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A FAIRE TO REMEMBER
Carlsbad is the home to the largest street fair in the nation, and we talk to Ted Owen, President and CEO of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, about the thirty-year history of the Carlsbad Village Faire and what to expect this year.
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or as long as I can remember, I’ve always wanted to be older. When I was a child, I wanted to be a teenager. When I was a teenager, I wanted to be an adult. In college, I couldn’t wait to start my career. At nineteen, like most people, I just wanted to reach the legal drinking age. As each year passed, I felt like I was inching closer and closer to something – perhaps some type of goal or milestone? After all, these markers tend to be big deals in all of our lives. We often see them as the ‘end’ of distinct categories. The end of our teenage years... The end of high school... The end of college... The end of our twenties... I’ll take it even further. Have I simply been on course to reach middle age? Goodness, did I really just say that? After spending a few minutes on Google, I’ve concluded that most people classify middle age as 45 to 65 years of age. Apparently this is a relatively new frame of mind because until recently, it was generally thought that 40 to 60 years made up the bracket’s classification. I assume that it wouldn’t be difficult to figure out what age group initiated the sudden five year shift. Turning the big 4-0 was actually a pretty cool experience. My adorable wife worked hard to put together an incredible 40th birthday party. I was humbled by the whole experience – surrounded by dear friends, family members, acquaintances and colleagues spanning multiple decades of memories. The most common question that people have been asking me is how it felt turning 40. The honest truth is that it’s great. For the first time that I can remember, I feel like I am actually at the beginning of something. I’m motivated and inspired. I’m right where I want to be – at the exact age that I want to be at. Truth be told, throughout my thirties I often thought of reaching forty. I’m there and it’s going to be a fantastic decade! I’m no longer looking too far into the future. In fact, I’m doing just the opposite. Spending time with my family and enjoying watching my kids grow into their pre-teen years and young adulthood is an amazing thing. If only there was a way that I could convince them that there is no rush to get older and move into the next category of their lives – but that’s a topic for a different publisher’s note. Oh, and by the way, I subscribe to the new way of thinking – the one that says middle age is classified as 45 to 65 years old. A special thank you to Google for clarifying that and giving me a five year cushion. Regards, Derrick Breaux, Publisher
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11 a.m. | The Flower Fields www.theflowerfields.com
Presented by TaylorMade Golf Company Benefits the Boys and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad 11 a.m.| Aviara Golf Club at the Park Hyatt Aviara www.bgccarlsbad.org
APRIL FOOLS’ DAY FIRST FRIDAY BREAKFAST Networking and business promotional event 7 – 9 a.m. | Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa www.carlsbad.org/events
APRIL 10
NEW FUN WITH WATERCOLOR SESSION BEGINS 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. | Carlsbad Senior Center www.carlsbadca.gov
RED HATS LADIES’ DAY AND STYLE SHOW
APRIL 19
EGGSTRAVAGANZA SPRING FESTIVAL Featuring crafts, cookie decorating, a family scavenger hunt, face painting and more 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Poinsettia Community Park 6600 Hidden Valley Road Visit www.carlsbadca.gov/parksandrec or call 760-434-2843
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LA COSTA VALLEY EASTER EGG HUNT AND SPRING FESTIVAL
Reception, tours and activities April 10 4 – 7 p.m. ; May 10 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Omni La Costa Resort & Spa RSVP to membership@lacosta.com or 760-930-7055 www.lacosta.com
2,000 egg Easter Egg Hunt, a tea party, entertainment and more LCV residents and guests only Tickets on sale April 1, registration required 1 – 3:30 p.m. | The Valley Club www.lacostavalleyhoa.com
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APRIL 22
FAMILY OPEN HOUSE
FILM SCREENING: A FIERCE GREEN FIRE: THE BATTLE FOR A LIVING PLANET Hosted by The Grauer School Open to the public Suggested admission donation of $5 6:30 p.m. | The Grauer School’s Great Hall www.grauerschool.com
APRIL 12
COYOTE SPOTLIGHT! Wildlife Biologist Jordan Ahle leads families on a spotlighting adventure with coyotes 6 p.m. | Agua Hedionda Discovery Center lagoon.aguahedionda.org
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CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP In partnership with California SBDC 8 – 10 a.m. | Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce www.carlsbad.org/events
APRIL 23
WORKSHOP: HOW TO COMMUNICATE MORE EFFECTIVELY WITH MEN With Kathy Steffen Help gain confidence and have better professional relationships with men 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce www.carlsbad.org/events
62ND ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
APRIL 27
CARLSBAD CAUSES FOR COMMUNITY MS WALK 7:30 a.m. | Legoland www.carlsbadcauses.org
APRIL 28
ASSISTANCE LEAGUE RANCHO SAN DIEGUITO SPRING FUNDRAISER Spring Savoir-Faire Entertainment by Sounds Divine vocal jazz ensemble 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.| Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa www.alrsd.orgm
MAY MAY 2
RADY CHILDREN’S DATE NIGHT FOR A CAUSE Hosted by The North Coast Unit of Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary 5 – 8 p.m. | The Belly Up, Solana Beach www.radysncu.com
SMALL BUSINESS AWARDS LUNCHEON 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa www.carlsbad.org/events
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MAY 23 – 25
The largest single-day street fair in the nation 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Carlsbad Village www.carlsbad.org/events
Three-day or single-day tickets available May 23: 5 p.m.; May 24, 25: 11:30 a.m. Omni La Costa Resort & Spa www.sandiegojazzfest.com/tickets
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OUTSTANDING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM DINNER 6 p.m. | Omni La Costa Resort & Spa www.carlsbad.org/events
MAY 11
MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION See website for time | The Flower Fields www.theflowerfields.com
MAY 17
WILD WEST FEST Featuring western music, cowboy crafts, pony rides, a salsa competition and more 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park For more information call 760-602-7519
NORTH COUNTY SAN DIEGO’S 1ST ANNUAL SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCE FAIR 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Seaside Center for Spiritual Living www.specialneedsresourcefair.wordpress.com
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Cruising the Art Scene An evening of art, music and fun 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | 300 Carlsbad Village Drive For more information contact Lisa Synder at lisa.snyder@sima.net
RECURRING EVENTS TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS (THROUGH APRIL 15) AARP TAX ASSISTANCE AARP tax volunteers will assist seniors with their 2013 tax returns Carlsbad Senior Center Call 760-602-4650 to schedule an appointment
WEDNESDAYS STATE STREET FARMERS’ MARKET
2ND SATURDAYS Monthly Saturday Trail Volunteer Events See website for trail locations and times www.carlsbadca.gov/services
FRIDAYS (THROUGH OCTOBER 24) FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE Enjoy live busker music on the sidewalks of The Village 7 – 9 p.m. | Grand Avenue and State Street For more information contact Steve McDonald at eight24@mac.com
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BASEBALL CARLSBAD YOUTH BASEBALL ALUMNI GAME REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Alumni game takes place April 11 6 p.m. | Poinsettia Field www.carlsbadyouthbaseball.org
CARLSBAD YOUTH BASEBALL PONY DAY AT PETCO PARK Deadline to purchase tickets is April 10 April 13 1 p.m. | Petco Park Contact Tim Smith for further details: 760-529-7974 or go_padres@cox.net
BASKETBALL CARLSBAD BASKETBALL CAMPS REGISTRATION OPEN Open to kids ages 6 to 14 Camp dates: June 16 – 20 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Calavera Hills Gym www.carlsbadca.gov
BIKING BIKE TO WORK DAY
Everyone is encouraged to bike to work Bikers who stop at the City of Carlsbad pit stop stations will be rewarded with goodies May 16 6 – 9 a.m. | City of Carlsbad For pit stop info and more go to www.carlsbadca.gov
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Ages 5 to 12 June 16 – 20 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Stagecoach Community Park Gym www.carlsbadca.gov
GOLF JUNIOR GOLF CLINIC REGISTRATION OPEN Participants must bring golf clubs Camp dates: June 17 – 19 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. | The Crossings at Carlsbad www.carlsbadca.gov
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SKATEBOARDING DENNY COOPER’S RIPPERS SKATEBOARD CAMP
7 on 7 football offered to students in grades 6 – 8 Every Saturday from April 19 – May 17 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. | LCC High School turf field www.lccpw.org
Course: 1K open-water swim, a 25K bike course and a 5K run Triathlon date: July 13 7:30 – 11: 30 a.m. | Tamarack State Beach www.carlsbadtriathlon.com
Online registration is required Final in-person registration date: April 2 6 – 8:30 p.m. | Carlsbad Senior Center Auditorium www.carlsbadpopwarner.com
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SUMMER CAMPS 2014 SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Ages 3 to 16 See website for camp options Times vary | Carlsbad Parks and Recreation Centers www.carlsbadca.gov
SWIMMING ALGA NORTE AQUATIC CENTER SPRING BREAK CAMP SIGN UP Aquatic Sports Camp, Junior Lifeguarding, and Aquatic Extended Camp April 7 – 11 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Alga Norte Community Park www.carlsbadca.gov/services/departments/parksandrec
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CARLSBAD HIGH SCHOOL SWIM CIF PRELIMINARIES Boys and girls varsity teams May 21 2 p.m. | Granite Hills High School www.carlsbadhs.schoolloop.com
TENNIS ADULT BEGINNING TENNIS (AGES 16 AND UP) Mondays Through May 23 6 – 7:15 p.m. | Calavera Hills Tennis Courts See website for additional court times www.carlsbadca.gov
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alboa Park came alive on March 1, as participants in the Finish Chelsea’s Run lined up at the starting line to prepare for a 5K run/walk in honor of Chelsea King. The event was hosted by the Chelsea’s Light Foundation, in partnership with Girl Scouts San Diego, who worked together to keep Chelsea’s memory shining bright. Hundreds of participants were in attendance, with some carrying Chelsea’s favorite blossom, the sunflower. The winning runners were Joaquin Martinez de Pinillos for the men, and Angela Ortlieb for the women. The Chelsea’s Light Foundation enriches the community through their Changemakers and Sunflower Scholarship Program. For more information on the Foundation visit www.chelseaslight.org. ¢
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arine Sergeant Cogen Nelson has landed in Carlsbad following an eight year military career. He was deployed in 2006 and 2008, to Fallujah, Iraq and Hadijah, where he turned 21 in Iraq, spent Christmas overseas, and many a night away from his wife and child. Sergeant Nelson sustained a gunshot wound to his left arm during a firefight, and was later injured in the back of a vehicle when it struck an IED (Improvised Explosive Device). The aftermath of these events were not immediate, but eventually required him to spend a year with a Wounded Warrior Battalion, seeking treatment for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), PostTraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression, and numerous other physical ailments. “Needless to say,” shared Sergeant Nelson, “my days were filled with dark rooms, medicine, [and] very little social interaction.” Sergeant Nelson was able to combat his struggles though, paving a road to recovery through fitness. He discovered CrossFit during a hospital stay in Bethesda, MD, where a gym offered a nearfree membership to train for the months during his rehabilitation. Although unable to do most of the movements, it was new and he liked it. After returning
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to his Wounded Warrior Battalion, a staff member had the squad of injured soldiers do a Workout of the Day (WOD). “I couldn’t move for days after,” explained Sergeant Nelson, “but I had a taste again for competition. Sitting around feeling sorry for yourself and focusing on ‘what’s wrong’ kept me chained up. CrossFit broke those chains and filled the void I had when I entered treatment.” He was so enthralled with it, in fact, that he sought Level 1 certification and now trains at his own gym, CrossFit San Elijo. Nowadays my motivation is passing along that inspiration.” The personal accomplishment Sergeant Nelson feels most proud of is his ability to go upside down in a workout, after years of headaches, depression and a “kitchen sink of medicine.” In regards to CrossFit, as a coach, “There is no prouder moment than witnessing when an athlete accomplishes the impossible. I’ve seen ladies tell themselves they are too old or overweight to do pullups, only to see them get their chins over the bar, all on their own.” Sarah Hosley, an athlete in the CFSE family, has a Groupon quote he especially cherishes, which includes these words of affirmation: “Not only have they given me back the physical gains I so badly wanted, they also brought me into this community that is there for you no matter what.” ¢
Name: SGT Cogen Nelson, USMC, Ret. Profession: Owner and trainer at CrossFit San Elijo (cogen@crossfitsanelijo.com). Served in the United States Marines as an Infantry Squad Leader with 3rd Battalion 3rd Marines, then with 4th Force Reconnaissance, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, and finally as a Wounded Warrior Battalion where I was medically retired. Community: Carlsbad since 2012 Hobbies: CrossFit, college football, anything outdoors, coaching my 9-year-old in sports, and playing with my 1-year-old daughter Local Favorites: I love digging into a giant burger (or two) at Notorious Burgers; I frequent Bressi Ranch Trader Joe’s, Starbucks, and CFSE on a weekly basis.
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or Tanner Kaiden, nothing beats being out on the baseball diamond pitching in an All-Star game. “I am most proud of the genuine San Diego Padres spring training team jersey that I was awarded when I was named MVP of the All-Star game I played in this past fall. Pitching in the All-Star game was so amazing and exciting,” revealed Tanner. To keep his pitching skills sharp when he’s not on the mound, Tanner practices his motion and form whenever possible, even while walking from room-to-room at home. While baseball is a big part of Tanner’s life, he has many other interests, including math, science and robotics. As a fourth grader at Mission Estancia Elementary School, Tanner feels very lucky to be in a school community that encourages learning and kindness. “Our teachers are awesome. They have encouraged and inspired me to be a good student with high grades and good behavior,” said Tanner. He also enjoys the activities held on campus, such as the joga-thon and talent show, both of which he participated in with enthusiasm. Tanner is also a member of the Mission Estancia robotics team under Coaches Vivian Lee and Curtis Walz. The team builds robots out of Legos and participates in tournaments at Legoland
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Tanner Kaiden (10) Mission Estancia Elementary School 4 David and Cynthia Kaiden Cooper Kaiden (8), Montgomery “Emmy” Claire Kaiden (6) My favorite place in 92009 is my home/neighborhood with my family and friends. My favorite activity is playing baseball and basketball at the local parks, like Stagecoach Park.
in the First Lego League (FLL). “Most people think the main part of FLL is the robot, but actually the most important part of what we do is to work as a team, have fun and exemplify the spirit of friendly competition,” explained Tanner. He and his "Tech Wizards" teammates were fortunate enough to be mentored recently by the San Dieguito Academy robotics “I am most proud of the team. According to Tanner, learning genuine San Diego Padres from the high school students was a great and inspiring experience. spring training team And, the Tech Wizards won the 1st jersey I was awarded place Inspiration Award for Core when I was named MVP of Values in mid-February. In addition to his hobbies, the All-Star game I played which also include snowboarding in this past fall. Pitching in and playing basketball, Tanner loves hanging out with his family the All-Star game was so and friends. “I am the oldest amazing and exciting.” of three kids. I have an eightyear-old brother, Cooper, and a six-year-old sister, Montgomery Claire. My parents encourage me to lead by example at home. They are my inspiration – I am so grateful to have parents who do so much for me,” related Tanner. Looking to the future, Tanner is hoping to be either an engineer or a dermatologist. Or maybe even combine the two and invent a robot that helps discover or cure skin cancer before it can even be seen by the human eye. Regardless of the career path he chooses, one thing is certain: Tanner Kaiden is someone to watch! ¢
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Rinse rice several times in cool water until water runs clear. Place rinsed rice in a bowl with 3 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of salt, and set aside. Allow rice to sit in salt water for at least 30 minutes. Take raisins and place in a small bowl with 1 cup of lukewarm water. This will allow the raisins to reconstitute. Set the bowl aside. Rinse lentils in cold water and place in small pot. To the washed lentils add 1 ½ cups water and 1 teaspoon of salt and place on the stove at medium high heat. Bring water to a boil, reduce heat and bring to a simmer. Stir lentils occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook for approximately 20 minutes or until lentils are tender. Once tender, strain water and set lentils aside. In a separate (larger) pot bring 6 cups of water and 1 1/2 tablespoons of salt to a boil. Once water is boiling, strain the previously set aside rice from water and place in boiling, salted water. Note: It’s important not to leave the pot of rice alone here! Once all the rice begins to expand and float to the surface, it is ready to be removed from the heat. Test if it’s ready by taking one grain of rice out and smooshing it between your fingers. If it breaks into 2 to 3 pieces, it’s ready. If not, watch it closely and try again in another 30 seconds. When the rice reaches the desired cooking level, strain the water and set the rice aside. Taking the same empty pot you just cooked the rice in, return the pot to medium heat until any remaining water evaporates. Once water has evaporated, add ¼ cup oil to the pot. Allow oil to become hot (you’ll see ripples), remove pot from heat. Immediately, add half of the rice to bottom of pot of the pot, then half of the lentils, the rest of the rice and then the rest of the lentils. Mix gently. Using a spatula, push the rice/lentil mixture up and away from the sides of the pot (making something resembling a mountain in the pot). Sprinkle the cinnamon on the top of the rice-mountain. Take a dishtowel and cover the lid of the pot (with the 4 corners of the dish towel meeting at the handle of the lid) and place the lid securely on the top of the pot. Cook rice on medium high heat for 5 minutes, and then reduce the heat to medium-low and allow rice to cook for approximately 45 minutes or until rice is fluffy and tender. Take the bowl of raisins, drain the water, and pat raisins with a paper towel to remove any residual water. In a small sauté pan, heat 3 tablespoons of oil. Once oil is hot, add raisons carefully. Saute raisins until you see them all plump up – approximately 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Once rice mixture is done, stir gently, dispersing the cinnamon and lentils throughout. Spoon the rice onto a platter adding the raisins on top. The bottom layer of rice in the pot should have become crispy, (this is called “tah-deeg”, or literally, “bottom of the pot”). Gently remove the tah-deeg and place to the side of the platter. Enjoy your lentil rice with chicken and/or plain yoghurt for a truly authentic Persian meal!
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About the Chef
Chef’s Name: Mary Mazaheri-Papanicolaou Family Members: Husband – Savvas, Daughter – Eliana Community of Residence: La Costa Hobbies/ Interests: Finding new recipes to cook, traveling, reading fiction novels Favorite Local Activity: Visiting nearby street fairs and cultural festivals About the Recipe: I chose this recipe because it was one of the first meals I learned to cook. Growing up in a Persian family, rice is a staple ingredient and is an accompaniment to almost every meal. I thought this particular rice dish was a great choice because it is vegetarian/vegan friendly and incorporates both savory and sweet. About the Chef: I am a clinical psychologist recently promoted to a stay-at-home mom of a beautiful daughter; I am a full-time wife, aspiring to become a yogini and an experimental chef, learning as I go! ¢
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hey researched where the marine layer hovers. The Davises wanted sunshine. And, they prefer to be in the nucleus of North County’s running and cycling communities. La Costa has been home for fifteen years. Susanne and Scott Davis, and their children Matthew and Brooke, are an active family.
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Scott and Susanne Davis Matthew (10) 4th grade and Brooke (5) Kindergarten – both at La Costa Heights Copperwood at La Costa Oaks Scott – Glen Ellyn, IL; Susanne – Plover, WI Scott – VP/Senior Consultant for Calamos, a Chicago investment firm Susanne – Owner Best Foot Fitness and a personal coach/trainer
“We sometimes think we have more bikes than shoes,” said Susanne. Together, they enjoy swimming, biking, running and triathlons. They also love the beach and bonfires – family adventures that unplug them from cell phones and computers. Last April, Scott survived a heart attack at the age of 49 in a friend’s garage
just before heading out on a bike ride. His healing from heart surgery, and the deaths of two cyclists in their community last year, were extremely challenging to the Davises. “You can’t imagine the hundreds of people that come out to give you meals, take your kids for the day... and the list goes on,” said Susanne.
Scott and Susanne met when he came home and found her in his Carlsbad house. Literally. At the time, Scott offered to homestay two traveling athletes, one of them Susanne. Three months later they reconnected. Scott has been with his Chicago investment firm for more than twenty-five years. Susanne is a decorated athlete and personal coach. Last year, she entered eight races and won them all. She is currently the number one ranked triathlete over 40 years of age. She enjoys watching her clients achieve their winning dreams. Matthew, age 10, is in fourth grade at La Costa Heights Elementary. He’s involved in baseball, Pop Warner football and basketball. Back in class, he’s a super speller and received 100% on spelling tests last year. Brooke, age 5, is in kindergarten also at La Costa Heights. She is expressive and sings with her friends (who then vote for who’s going to Hollywood). She is also involved in cheerleading and gymnastics. “We always sit down and eat together regardless of sports or work activities,” mentioned Susanne. They also stay connected through “twenty-minute time”: the parents, uninterrupted, can relax and discuss the day. They regularly attend church and enjoy listening to the heartfelt prayers of their children at the table. The Davises are also involved with Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA, especially its annual charity event that raises funds for underprivileged kids to attend a weeklong camp. Scott coaches Matthew’s Friday Night Lights Football Team. “Every week we ride the coast and say 'Hey, guess what? We live here!'” said Susanne. The Davises don’t take this for granted, or the beauty of its people, which to them is the best part about Carlsbad. ¢
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he Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce celebrated the businesses that keep Carlsbad, and its surrounding cities, at the forefront of key industries at its Annual Business Awards Dinner – “Spirit of the Twenties: Business is Roaring,” at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa. During the evening, the Chamber also recognized the achievements of the 2013 Board of Directors and inaugurated its 2014 board members. NRG Energy was the event’s presenting sponsor, with other sponsors including Caruso Affiliated, Grand Pacific Resorts, L+L Companies, Omni La Costa Resort and Spa, Legoland California Resort, Scripps Health, SDG&E, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Tip Top Meats European Delicatessen, Tri-City Medical Center, Wells Fargo and Westfield Carlsbad. The 2014 Annual Business Awards Winners included Forecast 3D, Sullivan Solar Power, Harrah’s Rincon Casino and Resort, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, FMT Consultants, and Thermo Fisher Scientific. ¢
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Rockin’ Out
TEEN BANDS GATHER FOR A NIGHT OF MUSIC, DANCING AND VIDEO GAMES photo provided by the City of Carlsbad
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unk, indie and rock music hit each other head on in the recent 11th Annual Teen Scene at the Calavera Hills Community Center. The main event, Battle of the Bands, gathered quite a crowd as ten bands took center stage to battle for the title of champion. Bands were judged by music industry professionals in five categories: on-stage presence, vocal ability, instrumental talents, originality and crowd response. The victors, Occupancy 64, now Misinterpretations, a pop punk band with members from Carlsbad and Encinitas, won a one-day recording session in Hurley’s professional recording studio, along with Big Bear ski lift tickets and paid gigs with the Rock the Library concert series. Occupancy 64 was started in early 2012 by childhood friends Jack Lambert (guitar/vocals) and Rylan Lacey (bass). Through member changes early on, Tommy English joined on drums, but later switched to guitar when AJ Tartol took over. You can find the band’s music online at www.occupancy64.bandcamp.com or www.facebook.com/occupancy64. Step Forward Lads, a North County indie/rock band who has hit the stage with bands like The Black Keys, Modest Mouse and Jimmy Eat World took second place. Third place went to Consensus, a Mission Viejo bred band with a taste for music of all kinds. Other highlights of the events included an art café, a neon dance room, and a GameTruck which held four game units for gamers to choose from and play.
Rachael Shay, the special events supervisor for the City of Carlsbad said, “The caliber of talent that Teen Scene attracts as well as its highquality production, professional judges, and prizes have made it one of the largest teen events in North County. The City of Carlsbad is proud to offer this venue for creative expression to its young residents.” For more information on the Teen Scene or other upcoming events visit www.carlsbadca.gov/parksandrec or call the special events hotline at 760-434-2843. ¢
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In Solidarity for Peace
KIDS FOR PEACE WORKS TO PROMOTE PEACE LOCALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY
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ids for Peace started with a vision to promote a better world for our
students in a remote village in Africa. Their signature project, Peace Pack,
children. Jill McManigal and Danielle Gram came together to form
works to send knapsacks to less fortunate children worldwide.
the organization after striking up a casual conversation about their shared
Locally, Kids for Peace has formed a project to unite all Carlsbad
passion – creating a safe, peaceful future for children – at a Carlsbad
schools in the spirit of kindess. Nineteen schools participated in this
neighborhood party. Within weeks of meeting, the women gathered a small
project by creating kindness-themed banners which were then hung at
group of children together in Jill’s backyard and Kids for Peace was born.
the Carlsbad City and Georgina Cole Libraries.
Today, Kids for Peace is a global 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides a platform for young people to actively engage in socially conscious
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leadership, community service, arts, environmental stewardship and global friendship. It has launched over two hundred interconnected chapters around the world with projects reaching seventy-five countries. Through Kids for Peace projects and programs, youth of all socioeconomic backgrounds are empowered to become a part of a healthy and harmonious planet. Kids for Peace has launched projects including an anti-bullying initiative which first started at three elementary schools in Carlsbad, and now has spread to over 1,094 schools nationwide. The nonprofit has also taken part in pledge tours, presenting their peace pledge at the House Floor of Congress in Washington, D.C., and the United Nations for UN International Day of Peace. They are involved with a variety of projects including Kids Peace for Kenya, where they volunteered and supported
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:::: COMMUNITY STUFF Easter Festivities
The Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa will be hosting two special events this April for hotel guests and local residents. On April 20, the hotel will celebrate Easter with an Easter Brunch and Easter Egg Hunt. The Easter Brunch begins at 11:30 a.m. and goes until 3:30 p.m. and will be prepared by Twenty/20 Grill. For those children who will be dining at brunch, an Easter Egg Hunt will also be available. The Easter Egg Hunt begins at 1 p.m. and is open to children of all ages. There will also be kids activities on the Pacific Lawn from 1 to 3 p.m. The Easter Bunny will be available for photos beginning at 11:30 a.m. and will also be present during brunch at Twenty/20. For reservations or more information visit www.twenty20grill.com or call 760-827-2500.
A Happy Ending
Renae Farley recently released All We Need is a Happy Ending, a personal account about her sister Diane’s journey with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. “This book was written out of passion as I was trying to find a cure for my sister’s disease. I documented the six-year odyssey in the hope that it would be of help to other families going through what we did,” said Renae. Always seeking a happy ending, Renae held her sister’s hand through it all, inspiring people with her message of unconditional love. You can purchase All We Need Is a Happy Ending from www.amazon.com in paperback or as an eBook. Find out more about Renae at www.renaefarley.com.
EGGstravaganza is Back
Carlsbad’s popular EGGstravaganza Spring Festival returns April 19 at Poinsettia Community Park. The event will feature a scramble of multiple egg hunts organized in groups according to age, along with a photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny, a fun zone and more. Avoid lines during the event by purchasing activity cards and fun zone wristbands in advance. Both are available at select community centers from April 7 through 18. EGGstravaganza will also give attendees a preview of summer camps offered by the City with interactive demonstrations and opportunities to get to know staff. Parents and children can find out more about camps including cooking, performing arts, sports, aquatics and science. For more information visit www.carlsbadca.gov/parksandrec or call 760-434-2843.
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New Artist in Town
San Juan Capistrano craftsman John Cederquist’s “John Cederquist: Illusions in Wood” exhibit is now on display at the William D. Cannon Art Gallery through May 25. John’s craftmenship is known for masterful plays on dimensional illusion and the dreamlike quality of his wood constructions. He is recognized throughout the country for his work, and has dozens of pieces in private and public collections, including the American Craft Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Art and Smithsonian American Museum. John draws his inspiration from comic strips, surfing culture, advertising, trompe l’oeil (fool the eye) painting and classical Japanese arts and crafts. The gallery is open to the public Tuesdays through Sundays and admission is free. For information on gallery programs visit www.carlsbadca.gov/arts or contact the William D. Cannon Gallery at 760-602-2021.
Roundabout to Come
The City of Carlsbad has begun the construction of a new traffic roundabout at the intersection of Carlsbad Boulevard and State Street. The roundabout is the first major construction project that will ease traffic for pedestrains and cyclists along Highway 101, and will be the first roundabout on the historic street. The single-lane roundabout will feature artwork designed by Bay Area artist Roger Stoller. The construction for the project began on Jan. 6 and should be completed this spring. For more information visit www.carlsbadca.gov.
A Wish Come True
In his battle against hereditary progressive muscular dystrophy, Aidden has found help in the form, of a superhero that is. Aidden was recently granted his lifelong wish, to swim with dolphins in the Bahamas, through Make-A-Wish San Diego at Spinal Elements in Carlsbad. His wish granting ceremony was anything but ordinary as it was unveiled superhero-style. To recieve his wish he had to race through a Gotham City-like course in his mini-Batmobile, taking directions from Batman and Batgirl to reach the finish line. Spinal Elements donated over $50,000 to the San Diego Make-AWish Chapter in 2013 and estimates it will double that amount in 2014. For more information visit www.sandiego.wish.org.
Supervisors Support “Think Local First”
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution to encourage local spending, as part of the Think Local First campaign by the San Diego North Chamber of Commerce. “Buying locally instead of buying out of town – when the price for the product is the same – will positively impact local business,” Supervisor Dave Roberts said. “This program is designed to grow jobs, strengthen our tax base, and champion commerce in our county.”
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New Youth Basketball Team in Town
The Student Union of Notable Scholars (SUN) is pleased to announce that they now have an organization tailored for Carlsbad and other North County basketball athletes called the Carlsbad Suns. Their elite youth basketball program focuses on developing student athletes by providing developmental opportunitites to further their educational and life skills through the game of basketball. The Carlsbad Suns currently have one 12U boys team, with plans to include additional teams. They also run a skills night on Sunday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. which is lead by Nick Levine, Varsity Basketball Coach at Pacific Ridge School in Carlsbad. The sessions are open to boys and girls from 5th to 8th grade. See www.carlsbadsuns.com for more information.
Wild West Fest
Pull on your cowboy boots and hat and head on down to the City of Carlsbad’s annual Wild West Fest. The event takes place at the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and features western themed crafts, root beer tastings, a salsa contest, and pony rides and mechanical bull riding for the kids. Admission to Wild West Fest is free, and activity cards can be purchased for $6. For $3, participants can indulge in root beer tastings. The salsa contest will be judged by Chili’s and features prizes as well as a table presentation. Free parking is available at Carrillo Elementary School. Visit www.carlsbadca.gov/parksandrec or call 760602-7519 for more information.
CRC Names New CEO
Community Resource Center (CRC) recently announced Paul B. Thompson as its new CEO. Paul brings more than three decades of nonprofit experience to CRC. He was previously the president and CEO of the San Diegobased project, Concern International, and spent eighteen years working at World Vision. “On behalf of the Board of Directors of Community Resource Center, I am delighted to welcome Paul Thompson as our new CEO,” said Board Chair Duane Nelles. CRC has been a primary provider of comprehensive social services in North County San Diego since 1979. CRC’s staff currently serve more than 11,000 individuals every year through food stabilization, general and domestic violence shelter assistance, asset building, workforce development programs, and more. To learn more about the organization visit www.crcncc.org.
Mimi Kirk Talks Raw
Mimi Kirk, who was named PETA’s Sexiest Vegetarian Over 50, recently spoke at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa at First Friday Breakfast. Topics she covered included why you should make dietary adjustments, how to ease yourself into eating better and navigating the grocery store. Mimi is the best-selling author of Live Raw and Live Raw Around the World. She is a raw food chef, sought after speaker and health consultant. She can be seen on her YouTube channel where she demonstrates how to prepare delicious raw food dishes. First Friday Breakfast is the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce’s premiere networking and business promotional event. For more information about these events visit www.carlsbad.org or call 760-931-8400.
Go Lancer Dancers
Carlsbad High School’s Varsity Dance Team, the Lancer Dancers, took second place in the 2014 Universal Dance Association’s (UDA) National Championships, the most prestigious dance competition in the nation for high school dance teams in Orlando, FL. The Lancer Dancers won second place for their hip hop performance, also placing fifth in the jazz dance category. “We are so proud of the performances our girls delivered this year at Nationals,” said Lancer Dancers Booster Club President, Judy Esquivel. “The countless hours of practice and preparation clearly paid off.” The Lancer Dancers’ performances will be available to watch on ESPN. For more information visit www.lancerdancers.com.
A More Accessible Icon
Tri-City Medical Center, in partnership with Clarks America, Wounded Warriors, and Jeremy McGhee, a wounded warrior himself, recently added a new handicapped accessible icon to fifty of their parking spaces. The new icon is intended to change how people with disabilities are perceived. The new icon was created by the Accessible Icon Project, a global movement whose goal is to transform the old international symbol of access into a new, active and engaged image. Tri-City Medical Center is the first facility in California to partner with the Project and adopt their icon. For more information about the icon see www.accessibleicon.org.
Join the Art of Savoir-Faire
Assistance League Rancho San Dieguito’s annual spring fundraiser, Spring SavoirFaire, will be held on Monday, April 28, at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa. The event will be emceed by Southern California news anchor, Carol LeBeau, and will feature entertainment by San Diego’s premier jazz vocal ensemble Sounds Divine along with a silent auction. All proceeds will be used to support programs dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of people affected by violence, trauma and poverty in North County San Diego. To learn about more about the organization visit their website at www.alrsd.org.
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Email us your favorite photos at photos@92009magazine.com 1. Celebrating at the 11th Annual Teen Scene! photo by the City of Carlsbad. 2. Skyler P. (’16) performs his original song Weather Patterns at The Grauer School’s Café Night of Originals incorporating sounds from scissors and a stapler. 3. Kids for Peace, a Carlsbad nonprofit, in front of the Statue of Liberty. 4. Teaching staff and students about the benefits of eating nutritional delights! Cortney from Activ8 Athleticism cooks up fun eats at the Boys and Girls Club of Bressi Ranch. 5. La Costa Canyon Pop Warner player sprinting down the field. 6. Carlsbad resident, Katrina Schaber, the US emerging Paralympic Alpine skier, with her fellow TD Ameritrade athletes in front of the Olympic flame in Sochi. 7. Students showing some school spirit. 8. It’s like shooting “thin mint fish” in a barrel at the NSDC Association of Realtors meeting in Carlsbad! Selling Girl Scout cookies is a family affair for the Kleber family! 9. La Costa Canyon students showing school spirit. Photo by Bjorn Paige. 10. Carlsbad City Library celebrated the 10th anniversary of Carlsbad Reads Together in February with the book Palisades Park by award-winning author Alan Brennert. 11. Good times at the Tiki community party for Carlsbad Causes for Community (C3). 12. Matt Hall, the Mayor of Carlsbad made a proclamation that Feb. 7 was Sammy Nestico Day. Legendary arranger/composer Sammy Nestico, a Carlsbad resident, just turned 90 years old. 13. Horizon Prep math Olympics finalists. 14. Easter egg hunt time!
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LOCAL OASIS CARLSBAD RESIDENTS CAN RELAX AND BE PAMPERED AT OCEAN PEARL SPA
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ccording to Carol Holguin, Director of Ocean Pearl Spa, Carlsbad residents don’t have to travel far for a first-class spa experience. “Ocean Pearl Spa is located at the beautiful Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa. We are an affordable boutique resort spa that has become a local favorite since we opened our doors in 2008. Our guests enjoy the resort amenities, as well as a beautiful and intimate spa experience,” related Holguin. Ocean Pearl Spa specializes in body scrubs and wraps, massages, facials, waxing, and natural nail care for women and men. As stated by Holguin, one of the most popular services is the Pearl Massage. This signature treatment features a warm poultice filled with aromatic and
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healing herbs that offers guests relaxation with a therapeutic touch. Ocean Pearl Spa uses natural and organic locally-sourced products in their treatments, and the experienced staff is dedicated to the well-being of spa guests. “What truly makes Ocean Pearl Spa stand out are our service providers. Our therapists have years of experience in their craft and are highly skilled. Each therapist customizes the spa experience to the treatment goal of each guest,” stated Holguin. Ocean Pearl Spa therapists specialize in prenatal, reflexology, deep tissue and various other modalities. Guests can check-in up to one hour prior to their scheduled appointment, and can begin relaxing in the steam room, the resort Jacuzzi or the spa lounge. After their treatment, guests
can continue their spa experience with more relaxation or by having lunch at the on-property Twenty/20 Grill. The Spa offers a local’s escape package which includes one fifty-minute spa service and lunch for $120. And during June, July and August, there’s a spa happy hour every other Thursday evening. Spa happy hours include an express (twenty-five minute) massage, light bites and wine, or a cocktail. Ocean Pearl Spa can also host private events, such as birthday parties, bachelorette parties, and other special celebrations. During the weekend of May 2 through 4, 2014, Ocean Pearl Spa is having a special event focused on women’s health and wellness. Women’s Weekend of Wellness will feature spa treatments, yoga sessions and seminars on a variety of topics, such as
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Remember A Faire to
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The Carlsbad Village Faire is Bigger and Better than Ever photos by Soul of Photography
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or the past thirty years the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce has put on an event that has come to be a staple of the city, community and enthusiasts alike. The Carlsbad Village Faire can now claim the title of the largest single-day street fair in the nation, and with the wide variety of shopping and activities, there’s plenty of reasons why. Drawing as many
as 100,000 attendees to over 900 booths, the faire is an event that lives up to its title. Whether you attend every single year, or haven’t been recently, one thing is certain: Sunday, May 4 will be a day that all Carlsbad residents will be proud of. Ted Owen, President and CEO of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, shares some of the history of the event and what attendees can expect this year.
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President & CEO of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce For the benefit of those who may have never attended, can you describe the bi-annual Carlsbad Village Faire? With more than 900 vendors, the Carlsbad Vilage Faire is the largest one-day street fair of its kind in the United States. Held the first Sundays of May and November each year, this is the forty-first year of the tradition that draws more than 100,000 people. The fair has grown to be so popular, that it not only continually attracts people from all over Southern California, but also from other states. Some visitors even plan their vacations around the bi-annual event. The reason so many people return to the fair every year is that they can count on finding quality items to purchase because of the wide variety of vendors. You name it and it’s for sale at the fair.
When and how did the bi-annual event begin? The reason that the Carlsbad Village Faire was created was to bring attention to downtown Carlsbad. Back in 1984, the Chamber organized the Carlsbad Village Faire to showcase the Village of Carlsbad and all of the businesses that call it home. The plan worked beyond the Chamber’s expectations, and it has grown into
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Name: Ted Owen Organization: Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Education: MBA National University, San Diego, CA; BA, Social Science, Chapman University, Orange, CA; AS, Journalism, Vincennes University, Vincennes, Ind. Family: Wife – Kathy
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Hobbies and Interests: Owen, a twenty-two-year combat veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, joined the Chamber as president and CEO in 2004. Before taking the helm of the chamber, Owen twice served as the president and publisher of the San Diego Business Journal. Favorite Activity at the Carlsbad Village Faire: I like to walk the aisles and see what all the vendors are offering. I’m always amazed by what I find.
How is the faire planned and managed each year? Kennedy & Associates operates the Carlsbad Village Faire for the Chamber. The effort is headed by Brian Roth, who is continuing a tradition that started with his father-in-law, Keith Kennedy, who, along with the late Buddy Storm, promoted the fair and grew it into the best street fair in the country.
How large is the event in terms of attendance, activities, booths, and revenue? We have more than 900 vendor booths at the event, which makes it the largest one-day street fair in the country. Our figures suggest that in good years, more than 100,000 people visit the fair during the day.
What are some of the most popular activities/vendors each year? It all depends on what people are looking for. That’s the beauty of the Carlsbad Village Faire. If it’s legal and if it’s made, you can almost always find what you’re looking for.
What is new this year at the faire? Some of the new products that vendors are offering at the Carlsbad Village Faire this year include wagons for children with custom suspensions and accessories, carved soap flowers, patio swings, personalized stainless steel rings and wooden neck ties, bowties and bolo ties.
Where and when is this event held? The Carlsbad Village Faire is held the first Sundays of May and November every year. The next event takes place in the Village of Carlsbad on Grand Ave. from Carlsbad Blvd. to Jefferson St. on May 4 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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At-A-Glance
Event Name: Carlsbad Village Faire
Date/Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 4 Website: www.carlsbad.org
Head Organizer: Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Location: The Village of Carlsbad – Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad (Grand Ave. from Carlsbad Blvd. to Jefferson St.)
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/carlsbadchamber Phone Number: 760-931-8400 Cost: Free
What can attendees expect in terms of entertainment at this year’s event? The Rotary Club of Carlsbad’s beer and wine garden will entertain fairgoers with a large screen TV and live bands. The Kiwanis Club of Carlsbad will continue its more than twenty-five-year tradition of hosting a pancake breakfast at the Carlsbad railroad depot. The meal, which includes pancakes, sausage, coffee and juice, will be served between 7 a.m. and noon.
What can attendees expect in terms of food and refreshments at this year’s event? The international food court will once again feature more than fifty booths serving everything from Thai to Hawaiian cuisine. There is also a beer garden and many booths with delicious snacks scattered throughout the fair, so bring your appetite.
What types of activities are planned for children this year? The children’s area will entertain youngsters with games, a super slide, a bounce house, a rock climbing wall, face painting, and arts and crafts.
Where should attendees plan to park for the faire? Due to limited parking and street closures (Grand Ave. from Carlsbad Blvd. to Jefferson St. and all of the cross streets in between will be closed for the event) we recommend that people use public transportation. The Sprinter can drop you off right at the heart of the fair. We also have complimentary shuttles that will run to and from the fair. Shuttles will pick up and drop off passengers at the Poinsettia Coaster Station and the northwest corner of Sears at Westfield Plaza Camino Real.
Why should local residents attend and support the event this year? Despite its size, the Carlsbad Village Faire is still a local event. Many local businesses take part in it, so you can shop and feel rest assured that your dollars stay and are invested locally. In addition, the Carlsbad Village Faire is a great way to get to know the businesses that are located in Carlsbad Village. Many have booths in front of their stores. The great thing about them is that they’ll always be there after the fair is over. ¢
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THE CARLSBAD SISTER CITY AMBASSADORS HONOR FUTTSU, JAPAN photos provided by Vesta Rundle-Ross
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days time. The surprise was unveiled and presented at the farewell
their sister city, Futtsu, Japan on April 26 with a cherry tree planting
dinner to the gracious Japanese sisters.
Japanese sisters will receive a gift of three Pink Cloud Flowering Cherry
came to visit Carlsbad and La Costa Heights Elementary school. Gifts
trees, as well as a dedication plaque. The public is invited to attend.
were exchanged, music shared and friendship spread. The sister
and dedication ceremony at the Courtyard at Carlsbad City Hall. The
There will also be an additional cherry tree planting ceremony on April 23 at La Costa Heights Elementary School to honor the special relationship the school has with its Japanese sisters. The Carlsbad Sister City Ambassadors, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit has
The sister relationship continued to grow as more Japanese visitors
relationships are still blossoming and will continue to do so in spring with the addition of the cherry trees. For more information about the Carlsbad Sister City Ambassadors visit www.carlsbadambassadors.us. ¢
been working with Futtsu, Japan and Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic to foster international relationships. The nonprofit conducts and manages the City of Carlsbad Sister City Program. The nonprofit’s relationship with Futtsu began in 2011 after a tsunami hit the city right before delegates from Futtsu were scheduled to visit Carlsbad. The delegates decided to visit despite the tragedy and were welcomed with open arms. The Japanese sisters participated in a whole array of activities with their sisters, including a farewell dinner with a special surprise. Students from La Costa Heights Elementary school surprised their Japanese sisters by raising $1,000 in funds for tsunami relief. Students from the school were able to combine their efforts and reach this goal within four
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Conserve, Conserve, Conserve! By SUPERVISOR DAVE ROBERTS
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vote by the San Diego County Water Authority’s Board of Directors in February was unanimous and the message was clear: conserve, conserve, conserve. Drought conditions in parts of California are as bad as they have been in a century. As the county’s representative to the Water Authority, I joined my colleagues from twenty-four member agencies in support of furthering conservation. The directors’ vote initiated the agency’s Water Shortage and Drought Response Plan to conserve as much stored water as possible so it can be made available where it is needed most. Last activated in 2007, the plan is designed to preserve the water held in storage and to minimize the impacts of supply challenges. The board also approved alerting all of its member agencies that the region is at Level 1 Drought Watch. That means that water district officials must identify specific actions necessary for their communities, such as repairing leaks quickly, limiting irrigation to the evening and early-morning hours and expanding use of recycled and non-potable water. As we lay plans to conserve, we can feel good about our track
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record. San Diego County has reduced its water consumption by 27% since 2007, even though our population has increased. The Water Authority, to its credit, has greatly expanded the county’s storage capacity and has made capital investments and negotiated agreements to diversify the sources of our water portfolio. Since January, when I took over as the county’s water board representative, I have toured the Colorado River Aqueduct and the Sacramento/San Joaquin Bay Delta. Those trips drove home an important point: that most of the water we consume travels great distances, and at great cost, to reach us. And when water flows from our faucets, it’s no accident. To maintain our quality of life for our homes, businesses and farms, we must continue to diversify our supplies and to expand water recycling and reuse. And of course, conservation is key. To learn more about how to conserve water visit the Water Authority’s website at www.sdcwa.org. ¢ Dave Roberts represents the Third District on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors.
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o say that Graeme Dixon knows a thing or two about horses is an understatement. While growing up in the United Kingdom he learned to properly ride and thoroughly care for horses as an active member of The Pony Club. When he later moved to the states Dixon became a regular competitor in horse riding, competing on the San Diego “hunter/jumper” circuit for over twenty years. Today, Dixon acts as owner and head trainer for UK Equestrian LLC, a riding school and training facility located in Carlsbad; and although Dixon still competes, though not as often, he takes much joy in seeing his riders succeed, supporting them every step of the way. According to Dixon, the overall mission of UK Equestrian LLC is to “create an environment that allows us to reach our goals and celebrate our successes as part of our UKE family.” With this mantra in mind, Dixon
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has created a successful riding school and training facility, offering riding lessons for all ages and experience levels, as well as weeklong day camps for children during school breaks, birthday parties and private group events. He is now offering a horse-lease program while currently looking into a consignment program that matches horses with riders who are looking to be a horse owner. Trail rides will also be available March 1 “for those more interested in escaping the worries of the world for an hour or two in the beautiful surroundings,” explained Dixon. When asked about specific successes of his Whether it’s team, Dixon replied: “Whether it’s learning to trot, learning to trot, canter or jump for the first time, or whether you’re canter or jump for competing as part of the equestrian show team at the first time, or UKE, success is different for everyone. I am most whether you’re proud of the support we give each other and the competing as part camaraderie for all levels of success.” of the equestrian And although Dixon competes less frequently show team at UKE, then he used to, he hasn’t lost his competitive success is different edge in the sport. “I recall being asked by a for everyone.” colleague if I miss competing and I replied that it’s funny, I used to get so much pleasure competing individually, but what I discovered is I get just as much pleasure, if not more, watching my riders compete,” explained Graeme. “Whether it’s in the hunter ring or the jumper ring or simply learning to jump for the first time, I find I’m riding every fence with them and it’s so much fun and exciting just watching them and helping them to reach their goals.” ¢
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AT-A-GLANCE Name of Business: UK Equestrian LLC Owner/Manager: Graeme Dixon Years in Position: 5 Year of Establishment: 2008 Address: 2820 Sunnycreek Rd., Carlsbad, CA 92010 Website: www.theukequestrian.com Email contact: ukequestrian@san.rr.com Phone: 858-405-6409 Description of Business: UK Equestrian LLC is a riding school and training facility offering lessons in a safe and fun environment for both children and adults of all levels from beginner to advanced. They have well trained horses and ponies and focus on basic horsemanship from the ground up.
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riends and family members gathered together for a Top O’ the Mornin’ Saint Patrick’s Day celebration in the Village hosted by the Carlsbad High-Noon Rotary. A delicious display of pancakes, bacon and festive green smoothies welcomed hungry Carlsbad residents who showed up early in the morning in full Irish getup ready for a day of fun, sun and entertainment. Irish dancers performed later on in the afternoon, and local vendors offered new products to try. Proceeds from the event went to the youth of Carlsbad and community service projects. ¢
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At-A-Glance Name of Business: The Faucet Factory President/Owner: Joel Warners Years in Position: New owner of Faucet Factory, 20 years of industry experience Year of Establishment: 1985 Address: 523 Encinitas Blvd., Suite 110, Encinitas, CA 92024 Website: www.thefaucetfactory.com Email Contact: info@thefaucetfactory.com Phone: 760-436-0088 Description of Business: The Faucet Factory is a kitchen and bath showroom, specializing in decorative faucets, fixtures and hardware for the kitchen, bath and bar.
Exquisite Hands-On Showroom The Faucet Factory Brings Enjoyment and Inspiration to Your Design Process by LINDA FRABL | photos by Tyler McElhaney
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s exciting as it is to renovate our kitchens and bathrooms, it can be daunting to research the plethora of aesthetic styles and brands that are available. Even if we pore over decorating magazines, or Pinterest and Houzz, it is still difficult to visualize the final manifestation in our home. If only there was a hands-on gallery approach to the process, where we could leisurely stroll through showrooms that feature the very best innovative products out there. Lo and behold, The Faucet Factory in Encinitas, under new ownership by Faucets N’ Fixtures, lets us do just that. As President Joel Warners said, “At the Faucet Factory, we pride ourselves on being the best choice for designers, builders and homeowners when it comes to providing the most elegant and authentic products on the market. Our product offering has been carefully curated, and our showroom is designed for the most discerning client as a place where creativity can flourish. With a well-planned store flow, carefully placed products and stunning kitchen and bath vignettes, we aim to bring inspiration to your design process.” Clients are encouraged to “see, touch and experience” everything at The Faucet Factory,
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according to Joel, which makes for a fun, rewarding shopping excursion. An entire store remodel is planned over the course of next year so that customers will be able to try out the products as well as see sinks, tubs and other items in full bathroom vignettes. Joel said, “We want customers to see and touch the products before purchasing them. Our showroom is focused on showcasing the most current trends, including sinks, tubs, faucets, steam and sauna, mirrors, cabinets, toilets and bidets, vanities, cabinet and door hardware. We know there is a need for quality plumbing choices and now we can offer accessibility to our unique product offerings here in Encinitas.” So don’t worry about your kitchen or
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At-A-Glance
Owner: Dr. William Meade Jr. Years in Position: 2+ Year of Establishment: 2011 Address: 6070 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA 92011 Website: www.activ8athleticism.com Email Contact: info@activ8athleticism.com Phone: 760-476-1532 Description of Business: Activ8 is a health and wellness company that uses an integrated approach to maximize individual peak performance both on and off the field.
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ctiv8 is a health and wellness One of the appeals of Activ8 is their company that was started in boutique-style approach to private coaching the summer of 2011 with the sessions for the student athlete and active mission to educate clients about adult. For example, for athletes going through their health and teach them ways to make injury rehabilitation and further prevention, responsible lifestyle choices that will improve this intimate setting could be critical to their their wellness. This Carlsbad development and training. Dr. Our team is based family business has Meade elaborated, “We are able the goal of helping clients to train the high performance dedicated to reach their peak performance developing strong student athlete, a client that had potential through specialty a heart transplant, an active adult relationships with recovering from an ankle injury, private coaching. “Both my our clients.” wife, a registered nurse, or an NFL placekicker looking to and I are in healthcare. My create a performance nutrition brother-in-law has a degree program.” Activ8 can create a in athletic training and a background in personalized program for each client, including physical therapy. We had many discussions a tailored fitness and nutrition regimen. “Our about how we could integrate these disciplines business focuses on the individual,” said to help people take a proactive approach Dr. Meade. Another unique service that the to their health. Activ8 was born out of those Activ8 team provides is corporate wellness, a discussions,” explained Dr. William Meade Jr., program designed to improve the health and owner of Activ8 Athleticism. According to Dr. wellness of employees for small and medium Meade, who is also an attending emergency sized businesses, both in the private and physician at Tri-City Medical Center, Activ8’s public service sectors. expert staff uses a holistic, integrated Activ8 serves a variety of clients through approach to address clients’ needs and coach customized, performance based training them to their desired performance outcome. programs starting at age 9. Regardless of age,
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DEVELOPING FUTURE LEADERS Former Fire Chief Crawford Serves His Community from Various Leadership Positions by AMY LEHRER | photos by Soul of Photography
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ormer fire chief for the Carlsbad Fire Department and philanthropist, Kevin Crawford recently became the president and CEO of the United Way of San Diego (UWSD). He looks forward to expanding UWSD’s new business model and plans to focus on early grade education, financial stability, community health and homelessness. Via a unanimous vote, Crawford briefly served as the interim city manager. As Carlsbad’s chief executive officer, he managed a workforce committed to serving its community. Two of his projects included creating a childhood literacy initiative and expanding the Scripps Encinitas Hospital. While serving as fire chief, Crawford ensured the Carlsbad Fire Department safeguarded lives, property and the environment. This all-risk fire department prevents, prepares for, responds to and helps Carlsbad citizens recover from emergencies. The mission of the Carlsbad Fire Department is to enhance Carlsbad community life, and if the community felt safe and had confidence in its fire department, Crawford felt that mission had been accomplished. He enjoyed witnessing people’s lives improve physically and emotionally. He revealed, “It motivates me to see people reach heights they didn’t know were possible.”
Additionally, to raise the next generation of leaders for San Diego, Crawford taught charactercentered leadership strategy seminars. He created his book, A Chief Reflects on Leadership: Thoughts to Awaken the Mind of a Leader, as a means to express his vision. Crawford earned his ALA degree from Santa Ana College, completed the fire protection administration program with honors from San Diego State University (SDSU) and earned his JD from Western Sierra Law School. He became a firefighter/ paramedic for the City of Poway in 1984 and transferred to the Carlsbad Fire Department in 1986. Crawford fulfills his personal mantra – live in the moment – by spending time with his family. Crawford explained, “Spending time together as a family is the highlight of our personal lives.” His wife, Jolane, is the most compassionate, beautiful and sweet person he knows. They have two sons, two daughters and three grandchildren. Jolane and Kevin Crawford participate in philanthropic activities. Crawford helped create the paramedic program at Palomar College and served on the Education Vision Council for United Way as chair. Crawford advised, “Those of us who can need to help those who can’t.” In the future Crawford looks forward to reading on the beach bluffs and traveling. He’s visited Russia four times, and he and his wife envision more adventures. ¢
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MEET KEVIN Name: Community: Favorite Spot:
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CARLSBAD CAUSES FOR COMMUNITY (C3) SUPPORTS OUR COMMUNITY
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rests firmly on three, strong pillars:
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money to fight MS, but they will also be
team of local merchants and individuals who
raising awareness about upcoming C3
work together to raise money for various
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wellness services and activites for those who live, work, and play here. Some of the past events C3 has organized
Also, make sure to get your walking shoes ready for their scavenger hunts during the weekend of May 30. C3 has prepared two
include Halloween in the Village, the Fairy Tale
fun-filled, wacky hunts for kids and adults alike
Formal Ball, and Nesha’s Breast Cancer Battle
to explore and compete in. Whether you are a
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work focusing on their upcoming events including
to come explore the Village.
the MS Walk and the Village Scavenger Hunt. C3 is currently collaborating to pull together Team Carlsbad to walk the 1.5
If you are interested in learning more about C3 and upcoming community events visit the C3 website at www.carlsbadcauses.org. ¢
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by TORI MORRISON | Photos by Spark Photography and Project Wildlife Care Center Staff
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roject Wildlife, a nonprofit organization, serves as the primary resource for animal rehabilitation and conservation education in San Diego County. The organization cares for sick, injured, and abandoned wildlife throughout the County and then ensures that healthy animals are released back to the wild. Educating the public about wildlife interactions is another part of their mission, as they can have a major positive impact on the lives of wild animals.
Sick, Injured or Orphaned The first thing to remember is that wildlife generally view humans as a threat. So even if you are trying to help, too much handling or commotion can lead to undue stress on an animal. Watch to be sure the animal really is sick, injured, or orphaned and then act. When assisting the animal, stay calm. Bring the animal to a licensed rehabilitation center. If you are handling the animal yourself, wear gloves or use a towel and place the animal in a container with air holes.
frequented by coyotes. Also, ensuring trash can lids are tight, not leaving pet food outside and sealing access to garages or crawl spaces will help avoid unwanted wild animal visitors. If these efforts fail to keep wildlife out of your home or backyard, there are also some simple and safe deterrents you can try. These include using chili powder on plants, and installing motion-sensitive lights. Humane wildlife extraction is also an option. Humane exclusion encourages wild animals to leave and not to return without the use of pesticides.
Feeding Animals Avoid feeding wild animals as that teaches them to associate humans with a food source. This act causes wildlife to become too tame and lose their self-protecting fear of people.
Resident Wildlife
If you find an injured or abandoned animal, do not attempt to keep the animal yourself. Its best chance for survival is to get it to a licensed rehab facility like Project Wildlife as soon as possible.
Some wild animals live close to residential areas and may enter yards in search of food or water. Pets should never be left in unattended areas
For more information go to www.projectwildlife.org. ¢
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Support Mason’s Battle
LOCAL CARLSBAD FAMILY SEARCHES FOR A DONOR photos by Roon Brown Photography
M
ason Morash is your typical 7-year-old. He’s cheerful, active,
Mason’s disease. There are donation links for funds to go toward
and loves outdoor activities – especially ones involving wheels.
Mason’s benefit account and a fundraising shirt for sale as well.
Since his diagnosis in December 2013 however, Mason has found
You can find more information about Mason’s needed bone marrow
it hard to perform the activities he loves. In fact, his whole life has
match at www.bethematch.org. Donors can register via a link created
changed quite unexpectedly. Mason was diagnosed with severe
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aplastic anemia, a rare disease in which bone marrow, and the blood stem cells that reside there, are damaged. As a result, Mason does not have an immune system and is not able to go out in public in order to protect him from disease. Mason’s best bet for treatment is a bone marrow transplant. His best match would have been his younger brother, Ethan. Ethan, however, was not found to be a match. The Morash family has now begun to search for an unrelated donor through the National Bone Marrow Donor Registry. Mason’s only hope is to find a match through Be The Match, a global leader in bone marrow transplantation. The more people that register as donors, the more likely it is that he will find a match. Then he can go back to being an active and healthy 7-year-old kid again, with the ability to go to school, participate in sporting events, and scrape a knee or two every once in awhile. You can follow Mason’s story at www.supermase.com, a blog devoted to his cause and his family’s story as they fight on through
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:::: IN OUR OWN BACKYARD
CAMPING MADE EASY
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here’s nothing like the great outdoors and camping is one way to take it all in. Camping brings a change of pace, fresh air, and the chance to wake up to a chorus of birdsong to name a few things. It’s the perfect remedy for the busy day-to-day work schedule, and the adventure element allows for families to spend time together. Trying it close to home, in your own backyard, is a good way to start.
Make it a True Getaway Keep it Simple • Keep an eye on the weather. A soggy tent and muddy ground will probably have you running inside the house. • Pick a date when you or the kids don’t have school or events the next day. • Don’t purchase too large a tent. A small one will be much quicker and easier to put up. Better yet, if it’s a clear night, skip the tent altogether and sleep out under the stars. • Go off the radar. Tuck your cell phone and tablet away for the day for an instant stress reliever. • Don’t forget the bug spray. Camping is fun, bug bites aren’t.
• As much as possible, pretend the house is not there. Don’t use electricity. • Play some games. A scavenger hunt, board games, playing cards, trivia, or croquet are all great activities. • Use charcoal or colored pencils to take nature rubbings in your yard or press flowers and leaves into a scrapbook. • Explore your neighborhood. Set out with a compass or map to trek local trails. • Plan a sensational dinner that can be cooked entirely on the barbecue. • Do some bird watching, sing campfire songs and swap ghost stories. Bring a tape recorder so you can record the best songs and the scariest ghost stories for posterity. • Make a campfire. Have kids collect wood and teach them how to light and manage a fire safely. • Do some stargazing and pay no heed to a bedtime; everyone will eventually fall asleep to the sounds of nature. • Light the barbecue again after it gets dark and enjoy a late night marshmallow roast.
Now go outside and set up camp . . . no travel required! ¢
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Preserving Our Trails
THE LAKE CALAVERA BOARDWALK TRAILS AND WETLAND RESORATION PROJECT photos provided by Steve Jantz
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here’s exciting news for the hikers, cyclists, trail enthusiasts and naturalists in Carlsbad as the Lake Calavera Boardwalk Trails and Wetland
Restoration Project constructions are finished. Construction to the boardwalk trails began in December 2013 and was completed this spring. The Project’s goal was to create new boardwalks to improve access to and from the existing trail system in the Lake Calavera Preserve. It is part of a trail improvement plan to improve the quality of the trails, the environmental impact people have on the preserve, and the safety of the boardwalks. Before the project began pedestrians relied on makeshift, constructed crossings made out of debris and salvaged construction materials. The new boardwalks are constructed from solid wood and pose less of a risk with elevated edgings for additional safety. Both pedestrians and cyclists are able to access and use the new paths. The construction was made to two areas of the preserve. One boardwalk crosses the Calaveras Creek in the middle of the preserve and is approximately 150 feet long, and the other is located on the east side adjacent to the creek and is approximately 760 feet long. “The new boardwalk trail is a great enhancement for Lake Calavera, because it both improves the preserve’s aesthetics and protects the habitat with a single project,” said Steve Jantz, an associate engineer with the City of Carlsbad Parks and Recreation Department. “This is a win for the preserve’s users, and a win for the environment,” he noted. ¢
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:::: REAL ESTATE WATCH
What to Expect in 2014? Ask Us! Ranked in the Top 20 for 2013 by GLENN HOLTZ & TANYA GABRIELLA
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hat is going to happen in 2014? The only way to really know is to review the past trends. In previous years, investor sales were very high due to the excess of distressed properties up until 2013. With these “bargin properties” continuing to decrease, the investor sales also declined which made 2013 the year of “primary home sales.” Investors are now taking a step back as the discounted properties’ values are appreciating, their profits are becoming less and less, which will allow the traditional and first time home buyers to get a chance to become homeowners. Inventory levels will likely improve in 2014 making the market a more “normal” year. Sellers have also become very optimistic about 2014. According to CAR Seller Survey, “In 2012, the majority of sellers sold primarily because of financial difficulties, but as home prices surged, a desire to trade up became the top reason for selling in 2013.” By July 2013, 95% of the sales in San Diego County were equity sales, 2.7% were short sales, and 2.3% were REOs. We expect that these numbers will stay the same if not get slightly better in 2014.
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Beds
Baths
Est SF
Price
6349 Paseo Aspada
Beds Baths Est SF 4
2
2,106
665,000
Price
7907 Vista Palma
Address
4
3
2,602
849,000
7512 Brava St
4
3
1,761
669,000
7073 Sitio Frontera
5
5
3,296
850,900
7026 Via Calafia
4
3
2,057
670,000
8006 Calle Pinon
4
5
2,987
855,500
2662 Galicia Wy
3
3
3,335
685,000
8029 Paseo Avellano
5
3
3,211
872,000
7023 Via Candrejo
4
3
2,057
695,000
3427 Corte Sonrisa
4
3
2,823
875,000
2523 Navarra #103 Dr
2
2
1,760
695,000
7055 Sitio Corazon
4
3
3,082
877,007
7833 Quebrada Cir
4
2
1,767
700,000
3246 Avenida Del Alba
4
4
3,265
891,500
2743 Ascot Ave
4
3
2,607
707,000
7913 Via Callendo
4
4
2,736
906,000
7318 Sitio Lirio
4
4
3,649
715,000
3448 Camino Alegre
5
3
3,403
925,000
6519 Onda Pl
4
3
2,463
715,000
3415 Corte Aciano
4
4
3,489
946,000
7738 Lucia Ct
3
3
1,936
720,000
2720 Llama Ct
4
4
3,935
975,000
3454 Circulo Adorno Cir
4
2
2,217
720,000
7056 Estrella de Mar
4
5
2,894
1,000,000
7449 Via De Fortuna
3
3
3,663
729,000
7173 Sitio Corazon
4
5
3,352
1,035,000
2645 Paradise Rd
4
3
2,708
745,000
2211 Camino Robledo
5
5
3,356
1,065,000
3466 Corte Fresa
4
4
3,369
780,000
3267 Avenida Aragon
4
4
2,911
1,095,000
2729 Paradise Rd
4
4
2,693
789,000
7531 Circulo Sequoia St
5
5
4,398
1,180,000
2951 Avenida Valera
5
3
2,730
810,000
7139 Corintia St
4
5
3,641
1,190,000
2570 Town Garden Rd
4
5
3,397
810,000
2740 La Costa Ave
4
5
3,773
1,350,000
7751 Quitasol St
4
3
2,695
810,000
7961 Paseo Esmerado
4
4
3,639
1,375,000
2668 Garden House Rd
4
4
3,092
810,000
3332 Venado St
6
4
4,651
1,375,000
2945 Avenida Valera
5
3
2,638
820,000
2618 Obelisco Pl
4
3
3,800
1,400,000
2953 Avenida Valera
4
3
2,432
825,000
3578 Avenida Pantera
6
6
4,669
1,595,000
2609 Town Garden Rd
4
4
3,272
828,750
3562 Camino Arena
6
6
5,203
1,640,000
2550 Town Garden Rd
4
5
3,397
830,000
6973 Corte Langosta
5
6
4,873
1,665,000
7119 Sitio Destino
4
4
2,889
835,000
6278 Paseo Elegancia St
6
6
6,053
1,900,000
1959 Marcasite Pl
4
4
2,745
840,000
6351 Allston St
4
4
5,490
2,000,000
6937 Copal Pl
4
4
2,838
842,500
(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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