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FACES IN THE CROWD MAYOR MATT HALL IN THE SPOTLIGHT

THERAPEUTIC LITERACY CENTER (Z)

PARK IT!

ALGA NORTE COMMUNITY PARK HAS ARRIVED (Z)

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER (Z) BRAD AND BETH THORP

FUNNY GIRL

COMEDIAN ROSEMARY WATSON

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PARK IT!

Welcome to Alga Norte! Discover what it took to make a thirty-two-acre sports and recreation park a reality for Carlsbad residents.

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BACK TO THE PUTTING GREEN STUDENT STAR CAMDEN ALTENBERN (Z) YOUR NEIGHBOR’S RECIPE THE FRENCH EPICERIE’S CREPES

LOCAL FAMILY THE JONES FAMILY (Z) A LOVE TO LAST A LIFETIME STEEL AND GLASS

NEW EXHIBIT AT CARLSBAD SCULPTURE GARDEN

MAVERICKS SPRING SPORTS PREVIEW CATCH THAT BUBBLE!

BECKA AND THE BIG BUBBLE COMES TO CARLSBAD

MERCHANT PROFILE THE CLUB AT LA COSTA

NEW FIRE CHIEF FOR CARLSBAD MEET MICHAEL DAVIS

MERCHANT PROFILE

SWEETEN WEALTH MANAGEMENT

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ELEMENTS THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

SPEEDING DOWN THE HIGHWAY CARLSBAD UNITED FC

A FUSION OF SOCCER FORCE

IN OUR OWN BACKYARD TO THE MUSEUM! SUP CHICKS STANDING UP FOR A CAUSE

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:::: FROM THE PUBLISHER

Vol. 2, No. 7 TM

Publisher Derrick Breaux

What is the Special Ingredient?

atching each issue of this magazine come together is a very exciting thing for me. Regardless of the number of editorial meetings that we have, it is always fun to see the completed design in print. We feature local students, families, volunteers, businesses and other stories as they relate to our immediate community. We often talk about how there’s a little something for everyone inside of these pages – whether you are 4 years old or 104 years old. Many people often ask me about our community and what makes it a special place. It’s easy to run down the typical list – beautiful homes, high-ranking schools, nice people, close proximity to a lot of things, etc. We talk about these things all of the time. In fact, many of us moved to our community specifically for these things. But there’s something more. There seems to be a special ingredient that can be found in our great communities. I believe that special ingredient is volunteerism. I recently had a conversation with a friend discussing how volunteers have such a positive impact on our local town. In fact, he took it one step further and stated that our community is as nice as it is specifically because of the contribution and donation of time of local volunteers. The more I thought about it, the more I had to agree. There’s something special that happens when people donate their precious time Derrick Breaux for the greater good of the community. Volunteering comes in many Publisher forms. Some people are capable of donating great amounts of time and energy. Others have a more limited ability to donate time. The important ingredient is that contributions are in fact made – big or small. Regardless of the amount of individual time that a person can gift to the community, it’s hard to deny the huge difference that it makes. Whether you are running one of the communities’ nonprofit organizations, volunteering at local events, or simply picking up the occasional piece of litter left behind on the sidewalk, our communities are definitely better places because of the people that do it. Regards, Derrick Breaux, Publisher

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:::: COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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FEBRUARY FEB. 1

FEB. 17

MITCHELL THORP FOUNDATION PRESENTS: ”HEARTS FOR HOPE”

PRESIDENTS’ DAY

8:30 a.m. | Poinsettia Park

PUPPY PRESCHOOL & BASIC HOME MANNERS

FEB. 2

JEWELRY MAKING FOR KIDS For ages 6 to 12

FEB. 18 – MARCH 25

www.carlsbad.org

FEB. 25 – APRIL 1 4:30 – 5:25 p.m. | Stagecoach Community Center Register online www.carlsbadconnect.org

For dogs 8 weeks and older

GROUNDHOG DAY

8 – 8:55 a.m. | Alga Norte Dog Park

CERAMICS FOR KIDS

For ages 6 to 12

GIRL SCOUT COOKIE SALES BEGIN

www.carlsbadconnect.org

3:30 – 4:25 p.m. | Stagecoach Community Center

FEB. 4

FEB. 21

NORTH COAST STRINGS CONCERT Admission is free

ROCK IN THE PARK: A TRIBUTE TO LOREN NANCARROW

7:30 p.m. | Carlsbad Community Church

7 – 10 p.m. | Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

www.museumofmakingmusic.org

www.rhfleet.org/events/rock-park

FEB. 6

FEB. 22

DISCOVER GRAUER TOURS

SUPERBOWL-A-THON

Semi-private tours of the The Grauer School

For Optimist Club of Carlsbad

Tours begin: 9:15 a.m. | The Grauer School

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Vista Entertainment Center

www.grauerschool.com

For reservations and information, contact

FEB. 28 BUSINESS IS ROARING: ANNUAL BUSINESS AWARDS DINNER Hosted by Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce 6 – 10 p.m. | Omni La Costa Resort & Spa www.carlsbad.org

Rich Busby at 760-304-0006

FEB. 7 LOCAL FLAVOR: CLAY COLTON BAND

SHREDDING & E-WASTE RECYCLING EVENT

6 p.m. | Museum of Making Music

Hosted by Bethlehem Community Preschool

www.museumofmakingmusic.org

Recommended donation $5 per copy box/bag Hard drive destruction: $10 per hard drive (if out of computer);

FEB. 7 – 8

$20 to remove

ALADDIN JR.

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Feb. 7: 6 p.m.

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Bethlehem Lutheran Church

Feb. 8: 2 p.m.

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Carlsbad Cultural Arts Center www.aoes.cusd.ca.schoolloop.com

FEB. 23

FEB. 9

SISTER CITY AMBASSADORS PRESENTS: ”AROUND THE WORLD, THE MUSICAL”

WOMEN’S WEEK EVENTS MARCH 17

OPENING NIGHT Wine tasting, networking, and inspirational speakers 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Bernardo Winery

MARCH 19

HEALTH, BEAUTY, FASHION AND FITNESS Makeovers, discussions, forums, fashion show and more 5:30 – 8 p.m. | Sharp Rees-Stealy at Scripps Ranch

THE HIGHWAYMAN CONCERT FEATURING NANCARROW

An original comedy by Carlsbad playwright, Joanne Brouk

A portion of tickets sold will be donated to

www.carlsbadambassadors.us

FEMME FINANCE: WHAT’S IN, WHAT’S OUT, WHAT’S HOT, WHAT’S NOT

7 p.m. | Belly Up Tavern

FEB. 24; MARCH 24

www.bellyup.com/event/the-highwayman-5

CARLSBAD PLAYREADERS PERFORMANCES

Interactive evening of fun empowering women through financial well being 6 – 8:30 pm | Hewlett Packard

The Loren Nancarrow Healing Garden

Showtimes: 2 p.m., 4 p.m. | Carlsbad Dove Library

Feb. 24: “Lost in Yonkers” by Neil Simon

FEB. 14

March 24: “God of Carnage” by Yasmina Reza

VALENTINE’S DAY

7:30 p.m. | Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium at the Carlsbad City Library

FEB. 15

MARCH 20

MARCH 21

WOMEN’S CONFERENCE A full day of inspiring speakers and luncheon 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Harrah’s Rincon Casino & Resort

www.carlsbadplayreaders.org

CELEBRATE THE STRAT Fender Guitar’s Stratocaster 60 Anniversary celebration th

7 p.m. | Museum of Making Music www.museumofmakingmusic.org

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MARCH

MARCH 15

ONGOING THROUGH FEB. 7

ST. PATRICK’S DAY IN THE VILLAGE

MARCH 7

Pancake breakfast, live entertainment, and an Irish meal

CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION PREVIEW PERFORMANCES

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Previews: Jan. 31 – Feb. 7

All day | State and Grand Parking Lot

Opening Night: Feb. 8

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Thurs., Fri., Sat.: 8 p.m. | Matinee Sat. 3 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m.

THE GRAUER SCHOOL: ANNUAL WINE EVENT Hosted by the Parent Association 6:30 – 9 p.m. | The Grauer School, Great Hall www.grauerschool.com

Carlsbad Village Theater

MARCH 17

MARCH 8

ST. PATRICK’S DAY

POINSETTIA ELEMENTARY CASINO NIGHT & AUCTION

MARCH 20

6 – 9 p.m. | Bellefleur Restaurant www.pes.cusd.ca.schoolloop.com

MARCH 9 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS

FIRST DAY OF SPRING

7:30 – 9 p.m. | La Costa Canyon High School www.lc.sduhsd.net

MARCH 14 CARILLO ELEMENTARY JOG-A-THON 9 a.m. | Carillo Elementary School www.carrilloelementary.org

OPENING IN MARCH THE BANJO: A NEW DAY FOR AN OLD INSTRUMENT Museum of Making Music www.museumofmakingmusic.org

MARCH 27 CRUISING THE ART SCENE

ONGOING THROUGH MARCH 14

5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Carlsbad Village Faire

AP EXAM REGISTRATION

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For San Dieguito Union High School District www.2014aptests.com

MARCH 13 COMEDY SPORTZ

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ONGOING THROUGH APRIL 1

WEDNESDAYS

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:::: SPORTS REGISTRATION & ANNOUNCEMENTS BASEBALL CARLSBAD YOUTH BASEBALL

Online registration available for Shetland, Pinto, Mustang, Bronco, Pony, and Colt-Palomino programs www.carlsbadyouthbaseball.org

LA COSTA YOUTH ORGANIZATION BASEBALL Spring season practices starts Feb. 1 Opening Day on Feb. 22 Games begin March 1 www.lcyo.org

OPENING DAY CLINIC FOR LCYO BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL Hosted by Coach Kurtis Swanberg from Little Rookies T-Ball, Pitching Machine and Softball School For ages 5 – 7 Feb. 22 8 – 11 a.m. | El Camino Creek School www.littlerookiestballschool.com

5TH ANNUAL HOME RUN DERBY & ALUMNI GAME Feb. 8 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Carlsbad High School Register online at www.lancerbaseball.org

BASKETBALL ADULT MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE Online registration ends Feb. 7 First meetings in March www.carlsbadconnect.org

FRIDAY NIGHT HOOPS

March 7 – April 4 Grades 3rd – 4th: 5 – 6:30 p.m. Grades 5th – 7th: 6:30 – 8 p.m. Calavera Hills Community Center Register online www.carlsbadconnect.org

FLAG FOOTBALL NFL PLAY 60 YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE REGISTRATION

Feb. 17 – May 17 | Alga Norte Park Ages: 1st – 8th grade Info: email grant.titus@carlsbad.gov www.carlsbadconnect.org

LACROSSE CARLSBAD YOUTH LACROSSE SPRING 2014 SEASON REGISTRATION Pee-wee and middle school program for 1st – 8th grade boys Registration ends April 19 www.carlsbadlacrosse.com

RUGBY CARLSBAD THUNDER RUGBY March 15: End of Season Tournament See website for time and location www.carlsbadthunderrugby.com

RUNNING MITCHELL THORP FOUNDATION RUN/WALK Feb. 1 Register online 9:30 a.m.| Poinsettia Park www.mitchellthorp.org/events

SKATE ALGA NORTE COMMUNITY SKATE PARK Now Open: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. daily www.carlsbadca.gov

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SOCCER TRYOUTS FOR CARLSBAD UNITED F.C. SPRING SEASON 2014 U10 – U14: beginning Feb. 17, 24 U15 and above: TBD See website for official times and locations www.cufc.us

SOFTBALL LA COSTA YOUTH ORGANIZATION SOFTBALL Spring season practices start Feb. 1 Opening day on Feb. 22 Games begin March 1 www.lcyo.org

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CSA GIRLS YOUTH SOFTBALL LEAGUE SPRING 2014 Opening day on Feb. 1 Calavera Hills www.carlsbadsoftball.org

SWIMMING RECREATION SWIM

Jan. 2 through June 15 Mon. – Fri.: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Sat./Holidays: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sun.: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Alga Norte Aquatic Center www.carlsbadca.gov

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photos provided by Steve Lincoln

he 5th Semi-Annual Aviara Homeowners Golf Tournament was “a great success” according to Steve Lincoln, a participant and organizer for the tournament. Over 100 golfers participated in the eighteen hole scramble event, raising over $2,500 for the Assistance League of North Coast, who in turn assist in the unmet needs of children in Vista, Oceanside, and Carlsbad. A special thanks is extended to the Park Hyatt hotel staff, the Aviara Master Association, A. McKibbin and Co., Everbank, Title 365 Young’s Market Company, and Ballast Point Breweries on behalf of Steve Lincoln of the Lincoln Realty Group. ¢

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:::: FACES IN THE CROWD

Meet the Mayor

Carlsbad Mayor Matt Hall Has Deep Roots in the Community He Serves by JENNIFER FRAKES | photos by Soul of Photography

s a resident of Carlsbad since 1970, Mayor Matt Hall has a deep love of the community and the people who reside in it. He has served on the Carlsbad City Council and is a long-time member of the Village Redevelopment Committee, the Carlsbad Chamber of Congress and many other local civic organizations. He especially enjoys working with nonprofit groups, such as Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation, and businesses, such as Life Technology, to keep Carlsbad clean and beautiful. “The most rewarding part of being mayor is the opportunity to serve the residents of the Carlsbad and work with the community to build a world-class city,” revealed Mayor Hall, who cites the small-town feel and the energy of the community as some of his favorite things about Carlsbad.

Although Mayor Hall is now a full-time public servant, he and his wife, Phyllis, have long been fixtures in the Carlsbad business community. Mayor Hall owned a local business, and Phyllis owned and operated two successful restaurants in the village. As mayor, he continues to support those who do business in Carlsbad, as well as other communities within North San Diego County. “I am working very hard, along with other mayors of our surrounding communities, to help grow all of North County,” stated Mayor Hall. Giving back is also an important part of Mayor Hall’s leadership philosophy. A Vietnam veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart, he describes his service in the United States Army as giving him a “much greater appreciation of our country and our community.” Currently, he is working with Chris Megison and Solutions for Change to help individuals and families who are homeless get their lives back on track, a cause he feels passionately about supporting. Mayor Hall is also committed to ensuring that Carlsbad continues to be a great place to raise a family. He and Phyllis raised three daughters in the local community, and now enjoy spending time with their two granddaughters. “We enjoy playing with our grandchildren and especially love taking them to Legoland – it has become a second home,” related the proud grandfather. Mayor Hall and his family can often be found dining at West and Gregario’s or enjoying the beautiful ocean views along the coast of Carlsbad. ¢

Name: Matt Hall Profession: Mayor of Carlsbad Community: Carlsbad since 1970

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:::: STUDENT STAR

An Energetic Heart

Camden Altenbern Has a Lot of Heart by LINDA FRABL | photos by Soul of Photography

s if she was a little mermaid struggling to survive on dry land, nineyear-old Camden Altenbern, of the La Costa Valley neighborhood, was born with a punched valve that prevented enough blood to flow to her limbs. After immediate heart surgery, Camden not only fully recovered, but continues to find new ways to get her blood flowing. An active girl, Camden has already won medals and ribbons for softball, track, junior lifeguards and volleyball, and she additionally loves bicycling, roller skating, tennis and basketball (she was even the only girl on her basketball team!). Camden proclaimed, “My mom started me in running when I was young and I realized I had a lot of energy for sports. Now I choose different sports because I like doing things I've never done.” One sport Camden especially excels at is swimming. She has even taken mermaidthemed swimming lessons, and owns a mermaid monofin tail. Camden elaborated,

Name: School: Grade: Parents: Siblings:

Camden Caroline Altenbern El Camino Creek Elementary 4 John and Laurie Altenbern Ashley and Taylor

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“People stare when they see my monofin, but later they want to try it! I think it helped me a lot this past summer during Junior Lifeguards.” The Little Mermaid in Hans Christian Anderson’s story had an unselfish heart and wanted to provide happiness to others, and so too does Camden. She has earned numerous Girl Scout patches for completing good deeds for her community, and Camden also sells “gently-used” golf balls to raise funds to benefit autistic children. She stated, “This year I raised over $500, which my grandpa matched, so I raised over $1,000 total.” Speaking of her grandpa, Camden said he inspires her because “he always pushes me to do my best and to smile.” She also cites the volleyball player Gabrielle Reece as an inspiration because “she had a very hard childhood, but overcame her problems to become the most famous volleyball player in America.” A fourth grader at El Camino Creek Elementary, Camden’s favorite subject is arithmetic. Camden said her teachers are “really nice and smart,” and she wants to become a teacher herself in the future. Camden would also like to take piano lessons in the future – she is constantly coming up with her own unique song lyrics, so she figured, “maybe I’ll learn to put the music with the lyrics.” Whatever she embarks on, we know Camden will do it swimmingly, and with a lot of heart. ¢

“I choose different sports because I like doing things I’ve never done.”

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:::: YOUR NEIGHBOR’S RECIPE

<<<<<< The >>>>>>

French Epicerie’s

CREPES

2 9 1/4 3 1.4

Ingredients cups flour ounces milk cup sugar eggs ounces melt butter, let sit to be cold Salt

About the Chef

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

7. 8.

In a bowl, pour the ﬂour, sugar and add a pinch of salt. Add one egg at the time, and whisk until combined. You must have a thick wet batter. Pour slowly the milk over the batter, whisk until milk and egg combined. Add enough milk to get a liquid batter. Add the butter, whisk one more time. Let sit overnight or at least 2 hours. Over night is better because the butter will be completely cool and the Crepes will be more thin and light. Grease a pan with butter or spray, pour some batter on the middle of the pan and turn it until the liquid is all over the pan. Cook for 2 minutes or until the crepe slide in the pan, turn on the other side and cook 1 minute. Eat the crepes with sugar, chestnut spread, chocolate fudge, lemon jus and honey, or fresh fruits. Makes: 4 servings Total Time: 15 minutes, and rest overnight

Chef’s Name: Shiki Kamura Family Members: Husband – Lionel Moroy; Son – Lenny (3) Community of Residence: Carlsbad, La Costa Hobbies/ Interests: Cooking, gather with friends around a good meal, walk on the beach with my son Favorite Spot in 92009: Stagecoach Park to play with my son, The Forum at Carlsbad for shopping Favorite Local Activity: Walking on the trail close to my home Website: www.thefrenchepicerie.com About the Recipe: Crepes are usually made for Mardi-Gras in France. Perfect for a healthy snack for children, or for your girlfriends for an afternoon tea party. About the Chef: I was born in France and cooking is a family affair. My grandmother used to make crepes for my mom without a recipe. My mom loves to have people gather for a French dinner. My dad is Japanese, and he taught me how to cook Japanese food. My cooking is a mix between French and Japanese. Now I make crepes for my son to make him happy, and he already asks to help me when I bake. I owned a tea salon for five years in Southern France. I delighted my customers with my Parisian macarons, Financiers, Madeleines, Tarte Tatin, chocolate cake, and my famous lemon meringue pie. ¢

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:::: LOCAL FAMILY

KEEPING UP with THE JONESES This Carlsbad Family Shares Stories of Busy Lives, Mice, and Love at First by KELLEY GUSICH | photos by Soul of Photography

Family Meeting When Jason Jones decided to travel from Arizona in 1999 to Silver Lake Resort, his family’s business, to help with the Labor Day weekend, he never imagined the result. Alison was there vacationing with her parents. Her father thought he saw mice in their cabin, so while she hid under the sheets, Jason came in to lay traps. He thought Alison was a little girl hiding, but when she came out, Jason could see this was not the case. It was love at first sight!

Family Work Jason and Alison Jones have been Carlsbad residents for the past eleven years. Jason has worked almost ten years at Wimmer Yamaha and Caughey, where he is the Senior Associate Landscape Architect/Studio Manager. His firm is currently involved in the development of the city of Carlsbad’s Alga Norte Park, opening in 2014. Alison works for DeRoyal Orthopedics as a Senior Account Representative of San Diego and Las Vegas. She has worked there for almost two years, and is striving toward President’s Club.

Parents: Jason & Alison Jones Children: Kaili Mae Jones – La Costa Meadows Elementary, 3rd grade Tailor Jones – La Costa Meadows Elementary, 3rd grade Community: La Costa Meadowridge since 2003 Hometown: Jason – Mammoth Lakes, CA; Alison – Encinitas, CA Profession: Jason – Landscape Architect; Alison – Medical Sales Pet: Mr. Bun – Bunny

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Family Ties Alison is the North County local, having grown up in Encinitas. “Growing up in North County, we knew this would be a great place to raise our girls.” Those girls are Tailor and Kaili, born on December 15, 2004 and now third-graders at La Costa Meadows Elementary. Alison’s mom, dad, and sister’s family all live in 92009 within a few miles of each other. “My sister Bethany Britt has two boys to my two girls,” Alison shared. “Our kids are best friends and so are my sister and I.”

“My sister Bethany Britt has two boys to my two girls,” Alison shared. “Our kids are best friends and so are my sister and I.” Family Fun During the school year, the Joneses favorite hobby is soccer. Both girls play competitively for the Carlsbad Lightning, with Tailor playing defense and Kailli at midfield. Their team won the Presidio League this past year and are looking forward to State Cup in February. But when vacation time comes around, particularly Labor Day weekend, the family fun continues. Jason’s dad, Gary, and brother and sister-in-law, Andrew and Alisa, are now running the Silver Lake Resort, and this trip is a Jones family tradition, along with three of their very best friends and their families. This Labor Day weekend will be Jason and Alison’s fifteen year anniversary of that first fateful meeting. “It is a very special weekend that we all get to celebrate together with our family and friends.” ¢

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A Love To Last a

Lifetime

In honor of Valentine’s Day, we asked couples from 92009 to tell us their stories of how they met and fell in love.

Brad and Betsy Boddicker

etsy Boddicker - “They say you meet your special someone when you’re not looking. It’s December 1993, and I am a young career gal who is dutifully attending an evening company holiday party. Wearing a stuffy business suit, on a Wednesday night, co-workers persuaded me to go for a drink in Long Beach. Meanwhile, a tall, blonde, handsome guy drove an hour to meet his brother who lives in Indiana, but happens to be in Long Beach for business. After brief eye contact and a friendly smile, Brad pats the empty stool next to him. Twenty years and three kids later, I’m with my ‘someone.’”

Scott and Meeghan Aimone

eeghan Aimone - “Who would have thought that a girl from Carlsbad would have met the man of her dreams on a blind date at the Red Lobster of all places (I know, right!)? Certainly not me! It was a lunch blind date set-up by mutual friends. I was finishing up my senior year at USD and Scott was working at a finance company. Little did I know that the blind date, which Scott and I now affectionately call, ‘The Blind Date From Hell’, would turn into a lifetime of love. We will be celebrating our fifteenth wedding anniversary this year. I am in love with my best friend, and I am so proud to say we have two amazing kids (Sophia, 13 and Logan, 10), a beautiful home in Carlsbad, and a successful business that we own and work together at almost every day. That day at the Red Lobster, I knew my life had changed forever and everyday, I am thankful for Popcorn Shrimp.”

Chris and Cindi Herman

indi Herman - “I met my husband Chris in first grade. We would play together on the playground and he would invite me over to his house to play. I remember having a little crush on him and telling my friends when I got older that he was my first little boyfriend. All through elementary school we had the same teachers and went to each other’s birthday parties. From junior high until college we were close friends. We started dating in college, we’ve been married over ten years, we have three kids, and still have the best relationship.” ¢

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Think beyond the clubhouse.

A membership at the Club at La Costa is no ordinary country club experience. Here, instead of a traditional clubhouse, you have access to 400 acres of exhilarating family recreation. Join the club and feel like you’re vacationing at a destination resort every day. Learn more at our Family Open House and enjoy a reception, tours and family activities. February 15 or March 15 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. RSVP to membership@lacosta.com or 760-930-7055. Visit us at lacosta.com.

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Steel and Glass New Exhibit at Carlsbad Sculpture Garden

he City of Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts Office presents a new installation in its outdoor Sculpture Garden. “Steel and Glass: the Sculptures of Jeffrey Laudenslager and Deanne Sabeck” features seven works by two well-known 92024 artists. The Sculpture Garden is open to the public Mondays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Jeffery Laudenslager creates slender, elegant sculptures of steel and titanium that gently spin and turn in the wind. His kinetic creations have earned him accolades and awards and are included in public and private collections all over the world. Fellow Encinitas artist Deanne Sabeck creates equally graceful works in metal and dichroic glass that also attract major commissions worldwide. Deanne’s sculptural glass designs continually divide the light spectrum, transmitting one color while reflecting its opposite. Combining tensile strength and delicate whimsy, “Steel and Glass” will remain on display through June 2014. Operated by the City of Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts Office, the Carlsbad Sculpture Garden provides residents with the opportunity to enjoy art designed especially for outdoor settings. The Sculpture Garden has exhibited works by acclaimed national and international artists including Italo Scanga and Kevin Capps and by prominent local artists such as Fritzie Urquhart and Elon Ebanks. Exhibitions are rotated every six to twelve months. For more information, call 760 434-2920 or visit www.carlsbadca.gov/arts. ¢

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Carlsbad United FC Fundraises for Alumni

New Hospice Residence Now Open

Emily Ross Delivers Grant for Care Packages

“A Vision Realized” Honors HNC Members

Carlsbad United FC put on a very special event for an ex-Carlsbad Lightning player named Aaron Loy. While away at college in November 2013, Aaron became ill with an extremely aggressive strain of bacterial meningitis, and had both his lower legs amputated after the meningitis led to sepsis (blood infection). Aaron now faces a long and challenging road to recovery. The fundraiser, Play for Aaron, included a game played at Poinsettia Community Park between Aaron’s ex-Carlsbad Lightning teammates and his ex-La Costa Canyon High School teammates. Carlsbad United FC Coach Shawn Koutahi personally visited Aaron in the UCSD Medical Center straight after the fundraiser. Shawn said, “Aaron Loy is an inspiration to all of us, the response and turnout from the community and his friends ever since he was hospitalized has been incredible and the ‘Play for Aaron’ weekend was just further proof how special he is. He is a true competitor and team player, his courage, spirit and determination is unparalleled.”

Emily Ross, a senior at San Dieguito High School Academy, recently won a $1,000 grant from Nestle’s Very Best in Youth Foundation. This check was donated to the group Care Packages from Home, which creates care packages for the military. The group was formed in 2007, from residents of the La Costa Glen Retirement Community, and has been devoted to providing home goods to military on active duty. Emily has been a volunteer with this group for several years, and she collected 650 letters and 1,250 magazines to be donated to the group as part of her Girl Scout Gold Award project. With this grant, Care Packages from Home will be able to create and ship eighteen care packages. Pictured in the photo is Emily presenting the check to Les and Betty Tenney, the co-chairs of Care Packages from Home. Read more about this amazing group at www.carepackagesfromhome.org.

Olympic Athlete in the Making

Katrina Schaber, a Carlsbad resident, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at a young age. She overcame the disability by skiing as a way of physical therapy. She couldn’t imagine that she would one day be able to go to the Winter Olympic Games. Thanks to a special mentoring program by TD Ameritrade, Katrina is looking forward to experiencing what it’s like to be at the Olympics, meet other athletes, and see their experiences. You can help by using the hash tag #itaddsup on Twitter. Every mention of #itaddsup gets athletes like Katrina one mile closer to Sochi. “Athletes often say their first Olympic Games is overwhelming, because they’ve never experienced it before. We want to give that experience to these young athletes, so when they hopefully make the team in 2018, they can solely focus on performance and celebrate the little steps it took to get there,” said Denise Karkos, Chief Marketing Officer, TD Ameritrade, Inc., a broker dealer subsidiary of TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation. Learn more about Katrina’s story on www.itaddsup.tdameritrade.com/young-athletes/katrina-schaber.

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Hospice of the North Coast (HNC) is pleased to announce that its new, six-bedroom Pacifica House hospice residence in Carlsbad is now accepting patients. HNC Executive Director Nerice Kaufman believes, “Pacifica House will fill a desperatelyneeded healthcare niche by providing a welcoming end-of-life home for terminally ill patients in a warm environment with compassionate and comprehensive 24/7 care. Prior to its existence, many dying patients suffered unnecessarily because of limited options for placement.” Pacifica House can serve up to six terminally ill patients at a time. Ensconced in graciously appointed individual suites, each featuring a private bathroom and special touches such as bird feeders within view from the window, Pacifica House patients will be supported by concierge-like teams of physicians, nurses, social workers, spiritual care providers and integrative therapists. Amenities abound indoors and out on this tranquil property situated on three-quarters of an acre in “Olde Carlsbad.” The facility features a full kitchen, dining room, living/gathering spaces, garden, garages and on-street parking.

Hospice of the North Coast (HNC) hosted “A Vision Realized” Friends and Founders appreciation brunch back in November in Carlsbad. Mistress of Ceremonies, Dawn Hall Cunneen, Partner with Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves and Savitch, LLP, presented awards and recognized honorees who have been instrumental in supporting the outreach efforts of HNC, a nonprofit organization that provides end-of-life care to terminally ill patients and bereavement support to their families. During the event, three awards were bestowed: Loretta Ames Award to William Gumpert (posthumous); Founders Award to Connie McIntire; and Heart of Hospice Award to Knox and June Williams. The following honorees were also recognized for their contributions: Mary Jane Boyd, Dr. Robert and Jaleh Brunst; Father Paul Camm (posthumous); Kay Cogswell, LCSW; Mary Eacott, RN, MSN; Father Michel Gagnon (posthumous); Keator Hayes; LeAyn Ingels; Scott Johnson; David Kulchin; Andre “Toni” Leightag (posthumous); Colleen O’Harra; Ruth Joy Orner, PhD; Anne Portante Speraw and Ray Taylor (posthumous).

‘Vettes for Vets

This past November, Vettes for Veterans, an all Corvette car show, raised money for local San Diego veterans, and received a turnout that surpassesed their expectations. JD Duncan, the chair of Vettes for Veterans, exclaimed, “We expected about 140 cars, but the calls poured in two weeks before the show and we ended up with 180 registered Corvettes.” In appropriate fashion, many of the Corvettes were decked out in red, white, and blue, and military branch insignias for the event. The event rafﬂed off thirty baskets of goodies, valued from $100 to $300. There were vendors galore, a silent auction, and monetary donations, which culminated in a total of $11,600 for their two chosen military charities. Even better, a donor matched a portion of the fund, bringing the grand total of $17,400. The two checks were presented to the Semper Fi Fund at Camp Pendleton, and Cal-Diego Paralyzed Veterans of San Diego.

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Local Businesses Featured on “The Romance”

Dating shows have become all the rage on television, but a San Diego production company has created a unique perspective on the genre: a San Diegobased, San Diego-filmed show with real San Diego residents. It’s called “The Romance”, coming to a television near you in February on Channel 4. “The Romance” will run for six episodes, following six men and sixteen women on a variety of dates. The dating contestants aren’t alone either. They will be getting feedback from a group of three judges including Kimberly Seltzer, a therapist and dating coach, Elle France, a Rancho Santa Fe matchmaker, and Ken Gora, with his doctorate in psychology and a background in counseling, recruitment and a book on relationships, also serves as a judge and the host. In addition to casting local contestants, the television series will also feature many local San Diego businesses, including some right here in Carlsbad. Tune in to Channel 4 this February.

United Way’s New Face

The United Way of San Diego County’s Board of Directors announced the selection of Kevin Crawford as their new president and CEO. “United Way’s President/CEO Search Committee conducted an extensive and comprehensive search across the U.S. for the best candidate to serve our community,” said Jon Vance, Chair of the Board of Directors and Search Committee. “Kevin has a deep understanding of United Way’s role in the community and our strategic vision.” Crawford will ensure that United Way continues its unique ability to bring business, government, nonprofit organizations and communities together to solve complex problems for the long term. He will spearhead strategic planning and management, while furthering the organization’s goals in the areas of education, financial self-sufficiency, health and homelessness. Crawford said, “My work as a board member and Vision Council chair for the past five years has prepared me to lead the organization ... to benefit the entire county in the years to come.”

Follow The Birdie

After ten years of international success, Speedminton decided to open an office based in Carlsbad. With the new office, they will focus on promoting the sport of Speed Badminton throughout the United States with a focus on community outreach and events here in Southern California. In 2003, Speedminton GmbH was founded from invention of a faster, more wind stable form of badminton. Eight years later, the international umbrella organization, ISBO, was formed and this allowed for the first ever World Championship of Speed Badminton to take place. The new sport is currently played by 1.5 million recreational players and has more than 3,000 professional players. In comparison to other sports, it is very easy to set up, without a net, and is very portable, which allows for play on almost any surface. Speedminton will be an integral part of communities throughout Southern California. By attending local events and holding trainings in community parks, Speedminton seeks to engage participants and share the sport of Speed Badminton.

Carlsbad Playreaders’ 2014 Season

The Carlsbad Playreaders’ 2014 season marks the first for new Co-Artistic Directors Kathy Brombacher and Doug Smith. The season begins on Feb. 24 with Neil Simon’s “Lost in Yonkers,” to be directed by Brombacher, Producing Artistic Director Emeritus for Moonlight Stage Productions. “I’m extremely proud to join my respected colleague Doug Smith as co-artistic director for the Carlsbad Playreaders in their 2014-2015 seasons,” Kathy said. Doug added, “It is a dream come true to be working alongside my dear friend and colleague ... and sharing our mutual passion of enlightening and inspiring the community with quality theater.” The first two performances of the season are on Feb. 24, with “Lost in Yonkers” by Neil Simon, and on March 24 with “God of Carnage” by Yasmina Reza. To see the full list of performances for the 2014 season, visit www.carlsbadplayreaders.org.

Little Jumps, Big Changes

During the month of February, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego will hold its 3rd Annual Little Jumps, Big Changes campaign. Little Jumps provides lessons and knowledge to club members about how to lead active and healthier lifestyles, while also raising funds to support the Clubs’ three priority outcomes: academic cuccess, character development and healthy lifestyles. According to the Boys & Girls Clubs, this campaign is very important, given the alarming national statistics of childhood obesity and the serious health risks our youth face, such as diabetes and heart disease. They are asking everyone to make a minimum $15 donation to support the 25,000 youth served annually by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego. To make a donation or for more information about the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Diego head over to www.sdyouth.org/littlejumps.aspx.

Apply for Don Diego College Scholarships

Beginning in 2014, twelve high school seniors will head to college supported by scholarships from Don Diego Scholarship Foundation, the nonprofit arm of the San Diego County Fair. Together, this year’s dozen will enjoy $39,000 in funding. The Don Diego college scholarships are offered to outstanding high school seniors throughout San Diego who have participated in the San Diego County Fair and/or other activities with the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The deadline to apply is April 1. Eligibility requirements and the application form are at www.dondiegoscholarship.org/scholarships/dondiego-scholarship-application. For questions, contact Executive Director Chana Mannen at cmannen@sdfair.com or 858-792-4210.

Donate to the Nancarrow Healing Garden

Long time San Diego news anchor, Loren Nancarrow, passed away on Dec. 28 after a ten-month battle with brain cancer. Before his death, he and Susan Taylor, Executive Director of External Affairs at Scripps Health, came up with the idea to name the Healing Garden at the Scripps Radiation Therapy Center, “The Loren Nancarrow Healing Garden”. They have raised $108,000 out of the $500,000 needed to rename the Healing Garden. There will be two benefit concerts to raise money: Feb. 9 at the Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach and Feb. 21 at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park. To donate and see the video that Loren’s family created, visit www.scripps.org/loren.

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1. The 2014 Carlsbad United FC BU8 tryouts at Aviara Community Park. 2. Lisa MonacoGonzales and Jeans4Justice, a local nonprofit, at the IVAT conference in San Diego. 3. For the holidays, Carlsbad City Library displayed a “biblio tree,” creatively assembled from recycled books and CDs. 4. The Carlsbad BluFi Lending Team (Jason, Laurie and Jim) mixing it up at Miguel’s during a Carlsbad Chamber Sundowner. 5. A Wounded Warrior/Challenged Athlete, and Marine Captain, who lost his leg in Afghanistan, spoke to kids about his struggles and overcoming them. Photo courtesy of John Riedy Photography. 6. Getting a good workout at the TITLE Boxing Club Carlsbad Open House. 7. The 5th grade Solana Beach Cats All-Star Team. 8. Coco Koutahi attending the ‘Play for Aaron’ Fundraiser as her daddy, Coach Shawn Koutahi, was coaching the CLSC alumni team. 9. The happy team at the new Blaze Pizza Carlsbad are truly on fire as they crank out hundreds of custom pizzas during Free Pizza Day. 10. North County resident and best-selling children’s author Salina Yoon shared her book “Penguin & Pinecone” at Carlsbad City Library’s “We Love Penguins!” 11. John Riedy, of John Riedy Photography, tries to keep up with the kids at the Mission Estancia Jog-A-Thon. 12. Spotted: Bulletin board at Pacific Rim Elementary.

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by JENNIFER FRAKES | photos by Tyler McElhaney

t Therapeutic Literacy Center (TLC), the focus is on getting to the source of the problem when a child is struggling academically. “Sometimes smart kids have trouble learning in school. When parents don’t know why their child isn’t reaching their potential, is spending too much time on homework or isn’t motivated to learn, they come to us. It’s natural for a child to want to learn, so if they are having trouble paying attention or appear unmotivated, we find the underlying reason and fix it,” explained Maria Bagby, Reading Specialist, Educational Therapist and owner of Therapeutic Literacy Center. She and her highly qualified and experienced staff help students of all ages with either diagnosed or

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non-diagnosed dyslexia, ADHD, auditory processing deficits and those who struggle with reading, writing, spelling and math through developing their underlying processing skills including processing speed, working memory and the many aspects of auditory and visual processing. According to Bagby, 20-30% of the student population has difficulty with auditory processing without knowing it and 20-25% are somewhere on a continuum of dyslexia. These issues can deeply affect reading and all academic areas causing a student to struggle in the classroom. Bagby has years of experience in the educational system, both as a classroom teacher and administrator. She holds advanced degrees in early childhood psychology, reading and curriculum and assessment.

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Her approach to helping students is unique and is more than tutoring — the goal is to change the way students learn. “People are used to thinking that they have to compensate for their weaknesses or accommodate for them. We focus on strengthening the underlying learning skills that are necessary for success in school and in life. We see changes in our students daily. We watch them become independent and confident learners,” related Bagby.

The staff at Therapeutic Literacy Center is dedicated to making each child’s experience a positive one. “The atmosphere here is warm and welcoming. We have a commitment to collaboration among each other and with the families. At the TLC, there are never only two eyes on each student weekly because of the amount of collaboration amongst our team in observing and dialoguing about each student and their progress,” revealed Bagby. She and her staff strive to make Therapeutic Learning

Center a safe haven for students that is both fun and life-changing. As stated by Bagby, students will feel a change in their learning skills in the first two weeks in the program. And as the students become more confident and independent learners, the whole family feels the positive change as well. For more information or to find out how Therapeutic Literacy Center can help your child and your family, please visit www.therapeuticliteracycenter.com. ¢

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Park

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The Brand New Alga Norte Community Park Has Arrived photos by Soul of Photography and the City of Carlsbad

ou might have heard the buzz about the brand new Alga Norte Community Park. And if you haven’t, let us be the first to introduce you to Carlsbad’s newest thirty-two-acre park at the corner of Poinsettia Lane and Alicante Road, just east of El Camino Real. Alga Norte boasts sports pools, ball fields, a dog park, a skate

park, playground and picnic areas. 92009 Magazine was at the grand opening on Jan. 11 – and so was a helicopter dropping hundreds of rubber ducks into the pool! We talked with Park Planning Manager Liz Ketabian about the inspiration behind the new park and what it took to bring vision to reality for the Carlsbad community.

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Q&A with Park Planning Manager Liz Ketabian Liz, what are your responsibilities as park planning manager? As a park planner, I am responsible for making sure our parks meet the community’s needs, and that when they’re built, they adhere to our design plans.

Carlsbad City Council presided over the official opening ceremony, and then it was time to play! The pools were open, and we had professional divers and a water polo game. Kids took advantage of free skateboarding lessons at the skate park and got to see some pros show off their moves. We also had dog agility demonstrations, and lots

What other local projects have you worked on? I have been very involved in overseeing the city’s forty-six mile trail system, which is a real passion of mine. I have also been involved in the design and development of the historic Leo Carrillo Ranch, and Hidden Canyon, Pine Avenue and Aviara community

of ball games with celebrity announcers.

How was/is the park funded? The park was paid for with a combination of developer fees and the city’s “General

parks. I’ve also been involved with enhancement projects, such as picnic shelters,

Fund,” which comes mainly from sales tax, property tax and hotel room tax collected

parking lots and tennis courts, at Calavera Hills, Stagecoach, and Poinsettia community

by the City. Ongoing operations of the park will be paid for through the General Fund

parks.

and from fees paid for swimming lessons, classes, camps and other programs.

What was the inspiration for Alga Norte?

Briefly describe the expansive areas of the new park (aquatic center, skate park, dog park, playground, etc.).

It came from the community. Since we are a coastal city, the community really wanted to see more places where kids could learn to swim. And, as the population has

The aquatic center features a twelve-lane, twenty-five-yard instructional pool

increased, we needed more pools to accommodate swim teams, masters programs,

heated to high 80s year round, a fifty-six-meter by twenty-five-yard competition pool,

water polo and other swimming events. The other park features were ones residents

diving boards, a spectator area for the competition pool, a warm water spa for adults,

requested, like the dog park and more ball fields. One of the great things about

a children’s splash pad, a fitness room, heated locker rooms, a concession stand,

Carlsbad is our Growth Management Plan. It makes sure that amenities like parks

and a meeting room and outdoor areas available for rent. The skate park has two

and libraries keep pace with the community’s needs. Alga Norte Community Park was

bowls; one reminiscent of a backyard swimming pool. The “street” plaza course is for

planned many years ago in anticipation of the city’s future development. It’s great to

beginners and more advanced skaters. The skate park will be lit until 10 p.m., and the

see it come to life.

park features shaded picnic tables available for birthday parties. We’ll also be offering classes, camps and clinics year round. The one-acre dog park provides off-leash fun

When did construction start on the new park? Construction began in June 2012.

with separate areas for small and large dogs, drinking fountains for dogs and people, dog agility props and shaded picnic areas. In addition to dog training classes, we’ll offer agility classes and even doggie birthday parties. The park features two synthetic

Please explain the highlights of the brand new Alga Norte Community Park. The park was designed with extensive input from the community, so all of the features are ones our residents told us were important. One of the most prominent features is the new aquatic center, with a fifty-six-meter competition pool and a twenty-five-yard instructional pool heated to high 80s year-round for swim lessons

turf fields and one natural turf field. There is also one lighted full basketball court and one half court. The park offers shaded picnic areas with barbecues, and a shaded playground with areas for younger (ages 3 to 5) and older kids (ages 6 to 12).

What is the environmental impact of the park? Alga Norte Community Park is the “greenest” park in the city. It features solar

and fitness classes. It also has a warm water spa for adults and a splash pad for kids.

heated pools, water efficient landscaping, low-energy use lighting, synthetic turf ball

The new skate park is a show stopper. It has a street plaza course and two bowls; one

fields and lawn areas and special drainage and filtration system to treat storm water

reminiscent of a backyard swimming pool. The dog park has separate areas for large

runoff. The playground surface is even made from recycled rubber tires.

and small dogs, plus a separate area where we’ll offer dog training classes. There are lighted ball fields with a snack bar, and a huge shaded playground, too.

What are some of the unique aspects or programs available at Alga Norte?

When did the park open? What were some of the highlights of the opening event?

paddleboard pool yoga, deep water boot camp, skateboard camps and dog agility

The park opened in January. We had a great event for the entire community. The

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The new park gives the city an opportunity to offer a lot of fun new programs, like classes. In the summer we’ll have fun new events, like floating movie nights. And, we’ll

Alga Norte Community Park

Park Size:

32 acres

Address:

6565 Alicante Rd., Carlsbad, CA 92009

Phone Number:

760-268-4777

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have giant inflatables in the pool with areas for jumping and sliding, and giant water balls that let you walk on water. You can also sign up for pool memberships to get unlimited use of the pool, classes and fitness room.

Are there any resources specifically for children, teens, adults or seniors? We are offering skateboard camps and clinics for kids and teens. The aquatic center offers programs for all ages, starting swimming lessons at six months all

Are there fees to use the park?

the way to adult and senior water fitness programs. We are also proud to offer flag

Most of the park is free. Entry to the new aquatic center is $5 for adults and $3 for those 17 and under, or you can buy one or three month memberships. Carlsbad residents

football for the first time. This summer you’ll see lots of fun camps for kids and teens, too.

get a ten percent discount. You can check out the classes available at the park by visiting www.carlsbadconnect.org. Fees for specific classes and camps are listed there and in the Community Services Guide, which is available at all City buildings.

Now that the park is open, what is in store for the future work on the park?

What programs, leagues and services are available to residents?

monitoring the participation in all our fun new programs. This will help us know how to

During the first months of operation we’ll be fine-tuning our operations and plan for future programs and events.

All of the programs at the park are available to city residents, and residents get a special rate. To see the full lists of offerings, visit www.carlsbadconnect.org.

What was the most memorable part of working on Alga Norte Community Park? This park has been in the planning stages for many years, so it was exciting to see

What is something that most residents may not know about the park or its construction? The environmental features of the park are integrated so seamlessly, many people won’t even notice them, yet together they will save taxpayers thousands of dollars a year in water and energy costs, while helping to protect the environment. Another fact

it come together in just eighteen months of construction. The care that was taken with

relates to the dog park. We put in a filtration system that will minimize the potential

every detail was truly extraordinary. Most of all, it was a privilege to see the community’s

for contaminants getting into the storm drain. The connection to that drain ultimately

vision for their new park come to life, right before my eyes. It was a lot of work, but it’s

feeds into the ocean, so it’s important to ensure the water conveyed from the park site

all worth it when I see people’s reaction the first time they see it in person.

is clean and fresh. ¢

Profile Information – Park Planning Manager Liz Ketabian Full Name: (Elizabeth) Liz Ketabian Community: Aviara Profession: Landscape Architect – City title is Park Planning Manager

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• The pools have a combined capacity of more than one million gallons of water • The park has more than 65,000 plants and 350 trees • Picnic tables, pool areas and playground equipment are covered with 43 shade structures throughout the park • There is more than 6,000 feet of sidewalk • By using the latest technology in irrigation control, the city saved more than 50 miles of copper wire • The solar thermal panels can increase the pool temperature by 8 to 10 degrees • The skate park is the largest in the county at 30,000 square feet • The city has recycled 70 percent of the construction waste • The city reduced energy consumption by 30 percent using sustainable design practices. This translates to 700 tons of carbon emissions, or 147 vehicles off the road, or the electrical consumption of 100 homes.

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2014 Mavericks Spring Sports Preview

avericks in the spring look to continue to compete for both Avocado West and CIF Championships. Boys volleyball, girls track and field, and gymnastics all captured CIF titles in 2013, and girls lacrosse won the first ever Open

CIF Division title for the school. All spring sports teams in 2013 competed in CIF and provided great games for their opponents. Coaching staff updates include the addition of Jeanne Bass as our new Lady Maverick softball coach. Jeanne served as the JV head coach last season and

has great college experience at U of A. We are looking forward to another great spring season, as the sun shines and athletes compete in the water, on the greens, the diamonds, the fields and the track! Go Mavericks! - Kari DiGiulio, Athletic Director

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Catch That Bubble! Becka and the Big Bubble Comes to Carlsbad

he people of in San Diego take pride in this fine city. And in a way, this city is even more special when viewed from the pages and illustrations of a children’s book. Gretchen Wendel, author of the “Becka and the Big Bubble” children’s books, recently published a San Diego edition to her beloved series. “Becka and the Big Bubble: Becka Goes to San Diego” introduces Becka, a young girl on a whirlwind adventure around the world, who hops on a bubble and lands in San Diego. Gretchen explained, “Since I live in North County, the ‘Becka Goes to San Diego’ book starts in Oceanside and travels down the coast. I had to include Moonlight Beach, the flower fields and many other wonderful areas around here!” Gretchen Wendel grew up in Michigan, and wrote the original story that started it all, “Becka and the Big Bubble: All Around Town” as she was flying from California to Michigan for Thanksgiving. She wrote the rhyming lines of the book on a few small pieces of paper. She carried the paper with her everywhere and read it to whoever would listen. Since then, Becka’s adventures have grown to five books, with even more planned and in the works. And what’s next for Becka in her San Diego debut? Gretchen has partnered with the Four Seasons Residence Club in Aviara, Carlsbad

to create a Becka and the Big Bubble kids program. “It’s extraordinarily fun: we have Becka place mats, Becka sippy cups and frozen yogurt cups, Becka popcorn, Becka dolls – to name a few,” Gretchen added, “It’s been really exciting seeing Becka come to life!” ¢

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AT A GLANCE Name of Business: The Club at La Costa Owner: Omni Hotels & Resorts Club Director: John Tyler Years in Position: 5 Year of Establishment: 1965 Address: 2100 Costa del Mar, Carlsbad, CA 92009 Website: www.lacosta.com Email Contact: membership@lacosta.com Phone: 760-930-7055 Description of Business: The Club at La Costa, based at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, provides members with 400 acres of exhilarating, awardwinning family recreation. Feel like you’re on vacation every day.

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ver needed a getaway, but didn’t 1965 with a main goal in mind: to provide want to deal with the hassle of and exciting and active lifestyle for members leaving town? Joining The Club at and guests. And it did just that. “The resort’s La Costa, based at the Omni La founders called upon their Hollywood celebrity, Costa Resort & Spa, can make you feel like political and sports contacts to patronize you’re on vacation every day right in your own the resort and attracted PGA Tour events,” backyard. Offering its members explained Tyler. “What resulted over 400 acres of award-winning was a vibrant destination This is a club recreation, the Club provides known for everything from something for everyone in the where you can don internationally televised family. “This is a club where you events to Frank Sinatra your flip flops and sports can don your flip flops and your performing impromptu concerts your Lululemon in the lobby lounge.” Nearly five Lululemon and bring your children to relax with friends,” described and bring your decades later, the resort has Club Director, John Tyler. the self-described “La children to relax upheld “Exhilarating waterslides, eight Costa Lifestyle”, making the with friends.” pools … and family social events Club experience a special one. provide members with experiences “Our team is devoted to making unrivaled by local country clubs.” A big part sure our members and guests leave feeling of the Club experience, explained Tyler,are better than when they arrived,” said Tyler. the newly renovated Champions and Legends “Being a member here is like being on vacation golf courses and the Spa at La Costa. “Both of every day of the week. It’s lively, active, familythese amenities regularly receive awards and oriented, relaxed and very, very fun.” accolades on a national scale,” stated Tyler. Club members are granted access to a Omni La Costa Resort & Spa opened in 9,000 square foot athletic club, featuring state-

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of-the-art equipment and more than fifty group fitness classes per week. If you’d like to get your workout on, but are worried about the kids, don’t fret; the Club offers child programming and childcare at its “Kidtopia” Kids Club. A family-favorite is Splash Landing, featuring three pools and three exhilarating waterslides. Perhaps one of the Club’s biggest draws is its newly renovated golf courses, with member-only preferred access and pricing at the Champions and Legends Course. As stated in the resort’s website: “The golf courses at Omni La Costa, Southern California’s only GOLF Magazine Gold Medal Resort, are amongst the most storied in California, boasting a rich tournament history and a cadre of prominent guests … our two courses now offer the modern player new challenges while reintroducing this championship-caliber golf destination to world-class standards.” The Club offers both a Sport Membership as well as a Golf Membership. “Our programs are surprisingly affordable,” said Tyler, “so we encourage local residents to attend one of our monthly open house events or call for a Club tour.” ¢ SPECIAL ADVERTISEMENT

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he City of Carlsbad has named Fire Department veteran Michael Davis as its new fire chief, a role Davis has prepared for with more than two decades of service in positions of increasing leadership. Davis has served as interim fire chief since November, when Fire Chief Kevin Crawford was named interim city manager. “I can’t think of leaving the Carlsbad Fire Department in better hands,” said Crawford. “Chief Davis has taken an active role in the management of every aspect of the fire department, and, more importantly, he is a forward thinking, authentic leader who will champion the department’s values of excellence in public service.” Davis was hired by the City of Carlsbad Fire Department in 1990 as a firefighter/paramedic. He was promoted to fire captain in 2003, battalion chief in 2007 and division chief in 2013. As division chief, Davis led seventy-five fire service professionals and managed the day to day operations of the department. Davis also developed and oversaw the department’s performance measurement and department policies. While serving as the city’s fire marshal, Davis was credited with finding ways to partner with the business community, speeding up processes while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and safety standards.

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“Public safety is best achieved through partnerships with our residents, businesses and visitors,” said Davis. “I am honored to be serving our Fire Department and the Carlsbad community in this new role.” Davis earned a Bachelor of Science degree in occupational studies from California State University, Long Beach, and a master’s degree in public administration from San Diego State University. He is a graduate of Lead San Diego and completed the Centre for Organizational Effectiveness Regional Managers Academy. Other training includes the Fire Department Executive Development Program. Davis received an award for meritorious service for the Harmony Grove fire in 1997 and the fire storms in 2003 and 2007. ¢

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lan Sweeten, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ™ was once an instrumentation and telemetry systems technician in the United States Air Force. He noticed that many of his fellow airmen were making poor choices when it came to online stock trading and investments. When Alan himself was approached by a financial advisor, he realized that they didn’t discuss what was truly important: a properly constructed portfolio based on goals. That was when Alan knew that he wanted to become a financial planner. He wanted to create a system where his client’s goals are the primary focus during planning, regardless of their age or account size. Today he’s working to change the perception of financial planning by providing an alternative to Wall Street. Finance is often viewed as secret information, but Alan lifts the veil using financial science, rather than speculation, and helps identify for his clients the risks that are

worth taking and the risks that are not. Sweeten advised, “A qualified financial professional is trained to estimate financial needs, minimize the impact of taxes, and pursue portfolio diversification.” Further, he explained, “Sweeten Wealth Management uses a multifactor approach that incorporates both size and value measures – and exposure to non-U.S. markets – in an effort to increase expected returns against volatility.” Sweeten Wealth Management (SWM) clients – individuals, families, and business owners – receive custom tailored investment portfolios based on their unique financial situations. Portfolios are designed using the research of Fama/French Multi-Factor Models and Markowtiz’s Modern Portfolio Theory. SWM focuses on expanding the number of asset classes within portfolios using lowcost investments. Clients feel empowered because they become educated via meetings, seminars, webinars, and web meetings.

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The Right Match Clients Receive Expert and Customized Massages at Elements Therapeutic Massage by JENNIFER FRAKES | photos by Tyler McElhaney

ccording to Scott Wooden, owner of trigger point, sports and Swedish massage. Elements Therapeutic Massage, he The atmosphere at Elements is warm, friendly was in the biotech industry for many and relaxed, and as stated by Wooden, each years. While he felt good about client is matched with a therapist who can his role in helping others, he decided that he best serve their individual needs and the wanted to become involved in an industry desired outcome of the massage therapy where he could have session. “Each massage a more immediate is customized and tailored impact on people’s to the client’s needs. Each massage is well-being. “Massage Because we match the customized and tailored to therapy provides client to the therapist the client’s needs. Because immediate stress based on these needs, we match the client to the relief which can help the client will receive a lower blood pressure, massage with the right therapist based on these increase circulation amount of pressure and needs, the client will receive and decrease pain. with the right modalities,” a massage with the right Various studies have said Wooden. This amount of pressure and also shown massage individualized approach therapy to be helpful to massage therapy helps with the right modalities in dealing with anxiety, to ensure that each client digestive disorders, will receive the optimal fibromyalgia, massage each and every headaches and other medical issues,” time they visit the massage studio. explained Wooden. Another important aspect of Elements At Elements Therapeutic Massage, expert Therapeutic Massage is the commitment to massage therapists specialize in deep tissue, making massage therapy financially accessible

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ut of the greatest grief, Brad and Beth Thorp have created incredible blessings for families in need. Brad and Beth all too intimately know the needs of families with children suffering from life threatening illnesses, and they know the difference that emotional and financial support can make during the most stressful and heartbreaking of times. During their five year journey with their own son’s illness, Brad and Beth were supported by the Carlsbad community and the walkathon created to help with the medical costs. Today, five years after their son Mitchell passed away, the Thorps are committed to supporting and offering hope for other families in need through the Mitchell Thorp Foundation. The Mitchell Thorp Foundation offers financial and emotional resources to families whose children are suffering from life threatening illnesses, diseases, and disorders. Brad and Beth focus on “caring for the caregiver.” For the Carlsbad couple, this journey is a personal one. “While we cannot cure a child, we can help the families endure, and soften their heartbreaking journey; thereby restoring a sense of normalcy in the home environment,” the couple shared. The nonprofit provides services that wrap around the entire family, from helping kids attend summer camp to the daily errands of grocery shopping. This February marks the 5th Annual Hearts for Hope 5K Run/Walk at Poinsettia Park in Carlsbad. In 2006, the community organized the inaugural walkathon for the Thorps, and hundreds turned out in support. Today, the event has grown into the nonprofit’s greatest fundraiser, with over 1,000 runners and walkers in 2013. Brad and Beth’s work, alongside many volunteers, extends throughout the year; the applications of southern California families in need are constant. “The need is great and ongoing support is greatly appreciated throughout the year as we receive family applications monthly,” they explained. Turning a family down due to lack of resources is a difficult decision for Brad and Beth. Their wish is “to be able to serve and support all the applications that we receive. We are always looking for board members to help us with our growth,” the couple said. Inspired by their own loss and grief, Brad and Beth Thorp have transformed their son’s struggle into strength and courage for others. “Seeing the relief and smiles on the faces of families when they hear we can support them financially and emotionally is the greatest reward,” they acknowledged. ¢

Group: Mitchell Thorp Foundation Mission: Mitchell Thorp Foundation supports families whose children are suffering from life-threatening illnesses, diseases and disorders, by providing them financial, emotional and resource support to those in need. Contact: 760-603-8853, www.mitchellthorp.org

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n an unexpected twist of fate, Carlsbad’s very own Rosemary Watson was personally requested by the legendary actress, Carol Burnett, to appear alongside Tim Conway, Tina Fey, Martin Short, Amy Poehler, Vickie Lawrence and more, at The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, taped before a live audience at The Kennedy Center. Rosemary has lived in Carlsbad for ten years, working as a singer, voice over artist and comedian. She would have never imagined that writing a letter to her idol, Carol Burnett, would get a phone call, which led to a television appearance with renowned comedians and actors. Carol was so taken by Rosemary, that she touted the comedian on shows such as “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” and “CBS This Morning”. Since taping the show in October, and with Carol’s ecstatic review of her, Rosemary has appeared on “The Queen Latifah Show” and was asked to be on “The View” this past December. Rosemary’s talents have lead her to doing impressions, most notably of political figures such as Hillary Clinton, Sarah Palin, and Michele Bachmann, with comedic results. A voice artist through and through, her singing abilities are just as impressive. On her recent appearance on “The Queen Latifah Show”, she exercised those vocals to a rousing audience.

To learn more about this spirited woman, browse through her website, www.rosemarywatson.com, where you can find song clips, videos, and voiceover samples of her work. In recent news, she has created a Twitter for her hilarious Hillary Clinton side, updated daily with short impressions. Follow it @HillaryTalks. ¢

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Carlsbad United FC A Fusion of Soccer Force

arlsbad Lightning and Carlsbad Wave soccer clubs have successfully merged, following a unanimously favorable member vote from both clubs. The new combined club has been named Carlsbad United F.C. and will see both clubs join forces to boast an impressive tally of over 4,300 players and nearly 100 competitive teams. It has been a merger of equals with both clubs splitting the board of directors roles right down the middle. Lightning President and now Carlsbad United Co-President Tawnya Clark commented, “Our goal as a club has always been the continued development of programs that enable opportunities for players at all levels of the game, and with this merger we believe that will only continue to expand. We also have a strong focus on this being a ‘community club’ and will endeavor to keep the family feel that both Wave and Lightning have maintained over the years. We are very excited about the future of Carlsbad United.” Wave Director and now Carlsbad United Technical Director Steve Cowell stated, “Combining all the resources available to us will help us achieve soccer excellence at the local, regional, and national level, and will provide a home for every player in Carlsbad to play soccer regardless of their level of play.” ¢

Carlsbad United F.C. Mission Statement: Our vision is to be recognized as a “Pioneering Leader” in total player development at local, regional and national levels, building character, confidence and self-esteem. Carlsbad United FC is committed to teaching values of sportsmanship, teamwork and respect through a positive learning environment. We offer player development for players desiring College Prep as well as those who want to play in a less stress/less competitive environment. We are committed to strengthening and growing our club through our programs, staff, volunteers and facilities. To read more about the Carlsbad United F.C. merger between Lightning and Wave visit www.carlsbadunitedfc.com.

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TO THE MUSEUM! Unleash Your Inner Explorer

his February is the 25th Annual Museum Month in San Diego. This year will feature top exhibits, such as The San Diego Natural History Museum’s “Real Pirates” exhibit opening Feb. 8, the Coronado Museum of History & Art will present “100+ Years of Coronado Yachting” and Mingei Museum will present “Function and Fantasy”. Getting into these events is easy, and at half the normal admission. Head to any Macy’s store and pick up a Museum Month pass, and you will be granted discounted access to more than forty museums, stretching from the Tijuana border to Oceanside. The roster of museums spans to the Birch Aquarium at Scripps, USS Midway Museum, The New Children’s Museum, Japanese Friendship Garden, San Diego Museum of Art, and more. For a special Valentine’s Day date, take your significant other for romantic date at Balboa Park: enjoy a few museums, dinner at the Prado, and amazing photographic spots around the park. Or take a bayside walk down by Seaport Village and explore the USS Midway Museum. From adventurers and nature lovers, to the culture-curious, art enthusiast and more, there is something for everyone at participating museums and historical sites during Museum Month. For more information, and addresses for all forty-two museums, go to www.sandiegomuseumcouncil.org. 

ENJOY THE FOLLOWING MUSEUMS WITH A FREE MUSEUM MONTH PASS FROM MACY’S Barona Cultural Center & Museum Birch Aquarium at Scripps Bonita Museum & Cultural Center California Surf Museum Coronado Museum of History & Art Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum Gaslamp Museum at Wm. H. Davis House Heritage of the Americas Museum Japanese Friendship Garden Junipero Serra Museum La Jolla Historical Society Living Coast Discovery Center Lux Art Institute Maritime Museum of San Diego

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Marston House & Gardens Mingei International Museum Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, Downtown Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, La Jolla Museum of Making Music Museum of Photographic Arts Oceanside Museum of Art Reuben H. Fleet Science Center San Diego Air & Space Museum San Diego Archaeological Center San Diego Automotive Museum San Diego Botanic Garden San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum San Diego Chinese Historical Museum

San Diego History Center San Diego Model Railroad Museum San Diego Natural History Museum The New Children’s Museum The San Diego Museum of Art Tijuana Estuary Visitors Center Timken Museum of Art USS Midway Museum Veterans Museum & Memorial Center Visions Art Museum Warner-Carillo Ranch House & Museum Water Conservation Garden Whaley House Museum Women’s Museum of California

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Standing Up For A Cause

t’s not unusual to be spending a day down by the beach or the pier, and see the occasional surfer or kayaker. Keep watching and you might see another unique kind of water sporter: the stand up paddleboarder. Stand up paddleboarding is a relatively new sport, gaining popularity in the early 2000s. Sabrina Suarez took up the stand up paddleboard only five years ago, but she became instantly enamored with the sport, and invited all of her friends to get together. As the get-togethers grew larger, Sabrina created SUP Chicks, using the abbreviation of the sport name, and gathered a group of women and friends who shared her enthusiasm for the sport. The Chicks generally paddle out of Oceanside, Encinitas, and Cardiff, but have now made appearances at events as far south as Chula Vista. “We even have members that watch us from afar who live in Hawaii and Indonesia,” said Sabrina. “We organize paddles, parties and events on a regular basis. Through our group, many close friendships have been forged, and a large friends networks has been developed.” The SUP Chicks are also deeply involved in charity work. Over the past five years, they’ve been involved with the Standup for the Cure, The Youth Aquatic Center on Mission Bay, Urban Surf 4 Kids,

H20 Trash Patrol, Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, and Keep A Breast cancer awareness. They frequently update their Facebook page with calls for get-togethers, and new charities to paddle for. Paddle on, ladies! ¢

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:::: REAL ESTATE WATCH

Adjustable-Rate Mortgages May Help Potential Homeowners in 2014

by GLENN HOLTZ & TANYA GABRIELLA

lthough we are not lenders, it is very exciting to hear that AdjustableRate Mortgages are once again becoming an option for homeowners. With interest rates expected to average 5% on a thirty-year fixed mortgage in 2014, Adjustable-Rate Mortgages are again gaining in popularity despite practically vanishing during the housing bust. Adjustable-Rate Mortgages, also known as ARM Mortgage, means a borrower receives that interest rate for the length of years indicated before the interest rate adjusts annually with the market. For example, a 5/1 ARM Mortgage at 3% would mean that the interest rate is 3% for five years and will adjust every year after the 5 years. Home prices and interest rates rose in 2013 which took a lot of potential homeowners out of the market to purchase. They simply could not afford the house payment. With an ARM Mortgage, these potential homeowners could purchase a home and keep the monthly payments affordable. According to the LA Times, in November 2013, 11.2% of homes were purchased with an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage. DataQuick reports that this has doubled since November 2012. As real estate agents, this is great news for potential homeowners although there are many factors to consider. We have several

lenders that we refer to our clients so they can have as much information as possible before deciding on what kind of loan they should get. We firmly believe in exploring all of your options before making a decision. Buying a home is one of the biggest investments you are going to make in your life and it should not be taken lightly. That is why we ask that you give us the opportunity to discuss your real estate options. ¢

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Recent Sales Activity Beds

Baths

Est SF

Price

2528 Navarra Dr # B

Address

Beds Baths Est SF 3

1,680

495,000

Price

7310 Estrella De Mar Rd # 15

Address

1,803

695,000

7537 Gibraltar St

2,034

499,000

7922 Terraza Disoma

1,643

700,000

6860 Via Verano

2,026

505,000

2969 Avenida Valera

2,050

740,000

7564 Romeria St

1,841

512,000

2861 Torry Ct

2,123

740,000

2411 Sacada Cir

2,047

515,000

2329 Galena Ave

3,424

740,000

6004 Paseo Airoso

2,056

517,500

6630 Titanite Pl

3,217

805,000

For the most comprehensive list of properties sold within the last several years, visit

2962 Emerald Pl

2,039

535,000

7751 Rocio St

2,392

808,000

7505 Jerez Ct # E

2,062

541,000

7913 Calle Jalisco

2,655

810,000

6920 Tourmaline Pl

1,615

544,000

2818 Sombrosa St

2,804

815,000

2710 Unicornio St

2,001

567,000

8026 Calle Pinon

2,987

825,000

2403 Jacaranda Ave

1,620

580,000

3332 Corte Verso

2,592

845,000

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7730 Corte Marin

1,486

581,000

3455 Camino Corte

2,823

862,500

6629 Santa Isabel St # 129

2,252

595,000

7319 Estrella De Mar Rd # 13

2,501

925,000

6413 El Pato Ct

1,468

599,000

7457 Avenida De Palais

3,336

930,000

7410 Carlina St

2,543

615,000

2940 Camino Serbal

3,561

1,005,000

2926 Sombrosa St

1,567

620,000

3525 Corte Romero

3,681

1,025,000

2958 Emerald Pl

1,829

630,000

7392 Sitio Lima

4,337

1,050,000

2538 El Gavilan Ct

2,139

635,000

2550 Discovery Rd

4,598

1,060,000

3299 Rancho Carrizo

2,446

635,000

2892 Rancho Ganadero

3,797

1,100,000

7524 Solano St

2,200

643,000

7348 El Fuerte St

3,349

1,110,000

3122 Verde Ave

2,543

645,000

6775 Vermarine Ct

3,652

1,125,000

6946 Feldspar Pl

1,730

650,000

7008 Estrella De Mar Rd

2,670

1,150,000

7924 Calle San Felipe

1,604

670,000

3208 Corte Tamarindo

2,844

1,170,000

7793 Paseo La Jolla

1,932

680,000

6783 Onyx Pl

4,193

1,270,000

2413 La Tinada Ct

2,119

690,000

3216 Sitio Montecillo

4,210

1,455,000

6889 Via Borregos

2,487

690,000

7170 Obelisco Cir

6,506

1,505,085

6113 Paseo Tesoro

3,121

694,000

(complete list of homes sold in 92009 at www.92009magazine.com)

Information considered reliable, but not guaranteed. Please check with a licensed real estate professional for more information. Not all sales are listed.

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“LOST IN YONKERS” BY NEIL SIMON DIRECTED BY KATHY BROMBACHER Monday, Feb. 24, at 7:30 p.m. “GOD OF CARNAGE” BY YASMINA REZA Monday, March 24, at 7:30 p.m.

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CArLSBAD CiTy LiBrAry rUBy g. SChULMAn AUDiTOriUM Acclaimed author Alan Brennert (Palisades Park, Molokai) will discuss and sign his books. Saturday, Feb. 22, at 2 p.m.

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“THE MAJESTIC” (2001, PG, 152 MIN.) Wednesday, Feb. 19, at 6 p.m.

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“CASABLANCA” (1942, PG, 102 MIN.) Wednesday, Feb. 26, at 6 p.m.

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Free computer classes are offered at Carlsbad City Library and the Library Learning Center. Classes range from Internet Basics to Social Networking and more. For more information, call 760-602-2039 or 760-434-2871.

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