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IN THE SPOTLIGHT OHANA CUPCAKES

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CULTIVATING COMMUNITY The Carlsbad Garden Club has provided educational and service opportunities throughout the Carlsbad community since 1932. We speak with President Susan Omanski to discuss the club’s history, achievements, and community projects.

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:::: FROM THE PUBLISHER

Vol. 3, No. 6 TM

Publisher Derrick Breaux

South of the Border has Evolved

went to high school and grew up in North San Diego County. Having moved from Texas, I thought that I had hit the jackpot. San Diego had the beaches, the mountains, the desert, SeaWorld, the San Diego Zoo, La Jolla, Los Angeles – all at our fingertips. But there was one other place that was also a gem, especially in my college years. It was Mexico! Long before the recent negative publicity that Mexico experienced, I was making regular trips south of the border. During spring breaks in Rosarito Beach there were more Americans walking the town than Mexicans. During other times of the year, it was not uncommon to make a last minute decision to head to Puerto Nuevo (commonly referred to as “Lobster Village”) for a day trip to feast on fresh Pacific lobster, warm tortillas, rice and beans, and cold beverages. We could be sitting at the table in about an hour and a half if driving from North County. For the more determined, Ensenada was also a very easy day trip. These were good times. Things were much more simple back then. When I met my wife Jessica in the ‘90s, I was introduced to a different part of Mexico. She had been making the trek down to San Felipe for nearly her entire life. Her father had built a home right on the beach in a remote area slightly south of San Felipe as a result of being involved in the Baja 1000 when he was younger. As Jessica and I began our life together and started making the regular trips to San Felipe, I started becoming part of many of her family’s “Mexico” traditions. Carpooling was encouraged – not necessarily for safety reasons; it was simply more fun. There were certain gas stations that you stopped at. There was a specific route that was taken, and a couple of restroom stops (always the same spots). If we were driving in a group, everyone tried to stay together on the five hour commute. When available, walkie-talkies were used (that always added an extra element to the trip). All of this culminated at the Derrick Breaux most anticipated stop of the day – downtown San Felipe, where the fish tacos, Publisher tortas, and ice cold beer signified that we were now on vacation. With full bellies, we would finish the last 30-minute leg of the drive and arrive at my father-in-law’s beautiful slice of beachfront paradise on the Sea of Cortez. Over the years, we have watched Mexico evolve. The horror stories that you see on the news or hear about from “friends of friends” don’t seem to have been a reality – at least in our parts of Mexico near San Diego. However, there is one reality – many Americans simply stopped going. Spring break is now just like any other week in San Felipe. You no longer see the packs of American teenagers and young adults partying at the hot spots and beaches. It’s slower paced. It’s quite peaceful. We recently went down to the house in San Felipe for spring break. It was a quiet trip. We stopped in town for fish tacos per tradition, then spent the next several days doing nothing. By doing nothing, what I mean is we spent our time relaxing, watching our kids play with their cousin nonstop from sunup to sundown in the sand on the beach. We fished. We cooked. We had happy hour – San Felipe style, of course. We were visited by friends from Del Sur. We played board games and cards after dinner (a few house favorites are Mexican Train, Drunk Mexican Poker, and Spoons). There were no moans and groans from the kids of being hungry or bored. In fact, we had to drag our kids to the table for dinner, at which time they consumed quantities of food that I had never seen them eat before. What 10-year-old kid eats four burritos at a single sitting? Once upon a time, the slower paced (let’s call it relaxing) experience wouldn’t have really worked for me. I’ve always been the type to be on the go. I didn’t completely understand the “sitting around” thing. Now I do. I suppose that means I’ve evolved as well.

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:::: COMMUNITY CALENDAR

things to do in 92009 june + july 2015 JUNE JUNE 6

NATIONAL TRAILS DAY A demonstration trail cleanup and a one-mile educational hike

8:30 – 11:30 a.m. | La Costa Glen Trail www.carlsbadca.gov

JUNE 25

RED SHOE DAY Look for the yellow shirts on your way to work Collecting donations for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego

6:30 – 9:30 a.m.

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CARLSBAD BEACH FEST Live music and dancing, green product vendors, kite-flying, sand-sculpting, surfing, and more

8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Tamarack State Beach www.carlsbadbeachfest.com

JUNE 14

FLAG DAY

JUNE 20

CARLSBAD MUSIC FESTIVAL VILLAGE WALK

JUNE 27

FLOAT N’ FLICK Bring an air mattress and enjoy a movie under the stars in Alga Norte Aquatic Center’s heated pool Admission: $8

7 – 10 p.m. | Alga Norte Aquatic Center www.carlsbadca.gov

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JUNE 21

FATHER’S DAY

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DISCOVERY GALA 2015: PHANTOM OF THE LAGOON A masquerade ball celebrating the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation’s 25th anniversary

5:30 p.m. | Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa www.aguahedionda.org

JULY 25

SPLASH BASH Swimming and floating obstacles Admission: $8

6 – 9 p.m. | Alga Norte Aquatic Center www.carlsbadca.gov

JULY JULY 4

INDEPENDENCE DAY

Free event features 50+ musicians performing throughout the Village

4 – 10 p.m. | Carlsbad Village

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LIFESTYLE & FITNESS FESTIVAL Shopping, music, interactive demonstrations, and a family fitness fun zone

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Pine Avenue Park www.carlsbadca.gov

JULY 26

ELEVATED SMILES OPEN HOUSE Check out the newest dental office in Carlsbad and enjoy free appetizers, raffles, and giveaways

12 – 3 p.m. | 7720 Rancho Santa Fe Rd. Suite E www.elevatedsmiles.com

ONGOING EVENTS MONDAYS

WRITERS GROUP 9 – 11 a.m. | Carlsbad Senior Center www.carlsbadca.gov

4TH THURSDAYS

CRUISING THE ART SCENE With Carlsbad Oceanside Art League An evening of art, music, and fun

5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Village Faire www.cruisingtheartscene.com

2ND SATURDAYS

BIRD WALK WITH JORDAN AHLE 9 – 10 a.m. | Aqua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation www.lagoon.aguahedionda.org

1ST FRIDAYS

1ST WEDNESDAYS

CARLSBAD NEWCOMERS CLUB Meeting begins with half hour of social time followed by guest speaker

THE CARLSBAD GARDEN CLUB 1 p.m. | Dove Library www.carlsbadgardenclub.com

10 – 11:30 a.m. | Heritage Hall at Magee Park www.carlsbadnewcomers.org

3RD SATURDAYS

MONTHLY SATURDAY TRAIL Volunteer Events See website for trail locations and times www.carlsbadca.gov/trails

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STATE STREET FARMERS’ MARKET 3 – 7 p.m. | State St. www.carlsbad-village.com/events

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:::: SPORTS REGISTRATION & ANNOUNCEMENTS

BADMINTON OPEN PLAY BADMINTON Admission: $3 Schedule subject to change Sundays Adults: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Families: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Stagecoach Community Park www.carlsbadca.gov

BOCCE BALL VIGILUCCI’S BEACH BOCCE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP XXXV

KICKBALL COED KICKBALL FOR ADULTS

July 11 Tournament start 7:45 a.m. | Del Mar Dog Beach www.beachbocce.com

FOOTBALL FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS FALL 2015 SEASON BASKETBALL LA COSTA CANYON BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP (AGES 9 – 14) Learn and develop fundamentals of the game of basketball in a fun and challenging learning environment July 6 – 10 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | La Costa Canyon High School www.lccmab.org/boys-basketball-summer-camps

ADULT OPEN PLAY BASKETBALL Schedule subject to change at any time Admission: $3 Saturday: 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. Sunday: 1:45 – 4:30 p.m. Stagecoach Community Center www.carlsbadca.gov

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GOLF CANINE COMPANIONS INVITATIONAL GOLF CLASSIC July 17 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Omni La Costa Resort & Spa www.ccigolf.org

June 12 – July 31 6 – 10 p.m. | Alga Norte Community Park www.carlsbadconnect.org

SWIMMING OPEN RECREATIONAL SWIM Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Alga Norte Aquatic Center wwww.carlsbadca.gov

TENNIS BEGINNING TENNIS FOR ADULTS June 6 – July 11 9 – 10:15 a.m. | Poinsettia Park Tennis Courts www.carlsbadconnect.org

HIKING OPEN HIKE AT BATIQUITOS LAGOON Trail guides available at Nature Center or bulletin boards at each trailhead www.batiquitoslagoon.org

TRIATHLON 34TH ANNUAL CARLSBAD TRIATHLON Course: 1K open-water swim, a 25K bike, and a 5K run July 12 7:30 a.m. | Tamarack State Beach www.carlsbadca.gov

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HOW TO BOND

WITH BABY TOP TIPS FOR NEW DADS AND GRANDDADS

by VONG HUYNH, M.D.; Scripps Coastal Medical Center, Carlsbad

Dads and granddads may feel nervous at first when their tiny newborn arrives, but they can forge a unique bond with baby from the start. Try these tips to build a strong connection with the newest member of your family.

Be a part of the daily routine. Help with bathing, dressing, and changing diapers. Bring your hungry baby to mom for feedings and then take baby back for burping.

Make silly faces. Let your inner silliness come out and play. Scrunch up your face, stick out your tongue, raise your eyebrows. Don’t be surprised when your tiny infant tries to do the same thing. As your baby gets older, start playing peekaboo.

Soothe a fussy baby. Don’t worry that you won’t be able to soothe your baby. Dads and granddads have an important role to play in nurturing and calming a fussy baby. Your larger hands can specialize in making a tight swaddle, and your knees can make a great place to gently vibrate or jiggle your little one. Singing, humming, and walking around are other good tactics.

Touch is key.

Have a dance party.

During the first few weeks of life, the sensation of touch can bring you and your baby close. Place your baby against your chest so he can feel the rhythm of your heartbeat. Stroke her back or rock her gently in your arms.

It’s never too early to start teaching your son or granddaughter how to dance. Babies love music and they love to rock out. Sway around the room to special music. Introduce him to the sounds you love, whether that is classical, swing, folk, alternative, or pop.

Spend time alone with your baby.

Be part of the bedtime routine.

If grandpa is retired, he can come by during the day to give mom a break. Dad can look forward to hanging out when he gets home from work, setting aside some time for him and baby. Little ones love to hear the sound of a deep voice, so talk away. It doesn’t matter what you say – talk about last night’s sport scores if you want or read from a favorite novel.

Sing harmony with mom, read Goodnight Moon, lower the lights, rock your baby before settling her in her crib. Whatever your bedtime ritual, take advantage of this time. As long as you spend time with your baby, a bond will develop. Dads and granddads need to relax, be themselves and enjoy this special time. ¢

Have a staring contest. Babies love to look at faces, so chances are she’ll probably outlast dad and grandpa.

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Vong Huynh, M.D., is a family medicine physician at Scripps Coastal Medical Center in Carlsbad. Dr. Huynh provides a full spectrum of care, from newborns to geriatrics with an expertise in sports and travel medicine.

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:::: COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER

Child Advocate LOVING MOM BECOMES A VOICE FOR NEGLECTED AND ABUSED CHILDREN by AMY LEHRER | photo by Lauren Nygard Photography

ometimes what people receive from life is better than what they had imagined for themselves. For instance, Brandee Leath-Chua exclaimed, “I never imagined myself having kids let alone working with them. Now I am surrounded by them and love it!” Brandee’s journey began after she toured a group home for neglected and abused children who were being placed in the foster care system. Deeply touched and wanting to help, Brandee found Voices for Children (VFC), a non-profit organization that provides volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), and began the process to become one.

Name: Community: Volunteer Affiliation: Profession: Family: Hobbies:

Brandee Leath-Chua La Costa Voices for Children SAHM/Make-up artist Husband – Allan; Children – Isabella (11), Lennox (6) Concerts, running, art, farmers markets

As a CASA, Brandee receives a case from a Juvenile Court judge. She reviews all of the records and connects and builds a relationship with the child. She brings all gathered information to court when the child’s case is tried. Being a CASA is rewarding for Brandee. She is able to show love to children and make a real impact on their lives. She shared, “The process has helped me to appreciate the people in my life, and I have learned so much about the foster care system. The challenging part is that I wish I could do more.” Her biggest reward is knowing she helps children feel safe and valued as they go through something scary. There are multiple ways to help. Some could attend the Starry Starry Night Gala, an annual benefit which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 19 at the San Diego Polo Club. This event will include gourmet cuisine, live entertainment, and an exciting live auction. Individual tickets and tables will be available July 1. Others could become CASAs by signing up for an information session and submitting an application to begin the training process. Individuals interested in volunteering should contact volunteer@speakupnow.org. Volunteering has helped Brandee appreciate her own life more. She lives in La Costa with her husband and loves raising her two children, Isabella and Lennox, close to the beach, among great schools and family-centered events. Isabella loves playing softball, and Lennox loves art and kindergarten. Brandee enjoys being outdoors, running, hiking, art, and fashion. Laughing, dance-offs in the living room, or going to Ponto Beach, the San Diego Botanic Gardens, or Alga Norte Park are routine joys she shares with her family. Having her children witness her helping others is a blessing, and she hopes there will be enough resources and volunteers to provide every child in the foster care system with a CASA. 

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Voices for Children Voices for Children transforms the lives of abused children in San Diego County by providing them with volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs). They believe that every child deserves a safe and permanent home, and to that end, will review and monitor every court file in the system, provide a CASA to every child in the foster care system who needs one, and advocate to improve the lives of San Diego County’s foster children. www.speakupnow.org or 858-569-2019 info@speakupnow.org volunteer@speakupnow.org

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LOCAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS HONORED AT AWARDS CEREMONY photos courtesy of Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce

he Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce recently hosted the 21st Annual Outstanding Educational Program Awards to celebrate innovative and remarkable educational programs in Carlsbad and Encinitas schools. Carlsbad Unified School District (CUSD) Assistant Superintendent Personnel Services Rick Grove and Encinitas Union School District (EUSD) Assistant Superintendent Leighangela Brady served as emcees of the event. The Teachers of the Year for both CUSD and EUSD were recognized at the event, and 27 local arts, civic responsibility, entrepreneurial, and STEM programs were nominated for an award. This year’s winning programs and their lead teachers include Calavera Middle School’s Orphan Train program led by Judi Stapleton, which used theater to help students understand the orphan train movement which started in the late 1800s on the streets of large eastern cities. The civic responsibility award went to Ocean Knoll Elementary School’s Seeds of Knowledge School Garden & Farm led by Jennifer Bond, a seed-to table program that allowed students to plant seeds, harvest the crops, and then clean and prepare produce in a nutrition lab. Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary’s Kid aKademy “Kids Teaching Kids” led by Jeanne Benowitz was awarded in the entreprenuerial category for allowing students to create their own online math tutorial program for other students in the district to use. The STEM program award went to Capri Elementary School’s computer coding and programming class led by Barbara Lamb. For more information visit www.carlsbad.org. ¢

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:::: STUDENT STAR

GLOBAL EXPERIENCE La Costa Canyon Student Bree Westcott Travels to Volunteer and to Learn

by KELLEY GUSICH | photo by Lauren Nygard Photography

aximum involvement has been the cornerstone of Bree Westcott’s career at La Costa Canyon High. On the cheer team from freshman to junior year, she finished as captain. Her two-year involvement with the ASB, planning dances and being “behind the scenes” of school events, provided a means for meeting new people, promoting positivity on campus, and improving leadership skills. She was led to Rotary Interact Club as a senior. “I am truly so grateful!” Bree shared. “Rotary, this service-oriented international organization, awarded me the opportunity to attend their Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) and truly learn about myself, the potential leader I can be, and how to implement the next steps to take in my community to make it a better place for those around me.”

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Bree Westcott (17) La Costa Canyon High School 12 Staci and Brad Clay (15) The beach!

Some of those steps included traveling to the Dominican Republic for a month of volunteer work, then a month as a Shortterm Rotary Youth Exchange student in Spain. Before junior year, Bree raised over $2,500 to be truly immersed in another culture in Santo Domingo, DR. Her 18-member group did most of their volunteer work a bus ride away from the rural community where they stayed, and one favorite memory was the local children who greeted them every morning and evening as they made their way to and from the work site. They ran a summer camp, taught English, helped finish building a community center, and painted a mural. Bree knew she was going into a poverty-stricken country, but what struck her most was the attitudes of the people. “They were so kind and so comfortable with what they had, even if they had far less than what we were used to. Their happiness was contagious and it was what made the DR so special.” Ever since that experience, Bree searched for another like it – something on a unique level that would prepare her for her future, something bigger than herself that would allow her to give back. Research led her to Global Citizen Year. After training in Northern California for a week followed by a month of intensive training in their capital city, Quito, Bree will be living and working in Ecuador for eight months! She might do anything from teaching to helping her host family run their farm to working toward a local company’s growth and improvement. Whatever she does, Bree Westcott continues on her fantastic journey toward global citizenry and community leadership. 

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:::: YOUR NEIGHBOR’S RECIPE

Ingredients 2-3 pounds tri-tip Salt 5 ½ teaspoons pepper, divided 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon chili flakes 2 ½ teaspoons brown sugar, divided 2 teaspoons garlic powder 3 tablespoons paprika 1 teaspoon mild turkish pepper paste ¼ cup olive oil 2 loaves of French bread 1 cup sour cream ¼ cup blue cheese ¼ cup feta cheese 2 bunches of arugula 2 tomatoes of your choice 2 large yellow sweet onions 2 cups of your choice of fresh mushrooms

Directions 1.

Combine ¼ cup salt, 5 teaspoons pepper, garlic powder, paprika, 2 teaspoons brown sugar, chili flakes, oregano, pepper paste, and olive oil to make a dry rub for the tri-trip 2. Spread dry rub on tri-trip and let it sit overnight 3. Smoke tri-trip on 225 degrees F for 3 ½ to 4 ½ hours 4. Mix sour cream with blue cheese, feta, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper 5. Cut loaf of bread in half horizontally and spread above mixture onto the bread 6. When tri-trip is cooked, cut thinly and place on the bread 7. Slice desired amount of tomatoes thinly and add to bread 8. Cook and caramelize 2 yellow onions with 2 cups of mushrooms, 1 teaspooon of salt, and ½ teaspoon brown sugar. Add to sandwich when cooked. 9. Add fresh arugula 10. Cut sandwich into personalized pieces and enjoy! Makes: 8 to 12 servings depending on size of tri-tip Total Time: 20 minutes prep time, 4 to 5 hours cook time

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Chef: Kurt “Big Kat” Ergene Family: Wife – Jennifer; Daughter – Alara (11); Evren (10) Community: La Costa Ridge Hobbies/Interests: President of La Costa Youth Organization (LCYO) for baseball and softball leagues. We also have the Champions Division which is run by high school students for baseball players ages four to 21 with mental or physical ailments. I have also coached soccer for four seasons now with a friend, Brian Robert. Favorite Local Activity: I spend most of my time on the baseball and softball fields locally in the Carlsbad area. About the Recipe: Entertainment is at the heart of our existence! We typically cook this meal for our dinner parties up to 15 or 20 people. The recipe takes time to cook the tri-tip, but the flavors and tastes are enjoyed from children to adults and the sandwich is easy to eat. For the vegetarians, I substitute grilled green and yellow squash with spices. About the Chef: Born and raised in Portland, OR I left in 1994 after my undergraduate years to work in the Silicon Valley. Eight years ago my family and I moved to Carlsbad. In our short tenure here, we really took to the local sports clubs for soccer and baseball. I’ve coached soccer for four seasons now and am the president of LYCO. I even started a club baseball team, the 9U La Costa Rebels, with a friend Kirk Bachman in which we play local teams and tournaments from San Diego to Irvine. Fifty percent of my time is working as a software executive, the other 50% is spent with my family and friends at sporting events, Padres games, and taking our RV on family trips. Most importantly, we love to entertain with our friends, family, and all of our sports teams and spend time together eating, drinking, and enjoying great company. ¢

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he City of Carlsbad held their first ever Pirate Plunge event at the Alga Norte Aquatic Center to celebrate the arrival of the warm summer weather with pirate-themed pool fun and games. Over 700 attendees came dressed in their favorite swimsuits to enjoy some swashbuckling and other activities including diving for treasure, cannonball competitions, fishing for skulls, floating ship races, and more. There was even an appearance from Captain Jack Sparrow himself! As the sun went down, the night finished off with a special presentation of the Pirates of the Caribbean movie on the giant outdoor movie screen. City of Carlsbad Special Events Director Rachael Shay said, “This event was fun for everyone. With the heated pool, it was a perfect event to hold here in Southern California and guests of all ages enjoyed swimming, games, and the movie.” For more information and for a schedule of upcoming summer events at Alga Norte Aquatic Center visit www.carlsbadca.gov or www.carlsbadconnect.org. ¢

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:::: LOCAL FAMILY

ACTIVE FAMILY

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THE MAIKKULA FAMILY ENJOYS BASEBALL, SWIMMING, HORSEBACK RIDING, AND MORE! by LINDA FRABL photo by Lauren Nygard Photography

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Stephan and Amy Maikkula Will (13), Jake (11), Sam (9) Golden Retriever – Bo Rebel McCool, Pony – Amigo, Mustang rescue – Ranger La Costa Greens Stephan – Cambridge, MN; Amy – Essex Jct., Vermont Stephan – Portfolio Manager; Amy – volunteer Pizza Port, Tin Leaf Fresh Kitchen, Dove Library, Alga Norte Park

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he Maikkula family members – parents Stephan and Amy and their sons Will (13), Jake (11), and Sam (9) – have interests that span everything from baseball to swimming to surfing to skiing to horseback riding. Their home base in La Costa Greens is more than ideal for all of these varied activities. Stephan explained, “It’s a great location and it offers a little bit of everything. We have a community pool and park, we're near the beach, and we’re less than 15 minutes from where we board our horses – a pony and a mustang rescue – in Elfin Forest. We can see the mountains and the ocean from our home, which means we can ski in Big Bear one day and be on the beach the next day!” Thankfully their community also allows the Maikkulas to

participate in their greatest passion of all: baseball. All of the sons play both travel and recreational baseball, and the Maikkulas go to Arizona every March for Major League Baseball spring training. This year they also traveled to Florida for spring training. Amy admitted, “We're huge baseball fans! We even have season tickets for the Padres and go to games all season long!” Baseball allows the boys to exercise not only their muscles, but also their generosity. Will helped organize a food drive for the Got Your Back charity though his travel baseball team, the North County Mavericks. Jake’s team, the San Diego Saints, volunteered time at a Miracle League game. Even Sam’s travel team, the La Costa Rebels, sponsors a family every year during the holidays through the Carlsbad Christmas Bureau. Both parents set a good example when it comes to their own volunteerism. Stephan has coached his sons’ baseball, flag football, and soccer teams. Amy has been the marketing and communications director for the La Costa Youth Organization (LCYO) for five years. She is also on the parent teacher organization board at her sons’ school, the JCS Phoenix Learning Center in Encinitas, and has been her children’s room mom. When they’re not indulging in local pursuits in and around La Costa Greens, the Maikkulas indulge in fun family vacations. They’ve already traveled internationally to Germany, France, and Switzerland, and have explored such states as Florida, Arizona, North Carolina, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Texas, and Hawaii (Kauai and Maui). Amy summed it up best when she stated, “We are a very active family!” 

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HARD QUESTIONS Two Local Residents Team Up to Pose the Tough Questions about Adults with Autism by LIZ ONUFER | photos by Lauren Nygard Photography

elissa Collins-Porter and Craig Young are asking a question that quietly impacts every community: What happens to children with autism when they become adults? “The motivation behind the project is to find out how a society assists those of its members who need help with the kind of skills most of us take for granted,” La Costa resident Melissa Collins-Parker stated. Melissa teaches film studies and is a mother of two, including her 14-year-old son Liam who is autistic, and she is collaborating with Del Mar resident and film director Craig Young to explore the issues of “aging out.”

In creating the documentary Aging Out, “We hope to show the personal struggles the families wrestle with in finding a place for their autistic loved one in the world,” Craig explained. “For many people these choices are bleak – a group home or living at home with their parents. But then what happens when their parents die? No one deserves to be parked in front of a TV all day.” Currently the film is in pre-production, which includes fundraising, observing programs, and meeting with experts and autism families. After working together in the late 90s at a multimedia company,

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Melissa contacted Craig to partner with her on this project. For Craig, the answer was clear; “I was immediately taken in by Melissa’s passion for the project and her extensive knowledge about the issue. And the more I learned about it, the more I realized it is a story that needs to be told. Because in telling it we have the potential to help a lot of people live a better life.” Their initial Kickstarter fundraising campaign raised $10,000, including support from the Cynthia Norrell Foundation and the autism community, and will fund the shooting of the film’s trailer. An additional $250,000 is

Craig Young Del Mar Filmmaker, Director Wife and daughter Trail running, golf, live music, travel

Melissa Collins-Porter La Costa Filmmaker, Teaching Film Studies at MiraCosta College Husband; Daughter (12); and Son (14) Pilates, running, hiking, reading

needed to complete the film. “We honestly believe that by bringing exposure to this issue we can help improve the lives of adults with autism,” Craig shared. Improving the lives of adults with autism is not an isolated issue. Melissa related the challenges in the scope of the community impact; “There are so many kids like Liam who are going to reach adulthood at the same time and we as a society have no plan for how to help them all live productive lives. It’s a topic that affects not only autism families but everyone in the community.” For more information on the project visit www.agingoutmovie.com. 

EUSD Farm Labs

LOCAL EDUCATIONAL FOOD FOREST WINS GRANT

he Encinitas Union School District (EUSD) was recently chosen as one of five school districts in the country to win a $10,000 grant from Seeds of Change. The funds will help the district build parts of the EUSD Farm Lab into an educational food forest with edible landscaping to give students and those in need access to healthy food. Farm Lab Director Mim Michelove said, “We are excited to beautify the eastern side of Quail Gardens Dr. and provide a walking path that includes informative signage about water conservation, peri-urban agriculture, and more, while growing food for local food pantries, visitors, and residents. Our community has rich agricultural roots that naturally provide the ideal setting for students of all ages to experience a deeper understanding of life sciences and the important roles played by microorganisms and people alike.” The Farm Lab is a school site that seeks to bring education on

science, nutrition, and the environment to life on a 10-acre educational farm that also grows several acres of fresh food for the school lunch program. Through game-based, hands-on learning, students are better able to develop an understanding of the interconnectedness of nutrition, agriculture, and ecology. The Farm Lab’s innovative education model includes Design, Research, Engineering, Arts, Math, and Science (DREAMS), incorporating the New Generation Science Standards that are part of the California Common Core initiative. For more information visit www.eusd.net. ¢

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:::: COMMUNITY STUFF Celebrate National Trails Day

The City of Carlsbad will celebrate National Trails Day on Saturday, June 6 with a trail clean-up and a one-mile educational hike along the La Costa Glen Trail. Naturalists and other spreakers will give presentations on the nature of the trail and its surroundings. The event will also include informational exhibits about the city’s trails, how to become a trail volunteer, and facts about the local ﬂora and fauna that can be observed all around Carlsbad. “Trails are one of the most cherished features of Carlsbad and enable residents to get outdoors and lead an active healthy lifestyle,” says Liz Ketabian, City of Carlsbad Park Planning Manager. “Every year we have hundreds of volunteers who help to maintain our wonderful trail system for all to enjoy. We are excited to have this day for volunteers to get involved and participate at one of Carlsbad’s largest open space preserves with over six miles of trails.” Participants should wear closed-toe shoes, a hat, and sunscreen. Water and healthy snacks will be provided. For more information visit www.carlsbadca.gov/trails.

Fresh Start Surgical Gifts Launches Smile Society

Carlsbad nonproﬁt Fresh Start Surgical Gifts has launched their Smile Society, a monthly giving program that helps ensure continuous medical care for children with physical deformities. Smile Society’s goal is to raise $2,000 per month in monthly giving with help from the local community. The most recent Smile Society Ambassadors are Fresh Start patient Ema and her host mother Janelle Bongiovanni. Ema was born with Apert syndrome, a genetic disorder that causes abnormal development of the skull and other birth defects. In 2009, Janelle was doing missionary work and met Ema at a children’s hospital. Since then, Janelle has developed a loving bond with Ema and works closely with her family, social worker, and case director. Over the course of four years and 13 surgeries, Ema now has functional ﬁngers and eyes, and a re-designed skull to allow her brain to grow. Donations through Smile Society will pay for a wide array of services ranging from radiology expenses, dentofacial abnormalities, hospitalizations, and food for families during Surgery Weekends for patients like Ema and their families. For more information visit www.freshstart.org.

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Elevated Smiles Comes to Carlsbad

Elevated Smiles General & Cosmetic Dentistry will be opening their doors to the community and hosting an Open House on July 26 from 12 to 3 p.m. at their new Carlsbad office, located next to CVS and across the La Costa Town Square at 7720 Rancho Santa Fe Rd. The newest dental office in Carlsbad, Elevated Smiles is equipped with modern and innovative technology. The practice is a culmination of a yearlong effort by husband and wife team Drs. Thanh Luu and Tina Saw to design and construct their dream practice. Elevated Smiles invites everyone in the community to come check out their brand new office. Light appetizers will be served, along with raffles and giveaways. This event is co-sponsored by several other local businesses. For more information visit www.elevatedsmiles.com or visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/elevatedsmiles.

TGIF Concerts in the Park Return

The City of Carlsbad’s TGIF Concerts in the Parks series is back by popular demand and will begin its 30th season on June 26. Presented by the Cultural Arts Ofﬁce, the concerts feature a lively mix of regional bands and top touring groups that cover a wide variety of musical genres from big band swing to today’s dance hits. New features this year include an expanded Family Open Studios area that will provide free, hands-on art activities for all ages and will be offered at every concert. Food vendors will also provide hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, frozen yogurt, barbeque, and much more. The City of Carlsbad Cultural Arts Manager Vincent Kitch said, “This year the City is celebrating 30 years of great music, fun, and community spirit with this concert series. Nothing says summer in Carlsbad like enjoying live music in the city’s beautiful parks.” For more information and a complete concert schedule visit www.carlsbadca.gov/arts.

Local Artist Represents Carlsbad at Festival

Carlsbad artist Cheryl Ehlers was chosen to create the featured artwork for the recent 14th Annual Gator by the Bay Festival. The event, known as the largest and most authentic Louisiana-themed music and food festival this side of the bayou, allowed participants to enjoy live music, dancing, shopping, parades, cooking demonstrations and tastings, and more. Cheryl is an award-winning artist that paints in a wide variety of styles and mediums. She is currently the Arts Program Assistant for the City of Encinitas and manages 46 exhibitions a year. Her featured painting for the event served to represent not only the fun and uniqueness of the festival, but also symbolizes her life and world view. Cheryl explained, “My hope is that this piece speaks to everyone in some way whether they are music lovers or not and that everyone is able to ﬁnd joy in it.”

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Inspiring Learners, Empowering Leaders

La Costa Heights Elementary (LCH) recently received a new mural courtesy of the efforts of teachers Celine Power, Donna Mirzaian, and Kelli Hagerty. The painting includes the school’s staff-selected mission statement “Inspiring Learners, Empowering Leaders,” in an effort to reﬂect the new program being implemented on campus, titled The Leader in Me. Through incorporating lessons from Stephen Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, the program seeks to inspire collaboration, integrity, responsibility, and teamwork in students. LCH Principal Christie Kay said, “This process has helped really bring out leadership across our campus. We will be continuing this implementation next year and are looking forward to helping all of our students see the leader within themselves. Part of The Leader in Me includes having our school environment reﬂect leadership for our students. This mural is one piece of what our teachers and staff have brainstormed and implemented this year. It is a fantastic addition to our campus!”

La Costa Film Festival Call for Entries

North County high school filmmakers are invited to enter the 3rd Annual La Costa Film Festival by submitting a short film. Submissions must be produced, directed, written, and shot by students and can be uploaded via www.filmfreeway.com by June 15. The winning student film will premiere at this year’s festival with a cash prize of $1,000 split between the school’s film department and the student filmmaker. Featuring an impressive lineup of narrative and document features and short films, the three-day festival hosted by the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa will take place on Sept. 10 through 13. Festival founders Mike and Ruby Callihan commented, “This is an amazing opportunity for students to participate in a local cultural event. We are dedicated to inspiring local student filmmakers.” Mike and Ruby are also offering a workshop for student filmmakers that will take place at the Omni La Costa Resort on July 9 and 10. For more information visit www.lacostafilmfesitval.org.

San Diego Aviators Come to Carlsbad

Local professional tennis team, the San Diego Aviators of Mylan World TeamTennis, will begin their season this summer from July 12 through 29 at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa. “We are ecstatic to be producing the 2015 season in partnership with Omni La Costa Resort & Spa. The venue embodies the spirit of tennis, active lifestyle, and has the utmost hospitality,” said San Diego Aviators CEO Billy Berger. According to the Aviators, their mission is to “celebrate the energy that ignited tennis in the 1980s in a city where sports, outdoor activities, music, and art are part of daily activities.” The team’s athletes, including Madison Keys, Kveta Peschke, Chani Scheepers, Raven Klaasen, and local Rancho Santa Fe resident Taylor Fritz, hail from all over the world and as far as South Africa. For more information visit www.sandiegoaviators.com.

BGCC Receives C3 Yoga Grant

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad (BGCC) were recently chosen as recipients of a yoga grant from Carlsbad Causes for Community (C3). The grant provides free yoga classes to BGCC members and helps promote a healthy, active lifestyle for Carlsbad’s youth. BGCC Clubhouse Director Andy Purviance commented, “We are so pleased to have been selected for this grant once again. The beneﬁts of yoga are many – from increased strength and ﬂexibility to exposing the kids to a new form of physical activity.” The C3 members who sponsored this grant include Move Your Feet Before You Eat, Heritage Senior Care, and Carlsbad Village Yoga Co-op. C3 also provides chair yoga to seniors ages 55 and up, organizes a holiday food drive, and hosts a number of other community activities for Carlsbad. For more information on the BGCC yoga classes or C3 community programs visit www.carlsbadcauses.org or www.bgccarlsbad.org.

Grants Available for Local Arts Programs

ArtSplash invites local schools and teachers to apply for grants to fund art and music programs for the 2015 to 2016 school year. Proceeds from the annual community celebration for arts education that takes place in Carlsbad every year in September have contributed nearly $60,000 to school programs. This year grants ranging in the $500 to $700 range will go to fund innovative and enriching programs for K-12 students within Carlsbad Unified School District, Encinitas Union School District, Oceanside Unified School District, San Dieguito Union High School District, San Marcos Unified High School District, and Vista Unified School District. ArtSplash Chair Joni Miringoff says, “We owe all our awesome teachers a big thanks for inspiring their students to soar and succeed. Their efforts enable ArtSplash to fulfill its mission as a community celebration for arts education.” Proceeds from ArtSplash 2015 will fund upcoming grants. This year’s theme is “A September to Remember,” featuring nationally renowned 3D street painting artist Tracy Lee Stum. The application deadline is Aug. 1. Recipients will be notified in early September. For grant guidelines or questions call 760-436-2828 and for grant applications visit www.carlsbadartsplash.org/grant_application.pdf.

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1. Carlsbad resident Matthew Cheung experiments with slow shutter speed at the jetties at Ponto Beach. 2. The LCYO Royals wraps up a great season of teeball. Thank you Coach John, Coach Brook, and Coach Steve! 3. Brownie Troop 1076 visits the North County Animal Shelter and donates supplies. 4. The Boys & Girls Club of Carlsbad hosts the 1st Annual Teen Salsa Cook-Off. 5. Students at Poinsettia Elementary receive awards monthly in five categories: academics, reading, behavior, most improved, and the Wild Panther Award for exhibiting the CUSD monthly character trait. 6. Local students celebrate at the Carlsbad Music for Hope fundraiser for the Mitchell Thorp Foundation. 7. Arsenal FC San Diego, a local club soccer team, wins its first State Championship. Competing in the President’s Division of the annual State Cup tournament, the Girls Under 10 Elite team competed against the top 43 teams in Southern California. 8. Carlsbad Mayor Matt Hall, SCHS Principal Cesar Morales, CHS Principal Josh Porter, CHS Athletic Director Amanda Waters, and CHS baseball coach Marty Montgomery stop for a photo before the first baseball game between SCHS and CHS. 9. Sharri enjoys a sunny day in Carlsbad on her bike. 10. Former President Bill Clinton stops by the Carlsbad Firefighters Association. 26 • 92009Magazine.com • June | July 2015

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HAWAIIAN DESSERT

Delights

OHANA CUPCAKES BRINGS THE MAGIC OF HAWAII TO SAN DIEGO

fter taking a glorious trip to Hawaii, it’s usually a letdown to return to the mainland and merely dream about all of those tantalizing tropical treats, right? Wrong! Susan and Mark S. McKenna thankfully brought the enticing delights of Hawaii to their new interactive dessert destination, Ohana Cupcakes. Sounding as if he’s describing a lush Hawaiian resort instead of a cupcake store, Mark explained,

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“When you arrive, you feel as though you are on vacation. A tropical vibe with ocean colors abounds, and we’ll greet you with a huge ‘Aloha.’ On the surfboard hanging overhead, you see the options that await you.” And what tantalizing options there are! There is a “Create, Bake, and Take” station, where you make your own cupcake while donning a chef’s hat and apron. You mix your chosen ingredients at the mixing bar, and an Ohana team member then bakes your concoction in about eight minutes, whereupon you can decorate it with exciting toppings! Susan declared, “When your cupcake is ready, you will see a train take the baked cupcakes from the mixing

station to the decorating station!” If you’re pressed for time, you can go to the “Ohana Express” station, where a team member will build a “naked cupcake.” You can choose its flavor from options like chocolate, red velvet, vanilla, and more, with your choice of filling, icing, and toppings. There is also the “Megan’s Corner” station – named after the McKennas’ daughter who was the inspiration for the concept – where you can grab premade cupcakes, all ready to take home. This station also features a Kona Coffee hut and an authentic Hawaiian Shave Ice station. There is even a party room, which Mark emphasized, “is tropical and inviting, with palm trees and sandy beaches that come alive on the wall!”

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AT-A-GLANCE Name of Business: Ohana Cupcakes Owners: Susan and Mark S. McKenna Year of Establishment: 2015 Address: 2455 Vista Way Suite M, Oceanside, CA 92054 Website: www.ohanacupcake.com Email: jerah@ohanacupcake.com Phone: 760-757-4262 Description of Business: Ohana Cupcakes is an experience. You can create, bake, and take your cupcake or have a naked cupcake that was just baked and choose your filling, icing, and toppings. There is a party room and cupcakes also ready to purchase. Ohana means family and Ohana Cupcakes is about connection and creating wonderful memories.

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Cultiva ing Community The Carlsbad Garden Club Helps to Make Their Community a Beautiful Place to Live photos by Lauren Nygard The Carlsbad Garden Club began in 1932 as a means to protect and preserve the flora surrounding Carlsbad. Since that time, the organization has helped shape the beauty of this community through its service and conservation projects with the San Diego Botanic Garden, the Buena Vista Lagoon, and Magee House. Today club members volunteer their time and efforts to the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation, help contribute to outreach programs such as Petals for Patriots and Pennies for Pines, and support the spread of knowledge and love of gardening with scholarships and grants to students and local youth organizations. They also, of course, come together to relax and socialize, and spend time encouraging and teaching one another so they may all learn about and enjoy their gardens. We talk with President Susan Omanski about the strong community roots the organization has planted.

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Q&A with Carlsbad Garden Club

President Susan Omanski When and why was the Carlsbad Garden Club founded? What is the history behind the club?

The Carlsbad Garden Club was organized in 1932 as an outgrowth of the Carlsbad Women’s Club during the Depression as a means of beautification and protection of the flora surrounding Carlsbad. As such it became the oldest service club in the area.

Is the club affiliated with a larger umbrella organization?

Yes, we are affiliated with the National Garden Clubs, Pacific Region and the California Garden Clubs, Palomar District.

What is the club’s mission, and how do you go about fulfilling it? Our mission is to stimulate the knowledge and love of gardening, support the protection of native plants, and to encourage civic planting and beautification of Carlsbad.

How did you personally become involved with the Carlsbad Garden Club?

I made contact through the website; I was new to the area with a lifelong history of a love of gardening.

How has the organization grown and changed over the years?

The club members were very active in public beautification originally. They then switched their focus to flower shows, which brought many awards to the members and club. They were active in starting the Buena Vista Lagoon Foundation and Magee House, a historical home now housing the Carlsbad Historical Society. More recently the club has awarded grants to four Carlsbad elementary schools, the Carlsbad Senior Center, and Rancho Carlsbad for horticultural projects. Currently the emphasis of our club is on the Aqua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation, providing a horticultural scholarship to a MiraCosta College student annually, supporting various state-supported projects such as Pennies for Pines, and working with Petals for Patriots which provides floral arrangements to Wounded Warriors to show our support and appreciation to our United States military.

What is your current role within the organization, and what duties does it entail? I am the current president. I preside at board meetings and general club meetings. I also execute contracts and approve expenditures.

What is the most rewarding thing about your role? The most challenging?

The most rewarding thing is the social interaction with others while gaining education and experience with the horticultural world. The most challenging is motivating members to continually support our scholarship and environmental concerns.

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Carlsbad Garden Club President At-A-Glance Name Profession Community Hobbies and Interests Favorite Spots in Carlsbad

Susan Omanski Retired Carlsbad Gardening, cooking, traveling, antiques The beach, the Village shops

Can you describe how a typical club meeting would go?

We introduce guests and new members, present the program of the month, break for refreshments, and then have our business meeting. Meetings are usually two hours total in length.

What are the primary goals of the Carlsbad Garden Club, both short-term and long-term?

Our short-term goals are to conduct plant sales this spring at Aqua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation and Carlsbad Cole Library, and to establish a permanent plant sale area at the Lagoon. As far as long-term, we seek to continue support for an annual scholarship to a student of the Horticultural Department of MiraCosta College, continue financial support of Aqua Hedionda Lagoon and the Cleveland National Forest, and continue providing floral arrangements to Wounded Warriors.

What has been one of the organization’s most memorable projects over the years?

Our 80th birthday celebration luncheon in 2012 with the Mayor of Carlsbad as our guest speaker.

Can you tell us a bit about some recent guest speakers? What have been some memorable presentations over the past year? Recent speakers have included guests speaking on succulents, roses, and heirloom tomatoes. We have also had programs on flower arranging, soil composition, and water conservation.

Are the Carlsbad Garden Club members involved in any volunteer work?

All of our work related to the Carlsbad Garden Club projects is volunteer. In addition to projects previously mentioned we have members who create art and cookbooks that we offer for sale to raise funds. Many members are involved in other community organizations in Carlsbad as volunteers.

How would somebody go about joining the Carlsbad Garden Club?

Our membership form is available on our website www.carlsbadgardenclub.com. Our dues are $30 each year.

Is there anything you’d like to share that most people don’t know about the Carlsbad Garden Club? We are a hardworking group of men and women who like to dig in the dirt!

If you could grant the club one wish, what would it be?

That we had 150 members working for Carlsbad as hard as our current 55 do!

If you had to describe the Carlsbad Garden Club using only five words, what would you say? Dirty knees and clean shovels! ¢

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Carlsbad Garden Club By The Numbers: Year Founded Number of Current Members Number of Current Ofﬁcers Number of Past Presidents

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Q&A

with Carlsbad Garden Club Board Members

What do you love most about being in this organization? “Sharing with like-minded people the joy of new knowledge and discoveries.” ~ Susan Omanski, President

“I treasure the friends I have made. After all, who doesn’t love a gardener?” ~ Cynthia Phillips, Vice President

“I love gardening, and what could be more fun than sharing all the various aspects of gardening with others?” ~ Fran Whitton, Treasurer

What would you say to someone considering joining the Carlsbad Garden Club, or just looking to become more involved in their community? “If you have a love of gardening, you couldn’t find a better organization. The members are warm and friendly and welcome everyone with open arms. There is something for everyone.” ~ Chris Marois, Secretary

“The garden club is an enjoyable way to reach out and learn more about our community and its needs, and to help make it a beautiful place to live and work.” ~ Fran Whitton, Treasurer

“Give it a try. You will learn and you can teach. You will give back to your community.” ~ Cynthia Phillips, Vice President

Carlsbad Garden Club At-A-Glance Name of Organization Mailing Address Meeting Location Website Email

Carlsbad Garden Club P.O. Box 626, Carlsbad, CA 92008 Carlsbad City Library, 1775 Dove Ln., Carlsbad CA 92011 www.carlsbadgardenclub.com carlsbadgardenclub@yahoo.com

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Protected from the Unexpected State Farm Agent Vladan Trifunovic Puts Relationships First

advise and guide our neighbors to getting the best possible coverage regardless of who they buy the product from,” Vladan stated. The importance of this local connection is reflected in the most difficult times for Vladan’s clients. He related the story of a couple he had spoken with about coverage but they never acted on it. During the fires in San Marcos in May 2014, as the wife watched the flames near their home, she called to confirm their policy. Vladan, understanding the urgency, was able to immediately process her policy. Fortunately their home was spared, but Vladan was proud to know he was able to help protect his neighbors. Conveniently located in the La Costa Meadows Business Park, Vladan explains the first step in learning about insurance coverage is to email, call, or stop in to see an agent. All the agents are fully licensed by the state of California in life, health, property, and casualty insurance. Clients speak highly of their experiences with Vladan. “Vlad is great at what he does. A good communicator and follows up on everything down to the T,” shared client, Brian. Another client, Michael, acknowledged, “He is a genuine and friendly man. If you are looking for someone honest and willing to go the extra yard, he is your man.” Vladan recognizes that insurance is not a “one size fits all” model and believes in individual relationships; “Protected from the unexpected, we don’t sell a policy, we create a relationship.” ¢

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or Vladan Trifunovic, being an Vladan eventually moved west, relocating to insurance agent is more than Carlsbad with his family in 2004 and joining just a profession. “My team and the State Farm Insurance team in San Diego I treat our in 2009. clients like family; you Living and working may come in as a client, in the community is My team and I treat our you will leave a friend,” important to Vladan and clients like family; you may Vladan acknowledged. his team. “The office come in as client, you will With over thirty years in is owned by an agent the insurance industry, who lives in La Costa leave as a friend.” he is an agent, a Oaks so we know the neighbor, and a friend. issues facing local Originally from homeowners. We know the former Yugoslavia, Vladan immigrated to that we cannot insure every home in the area, Milwaukee, Wisconsin with his family in 1968. but we are happy to be a resource to help

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he Carlsbad Educational Foundation held its inaugural Pedal for a Purpose spin-a-thon at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa. The event was a high-energy gathering of community members coming together to cycle and raise money for Carlsbad Unified School District (CUSD) schools. One hundred participants rode decorated stationary bikes donated by the Tri-City Wellness Center in relay style while dressed in costume. The 22 teams rode for three hours and raised over $41,000 to help fund programs in CUSD schools, primarily in the areas of music, science, and educational innovation. Other highlights from the event included health and wellness vendors, a bike rodeo by Swami’s Cycling Club, helmet donations from Carlsbad firefighters, and bike safety tips and demonstrations from Carlsbad Police Department. Calavera Hills Elementary received an award for raising the most money as a team, with teacher Jessie Dooley receiving the award for raising the most money as an individual. For more information visit www.carlsbaded.org. ¢

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One for the Books

CITY COUNCIL APPROVES RENOVATIONS FOR CARLSBAD LIBRARIES

he Carlsbad City Council recently approved a $11 million renovation for its two main libraries with the intent to better meet the changing needs of the community in today’s digital age. City of Carlsbad Library & Cultural Arts Director Heather Pizzuto said, “Today’s libraries are increasingly used for community gathering, both for learning and shared experiences. We will redesign our libraries to provide better access to information and offer additional spaces where community members can come together.” Construction will begin in the fall with one location closed at a time while work crews make improvements. Plans for the Cole Library include construction work to better maximize the existing space, and adding a technology infastructure to allow patrons to access a wireless signal and plug in their laptops or mobile devices. The focus of construction on the Dove Library will also be

to improve wireless and power access, as well as to add additional seating, a café, more selfservice stations, a tech lab, six collaborative study rooms, upgrades to the Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium, and a new Friends of the Library Bookstore, which raises money to support the library.

Carlsbad’s libraries circulate about 1.3 million books, articles, DVDs, and other materials every year. About 85 percent of city residents visit the library either in person or online every year, and 57 percent use library services on a monthly basis. For more information visit www.carlsbadca.gov. ¢

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he North County cities of Carlsbad, Escondido, Oceanside, San Marcos, and Vista have come together to launch Innovate78, a branding and economic development initiative that will collectively promote the 78 Corridor and seek to attract talent, companies, and investment, and fuel regional job creation for the more than 600,000 residents and 20,000 innovative businesses in the area. The plan, along with its new website, was unveiled at an event with all five mayors present. The Innovate78 website includes many interactive features including testimonials from companies, resources for building a business, a job portal, content about educational institutions and opportunities, and information about living and getting around on the 78 Corridor. Businesses are encouraged to leverage and link to the website

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to help attract employees and promote their North County location. Mayor of Carlsbad Matt Hall said, “North County is not only a great place to live, but also a great place to build a company and work. Through this collaboration, Innovate78 is about showing the rest of the world what North County is all about.” The initiative is still in just in its beginning stages, but has already had much success. Last year, Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soap, which was headquartered in Escondido, announced it had outgrown its local headquarters. The cities worked together to move the company to a 130,000-square foot facility in Vista, which kept them along the corridor and allowed them to retain employees. For more information about Innovate78 email Matt Sanford at San Diego Regional EDC at info@innovate78.com or visit www.innovate78.com. ¢

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ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF POINSETTIA FIRE SHOWS CARLSBAD IS STRONGER

ne year after the Poinsettia Fire, the Carlsbad community is regrowing and rebuilding, and is more prepared than before. The fire burned 600 acres and destroyed or damaged 11 singlefamily residences. Since that time, nearly all of those homes have been or are currently being rebuilt and reoccupied. Carlsbad Fire Chief Mike Davis said, “We realize that the environment in which we live is going to throw us more curves. Now our community is even better prepared. We have residents more engaged in prevention, people with evacuation plans, people signed up for AlertSanDiego. It’s given us as a community a focus in terms of preparedness.” During the fire, the community stepped up and helped each other with donations of supplies and food. After, displaced citizens were assisted in finding housing through the City of Carlsbad’s Housing & Neighborhood Services collaboration with Ready Carlsbad, and clean-up efforts by Camp Pendleton Marines and trail volunteers helped start the natural area’s road to recovery. City of Carlsbad Senior Planner Mike Grim, who oversees the city’s Habitat Management Plan, said that there are signs of recovery. “If you go out there you’re going to see all kinds of regrowth coming from the stumps of the shrubs,” Grim said. “You’re going to see plants growing from seeds that are resprouting, and some other kinds of flowering plants called fire followers that come out

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If you don’t have gear, there are plenty of local places to buy or rent from. A snorkel and mask are the basic essentials. Make sure the mask fits and feels comfortable. It should seal tightly to your face without requiring you to overtighten the strap. Optional equipment includes fins for greater speed and maneuverability, snorkeling vests for some extra buoyancy, and wetsuits for colder waters. Snorkeling novices may choose to sign up for a tour or class to get some in-person instruction. If you’re going out with just your family, you should check in with the lifeguards when you get to the beach and ask about the current water conditions. La Jolla Cove is a favorite snorkeling destination, with three distinct areas to explore. Straight out from the south end of the cove are kelp beds teaming with fish. Up the coast to the north is a series of sea caves, best visible in low tide. Advanced snorkelers can swim into the caves, but be careful of unexpected wave surges. The middle of the cove is

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the most popular spot for snorkeling. The wide variety of fish are used to people and will often swim up close. Look out for the California state fish – the bright orange Garibaldi. You may also spot rays, sea slugs, urchins, or other aquatic creatures. Right down the coast is La Jolla Shores. For most of the year there’s little to see at this beach besides sand, but every summer La Jolla Shores becomes a nursing ground for hundreds of distinctively spotted leopard sharks. Unless you happen to be a small crustacean or mollusk, it’s perfectly safe to swim out among them. The visibility can be low with the waves stirring up sand, and the sharks are easiest to spot just when the visibility starts to improve. Swim straight out from The Marine Room restaurant until you reach a depth of four to five feet, then keep swimming to the left and right. Move slowly to avoid scaring them off. While the sharks can be found as early as June, their numbers will peak between August and September. ¢

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ight now there are two items that come up in conversation on a regular basis: what are your thoughts on solar panels and how do we make our landscaping look nice with the shortage of water? Residential solar installations are up by 50% nationwide since 2012 according to the Solar Energy Industries Association. Our suggestion is to do your research upfront. Should you lease or buy the solar panels? This information will be very important if you decide to sell your home. The new buyer will want to know if they need to qualify to take over the current lease. What is involved with a lease transfer to a new buyer? Is there a buyout option that will need to be considered prior to selling your home? Plus many more questions. We always suggest that you do your research, ask a ton of questions, and make an educated decision. Ninety-three percent of the state of California is under a severe drought according to weekly reports from many government agencies. How can we help as homeowners? Less watering is the only answer. That is why we suggest to homeowners to research drought-resistant plants. The selection of plants available will blow your mind. Not the dry, bland desert look you immediately think of. The greenery and

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2,693

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2532 Luciernaga Street

3,223

$965,000

7704 Garboso Place

2,484

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6969 Ammonite Place

3,095

$970,000

3216 Azahar Place

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3243 Sitio Tortuga

3,571

$990,000

7232 Sitio Arago

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7459 Circulo Sequoia

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3246 Avenida Anacapa

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2658 Galicia Way

3,119

$850,000

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3,561

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$865,000

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3,080

$1,052,000

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3,151

$870,000

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3,641

$1,079,000

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2,838

$870,000

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4,356

$1,090,000

3324 Avenida Anacapa

2,655

$875,000

3279 Avenida Aragon

3,377

$1,149,000

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$875,000

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$1,150,000

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$875,000

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$1,158,300

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$880,000

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$1,169,000

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$887,500

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3,994

$1,200,000

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2,850

$897,500

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4,225

$1,300,000

7174 Sitio Caballero

3,571

$905,000

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4,162

$1,349,000

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$910,000

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4,366

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3,885

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3,397

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4,800

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3,339

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

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SPECIAL EVENTS

BALL TALK: BASEBALL’S VOICES OF SUMMER Saturday, June 13, 1 p.m. Relive the magic of the golden era of baseball with a lineup of broadcasting Hall of Famers in this documentary hosted by Larry King. Director Kevin Bender will introduce the film and answer questions. Georgina Cole Library BASEBALL PANEL Saturday, June 20, 11 a.m. Meet local experts on America’s favorite pastime and discuss the game and its history in San Diego. Featuring sportscaster and author Bob Chandler, author and historian Bill Swank and film director Kevin Bender. Carlsbad City Library, Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium

ADULT BOOK CLUBS CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY

MONDAY NIGHT CLASSICS BOOK CLUB Fourth Monday of every month at 7 p.m. FIRST WEDNESDAY BOOK CLUB First Wednesday of every month at 2 p.m. FIRST THURSDAY BOOK CLUB First Thursday of every month at 7 p.m.

GEORGINA COLE LIBRARY TUESDAY EVENING BOOK CLUB First Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. THURSDAY AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB Second Thursday of every month at 2 p.m.

CULTURAL ARTS OFFICE PROGRAMS ON YOUR OWN TIME May 28 – June 14 A unique community exhibit featuring works by City of Carlsbad employees and their relatives. William D. Cannon Art Gallery, Carlsbad City Library complex, 1775 Dove Lane FAMILY OPEN STUDIOS Saturday, June 6, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Our very popular hands-on art making event for all ages. Carlsbad City Library complex TGIF CONCERTS IN THE PARKS June 26 – Aug. 21 TGIF features great music, beautiful park settings, free offsite parking and shuttle service, a variety of food vendors and hands-on art activities. For more details visit www.carlsbadca.gov/arts. City of Carlsbad Community Parks FOREIGN FILM FRIDAYS First and third Fridays of the month, 4 and 7 p.m. June 5 A SEPARATION (IRAN, 2011, PG -13) June 19 SON OF RAMBOW (UK, 2007, PG -13) Carlsbad City Library, Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium www.carlsbadca.gov/arts A BALANCED FULCRUM Through July 2015 Features eight works by artist Tiffany Phillips depicting the balance between the Sculpture Garden’s natural environment and the elegance of the artist’s metal designs. Carlsbad Sculpture Garden 2955 Elmwood St.

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Scripps Health ..................................... 12

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European Wax Center............................ 2

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