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18 IN THE ZONE For more than eight years, ZCode Magazines has continued to grow as North County flourishes, becoming an integral feel-good news source for the families within our zip codes. Now, with 14 magazines, we strive to continue bringing communities together by sharing the stories of local residents, organizations, and businesses.
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y kids and I were in the car the other day chatting about random things. The topic turned to the holidays and their time off of school. It was a typical fall day here in San Diego. We were dressed for the occasion sporting shorts, flip flops, and sunglasses. I glanced at the dash and pointed out that the display showed 84 degrees. It was taunting us to take the boat out. I reminded the pack that we were merely days away from the holidays, and you’re not supposed to go wakeboarding this time of the year. This rationale was definitely met with a bit of teenage resistance. My daughter, to support her argument to hit the water, insisted that it didn’t feel like it was almost Christmas. In fact, she was trying to convince us that it seemed more like a hot summer day. And she was right, but we still didn’t go boating. We are spoiled here in Southern California – especially when it comes to the weather. I explained to my born-and-raised-in-Southern-California kiddos that Christmas feels a little different here than it does in other parts of the country. Although I didn’t grow up shoveling my way out of the house on Christmas morning, I do remember bone-chilling cold fronts and having four distinct seasons. I remember our tradition of heading over to our grandparent’s house bundled up in big coats. The holidays meant it was cold. And people went outside as little as possible. Shorts and sandals had long been packed away. Although my kids have never experienced that type of holiday weather, they do experience the long-standing Southern family traditions that we have kept alive. Whether it is Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or any of the other holidays that we celebrate, everyone in the family knows where we are going to be and who will be there. They look forward to it, and they expect it. It’s our family Derrick Breaux tradition. And although we may pack swimsuits and sunscreen Publisher instead of bulky coats, I wouldn’t change a thing – nor would they. Traditions are important to my wife and me, and having everyone together simply warms our hearts. To all of our friends and family close and far, may your holidays and New Year be filled with love, health, and happiness.
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CAROLS OF CARLSBAD 9th Annual Carols of Carlsbad kicks off the winter holiday season with a music showcase by Carlsbad students 3 – 5 p.m. Omni La Costa Resort & Spa www.carlsbaded.org
CARLSBAD VILLAGE NIGHT OF LIGHTS 5:30 p.m. The corner of Grand and State St. www.carlsbad-village.com
HOLIDAY AT THE RANCHO Crafts, face painting, holiday shopping, cookie decorating, tree-lighting ceremony, an outdoor movie, and more 5 – 8 p.m. | Leo Carrillo Ranch www.carlsbadca.gov
DEC. 10
PETS ON PARADE Pet parade with local vendors, raffles, live music, photos with Santa, and more Pet photos with Santa: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.; 1 – 2:30 p.m. Parade begins: 12:45 p.m. Village Faire www.carlsbad-village.com
DEC. 12
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DEC. 24
CHRISTMAS EVE
DEC. 25
CHRISTMAS DAY
DEC. 26
KWANZAA BEGINS
DEC. 31
NEW YEAR’S EVE
DEC. 8, 9
PETER PAN JR. THE MUSICAL Pacific Ridge middle school students put on this high-flying musical, which is a beloved family favorite Dec. 8: 7 p.m. Dec. 9: 2 p.m., 6 p.m. Sunshine Brooks Theater seatyourself.biz/pacificridge
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CLAY COLTON DUO: GEORGINA COLE LIBRARY 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION The Clay Colton Duo will be hosting a special show in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Georgina Cole Library, performing hits from the mid-’60s to reflect the pop culture of the years when the library was built 2 – 3 p.m. | Cole Library www.carlsbadca.gov
JANUARY JAN. 1
NEW YEAR’S DAY
JAN. 14
LIBRARY GOT GAME Game night at the Cole Library. Enjoy Carcassane, Deadpool Yahtzee, Harry Potter Hogwarts Battle Desks, Scrabble, chess, and more. 6 – 8 p.m. | Cole Library www.carlsbadca.gov
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JAN. 22 – 26
KIDS FOR PEACE PRESENTS THE GREAT KINDNESS CHALLENGE SCHOOL EDITION Carlsbad schools participate in one school week devoted to performing as many acts of kindness as possible, choosing from a 50-item checklist. Sign up your school and download the Acts of Kindness Checklist to participate www.greatkindnesschallenge.com.
JAN. 24
4TH ANNUAL SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES FAIR Open to all area families interested in learning more about summer programs, internships, and camps; also includes workshops on resume writing, finding summer opportunities, interpreting PSAT score reports, and applying for scholarships 6 – 8 p.m. | Pacific Ridge School For more information contact collegeguidance@pacificridge.org or call 760-579-4905
JAN. 25 – 27
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND MUSICAL Transport yourself to the Caribbean during Pacific Ridge School’s rendition of Once On This Island Jan. 25: 4:30 p.m. Jan. 26: 7 p.m. Jan. 27: 2 p.m., 7 p.m. Howard Brubek Theater, Palomar College seatyourself.biz/pacificridge
ONGOING EVENTS
1ST WEDNESDAYS
CARLSBAD NEWCOMERS CLUB Meeting begins with half hour of social time followed by guest speaker 9:45 a.m. | Carlsbad Senior Center www.carlsbadnewcomers.org
WEDNESDAYS
STATE STREET FARMERS MARKET 3 – 6 p.m. | State St. www.carlsbad-village.com/events
1ST FRIDAYS
THE CARLSBAD GARDEN CLUB 1 p.m. | Dove Library Gowland Room www.carlsbadgardenclub.com
2ND FRIDAYS
TASTE OF YOGA AND COMMUNITY POTLUCK A free hour-long yoga class followed by a community potluck 7:30 p.m. | Carlsbad Village Yoga & Fitness Co-Op www.carlsbadvillageyoga.com
3RD SATURDAYS
MONTHLY SATURDAY TRAIL VOLUNTEER EVENTS See website for trail locations and times www.carlsbadca.gov/trails
S P O R T S R E G I S T R AT I O N & A N N O U N C E M E N T S BADMINTON OPEN PLAY BADMINTON FOR ADULTS Tuesdays: 7:45 – 9:30 p.m. Thursdays: 8:15 – 9:30 p.m. Sundays: 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Open play hours subject to change; call 760-602-4690 Fee: $3 per person Stagecoach Community Center www.carlsbadca.gov
BASEBALL LA COSTA YOUTH ORGANIZATION SPRING 2018 REGISTRATION OPEN Register online at www.lcyo.org
LA COSTA YOUTH ORGANIZATION CHAMPIONS LEAGUE SPRING 2018 REGISTRATION OPEN Register online at www.lcyo.org
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Tuesdays: 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays: 1 – 4 p.m. Fridays: 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Saturdays: 1:45 – 4:30 p.m. Open play hours subject to change; call 760-602-4690 Fee: $3 per person Stagecoach Community Center www.carlsbadca.gov
Tuesdays, Thursdays: 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Sundays: 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Open play hours subject to change; call 760-602-4680 Fee: $3 per person Calavera Hills Gymnasium www.carlsbadca.gov
Mondays – Fridays: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturdays: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sundays: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Hours subject to change; check website for updated schedule Alga Norte Aquatic Center wwww.carlsbadca.gov
HIKING OPEN HIKE AT BATIQUITOS LAGOON Trail guides available at Nature Center or bulletin boards at each trailhead www.batiquitoslagoon.org
LACROSSE CARLSBAD YOUTH LACROSSE SPRING 2018 REGISTRATION OPEN Season runs early Feb. through the end of May Saturday preseason clinics: Dec. 10 – Feb. 10 www.carlsbadlacrosse.com
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OPEN LAP SWIM RUNNING 9TH ANNUAL WARRIOR SPIRIT 5K RUN/WALK Support the Mitchell Thorp Foundation and children battling life-threatening medical conditions Registration Open Now Event date: Feb. 3 8:30 a.m. | Poinsettia Park www.mitchellthorp.org
Mondays – Fridays: 5:45 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturdays: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sundays: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Hours subject to change; check website for updated schedule Alga Norte Aquatic Center wwww.carlsbadca.gov
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INNOVATOR Raj Pabari Finds Inspiration and Innovation in Real-World Problems by LIZ ONUFER | photo by JESSICA BREAUX
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f you learned about a couple of Raj Pabari’s activities, you might not be too surprised by the Coastal Academy eighth grader. But when you see this 13-year-old’s complete resume, you’ll realize that Raj is successful in endeavors from coding and robotics to acting and running. Raj’s interest in STEM-related activities began in third grade when he joined his school’s programming club. Since that time, he has competed in science fairs, mathematic competitions, and robotics. This strong background in STEM led him to his most recent recognition at the national middle school science and engineering fair: Top 300 of the Broadcom MASTERS. The application process alone inspired Raj. “The questions that they asked me made me really think about science and leadership in a way that I never had,” he said. “It was a great opportunity to really think about the kind of leader and innovator that I want to be.” That kind of leader and innovator was reflected in the project Raj completed for the competition. His project, AquaGuard, was motivated by a neighbor’s water leak and the expense and disruption it caused her. Researching water sensors, Raj realized the flashing light or beeping alarm is only effective if someone is home. Raj created a smarter water sensor, one that sends an email when a leak is detected to prevent extensive damage from an undetected alarm. “Solving and tackling problems that can be applied in real life is what really got me engaged in technology and engineering,” Raj explained. The STEM accomplishments alone would be enough for most middle schoolers. Yet Raj also finds pleasure in more physical and 10 • 92011 MAGAZINE.COM • December 2017 | January 2018
artistic endeavors. He loves running for his cross country team. He is also an actor for film, TV, commercials, and theater productions. He sees a strong correlation between the stage and STEM. “Through acting, I’ve learned a lot about body language, how to project my voice, and other voice techniques,” he said. “Because of this, I am comfortable talking to judges and making presentations in front of large crowds.” Raj’s resume will only continue to grow through high school and college where he plans to continue his work in STEM and find a career where he can be an innovator and solver of real world problems. “With all the advances in technology, I believe that the future is wide open for innovation,” Raj acknowledged. ¢
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Night at the Library
GALA RAISES FUNDS TO SUPPORT LIBRARY, ARTS, AND CULTURAL PROGRAMS
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he Carlsbad Library & Arts Foundation’s (CLAF) “Night at the Library” Gala recently drew over 125 guests from the community to support the library and cultural arts facilities and progams at the Carlsbad City Library, the Georgiana Cole Library, and the Library Learning Center. Dinner, dancing, and live entertainment by Grammy Award-nominated artist Perla Batalla highlighted the evening. Over $10,000 was raised at the event. “We are so privileged to have an active foundation helping to support our community efforts,” said Heather Pizzuto, the City’s Library & Cultural Arts Director. “Thanks to the foundation, we are able to enhance the library, arts, and cultural programs available to those who live, work, and play in our city.”
The Carlsbad Library & Arts Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 1998. Community gifts have also enabled the foundation to support ongoing literary and cultural programs in the library’s Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium, art exhibitions in the William D. Cannon Art Gallery, and programs and services offered at the Library Learning Center, plus books and other library materials
for all three city libraries. “Thanks to the generosity of community members, through their donations and endowments, over $150,000 was contributed by the Foundation this fiscal year to the Carlsbad Library and Cultural Arts department to help fund many special programs,” said CLAF president Gita Nassiri. For more information visit www.carlsbadlibraryartsfoundation.org. ¢
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1. ZCode Media graphic designer Shari and associate editor Lainey enjoy a Friday evening at the Bernardo Winery. 2. Floyd takes a break from his walk to enjoy the sunset. 3. A beautiful day to run the Surfing Madonna 15K. 4. Fun at KAABOO! 5. Voices for Children’s signature event, Starry Starry Night, raised net proceeds of more than $1.16 million in support of the volunteer Court-Appointed Special Advocate program.
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COMMUNITY STUFF
2017 Coastchella Benefits Scripps Hospital
Lancer Dancers Holiday Showcase Carlsbad High School’s 12-time National Champion Varsity dance team, the Lancer Dancers, will be performing in their annual Holiday Dance Showcase on Thursday, Dec. 7 through Saturday, Dec. 9, on campus at the Carlsbad Cultural Arts Center. The shows begin at 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. A Saturday matinee is also offered at 2 p.m. Other dance groups invited to perform include the Carlsbad High School Xcalibur Junior Varsity Dance team, Carlsbad High School Dance PE 1, 2, and 3 classes, and the Aviara Middle School Dance Team. The Junior Lancer Dancers, a group of young girls ages 5 to 12 who take weekly classes given by the Lancer Dancers during the fall, will also have an opportunity to perform. Proceeds will help offset the costs associated with the Lancer Dancers’ lodging and travel to Orlando, Florida to compete in the Universal Dance Association (UDA) National Championships. UDA Nationals is the nation’s premier competition for high-school dance squads. Showcase tickets are on sale at www.lancerdancers.com and range from $10 to $15.
More than 300 North County residents attended the 2nd Annual Scripps Coastchella Benefit Concert at Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach in October, raising over $320,000 for Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. The event featured a cocktail reception, live auction, and musical entertainment by alternative blues hip-hop band G. Love & Special Sauce and local country band Nancarrow. Money raised at the event will help fund the purchase of lifesaving surgical technology and equipment, enabling Scripps physicians to provide a higher level of care with less invasive techniques, as well as improving the overall patient experience. For more information go to www.scripps.org/coastchella.
CBad Moms Do Good A few weeks ago, Carlsbad resident Sherry Barnes had an idea. She wanted to get a group of fellow moms together to have dinner and go see the new Bad Moms movie, and wondered how she could do something helpful in the process. She came up with the tagline “C’Bad Moms Do Good Deeds,” and organized a dinner and movie date to raise money for local organization Solutions for Change, a nonprofit which seeks to solve family homelessness. Her idea spread quickly, and 70 women came to the event. They met at Ignite Bistro before the movie, a local restaurant that also volunteered to donate 10 percent from the event’s proceeds. Collectively they raised $2,600 in total for Solutions for Change. “I thought maybe I could get 20 or 30 women interested in going,” she shared. “It was amazing to see this idea spread to a sold-out showing.” It just goes to show how local, everyday actions can lead to good deeds. For more information about Solutions for Change visit solutionsforchange.org.
Fashion Takes Flight
The Del Sol Chapter of the National Charity League (NCL) in San Diego hosted its annual fashion show in late October. This year’s show, a large-scale production with an aviation theme, featured clothing from local shops worn by NCL Del Sol’s sophomore class, who are set to graduate in 2020. Proceeds from the show went to the Helen Woodward Animal Center in Rancho Santa Fe. During six years of NCL membership, mothers and daughters work together for many philanthropies, including Interfaith Community Services, Feeding America, Meals on Wheels, Autism Tree Project Foundation, and others. The young ladies of NCL Del Sol also receive leadership training and do cultural activities. All of it is aimed at empowering them to succeed in life and do so with compassion, social awareness, and a commitment to community service. For more information visit delsol.nationalcharityleague.org.
Garden of Lights Each night after the sun goes down, from Dec. 2 to 23 and 26 to 30, the San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas will be transformed into a dazzling winter wonderland during the Garden of Lights. More than 125,000 sparkling lights illuminate the flora of this fantastic 37-acre urban oasis each evening from 5 to 9 p.m. for a magical holiday experience. The Garden of Lights has events and activities that everyone in your family will enjoy. Nightly entertainment including local blues and jazz bands, as well as holiday crafts, spin art, visits with Santa, Nutcracker displays, horse-drawn wagon rides, and snow for sledding. Tickets for the Garden of Lights are available at the Welcome Center at SDBG. There are no advance ticket sales at the Garden or on the website. Admission for members is $8 ($10 on Friday and Saturday); for seniors, active military, and students $10; and non-members $15 ($20 on Friday and Saturday). For children ages 3 through 12, admission is $6 ($5 on Friday and Saturday). The Garden of Lights is presented by the County of San Diego.
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT
WHY DO SMART KIDS
Struggle in School?
Therapeutic Literacy Center and Arrowsmith Offer Real Solutions for Improving Learning Capacities for Success in School and in Life photo by Jessica Breaux
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he professional and passionate team at the Therapeutic Literacy Center (TLC) knows that learning difficulties don’t have to be permanent. “We see it every day. Sometimes parents cross their fingers and hope that things will change, but it’s rare that change happens by itself. If it hasn’t fixed itself yet…when?” shared Founder Maria Bagby. TLC identifies and permanently strengthens the root cause of the problems and significantly improves learning capacities. “The investment in identifying and strengthening the underlying cognitive skills is uniquely different than educational therapy and tutoring.”
our repertoire of tools we can use for individuals that have an IEP with a diagnoses of many more learning disabilities (now including non-verbal learning disability) and other more complex issues related to critical thinking, fluid reasoning, symbol relations, memory for information, quantification sense (related to math difficulties), visual and/or auditory processing, and what is referred to as symbolic and artefactual thinking.
“Sometimes parents cross their fingers and hope that things will change, but it’s rare that change happens by itself. If it hasn’t fixed itself yet…when?”
How is TLC different from other learning centers? According to Maria, traditional tutoring and repetition of tasks may address the immediate problem if the cause is missed or poor instruction, but those strategies do not correct the cause of the problem. When a child is smart but struggling in school, it is painful for the student and for the family. And when a young adult is struggling with the demands of the workplace, it
can be terribly confusing. “Difficulties in school and work eventually affect self-esteem in all aspects of life,” she said. TLC fixes the cause rather than focusing only on the symptoms. What programs does TLC use? “I like to say that we have a ‘system’ – not a program. We don’t apply a program to a client. We have many programs and tools we use to individualize a plan. These include AST-R/S/C (Auditory Stimulation Training for Reading/ Spelling and Comprehension, AMPS (Attention, Memory and Processing Skills), EFT (Executive Function Training), IM (Interactive Metronome), the Lindamood Bell programs’ tools, to name a few. In 2017 we added the Arrowsmith Program (www.arrowsmithsandiego.com) for the more complex learning needs. It’s exciting to expand
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Does TLC provide tutoring? “Yes, we do. Sometimes tutoring is all that is needed. In these cases, we provide tutoring using strategies learned from the cognitive programs we use for therapy.” What else does TLC offer? The center also offers a parent support group for parents and regular events with speakers on topics such as: “What exactly is ADHD? The components of attention and strategies to improve, “Why Doesn’t My Child Turn in Their Homework?” and “What happens SPECIAL ADVERTISEMENT
“It’s a short-term investment for a lifetime of change.” – Maria Bagby, owner when the Common Core approach isn’t working for my child?” The team at TLC knows that by making changes in underlying cognitive skills, we don’t have to struggle with learning in school and in the workplace. This realization is what prompted Maria to leave the educational system and establish TLC. The center has expanded three times since moving to Solana Beach in 2012. “We have facilitated 23 children exiting special education and many others that were in the process of qualifying in SST meetings. In the adult world, we have helped numerous young people make the transition from school to work,” said Maria. Is TLC for everyone? “No. I refer out about 15% of the people that come in to meet us. Our level of success is high – very high – but I skew our data by choosing only the ‘right’ kids to work with. My commitment is to work only with people that match what we have and to help find the right solutions for those that don’t work with us.” Who do you work with? “We work with smart kids that are struggling in school and in the workplace. “We have students from grade one
through young adult. Right now we have a woman in her 70’s strengthening her memory and processing skills! But most of our clients are families with students in grades one through high school. Many of our students don’t have any diagnosis at all and many have the support of having an IEP in school.” Additionally, TLC works with local audiologists specializing in Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) and serves as a Deficit-Specific Auditory Processing Disorder treatment center. We have treatments for the four main types or deficit areas and are having great success in significantly improving if not erasing the deficit completely. All therapeutic programs are customized to each individual need and are designed to be fun and life-changing. The culture at TLC is focused on relationship and knowledge that every student is incredibly smart with quirky glitches that are creating problems for them. What do I do to find out if TLC can help me or my child? Call us to schedule a consultation or attend a parent information meeting where you can hear other parents talk about their experiences. ¢
THE LEARNING CONTINUUM
Is this your child? • Takes too long to do homework • Says “huh?” or “what?” often • Misses social cues and interrupts • Has a hard time paying attention in school • Has difficulty in reading, writing, or math • Has aDhD but you don’t want to medicate him/her • Has an iep but you don’t feel it’s helping Is this your teenager? • Has difficulty completing homework • Hard on themselves • Has missing assignments • Grades affected from being unorganized • Defensive about school • Depressed, anxious, or low self-esteem • Lacking direction Is this you or your family? • Conflicts about homework • Spending hours doing homework with your child • Experiencing difficulty in parent-child relationships
If you and your child can relate to any of these scenarios, call to find out how TLC can help.
AT-A-GLANCE
Business: Therapeutic Literacy Center Owner: Maria Bagby Director: Lois Yacko Year of Establishment: 2012 Phone: 858-481-2200 Email: info@therapeuticliteracycenter.com Website: www.therapeuticliteracycenter.com; www.arrowsmithsandiego.com Address: 990 Highland Dr. Suite 106-D, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Business Description: TLC solves learning challenges and disabilities by addressing the underlying skills causing the learning problems. The Arrowsmith program brings neuroscience research to the educational development of student learning. December 2017 | January 2018 • 92011 MAGAZINE.COM • 17
C O V E R F E AT U R E
INTHE ZCode Magazines Continues to Connect North County One Zip Code at a Time Since ZCode’s conception, the goal has always been to publish feel-good content that truly engages readers across our zip codes. Now, publishing six issues of 14 community magazines per year, ZCode has worked hard to maintain and expand our vision. Behind each issue of 92011 Magazine is our close-knit band of creatives and go-getters who are dedicated to making ZCode’s vision a reality. What do we all have in common? We all are passionate about what makes our communities special. Join us as we dive into the inner workings of our media center.
Q&A HOW DID YOUR VISION FOR ZCODE MAGAZINES BEGIN? I was lucky enough to have a few articles published about me when I played football in high school. It was very exciting. I still have those articles. I wanted to create a local magazine that made people feel good. A magazine that people looked forward to receiving in their mailboxes. A magazine specifically for the neighborhoods that we call home, with colorful photos and a variety of interesting articles. SINCE ITS CONCEPTION IN 2009, IN WHAT WAY HAVE THE MAGAZINES DEVELOPED MOST? Talent! I have been fortunate to work with an incredibly talented group of people that share the ZCode vision. The quality of the
with ZCode Publisher
DERRICK BREAUX
magazines (editorial and design) is unparalleled in the community magazine arena. WHAT HAS BEEN THE MOST REWARDING PART OF ZCODE’S JOURNEY SO FAR? Having people come up to me and tell me how much they enjoy reading the magazine. It never gets old! WHAT ARE YOUR LONG-TERM GOALS FOR THE MAGAZINES? Honestly, it’s to keep publishing magazines that are meaningful to the local residents. And if we are able to grow our family of magazines along the way by adding additional communities, then that’s a bonus!
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WHY DO YOU THINK EACH DEPARTMENT IS SO INTEGRAL TO ZCODE’S MISSION?
WHAT’S AN IMPORTANT TAKEAWAY FOR OUR 92011 MAGAZINE READERS?
Without a doubt, the magazines wouldn’t exist without sales, editorial, production, and graphics. While it all started as a oneperson operation, it has grown to something much larger. I feel blessed to be able to work with the talented ZCode team.
The magazine is 100 percent supported by its advertising partners. Please frequent their businesses and let them know that you saw them in 92011 Magazine.
SALES AND PRODUCTION CONNECTING THE COMMUNITY Without this dedicated, hardworking group, it’s highly likely you wouldn’t be reading the magazine you’re holding in your hands. This is because ZCode’s all-star sales team and production personnel create and maintain relationships with the businesses featured throughout our pages, so that we can get our magazines out to our more than 220,000 readers – to you. Our sales representatives aid local businesses – from doctors to landscapers to Realtors – in
MELISSA DITALO
Production Coordinator
HEATHER REYNOLDS Senior Account Executive
finding the most effective way possible to reach potential clients via advertisements, business spotlights, and merchant profiles. And our production coordinator ensures an entirely smooth process. Each team member strives to introduce you to our business supporters and perhaps your next dentist or dance studio, thus doing their part to help create a thriving local marketplace.
KAREN CONNELLY Account Executive
GILBERT REYES
Account Coordinator
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS: “The team at ZCode are most enthusiastic and professional. They research who we are, actively listened to our needs, responded quickly with patience for my timeline, and produced the most attractive, informative, and successful advertising for my business! I often tell others that the team at ZCode is a huge part of my business success! We love working with them! – Maria Bagby, Executive Director Therapeutic Literacy Center
“ZCode is always a pleasure to work with. Their staff works diligently with their clients to ensure quality advertisements that best promote businesses within the community.” – Jackie Mougel, Club Director Danceology Performance
DERRICK BREAUX & JESSICA BREAUX
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C O V E R F E AT U R E
EDITORIAL
B R I N G I N G STO R I E S TO L I F E While 50 percent of our magazines’ content is focused on spotlighting local businesses, the other half is focused on, well, you. The zip codes that we cover are bustling, thriving communities that are home to newsworthy people, places, organizations, and events that are all well-deserving of a spotlight – which is where our editorial team comes in. ZCode’s editors are tasked with discovering, researching, and crafting the hyperlocal stories that fill our pages – from Community Stuff to our half-page features and photo pages. While they don’t always get a byline, it’s their dedication to providing readers with fun and informative stories that makes the magazines so special.
CREATIVE
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COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS
Positive I M P A C T Lany and Alex Zikakis Advocate for Local Foster Children Through Voices for Children by JENNIFER FRAKES | photo by Tim Hardy
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or Lany and Alex Zikakis, helping San Diego’s foster youth is both a passion and a way of life. She and Alex were introduced to Voices for Children through friends who were actively involved in the organization. Alex and Lany quickly became avid supporters themselves. “I joined the Voices for Children Board of Directors in July 2013 and served on the development and marketing committees until June 2017,” related Lany. This fall, she and Alex, who is the president and founder of a Carlsbad-based diversified real estate investment and development company, chaired the Starry Starry Night Gala, an annual fundraiser for Voices for Children. “We feel very blessed that this event brought in a record amount of money and introduced many new attendees to a very worthwhile organization,” said Lany. From her involvement on the board of directors, Lany witnessed first-hand the positive impact Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) have on the lives of thousands of foster children in San Diego County. “Because of this knowledge, I have decided to serve Voices for Children in a different role. I am excited to say that I have started training to become a CASA myself,” revealed Lany, whose professional background is in print production, advertising, and media buying. She is pleased to be able provide one-on-one assistance to San Diego’s foster youth, as well as use her previous experience on the board of directors to recruit more CASAs. Lany and Alex recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary and have three sons. Max is a musician and will soon graduate from Belmont University in Nashville. Calvin attends the University of Colorado, Boulder and is thoroughly enjoying the outdoor lifestyle that the area offers. Hank is a junior in high school at Pacific Ridge School and is involved in the local community. Lany and Alex have lived in Carlsbad for 20 years. Although they both grew up in snow country on the East Coast, they have happily adapted to life in sunny San Diego. “Alex has become an avid surfer and I love to run the area trails, many of which we can access just around the corner from our house. Our three sons were able to walk to school, and they grew up enjoying the Carlsbad trail system and being outdoors,” stated Lany. And while the Zikakis family loves to travel, they are never sorry to return home to the City of Carlsbad. ¢
Name: Community: Family: Hobbies & Interests: Favorite Places in Carlsbad:
Lany and Alex Zikakis Carlsbad Three sons Skiing, surfing, running, and going for walks with our dogs It used to be Legoland when the boys were little! Now we love all the fun new restaurants (and a speakeasy!) popping up in the village, and of course the Carlsbad Village Farmers Market
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Name: Mission:
Website:
Voices for Children Voices for Children transforms the lives of abused, abandoned, or neglected children by providing them with volunteer Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) www.speakupnow.org
Know a volunteer that should be profiled in 92011 Magazine? Recommend a volunteer online at www.92011magazine.com.
LINCOLN REALTY GROUP Clearing the Path to Bigger Dollar Returns
BEFORE
Once you have made the decision to sell your home, you make a commitment to convert your home into currency. If your ultimate goal is to get the most amount of money for your home taking direction from your real estate professional can pay large dividends. Steve and Diana have spent the better part of their lives assisting buyers and sellers of real estate in the very top of their profession.
AFTER
This kitchen remodel was completed in less than 3 weeks, while other areas of the home were being prepped for sale. Total cost of the kitchen upgrade was less than $10,000. Buyers loved the rich dark cabinet colors, new granite countertops and stainless appliances. Buyer financed the purchase of the home with a 20% downpayment. Buyers UP FRONT cost for renovation was only 20% of total improvement...
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I N O U R O W N B A C K YA R D
WINTER
LIGHTS Enjoy the Sights and Lights this Season in the Best-Decorated Local Neighborhoods by LAINEY KRAL
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s the weather turns colder, San Diegans pull boxes out of storage and get ready to brighten up the winter season. The tradition of decorating homes with electric lights began taking off in the 1960s as a next step from decorated Christmas trees, and has since spread around the world. Colorful holiday and seasonal decorations can be found in most San Diegan neighborhoods, but some streets stand out for their over-the-top festive displays. Wait until the sun goes down and bring the whole family for a tour of one – or more – of these twinkling destinations.
LOCAL LIGHTS CARLSB A D
Santa’s Mailbox 6646 Elegant Tern Pl. Dec. 1 – 25 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
The Carlsbad Christmas House 7607 Romeria St. Dec. 3 – 31 5 – 9 p.m.
CARM E L MO UNT A IN RAN C H
Fairway Village at Stoney Gate Pl. Dec. 1 – Jan. 1 Dusk – 10:30 p.m.
POWAY
SA N MA R C O S
The Griswolds
Christmas on Knob Hill
12631 Stoutwood St. Dec. 1 – Jan. 1 5:30 – 10 p.m.
Candy Cane Courts Hickory Ct., 12659 Butterwood Ct., and Rockrose Ct. Dec. 10 – 24 6 – 9 p.m.
R AN CHO P EÑ AS Q U I T O S
Christmas Card Lane Oviedo St. Dec. 9 – Dec. 31 Dusk – 10 p.m.
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1639 Knob Hill Nov. 23 – Dec. 30 5 – 9 p.m.
SCRIPPS RANCH
Merry-tage Court Stonebridge Pkwy. & Merritage Ct. Dec. 1 – 31 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
V I ST A
1505 Roma Dr. Nov. 24 – Dec. 31 Sunday – Thursday: 6 – 10 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 6 p.m. – Midnight
COMMERCIAL DISPLAYS Holidays in the Gaslamp www.gaslamp.org
San Diego Botanic Garden’s Garden of Lights www.sdbgarden.org
Hotel Del Coronado www.hoteldel.com
San Diego Zoo’s Jungle Bells
LEGOLAND Holiday Snow Days
www.sandiegozoo.org
www.legoland.com
SeaWorld Christmas Tree of Lights www.seaworld.com
Global Vantage
PACIFIC RIDGE STUDENTS LEARN TO UNDERSTAND GLOBAL ISSUES photo courtesy of Pacific Ridge School
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ocal students from Pacific Ridge School and Canyon Crest Academy partner with the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy, a school that provides tuition-free education to 130 girls annually in Kibera, Kenya, through a nonprofit program called the Global Journal Project. Together, the students produce Global Vantage, an award-winning, internationally minded, student-run magazine. The collaboration has allowed students at all three schools to understand global issues and forge international relationships. Kibera Girls Soccer Academy Program Director Richard Teka and alumna Asha Jaffar recently visited and spoke to Pacific Ridge students, faculty, and guests about the importance of education and its role in ending the cycle of poverty. Teka shared that uneducated women in Kibera can either work as house cleaners for the equivalent of $40 a month or get married off at a young age to earn their families a dowry. Kibera Girls Soccer Academy
began as a girls soccer team as a means to combat gender inequalities and boost the girls’ confidence and self-esteem. However, promising young athletes would leave the team because they would marry or become pregnant. The best way to stop girls from leaving and to further empower them was to provide them with a free education. And so, the school was established in 2006. “The partnership has been really beneficial for all of us. It’s been eye-opening to see the experiences that other people are going through, just to get an education, and the effort it takes for equality,” said Pacific Ridge student and Global Vantage Chief Financial Officer Megan Martindale. At Pacific Ridge, the Global Vantage group is one of over 40 student-led service learning groups addressing needs around the world. To learn more visit www.globalvantagemagazine.com or www.pacificridge.org. ¢
Going For Silver
GIRL SCOUTS EARN SILVER AWARD HELPING HUMANE SOCIETY
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fter six years together, Girl Scout Troop 1782 of Carlsbad will earn the second highest achievement in Scouts, the Silver Award. And it all started with a concern and compassion for animals. Troop 1782 and its seven members partnered with the San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) and Project Wildlife to educate the community about animal safety, rescue, adoption, and therapy programs. A year-long commitment and true labor of love, it required many hours of research, hands-on experience and of course, heart. The troop visited animal rescue facilities throughout the County, including Rancho Coastal Humane Society, Helen Woodward Animal Center, and the San Diego Humane Society to learn about therapy pets. Next they took a trip to Rawhide Ranch to learn how to care for a multitude of
farm animals. They created two Prize Wheels and eight ring toss boards that were given to SDHS to be used in workshops, school events, and info booths. The Scouts also participated in two major volunteer events, the Walk for Animals and PET PALS. At the PET PALS event, the troop set up educational games and taught kids facts about animals ranging from raccoons to cats to iguanas. According to
the girls, a highlight for them was how great it made them feel to be role models to younger girls, some of whom will be future Girl Scouts. Troop members Camille Adami, Camden Altenbern, Nicole Keffer, Milana Ric, Camille Sanshu, Hannah Waite, and Kate Vickery would like other young girls to know they can have fun and make the world a better place at the same time. The troop was led by Renee Sanshu. ¢
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R E A L E S TAT E W AT C H
Tax Reform Impact on the Real Estate Market
T
here has been much discussion on President Trump’s desire to get his tax reform initiative passed before the end of the year, and some of the components being considered could have an impact on our real estate market. While the push is to get a tax bill approved before New Year’s Day, the two versions from the House and Senate have enough differences that most experts feel we may not see something passed until next spring, with the impact possibly not being seen until 2019. The Senate version currently leaves the interest deduction alone, staying at the max loan level of $1.0 million. In the House version, the maximum deductions allowed are for loans of not more than $500,000. As we all know,
with average home prices in Carlsbad, loans in excess of $500,000 are very common. The significant value of being a home owner versus a renter has three major components: 1. As home values increase over time, the home owner gets to recognize the appreciation. 2. While every monthly payment to the bank includes interest, a portion is also principal – which means you pay down your debt with every payment. 3. Both property taxes and mortgage interest are tax deductible (current max is for loans up to $1.0 million). In the tax reform bills being debated, a major item being discussed is “how much” mortgage interest will remain as a tax deduction. I’m not sure where this will land as much debate is anticipated within the walls of Congress over the next month. But as a
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RECENT SALES ACTIVITY FOR THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF PROPERTIES SOLD WITHIN THE LAST SEVERAL YEARS, VISIT 92011MAGAZINE.COM
Beds Baths Est SF 2
Price
by AL REX
Realtor and home owner, I’m never in favor of any initiative that may potentially have a negative impact on home ownership. If you feel the same way, be sure to express your opinion to your congressman and senator. And of course, if you have any specific question on how the tax reform bill may affect your home ownership and income tax, be sure to contact your paid tax preparer. ¢
AL REX
Realtor • CalBRE# 01377312 7030 Avenida Encinas, Suite 100, Carlsbad, CA 92011 Logo and Color Guidelines 760-473-8572 8.6.13 Al@AlRexRealty.com Al Rex has been a top selling realtor in Carlsbad for the past 14 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.
Address
2
1,036
$617,500
1759 Oriole Court
Beds Baths Est SF 3
3
2,409
Price $935,000
6947 Batiquitos Drive
3
3
1,428
$625,000
7311 Seafarer Place
4
3
2,220
$945,000
6852 Alderwood Drive
2
2
999
$640,000
6943 Wildrose Terrace
5
3
2,888
$999,000
951 Boxwood Court
3
3
1,433
$649,000
6783 Follette Street
3
3
2,691
$1,025,000
6435 Alexandri Circle
3
3
2,166
$677,500
6783 Follette Street
3
3
2,691
$1,025,000
1637 Baccharis Avenue
3
3
1,728
$680,000
1011 Tulip Way
4
2
1,975
$1,030,000
6454 Alexandri Circle
3
3
2,166
$690,000
1745 Blackbird Circle
4
3
2,877
$1,075,000
6454 Alexandri Circle
3
3
2,166
$690,000
6721 Lonicera Street
4
3
2,887
$1,080,000
6860 Seaspray Lane
2
2
1,376
$690,000
7146 Tern Place
3
4
3,395
$1,110,000
6733 Clover Court
3
3
1,435
$734,500
1318 Savannah Lane
4
3
2,647
$1,113,250
7232 Linden Terrace
3
3
1,680
$759,000
627 Coral Reef Avenue
4
3
2,385
$1,160,000
6876 Shearwaters Drive
3
3
1,700
$775,000
7085 Crystalline Drive
4
5
3,015
$1,175,000
6970 Whitecap Drive
3
3
1,766
$790,000
6492 Wayfinders Court
5
4
3,303
$1,190,000
7212 Wisteria Way
4
2
1,975
$810,000
6845 Mimosa Drive
5
5
3,534
$1,194,500
7120 Tanager Drive
3
3
1,947
$810,500
1665 Amante Court
4
4
3,697
$1,200,000
6572 Red Knot
3
3
2,142
$830,000
1046 Turnstone
3
4
3,362
$1,200,000
6440 Amethyst Way
4
3
2,570
$830,000
7348 Melodia Terrace
5
4
3,456
$1,200,000
1540 Sapphire Drive
4
3
2,275
$830,000
7309 Marine Place
4
4
3,049
$1,280,000
7362 Escallonia Court
2
3
1,691
$859,000
969 Blackstilt Court
4
4
3,507
$1,299,000
618 Compass Court
2
3
1,691
$860,000
6766 Lonicera Street
4
5
3,199
$1,305,000
7135 Surfbird Circle
3
3
2,104
$880,000
7033 Crystalline Drive
4
5
3,377
$1,325,000
7388 Seafarer Place
2
3
1,869
$900,000
7027 Cinnamon Teal Street
5
5
3,300
$1,340,000
1255 Mariposa Road
3
2
1,812
$920,000
7027 Whitewater Street
3
3
1,926
$1,390,000
7093 Tatler Road
3
4
2,272
$920,000
7575 Navigator Circle
2
2
1,935
$1,562,500
1217 gold flower road
4
3
2,618
$925,000
7180 Aviara Drive
5
5
4,710
$1,675,000
6787 Palermi Place
3
3
2,632
$928,888
7160 Aviara Drive
4
4
4,780
$2,242,000
1787 Blackbird Circle
4
3
2,877
$930,000
(complete list of homes sold in 92011 at www.92011magazine.com)
Information is compiled from a variety of databases and published by Susco Media Inc. for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction is strictly prohibited. Sales statistics are not affiliated with or provided by any participating advertiser or real estate professional contained in this publication. Properties contained in this list and online were sold by a variety of real estate brokers. 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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LIBRARY CALENDAR
carlsbad city library CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY 1775 DOVE LN. CARLSBAD, CA 92011 760-602-2049
GEORGINA COLE LIBRARY 1250 CARLSBAD VILLAGE DR. CARLSBAD, CA 92008 760-434-2870
CARLSBAD PLAYREADERS
CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium $5 GENERAL ADMISSION, $1 STUDENTS
ONE SLIGHT HITCH by Lewis Black Monday, Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m. TRUE WEST By Sam Shepard Monday, Jan. 29, 7:30pm
CINEMA SERIES OF CARLSBAD INDEPENDENT & CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED FILMS CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium MOONLIGHT (2016, R, 111 MIN.) Saturday, Jan. 27, 2 p.m. Cinema Chat begins at 1:30 p.m.
CARLSBAD FILM SERIES
CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY LEARNING CENTER 3368 EUREKA PL. CARLSBAD, CA 92008 760-931-4500
CONCERTS
DECEMBER: HOLIDAY CONCERTS
JESSICA FICHOT Saturday, Dec. 2, 7 p.m. Carlsbad City Library Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium K EMELINE Thursday, Dec. 7, 6:30 p.m. Carlsbad City Library Community Learning Center CLAY COLTON DUO: COLE 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Saturday, Dec. 9, 2 p.m. Georgina Cole Library Community Room JANUARY: FAROFA Sunday, Jan. 28, 2 p.m. Carlsbad City Library Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium
CHILDREN & TEENS
CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium
DECEMBER: 2017 BLOCKBUSTERS Wednesdays at 6 p.m.
Visit www.carlsbadlibrary.org for a full list of programs and special events including story times, movie nights and more.
EXPLORATION HUB
Dec. 13
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (2017, PG, 129 MIN.)
Dec. 20
THE LEGO BATMAN MOVIE (2017, PG, 104 MIN.)
Spend some time with the latest technology including 3D printing, digital crafting and gadgets galore. Free classes and demos are offered in the Exploration HUB at Carlsbad City Library. For information call 760-602-2038.
Dec. 27
WONDER WOMAN (2017, PG-13, 141 MIN.)
AUTHOR TALKS
JANUARY: ROMANTIC COMEDIES Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Jan. 17 Jan. 24 Jan. 31
PARIS CAN WAIT (2016, PG, 92 MIN.) DEAN (2016, PG-13, 94 MIN.) THE BIG SICK (2017, R, 120 MIN.)
HISTORY OF LIBRARIES! BY DR. RICHARD LEDERER Sunday, Dec. 3, 2 p.m. Georgina Cole Library Community Room
THRIFT STYLE Saturday, Jan. 20, 2 p.m. Carlsbad City Library Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium
Many of the Library & Cultural Arts programs, events and exhibits are supported by the Carlsbad Library and Arts Foundation’s Robert H. Gartner Cultural Endowment Fund, the Carlsbad Friends of the Arts and Friends of the Carlsbad Library. carlsbadcitylibrary
@carlsbadlibrary
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Events are free, unless otherwise noted. Visit www.carlsbadlibrary.org for program updates. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Georgina Cole Library with five weeks of special events through Dec. 9.
ADULT BOOK CLUBS CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY FIRST WEDNESDAY BOOK CLUB First Wednesday of every month at 2 p.m. MONDAY NIGHT CLASSICS BOOK CLUB Fourth Monday night of every month at 7 p.m.
GEORGINA COLE LIBRARY TUESDAY EVENING BOOK CLUB First Tuesday night of every month at 7 p.m. THURSDAY AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB Second Thursday of every month at 2 p.m. For locations and book selections, go to www.carlsbadlibrary.org
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RETOOLED: HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE HECHINGER COLLECTION through Jan. 27, 2018 Retooled, the culmination of a relationship between man and his tools, is the collection of John Hechinger, the owner of a booming chain of hardware stores, began collecting tool-inspired art in the 1980s. This exhibit features artwork by five San Diego artists, Robert Barry, Don Fike, Kaori Fukuyama, Elena Lomakin and Allan Morrow. CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY CANNON ART GALLERY FAMILY OPEN STUDIOS Saturday, Dec. 2, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Hands-on arts experience. CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY CANNON ART GALLERY THIS IS JAZZ! THE GOSPEL TRUTH Saturday, Dec. 9, 4 p.m. CARLSBAD CITY LIBRARY RUBY G. SCHULMAN AUDITORIUM Featuring vocalist and pianist Yves Evans. GROWTH GROVE: DIANA MARKESSINIS through May 31, 2018 Growth Grove is an exhibition featuring Orange County sculptor, Diana Markessinis. Seven of her organically-inspired sculptures will be on view. CARLSBAD SCULPTURE GARDEN 2955 Elmwood St.
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