760) 749-3333

batesnutfarm.biz

Gourmet Food & Fine Wines Harvest Ranch Market Champagne French Bakery Firenze Trattoria Hacienda de Vega Meritage Wine Market & Tasting Room The Original Pancake House

Shops & Services Day Prep Edward Jones Investments Farmers Insurance - Taylor Swoy Gonzales & Company - CPAs Martin Fine Art Classes Nancarrow Realty Group Pelorus Financial Group Pilates On Cue Postal Annex Rich Rupp Wealth Advisory Sacks Ricketts & Case, LLP Sacred Sound of the Soul Soul of Yoga Institute Stainless Salon West Village Cleaners Wilshire Fireplace

760.436.6463 • www.ranchosantafeplaza.com 162 S. Rancho Santa Fe Rd., Encinitas

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Dining, Sipping, and Drinking Harvest Ranch Market This high-quality gourmet market has been serving the San Diego Community for over 20 years. Harvest Ranch Market, Rancho Santa Fe Plaza’s anchor, is a purveyor of fine foods, gourmet deli meats, poultry, seafood, salads, organic fruit and produce, international cheeses, wines and products of the world. It’s a great place to shop everyday and especially over the holidays. Delivery options are available to the greater Rancho Santa Fe and Encinitas areas.

Locally owned and operated, Harvest Ranch features a fullservice butcher shop with premium Brandt Beef and Snake River Farms Idaho Kobe Beef, Midwestern Pork, Milk-fed Veal, Colorado Lamb, fresh air-chilled Chicken and Sushi-grade seafood. Their deli kitchens specialize in all natural, made-from-scratch, restaurant

quality foods and a sandwich deli featuring Boar’s Head Brand deli meats and cheeses and a wide selection of homemade salads.

They offer sandwiches, salads and bakery items daily. They have online ordering through their website deli page using GrubHub, and deliver to your home or office. The produce department features a variety of organic and local produce, as well as imported produce from South America.

The wine department is second to none and each store has a team of experienced wine connoisseurs. They offer full service catering.

Harvest Ranch Market is located in the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza at 162 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 92014. Visit www.harvestranchmarkets.com or follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Original Pancake House With expanded outside seating, OPH has been a locals choice for the ultimate breakfast in San Diego ever since they opened their first franchise in San Diego in 1979. The Original Pancake House is a third generation restaurant that originated in Portland, Oregon. Their signature breakfast dishes include The Dutch Baby, Mushroom Omelet with mushroom sherry sauce, and their Apple Pancakes.

Their world famous original recipes are inspired from all over the world, and incorporate the very finest ingredients, such as USDA AA grade butter, pure 36% whipping cream, fresh grade AA eggs, hard wheat unbleached flour, and their own homemade sourdough starter recipe. Their batters and sauces are made fresh daily in each

restaurant’s kitchen; and their coffee is their own special blend. Try the Original Pancake House’s special thick sliced bacon and their amazing omelets. We highly recommend their gourmet cherry Kijafa crepes.

If you’ve never tried The Original Pancake House, you’re long overdue; and if you’re already a regular, then you know what we’re talking about. Experience the flavor, the atmosphere, the attention to quality and service, and the ultimate breakfast favorite for San Diegans for over 36 years. The Original Pancake House is located in Rancho Santa Fe Plaza at 160 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 943-1939 or visit www.originalpancakehouse.com.

Firenze Trattoria Firenze is open with an expanded outdoor patio. They are winners of the Diners Choice Award from Open Table and have won numerous awards over the years, including Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, and Best Italian by Ranch and Coast. Their longevity speaks volumes about their cuisine and service. As owner/restaurateur, Barry Podwell, explains, “We don’t have the luxury of having spectacular ocean views like so many restaurants along the coast, so our food has to be very good to keep us here all these years.” It’s true. Firenze Trattoria may not have the ocean, but it certainly does have spectacular food.

Firenze Trattoria’s authentic Italian cuisine evokes the romance and flavors of Italy’s Tuscany coast. The menu includes an extensive lineup of local favorites, too many to list; but we especially recommend their signature Lasagne Firenze. Every Italian restaurant boasts about their lasagna, but this one is truly special. It’s hard to see

the layers of ricotta cheese, a mixture of beef, chicken, and sausage, fresh Roma tomato, mushroom, and parmesan atop marinara sauce, because it’s completely covered with a very light and creamy béchamel sauce. It’s absolutely delicious. Other recommended dishes include: Calamari Fritti Antipasti, with lightly battered, deep fried calamari served with piquant marinara sauce; Risotto Portofino, grilled jumbo shrimp served with artichoke hearts and asparagus, surrounding a center mound of risotto. From Filet Mignon al Casino to Butternut Squash Ravioli, you just can’t miss.

Happy Hour is 4-6:30pm Mon-Sun with a popular discounted bar menu for food, wine, cocktails, and beer. Mondays offer 1/2 off bottles of wine. Firenze Trattoria is located at 162 South Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 944-9000 or visit www.firenzetrattoria.com.

Meritage Wine Market and Tasting Room Meritage is actively involved with multiple charity organizations and events, including Make-A-Wish San Diego and their annual Wine & Wishes Tasting Event. They have won multiple awards over the past sixteen years, including “Best Wine Shop in San Diego.” They opened in 2002 and have evolved into a multi-level wine experience.

Whether you are looking to give that perfect holiday gift, or need a great bottle of wine for dinner, Meritage is known for its exemplary customer service and personal touch.

The staff at Meritage Wine Market is ready to help you find the perfect bottle of wine or Champagne this holiday season. Meritage

invites you to stop in and enjoy wine tasting while relaxing on their beautiful outdoor patio. Weekly tastings are themed and held every Friday night from 6 to 8 PM and include 6 different wines from all over the world for you to enjoy. Meritage presents intimate wine seminars and dinners in their private Cellar Room several times a month, in addition to hosting a wine school.

Ask about their Wine of the Month Club. Meritage is located in the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza at 162 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 479-2500 or visit their website at www. meritagewinemarket.com.

Hacienda de Vega You can’t miss Hacienda de Vegas beautiful outdoor patio in Rancho Santa Fe Plaza. Located in the main plaza, next to the clock tower and water fountain, a beautifully landscaped, heated, and expansive outdoor patio with terracotta tile rooflines, colorful umbrellas, and 33-year old Jacaranda trees welcomes you! Inside is a beautifully lit tree in the center of the restaurant. The Vega family warmly welcomes you to their home in Encinitas after being a landmark in Escondido for over 15 years.

Bold and distinctive flavors of old-world Mexico, with new signature twists of delicious spices, are the hallmark of Patricia Vega’s amazing family recipes. One authentic signature specialty after another will awaken your taste buds with the flavors of her many fresh, daily made salsas and sauces. To nourish your body and

satisfy your soul, try any of their “old favorites” such as Enchiladas de Mole, which comes with two soft corn tortillas, shredded chicken breast, mole sauce, cream, cheese and onions. It’s served with rice and beans. If you like shrimp, try their Tequila Shrimp, jumbo shrimp sautéed in spicy tequila sauce, tomatoes, onions, Serrano chiles, and garlic over a bed of white rice. From delicious appetizers like Mole Fries, to crispy fresh garden salads, thick old-style Mexican soups, grilled fish, steak, chicken, and wonderful desserts, you simply can’t go wrong. Stop in Mon- Fri from 3pm for Happy Hour food and drink specials. Ask about take-out and delivery options and if they are having live music. Hacienda de Vega is located in the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza at 162 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 92014. Visit www.haciendadevega.com.

Champagne French Bakery Café With lovely table settings on the main plaza of Rancho Santa Fe Plaza, Champagne has been serving a fusion of modern and traditional French cuisine since 1987. They offer an assortment of coffees, teas, breads, pastries, cakes, tarts, cookies, sandwiches, salads and soups. They are famous for their pastries, including a variety of croissants, custard brioche, cinnamon roll, raisin scone (one of our favorites), and cranberry muffin. Desserts include such delights as: Napoleon, which is a crispy puffed pastry layered with vanilla cream and topped with fondant and chocolate; crème brulee; vanilla éclair; bread pudding; and chocolate dipped strawberries. They also serve

cakes, tarts, and cookies. One of our favorites is their raspberry cookie, which is two soft cookies sandwiched with raspberry preserves and half is dipped in dark chocolate.

Try Champagne French Bakery Café for lunch under an umbrella in front of the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza clock tower and fountain.

Sandwiches include a wonderful assortment of French Dip, Turkey Florentine Panini, and Chicken Pesto. They also serve delicious salads and soups. Champagne Bakery is in the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza next to Harvest Ranch Market at 162 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 944-9446 or visit www.champagnebakery.com.

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Dining, Sipping, and Drinking Casa de Bandini Casa de Bandini has implemented all required health and safety measures, including proper physical distancing, ongoing disinfecting of high-contact areas, required face coverings for guests and staff, and new, disposable menus for all customers.

The restaurant has also expanded its outdoor patios (which were already some of the most beautiful in all of North County) to safely accommodate more guests. Casa de Bandini has long been one of San Diego’s favorite Mexican restaurants – both during its days in the Old Town State Park and its current home in The Forum Carlsbad.

Famous for their “birdbath” margaritas, this award-winning restaurant transports guests to romantic Old Mexico as soon as they enter, with beautifully decorated dining rooms and spectacular outdoor patios.

Only the freshest ingredients are used for Bandini’s authentically delicious menu, which features more than a dozen homemade sauces, salsas and dressings, plus handmade tortillas served all day long. Favorites include Carne Asada Tampiqueña, flame-grilled carne asada topped with a grilled mild chile and grilled

onions, served with a cheese enchilada, frijoles and guacamole; Carnitas a la Michoacán, slow roasted succulent morsels of pork served with soft hot tortillas, guacamole, salsa and frijoles de la olla; and the Fajitas Supremas, a sizzling platter of shrimp, chicken and beef marinated and combined with sautéed with bell peppers, onions, tomatoes and mushrooms, and served with tortillas, guacamole, Mexican rice and frijoles.

For those wishing to dine from the comfort of their homes, Casa de Bandini’s full menu is available for takeout, including its wide selection of handcrafted margaritas.

Or try one of the restaurant’s “Fiesta Express Meals,” which are large enough to feed the whole family – with leftovers! Delivery is also available through DoorDash, Postmates and The Office Express. Whether you’re dining in or ordering takeout, let Casa de Bandini turn your day into a fiesta! Casa de Bandini is open every day and is located at 1901 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, 92009, in The Forum Carlsbad. Call (760) 634-3443 or visit www.casadebandini.com.

Mr. Peabody’s Mr. Peabody’s is abiding by all CDC and local restaurant and bar regulations during the pandemic including face coverings, distancing, and sanitized cleaning.

They offer their own delivery, or you can call ahead for pick-up and take-out, and have a really nice outdoor patio to eat, drink and hangout. Absolutely one of the most popular spots in North County, Mr. Peabody’s is known for great food including breakfast, lunch and dinner. Not sure when it will be allowed again, but their excellent live music stage showcases the best bands and talent in town! Their cuisine is absolutely delicious with prices that are more than fair. Their full bar is always busy with bartenders serving drinks to very satisfied guests.

This very lively Encinitas neighborhood pub, grill, and live music venue has been attracting North County locals since 2003. Peabody’s offers healthy portions of made-

from-scratch dishes using the finest ingredients available at very affordable prices.

Their Prime Rib dinner $15.99 is amazing and the best deal in town, but other menu items such as their fish and chips $12.99, 1/2 lb. burgers and turkey burgers, linguini, fish, turkey, and fish/chicken/turkey tacos, salads, and mud pies are also local favorites. Menu is subject to change.

Breakfast begins at 7am and includes $1.75 mimosas, $1.75 breakfast tacos, and $3.50 build-your-own Bloody Mary Bar. Happy hour is Monday – Friday, from 3-6pm and Wednesdays all night with $3.00 well cocktails and Budweiser.

Live shows when approved by the CDC 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.

Le Papagayo Thoughout the pandemic, Le Papagayo has remained open everyday abiding by all CDC guidelines for distancing, face coverings, and sanitized tables and chairs.

Locals love the expanded outdoor patio seating and always the wonderful awardwinning cuisine, and drinks. Leucadia, Encinitas, and Carlsbad residents along with thousands of other locals are long-time customers at Le Papagayo. We want everyone near and far to experience the flavors and sounds of this quaint dining establishment on Historic California Coast Highway 101 in Leucadia because this place is awesome. You’ll love their unique fusion of Mediterranean and Latin American cuisine, along with their hang loose beachy vibe. Some of San Diego’s best musicians play music here nightly (subject to change due to CDC guidelines).

Le Papagayo has 4-5 star ratings on Yelp, OpenTable, and Tripadvisor and are recent 2020 winners of the OpenTable Diners’ Award. Open for breakfast, try their eggs, omlettes, acai bowls, fresh fruit, pancakes, chicken fried steak, or their signature Loco Moco. Their lunch and dinner menu rocks and so does their Happy

Hour menu with food and drink specials every day from 4-6pm and on Tuesdays all night long! Their Lobster Bisque is a local favorite as well as their Ahi Poke and Spring Rolls. Other favorites include Carne Asada, Duck Confit, Mahi Mahi and Shrimp Tacos. Their Happy Hour menu and regular menus offer a variety of quality, tasty and healthy items and will surely have something perfect for you. They’re open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner until 11pm.

Check out all the NFL games. You’ll love their nightly local live music. Either inside or out along their bar on Hwy 101, or on their beautiful expanded outdoor patio, enjoy a sangria or any of their house and specialty wines and craft beers. Local musical guests have included such names as Mystic Groove, Clint Westwood, Lou Shook and the Flounders, Blackwater Blues Boys, Gregory Michaels, John Bennett and Jim Volkert, Cody Carter, Triple Shot, Johnny C, Greenflash, Tolan Shaw, and many others.

Le Papagayo is located at 1002 N. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 944-8252 or visit www.lepapagayoleucadia.com.

Solterra Winery & Kitchen Solterra is open and abiding by all CDC health standards to make their winery and restaurant as safe as possible for all their wonderful guests. Make your holiday dinner reservations well in advance. They offer eat-in, take-out, and curbside delivery with culinary dinner pairings with award-winning wines. Live music happens (when allowed by CDC) outside in front of the barrel room. The winery is a wood barrel room with fermentation tanks, a crusher and press. It’s a real working winery! Hang out with tables spread out in the barrel room, sit at their long concrete outdoor fire pit bar, located just inches from the sidewalk, or enjoy some fresh air, space, and privacy on their exquisite real grape vine-draped back patio.

If you enjoy wine tasting, or are interested in joining a wine club, there’s nothing better than sipping award-winning wine and enjoying the finest cuisine at Solterra. The San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, the most prestigious and

largest competition of American wines in the world awarded Solterra: Best of Class for their Costa Azul-2012 Cabernet Sauvignon; Double Gold for their Christopher Cameron Vineyards 2012 Malbec; Gold for their Solterra Winery Mestizo “GSM”; Silver for their 2013 Pinot Noir, and Silver for their 2009 Petit Sirah. Live music happens on the weekends! Hours of operation are Wed-Thurs 3:30-9, Fri 3:30-10, Sat 12-10 and Sun 12-9. Sunday Brunch is served from 12pm and features bottomless mimosas!

Owner and Master Winemaker, Christopher Van Alyea is answering the dreams of North County residents and visitors who love fine wine, craft beers, great food, and the SoCal beach lifestyle. Please call or check their website for live music and special events. Solterra is located at 934 N. Coast Hwy 101, Leucadia. Call (760) 230-2970 or visit www.solterrawinery.com.

My Yard Live My Yard Live is open and abiding by all CDC safety protocols and is going even further to be extremely clean, sanitized, and spread out. Waiters will take your drink and food orders and serve you at your table. They have lots of patio space and have even expanded their outdoor patio. There is also socially distanced seating inside.

This is the place to be for the PGA, NBA, and NFL games to watch on their many TVs. Watch games on their outdoor patio too! Recently featured in San Diego Magazine as one of the “7 Best Breweries that Stand Out with Dishes,” My Yard Live is one of the best places in North County for amazing craft beers and chef-prepared cuisine.

Located near San Marcos City Hall, My Yard Live is a 17,000 sq. ft. live entertainment, drinking and dining, fun experience for all. It’s their own concept that brings together a brewery, live music stage, dancing (when CDC approved), restaurant, community center, beer garden, indoor and outdoor games, lounge chairs, comfy sofas, massive bar, and sports on TV. Watch sports on TV, and dance to live music on Reggae Sundays.

Bring the family, neighbors and the kids. My Yard Live has an outdoor play

area for kids (when allowed by the CDC), indoor electronic games, and long safely distanced wooden tables, perfect for families. As evening approaches, the kids and families usually head out and an older crowd stays later, cozying on the sofas, playing bocce ball, corn hole and ping pong, eating, drinking and listening to the venue’s very fine live musical performers. There’s plenty of room to spread out, hide away on the lawn outside, or find a cozy spot for chatting.

My Yard Live is an on-site brewery with a wide selection of craft brews. The service is friendly, fast and professional. We always receive our drinks and food quickly and are always impressed. Sitting on the sofa, we listened to the band play some great R&B and classic rock while we sipped our drinks and ate some excellent food. Try the BBQ Brisket or their St. Luis Ribs, Salmon Filet, Mediterranean Roasted Cauliflower, Mac ‘N Cheese, Pulled BBQ Pork Sandwiches, or a Big Burger and Fries…. all very good! If you’re looking for a place that’s got everything, try My Yard Live at 288 Rancheros Drive, San Marcos 92069. Call 760-798-0779 or visit www.myyardlive.com.

Canyons at The Crossings Phil Hoy, the new executive chef at Canyons is cooking up his magic. The management at the Canyons Restaurant is very excited and happy about the return of their award-winning chef! Chef Hoy was the original chef at the Canyons when it opened in 2007.

The Canyons is following strict CDC safety and health protocols, and indoor dining and music is subject to change, so it might be a good idea to call ahead especially if you want reservations. It is a full-service restaurant and bar located in the clubhouse of The Crossings at Carlsbad. Open 7-days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner; experience personalized service, fantastic award-winning cuisine and breathtaking views either from the main dining room or from their expanded outdoor patio.

Enjoy the Players Lounge (when open during CDC approval) or the Sunset Patio.

The Patio is always open for relaxing after golf, enjoying drinks served from the full bar, or ordering amazing cuisine with fresh air and ocean, golfcourse, and sunset

views. Tuesday nights are Pot Pie Nights and Thursday nights are Date Nights.

Dining is from 8am to 6pm. They have food specials on various evenings throughout the week. Enjoy $5 Well Cocktails, Draft Beers, and Select Wines. Their amazing Sunday Brunch Buffet is served Sundays with seatings from 10am-2pm and often includes Prime Rib, omelettes, waffles, scrambled eggs, potatoes, salads, assorted pastries and desserts, bottomless coffee, teas, and more. They also offer Bottomless Mimosas, Champagne, and Bloody Marys. During Covid, they are offering a Plated Brunch Menu. Prices and buffet subject to change. Whether you’re a golfer or not, you’ll always enjoy the gorgeous panoramic ocean view, great cuisine, drinks, happy hour, and sports on TV at the Canyons located at The Crossings at Carlsbad golf course. Sample a beer in the lounge while watching NBA, PGA Golf, MLB or NFL game on their big screen TVs. Canyons is located at 5800 The Crossings Drive, Carlsbad 92008. Call (760) 444-1888 or visit www.thecrossingsatcarlsbad.com

Pollos Maria Pollos Maria is following strict health safety guidelines with face coverings, table distancing and outdoor dining. Call ahead for pick-up and to-go orders. Located in Carlsbad Village and in Oceanside at the Old Grove Market Place, Pollos Maria has been serving the most delicious, freshest, and healthiest Mexican food to satisfied customers for over 35 years! Pollos Maria started in the kitchen of their home on Harding Street and was converted to the restaurant where it stands today in Carlsbad Village. The secret to their success is that they have arguably the best tasting firegrilled chicken in North County and throughout San Diego. The service is excellent and efficient; the menu is extensive, and the prices are very reasonable. If you are looking for great tasting Mexican food and award-winning salsas (made fresh daily), we just cannot say enough about this restaurant. The Oceanside restaurant interior is spacious, beautifully decorated and perfect for any occasion. Their Carlsbad Village location has a really beautiful and inviting outdoor patio with umbrellas and fire pits and is the perfect place to hang out with family and friends.

Pollos Maria is open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their daily menu includes Maria’s House Specialties, featuring a whole broiled chicken for $15.99, or half chicken for only $7.99. Their Combo Plates, such as Chile Rellano, Enchilladas, and Tacos, are fantastic. The chicken tacos (soft or hard shell) are as good as, if not better than, any chicken tacos in all of San Diego. Try local favorites Enchilada Maria or their #6 Pollos Maria Grande! You can order burritos, tacos, tostadas, or their famous chicken soup, salads, tortas, chips and salsa, quesadillas, nachos, and a selection of wonderful desserts. Come early for a breakfast burrito, menudo (served Saturday and Sunday), or their huevos rancheros or chorizo, eggs and cheese plates. They stock domestic and imported beers and wine, and catering is available.

We love Pollos Maria! They have two locations. Carlsbad: 3055 Harding Street in Carlsbad Village (760) 729-4858. Oceanside: 125 Old Grove Road #8, Oceanside (760) 435-9071 or visit www.pollosmaria.com.

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Calendar of Events (October and November) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Ticket Giveaways. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Dining and Drinking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6, 8-13, 18 Halloween Homes and Neighborhoods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Peter Sprague Music Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 New Leaf Music Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 North Coast Rep Theatre’s “Same Time Next Year” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Fashion by Diane Drake (Front Cover). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Bates Nut Farm’s Giant Pumpkin Fields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Outdoor Sculptures and Murals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16 Art by Irina Negulescu and IN Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Parks to Visit and Go Hiking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Dia de Los Muertos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Music and Concerts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-22 Scream Zone Drive-Thru. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Oceanside Turkey Trot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Events Calendar – Fun & Safe Things to Do OCTOBER

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

10/1-11/15 North Coast Rep Theatre streaming online “Same Time Next Year.” Tix at www.northcoastrep.org 10/1-31 100-acre Bates Nut Farm giant pumpkin fields and petting corral open daily with events, food, treats, scarecrow contest, doggie costume contest and gigantic Big Mac 15-acre pumpkin field! www.batesnutfarm.biz 10/3 Mainly Mozart Drive-in concert at Del Mar Fairgrounds 10/4 Los Angeles Chargers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium, 10am. Watch on CBS. www.chargers.com 10/4 DJ Snoopadelic (aka DJ Snoopdog) Drive-in show at Del Mar Fairgrounds 10/5-9 American League Divison Series Wild Card Games at Petco Park and Dodger Stadium. Watch on TBS. www.mlb.com 10/6-10 Nationa League Division Series Wild Card Games at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Va. and Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas. Watch on FS1 or MLBN. www.mlb.com 1/9 Atomic Groove Livestream www.bellyup.com 6:00pm 10/9 Chris Jansen Drive in at Del Mar Fairgrounds 10/10 29th Annual Scarecrow Contest at Bates Nut Farm, 10am-1pm. www.batesnutfarm.biz 10/10 Fall Garden Fest at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 10am-3pm. www.altavistabotanicalgardens.org 10/10 The Drive-In North County: “Jurassic Park” Encore at California State University San Marcos, 8pm. www.artcenter.org 10/10 Concerts in Your Car: Slightly Stoopid at Del Mar Fairgrounds, 8pm. www.concertsinyourcar.com 10/10 New Village Arts presents virtual Nana’s Theatre Spectacular, in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. www.newvillagearts.org/tpn 10/10-15 Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego Virtual Art Auction. www.mcasd.org/events/art-auction-2020 10/10 Jurassic Park Drive-in at CSUSM www.artcenter.org 10/10-15 Dine Diego at participating San Diego restaurants. www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com 10/10-25 Pumpkin Patch at Julian Farm & Orchard, closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. www.visitjulian.com 10/10-25 Autumn Jubilee at Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures, every Saturday & Sunday. Admission free, reservations recommended.

Santa Ysabel. www.fortcross.com 10/10-31 Kids Free at San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

Free admission for children ages 11 & under. www.sandiegozoo.org or www.sdzsafaripark.org 10/10-31 Haunted Aquarium Remix at Birch Aquarium, 9am-5pm. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu 10/10-31 Drive-Thru Scream Zone: Road Kill at Del Mar Fairgrounds.

Closed 10/12, 10/13, 10/19, 10/20 & 10/26. www.thescreamzone.com 10/10-31 Haunted Harvest at Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures, 8 & 8:30pm, every Friday & Saturday night. Reservations required. www.fortcross.com 10/10-31 Friends of the Oceanside Library Buy-the-Box Drivethrough Book Sale at 602 Civic Center Drive, Oceanside, 9am-1pm, every Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday. www.mainstreetoceanside.com 10/10-31 Field of Screams Haunted Corn Maze at The Strawberry Fields, 1050 Cannon Road, Carlsbad, 7-10:30pm, every Friday & Saturday. www.aguahedionda.org/field-of-screams 10/10-31 Exhibition by Mark Warren Jacques at E101 Gallery, 818 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas. www.encinitas101.com or follow Jacques on Instagram @MWJstudio 10/10-31 Halloween Photo Contest at One Paseo. Snap a photo in a Halloween costume at One Paseo & tag @onepaseo to enter for a chance to win $250 worth of prizes. www.onepaseo.com 10/10-11/10 Exhibition by artist-in-residence Cosmo Whyte at Lux Art Institute. www.luxartinstitute.org 10/10-11/15 The World of Frida art exhibition at California Center for the Arts, Escondido Museum. www.artcenter.org 10/10-11/22 The Old Globe presents Creative Youth Studio virtual class, 11am-12pm, every Saturday. www.theoldglobe.org

*Events are subject to change due to COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions.

10/10-10/31 Julian Apple Picking al month!

10/10-11/30 Rob Lamonica & Friends host daily livestream music by various artists from Mazatlán, Mexico, 5pm. www.musicmaz.com 10/10-11/30 Virtual Wine Tasting hosted by San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours, 6-8:30pm. www.sandiegobeerwinespiritstours.com 10/10-11/30 Winery Train Tour at various urban San Diego wineries.

Also brewery tours. Reservations are not available on weekends. www.sandiegobeerwinespiritstours.com 10/11 American League Baseball Championship Series at Petco Park.

Watch on TBS. www.mlb.com 10/11 Richard Elliot and Rick Braun Drive in Concert at CSUSM www.artcenter.org 10/10-11/30 Whale & Dolphin Watching with Oceanside Adventures.

Closed 10/12, 10/19, 10/28 & 11/26. www.oceansidewhalewatching.com 10/10-11/30 One Paseo Virtual Art Walk www.onepaseo.com/art 10/11 San Marcos Harvest Festival on Via Vera Cruz in San Marcos, 9am-5pm. https://eventhub.net/events/2020-San-Marcos-Harvest-Festival-_1964 10/11 Virtual organ concert by civic organist Raul Prieto Ramirez, 2-3pm, every Sunday. www.spreckelsorgan.org 10/11 Musical Migrations concert in La Jolla, 4pm. www.artofelan.org 10/11-11/29 Leucadia Farmers Market at Paul Ecke Central School, 10am-2pm, every Sunday. www.leucadiafarmersmarket.com 10/11 Open Art Studio Sessions at Encinitas House of Art, 12-3pm. www.encinitashouseofart.com 10/12 COLUMBUS DAY OR NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY DAY 10/12 Mail in your Ballots for the Nov 3 election! Mail in two weeks early or drop at ballot box.

10/12 Los Angeles Chargers vs. New Orleans Saints at Mercedes-Benz Superdome, 5:15pm. Watch on ESPN. www.chargers.com 10/12-18 National League Championship Series at Globe Life Field.

Watch on FOX or FS1. www.mlb.com 10/12-11/16 The Old Globe presents Voces de la Comunidad! virtual playwright workshop, 5:30-6:30pm, every Monday. www.theoldglobe.org 10/12-11/30 Wine, Beer & Food Walking Tour in Old Town San Diego, 2:30pm, every Monday. www.sandiegobeerwinespiritstours.com 10/12-12/7 The Old Globe presents Reflecting Shakespeare TV virtual event, 6:30pm, every Monday. www.theoldglobe.org 10/13 California Center for the Arts, Escondido Virtual Craft & Sip: Frida Kahlo-inspired floral crown, 5pm. www.facebook.com/theccae 10/13-11/24 San Marcos Certified Farmers Market at 251 N. City Drive, San Marcos, 3-6pm. www.sanmarcosfarmersmarket.com 10/13-11/10 The Old Globe presents The Poet’s Tree virtual event, 5:30-6:30pm, every Tuesday. www.theoldglobe.org 10/14-11/11 The Old Globe presents Behind the Curtain: Art of Protest virtual event, 5:30-6:30pm, every Wednesday. www.theoldglobe.org 10/15 Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego’s virtual “Charlas” with Perry Vásquez, 11am. www.mcasd.org 10/15 Film & Float Movies by the Pool: Ghostbusters at The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows. www.lafayettehotelsd.com 10/15-11/19 Oceanside Farmers Market at Pier View Way and South Coast Highway 101, 9am-1pm, every Thursday. www.mainstreetoceanside.com 10/16 Late Night on the Farm at Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch, 3-8pm. www.batesnutfarm.biz 10/16 San Diego Humane Society’s Humane at Home Facebook Live Stream: Virtual Adoption, 4pm. www.facebook.com/sandiegohumanesociety/ 10/16-11/27 The Old Globe presents Word Up livestream online, 6pm, every Friday. www.facebook.com/TOGArtsEngagement 10/17 Día de Muertos Walking Tour in City Heights, 11am-4pm. www.facebook.com/cityheightsdiadelosmuertos 10/17 Challenged Athlete Foundation’s Virtual Celebration of Abilities Awards Ceremony, 4pm. www.challengedathletes.org 10/17 Teen Glow-in-the-Dark Dodgeball at Meadowbrook Gymnasium, 5-9pm. www.poway.org

10/17-18 Fall Antique Engine & Tractor Show at Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 9am-4pm. www.agsem.com 10/18 Yoga at Birdwing Open Air Classroom at San Dieguito Lagoon, 10-11am. www.sdrvc.org 10/18 Open Art Studio Sessions at Encinitas House of Art, 12-3pm. www.encinitashouseofart.com 10/18 Los Angeles Chargers vs. New York Jets at Sofi Stadium, 1:05pm. Watch on CBS. www.chargers.com 10/18 Star Walk XV at Double Peak Park, 6:30-8:30pm. www.san-marcos.net 10/19 The Voice premieres on NBC 10/20 California Center for the Arts, Escondido presents virtual Crafts with Grace: Coco-inspired homemade toy guitar, 3pm. www.facebook.com/theccae 10/20-27 MLB Baseball World Series 10/20-11/30 Hornblower Cruises & Events Harbor Cruise & Sea Lion Adventure at Broadway Pier, 970 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego. www.hornblower.com 10/22 The Sully Band Livestream www.bellyup.com 7:30pm 10/22 Film & Float Movies by the Pool: Hocus Pocus at The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows. www.lafayettehotelsd.com 10/22-12/17 The Old Globe presents Community Voices: Comedy Writing virtual workshop, 5:30-6:30pm, every Thursday. www.theoldglobe.org 10/23 San Diego Humane Society’s Humane at Home Facebook Live Stream: Fri-DIY, 4pm. www.facebook.com/sandiegohumanesociety/ 10/23-24 Fall Camping Series at Lake Poway. www.poway.org 10/23-24 San Diego Zombie Crawl at 20+ Halloween escapes in downtown San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. www.sandiegozombiecrawl.com 10/24 Lions Club International 2020-2021 Peace Poster Contest for ages 11 to 13 at Encinitas Historical Society’s 1883 Schoolhouse Courtyard, 10am-2pm. www.encinitaslions.org 10/24 Harvest Walk at Belmont Park. www.belmontpark.com 10/24 Howl-o-ween Doggie Costume Contest & Parade at Bates Nut Farm, 11am-12pm. www.batesnutfarm.biz 10/24 San Diego Opera’s Live Drive-In Performances of La bohème at the Pechanga Arena, San Diego, Parking Lot 10/24 20th Anniversary Celebration Screening of Thomas & The Magic Railroad at Regal Escondido Stadium 16, Regal San Marcos Stadium 18 & Regal Carlsbad 12, 12:55pm. www.fathomevents.com 10/24 Virtual Live Bahde Wildlife Center Tour, 2pm. www.sdhumane.org 10/24 The Drive-In North County: Iliza Shlesinger Tailgate Tour at California State University San Marcos, 6:30pm. www.artcenter.org 10/24 Concerts in Your Car: The Beach Boys at Del Mar Fairgrounds, 8pm. www.concertsinyourcar.com 10/24-25 Fall Antique Engine & Tractor Show at Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 9am-4pm. www.agsem.com 10/25 Track or Treat at Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 9am-4pm. www.agsem.com 10/25 Los Angeles Chargers vs. Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium, 10am. Watch on CBS. www.chargers.com 10/25 Open Art Studio Sessions at Encinitas House of Art, 12-3pm. www.encinitashouseofart.com 10/26-11/2 Virtual Los Muertos 5K/10K www.losmuertos5k.com 10/27 Encinitas Lions Club Fundraiser for scholarships, eyeglasses & services at Blaze Pizza in Encinitas, 4-7:30pm. www.encinitaslions.org 10/29 We Are Listening live online salon featuring actors from San Diego Repertory Theatre’s production of “JQA,” 5:30-7pm. www.sdrep.org 10/29 Film & Float Movies by the Pool: Coco at The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows. www.lafayettehotelsd.com 10/29-31 San Diego Zombie Crawl at 20+ Halloween escapes in downtown San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. www.sandiegozombiecrawl.com 10/30 San Diego Humane Society’s Humane at Home Facebook Live Stream: Virtual Howl-o-ween, 4pm. www.facebook.com/sandiegohumanesociety/ 10/31 HALLOWEEN – (SEE OUR SAFE HALLOWEEN DIRECTORY) 10/31 Virtual HalloWINE 5K Run/Walk. www.hallowine5k.com 10/31 Harvest Walk at Belmont Park. www.belmontpark.com

11/7 The Old Globe’s Day of the Dead/Día de Muertos AXIS virtual event, 11am-1pm. www.theoldglobe.org 11/7-8 Mission Fed ArtWalk in Little Italy. www.artwalksandiego.org 11/7-8 Shichi-Go-San (with kimono rental) at Japanese Friendship Garden, 9am-4pm. www.niwa.org 11/8 Hansen Surfboards Ski and Snow Sale! 50% OFF 1105 S. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas (760) 753-6595 www.hansensurf.com 11/8 Outdoor Consignment Auction at Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 9am. www.agsem.com 11/8 27th Annual Turbo Buick Car Show at Bates Nut Farm, 9am-4pm. www.batesnutfarm.biz 11/8 Los Angeles Chargers vs. Las Vegas Raiders at Sofi Stadium, 1:05pm. Watch on FOX. www.chargers.com 11/8 Musical Migrations concert in East Village, 4pm. www.artofelan.org 11/11 VETERANS DAY 11/11 Order your Thanksgiving turkeys early and make early Dinner Reservations.

11/12-15 PGA Masters Golf Tournament Augusta Country Club 11/13 Veterans Association of North County Food & Diaper Distribution at 1617 Mission Ave., Oceanside. www.vanc.me/food 11/13 Japanese Friendship Garden’s Master Series Virtual Program: Bamboo Fencing with Akihiro Mashimo. www.niwa.org/artisans 11/14 Harvest Walk at Belmont Park. www.belmontpark.com 11/14 Roaring Twenties Party at Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum. Ages 21+ www.agsem.com 11/15 Worldly Travelers at Maritime Museum of San Diego, 4pm. www.sdmaritime.org 11/19 Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego’s virtual “Charlas” with David Avalos, 11am. www.mcasd.org

11/19-1/10/21 Rady Children’s Ice Rink at Liberty Station. www.radyfoundation.org/auxiliary/featured-events/fantasy-on-ice—-auxiliary 11/20 Japanese Friendship Garden’s Master Series Virtual Program: Japanese Lacquer with Takao Wakashima. www.niwa.org/artisans 11/21 Teen Mystery Night at Old Poway Park, 5-9pm. www.poway.org 11/21-22 Encinitas Holiday Street Fair on South Coast Highway 101, 9am-4pm. www.kennedyfaires.com/encinitas 11/21-22 10th Annual Ritz-Carlton Surfing Santa & Stand Up Paddleboard Contest at Salt Creek Beach Park. www.surfingsantacontest.org 11/22 Los Angeles Chargers vs. Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High, 1:05pm. Watch on CBS. www.chargers.com 11/23 Paddle Out to celebrate the life of Ines Brolowski at Windansea Beach, 11:30am. www.windanseasurfclub.org 11/23 A Virtual Circle of Gratitude hosted by San Dieguito Interfaith Ministerial Association, 7-8:15pm. www.facebook.com/sdimaorg 11/26 Thanksgiving 11/26 94th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, 9am-12pm.

Watch on NBC-TV. This year’s parade has been modified according to COVID-19 guidelines, so there is no in-person audience. www.macys.com/parade 11/27-29 Christmas Arts, Crafts & Vintage Market at Bates Nut Farm, 9am-4pm. www.batesnutfarm.biz 11/28 Julian Country Christmas Tree Lighting at Pioneer Park.

Festivities start at 1:30pm & tree lighting starts between 5:30-6pm. www.visitjulian.com 11/28-29 Shop Small Business Saturday & Shop Local in Oceanside. www.mainstreetoceanside.com 11/29 Los Angeles Chargers vs. Buffalo Bills at Bills Stadium, 10am.

Watch on CBS. www.chargers.com

NOVEMBER 11/1 DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS 11/1-11/15 North Coast Rep Theatre streaming online “Same Time Next Year.” Tix at www.northcoastrep.org 11/1 Easy Wind “Night of the Dead” Livestream www.bellyup.com 5:00pm 11/1 Order your Thanksgiving turkeys early and make early Dinner Reservations.

11/1 Carlsbad Village Faire in downtown Carlsbad, 8am-4pm.

11/1 Komen San Diego Virtual Race for the Cure, 8:30-11am. www.komensandiego.org 11/1 Día de Muertos virtual event hosted by Encinitas Friends of the Arts, 1pm. www.youtube.com/channel/UC0TTS_i4viFYzfvf7yVvMXw 11/1 Los Angeles Chargers vs. Jacksonville Jaguars at Sofi Stadium, 1:05pm. Watch on CBS. www.chargers.com 11/1 Concerts in Your Car: Aaron Lewis & Sully Erna at Del Mar Fairgrounds, 8pm. www.concertsinyourcar.com 11/3 ELECTION DAY. PLEASE VOTE! 11/5-6 Shichi-Go-San (without kimono rental) at Japanese Friendship Garden, 9am-4pm. www.niwa.org 11/6 Virtual First Friday Arts District at Liberty Station. www.libertystation.com/events/first-friday-arts-district 11/6 Kids’ Night Out at Old Poway Park, 4:30-9pm. www.poway.org 11/7 Hansen Surfboards Ski and Snow Sale! 50% OFF 1105 S. Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas (760) 753-6595 www.hansensurf.com 11/7 Clapton Hook at Aquarius Bar & Grille, 2-5pm. www.claptonhook.com 11/7 Harvest Walk at Belmont Park. www.belmontpark.com 11/7 18th Annual East County Cruisers Car Show, Toy Drive & Valley Center Rotary Club pancake breakfast at Bates Nut Farm. Car show is from 9am-2pm. www.batesnutfarm.biz

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Pelly’s Fish Market and Grill Stock up on the freshest fish selections in San Diego, and call ahead to order for your stay-at-home World Series, NBA Championship, or NFL Game Day parties!

Pelly’s is following all CDC regulations for a safe dining experience, either on their beautiful expanded plaza patio or for take-home meals. Pelly’s is one of the original fresh fish markets in Coastal North County, and remains the “Local’s Choice” for early fall dining and seafood shopping. Located just steps from Carlsbad State Beach, Pelly’s new remodel now has an all new kitchen, new fresh fish display cases, and an expanded dining area with comfortable chairs. Pelly’s still has their same wonderful menu that we’ve all come to know and love, and now offer new delicious editions, including fish and chips, shrimp and chips, poke bowls, and draft beers and wine.

Try their new fried combo plate complete with fish and chips, a crabcake, and fried shrimp. It’s truly amazing! Enjoy delicious char-grilled fish plates, a huge fresh fish selection, or customize a seafood platter for a party or barbecue.

Their food is simply delicious and their fresh fish market is always stocked with

your favorites, including local catch. It’s the perfect place for a late breakfast, lunch, or dinner, or cold glass of craft beer, and the perfect choice for the freshest fish and people watching. Located in the Poinsettia Village Shopping Center, you’ll enjoy some of the freshest and tastiest char-grilled fish sandwiches, plates, or salads in San Diego. Depending on the season, Pelly’s Fish Market offers lobster, large fillets of fresh ahi, yellowtail, albacore, mahi-mahi, halibut, Atlantic salmon, swordfish, sea bass (perfect for the barbecue), and a wide assortment of local shellfish including oysters, clams and mussels. We recommend their grilled mahi-mahi, halibut, and grilled fish tacos. Try their fresh Ono salad or their Stone Crab salad. They have the best chowder too! Check their board for their Catch of the Day, and CLIP THEIR COUPON TO GET A FREE CUP OF THEIR FAMOUS CLAM CHOWDER. Pelly’s Fish Market is open 7-days a week and is located in the Poinsettia Village Shopping Center at 7110 Avenida Encinas #101, Carlsbad 92011. Call (760) 431-8454 or visit www.pellysfish.com.

Veneto’s Cucina Italiana Venetos is following all health and safety CDC guidelines, including masking, distancing and disinfecting. You can now order ahead from their website or call ahead for pick-up. Delivery options are also available. Veneto’s is the place where lovers meet, friends reminisce, and the food is legendary. If you’re looking for authentic Italian cuisine, Pino the owner, will always greet you and welcome you, speaking to you in his native Italian language, to a perfect and delicious Italian experience.

Located on N. Coast Hwy in Oceanside, near the Oceanside/California Welcome Center, Veneto’s is celebrating their 3-year anniversary. Owner and restaurateur, Pino Bottalico, brings his heart and soul to the restaurant every day to make sure that his guests have the best authentic Italian culinary experience ever. You’ll find flowers on every table and a wonderful selection of Pino’s favorite wines. Veneto’s has a full

bar, serving great drinks, cocktails, and wine, as well as imported, domestic and local beers, and real Italian espresso. Dine inside, out on the front patio, or order to-go.

Try their many delicious entrées including grilled salmon, ahi tuna, pollo Piccata, Melanzane alla Parmigiana, or Pollo with Scampi. Enjoy an authentic pasta dish such as their Spaghetti alla Bolognese (our favorite), or their exceptional Fettuccini Alfredo, Linguini Alla Vongole, Lasagna al Forno, Ziti, Ravioli, Tortellini, and Lasagna.

They also have excellent pizza selections, soups, antipasti, salads, sandwiches, and desserts. For a real treat, try their famous homemade Tiramisu with a nice cup of espresso. They’re open for lunch Wed-Sun and dinner nightly. Fridays and Saturdays open until 10pm. Veneto’s is located at 608 N. Coast Hwy, Oceanside 92054. Call (760) 722-1228.

Tony’s Jacal With greatly expanded outdoor patio seating Tony’s Jacal is following all CDC health and safety protocols and offers pick-up and delivery options and now has two phone numbers to call. Tony’s Jacal is one of the most famous and historic Mexican restaurants and cantinas in San Diego. Located in Solana Beach, Tony’s Jacal is a historic San Diego landmark which opened its doors in 1946 as a small neighborhood house where neighbors would stop by for a delicious meal. If you’re one of the lucky ones who grew up anywhere in San Diego North County, you know how great Tony’s is and probably are a frequent guest. According to Zagat, “Tony’s Jacal is one of the most authentic north of the border Mexican restaurants.”

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. Its reputation increased over the years because their cuisine is absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere and service are equally 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-yearround. Also, try Tony’s new fajita burrito. It’s big, fresh, and very tasty!

Tony’s Jacal has a beautiful floral outdoor garden patio and expanded patio seating. Their full bar offers a wide selection of tequila and Margaritas, and serves a variety of mezcal. Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 5-7pm. Ask for a delicious Margarita or a tasty Mezcal Paloma with grapefruit soda on the rocks. Hours are Sun 3-8pm, Mon 11-2pm and 4:40-8pm, Tues Closed, Wed-Thurs 11-2pm and 4:30-8pm, and Fri-Sat 11-2pm and 4:30-8:30pm. 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) 755-2274 or (858) 209-8607 or visit www.tonysjacal.com

Daily News Café There’s plenty of outdoor seating under umbrellas and a large patio at Daily News Café. They are following CDC health and safety guidelines and are still serving their full breakfast and lunch menu. Whether you’re a Carlsbad local or a visiting guest, we’re sure you’ll agree that the Daily News Café is the place to have breakfast, brunch or lunch. This historic restaurant, located just steps from Carlsbad Beach, with a picturesque view of the Carlsbad sign on highway 101, is a North County destination and has been serving the community since 1990. This year, they are celebrating their 31st anniversary in downtown Carlsbad Village. Enjoy an American classic breakfast or an ice-cold craft beer with a delicious sandwich and salad for lunch.

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 31 years. The longevity of the staff, as well as the great food and service, are the reasons for the popularity of this downtown village bistro.

Guests enjoy homemade comfort breakfasts and lunches, inside or outside on their expanded beautiful patio, while people-watching and taking in the sunshine and fresh ocean air. Three to four times a year, retired Marine officers who flew

A-4 Skyhawks, during the Vietnam war (and after), gather to meet at their favorite breakfast place in Carlsbad. These Marine Vets have been coming from near and far to meet at the Daily News Café for more than ten years.

Breakfast is served all day every day, and lunch is served from 11am to 4pm.

Their 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. Locals love their Belgian Waffles, Buttermilk Pancakes, French Toast, and wide assortment of Crepes. Try their famous Bloody Marys and Mimosas!

Lunch includes craft beer pairings with their 1/3 pound Belly Bomber Burgers, Chicken Sandwiches and many other sandwich and salad options. We love their Half Sandwich and Soup combo and recommend their Chicken Salad Sandwich served with any of their delicious seasonal soups. Daily News Café is located at 3001 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad 92008. They are open daily from 7am to 4pm. Call (760) 729-1023 or visit www.dailynewscafe.com.

Tip Top Meats Tip Top Meats is abiding by all CDC regulations including face masks, sterilizing and cleaning, and distancing requirements. During the month of October they are offering their Oktoberfest 3-Sausage plate. During Thanksgiving they are offering family take-out Turkey Dinners and eat-in Turkey Dinners or Prime Rib Dinners. Order your whole fresh or cooked natural Diestel Turkey well in advance of Thanksgiving!

Tip Top Meats is the ‘exclusive’ San Diego purveyor of All Natural Black Angus Beef, which is the finest quality and tastiest choice and prime beef, from Revier Cattle Company in Minnesota. This year, Tip Top Meats is celebrating its 54th anniversary.

Owner and Master Butcher, John Haedrich, will be turning 92 years old, and is still cutting meat and making sausage! Since 1967, Tip Top Meats is the place to find the highest quality meat and poultry at the most reasonable prices. It’s truly one of the most famous German butcher shops and European markets in the country.

Every day, Tip Top Meats serves their famous Big John Breakfast and Big John Burger combos. They make, serve, and sell the finest and largest variety of sausages anywhere.

Select from the finest hams, handmade sausages, pork roasts, prime rib roasts, lamb chops, leg of lamb, Tri-Tip, filet mignon, ribeye, and New York steaks. Tip Top is a one-of-a-kind butcher shop, a gourmet European-style delicatessen, and a full service marketplace. The butcher shop receives beef directly from the cattle company and process it in-house. Aslo, visit Top Choice Fish, their fresh fish market next door, for all your fresh fish filets, whole fish, crab, live lobster, or Dungeness crab, caviar, and smoked fish. They smoke their own!

They have a wide selection of sandwiches, fish plates, salads, and soups.

John Haedrich always gives to places of worship, schools, marine families, and community organizations. Andy Lee, Publisher of the North County Sun, says, “John is one of those amazing people who cross our path once in a lifetime. I look up to him, and admire him and his achievements. He is a hard working, kind, and generous man with a big heart; and people who know him, love and respect him.” Tip Top Meats is located at 6118 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad 92011. Call (760) 438-2620 or visit www.tiptopmeats.com.

Patron–Tortilleria and Carniceria Patron is open and following all CDC social distancing, mask wearing, and sanitizing regulations. We love Patron and the owners and their friendly staff and want everyone in San Marcos and nearby communities to know where to find the best authentic Mexican fresh-made-daily tamales ($1.89); tacos ($1.49); hot, fresh, handmade daily tortillas (10 for $2.99); and Carne Asada combo plates for $6.39.

Thinking about having a holiday party? Patron does catering! Patron is a full-service butcher shop (carniceria) a Mexican restaurant, and a Mexican grocery store. They have a wide selection of fresh made salsa, Mexican-style guacamole, Mexican cheeses, tortilla chips, canned goods, fresh fruit, and vegetables, including locallygrown tomatoes, avocados, lemons and papayas. Their butcher shop display is filled with steak, beef, chicken, goat, and pork. Buy your carne asada here!

Locals and Mexican-Americans already know how amazing this place is. Try their authentic Mexican food and you will be back often. Pick up fresh made hot tamales in the morning! Why buy mass-produced tortillas when you can go to Patron and pick up freshly made, piping hot tortillas? The best time for hot tortillas is around 4-5pm. Tacos are made to order! Have Patron custom make your tacos.

For your taco meat, we recommend birria, a flavorful beef or goat stewed meat, or their chicken mole. Top off your taco with red or green salsa, Mexican avocado sauce, cheese, onions, and fresh sliced lime. They have an assortment of Agua Frescas $2.99 for a large 32 oz. drink. They sell out of tamales and tortillas, so get there early! Patron is located at 204 W. San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos 92078. Call (760) 736-0086.

Tamales Jovita This wonderful tamale specialty restaurant is open and following strict CDC regulations. They have expanded their outdoor sidewalk seating! It’s holiday season and time for fresh hot tamales! We are very happy to tell you about this really great mother and daughter owned and operated Mexican restaurant on Grand Avenue in the heart of Escondido. Tamales Jovita is named after Jovita, the mother. Both mother and daughter bring their love and hard work together in the kitchen preparing and cooking freshly made tamales for their loyal customers every day. Their wonderful, hot and moist tamales are born from their very old Oaxaca Mexico family recipes.

There’s nothing better than enjoying freshly made tamales, mole, rice, beans and salsa. Everything is fresh and made daily! Tamales take a long time to prepare and

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Please call ahead if you can, especially for large orders. Eat-in or take-out, but don’t forget it’s holiday tamale season, so call in a big order early. Tamales Jovita is located at 158 W. Grand Ave, Escondido 92025. Call first for large orders to (442) 999-5323 or visit www.facebook.com/tamalesjovitasd.

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Artist Irina Negulescu Showcases Her Stunning Works of Art at The IN Gallery Gallery Events Second Saturday of each Month

By Hayley Ulle Irina Negulescu’s mother was a selftaught artist, but she never put a paint brush in her daughter’s hand. Although she didn’t believe that she had inherited artistic talent, Irina spent her early years observing her mother and building her skills behind the scenes, without formal training.

After graduating with honors from Scoala Populara de Arta in Romania, the award-winning artist came to the United States in 1989 and pursued further studies at Mesa College and San Diego State University. Since then, she has produced an extensive portfolio of work locally and internationally. She has appeared on HGTV’s “Masters of Modern Art,” and has become the owner/creator of The IN Gallery, in the Barrio Logan District of San Diego.

Negulescu’s early work was oil on canvas; and although she paints with acrylic now, she said she still considers herself to be an oil painter. To achieve her unique style, she combines her pigments with marble dust collected from sculptors and paints on very large canvases.

Much of Negulescu’s work features interpretations of women underwater, as well as sunsets, ocean waves, and landscapes that are painted in bold, rich colors and a style that echoes some elements of impressionism. She attributes her subject matter to her childhood spent on the Black Sea in Romania. She was always fascinated by the blue water while growing up, and with sisters and nieces around her, the female form was always available to her

as a model. She said that an instructor once told her, “If you can paint the female figure, you can paint anything.”

Negulescu said that children are her favorite subject to paint, but depictions of nature and the female form appeal to a wider audience.

In 2011, Negulescu was diagnosed with breast cancer, and a gallery that had recently bought her work went bankrupt. She wanted to open her own gallery; so while she was receiving chemotherapy, she showed her work at a small space in Little Italy. She invited a guest artist to attract different crowds each month, and spent the next six years showing her work there.

Three years ago, Negulescu moved her work into a 2,000-square-foot warehouse in Barrio Logan, the current location for The IN Gallery. She began to participate in the monthly Barrio Art Crawl, which features self-guided tours of businesses, studios, and galleries in the area. “Without the intention, I became a gallery,” she said. Ever since, she has worked to expand the gallery and its offerings each month. The gallery has featured artists from all over California, including many from North County.

This year, Negulescu has been forced to make adaptations to keep The IN Gallery open during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her website features a three-dimensional virtual exhibition of her work. She has said she would like to stay open as much as she can to help other artists. She hosts events that utilize more outdoor space, requires masks to be worn in the gallery, and ensures that visitors maintain social distancing guidelines. Negulescu typically displays her own work in the back portion of the gallery.

However, when the pandemic hit, she moved the work of featured artists farther back and began renting out the front of the gallery to keep it afloat. Nevertheless, she considers herself to be very lucky in this strange season. Many of her renters have been emerging artists who are interested in participating in events at the gallery. As an artist, facing career challenges is nothing new, she added. “Ever

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since art has been created, we’ve struggled,” she said. “We have to be our best advocates.”

The IN Gallery is open by appointment, with events held on the second Saturday of each month. Recently, Negulescu hosted a themed Steampunk event and a themed Comics & Cosplay show at her gallery, complete with outdoor live music and a food truck. Upcoming events for October and November can be found on The IN Gallery’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/theingallery. The IN Gallery is located at 1878 Main Street, Suite D, San Diego. For more information, call (619) 278-8410 or visit www.theingallery.com.

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Diana Drake’s Lady Josette Couture Brings Period-Inspired Glamour to High Fashion Scene

By Hayley Ulle Diana Drake, owner and fashion designer for Lady Josette Couture, has an approach to design that has allowed her to reach a global audience with a clientele past her wildest dreams.

Growing up in San Diego, Diana recalls that it was difficult to find clothing that matched her style in stores, so she began designing her own line of garments primarily out of necessity. “There’s not much of a market for the stuff I like,” she said. “It tends to be more street fashion.”

Diana, who is an interior designer by trade, said that going from interior to fashion design was an easy transition for her. Originally, she intended to launch a small online shop to market her designs; but 17 years later, she is still creating garments. Her company, formerly known as Enigma Fashions, was recently re-branded as Lady Josette Couture.

During her career as a fashion designer, Drake has designed many avant-garde couture looks, including wedding gowns. She said that her bewitching and delectable design style extends well beyond the stereotypes associated with Goth and costuming, and describes her style as elegant, refined, and period-inspired. “I like to accentuate women’s bodies for them to feel sexy and look sexy,” she said, and added that her work rarely features plunging

necklines or exposed cleavage, as she prefers more modest designs that leave certain elements to the imagination.

“There’s not a single thing I wouldn’t wear myself.”

Diana’s creative process begins with finding inspiration which comes from a variety of sources, such as an attractive fabric or a fashion design that captures her attention.

She especially loves period pieces with attributes of medieval, Victorian, or Renaissance style. She added that she often feels as if she were born in the wrong era. However, once she has found a source of inspiration, she formulates ideas and sketches them onto paper. Patterns must be created so that the design can be translated into a sewn garment. Ironically, Diana said she dislikes sewing. When she was running Engima Fashions, she had a pattern maker and a seamstress to assist her. Since re-branding her business, she has been handling most aspects of Lady Josette Couture herself, from designing to pattern making, sewing, styling and directing photo shoots.

We are so honored to feature Diana in our Oct/Nov edition of the North County Sun. Earlier this year, her designs were featured in two fashion publications. In April, “Féroce Magazine” debuted some of her Rococo-inspired designs, including a crimson strapless gown, a blue-grey strapless gown with a gathered and richly embellished skirt, and a blush-colored off-the-shoulder gown with tiered ruffles on the skirt. “Horizon Magazine” showcased her work in May, with an editorial on her designs inspired by the 1920s. The spread featured a floor-length pale pink sleeveless gown accessorized with pearls and a coordinating wrap, sleek black halter and spaghetti strap dresses, and a knee-length burgundy sleeveless dress styled with a delicate silver statement necklace.

Lady Josette Couture garments can be purchased online or an appointment can be made directly with Diana Drake.

In addition to fashion design, Diana also produces jewelry, accessories, and the Lady Josette Manor Home Décor

Collection, which includes pottery, figurines inspired by Day of the Dead, and other decorative items. For more information, visit www.ladyjosettecouture.com or contact her directly at diana@ladyjosettecouture.com.

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Safe and Fun Outdoor Public Art Viewing – Drive, Ride, or Walk-up to View Cities throughout North County proudly display their art sculptures and murals. It takes a City Council and often an Art Committee to vote on and approve a permanent or temporary public art display. Some cities are more artsy than others, and one can usually tell quite a bit about a town by its displayed artwork. Some city works of art such as “Magic Carpet Ride” aka “Cardiff Kook” by Matthew Antichevich, in Cardiff by the Sea, and Surfing Madonna mosaic by Mark Patterson, in Encinitas are quite famous and some might say, infamous. Many of us take it for granted, for example, when we see a mural painted on the side of a building along Coast Highway 101, in Leucadia. But some of us make it a point to venture out and view the beautiful and thought-provoking art. Feeling cooped up by staying home during the pandemic? This might be a good time to safely venture out, either by car, bike, or on foot, and stop and view the art!

CITY OF VISTA PUBLIC ART The City of Vista’s public art program provides a fun, detailed, interactive map of all their art installations online at www.vistapublicart. com. The city currently has three outdoor programs to view: Kites Over Vista, Vista in Bloom, Paseo Santa Fe Artwork. Venture out and view its diverse array of sculptures and murals that are scattered across landmark sites, such as Civic Center Park, Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, and Vista Library.

Kites Over Vista Rick Randall and sculptures are creJaydon Sterling Randall ated by local artists and installed downtown each May. Each piece is mounted on a tall pole, providing good visibility for sightseers.

Several of this year’s featured sculptures are located at Broadway and South Indiana Avenue, including “Aeolian Butterfly” by David Terrell and Dave Weaver on the southeast corner; “Beacon” by Kellan Shanahan on the southwest corner; and “Sea Life” by Noe Estrada on the northeast corner. Additional sculptures are “Dark Ship”

by Norberto Estrada at Southeast Main Street and North Citrus Avenue; and “Midnight Nectar” by Alex Gall at Vista Village Drive and Main Street.

Vista in Bloom beautifies the city’s necessities, with art on utility boxes painted by the public. A bold pink and blue design painted by Anthony Saucedo appears to cover the box at West Vista Way and Grapevine Drive with furry arms.

The box at Palm Drive and Main Street has been reimagined as a beehive by Sierra Brandt. Many of the boxes feature nature themes, but each one is completely unique.

For the Paseo Santa Fe Artwork program, glass panels of art have been installed in information kiosks along South Santa Fe between Vista Village Drive and Civic Center Drive.

Three sculptures will mark the city’s new roundabouts, and one of them has already been installed. “Portal,” a brilliant blue metal sculpture by Alex Gall, was recently selected for the roundabout at South Santa Fe and Pala Vista Drive.

Vista Village Creek Walk is the permanent home for “Horses,” a metal sculpture by Ricardo Breceda, that

beautifully captures the energy of a horse in mid-gallop.

Alta Vista Botanical Gardens maintains a large collection of art as well, such as Fritzie Urquart’s stainless steel sculpture called “The Constellation Tree” and Melissa Ralston’s abstract sculpture “Tail Spin.” Colorful murals decorate the sides of buildings, from the playful style of Sarah Spinks’ “Lilac Cat on the Hunt” at 139 Main Street to the slice of history honored in Doug Davis’ “Vista Fire Department 1929” at Curbside Café.

Artists Rick Randall and Jaydon Sterling Randall of Randall Art Ranch currently have fifteen pieces of art on display throughout Vista. Jaydon and Randall heard about the Kites Over Vista program from a neighbor, and created “Winds of Change” in 2011. “Winds of Change” can still be seen across the street from Rancho Buena Vista High School. The Randalls have participated in the program multiple times, creating “Adventure” at Vista Public Library, “Flight of the Butterflies” at Shadowridge Park, “Mardi Gras” at Vista Sports Park, and “Carnival” in front of Croziers Flowers.

The Randalls primarily use steel, Corten steel, and aluminum to create their sculptures. The aluminum ones are painted with the same high-quality automotive paint that is used for hot rods. Their “Steampunk” series, on display throughout Vista, is made from steel and recycled materials. The whimsical metal works include “Alley Art Man” and “Love Locks” at the corner of South Indiana

Avenue and Main Street; “Alley Art Woman” at Michigan Avenue and Main Street; “Alley Cat” at 203 Main Street; and “Time Machine,” which sits on the northwest corner of Broadway and South Indiana Avenue.

Jaydon said it would be very difficult to choose a favorite sculpture, but “Alley Art Man” and “Love Locks” are both especially sentimental pieces to her and her husband because she enjoys seeing how the public interacts with them. She said that their first steampunk piece, “Alley Art Man,” represents the beginnings of the “Vista Alley Art Festival” that the Randalls helped create, and has become a popular landmark for selfies and photo opportunities.

Many marriage proposals have taken place in front of “Love Locks,” and anyone in the community is welcome to lock away their love by adding a lock to the sculpture.

In addition to their Vista public art, the Randalls’ work has appeared in Manhattan Beach, Bellflower, Palm Desert, Fallbrook, Oceanside, and Encinitas. They have also created gates and private commissions for various locations around the county. Their own property, Randall Art Ranch, is another place to see their work. Jaydon said that visitors frequently come to their gate to look at their art. Randall Art Ranch is located at 636 Vale View Drive, Vista. Kites Over Vista photos courtesy of Alicia Jeanne Photography. Randall Art Ranch photos courtesy of Jaydon Sterling Randall and Rick Randall.

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The city’s most recent project is a permanent installation of 53 mosaic panels at the Santa Fe Drive undercrossing below I-5. It was completed in July. The panels were installed to encourage the use of new pedestrian and bicycle paths created through the Caltrans and SANDAG Build NCC project. They were designed by local high school and college students and adult artists. The series conveys the theme “Encinitas Up Close,” with colorful and sometimes abstract depictions of the people, nature, and culture that represent Encinitas. Each panel is distinctly unique, offering a different perspective on the coastal city’s

many attributes.

There are a number of individual artworks to admire in Encinitas. Located in front of the Marine Safety Center at Moonlight Beach, “Moonlight Beach Tribute Bench” is a mosaic collaboration between Betsy K. Schulz and Stephen Dalton Architects. The colors of the mosaic reflect that of a sunset at the beach, and the pieces are set into an organic form of concrete which functions as a bench. At this location, visitors can also find “The Pacific Playground,” a stunning glass mosaic by Peggy Sue Zepeda, Don Myers, Manny Corona, and community members. The artwork depicts marine life and expresses appreciation for nature with the phrase, “Save The Ocean” across the top. Swami’s Roadside Park offers a nod to the coastal vibes of Encinitas as well with “Easter Island Head II,” a composition reminiscent of tiki culture that has been

wonderfully carved into a tree, by Tim Richards. For more public art displays, visit www.encinitasca.gov/publicart.

Photos courtesy of Jim Gilliam.

by Roger Stoller called “Coastal Helix.” Made of steel, the sculpture features artisan boulders at the base and intricate, curving lace patterns that have been cut with a water jet. A number of sculptures can be found around Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts Office, including the colorful, stylized painted metal of “Marmalade Dragonflies” by Benbow Bullock, the welded metal cowboy silhouettes of Paul Hobson’s “Caballeros Gates,” and the green metal of Italo Scanga’s “Tree for Elijah” and “Untitled.” The Cultural Arts Office operates the Carlsbad Sculpture Garden at 2955 Elmwood St. as well. It is open from 9am to 4pm Monday through Thursday and features work from local, national, and international artists. Exhibitions rotate every six to twelve months.

Carlsbad City Library complex is home to several works of art as well. On the exterior, Jan Sanchez’s “Flying Shadows” echoes the triangular structure of a paper airplane made from copper and finished with a green patina.

The Learning Center showcases “Father and Child,” a small bronze sculpture by Patrick J. McGowan that was donated in memory of John A. Casler. The Children’s Library features a series of six free-standing metal sculptures and six colorful mixed media designs

by Deloss McGraw. Additional works of art

can be found at the Georgina Cole Library, local fire stations, administrative offices, and parks, such as Pine Avenue Park, Aviara Community Park, and Carlsbad Skatepark.

CITY OF CARLSBAD PUBLIC ART The City of Carlsbad shows an appreciation for cultural public outdoor art displays with an interactive map of its art online at www.carlsbadca.gov/services/depts/arts/ public.asp. The Art in Public Places program was established in 1985 as the first public art program in San Diego County. The first installation was Lloyd Hamrol’s “Crown Lair” at Stagecoach Community Park in 1989. The program has grown to include more than 100 works of art throughout the city.

At the roundabout intersection of Highway 1, State Street, and Carlsbad Boulevard, there is an installation

Fall Garden Fest at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens October 10, 10am-3pm The community is invited to Alta Vista Botanical Garden’s 12th Annual Fall Garden Fest from 10am to 3pm on Saturday, October 10. This community tradition offers an opportunity to enjoy the beauty and diversity of Alta Vista Botanical Gardens. Visitors can walk through 14 acres filled with rare plants, Ricardo Breceda sculpture, and intriguing water sculptures, while celebrating the cooler weather and crisp air of fall.

The festival features a plant sale from the gardens’ GrowGetters and California Rare Fruit Growers. Visitors can browse a variety of handmade crafts and jewelry sold by vendors, and snacks and water are also available for purchase.

For the first time this year, entries for the Scarecrow Contest have been constructed at home. Participants picked up supplies, including an armature, head, stuffing, and clothing of their choice, from the garden on October 3 and 9, and used them to create colorful entries. The entries will be judged and gift card prizes will be mailed to three creative families. Scarecrows stay at the gardens through August 1, 2021.

Current health guidelines will be posted and must be followed at the event. Event is subject to change.

Admission is $5 per entry and free for members. Alta Vista Botanical Gardens is located at 1270 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista. For more information, call (760) 822-6824 or visit www.altavistabotanicalgardens.org.

Fall Camping Series at Lake Poway October 23-24 Lake Poway’s Fall Camping Series provides nature lovers and adventure seekers alike with a breath of fresh air and a chance to explore the park at one’s own pace. The official start time of the overnight event is 1pm on October 23, and the end time is 9am on October 24. However, early birds are welcome to check in as early as 6am on October 23. Campers can hike the numerous trails, drop a line to catch fish, cruise the lake on a motorboat, or relax by their campsite and soak in the natural beauty of the lake. This is a rain or shine event.

There is a $25 fee per car. Fishing permits and boat rentals are not included, but may be purchased at an additional cost. Campers must follow all COVID-19 safety procedures by sharing a campsite with members from the same household only, wearing a face covering when required, and maintaining a 20-foot distance from other campsites.

Event is subject to change. Lake Poway is located at 14644 Lake Poway Road, Poway. For more information, call (858) 668-4772 or visit www.poway.org/lakepoway.

La Jolla Playhouse’s Virtual Performances Walks of Life La Jolla Playhouse announces a fourth “Walks of Life” episode that focuses on Black artists and experiences. The new episode features four short plays that celebrate Black culture and community through dialogue, spoken word, soundscape and original music. Each scene is roughly ten minutes long. The episode can be streamed on the La Jolla Playhouse website or on podcast streaming services, such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Stitcher.

The Society of Wonder Through December A group of visionaries called The Society of Wonder once discovered that every backyard contains a secret portal to an underground kingdom of inspiration and hope. But

that was long ago, before the monolithic Xebos Corporation brought the natural world to the brink of collapse. When five seemingly unrelated characters begin to receive mysterious signs from an enigmatic Cyborg, it’s up to them to decipher the clues before all is lost. Award-winning San Diego-based puppetry company Animal Cracker Conspiracy presents this whimsical six-part series of videos. The series launched in September and continues through December.

La Jolla Playhouse’s virtual performances are free.

For more information, call (858) 550-1010 or visit www. lajollaplayhouse.org.

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North Coast Repertory Theatre Presents: Same Time Next Year Streaming October 21 – November 15

San Diego Repertory Theatre Presents: We Are Listening Live Online Salon October 29, 5:30-7pm

“It has wit, compassion, a sense of humor and a feel for nostalgia.” —The New York Times “Wonderful comedic moments . . . memorable one-liners.”—Variety

In July, San Diego Repertory Theatre launched We Are Listening, a live online salon that addresses the experiences of Black artists in the theatre industry. A new episode of the series has premiered every other Thursday through September on San Diego Repertory Theatre’s YouTube channel. The next episode is at 5:30pm on October 29.

Each episode features a discussion led by Development Coordinator and radio personality Ahmed Dents, as he listens to the perspectives of prominent Black artists. The discussion is followed by a Q&A session for guests to ask questions. The special guests for the October 29 episode are the actors of San Diego Repertory Theatre’s production of “JQA.” For more information, visit www.sdrep.org.

Bernard Slade’s wickedly funny comedy explores a love affair between two seemingly ordinary people who meet once a year. Same Time Next Year deftly examines the monumental political, social, and personal changes that impact their lives over the course of 25 years. Full of clever dialogue, comical visuals, and unexpected admissions, this play will have you laughing one moment and wiping away tears the next.

Same Time Next Year is by Bernard Slade, directed by David Ellenstein, and Features Katie MacNichol & Bruce Turk. For tickets visit www.NorthCoastRep.org.

Haunted, Spooky Decorated Halloween Homes and Streets Directory Drive-By, Bike Ride, or Walk-Through For children’s safety, please don’t drive through neighborhoods on Halloween Eve. If you are planning to hand out candy on Halloween, please consider setting up a table in front of your house and safely handing candy to children. This will prevent large groups of kids squeezing together at your front door. Please check websites for correct dates and times. Events are subject to change.

- San Elijo Hills community in San Marcos is having their 1st Annual House Decorating Contest. Spookiest Yards and streets get cash prizes. 1215 San Elijo Rd, San Marcos 92078.

- Bressi Ranch homes in Carlsbad are decked out with spooky decor, lighting, music and effects. Must see “Pirates Way” On Peppertree Way 92008! Follow the cars to the Vargo home and you will be amazed.

- The Witches Lair at 1416 Shadow Hills Drive in San Marcos is the bell of the ball for local residents and trick-or-treaters.

This home year after year always impresses.

- Circulo Sequoia in La Costa is great for hitting lots of houses in a short amount of time, and you won’t get lost since it’s a circle.

- Camino Lindo homes in The Ranch in Carlsbad are known for big candy pieces.

- Carlsbad Village over the years has had music, a doggie costume contest and many local businesses hand out sweet treats.

- Safe Trick-or-Treat in downtown Encinitas (South Coast Highway 101 from Encinitas Boulevard to K Street) is great for little ones to stay safe. www.encinitas101.com The Self Realization Fellowship monks do an amazing job of carving Jack-O lanterns and displaying them along Hwy 101.

- The Ranch homes in La Costa often hand out huge candy bars, and you can even score occasional paper money. Many homes look professionally decorated.

- Del Mar Heights neighborhood (just east of Del Mar) is known for great treats. This suburban neighborhood just east of Del Mar has lots of treats and decorated homes.

- Santa Fe Hills in San Marcos does a fine job on Halloween.

This neighborhood transforms into a festive and spooky place with scary décor and carved pumpkins.

- Maryland Street in San Diego between Lincoln and Meade is known to have fun decorated homes and animatronics.

- This College neighborhood has The Great Pumpkin, graveyards, pirates and a lot of fun. Check out 5221 Joan Court in San Diego.

- The two neighborhoods of Kensington and Mission Hills area of SD are always popular with lots of haunts and decorated homes. Be prepared for a lot of cars and to park on a side street.

- The neighborhood near Carmel Mtn. Plaza in Carmel Mountain Ranch is fun, spiritually decorated, walkable and spookily friendly.

- Miramar, on the military base, is fun for military families.

The housing complexes are great for trick-or-treating.

- The surrounding area of The Village Pacific Highlands Ranch, in Carmel Valley has nicely decorated neighborhoods that are great for car cruising or parking and strolling.

- Black Mountain Ranch has lots of spooky and fun decorated homes.

- Sunset Cliffs is also a very lively and decorated neighborhood to check out.

10/10-31 15-Acre Pumpkin Fields at Bates Nut Farm, 9am5:30pm Monday to Friday & 8:30am-6pm Saturday & Sunday. www.batesnutfarm.biz

10/10-31 21st Annual Boy Scout Troop 2000 Haunted Hotel at Olivenhain Meeting Hall, every Friday & Saturday. www. olivenhain.org/events

10/23-24 San Diego Zombie Crawl at 20+ Halloween escapes in downtown San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. www.sandiegozombiecrawl.com

10/10 29th Annual Scarecrow Contest at Bates Nut Farm, 10am-1pm. www.batesnutfarm.biz

10/10-31 Haunted Aquarium Remix at Birch Aquarium, 9am5pm. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu

10/10-25 Pumpkin Patch at Julian Farm & Orchard, closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. www.visitjulian.com

10/10-31 Halloween Photo Contest at One Paseo. Snap a photo in a Halloween costume at One Paseo & tag @ onepaseo to enter for a chance to win $250 worth of prizes. www.onepaseo.com

10/23-31 The Whaley House in San Diego, built in 1857, is said to be haunted. They have a special Halloween schedule with extended hours. (619) 297-7511 www.whaleyhouse. org/tourhalloween.htm 10/24 Harvest Walk at Belmont Park. www.belmontpark. com

10/10-31 Haunted Hayride at Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures, every Saturday night. Reservations required. www.fortcross.com

10/24 Howl-o-ween Doggie Costume Contest & Parade at Bates Nut Farm, 11am-12pm. www.batesnutfarm.biz

10/14-31 Watch Blue Sky Ecological Reserve’s Hoot, Howl & Prowl program online. www.facebook.com/cityofpoway

10/24 Halloween in the Village in front of Succulent Cafe in Carlsbad Village, 3-6pm. www.carlsbad-village.com

10/16 Late Night on the Farm at Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch, 3-8pm. www.batesnutfarm.biz

10/25 Track or Treat at Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 9am-4pm. www.agsem.com

10/10-31 Drive-Thru Scream Zone: Road Kill at Del Mar Fairgrounds. Closed 10/12, 10/13, 10/19, 10/20 & 10/26.

(858) 755-1161 www.thescreamzone.com 10/10-31 Field of Screams at Carlsbad Strawberry Company & Pumpkin Patch. www.aguahedionda.org 10/10-31 Rancho Bernardo Pumpkin Farm at 13421 Highland Valley Road, Escondido. (858) 566-7466 www. pumpkinstation.com

10/25 Halloween Treasure Hunt at Old California Restaurant Row in San Marcos, 3-5pm. www. oldcalrestaurantrow.com 10/29-31 San Diego Zombie Crawl at 20+ Halloween escapes in downtown San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. www.sandiegozombiecrawl.com 10/31 Virtual HalloWINE 5K Run/Walk. www.hallowine5k.com 10/31 Harvest Walk at Belmont Park. www.belmontpark.com 10/31 Haunted Houses on Circulo Sequoia in La Costa

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Field of Screams Kids Free October at San Diego Zoo and Through October 31 San Diego Zoo Safari Park The Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation teams up with the Carlsbad Strawberry Company to present Field of Screams, which is open Friday and Saturday nights through October 31. The haunted maze is ideal for teenagers and adults, as it is guaranteed to get hearts thumping. Real actors, who are Agua Hedionda Lagoon volunteers, provide good scares as visitors wind through the corn maze and enter themed rooms. All visitors must have a temperature screening before entering the maze. Field of Screams is entirely outdoors, and both actors and guests must practice social distancing.

Tickets are $25 per person or $200 for a group of 10.

Fast passes to skip the line are also available for $12. Field of Screams takes place at Carlsbad Strawberry Company and Pumpkin Patch, which is located at 1050 Cannon Road, Carlsbad. For more information, call (760) 804-1969 or visit www.aguahedionda.org.

Through October 31 San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park are the perfect outdoor escapes for families to beat the quarantine blues and explore new scenery. Through October 31, the parks are partnering with Mission Fed to offer free admission to children ages 11 and under. Children must be accompanied by an adult with a valid form of admission. Guests have the opportunity to observe amazing creatures, experience a safe and fun day, and learn how to help animals through conservation. Surprise activities are scheduled for every weekend throughout the month.

San Diego Zoo Safari Park has also recently added a new safari tour to its offerings. The Sun Up Cheetah Safari takes place before the park opens on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. At this reservations-only tour, guests are treated to brunch at the Watering Hole restaurant, exclusive wildlife encounters, and a Q&A session with animal care specialists. The tour also includes a visit to Shiley’s Cheetah Run, where guests can watch a cheetah reach a speed of up to 50 miles per hour.

San Diego Zoo Safari Park is visited by 2 million people annually and houses more than 2,600 animals

and 3,500 plant species. The park’s newest attraction, Walkabout Australia, is home to several species native to Australia, including Red-necked Wallabies, Western Gray Kangaroos, and Southern Cassowaries. San Diego Zoo offers more than 100 acres of rare and endangered animals representing over 650 species and subspecies, as well as a botanical garden filled with more than 500,000 plants.

The Safari Park, the Zoo, and the San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research are operated by San Diego Zoo Global, a non-profit organization that aims to save species around the world by bringing together animal care experts, animal conservationists, and animal lovers with a passion for nature. It is the largest zoological membership association in the world, with more than 250,000 adult members and 130,000 child members.

Park attractions subject to change. Both parks are open from 9am to 6pm daily. San Diego Zoo Safari Park is located at 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido. San Diego Zoo is located at 2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego. For more information, visit www.sdzsafaripark.org or www. sandiegozoo.org.

Día de Los Muertos Events Día de Los Muertos is a three-day celebration from Mexican culture that commemorates deceased loved ones with prayers and remembrances. It is also known as Day of the Dead, or All Hallows’ Eve, All Saints’ Day, and All Souls’ Day. The holiday takes place from October 31 to November 2 each year. It is believed that the dead are able to cross the barrier of the spirit world and reunite with living loved ones during this time. Those who celebrate, visit cemeteries and construct ofrendas, or altars, that are often decorated with marigolds, toys, pan de muerto (bread of dead), calaveras (sugar skulls), and photos of the deceased to awaken their soul and attract them to the offerings.

Since it originally began in Mexico nearly 3,000 years ago, the holiday has been observed more frequently in the United States, too. There are a number of annual events

that take place in San Diego County. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most events have moved to a virtual format this year. Events are subject to change.

October 17 – The community of City Heights has organized a walking tour of ofrendas that have been decorated for deceased loved ones and placed outside of homes and businesses in the area. The tour takes place from 11am to 4pm. Visit www.facebook.com/ cityheightsdiadelosmuertos.

October 26-November 2 – There is a virtual Los Muertos 5K/10K that allows participants to walk or run wherever they are between October 26 and November 2. Runners and walkers can upload their results online and interact with other participants through social media and the event mobile app. Visit www.losmuertos5k.com.

November 1 – At 1pm on November 1, Encinitas Friends of the Arts will stream their annual Día de Muertos event virtually. Festivities include performances from mariachi bands and Ballet Folklorico dancers, art-making workshops, face painting and Caterina costume contests, and free giveaways. It can be accessed for free at encinitasart.org.

November 1 – Easy Wind (Grateful Dead tribute band)

will perform “Night of the Dead” livestream at www.BellyUp. com at 5pm.

November 1 – Although there is not a special event planned this year, Leo Carrillo Ranch is open for self-guided tours from 9am to 5pm. An ofrenda has been set up to honor the Carrillo family. All visitors are asked to wear a mask.

Leo Carrillo Ranch is located at 6200 Flying Leo Carrillo Lane, Carlsbad. Call (760) 476-1042 or visit www.carrillo-ranch.org.

November 7 – The Old Globe’s Day of the Dead/Día de Muertos AXIS event returns for the sixth consecutive year on November 7. From 11am to 1pm, families can tune in from home for the online interactive celebration, which features traditional Mexican music, recorded bilingual short plays from past coLAB productions, and activities to enjoy. It is hosted by Teaching Artist Valeria Vega. Visit www.theoldglobe.org.

Open Space Parks, Lakes, and Trails in North County Several parks around the county are now open for passive use, such as walking, jogging, and hiking. Face coverings are required in parks and on trails and visitors must maintain a six-foot distance from others at all times. CDC requirements are subject to change.

Double Peak Park features 200 acres of open space, with trails that lead up to spectacular views from the summit. It is located at 900 Double Peak Drive, San Marcos.

Lakeview Park boasts beautiful views of Discovery Lake, along with trails and picnic areas. There is a splashpad, which operates daily for 15 minutes at 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm, 3:30pm, and 5pm. While boating, swimming, and wading are not allowed, visitors can enjoy catch and release fishing with barbless hooks from the shoreline or dock. A fishing license is required for ages 16 and older. The park is located at 650 Foxhall Drive, San Marcos.

San Marcos parks are open from 9am to 7pm daily. For more information, visit www.san-marcos.net/play/parks-recreation-facilities.

Daley Ranch has more than 20 miles of hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails north of Dixon Lake. The conservation area includes the Daley Ranch House, a redwood barn, numerous historical buildings, and a diverse habitat for wildlife and native plant species. Leashed dogs are allowed, but dog owners are asked to bring bags to clean up after their pets. It is open daily from sunrise to sunset. Daley Ranch is located at 3024 La Honda Drive, Escondido. For more information, call (760) 839-4680 or visit www.daleyranch.org.

Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve includes 11 miles of hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails in the Escondido Creek watershed.

Owned by Olivenhain Municipal Water District, it opened in 1992 and contains over 784 acres with six overlooks. Visitors can expect to see plenty of wildlife and native plants, such as coastal sage scrub and oak

riparian. The reserve is open from 8am to 30 minutes before sunset every day, except December 25. It is located at 8833 Harmony Grove Road, Escondido. For more information, call (760) 632-4212 or visit www. elfinforest.olivenhain.com.

Felicita County Park contains 53 acres of dense oak groves, as well as nature and hiking trails, picnic areas, and a pickleball court. It was originally the home of the Northern Diegueno Native Americans, who had the largest and oldest village in the county. It is open from 9:30am to sunset daily. The park is located at 742 Clarence Lane, Escondido. For more information, call (760) 745-4379 or visit www.sdparks.org.

Hodges Reservoir is open on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday through the month of October. It is closed on the third Wednesday of the month, and from November to January. The reservoir covers 1,234 surface acres when full. There are picnic and barbecue areas, and visitors can also enjoy fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing, sailboarding, tubing, and stand up paddleboarding. Anglers can expect to find largemouth bass, sunfish, catfish, crappie, and carp. A fishing license is required for ages 16 and older. Leashed dogs are welcome. The reservoir is located at 20175 Lake Drive, Escondido. For more information, visit www.sandiego. gov/reservoirs-lakes/hodges-reservoir#undefined.

Black Mountain Open Space Park currently spans across 2,352 acres near Rancho Peñasquitos. It includes a number of trails and dirt roads that run through chaparral, hills, ridges, and canyons. From the 1,554-foot summit of Black Mountain, hikers can enjoy 360-degree views of the ocean, surrounding mountains, and downtown San Diego.

The park is home to many native plant and animal species, including coastal sage scrub, lemonade berry, manzanita, laurel sumac, California lilac, the red-diamond rattlesnake, and more than 80 species of birds.

Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve consists of 4,000 acres

Seafire Restaurant + Bar Seafire is following all CDC health and safety guidelines. They have a beautiful outdoor patio and have distanced indoor seating. Open for lunch, dinner and late night dining, Seafire’s kitchen is open until closing time. The husband and wife team work together like a harmonious violinist and cellist, and the two of them create delicious dining delicacies. Choose any of their New-American style and Mediterranean house specialties. Using the freshest vegetables, seasonings and ingredients, they accent their masterpiece Lamb Chops, Steamed Mussels, Shrimp Scampi, Seared Scallops, Kabobs, Rack of Lamb, or Crispy Skin Salmon, with whipped garlic potatoes, and sautéed Brussels sprouts. Their salads and soups are delicious. Right now, Seafire is offering $9.95 lunch and dinner specials of either Chicken Breast Linguini Pasta plate or a Chicken Kabob plate. Both are amazing and delicious meals and are only $9.95!

Try the Roasted Beet Salad, the Greek Salad, or Fish Chowder. Their woodfired pizza from their signature Napoleon-style brick oven is amazing. The Italian

made, custom designed, domed brick oven produces authentic, delicious pizza with perfectly browned thin crust.

Happy Hour is always lively with $7 Well Drinks, $3 off Draft Beers, $2 off Bottled Beers, with delicious fish tacos, gyro sliders, Jalapeno poppers, and real brick-oven pizza. They have late night happy hour and live music on the patio Wednesday-Saturday nights. Call for music lineup. Live Jazz Sunday Brunch includes music by Sodie and Wayne, and others, with $4 mimosas and $5 Bloody Marys, from 1 to 4pm. Seafire Restaurant’s indoor décor is filled with natural light and the outdoor patio is large with an open window and attached bar.

Happy hour is ALL DAY on Sunday, daily from 3:30-6:30pm, and 10pm til close Mon-Thurs. Prices, menu items, and music subject to change.

Seafire is located at 6030 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad 92011. Call (760) 6039672 or visit www.seafirerestaurantcarlsbad.com.

bordered by Rancho Peñasquitos and Mira Mesa. There are 37 miles of trails, along with a waterfall and a variety of rare and endangered species in several different habitats. The preserve is also rich with Native American history, boasting the Santa Maria de Los Peñasquitos Adobe (circa 1823) at the east end off of Black Mountain Road and Canyonside Park Driveway, and the El Cuervo adobe at the west end. Hikers can expect to find sycamore trees, California live oak trees, Pacific tree frogs, egrets, mule deer, bobcats, coyotes, racoons, and even a freshwater marsh.

San Pasqual/Clevenger Canyon Open Space Park is part of the San Dieguito River Park. Bicyclists and equestrians are not allowed on the trails, but hikers are welcome to venture through the peaks, sloped canyons, and chaparral. The trails were originally used by the Kumeyaay people, who are believed to have gathered more than 12,000 native plants from the area. Clevenger Canyon is home to the rare Englemann Oak tree.

Del Mar Mesa Preserve has 900 acres of equestrian, bicycling, and hiking trails in a country-like setting brimming with natural chaparral. It is located south of California State Route 56, between Carmel Valley and Rancho Peñasquitos.

Carmel Mountain Preserve is situated between the areas of Del Mar Heights to the north and Carmel Country Highlands to the south. It features a loop trail that winds through rural and natural landscaping.

City of San Diego parks are open from sunrise to sunset. For more information, visit www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/parks.

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Concerts in Your Car Series at Del Mar Fairgrounds Audience members can listen to live music from the comfort and safety of their own vehicles. Each concert is performed on a four-sided stage, with four large screens for optimum viewing. There is a visual light show and multimedia entertainment as well.

Slightly Stoopid, October 10, 8pm Created by Kyle McDonald and Miles Doughty, Slightly Stoopid combines southern California roots with a reggae rock sound. The San Diego band has expanded to include Ryan “Rymo” Moran on drums, percussionist Oguer “OG” Ocon, Daniel “Dela” Delacruz on saxophone, Paul Wolstencroft on keyboard, Andy Geib on

trumpet and trombone. Since 1996, they have produced nine studio albums and four recordings of live concerts. They have toured nationally and internationally, appearing at Coachella, Lollapalooza, and New Orleans Jazz Fest.

The Beach Boys, October 24, 8pm Drawing on southern California surf culture, the group is known for its vocal harmonies and innovative recording methods to become one of the most successful bands in the world. They have sold more than 100 million records and were ranked as number 12 on “Rolling Stone’s” 2004 list of “100 Greatest Artists of All Time.” The group received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1980.

Aaron Lewis and Sully Erna, November 1, 8pm Aaron Lewis of Staind and Sully Erna of Godsmack per-

form an intimate acoustic concert together. Lewis has released three solo studio albums and seven albums with Staind. In 2011, his song, “Country Boy,” earned nominations for U.S.A. Weekend Breakthrough Video of the Year and Collaborative Video of the Year at the CMT Music Awards. Erna has also produced three solo studio albums, ten albums with Godsmack, and two albums with Meliah Rage and Strip Mind. In addition to singing vocals and playing rhythm guitar, he is also a harmonica player, percussionist, and pianist.

Tickets are available online and in advance only. Tickets are first come, first parked in the row that was purchased.

The Del Mar Fairgrounds are located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. For more information, visit www. concertsinyourcar.com.

The Scream Zone Brings Scares to the Streets with New Haunted Drive-Thru Through October 31  We’re Giving Away Tickets!

The Scream Zone is San Diego’s largest and longest-running haunted attraction. It returns for the 23rd year with the debut of a new attraction, Drive-Thru Scream Zone: Road Kill, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.

Through October 31, guests can experience frights from the discomfort of their own automobile, while still staying safe from COVID-19.

Vehicles weave through a mile-long course that has been transformed into scenes from classic horror films and the minds of The Scream Zone’s creators. Guests can enter their worst nightmares and find paranormal activity in Conjuring Row; stop at Satan’s service station as they struggle through the Dead End Truck Stop; and wave to neighbors Freddy, Jason, and Chucky at the intersection of Horror Icon Way and Nightmare on Elm Street. In Clown Alley, Poltergeist and Pennywise show guests that coulrophobia is no laughing matter. The Mine Shaft Trail takes guests to the darkest dungeons, and bloodsucking vampires lurk in the shadows at Dusk Til Dawn. At Zombie Carnival Row, there is a clash between the undead and the living. There’s only one way out, and it’s down the deadliest of drives on Fury Road.

Admission ranges from $45 to $70. Only standardsize vehicles can be accommodated. The Scream Zone is open from 7 to 10pm Sunday through Thursday and from 7 to 11pm Friday and Saturday. It is open for 23 days of gore, with closures on October 5-7, 12-13, 19-20, and 26. Del Mar Fairgrounds is located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar. For more information, call (858) 755-1161 or visit www.thescreamzone.com.

Enter to Win Tickets! We are giving away pairs of tickets to Scream Zone. Please visit www.

NorthCountySun.com and fill in the simple entry form. Ticket winners will be randomly selected. Only one entry per person/email address is permitted. Must be 18 years old or older to enter. Some restrictions apply.

100-Acre Bates Nut Farm’s Giant Big Mac Pumpkin Fields are Open!

We’re Giving Away Tickets!

100 years ago, Bates Nut Farm, was a family-owned and run farm with groves of walnut trees. That was a long time ago, but over the years the walnut trees have mostly been replaced with 100-acres of beautiful shade trees, a ranch house, corn fields, a country store, a petting corral for the kids, and over 15-acres of pumpkin fields with some of the largest size pumpkins you’ll ever see. Photo opportunities are in every direction.

Breathe in the fresh air, put on your required mask, and Halloween costume, and social distance in the safe wideopen outdoor environment. Then grab a wheel barrel and wander through the thousands of pumpkins to select your favorite size and shape.

Bate’s Country Store has isles and isles of nuts from all over the world, and Bate’s roasts their own! The store has jams, jellies, sauces and spices, teas, glazed fruit, homemade fudge and all sorts of candy. Select ready-made holiday gift baskets or make your own. The Farmer’s Daughter Boutique has all kinds of kitchenware, decorations, candles, clothing, and unique gift items.

The Pumpkin Fields, food trucks, Family-friendly safe

Hay Rides, Straw Maze, and Petting Corral are open daily through the month of October (subject to change). Kid’s Pony Rides are fun and there will be a fresh clean individual sheet of plastic for kid’s to sit on. The 15-Acre Giant Pumpkin Fields are open–October 1-31, daily, from 9am to 5pm. Come dressed in costume (any day) and get $1 off admission to the Hay Ride. Pick up your Scavenger Hunt card inside the Country Store The famous Scarecrow Contest takes place on October 10. Participants can design and build scarecrows to exhibit in the Pumpkin fields and will add to the farm’s huge collection. Each entry receives a free jack-o-lantern pumpkin and certificate of participation. Entries and completed registration forms can be turned in from 1 to 5pm on October 12 or before 10am on October 10. Cash prizes and gift certificates are awarded to the top entries in various categories.

Kids aren’t the only ones dressing up for Halloween at Bates Nut Farm. Howl-o-Ween Doggie Costume Contest and Parade takes place on October 24, from 11am to 12pm. The annual Howl-o-ween Doggie Costume Contest and Parade offers a chance for dogs of all shapes and sizes to strut their stuff while competing for prizes. Registration

begins at 9am and the parade and judging starts at 11am.

Christmas on the Farm welcomes East County Cruisers on Nov 7, and The Buick Club on Nov 8.

And don’t miss Santa Clause when Santa comes to the farm on November 27-29. Lots of fun, arts and crafts, food, music, and a vintage market!

Enter to Win Tickets! We are giving away family fun-packs of tickets that include a gift certificate for a pumpkin, family hayride, and straw maze adventure! Please visit www.

NorthCountySun.com and fill in the simple entry form.

Only one entry per person/ email address is permitted. Everything is subject to change. Can redeem any weekend in October. Winners will be randomly selected and notified by phone and email. There is $5 parking on October weekends. Bates Nut Farm is located at15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center. (N. on I-15 one exit past I-78) For more information call (760) 749-3333 or visit www.batesnutfarm.biz.

Looking for a New Career?

CSUSM Offers Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language Certificate In December 2015, Scott Havenor was laid off from a 26-year career in the software business. Looking to start a new chapter, he learned about the Teaching English as a Second Language/Foreign Language (TESL/TEFL) certificate at CSUSM. Havenor completed the program in May 2017 and immediately saw the value of his new certificate. He connected with a school in Ukraine that teaches American English to local corporations so they can integrate into the globalized economy. The job application required a TESL/TEFL certificate and the interview included preparing a sample lesson, so Havenor selected a lesson he had created as part of the certificate program. He received a swift offer and six weeks after earning his TESL/ AMERICAN LANGUAGE & CULTURE INSTITUTE N O R T H

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TEFL certificate, Havenor was heading to Dnipro, Ukraine, for a four-month teaching assignment. “I was thinking I was really retired,” he says. “This program has validated my professional life since being laid off and has given me a sense of contentment that I was missing. It was the bridge that has enabled this new life I am now going to have.”

Designed for those with minimal or no English language teaching experience who are interested in teaching English abroad (EFL) or in the U.S. (ESL), this 120-hour certificate focuses on best practices in methods, materials and techniques used to teach English as a second/foreign language. The program provides professional development and employment guidance with a strong emphasis on hands-on training and practice with English-language learners in a university setting. Sessions are taught by master teachers

with extensive experience in TESL/TEFL, teacher training, and curriculum development.

Participants receive ample opportunities for developing effective lesson plans and syllabi, practicing classroom management strategies, peer-teaching, and classroom facilitation. The 15-week spring course is offered Tuesday and Thursday evenings for 8 hours per week, and the 6-week summer intensive course runs Monday through Friday on the CSUSM campus for a total of 20 hours per week.

For more information, visit www.csusm.edu/alci or contact us at tesl-tefl@csusm.edu or (760) 750-3200.

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Peter Sprague’s Musical Collab “Live(ish) From SpragueLand” Virtual Live Concerts Oct. 22, Nov. 5, Nov. 19

By Hayley Ulle Local surfer and master of chill, Peter Sprague is an award-winning jazz musician and Encinitas resident who has collaborated with numerous artists, including Chick Corea, Leonard Patton, and Charles McPherson, over the span of his career. He is a two-time recipient of Chamber Music America’s New Works Jazz Grant and he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from San Diego Music Awards in 2015, among other accolades. Influenced by his father and his brother Tripp’s love of music, Peter Sprague began playing guitar at age 10. He became interested in jazz as a junior high school student, studied briefly at Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan, and went on to turn his passion into an accomplished career of 54 years and counting. Peter says he loves jazz because of its heavy reliance on improvisation, making him feel like a “composer of the moment.”

However, when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, “For all of us musicians, everything came to a screeching halt,” Peter said.

It greatly impacted even the most accomplished veterans of

the music industry. But after some serious contemplation, Peter went to work creating a long-time dream to innovatively combine audio and video at his Encinitas recording studio, which he calls SpragueLand. As it turns out, the transition to a virtual lifestyle was just the push he needed to bring his dream to fruition. In June, Peter began sharing episodes of “Live(ish) From SpragueLand,” which are live-streamed concerts featuring collaborations with local, national, and international musicians. In several episodes, Peter performs with a band comprised of his brother on saxophone and flute, Mack Leighton on bass, and Duncan Moore on drums.

The concerts regularly feature other musicians as well, such as Rebecca Jade, Allison Adams Tucker, Lisa Hightower, Mark Lessman, and Danny Green. Each episode has a different theme; past themes have included songs from The Virus Vacuum, Stevie Wonder, and Cream.

“Live(ish) from SpragueLand” did not come to fruition without some bumps in the road, according to Peter. He explained that the sound quality of online platforms like Zoom and the slow internet upload speed at SpragueLand Studio presented challenges when he first began. After appealing to cable and internet companies to no avail, he got permission from his neighbor to dig a trench in her yard so that Cox could install the cable needed for faster internet speed. With the help of his friend, Brian, Peter spent two days digging. He also enlisted the assistance of his friend, Steve, to manage video switching during the live performances.

Social distancing guidelines required Peter to summon his ingenuity and find new ways of delivering performances safely. Each musician performs from a separate room, equipped with headphones, a microphone, and a video camera, in Peter’s five-room recording studio.

While some guests are local musicians, he said that the virtual format has allowed him to collaborate with musi-

29th Annual San Diego Music Awards The San Diego Music Awards has become an annual tradition that celebrates the unique local talent of San Diego’s music scene. The awards cover a variety of genres, including pop, rock, jazz, country, rap, indie, and world music.

Artists and bands are recognized with awards in more than 20 categories, such as Best Singer/Songwriter, Best Rock Album, Best Live Band, and Best New Artist. The show also raises funds to support The San Diego Music Foundation’s Guitars for Schools program, a partnership with Taylor Guitars that aims to maintain music programs in K-12 schools.

In recent years, awards have been presented in early March at House of Blues San Diego. The presentation of this year’s 29th Annual San Diego Music Awards was originally scheduled for March 23 at House of Blues; however, due to COVID, the show was postponed. Winners were announced in a virtual format on July 6. See our list of this year’s winners. In addition to the awards presentation, the virtual show features performances from MDRN HSTRY, Gregory Page, Jason Mraz, Chaska Potter, Evan Diamond, Rebecca Jade and The Cold Fact, Sully, The Sleepwalkers, David Maldonado, and Richard Blitz and The Blitz Brothers. It is available to watch online at www. sandiegomusicawards.com.

2020 San Diego Music Awards Winners and Categories Best Singer/Songwriter – Nina Francis Best Jazz – Euphoria Brass Band Best Jazz Album – Nathan Hubbard Trio (This Stream) Best Blues – Taryn Donath Best Blues Album – Shane Hall (West River Queen) Best Country/Americana – The Sleepwalkers Best Country/Americana Album – Trouble in the Wind (All the Boys) Best Hip Hop/Rap – Riston Diggs & Sly Beats Best Hip Hop/Rap Album – Parker Meridien (The Bully Pulpit) Best Indie/Alternative – Aviator Stash Best Indie/Alternative Album – Ten Bulls (Physicians Magician) Best Pop – Johnny Tarr Best Pop Album – Chloe Lou and the Liddells (Storybook) Best Rock – MDRN HSTRY Best Rock Album – The Schizophonics (People In The Sky) Best World Music – Yale Strom & Hot Pstrami Best World Music Album – Marujah (Gypsy Noise Ritual) Best Local Recording – Sure Fire Soul Ensemble (Build Bridges) Best Live Band – Sully Best New Artist – The Shanghais R&B Artist of the Year – Rebecca Jade Song of the Year – The Frets (Naïve Adolescence) Album of the Year – Switchfoot (Native Tongue) Lifetime Achievement Award – Richard “Blitz” Livoni

Rady Children’s Ice Rink November 19-January 10 Rady Children’s Ice Rink returns to Liberty Station once again this year, in accordance with COVID-19 guidelines.

Visitors can skate under the stars at the outdoor rink in a safe, healthy environment. The rink is open from November 19 to January 10.

Tickets range from $10 for Rady Children’s Hospital staff and military with ID to $15 for general adult admission.

Tickets include skate rental and can be purchased at the

rink. All net proceeds from ticket sales benefit The Peckham Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Rady Children’s Hospital – San Diego. The Peckham Center’s Thriving After Cancer program links children with cancer and their families to services and educational resources about living a healthy lifestyle. All subject to change, so please check website www.radyfoundation.org/auxiliary/featured-events/ fantasy-on-ice—-auxiliary.

cians nationally and internationally, too. One episode featured Danish vocalist Sinne Eeg, while another featured New York City pianist Rob Schneiderman.

Non-local musicians record a track prior to the show that Peter Sprague and friends use to complement their live performance. The episodes are produced in an informal style, capturing banter between songs and short interviews with non-local musicians. Peter’s wife, Stefanie, manages a live chat box during performances, providing an opportunity for fans to interact with the musicians in real-time. Now four months into his virtual concert series, Peter expressed satisfaction with the response he has received from fans all over the world, including Europe and Japan. “It’s been super successful and so much fun,” he said.

Each concert is free, but there is a virtual tip jar for those who would like to contribute through PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle. Peter said he’d love for “Live(ish) from SpragueLand” to reach an even wider audience and he invites everyone to tune in for the next episode. Episodes are posted on his YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/user/spragueman, every other Thursday. The next one is at 7:30pm on October 22, followed by episodes on November 5 and 19. For more information, visit www.petersprague.com or contact Peter directly at peter@petersprague.com.

New Rapid Deploy Absorption Product to Protect Your Home From Water Damage

By Andy Lee Two young Oceanside entrepreneurs, and Spillbully Corporation business partners, Carlos Medina and Brian Robinson, want to help you protect your home and business from water leaks and floods. When you leave your home you don’t really know if a water pipe under your kitchen or bathroom sink, or a valve at your washing machine hookup, or the bottom of your water heater has sprung a slow leak and started to drip, drip, drip…and often by the time you find out…sometimes days or weeks later, it’s too late and the water damage has already happened. Medina and Robinson’s 6-year old environmental company in Oceanside, called Spillbully Corporation, has an amazing solution with their new and inexpensive rapid-deploy absorption products called Pronto Sacks and Pronto Snakes.

Place a flattened lightweight Pronto Sack under any exposed water pipes. If a leak occurs, the dripping water makes contact with the Pronto Sack. The Pronto Sack immediately absorbs and captures the water. And, as the leaking water gets captured the Pronto Sack rapidly fills and expands and grows without leaking the water out of the sack! Amazingly, the Pronto Sack remains dry! The Pronto Sack captures the water, fills up, and contains the water, so you don’t have severe water damage to your cabinets, walls, and floors! Pronto Sack is 100% environmentally friendly and 100% disposable and acts as added insurance from home water leaks!

Another new product, much like the Pronto Sack, is their Pronto Snake! Place the long flat lightweight Pronto Snake at doorways during the rainy season to prevent flooding rainwater from entering your home. The Pronto Snake rapidly fills with water, and when full, becomes a strong barrier that will divert water away from entering your home! Homeowners with poorly constructed sloped patio slabs and walkways often fear when heavy rainstorms occur. Pronto Snakes are 100% environmentally safe and 100% disposable, and act as added insurance from home water floods!

Pronto Sacks cost as little as $8 each and are not available yet in retail stores. It’s a very small investment to protect your home! Please view the YouTube video and watch with your own eyes https//youtu.be/F3nkmgkITO. For pricing and to place orders please call (760) 505-3390 or visit www.spillbully.com or call ahead for an appointment to visit their warehouse at 180 Roymar Rd, Suite A, Oceanside, CA 92058. (See advertisement on page 21)

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New Leaf’s Impressive Album “Feels Like…”

By Andy Lee It was certainly a weird time for San Diego North County’s band, New Leaf, to release their first album “Feels Like...”, during a dreadful COVID-19 pandemic Stay at Home order. I mean, most bands release their album and go on tour, right? Not New Leaf. Although they were solidly booked until the lock down happened, they still decided to release their album, virtually.

There really isn’t much of anything conventional about this band. At first you might think they’re a soulful Reggae Ska band because of their upfull Jamaican vibe with a horn section that is unmistakable, but New Leaf’s singer/ songwriter Danny Primavera says, “What you won’t see or hear are fake Jamaican accents. We concentrate on doing ourselves the best we can.” The band agrees that they strive to be different than any other Reggae band around and are influenced by bands from New Zealand and the East Coast. What you will see and hear are a tight group of professional musicians jamin’ with their Leucadia beachstyle proclivity in board shorts with resolute Jamaican Reggae roots influences.

Their new album demonstrates how well they sound in a studio, but there’s something stirring about seeing New

Leaf perform live that’s quite authentic and infectious.

Infectious in a good way, not a Coronavirus way.

They sound great live and always draw big crowds at their shows. Drummer, Scott Clayton, when he’s not working as a booking agent for other bands with his business On Point Promotions, lays down a driving back beat that keeps everyone on their feet, while lead singer/songwriter Danny Primavera sings up front and plays lead with rhythm guitar triads. The band seems to liven up even more when keyboardist, Adam “Jah Mex” Arredondo, bass guitarist, Kevin Vance, and the horns of alto sax, Jeff Dresser and trombone, Logan Stevens, drop in to blend interesting textures together as one. It’s a sight and sound to behold.

Love these guys any time and any day with 5 out of 5 leafs on their new album with favorite songs “Down in the Deep,” and the album title “Feels Like….” Listen to and purchase New Leaf’s album “Feels Like…” on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Amazon Music, Pandora, iTunes, and Google Play Store or click on this link https://newleafmusic.bandcamp.com/ album/feels-like.

Follow New Leaf on Facebook at www.facebook.com/newleafreggae for upcoming shows and livestreams.

DON’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT THIS Locally owned Oceanside company introduces a new and innovative product called PRONTO SACK® that will protect your house, office, or apartment from small water leaks to floods! Place the lightweight (flat deflated) PRONTO SACK® under your kitchen and bathroom sinks, behind your washing machine, and around your water heater tank to quickly deploy, absorb and inflate with gallons of water. It’s water activated! Worried about poorly sloped patio slabs or walkways with poor drainage that might flood through your doorways? Place lightweight and deflated PRONTO SNAKE® along doorways to protect your floors! PRONTO SNAKE® rapidly deploys, fills with water, and diverts unwanted water from entering your home. PRONTO SNAKE® becomes a flood barrier!

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O’side Turkey Trot Goes Virtual O’side Turkey Trot Race Director Kathy Kinane and her team at the Move Your Feet Before You Eat Foundation

were very indecisive regarding their running event this year on Thanksgiving Day due to the Coronavirus and CDC restrictions. Then the requests came pouring in to have their 15th Anniversary become a Virtual Trot. There have been years when 10,000 runners and walkers have participated in Downtown Oceanside. This years Trotters will be able to register and participate anywhere, anytime, and still be able to raise funds for over 80 local non-profits that serve Oceanside residents.

Registration opened on September 10 and it is off to a very good start. To accommodate the Virtual Trotters, participants can choose to have their shirt and medal shipped to them or picked up at 3 different pick up times starting two weeks prior to the trot. This option will help service trotters who are planning to travel. The 2020 Virtual Trot registration fees are set at historic lows to accommodate

those trotters who have been impacted by the financial challenges of COVID-19. $100 gift certificates will go to the Top 15 largest teams over 20 and the top three most popular photos of registered participants in costume that are posed on @osideTurkeyTrot. One of the Trots first teams to register added a little comedy to the current situation by naming their team “Teachers Running Off The Crazy.” Registration is at www.osideturkeytrot.com.

Komen San Diego Virtual Race for the Cure November 1, 8:30am In an effort to help community members with breast cancer, Komen San Diego is hosting a Virtual Race for the Cure for the first time on November 1. The event kicks off at 8:30am, with a livestreamed opening ceremony on Komen San Diego’s social media accounts. The race begins at 9am. Participants

are encouraged to walk on a treadmill at home, around their neighborhood, at a park, or on their favorite hiking trail. The newly updated Race for the Cure mobile app brings a sense of community connection to the event, as it allows participants to engage with others, share images and download filters for social media, collect reward

10th Annual Ritz-Carlton Surfing Santa and Stand Up Paddleboard Contest November 21-22 Surfing Santa and Stand Up Paddleboard Contest celebrates 10 years of competition when it returns to Salt Creek Beach Park, just below the Ritz-Carlton in Laguna Niguel, from November 21 to 22.

Contestants are invited to dress like Santa or other holiday-inspired characters while they compete. There are male and female categories, and all ages are welcome.

The two-day event raises funds for Surfers Healing, a non-profit surf camp for children with autism. The Ritz-Carlton has raised more than $390,000 to benefit children with autism, since it began partnering with Surfers Healing. Event is subject to change. For more information, visit www.surfingsantacontest.org.

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