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Photos First annual la costa film festival

fulfilling future

in the spotlight

Furskids Marti colwell contributes

taylor moseley impacts sage creek hs (Z)

therapeutic literacy center (Z) to a four-legged community (Z)

features

Ballin’!

Carlsbad’s Youth Basketball League encourages health and helps to develop young athletes through teamwork and competition. Learn about the league from Steve Herrera, City of Carlsbad’s Recreation Supervisor, from its inception to the commitment to the children and families of our city.

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The Foundation for Pet Provided Therapy

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:::: from the Publisher

Vol. 2, No. 6 TM

Publisher Derrick Breaux

Traditions.

s we approach the holiday season, you can’t help but reflect back on family traditions and memories that most of us have been fortunate to grow up with. It’s very easy to turn on the “autopilot” and get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life – our work schedules, house duties, playing taxi driver for our children. The list goes on and on... I recently attended a business seminar in Las Vegas. A topic that came up frequently throughout the seminar was family traditions and memories – specifically childhood memories. To be honest, until I was asked to recall and analyze some of my best memories over the past 39 years, I had not given it much technical thought. Sure, everyone has memories – some that they hold dear to their heart and some that they may want to forget. But forcing myself to take a trip down memory lane proved to be a rewarding and enlightening exercise. I believe that there are a few types of memories (generally speaking) that are welcomed and tend to stand out in most people’s minds – the good memories and the memories surrounding family traditions. I can easily pull up the good memories. Childhood sports. Playing with friends in the neighborhood. Video game marathons. Derrick Breaux Family vacations and road trips. Awesome cardboard box forts! Publisher But one of the things that is easy to overlook is the stability that comes along with traditions. Most of our family traditions involved holidays. Growing up, there were always certain things that I could rely on. To name a few, I knew exactly what we were going to be doing on Christmas Eve every year. I knew what food would be served for Thanksgiving. I loved the annual family camping trip – always at the same lake and campsite. I didn’t realize it at the time, but I definitely found peace in the consistency that came along with these traditions. My son made me feel good the other day when we were discussing our upcoming holiday plans. My wife and I were bouncing a few different ideas around when he blurted out, “but we always cook gumbo on Halloween and Christmas Eve!” In his mind, I’m sure the little things like cooking a family favorite on certain days of the year are just “what we do.” But they are actually so much more than that. I intend to continue with as many of the traditions that have been passed along to me, and I hope that one day my kids will be able to reflect on these traditions and choose to carry them on and introduce them to their own families. To family, creating memories, and carrying on with great traditions. Happy Holidays! Derrick Breaux, Publisher

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SAN DIEGO SHAKESPEARE SOCIETY OPEN READING

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HOLIDAY CRAFT WORKSHOP FOR TEENS 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. | Cole Library www.carlsbadca.gov

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ENCINITAS HOLIDAY PARADE 5 – 7 p.m. | Coast Highway 101, Encinitas For info, call 760-633-2760

HOLIDAY AT THE RANCHO Purchase tickets online or call 760-602-7510 5 – 8 p.m. | Leo Carillo Ranch Historic Park

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JAN. 20

CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE

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INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT 2014 7 p.m. | Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium, Dove Library www.museumofmakingmusic.org

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BASEBALL CARLSBAD YOUTH BASEBALL SPRING 2014 REGISTRATION Recreation league for children ages 4 – 18 Register online www.carlsbadyouthbaseball.org

LA COSTA YOUTH ORGANIZATION BASEBALL Spring Registration Open from Dec. 1 – 31 www.lcyo.org

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FLAG FOOTBALL NFL PLAY 60 YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE REGISTRATION Dec. 11: Registration starts | New Alga Norte Park 1st – 8th grade Info: email grant.titus@carlsbad.gov

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Love on a Leash

The Foundation for Pet Provided Therapy by ROBIN KAUFMAN | President, San Diego Love On A Leash

hat do libraries, schools, hospitals, veterans facilities, domestic violence centers, and court rooms all have in common? They, along with a number of other places, all receive pet therapy visits from Love On A Leash (LOAL), the Foundation for Pet Provided Therapy organization. Love On A Leash is a national, non-profit, all volunteer organization established in 1984. The goal is simple – to bring smiles and comfort to those who are visited by a pet therapy animal. Pet therapy animals are privately owned and can be a dog, cat, or rabbit. The dogs can be pure breeds, mixed breeds, and come in all sizes. LOAL does not raise and train dogs to be service or companion animals. To become a fully certified LOAL pet therapy team, dogs must have basic obedience skills and a good temperament. After graduating from a six-week pet therapy training class and passing a control evaluation test (as well as passing the Canine Good Citizen test), the dogs and their humans must then complete a minimum of 10 supervised visits. For cats and rabbits, a veterinarian must certify their health and temperament. After initial certification, those pets must also complete a minimum of 10 supervised visits. There are three LOAL chapters in San Diego County – San Diego Love On A Leash (sandiegoLOAL@aol.com), which covers the north county inland areas; San Diego North County Chapter (mgleisberg@cox.net), which covers the north county coastal areas; and the San Diego Central Chapter (sandiegocentralloal@gmail.com), which covers everything in-between. To learn more about Love On A Leash, visit www.loveonaleash.org or San Diego Love On A Leash’s website at www.sandiegoLOAL.com. 

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:::: STUDENT STAR

DEDICATED Freshman, Taylor Moseley, Begins Planning Now for College by AMY LEHER | photos by Soul of Photography

ondoleeza Rice, Audrey Hepburn, and her mom are the women who inspire Taylor Moseley, a freshman at Sage Creek High School. She explained, “It may seem like a random assortment of women, but they’re great women who have done great things. Their hard work is undeniable.” Similarly, Taylor, emulating these women, dedicates herself to improving her sports performance, her academics and her citizenship. Taylor’s dedication has improved her sports performance. During her last soccer season, she won the most improved award. Additionally, she became her school’s team captain for field hockey despite never having played this sport before and expects her team to be dangerous by next year. Hoping to create a personally fulfilling future, Taylor applies herself academically. She loves physics and math and enjoys

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solving the challenging problems her teachers assign. Musically, she accepted a challenge as well. She requested playing violin but was assigned viola in middle school. Rather than being disappointed, she embraced it and now plays viola in the Sage Creek orchestra. Moreover, she won an annual academic award in history, and she loves writing, making up short stories in her head, debating points, learning new words and writing songs. “Even though the things I come up with aren’t masterpieces,” she rationalized, “they help me get out feelings and make me feel pretty good.” Taylor has proved her dedication to citizenship by earning a citizenship award for cooperation, joining a community service club, and joining Link Crew, a club that makes school fun, supports school activities, and brings students together. The ability to recognize her blessings is another of Taylor’s endearing traits. She knows she is lucky to live in Carlsbad due to the friendly people, the beautiful ocean, the natural landscape and the abundant wildlife, including quails, hawks and coyotes. She also appreciates that her teachers and coaches are enthusiastic and caring and that she can help create the environment of her school. Furthermore, she values the close knit community and rigorous academic pace. After high school Taylor aspires to become a doctor so she can help people. To reach this goal, she knows she’ll need to excel academically and pursue extracurricular activities. She revealed, “I want to attend Stanford because it has the perfect blend of academics and sports, making it my dream school.” Taylor’s work ethic should help her meets her goals, and her hard work will be a blessing for her future patients. ¢

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ow in its fortieth year, the Carlsbad Village Faire has grown to be so popular that it not only attracts people from all over Southern California, but also from other states. “The Carlsbad Village Faire was originally developed to bring attention to Carlsbad Village, the city’s downtown area,” said Ted Owen, the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce’s president and CEO. “As anyone can see, in the last forty years this event has more than accomplished its original goal.” Vendors sold anything you could imagine: clothes, accessories, plants, art, and home decor. The international food court featured everything from Thai to Hawaiian cuisine. The Rotary Club of Carlsbad opened a beer and wine garden, complete with a large screen TV and live music enteratinment. The children’s area held games, a super slide, a bounce house, a rock climbing wall, and arts and crafts. Mark your calendars for May 4, 2014 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Nov. 2, 2014 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., when the next faires will hit the streets next. 

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he first annual La Costa Film Festival made its grand debut in late October, at the world famous La Costa Resort and Spa. Michael and Ruby Callihan, La Costa residents and founders of La Costa Dreams Inc., brought on film festival veteran Nancy Collet as festival producer as well as Consultant Jon Fitzgerald to help execute the inaugural event. The La Costa Film Festival delivered a series of film screenings, panels, retrospectives, and gala events in celebration of the art and impact of motion pictures. All net proceeds of the festival will go to the local Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad. A sample of the showings were some international documentaries, narrative features, and short films from local high schools. The Opening Night Gala featured an outdoor screening at La Costa Resort and Spa. Additional screenings were at the nearby at La Costa Cinepolis Theaters, Ruby G. Schulman Theater, and Carlsbad Dove Library. For more information, visit www.lacostafilmfestival.org.. 

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:::: YOUR NEIGHBOR’S RECIPE

Lisa’s

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Congo Bars Ingredients 2/3 2 1/4 2 2 1/3 2 1/2 1/2 3 12

cup butter cups brown sugar, lightly packed teaspoons vanilla cups regular or gluten-free all-purpose flour* teaspoons baking powder teaspoon Kosher salt eggs ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips *Lisa uses Better Batter gluten-free flour and weigh, rather than measure, her flour. If you prefer to weigh your flour, use 325 grams of flour for this recipe.

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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x13” metal baking pan. Add the butter to a medium saucepan and melt over medium-low heat. Stir in the brown sugar and vanilla; remove from heat. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder and salt. Beat the eggs, one at a time, into the butter mixture. Using a rubber spatula, fold in the flour, in batches. Fold in the chocolate chips. Spread the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the dough is lightly browned; a toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few crumbs, but not gooey. Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Makes: 16 bars Total Time: 45 minutes

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About the Chef Chef’s Name: Lisa Dearen Age: 42 Family Members: Hubby, one kiddo and two Labs Community of Residence: Aviara, Carlsbad Hobbies/ Interests: Cooking, photography, reading, stand-up paddle boarding and traveling Favorite Local Activity: Spending the afternoon at South Ponto Beach with friends and family, boogie boarding, body surfing and picnicking About the Recipe: When I first went gluten-free, this family recipe was the treat I missed the most. After tinkering and tasting, I found that the original recipe works just as well with all-purpose gluten-free flour as with regular flour. About the Chef: I’m a native Californian and moved to SoCal for college. I met my husband at UCSD and we’ve lived in San Diego ever since. Before staying home with my daughter, I worked for Booz Allen and Toshiba as a computer programmer. Now I’m a freelance editor/writer, and the voice and photographer behind Whisk & Cleaver, a food blog about gluten-free California cuisine and the California lifestyle. I love to cook, eat and travel, and write about all three.  Visit Lisa’s Food blog at www.whiskandcleaver.com.

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n late November, ZCode Media hosted a mixer for the Rancho Bernardo Business Association (RBBA) at our headquarters. RB Honorary Mayor Alex Monroe kicked off the night with a thank you to the hosts and attendees. There were door prizes that were won, including a bottle of wine and an enticing gift basket. Miguel’s catered with delicious finger foods and chips and dip, and live music was provided by the Sandy Devito Combo. Special guests included Miss Rancho Bernardo, Katherine Da Silva, and Miss Rancho Bernardo Teen, Kayla Anderson. It was a fantastic night, filled with good food, new friends, and lots of networking. Visit www.rbbusinessassociation.com to keep up with news and upcoming events from the RBBA. 

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:::: LOCAL FAMILY

FAM ILY FUN

The Lin Family Turns Every Day into a Fun-filled Adventure by JENNIFER FRAKES | photos by Soul of Photography

ey Lin, her husband, Stan, and their two children, Mason and Mia, make each day count, whether they are traveling to exotic locales, surfing at local beaches or hanging out at home. “We love spending time together and experiencing new things as a family. It really doesn’t matter what we’re doing, everything we do together ends up being fun! We’ve whitewater rafted and canoed in Oregon, zip-lined over the rainforest in Costa Rica, snorkeled in Hawaii and biked to the Golden Gate

PROFILE INFOMRATION Parents: Community: Hometown: Occupation: Children:

Stan Lin (43); Tey Lin (42) Poinsettia Cove since 2001 Stan – Keelung, Taiwan; Tey – Torrance, CA Stan – Software Engineer; Tey – Artist Mason Lin (15), 9th grade at Carlsbad High School Mia Lin (13), 8th grade at Aviara Oaks Middle School Pets: Godiva Lin (3), sweetest dog on earth

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Bridge,” revealed Tey. When not traveling, the family can often be found playing music together with Stan on the guitar, Tey on the piano and Mason and Mia on their double basses. According to Tey, Stan and Mia hope to one day play in a band together, but for now they’re content jamming at their Poinsetta Cove home. Hanging out at the beach is also a favorite Lin family pastime. The Lins have lived in their current community for twelve years and take full advantage of their close proximity to the ocean, as well as the beautiful weather and slower pace of life along coastal North County. “When we moved here, we knew we wanted to live within walking distance of the beach so that the kids could grow up with the ocean as their backyard. Stan and Mason love surfing, Mia enjoys swimming and body surfing, and I love to read and relax on the sand,” stated Tey. Stan, who works in software development for Illumina, and Tey, who is a craft artist and illustrator, both received their bachelor’s degrees from UCSD. “In fact, we met as undergrads at a Halloween party at Warren College,” related Tey. Their oldest child, Mason, is a freshman at Carlsbad High School and enjoys speech and debate and is a black belt in karate. As an eighth grader at Aviara Oaks Middle School, Mia loves being creative, playing basketball and working toward her black belt. The Lins also enjoy spending quality time with their extended family. As stated by Tey, the Lins are a culturally diverse family that has roots in Taiwan, Honduras and Eastern Europe. “We host big holiday gatherings with family from all over the country and the world. The best part is watching everyone get along and laugh and share stories together in different languages and with different accents, all in the spirit of family,” said Tey. ¢

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:::: community stuff West Inn & Suites Holds Toys For Tots Drive The West Inn & Suites hotel will host their 7th Annual Holidays at West Village celebration and Toys For Tots drive on Dec. 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. Hosted together with Bistro West and West Steak and Seafood restaurants, the free holiday celebration invites friends and families to enjoy a multitude of festive activities. This year’s event will feature cookie decorating, face painting, chestnut roasting, horse drawn carriage rides and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Complimentary seasonal treats by West’s Executive Chef Eugenio Martignago will accompany an offering of spirits and warm beverages. Attendees are encouraged to spread the holiday cheer by bringing a new unwrapped toy to the event’s Toys For Tots drive. The Holidays at West Village event toy drive has become one of the largest in San Diego County, generating thousands of gift donations.

West Coast Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

Katie Critchlow and Ronnie Underwood, stars of CW’s television series Breaking Pointe! will be in San Diego, to perform at West Coast Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker. Eleven young dancers from 92011 will also be gracing the stage. Katie trained at San Elijo Dance Academy and performed in many West Coast Ballet Productions of The Nutcracker. “I enjoy coming back to my roots,” said Katie. “I love being able to meet with the young ones and perhaps inspire them to dance.” Come see Katie, Ronnie and other exciting performers in West Coast Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Dec. 21 at 2 p.m. and Dec. 22 at 2 p.m. West Coast Ballet Theatre will also be performing The Nutcracker on Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets for all shows are available online at www.sandiegonutcracker.com or by calling the box office at 1-800-988-4253.

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Carlsbad PD Teddy Bear Drive

The Carlsbad Police Department and other regional law enforcement are calling out to all stuffed teddy bears, new with the tags on. On Dec. 10, these stuffed friends will be escorted by about eighty police cars, and make their way to Rady Children’s Hospital. The annual San Diego Regional Law Enforcement Teddy Bear Drive originated in December 1990 when Coronado Police Officer Brian Hardy gathered a dozen teddy bears and organized for a police car to drop them off at the hospital. The program grew each year as fellow officers wanted to participate. Now there have been over 100,000 stuffed toys collected, delivered by a caravan of police cars, with lights flashing, to the kids at the hospital. This year the goal is 1,200 toys. If you would like to donate, the stuffed bears must be new, and with the tags still attached. Deliver the bear to the police department located at 2560 Orion Way during regular business hours or to any participating agency before Dec. 10.

North County Philanthropy Council Honors Volunteers

The North County Philanthropy Council honored sixty-one outstanding “Volunteers of the Year” from fifty-three member organizations at its 26th Annual Volunteer Awards Luncheon in midNovember. Estha Trouw, former television broadcaster and avid community volunteer, presented a personalized award to each “Volunteer of the Year” to commemorate their service. For the first time, the council presented the Corporate Philanthropy Award to two corporations in North County. Both Hudson Printing and TaylorMade-Adidas Golf were honored for their outstanding community support over many years. The council also presented to Laurin Pause the “Spirit of Carol Sigelman Award”, given annually to an outstanding development professional in honor of Carol Sigelman, a North County professional who passed away in 2005. The inaugural Robert Krejci Standards of Excellence Award was presented to attorney Colleen O’Harra who has a long history of civic and community engagement in North County. Since NCPC’s inception, 925 volunteers have been honored while celebrating and fostering philanthropy in our communities.

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Supervisor Dave Roberts Tours Pacifica House Hospice

San Diego County District 3 Supervisor Dave Roberts recently enjoyed a hands-on tour of Hospice of the North Coast’s (HNC) new Pacifica House, an in-patient hospice residence serving all of North County. It is the first such freestanding facility in the North Coastal region. Supervisor Roberts was accompanied by Mary Jane Boyd, a longtime Solana Beach friend and campaign co-manager. Boyd served as HNC’s Volunteer Director from 1985 to 1998. Hospice of the North Coast was established to fill the need for hospice care in North County. It provides programs to terminally ill clients and their families, including anticipatory and post-death bereavement support, as well as a Pathways Program for those with a declining chronic disease. HNC hosts fundraising events, operates a family support camp and resale shop, and maintains a cadre of volunteers. Pictured here are HNC Development Don Beaumarchais, longtime HNC volunteer Mary Jane Boyd, HNC Executive Director Nerice Kaufman; Supervisor Dave Roberts and HNC Board Chair Bobbie Hoder at Pacifica House.

Knit For The Cure Supports Susan G. Komen

Founded in 2004, the Knit for the Cure Campaign recruits knitters & crocheters to create handmade items to be sold at various Komen events, one of which included the Race for the Cure which was held on Nov. 3 in Balboa Park. Although most items are created by San Diego County residents, the campaign had knitters and crocheters from all over including Connecticut, Virginia, and New York. This year, some San Diego knitters also formed a team and participated in the race. Knit for the Cure raised over $5,300 this year. Seventy-five percent of the funds raised remain right here in San Diego to cover every step of the breast health journey – from education, outreach, mammograms, and diagnostics, to surgeries, chemotherapy, and more. The remaining 25% of each dollar raised funds national research to discover the causes and cures for breast cancer. For information on how to become involved in next year’s campaign contact barbara.susangkomen@gmail.com.

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Carlsbad Welcomes New Arts Manager

The Carlsbad Cultural Arts Office recently welcomed a new Arts Manager, Vincent Kitch, with a meet and greet with the community organization supporting Cultural Arts Office programs. Guests included Carlsbad Mayor Matt Hall, Council Member Lorraine Wood, City Manager John Coates, Library & Cultural Arts Director Heather Pizzuto, Carlsbad Arts Commission Chairperson Tina Schmidt, Carlsbad Friends of the Arts President Joanne Johnson, Vice President Sandy Guendert, and participating board members. Vincent, who has spent two decades in the management of city cultural programs around the country, took part in discussions on the state of the arts in Carlsbad, including development plans in the Village, reactivating the Sculpture Garden, and the current request for the planned traffic roundabout for the intersection of Carlsbad Blvd. and State Street. Vincent’s goal is to help the art staff look for opportunities to increase the visibility of arts and culture in the community and broaden the public impact of all the programs and services.

Edrie Aus, a resident of Carlsbad By The Sea retirement community, has put her knitting skills to a humanitarian use. The 101-year-old decided to knit an afghan blanket and donate it to a baby born at nearby Tri-City Medical Center with a card wishing health and happiness. Although such a sweet gesture would touch any parent’s heart, it was particularly meaningful for Molly Hudson, the mother who was selected to receive the blanket for her son, Jordan. Born on Oct. 25, Jordan was immediately rushed to the NICU for trouble breathing and was diagnosed with a lung infection. Fortunately, Jordan is now at home safe and sound and has made a full recovery at the NICU under Tri-City’s care. Molly, her husband, Travis, and Jordan all met Edrie for the first time to exchange the blanket at Edrie’s home in mid-November.

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1. Carlsbad Mayor Matt Hall and his wife, Phyllis, at the 2013 Tri-City Hospital Foundation Diamond Ball. 2. Local author Lisa Monaco-Gonzales with other San Diego authors at a library exhibit. 3. Francis Gercke and Richard Platt celebrate a successful show at Schulman Auditorium, Dove Library, “Ripples from Walden Pond: An Evening with Henry David Thoreau”. 4. Carlsbad Business Expo 2013 brought out the best from the Golf Academy of America to Time Warner Business Class during the day long event held at the Servant Leadership Institute. 5. Judy Blackford, Lisa Winter, and Liz O’Brien pose in front of Gently Hugged donations. 6. Paciﬁc Rim girls team at the Copa de Carlsbad Soccer Tournament. 7. Paciﬁc Rim Elementary students drew inspirational drawings that will be sewn into a quilt and sent overseas to members of our military. 8. Carlsbad High School’s Lancer Dancers Booster Club members are all smiles, with owners of Carlsbad Dance Centre, Ron and Jana Romaine, at a fundraiser at El Camino Country Club. 9. Queen Eileen and Christa from CoCo Rose join Suzannne from www.Cocoon-Designs.com to show off their unique fashions and accessories during the Carlsbad Chamber Sundowner. 10. Lancer Dancers teach young girls at Carlsbad High School.

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

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

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

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Young Athletes Learn to TRUST through Carlsbad’s Youth Basketball League photos by Soul of Photography

t’s no secret that youth sports help to strengthen young bodies and develop young minds. Learning about the value of teamwork, hard work and sacrifice is one of the most rewarding aspects of growing up, and here in Carlsbad, we have the benefit of the city-run youth basketball league to help give our young athletes the best possible competitive experience. We talked with

Steve Herrera, Recreation Supervisor for the City of Carlsbad, about the benefits of the program and the wide range of options available to both young boys and girls.

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Q&A WHAT IS THE HISTORY BEHIND THE CITY OF CARLSBAD BASKETBALL LEAGUE?

Steve Herrera

Recreation Supervisor, City of Carlsbad

The youth basketball league was established to

the child at practice and games. Third, staff and I

encourage healthy lifestyle and to create community

sit at each game most of the season and we write

DO YOU ALLOW BUSINESSES OR FAMILIES TO SPONSOR THE TEAMS, AND IF SO, HOW CAN OTHERS SPONSOR TEAMS? ARE THERE ANY CURRENT LEAGUE SPONSORS?

as a social and physical outlet for the kids and

up a report on the team and child. This helps us for

We do allow families and business to

families. The league is to teach kids the value of

next season. Lastly, we go through the score books

sponsor teams. If a family, individual, or

team and how to work with all types of personalities

and we tally the points average for each child and

business is interested they can email Grant at

to accomplish one goal, teamwork.

we also see attendance records. Since we have

grant.titus@carlsbadca.gov for more information. As

a return rate of about 95%, this helps us for next

of the time of print, there are no current sponsors.

WHAT IS THE TIMELINE FOR THE SEASON? The season began at the start of November

they saw. We also have them tell us a brief bio of the child’s season, since it’s the coach that is with

season too.

DOES THE CITY OF CARLSBAD HOLD ANY FUNDRAISERS FOR THE BASKETBALL PROGRAM?

Saturday in December. The season ends the last

HOW MANY TEAMS DO YOU HAVE? WHAT IS THE AGE-RANGE BREAKDOWN?

week of February.

We go by grade and we offer six divisions: Pee wee

do fundraise at time for our opportunity grants

coed for first and second graders, boys third and

program. The program is for families to apply for a

fourth grade, boys fifth and sixth grade, boys

one time a year $150 grant to use for any recreation

seventh and eighth grade, girls third through fifth

program, and you must be a resident of Carlsbad

grade, and girls sixth through eighth grade.

to apply. We have had families use it towards the

We average around sixty teams.

basketball program. This creates an opportunity for

with team practices and games starting the first

WHAT OVERALL EXPERIENCE CAN THE BASKETBALL PLAYERS EXPECT WHILE PLAYING FOR THIS LEAGUE? TBy the end of the season, the youth of Carlsbad will have challenges and learn how to overcome them by performing as a team, and how good sportsmanship leads to becoming a better member of society off the court. We want the kids to learn and understand the game of basketball, and to lead with what they learned in their day-to-day lives. Basketball can teach more than the game, including how to handle tight situations, playing with others, learning others, how to think in a fast-paced game.

HOW ARE THE TEAMS FORMED TO ENSURE THEY ARE BALANCED APPROPRIATELY? Although not a perfect science, it’s the number one goal of the department to try best balance out the teams. The first process is we do a player assessment of each child (height and picture is taken so we can look at heights), speak with parents of their child’s basketball and other sport abilities. Secondly, we have each coach at the end of the season to gives us a report card of each child. The report should list their strengths and what the child needs to work on, and what improvement

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We do not conduct fundraisers; however we

those that need financial assistance.

“The smiles of a ﬁrst made basketball can boost conﬁdence tremendously.” ~ Steve Herrera, Recreation Supervisor, City of Carlsbad

HOW DOES ONE GET INVOLVED WITH VOLUNTEERING WITH THE BASKETBALL LEAGUE? They can contact our Grant at grant.titus@

WHAT IS THE MOST UNIQUE ASPECT OF THIS PARTICULAR BASKETBALL LEAGUE, COMPARED TO OTHERS OF A SIMILAR NATURE?

carlsbadca.gov, or visit the City’s volunteer

We probably have one of the largest programs

opportunities page at www.carlsbadca.gov/

in North County, and we have the best

residents/volunteer/pages/default.aspx.

sportsmanship program TRUST, that our league

WHAT DO YOU THINK ARE THE TOP THREE REASONS THAT A CHILD SHOULD PARTICIPATE WITH THE CITY OF CARLSBAD BASKETBALL LEAGUE?

stands by. TRUST stands for: Teaching Respect,

Fun (no pressure), learn the game with friends and

Unity, and Sportsmanship through Trust. NBA Hall

make new friends, and lots of excitement.

DO THE BASKETBALL COACHES RECEIVE ANY SPECIAL TRAINING?

of Famer Bill Walton is our spokesperson and has

Yes, we require them to attend

conducted lectures on sportsmanship. We preach

our coaches training and our sportsmanship

this in our leagues.

TO WHOM WOULD YOU LIKE TO THANK FOR THE SUCCESS OF THIS PROGRAM?

TRUST training. We also send them literature and

You can see the TRUST video here at

My two right hand staff members Grant Titus and

online tools to make them better coaches. Also,

www.carlsbadca.gov/services/departments/

Brandon Hills. These two are the best around

throughout the year we have basketball camps

parksandrec/get-involved/Pages/trust.aspx.

and they put in the extra effort to make sure the

and the volunteers can become assistants, so they can learn more onsite.

WHAT IS THE MOST REWARDING PART OF YOUR JOB, IN RELATION TO THE BASKETBALL LEAGUES? I enjoy watching the families attend games

WHAT IS YOUR ULTIMATE WISH/GOAL FOR THE BASKETBALL PLAYERS TO ACCOMPLISH IN THIS LEAGUE?

residents are happy with the program. Lastly, Gian Laure for his support. 

To teach young athletes how to play as a team and how to become a better member of society through sport.

watching their child have the opportunity to meet new friends; the smiles of a first made basketball can boost confidence tremendously. Being able to put together a large program for the residents of Carlsbad and providing a safe place to gather.

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Number of kids who play organized sports each year: 35 Million Percent of kids who play sports outside of school: 60% Percent of boys who play organized sports: 66% Percent of girls who play organized sports: 52% Percent of coaches who are dads coaching their own kids: 85% Percent of corporation executives who played sports: 73% Source: Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission, Athletic Footwear Association, USA Today Survey, Michigan State Date Veriﬁed: Sept. 10, 2013 34 • 92011Magazine.com • December 2013 | January 2014

AT A GLANCE “We want the kids to learn and understand the game of basketball, and to lead what they learned in their day-to-day lives.”

Full Name: Steve Herrera Age: 35 Community/Neighborhood Residence: North Carlsbad Professional/Occupation Information: Recreation Supervisor Family Information: Two sisters; I am twin. Hobbies/Interests: Traveling the world. I’ve been to many countries, and I love different cultures. I am heavily into sports, and I am a Lakers, Dodgers, and Steelers Fan.

Sports League Information Name of Basketball League: City of Carlsbad Parks and Recreation League Purpose/Mission: To create safe places to gather, healthy lifestyles, and fun League Website: www.carlsbadsports.org League Phone Number: 760-434-2971

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COMMUNITY SUPPORTER Victor Ribas Works Hard to Make Ace Hardware an Integral Part of 92011 by MICHELLE TREMBLAY | photos by Soul of Photography

or the past four years, Victor Ribas has been enjoying his coastal community. As a matter of fact, when asked what his top three reasons were for liking his community, Victor replied, “Beach, beach, beach!” But Victor’s move to 92011 has allowed him to appreciate more than just the shorelines. After opening up an Ace Hardware in Carlsbad, Victor – who is general manager for the store – is not just the “go-to” person for home improvement, but has also become an important part of the community. Victor, along with his employees – who, he noted, are like his extended family – work hard at maintaining ties to 92011. “As this store’s general manager one of my roles is to reach out to various facets of the community including schools like Pacific Rim or Aviara Oaks,” said Victor. “In doing so, I believe we have solidified our relationship with these schools in support of various programs like Odyssey of the Mind and School Garden Project.” Victor’s passion for his community is the driving force behind the success of the store. “You develop relationships in this kind of work that have a real impact on how you run your business,” noted Victor. When asked about the most satisfying part of his career, Victor answered, “Watching the moms and dads of this community. Many of them are just starting out in their homes here; soon there are children, and I love it when they come in to the store with them," he added. "I’ve been doing this for a few years now, and to have the opportunity to watch your business grow while watching their kids grow up at the same time has been a real blessing to me.” In his downtime, Victor enjoys reading, cooking, and decorating his home for the holidays. He also frequently indulges in shows at the local Cinépolis. “I enjoy movies and trying new restaurants here in Carlsbad,” he shared. But his passion to better the community remains a top priority. “[I’m working] to make this Ace Hardware store an integral part of the community I serve,” said Victor. “We strive to give you the best customer service possible along with a great selection of merchandise.” ¢ Name: Age: Community: Occupation:

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In addition to the “My passion for the spa industry waxing and facial services, and skincare in particular is Sweet Cheeks also offers customized massages, where my true ambition to open spray tans, manicures, a beautiful boutique-style spa make-up applications, came from” lash extensions, brow shaping and additional ~Dusti Tappouni body treatments. Of course this topnotch beauty bar uses only the very best skin and body care products that are free of sulfates, parabens and additives. As an extra bonus, the boutique carries unique retail items such as women’s apparel, local handmade jewelry, handbags and beauty accessories. Describing her spa’s ambience, Dusti said, “Sweet Cheeks Beauty Bar has a bright, clean, feminine flair in a studio-like setting.” So if you want to spoil yourself with extravagant spa treatments, guilt-free, then be sure to visit the Sweet Cheeks Beauty Bar. Your body will be glad you did. 

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:::: COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER

RESCUE MISSION

Marti Colwell Contributes to a Four-Legged Community by LIZ ONUFER | photos by Soul of Photography

Name: Age: Community: Volunteer Afﬁliation: Profession: Family:

Marti Colwell 68 Aviara/Pavona Founder and CEO, Bichon FurKids Rescue Marketing, Public Relations and Business Development Husband – Jim, who lives in Carlsbad; Daughter – Dara, who lives in Amsterdam; Son – Jamie and family, who live in Tokyo; Stepdaughter – husband and daughter, who live in Sacramento Hobbies: Rescuing bichons, designing/decorating, entertaining, reading and walking

Group: Bichon FurKids Rescue Mission: Bichon FurKids is a charitable not-for-profit organization whose goal is to accept into rescue bichons, bichon mixes and other small dogs who can no longer live with their original owners. We believe that each life is meaningful and that all deserve to live out their lives as loving companions in forever homes. Our motto, Making a Difference in a Dog’s Life, reflects our commitment to assisting healthy, adoptable bichons find loving owners who can care for and protect them as long as they live. Our volunteers reflect our sincere desire to make that difference through their willingness to foster, transport and assist in the effort to rescue and re-home daily. Phone: 858-408-1937 Website: www.bichonfurkids.org Email: info@bichonfurkids.org

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lay dates are a mainstay for moms of little ones, but for one Carlsbad mom, her little ones happen to have four legs. Marti Colwell of Pavona prefers her play dates with bichons. This would come as no surprise for the woman who began her first bichon rescue group over a decade ago. “Since our founding, we have rescued, rehabilitated and rehomed more than 2,100 bichons and bichon mixes in California,” Marti shared. She founded her current bichon rescue group, Bichon FurKids, in 2005 to create a local resource in North County. Keeping the dogs within Carlsbad is important to Marti and her organization. “We had nine bichons on our street alone. Adopting to loving Carlsbad families and couples is always important to us,” Marti acknowledged. Bichons are a good choice for neighborhood living, as the small white dog is known for its playful attitude and even temper. But it’s not all to the dogs for Marti and her husband, Jim Bush. The couple enjoys traveling, including visits to their three grown children spread across the globe in Toyko, Amsterdam, and Sacramento. When at home, Marti enjoys designing and decorating, which includes both inside the house and out in her garden. She is inspired through her travels and influenced by the art of other cultures. Residents of North County since 1992 and Pavona since 2001, Jim and Marti love coastal living and have their favorite spots around Carlsbad, from Barnes and Noble to the Batiquitos Lagoon and the beach. Much of Marti’s time, though, is dedicated to her mission with Bichon FurKids. The organization is run entirely by volunteers, requiring countless hours of service to accomplish the work. Volunteers serve as foster parents and dog groomers and even event planners and photographers. No matter the role, everyone involved is working towards the same goal: “It is the hope of the rescue community that we can educate and inform and eliminate the need for rescue altogether,” Marti said. Her one wish for the community, both canine and human, is for all animals to have loving homes. “So many animals are born that will never know the love of a family or return the unconditional love that they alone can give,” Marti lamented. In the meantime, Marti appreciates her four legged, furry play dates around Carlsbad and continues her tireless work to find forever families for her rescued FurKids. ¢

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Giving Pets a Second Chance

ast Chance At Life Rescue (LCAL) is an animal rescue and adoption program based in Oceanside, specializing in canine and bird adoptions. They take in animals from all over San Diego, including those facing euthanasia because of medical or behavorial issues. For these forgotten pets, this place is their “Last Chance At Life.” LCAL started as the Boxers N Birds rescue back in 1986 when Lisa Hamilton was rescuing dogs and taking them into her home. She joined Mission Animal Hospital in 1988 with Dr. Robert Cartin and began taking in more medical needs animals. When Mission Animal & Bird Hospital moved to Oceanside, Dr. Cartin let the rescue use the old facility as their adoption center. The name of the rescue was then changed to Last Chance at Life. LCAL rescues animals from other counties as well, such as Cassidy, a Doberman Pinscher from Riverside County. Cassidy’s broken leg was going to be amputated, but was exited to LCAL’s care to see if his leg could be saved. Although Cassidy’s LCAL vets agreed that it had to be amputated, Cassidy has been doing well, adapting quickly with a missing leg. LCAL is currently searching for a home for Cassidy. Through the efforts of the LCAL Thrift Store and fundraising, they will continue to grow. Last year saw over 200 pets adopted and they want to make an even bigger dent this year. Visit their website, www.lastchanceatlife.org, for more information on adoptions and rescues. 

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:::: HOME TIPS

BIG CHANGES little things,

Tips to Freshen Up Your Home by JESSICA WOODS

ow many times have you made the promise to yourself to make some changes in your home? Let’s clean it up, repaint the walls, build a gazebo, or buy a new dining set! Well, let’s hold the horses for a second. This coming new year doesn’t mean you need to make big purchases or strip your house to the bare bones to make way for some new feng shui. Sometimes it’s the tiniest change in details that make all the difference.

A Coat of Paint

Duct Tape Decorating

In my neighbor’s foyer was once a wooden standing cabinet. It was well-used and getting on in years, but she noticed that it was a bit of an eyesore. Instead of buying a whole new cabinet, she repainted it. Not just plain black or white though, but a beautiful shade of teal that was pleasing to the eye. Before you decide to replace the cabinets or an old armoire, consider a trip to the hardware store and have some fun finding a color that would complement the room. For an additional look, you can change the handles or knobs along with that new coat of paint.

Fuzzy Frames Winter’s coming, so here’s a way to make your pictures and living room look a little cozier. Grab some plain wooden frames, old or new, and a few balls of colored yarn. Detach the backing of the frame, leaving just the square. Take a string of yarn and start wrapping it around the frame until every space is covered, and glue the ends down. When re-attaching the back, it’ll be quite snug, but can be resized to fit.

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I know you’re probably thinking “Duct tape? Really?”, but duct tape has become remarkably versatile lately. Not only is it the most durable, long-lasting tape around, but if you enter any craft store, there’s a whole plethora of different colors and patterns to choose from. Take a blank lamp shade or a vase and apply a layer of duct tape. With a pair of some sharp scissors, it’s easy to make abstract patterns, mix color blocks, and make a design all your own. Decorate the lamp shade with some colorful waves, or add some duct tape flowers to the base of the vase, to make them look pleasing. This is especially fun for kids of all ages.

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ABOUT THE FOUNDATION: EEF is a non-profit devoted to enriching the educational experience for students in the Encinitas Union School District. By connecting business, parents and community, EEF builds partnerships and fundraising opportunities to overcome school district fiscal restraints. Funds generated support visual and performing arts, math, science, technology, foreign language, wellness and environmental programs to create world-ready students. For more information email Melissa McGhee at info@eefonline.org. 

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:::: real estate watch

Where Did Our Hot Real Estate Market Go? by AL REX, CPA & Realtor

our initial reaction might be, “What are you talking about? Everything I read and hear says prices are up, real estate is hot and we’re in a strong seller’s market!” Well, that was true for the spring and summer, but those of us in the trenches who are actively involved in buying and selling real estate know that the market has cooled to more of a normal pace. The cause? Our rapid run up in prices was due to two key factors. The first was the record low interest rates we experienced, creating a

“fever” of buyer demand. The second factor was the inexplicable low number of homes for sale, far less than previous years. This resulted in multiple offers, many homes selling in around two weeks or less, and of course, increased selling prices. Fast forward to our current period where we now have an increase in the inventory of homes for sale and the record low interest rates of the summer are approximately 1% higher. The result? We see homes on the market for an average period of approximately sixty days or more, price reductions in some cases and a real estate market that has both the buyer and seller on even ground. This is not a bad market, just more of a “normal market.” Some buyers are asking, “Should I now wait, since prices went up so fast?” The best answer is that serious buyers are not waiting. Especially if they plan to stay in their new home for at least three or four years, as interest rates are still very low – giving the buyer a chance to keep their mortgage payments affordable. With our zip code

seeing a 15.7% increase in home values over 2012, many existing home owners who could not refinance in the past are now finding great loan opportunities being available to them. 

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CPA & Realtor • BRE# 01377312

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Al Rex has been a top selling realtor in Carlsbad for the past ten years, where he and his family reside. Visit his website at www.CarlsbadHouseFinder.com to get updated MLS information, or to find a floor plan for your own home.

Recent Sales Activity Address 807 Caminito del Sol

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Beds Baths Est SF 2

Beds

Baths

Est SF

Price

960

375,000

Price

7399 Seafarer Pl

Address

1,691

660,000

6468 Camino Del Parque

1,102

385,000

649 Seaward Ave

2,314

710,000

6493 Camino Del Parque

1,101

390,000

6494 Willow Pl

2,735

720,000

1333 Verbena Ct

1,207

415,000

1109 Scrub Jay Ct

2,142

745,000

1848 Cottonwood Ave

1,571

425,000

929 Begonia Ct

1,685

770,000 795,000

7004 Goldenrod Wy

1,421

430,000

7049 Eider Ct

2,144

806 Sandbar Wy

1,404

460,000

1592 Triton St

3,455

800,000

6831 Carnation Dr

1,263

475,000

130 Channel Rd

2,033

815,000

807 Spindrift Ln

1,404

475,000

1294 Mariposa Rd

3,188

829,500

1874 Alkali Heath Ln

1,669

478,655

1652 Amante Ct

3,697

834,000 842,000

6777 Heath Ct

1,323

495,000

6787 Palermi Pl

2,632

1868 Brant Ln

1,669

506,991

6971 Waters End Dr

2,374

860,000

1734 Camassia Ln

1,720

530,000

6476 Goldenbush Dr

3,188

860,000

6349 Alexandria Cir

1,604

530,000

6685 Sweetclover Ln

2,046

870,000

1662 Chamisal Ct

1,707

533,000

6942 Dusty Rose Pl

2,923

875,000

7028 Fern Pl

1,512

535,000

947 Daisy Ave

2,506

886,000

1735 Pipit Ct

1,720

545,000

7464 Capstan Dr

2,798

902,000

1702 Camassia Ln

1,875

545,000

7129 Rockrose Ter

2,888

930,000

6591 Daylily Dr

2,152

550,000

6381 Ebb Tide St

3,400

1,007,500

7015 Nutmeg Wy

1,289

579,900

7235 Spoonbill Ln

3,510

1,150,000

7220 Pintail Dr

1,740

580,000

7093 Marsh Wren St

3,518

1,185,000

6635 Daylily Dr

2,152

600,000

1340 Cassins St

3,934

1,284,000

6856 Wigeon Pl

1,707

610,000

7405 Melodia Ter

4,275

1,320,000

6952 Sandcastle Dr

1,675

619,950

7188 Aviara Dr

5,352

1,600,000

7024 Ivy St

1,671

620,000

7121 Aviara Dr

5,100

1,885,000

7156 Aviara Dr

7,131

2,250,000

6980 Sandcastle Dr

1,700

650,000

6947 Sandcastle Dr

1,700

650,000

(complete list of homes sold in 92011 at www.92011magazine.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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CARLSBAD PLAYREADERS IT HAD TO BE YOU BY JOSEPH BOLOGNA AND RENEE TAYLOR Monday, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.carlsbadplayreaders.org. $5 general admission, $1 students. Carlsbad City Library, Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium

CINEMA SERIES OF CARLSBAD INDEPENDENT & FOREIGN FILMS “QUARTET” (PG-13, 98 MIN.) Saturday, Jan. 18 at 2 p.m. Carlsbad City Library, Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium

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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Dec. 9, 10 and 11 and continues during regular Friends of the Library Bookstore hours until all books are sold. Carlsbad City Library, Friends Bookstore

HOLIDAY CONCERTS Sunday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. Yale Strom & Hot Pstromi Carlsbad City Library, Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 6:30 p.m. The Schone Musik Vocal Quartet Carlsbad City Library Learning Center Sunday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. Patrick Berrogain’s Hot Club Combo Georgina Cole Library, Community Room

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WILLIAM D. CANNON ART GALLERY CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY 1775 DOVE LANE “2013 INVITATIONAL” Now through Jan. 5, 2014 The Invitational showcases the work of five exceptional San Diego County artists. “OUR LIVES OUR STORIES: AMERICA’S GREATEST GENERATION” Jan. 26 through March 16, 2014 Explore the life stories of a single generation. FAMILY OPEN STUDIOS PLUS Saturday, Feb. 8, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Our very popular hands-on art making event for all ages. The Amazing Etch-U-Man will perform using etch-a-sketch toys, live music and video projection! Carlsbad City Library complex

OPERA PREVIEWS Saturday, Jan. 25 at 10 a.m. Lively, media-enhanced explorations of San Diego Opera’s 2014 productions. Carlsbad City Library, Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium

INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. $25 general, $20 Carlsbad Friends of the Arts & Museum of Making Music members. Tickets: 760-438-5996. Four of the world’s foremost guitarists will perform. Carlsbad City Library, Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium

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