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DEPARTMENTS SET IN STONE 6 Fall is our special time of year BACKSTAGE 9 Osider Staff Spotlight • Zach Cordner COASTAL EXPOSURE 10 Featuring our best coastal images of Oceanside on tap. Photography by Hans Molenkamp and Zach Cordner

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OCEANSIDE’S FINEST 14 Rip Harper • “Everyone started calling me ‘Rip’ and it stuck” 16 Joni Eisenstein • Public service with a smile THE ARTS 18 John Lamb • Academy Award-winning living legend HIDDEN GEMS 22 Ocean Rainbow • Get a taste of some of the best ice cream you’ve ever had COMMUNITY 39 LGBTQ Center • Taking pride in Oceanside HOMEGROWN 46 City Worker Joe Betancourt LOCAL BUSINESS 49 Oceanside Jiu Jitsu • The gentle art RESTAURANT REVIEW 54 Coastal • LTH & Kitchen 56 Valley • Killer Pizza From Mars 58 Inland • Guahan Grill LOCAL RETAILER 59 Captain’s Helm • Full sail vintage retail 62 Sugar Plum Kidz• Need kid’s clothes? Look no further Restaurant And Bar Guide 66 The Osider guide to all the best bars and eateries in town Fast Forward To Yesterday 69 The All Saints Cemetery, then and now

FEATURES Sunset Market 24 The Heart of the city on Thursday Nights Photographer: Hans Molenkamp 28 Modern-day Renaissance Man Dia De Los Muertos Festival 42 The Day Of The Dead comes alive Ten Most Haunted Places In Oceanside 50 Does it feel cold in here to you? OSIDER 4

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A WORD FROM THE PUBLISHER

SET IN STONE We all love summertime here in Oceanside, but for all of the locals—our real summer actually begins in the Fall. The weather is clear and the temps are in the 70s almost every day, the crowds thin out at the beaches and restaurants. It’s also a lot easier to park downtown and with the kids back in school, parents can get back into the groove of their daily routines. The Fall season also gives us my favorite holiday—Halloween. Who doesn’t like to get dressed up in creepy costumes, tell spooky stories, and eat tons of sweets? In this issue, we have some great features to celebrate this special time of year. Whether you want to learn about the most haunted places in Oceanside, or see all the amazing art and culture surrounding the Dia De Los Muertos celebration at the Mission San Luis Rey—The Osider has you covered. Here’s to Fall—our “summertime.” Enjoy.

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Girls in Catrina costume photographed at Mission San Luis Rey, Dia De Los Muertos Festival in 2011. Photo by Zach Cordner

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KRISTI HAWTHORNE CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Kristi Hawthorne has been a resident of Oceanside since 1983. In 1987, she joined the Oceanside Historical Society and has served on the Executive Board for over twenty years and is currently its President since 2002. Hawthorne’s passion is historical research and family genealogy. She created the Society’s computer archives, compiling over 8,000 obituaries and nearly 1,000 different subjects pertaining to Oceanside. In 2000, she wrote a history of the city entitled, Oceanside, Where Life Is Worth Living. In addition to her volunteer work with the Oceanside Historical Society, Kristi works as Event Coordinator for the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce.

NINO “NEENS” CAMILO CONTRIBUTING WRITER AND PHOTOGRAPHER

A man and his potbellied pig. You can follow Zach and Momo’s adventures on Instagram. @zachcordner @momothepig.

Neens is a marketing guy and creator of food festivals “I Love Poke” and “North Eats.” He’s always working, because working is eating, trying new restaurants, and keeping up with the chefs of Hawaii and California. Follow Neens and his food adventures on Instagram @neens_marketing.

ZACH CORDNER

CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND CO-FOUNDER

After giving up an internship at the White House with VP Al Gore’s photographer in 1999 when he was only 20 years old, Zach chose to make his home in Oceanside to work at Warp Magazine as Photo Editor. Zach’s experience at TransWorld Media was a huge stepping-stone to becoming a renowned celebrity entertainment photographer. He’s shot assignments for the Associated Press, Rolling Stone, Red Bull, Capitol Records, Vans, Playboy, and the Coachella Music Festival as an official photographer. He’s also worked with some of the biggest celebrities in the biz, including Johnny Depp, Daft Punk, Jack Black, Chelsea Handler, Elvis Costello, and Neal Patrick Harris. Giving back to his local community, Zach teaches an afterschool photography program at Oceanside High School called Pirate Pics. A 15-year resident of Oceanside, Zach was influential in conceptualizing and creating the look and feel of the magazine you’re holding in your hands right now. You can check out his portfolio at ZACHCORDNER.COM

PROMISE YEE

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Promise Yee is a contributing writer to The Osider Magazine. She also works as the Oceanside beat reporter for The Coast News and contributing North County regional reporter for KPBS radio. Promise previously worked as program producer and reporter for KOCT Television Inside Oceanside. She has covered Oceanside news since 2003. When she’s not reporting—wait, she’s always reporting. OSIDER 9

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COASTAL EXPOSURES Early morning sunrises are amazing at Tyson St. beach. Photograph by Hans Molenkamp

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COASTAL EXPOSURES Wheels are spinning during the Christmas In July Carnival at the Mission San Luis Rey this past summer. Photograph by Zach Cordner

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Oceanside’s finest HATS OFF TO

RIP HARPER WORDS: JOSH BOARD PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

I only knew of one guy named Rip. He was the singer for Judas Priest (he replaced San Diegan resident Rob Halford). When I found out Rip Harper worked at the All Saints’ Cemetery next to the Mission San Luis Rey, I thought it was a joke—his name is probably on half the tombstones there. Colonel Harper explains, “My name is James Austin Harper, but in fifth grade at a music program, I had my hands clasped and was bent over. The kid sitting next to me said, ‘Look at ol’ Rip Van Winkle.’ Everyone started calling me ‘Rip’ and it stuck.” Harper was born in Mississippi to a sharecropper. He said, “The school bus I got on everyday was actually a covered wagon.” He did what a lot of kids did back then—played football, basketball, and baseOSIDER 14

ball. He went far in the Boy Scouts. Rip started delivering papers at age 12, and did that for six years. At that time, he got on a Sea Scout ship. He wanted to go to college, but with five siblings—money was tight. He told us, “My dad made 38 cents an hour. I started working in a department store selling shoes to pay for college. Then I worked at the dean’s office for two years. I played baseball in college and was also in the ROTC. I was hoping that if I joined the service I’d get a commission. Down in Mississippi, nobody had retirement pay. There were 60 and 70-year-olds that the kids had to look after. I became a Marine officer, and saw combat in the last big battle of World War II—at Okinawa.” Rip spent some time in Guam and China and more than 25 years in the Marine Corps. At 40, he got his masters degree in civil engineering at Mississippi State. At 51, he got a job as a civil engineer. At 70, they told him he needed to start drawing his pension. But that doesn’t mean he stopped working. Harper said, “I drove by the cemetery almost 30 years ago. My wife was buried there 22 years ago. They have services there twice a year— on Memorial Day and on Saturday next to All Saints Day in the fall.” When asked about the cemetery’s history, Harper told us, “English settlers bought the land cheap and built this on a church. It was an offshoot from the Church of England in 1890. The first service was on

Christmas that year. Five years later, the first person died and was buried on the grounds.” It’s run on a volunteer basis. Harper was the only one on the committee until about four years ago. He was the register 20 years ago, keeping all the records. He ended up on the building grounds committee with someone, but he said, “That fellow was getting old (in his 80s) and decided not to be on it anymore.” “And how old are you?” I asked. “I’m 97. We have a gardener who comes and cuts the grass, but I’m often doing all the work. I was hauling some dirt recently for a casket that got sunken a bit after the rain and I was filling it back up. People say ‘How can you do that at your age?’ Well, because I keep doing it! I traveled to South Africa for four weeks and came back and now I have this cold—I get tired faster and don’t work as much.” Oceanside’s oldest cemetery might have the oldest caretaker in the United States. He already has a plot with his name on it for when he’s buried next to his wife. He said, “It only has the year I was born on it, not the year of my death.” Let’s hope that year is 2050.

“People say ‘How can you do that at your age?’ Well, because I keep doing it!”

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Oceanside’s finest

JONI EISENSTEIN PUBLIC SERVICE WITH A SMILE WORDS: LOUIE HAYWARD PHOTO: ZACH CORDNER

If you’re cruising in Oceanside down Coast Highway, and a bright orange sign catches your eye—you aren’t alone. You can’t miss the word ATTORNEY in bold black letters. The attorney this sign refers to is none other than long time Oceanside resident, Ms. Joni Eisenstein. Upon entering her office, her warm smile and humble demeanor greet you—you’d never guess that Joni’s a criminal defense attorney spanning two decades. Her childhood and teen years were spent growing up on a small barrier island just south of Long Island, New York. After graduating high school, she completed her under graduate studies at Binghamton in upstate New York. Not content with the majors offered, Joni would ultimately write her own—“Human Social Interaction” incorporating women’s studies, sociology, psychology, and other areas of study. Around the same time, she interned as an investigator for the Broome County public defenders office. This is when Joni got her first taste in public interest. Post Binghamton, she enrolled in Washington and Lee University School of Law in Lexington, Virginia. Within the first couple years, she became VP of the student bar association and worked for several programs. One dubbed “The Alderson Project” provided legal assistance to women who were incarcerated at a Federal Prison Camp in Alderson West Virginia (the facility where Martha Stewart served her time). Another was the “Government Accountability Project” in Washington DC assisting whistle blowers who reported major health and environmental violations at large utility corporations. She recalls a case that TV show 60 Minutes covered. “A woman was retaliated against when she exposed the corporation was contaminating the drinking water. They demoted her and assigned her to scrape lead based paint. The paint consisted of asbestos, resulting in throat cancer from constant inhalation.” In 1992, she moved to San Diego. Accepting a position as a public defender in Vista, Joni relocated to Oceanside. In the midst of her career, she’d marry, birth two children (Ben and Luce), and open a restaurant—The Hill Street Cafe. In 2006, she parted ways with the public defenders office to start her own law firm. An astute defense attorney, Joni takes great pride in treating people fairly and equally. Despite her busy work schedule, raising two children, and involvement within the community—she always manages to maintain that warm smile and humble demeanor. OSIDER 16

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THE ARTS John’s latest local masterpiece, a 100 foot mural on the side of Master’s Kitchen and Cocktail on Coast Highway.

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JOHN LAMB BLAST FROM THE PAST WORDS: LOUIE HAYWARD

PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

Before websites and the Internet, there was a time when getting recognized as an artist was as difficult (if not harder than) being a part of a Hollywood movie. John Lamb has done both. An Academy Award winner, animator, painter, skateboarder, surfer, father, and longtime Oceanside resident—Mr. Lamb has kept his cool and continues to innovate. Whether he’s hosting art shows with longtime friend Dean Torrance (from the 60s rock group, Jan and Dean) or operating a scissor lift painting a 100 foot wide mural, his passion and appreciation for art still runs strong.

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John Lamb, Newport Beach, 1970.

Concept sketch for pre -production of “Tom Waits For No One.”

When did you first realize your artistic talent and what were your inspirations? It goes back way into childhood. Barely walking as toddlers, my twin brother and I grabbed crayons and started above the couch. Each of us held a line and went in the same direction. We double pin striped our entire house at eleven months old! Our parents were so cool and calm about it. They said, “The next time you want to draw, here’s a stack of paper,“ and that was when it all started. As for inspiration, Iʼd say early Disney cartoons, cars, and sunsets. The sun setting skies are always my favorite—beautiful and colorful. Every sunset is different. As for cars, my dad was a car dealer and always had cool cars and hot rods around. One of the most memorable was his 1939 two-door Mercury Sedan with red piping on white upholstery. Unfortunately, it was stolen the day after Easter in 1956 when this photo was taken. Never seen one like it since! Besides your passion for art and animation, you’re deep rooted in skateboard and surf culture. How do these two sports play into your art? In the art of animation, I drew what I knew best—skateboarding and surfing. It was natural for me to take the motion of each and translate that into animation. In skateboarding, I was able to do this by animating the title sequence for the skateboard movie Spinninʼ Wheels (1975). The character inspiration for this cartoon leaned on Bruce Logan and Jay Adams. The soundtrack was by Corky Carroll. Secret Spot (1974) was actually my first animated film. The inspiration was a surf fantasy that I carried in my head. The aerial in Secret Spot predated the actual maneuver by at least ten years. I did that film during my last semester at Cal State Fullerton for my senior project. It was this film that I taught myself animation. The film got me an “A” in my animation class. Ironically, the administration screwed up and it didn’t make it on my transcript. I never got credit for the class, which resulted in me not getting my BA! Classic! So you never got your Bachelors but that didn’t slow you down. You won Academy Award in 1980 at 27 years old. What was the award for and what did this mean for your career? The award was in the Scientific and Technical Achievement category for Animation. A company I co-founded, Lyon Lamb, was recognized for a video animation system we invented which recorded animation single frame onto videotape. Basically, it was a video pencil test system for pre checking animation before committing to final production. The only way to do this prior to our system was by film, took three to five days, and $300.00 minimum per test. Our system was on videotape and gave immediate results. In regard to my career, this was ground breaking. The biggest film companies in the industry used the Lyon Lamb Video Animation System, including Disney, Sony, Hanna Barbera, OSIDER 20

Universal, Ralph Bakshi, and also George Lucas (who used it for The Empire Strikes Back). Prior to the Academy Award, you co-produced, directed, and designed a short animated music video with Tom Waits utilizing this very system. What was the inspiration for this video? Along the way, we invented the video rotoscope. Max Fleischer—creator of Popeye and Betty Boop—invented Rotoscoping in 1915. Rotoscoping is a process where you film live action, then trace it back, frame by frame into animation. Ours was a video version of Maxʼs film rotoscope. We decided to make a short film to prove the viability of our video rotoscope and needed a subject. I had previously seen Tom Waits at the Roxy and was blown away at his caricatured persona. To me, it was performance art and I knew immediately that he’d be the perfect subject for our short music video. A call was made to his management and they agreed to do our cartoon with us. Once we secured Tom, we created a storyboard, built the set, and put together the live action shoot. We used 5 cameras—two high, two low, and one hand held. Then we edited down 13 hours of footage into a five and a half minute live action film and traced it into animation. The entire process took about year. So once this cartoon was complete did it premiere and what was the response? It premiered at the Hollywood Film and Video Festival in 1980. The video took first place, and the response overwhelming. However, as quickly as it was released, it slipped into obscurity. In 2006 with the advent of YouTube, the film has gone silently viral. So with this film going viral what does this mean and what has happened since? This year happens to mark the 35th anniversary of the first showing of Tom Waits For No One. In celebration, we are gathering up the original artists and having a gallery opening at the original stage in Hollywood (where we shot the live action) that’ll premiere all the original elements from the production of this film. Included at this event will be neverbefore-seen live action footage, pencil tests, and the framed art used to make this film.

“As for inspirations—early Disney cartoons, cars, and sunsets inspire me.” Outside of your art career, what are some highlights of your personal life? Without a doubt raising my three kids Garret Elvis, Austin Martin, and Gabby Alan. All three of their careers seem to reflect segments of my life and I’m very proud of that. Both of my boys are big wave riders that share my love of surfing and skating. Garret is an accomplished filmmaker and cinematographer in Los Angeles, and Austin manages web design for Intuit in San Diego, while Gabby is an amazing artist and aspiring actress in Hollywood. As for me, I’m painting my largest mural to date on the south wall of Masters Restaurant in Oceanside (100 feet wide by 28 feet tall), and producing a soon to be released scrap book for the March opening and gallery event for Tom Waits For No One. I’m setting up a Kick Starter campaign for this event, which will launch at the end of September and will be one heck of a show. I hope to see you there! For more info on John Lamb, Google search “johnlamb/producer.” OSIDER 21

HIDDEN GEMS

Far Left: Owner Pablo Ramirez and his helpful staff. Left: The Chamango is a mango lover’s dream. Below: Ocean Rainbow’s wide selection of flavors for their paletas is unbelievable.

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PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

Tucked away in the mid-valley crossroads of Mission and El Camino right in front of the post office you’ll find Ocean Rainbow Ice Cream, and it’s an absolute paradise for your palate! The Ramirez family founded their first ice cream store in Mexico City during the 1980s under the name La Mixteca. In the early 1990s, the family immigrated to Chicago, Illinois, but it wasn’t until they settled in Vista that they decided to share their traditional way of making delectable all natural ice creams and sorbets brimming with fresh fruit and scrumptiously unique flavors in North County. Ocean Rainbow was established in 2007, and is the only location that differs from the family brand, La Mixteca, When asked why, the owner, Pablo Ramirez, shared that it was to help expand their market to a broader public and being in Oceanside it made perfect sense. The Vista location acts as their headquarters—where every delicious product sold is hand-made from all natural ingredients and then delivered to other locations in Oceanside, San Marcos, Escondido, and National City on a daily basis to ensure freshness. It’s this attention to detail and real love of quality that makes this ice cream stand out amongst the rest. Unique flavors such as Burned Milk and Rice and Cheese are excellent and worth tasting for yourself and you can’t go wrong with the greatest cookies ‘n’ cream you will ever taste! However, they’re so much more than your typical ice cream shop—they make and sell their own paletas or popsicles, they also serve sorbet in refreshing flavors like mango chili, tamarindo, guava, nance fruit, and mouthwatering chamoy—a sweet sour tamarind sauce. The guava sorbet is so chock full of guava chunks it instantly brightens up your day. I’m completely in love with the Chamango which OSIDER 22

consists of four scoops of ice cream or sorbet of your choice, but I always get mango, mango chili, and chamoy sorbets then stacked high with mango spears then covered in lime juice, chili powder, Valentina hot sauce, and sweet chamoy sauce. You’re constantly dancing between sweet, sour, and spiciness that’s bursting with flavor in every bite that it whisks you away to paradise. They’re known for their yummy ice cream, but their Mexican specialty treats are remarkable. A local favorite is their Tostiloco—a milehigh pile of amazing things starting with Tostito chips then layered with Cueritos (marinated pork skin), cucumber, jicama, mango, Japanese peanuts, lime salt chili, and chamoy. The Bionico is a healthier alternative made with papaya, banana, strawberry, pineapple, granola, and cottage cheese topped with shaved coconut—it’s absolutely fabulous and almost totally guilt free! Ocean Rainbow is a cute one-of-a-kind familyowned ice cream shop. One taste of the delicious fruits of their labor will make that drive to the mid-valley totally worth it!

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SUNSET THE HEART OF THE CITY ON THURSDAY NIGHTS WORDS: ELIZABETH SCHWARTZE PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

Oceanside offers its most exciting and eclectic year-round attraction on Thursday nights from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the intersection of Pier View Way and Tremont Street. Sunset Market is the place to be on Thursday nights when downtown Oceanside comes alive. The streets are closed down to make way for live music, an international food court, certified farmer’s market, and arts and crafts fair. Founded in 2007, Sunset Market breathes new life into the streets of downtown Oceanside and offers a much needed community meeting place for both locals and visitors. The market has helped revitalize downtown by attracting approximately 320,000 people annually to downtown Oceanside. The variety of vendors and local businesses are largely responsible for the success of the Sunset Market. Read on to learn more about three very unique (and highly popular) vendors you’ll find on any given Thursday night. OSIDER 24

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THE THAI BURGER COMPANY The husband and wife team of Pari and Pang Thitathan are a Sunset Market success story. They’re the creators of The Thai Burger Company. The Oceanside residents sell their mouthwatering food to pay for their education at Mira Costa College, where Pari also works as a math tutor. The Thai Burger was created using ingredients from Pari’s favorite childhood dish, and adapted it to American tastes—a burger, of course! After a few attempts at other farmer’s markets, it wasn’t until Sunset Market that Pari and Pang found a happy home for the original Thai Burger. Pari is grateful for all the support: “We wouldn’t be where we are today if it wasn’t for the Sunset Market and all of its good people working for Main Street Oceanside (managers of Sunset Market). Featured in one of the busiest street fairs in California, we got the chance we’ve been waiting for to be in a spotlighted market.”

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LEROY’S SWEET POTATO SHACK Leroy’s Sweet Potato Shack often has a line as long as his list of repeat customers. Bryan Moore named his business after his mentor— Leroy Bolden—who taught him how to make his delicious cakes, cobblers, cookies, pies, and cheesecakes. An Oceanside resident (he also owns a storefront in Oceanside), working Sunset Market is great for business and he’s glad to do it. “We look forward to the market on a weekly basis. The customers make it a great place to work. Can’t beat it!” said Bryan. His goal is to continue serving delectable desserts to loyal customers at Sunset Market and to partner with local eateries so customers can find his Sweet Potato Shack desserts throughout Oceanside.

All three vendors interviewed agreed that the diverse and loyal groups of customers who visit them weekly are what keep them willingly selling their products at Oceanside’s Sunset Market. The Sunset Market is the heart of the city on Thursday nights, so visit the market and fall in love with downtown Oceanside!

THE ORCHID LADY Take a moment to speak with Victoria Monroe, affectionately known as “The Orchid Lady,” and she will share her love of orchids with you—and her passion is contagious. A native of Taiwan, Vicki was considering her health, retirement, and a way to unwind, when growing orchids started as a “hobby” job. Ten years later, her “hobby” has grown into a profitable wholesale venture. Vicki sells at Sunset Market because it’s a chance to connect with her customers, and it’s also great marketing. Visitors and customers return for orchid care advice and know they’re getting the best price, service, and the freshest orchids—her pride in ownership is reflected in every one of her orchids. OSIDER 27

PHOTOGRAPHER HANS MOLENKAMP

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“Winter 2011 after a storm. I wanted to take a photo from a lower perspective to give a different view of the portal to the Oceanside Pier.”

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You couldn’t find someone more proud of his hometown than photographer and “South O” native son Hans Molenkamp. Mastering his lens for well over 20 years, Hans is a true renaissance man—he’s also the Global Marketing Director of Osiris Shoes, Combat Manager for Monster Energy Drink, and President/Founder of Triumph United MMA clothing brand. You also wouldn’t want to take him on in the ring, either. A man of many fine talents, Hans’ images speak volumes. Make sure to check out his website, DIGITALNAPALM.COM, to see his amazing images of Oceanside and beyond. OSIDER 29

Top: “Nato Bardeen is the lead singer of the Oceanside based band, The Drowning Men. A remarkable singer and craftsman, Nato’s a lifelong Oceanside resident and friend.” Right: “End of summer Tyson Street, 2013. Just as the summer was wrapping up, I grabbed this capture—stoked on the warm colors from the exposure.”

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“Jay Adams, 2014 Prince Park. I’ve worked with Jay for the last 12 years with our Osiris shoes projects. Truly a remarkable human, he can be credited for the birth of modern day skateboarding. After this photo was taken, Jay headed down on a surf trip to Puerto Escondido and tragically passed away. RIP JAY ADAMS .”

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Far left: “The Belly of the Oceanside Pier. Winter, 2010.” “The iconic Cassidy Street Bridge. Shot in 2012 on an early fall morning.” “Jason Betz, owner of Frontline Tattoo. I’ve known Jason for over 20 years and went to El Camino High School with him. He’s hands down one of the best and hardest working tattoo artists in the business.”

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performing arts, and culinary, TERI stands alone in the expanse and quality of lifespan services for children and adults with autism and other special needs. The structure and value of these services are so specialized that TERI programs have been studied and emulated on State and Federal levels. The organization was founded by Cheryl Kilmer in 1980 as a rescue mission to save individuals from the horrible conditions and treatment they were receiving at institutions. From just one residential group home, to 34 years later serving hundreds of families and creating national standards of excellence, OSIDER 35

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To watch students with significant challenges progress to the point that they are making significant contributions to our society, and are happy and living full lives...I can’t think of anything that compares.”

it is safe to say Cheryl Kilmer is transforming this industry. In all her success, Kilmer still humbly admits, “The work that we do is not as much our gift to others as it is a gift to us. To watch students with significant challenges progress to the point that they are making significant contributions to our society, and are happy and living full lives…I can’t think of anything that compares.” The organization’s largest campaign to date started with a vision of a college like campus for individuals with special needs. Being the first of its kind, the opportunities at the 20 acre “Campus of Life,” include vocational certification programs, culinary school, 6.5 acres of organic farming, and a junior Olympic sized swimming pool, to name a few. “Our vision is to create a campus that supports, nurtures and transforms our students, a place that our students can call ‘home.’ Our campus will become the model for our industry using the latest technology and highest quality of programs.” The Campus of Life is located on Deer Springs Road in San Marcos. With the therapeutic equestrian center already constructed, TERI is currently seeking additional funding to complete the project. “We are very close to seeing the vision become a reality,” states Kilmer. “We have raised $20 million thus far and have a goal of $20 million for completion. We have invested over 12 million in the site so far, with a $6.3 million commitment as a gift in kind, recently committed from several branches of our US military.” TERI’s goal to complete the campus by 2017 will be achievable with support from philanthropic individuals, corporations, in kind donations, foundation gifts, and most of all raising awareness for the project. To raise awareness and help with fundraising efforts, TERI is hosting an event in partnership with the Palomar Symphony Orchestra and Ron Suskind, a Pulitzer Prize winning author famous for his use of Disney to communicate with his son with autism. The event is billed as both educational and entertaining and is scheduled for October 17th at 7:30PM at the Center for the Arts, Escondido. Ron’s bestselling book, “Life Animated,” is the true story about his son Owen who was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. Ron will speak about the journey their family took, and how Disney movies were a significant tool utilized in connecting with their son. His touching story about the 1st time Owen spoke after years of silence will not leave a dry eye in the house. The event is titled “Building Bridges” signifying how both TERI and Ron are building bridges into the minds of children and adults with special needs. Also featured will be the “Palomar Symphony Orchestra” performing a series of Disney songs. The show will close out with… well, all Cheryl gave us was “We have a very special event planned as our closing act, something that is bound to move, inspire and touch the lives of everyone in attendance. OSIDER 37

Learn more about TERI’s schools or programs visit www.teriinc.org Purchase tickets for “Building Bridges” http://artcenter.org/event/building-bridges-ron-suskind/ Further questions feel free to contact Michelle Spacciapolli at michelles@teriinc.org

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COMMUNITY

NORTH COUNTY LGBTQ RESOURCE CENTER WORDS: PROMISE YEE

PHOTO: ZACH CORDNER

A drive by the rainbow flags and bustling activity of North County LGBTQ Resource Center validates that the center is a perfect community fit to serve North County lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender individuals, and their families. Efforts to establish the brick and mortar center on North Coast Highway took years, and the persistence and diligence of Max Disposti—North County LGBTQ Resource Center executive director. Disposti said the need to have a resource center in North County was apparent. He also saw community support needed to be established in order for the center to be successful. As a first step, the North County LGBT Coalition was formed. The volunteer group (headed by Disposti) took on tireless com munity outreach and education efforts. Connections were made with city council members, police, schools, businesses, and nonprofits. Outreach efforts debunked stereotypes about the LGBT community, and also helped community leaders and residents understand LGBT struggles. The focus was put on supporting healthy LGBT families, and taken

off curiosity about personal sexual pre ferences. “We were creating a conversation,” Disposti said. “It was a lot of work breaking down barriers.” Bigger statewide conversations were simultaneously being held about Proposition 8, and lesbian and gay civil rights. “In 2008, the conversation was about California marr iage equality,” Disposti said. “North San Diego County was not a place LGBT families could go to be totally represented. The coalition found itself busy right away.” The umbrella of civil rights helped many people understand and support the concerns of the LGBT community. The first annual Pride at the Beach cele bration was held at the Oceanside Pier in 2008. The annual event celebrates LGBT families and provides information on community re sources and LGBT friendly businesses. This October, the sixth annual Pride event will be held downtown and will be officially supported by the city. “It shows the diversity of our city supporting LGBT families,” Disposti said. “The Pride event creates community.” Other major markers of acceptance are the resource center opening its doors in 2011,

From left to right: Pride Director Shannon Rose, Executive Director Max Disposti, and Administrative Assistant Linda Johnson

and Disposti being awarded the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award for his efforts in 2013. “I have received many awards—this one was closet to my heart,” Disposti said. “It was not by a LGBT organ ization, it was by my own city—the City of Oceanside. They finally recognized the important work of the LGBT community.” Disposti said Oceanside and surrounding North County cities are realizing the positive social and economic impacts of supporting the LGBT community. He also added there are still many challenges ahead. “The perception of discrimination is not felt, unless you see what people are going through,” Disposti said. Support groups and social clubs are held at the North County LGBTQ Resource Center, and on high school and college campuses. Shame and fear are finally being replaced by support and belonging.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR

SEPTEMBER 2014 SUNDAY

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Labor Day 85th Annual Labor Day Pier Swim @ 7:30am

WEDNESDAY Summer Youth Clash Junior Pro @ North Harbor Jetty

FRIDAY Anti-Analogy Opening Reception @ HSCC gallery 6-9pm First Friday Art Walk Oceanside @ Artists Alley 6-9pm

Patriot Day

The 18th Annual Surf For The Sea @ North Harbor Jetty

6 Taste of Oceanside @ Downtown 12-4pm

Sunset Market 5-9pm

The 18th Annual Surf For The Sea @ North Harbor Jetty

SATURDAY Dive Day Club @ Harrah’s 12pm

Dive Day Club @ Harrah’s 12pm

Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm

Free Admission @ OMA

Back To School Night @ OHS 4-9pm

10 View & Brew @ Mission Bar and Grill 7-10pm

1st & Dive @ Harrah’s 10am Lights Out Jazz At The Beach @ Pier Amphitheater 3-7pm

Sunset Market 5-9pm Summer Youth Clash Junior Pro @ North Harbor Jetty

1st & Dive @ Harrah’s 10am

THURSDAY Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm

1st & Dive @ Harrah’s 10am

11 Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm

Gary Clark Jr. @ Harrah’s 9pm

Dive Day Club @ Harrah’s 12pm

Sunset Market 5-9pm

50th Anniversary of the British Invasion @ Harrah’s 8pm

Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm

Dive Day Club @ Harrah’s 12pm

Sunset Market 5-9pm

Harbor Days 9am-6pm

Popcorn Nights @ The Oceanside Public Library 6-9pm

1st & Dive @ Harrah’s 10am

Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm

Harbor Days 9am-6pm

Sunset Market 5-9pm

OCTOBER 2014 SUNDAY

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm Sunset Market 5-9pm

FRIDAY Yom Kippur First Friday Art Walk Oceanside @ Artists Alley 6-9pm Blondie @ Harrah’s 9pm

1 Billiards International @ Harrah’s

Hendrix Experience @ Harrah’s 8pm

Walk To End Alzheimer’s @ Pier Amphitheater 4-6pm

4 Pride By The Beach @ Pier View Way/Ditmar 11am

Artist Alley Bazaar @ Artists Alley 5-8pm Oceanside Senior Expo @ Civic Center Plaza 9am

SATURDAY Get the Led Out @ Harrah’s 8pm

11 Hoses & Heroes @ Harrah’s 10-4pm.

Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm Sunset Market 5-9pm

Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm

18 Battle of the Bras @ Harrah’s 1:45-11pm

Sunset Market 5-9pm

Life Time Oceanside Triathlon @ 6:45am12pm

Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm

Halloween

Dia De Los Muertos Festival @ Mission San Luis Rey 10:00am- 5:00pm

Popcorn Night @ The Oceanside Public Library 7-9pm

Sunset Market 5-9pm

Halloween Haunted House & Festival @ Crown Heights Resource Center 5-8pm

Halloween Bash @ Harrah’s

Dia De Los Muertos at The Old Mission

OCEANSIDE CELEBRATES “THE DAY OF THE DEAD” WORDS: AARON SCHMIDT PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

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A friar blesses the lowriders at the festival in 2013.

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“The Franciscan Friars are especially happy to host Dia De Los Muertos at Old Mission San Luis Rey because it enables the entire community to enjoy a multi-cultural event steeped in tradition.” Every year around Halloween, in the last weekend of October, a very special all-day celebration takes place at Mission San Luis Rey. The event is called Dia De Los Muertos or “The Day Of The Dead.” It’s traditionally a Mexican holiday that’s rich with deep history—it crosses all borders, culturally, as it’s mainly a celebration of life and death that speaks to everyone who’s recently lost someone. In its sixth year at Mission San Luis Rey, the Dia De Los Muertos festival began 14 years ago as a small celebration with an earnest crowd at the Civic Center in downtown Oceanside to becoming one of the largest festivals in North County with over 25,000 people attending each year. “The Franciscan Friars are especially happy to host Dia De Los Muertos at Old Mission San Luis Rey because it enables the entire community to enjoy a

multi-cultural event steeped in tradition,“ said Fr. David Gaa, Executive Director and Pastor at Mission San Luis Rey, in regards to hosting the festival and it’s effect on the local community. Families from all around can enjoy the free festivities that include carnival rides, a classic car show showcasing trunk altars put on by the Por Siempre Car Club, altar displays, varieties of craft activities, and the Catrina Court contest where men and women of all ages can dress up with painted faces in honor of the dead. With over 90 different food vendors featured at DDLM, be sure to check out all the diverse varieties of authentic food culture and tastes onhand at the event. The community of Oceanside is truly blessed to have such an amazing festival each year.

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HOMEGROWN

JOE BETANCOURT WORDS: JAMEY STONE

PHOTO: BROOKS FRITZ

Oceanside is full of amazing people who give back to our city in many different ways and Joe Betancourt is a perfect example of just that. Born in Oceanside in 1953, Joe has been working for the City Of Oceanside for 35 years in the Public Services and Maintenance department—keeping our most precious resource spotless. Every morning, you’ll find Joe on the sand machine cleaning up the beaches from the Harbor to the Pier and all the way to Buccaneer Beach. And he’s been doing it with a smile on his face since day one. I first met Joe when I was a young surfer. He was always at the beach

“Without people like Joe, Oceanside wouldn’t be the special place that we all choose to live and raise our families.” cleaning up at first light, and that instilled in all of us kids to take pride in our beaches and city—a lesson that’s been carried on to my children with great pride. Without people like Joe, Oceanside wouldn’t be the special place that we all choose to live and raise our families. Joe retires this year and plans to spend quality time with his wife, four kids, 15 grand children, and four great grand children. Family’s the most important thing in his life along with his belief in god. He’s very involved in his church and plays the bass guitar on the worship team. So if you see Joe around town, take the time to thank him for keeping Oceanside beautiful for the last 35 years. Thank you, Joe. OSIDER 46

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OCEANSIDE JIU JITSU

Left to right: Black Belt Professor Brendan Guccione, Professor Nathanael Soli, and Black Belt Coach Jacky Juarez.

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In a sea of options to stay fit, it can be tricky to choose the type of fitness to best accommodate your personal needs. A few months back, I met Nat and the guys at Oside Jiu Jitsu. For weeks, we talked about getting in shape and what my personal goals were. Nat listened to where I wanted to be, and before you know it—I was in his class learning the art of Jiu Jitsu. I can honestly say that this has been the best training I’ve ever done. The mental aspect keeps it fresh, and the results show quickly. I recently sat down with Nat to shed some light on what Oside Jiu Jitsu is all about. Who knows? Maybe I’ll see you in the next class! What year did you start your business? In 2009, we were just group of guys meeting up to train. I believe we decided to make it a “business” in 2010, so we formed Oceanside Jiu Jitsu L.L.C. Who trained and taught you the discipline of Jiu Jitsu? My Professor, or “teacher” in Portuguese is Saulo Ribeiro. Saulo is a student of Royler Gracie who is the son of Grandmaster Helio Gracie (founder of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu). I was also trained by Saulo’s brother, Xande Ribeiro. Together, the Ribeiro Brothers are known as the two of the greatest competitors of all time. Tell me about the Lil’ Samurai program and what the kids gain from participation. We have an awesome group of kids! The primary focus of our Lil’ Samurai Program is to teach the kids discipline, sportsmanship, and self-defense. However, the benefits go so far beyond that—body awareness, fitness, confidence, health, and happiness are just a few of the reasons kids should train Jiu Jitsu, or any martial arts for that matter. Our program will give your child a strong base in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, as well as Judo, and self-defense. “Bully-proof “ would be an understatement.

What makes your place different than other MMA-type places in North County?   I’m a specialist. I teach the Art of Jiu Jitsu and I’m part of a team. My teammates are on the mat helping each other every day. Our academy is a place of learning. And, it’s pretty hard to learn when some guy is punching you in the face. We have a clean, familyfriendly atmosphere—a place where kids, teens, men, and women can all feel comfortable learning the “Gentle Art.” Any plans for the future? Keep doing what we’re doing—growing the business and our team. Empowering the people of Oceanside through Jiu Jitsu.

Oceanside Jiu Jitsu 1833 Oceanside Boulevard Suite C Oceanside, CA 92054 (760) 547-4087 OCEANSIDEJIUJITSU.COM OSIDER 49

MOST HAUNTED PLACES IN OCEANSIDE Every city or town has a ghost story or even a notorious tale or two. Oceanside is no exception, and who knows what chains we’ll rattle as we bring to light ten eerie tales from the past. BY KRISTI HAWTHORNE

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PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

SAN LUIS REY PIONEER CEMETERY One of the oldest cemeteries in San Diego County is the resting place for a murderer. James Murray killed Charles C. Wilson in cold blood on the streets of Oceanside in 1889. Murray escaped but was later captured and died in jail while awaiting trial. He was buried inconspicuously in the cemetery near relatives. Over the years, this historic hilltop cemetery has been the victim of vandals and “would-be” grave robbers. However, the hard clay dirt makes it nearly impossible for anyone to dig more than a foot or two. Most would agree—it’s best to let the dead rest in peace. Residents have claimed to have seen orbs floating above the cemetery. OSIDER 51

The dead don’t rest in peace at the Hunter Steakhouse. In the 1880s, the Buena Vista Cemetery was established and it’s believed that nearly 50 or more pioneers were buried there between 1885 and 1916. Notable pioneers include John Henry Myers, the brother of Oceanside’s Founder Andrew Jackson Myers, and Charles C. Wilson—the first law enforcement officer to be killed in the line of duty in 1889. In 1969, to make way for development, 17 graves were disinterred and removed to another location. However, that left several dozen still remaining. During grading of the property several remains were found and construction temporary halted. One of the local men on site recalls finding an intact casket with a lead glass “window” on the casket revealing a woman. Spooked, at least one worker quit, as he was so unnerved. Although there were few headstones remaining at the cemetery, they were not moved but unceremoniously buried near the onramp to Highway 78 from Interstate 5. Even as late as the 1990s, five additional sets of remains were uncovered and reburied at a local cemetery. Over the years, employees have experienced their names being called while alone in the restaurant. Loud noises, lights flickering, and rattling bottles (along with unexplained cold spots) send a chill up their spines! Paranormal groups have investigated and conclude this is one of the most haunted places in San Diego County!

THE HUNTER STEAKHOUSE

STAR THEATER In the darkness of a movie theater, most people usually settle down to enjoy a movie, some popcorn, and candy—maybe even a thrill or two. At the Star Theater, however, the darkness is not always entertaining. Several people have experienced “unnerving happenings,” including appliances turning off and on by themselves. Sound echoes from the stage when no one else is there—all have been more than a little spooky. Perhaps ghostly beings are putting on a performance of their own.

MISSION SAN LUIS REY If you walk through the grounds of the historic Mission San Luis Rey keep your eyes open in the sunken gardens. Locals have seen mysterious apparitions in the Lavanderia and gardens—including a ghostlike figure with a large brimmed hat. Perhaps it’s the troubled spirit of Benedict Slickum who accidently shot and killed a young boy in 1929. Shooting at birds that were after the Mission’s beehives, Slickum fired a 22-caliber rifle to scare them away. The bullet ricocheted, hit the little boy, and killed him—he was over 200 yards away.

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HILL STREET CAFÉ The Hill Street café on South Coast Highway is one of the early Victorian homes built in Oceanside in the 1880s. Owned by the Weitzel family, the home was moved from its original location in the 1980s. Perhaps that can explain the eerie events experienced there. Owner Dan Callaway remembers that when he first purchased the house that “loud unexplained noises” could be heard that were unsettling. Furniture was inexplicably moved along with artwork on the walls when the café would reopen in the mornings. Mediums were called and confirmed that ”energy” existed in the house. Dan spent a few nights there with the intention to let the ghostly inhabitants know that he was there to “take care of the house “and since then the Hill Street Café has been peaceful.

MISSION SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER Little do present-day shoppers know that somewhere under the Mission Square Shopping Center lies the body of Col. Daniel H. Horne. Horne came to Oceanside in the mid 1880s, and with a view of the beautiful Pacific Ocean—he built a palatial home on the street that bears his name overlooking the growing town of Oceanside. He was elected and served as the President of the City Trustees in 1888, and in today’s terminology—the first Mayor of Oceanside. In 1894, Col. Horne died and the local newspaper noted that he would be laid to rest on his property. His home stood on the property for another half century until it was dismantled and moved. However, in all probability Col. Horne remained where he was buried. Does the ghost of Horne still linger there?

SAN LUIS REY RIVER BRIDGE

Over the years, there have been stories shared about ghostly images under the bridge of the San Luis Rey River. The river has its share of secrets over the course of its ancient history. Over the last 100 years or more, the river has been a “watery” grave for many people traveling through Rancho Santa Margarita into town. In the early days, there was no lighting at night and the approach to the bridge was said to have been a difficult one. Drivers often failed to negotiate the bridge and ended up over the steep riverbanks—not to be discovered until daylight. The road north of the river was called “Slaughter Alley” because of the amount of deadly traffic accidents that occurred—all attributed to drunk drivers or people falling asleep at the wheel.

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CLEVELAND STREET HOUSE A house on North Cleveland Street near downtown Oceanside has a reputation for being haunted. Built in 1909, it was originally the home and photography studio of M. R. Baird. Coincidentally, another photographer by the name of Leroy “Senator” Ward lived in the house in the 1940s. His photo studio was located just around the corner from his home at 404 Third Street (now Pier View Way). “Senator” Ward, as he was commonly called, fell or likely jumped from the Oceanside pier one early morning. His body was found later near the DelMar Boat Basin at Camp Pendleton. In the 1990s, a tenant of the North Cleveland Street house contacted the Oceanside Historical Society—he was concerned about supernatural activity, and was looking for information about the history of its early residents. Shadowy figures of a fisherman appeared and a mysterious glow was observed near the doorways.

The brick hotel at 322 North Cleveland Street is one of the most historic in all of downtown Oceanside and has its own notorious past. Built in 1885 by Theodore Bunker, the building was used as a boarding house over the decades. By the 1940s, it was a seedy place, and while not used as brothel—it was well known for the choice of “ladies of the evening” and their clientele. In 1976, the owner of the building was found murdered and it remained vacant for over a decade. The building has been beautifully restored and is now the home of the Apotheque Spa. However, the past still echoes up around the staircase and in the boarding rooms above.

EL CAMINO HIGH SCHOOL

Rumors abound and stories are whispered about the haunting of one of Oceanside’s high schools. At El Camino High School there have been disturbing sightings of an image of a student hanging from a tree. Although it’s disputed that the suicide was an actual event—stories abound of a “wispy face” seen from one of the windows of the school. OSIDER 53

DINING: COASTAL

LTH & KITCHEN LOCAL TAP HOUSE AND MUCH MORE WORDS & PHOTOS: NEENS

Below from left to right: Chef Daniel Pundik and owner Gabe Hogan.

You won’t miss eating meat with the house made Quinoa Burger.

The word “local’ has become an increasingly popular buzz word in recent years. Many restaurant names sit on a supporting cast of taglines and sub-titles such as local, sustainable, and farm-totable—all with the intention of communicating that their product is as “fresh” as fresh can be. In the case of LTH & Kitchen (or Local Tap House), this “L” word is not a supporting figure—it’s the star of the show. Here’s why: Local is the staff they hire, in the produce they order, and in the meats they source. With a selection of beer that’ll impress any craft beer snob in San Diego County, local reigns majority over the 32 tap handles that decorate the wall behind the bar. Even all the furniture is repurposed from materials found locally. North County San Diego born and raised, Gabe Hogan (owner), is a passionate restaurateur who calls Oceanside the “Last Great Surfing Frontier.” He feels Oceanside is not yet over developed and still maintains it’s coastal character made up of surfers, skaters, and residents from all over the United States. So Hogan set out to create a bar-like atmosphere with chef-inspired cuisine that would be a gathering place for Oceanside’s active and creative lifestyle to thrive. Chef Daniel Pundik, a Florida native who matches Hogan’s passion for fresh food in a comfortable setting, is the captain of this kitchen. Daniel has put LTH on the foodie map with dishes like Kentucky Fried Calamari, Valdivia Farms Fried Green Tomatoes (Compart Duroc pork belly, Chipotle Beer Cheese, Onion Marmalade, and local baby greens to name a few) and their House Made Quinoa Burger (Avocado, Onion Marmalade, Blue Cheese, Wild Arugula, and Roasted Garlic Aioli on a soft pretzel bun). “We are very thankful for any customer that walks in this door. We treat every patron as if this is their only night out and they chose to be here. Chef Daniel and I are here all the time, working with the staff to make sure that everyone’s experience is a quality one,” says Hogan. For fresh meals made from scratch, an extensive beer selection, and a laid back bar vibe with an ocean breeze—ride your bike down to LTH & Kitchen and enjoy some quality meals on a Sunday afternoon. OSIDER 54

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DINING: VALLEY

KILLER PIZZA FROM MARS SCI-FI PIZZA PIES TOS: BROOKS FRITZ WORDS: AARON SCHMIDT PHO

I just recently ate at Killer Pizza From Mars, or KPFM, as it’s affectionately known by locals. It’s been years since I’d eaten there, and memories of my days working at TransWorld came flooding back into my brain. We used to eat there almost every day for lunch. I was always amazed at their huge sci-fi memorabilia—especially their immense Star Wars collection of action figures and vehicles and also all the movie posters adorning the walls. The interior of the place is literally loaded with the stuff. Originally opened in the 90s, the founding father, Steve Mizell, had a vision to combine science fiction with a pizza restaurant in Oceanside. His uniquely themed pizza place succeeded and KPFM instantly became a lunchtime hotspot in the valley. With a wide array of video games to choose from, you can fill your belly while getting your pinball fix for the day. Unfortunately, Steve passed away a few years ago and now KPFM has been under new ownership since 2011. Joe Flores (son of Joe’s Credit Furniture owner Joe Flores Sr.) has taken command of the ship. His family has a huge history in Oceanside. It’s good to know that KPFM is in good hands under the helm of Joe and his family. They take pride in their city. Joe had KPFM updated with a new menu, a couple new flat screen TVs, and 25 new beers on tap. Their pizzas are super tasty and their sandwiches are off the charts. That probably explains why the place is always packed with hungry people. KPFM has been an Oceanside staple since it’s inception and will continue to be one for many eons to come. If you love amazing pizza and you also love all things sci-fi, make sure to beam yourself on down to KPFM. It’s outta this world!

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Owners/brothers, Carlsky and Carlos Quichocho.

Pork spare ribs.

Somewhere near five years ago, I was hanging out at the California Surf Museum during Sunset Market and the smell of barbecue started to fill the air. This was a great aroma because it smelled like home. It smelled like grilled meats, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and everything else that reminded me of my mama cooking in the kitchen. Was it Filipino food or Hawaiian barbecue? But then I noticed something on each plate that easily revealed what type of food I was salivating over. RED RICE. Many islands in the Pacific share ingredients, marinades, and cooking techniques, but rice colored red by achiote paste is very unique to food coming from Guahan (pronounced gwa-han), or as most of you know it—Guam. I have witnessed this Oceanside home grown eatery grow from a booth at Sunset Market, to their first “deli” like restaurant open only five days a week, to now their full-blown OSIDER 58

casual dining experience that has Oceanside and surrounding areas craving their “Island Fusion” flavors. Owners/Partners/Brothers and El Camino High alumni, Carlsky and Carlos Quichocho (along with the support of their family) have one simple goal: “We are proud of where we come from, we love to cook, and we are family oriented—we want to share all of that with our customers. Come and eat, hang out, enjoy the Reggae vibes, and talk story with us. We want you to feel at home here.” If you are new to Chamorro food, Carlsky advises that you order his fave— the Guahan Special. It’s because it’s a sampler of sorts that comes with Chicken Kelaguen, and my personal favorite—the pork spare ribs. Other tasty Island Fusion menu items are their Ahi Poke and Chamorro Fried Rice with Portuguese Sausage. For those of you that are Guam homesick, their Kadun Pika (a

spicy chicken dish simmered in coconut milk) is definitely the cure. These Oceanside brothers worked hard to build their business one plate at a time, purely driven by their passion to bring people together through food. But they have also brought to this town one of only a handful of Chamorro restaurants in all of Southern California, and we are honored to have them. If you want to have a very unique and new dining experience, head east on Oceanside Boulevard. Oh, and tell them The Osider sent ya!

Guahan Grill 4259 Oceanside Boulevard #104 (760) 806-4826 GUAHANGRILL.COM

LOCAL RETAILER

CAPTAIN’S HELM WORDS: ERIC KLIER PHOTOS: ANTHONY DONEZ

The captain himself, Mitch Abshere.

A welcome addition to the plethora of check cashing stores, laundromats, and car dealerships on coast highway, the Captain’s Helm brings an array of vintage items, music, delicious coffee, and a great sense of community spirit to South Oceanside. The Captain’s Helm opened it’s doors in 2009, but if you really want to know about the store you must first get to know the owner, Mitch Abshere. At 12 years old, Mitch found himself sponsored by legendary Oceanside shaper Donald Takayama. While working for the world champion and innovator of the sport, Mitch fed off their joint enthusiasms for the ocean and all of the dynamics of surfing. He started shaping old fins and putting his own graphics and designs on them. This led to starting his company Captain Fin in 2006. But a successful fin company was just the start for Mitch, he always wanted a retail store and somewhere for his friends to hang out. Wanting to promote the community, he opened the Captain’s Helm in 2009. A new, vintage, and resale store located in the hub of south coast highway—the Captain’s Helm is a unique shop where, for a reasonable price, you can walk away with a custom motorcycle helmet, a Rolling Stones record, a wetsuit, and a great cappuccino from the coffee cart out front! Run by good friends and locals Jen and Ted

Stoddard, Captain’s Grounds Coffee offers delicious coffee as well as pastries, smoothies, and more. This eclectic super store surely has something for everyone. As a professional surfer, Mitch has done collaborations with his sponsor, Vans shoes. They’ve made custom trunks and fins, which are available at his store and online. Juggling work as a pro surfer, owning two retail stores (one in Oceanside and one in Tokyo) children and marriage, Mitch confesses he couldn’t do it all if it wasn’t for his friends and his amazing manager, Tara. There’re just too many good things going on at the Captain’s Helm to fit into one article. So I suggest you make a visit soon. Even if you just get a cup of coffee from the friendly staff at Captain’s Grounds and flip through some old vinyl, or if you just want to check out some awesome vintage clothes—you’re sure to have an enjoyable Oceanside experience and probably walk away with a few new friends and a new outfit from one of the coolest shops on the coast. Captain’s Helm 1832 South Coast Highway Oceanside, CA 92054 (760) 721-1004 CAPTAINSHELM.COM OSIDER 59

“The name Master’s came from the original business that built this building in 1938. It was known as Master’s Automotive and Machine Shop. At the time it was the only auto parts store in North County San Diego. In the early 50’s they combined the shop and became Drag Master’s which is still in business to this day. We thought it would be cool to bring back the old name and pay homage to the original Master’s Crew.” --- The Master’s Crew

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CHEF CHRISTOPHER GALLO

Masters KITCHEN & COCKTAIL 208 South Coast Highway Oceanside, CA 92054 (760) 231-6278 Hours: Monday 3pm - Close Tuesday – Sunday 11am – Midnight MASTERSOCEANSIDE.COM

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LOCAL RETAILER

SUGAR PLUM KIDZ WORDS: ALICIA STONE PHOTOS: ZACH CORDNER

Baylee Negrete and Owner Jennifer Mahmoudi

Oceanside residents since 2001, Jennifer and Ramin Mahmoudi created the Sugar Plum Kidz resale shop in 2012 out of necessity. Blessed with twin baby girls five years ago, the married couple quickly realized a need for quality children’s clothes and accessories without the high cost of purchasing everything new and replacing sizes every month or so. Thinking they couldn’t be alone in their need for affordable clothing that gets used for such a short time—they found a great location, decided on a “green” philosophy, and opened their doors to our community. Having designed the store themselves (complete with “recycled” display racks), the owners want their customers to experience the boutique without the “boutique” prices. They buy and sell brands of all sizes and carry a large selection of clothing, diaper bags, bouncers, strollers, high chairs, books, and toys. While running the storefront, Jennifer tested the width of joggers (to ensure they can navigate standard store aisles) and she also measured the height of their racks so everyone can easily reach the top shelves. Also, realizing our climate, they buy and sell “all seasons” year round—aspects you wouldn’t find while shopping at the large corporate stores. Sugar Plum Kidz is proud to participate in Oceanside’s annual Earth Day celebration and have donated gift cards to local fundraisers, as well as regularly donating all of their unsellable merchandise to San Diego County Health And Human Services. They proudly offer military families a ten-percent discount. When asked about the future of Oceanside, Jennifer proudly said,” We are excited to see downtown continuing to grow and thrive. Oceanside proves you can have it all: a beach town with a vibrant business community and affordability. Our Fire Mountain Center location has been established for many years and still continues to thrive to this day. Being next to Trader Joe’s has been a big draw for us and our hope is that we can continue to be a part of that.” OSIDER 62

Sugar Plum Kidz 2530 Vista Way, Suite T Oceanside, CA 92054 760-966-PLUM (7586) SUGARPLUMKIDZRESALE.COM

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3207 Roymar Rd. Suite D Oceanside, CA 92058 (760) 757-1606 ASHLEYSPARTYRENTS.COM

“Best Market & Deli” 3200 Mission Ave. Oceanside, CA 92058 Store:(760) 967-2184 Deli: (760) 721-4203

Michael, Donna & Rima “Huge Selection” 180 Roymar Rd. Suite A-C Oceanside, CA 92058 (760) 433-3555

Wiley Construction Company, INC 310 Via Del Norte Oceanside, CA 92058 (760) 967-0982 Harvester Wiley, CEO LIC# B842061 WILEYCONSTRUCTION.COM

“GIVING A HOME TO INDUSTRY SINCE 1955”

3126 San Luis Rey Rd. Oceanside, CA 92058 (760) 722-BUZZ “Men, Children & Military Haircuts” Open 7 Days A Week 9am-6pm

230 Roymar Rd. Suite C Oceanside, CA 92058 (760) 754-5540 LAMBSCREENPRINTING.COM

251 Airport Rd. Oceanside, CA 92058 (760) 721-1706 TERIINC.ORG

OCEANSIDE INDUSTRIAL PARK Josh McFadyen License No. 01255566 Dir 760 930 7945 Main 760 438 8950 | Fax 760 438 8925 josh.mcfadyen@colliers.com OCEANSIDEINDUSTRIALPARK.COM

Mexican Seafood & Grill 3110 San Luis Rey Rd. Oceanside, CA 92084 (760) 754-8922

SURF SUPPLY OceAnsiDe

California Millworks “Custom Cabinetry” 3310 Via De La Valle, Suite A Oceanside, CA 92058 camillworks@gmail.com (C) 760.672.7604 (F) 866.288.9402

291 Roymar Rd. Oceanside CA. 92058 tel# (760) 722-1666

Surf Supply Fiberglass Services 291 Roymar Rd. Oceanside, CA 92058 (760) 722-1666

BAR AND RESTAURANT GUIDE BAKERIES Chow’s Donuts 1906 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 757-1355 Hill Street Donut House 1926 S Coast Highway (760) 439-7741 La Perla Tapatia 1910 Mission Avenue (760) 721-8486 Le Rendez-Vous French Bakery 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 414-9109 Leroy’s Sweet Potato Shack 3800 Oceanic Drive (760) 722-2690 Mission Donut House 1502 Mission Avenue (760) 757-2979 Mr. Donuts 1950 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 967-6508 Petite Madeline Bakery 223 N Coast Highway (760) 231-7300 Red Ribbon Bake Shop 47 Douglas Drive (760) 754-8460 Sam’s Donut Shop 3504 College Boulevard Suite A (760) 945-0416 SK’s Donuts 1129 S Coast Highway (760) 722-0455 San Luis Rey Bakery & Restaurant 490 N El Camino Real (760) 433-7242 BAR AND GRILLS Cabo Bar & Grill 212 N Tremont Street (760) 637-2450 Irina’s Bar & Grill 3375 Mission Avenue (760) 433-5086 OSIDER 66

Junkyard Grill & Sports Bar 3613 Ocean Ranch Blvd (760) 231-6600

Bessie’s 232 South Coast Highway (760) 967-9371

Pour House 1903 South Coast Highway (760) 730-5944

Mission Avenue Bar & Grill 711 Mission Avenue (760) 637–2222

Breakfast Club Diner 228 North Coast Highway (760) 722-3124

Stone Company Store 310 North Tremont Street (760) 529-0002

Murphy’s Law Irish Pub & Ale House 215 N Coast Highway (760) 439-7442

The Broken Yolk Cafe 2434 Vista Way (760) 967-9655

Surfside Tap Room 507 North Coast Highway Oceanside, CA 92054

Buccaneer Café 1508 South Pacific Street (760) 966-1804

Tap That 3207 Roymar Road Suite E (760) 433-4827

Don’s Country Kitchen 1938 South Coast Highway (760) 722-7337

BURGERS

PCH Sports Bar & Grill 1835 S Coast Highway (760) 721-3955 Q Sports Bar 2725 Vista Way (760) 757-7070 Red Rooster 1985 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 754-8383 Rookie’s Sports Grill 2216 S El Camino Real (760) 757-1123 Tony’s Sports Bar & Grill 274 S Harbor Drive (760) 433-8466 Tremont Street Bar & Grill 311 N Tremont Street (760) 435-9555 BBQ Enzo’s BBQ 4111 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 643-9602 Felix’s BBQ with Soul 3613 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 439-7072 Guahan Grill 4259 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 806-4826 Primo Foods 606 Morse Street (760) 439-8711 Smokey J’s Pit BBQ 2251 S El Camino Real (760) 435-9700

Grandma’s Restaurant 539 Vista Bella (760) 757-8777 Harbor House Café 714 North Coast Highway (760) 722-2254 Hill Street Café 524 South Coast Highway (760) 966-0985 Jennie’s Café (pg.17) 1001 South Coast Highway (760) 433-2060 JENNIESCAFE.NET The Longboarder 400 Mission Avenue (760) 721-6776 Mary’s Family Restaurant 307 North Coast Highway (760) 722-3052 Start Fresh Café 1034 South Coast Highway (760) 439-7940 Stratford At the Harbor 280 South Harbor Drive (760) 453-2073 Swami’s Café 608 Mission Avenue (760) 966-1203 BREWERIES/TAP ROOMS

That Boy Good 207 N Coast Highway (760) 433-4227

Beer Brewing Company 1815 South Coast Highway (760) 505-0160

BREAKFAST DINERS AND CAFÉS

Breakwater Brewing 101 North Coast Highway (760) 433-6064

101 Café 631 South Coast Highway (760) 722-5220 Beachbreak Café (pg.04) 1802 South Coast Highway (760) 439-6355

Legacy Brewing Co. 363 Airport Road (760) 705-3221 Oceanside Ale Works 1800 Ord Way (760) 721-4253

Angelo’s Burgers 1050 South Coast Highway (760) 757-4064 Angelo’s Burgers 621 North Coast Highway (760) 757-5161 Hosie’s Pacific Pub 113 South Coast Highway (760) 722-5968 Paul’s Place 3671 Mission Avenue (760) 721-0124 Pit Stop Diner 3825 Mission Avenue (760) 901-4299 Ruby’s Diner 1 Oceanside Pier (760) 433-7829 Smashburger 3460 Marron Road (760) 729-1686 Ty’s Burger House 515 Mission Street (760) 757-5890 CHINESE Chef Chin 3829 Plaza Drive (760) 806-9606 Chin’s Szechwan Cuisine 4140 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 631-4808 China Star Super Buffet 1401 Mission Avenue (760) 435-9001 Chu’s Quik Wok 815 College Boulevard (760) 726-7771 Great Wok Of China 4635 Frazee Road (760) 439-8939 Pick Up Stix 125 Old Grove Road (760) 967-4081

Quik Wok 2184 Vista Way (760) 439-2228

I Love Bagels Cafe 3910 Vista Way (760) 945-3838

FroYo Love 3480 Marron Road (760) 434-0701

Roma’s Pizza & Grill 617 North Redondo Drive (760) 757-2003

The Mandarin 1058 Mission Avenue (760) 439-0288

Port of Subs 510 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 439-3354

Frugos Yogurt 3509 Cannon Road (760) 732-1000

Rosina’s Italian Restaurant 3613 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 721-5000

COFFEE/TEA

Red & White Market 510 Vista Way (760) 433-5516

J.R.’s Hawaiian Shaved Ice 1943 South Coast Highway (760) 809-8304

Round Table Pizza 3440 Marron Road (760) 434-5977

Jersey Mike’s Subs 4111 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 295-3339

Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt 4160 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 940-9866

Santino’s Pizza 401 Mission Avenue (760) 967-6300

Submarina 3809 Plaza Drive (760) 945-7840

Nana And Pop’s Sweet Shop 280 Harbor Drive (760 722-1723

Shakey’s Pizza Parlor 4141 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 940-4243

GASTROPUB

Ocean Rainbow 3784 Mission Avenue (760) 435-0750

Tony Pepperoni Pizzeria 805 College Boulevard (760) 726-6400

Red Cup Frozen Yogurt 301 Mission Avenue (760) 637-2189

Two Brothers From Italy 4760 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 758-3638

Red Cup Frozen Yogurt 4259 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 842-8738

Upper Crust Pizza 4196 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 630-9330

Southern Snoballs 802 South Tremont Street (760) 496-8690

Venetos 608 North Coast Highway (760) 722-1228

ITALIAN/PIZZA

ZIGZAG Pizza 333 North Myers Street (760) 433-1555

Black Rock Coffee Bar 1918 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 722-7133 Bubble Tea 318 Pier View Way (760) 967-0088 The Cup 206 Wisconsin Avenue (760) 231-9817 Hit the Spot Coffee 624 South Coast Highway (760) 433-3004

Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen 626 South Tremont Street (760) 453-2940

Jb Juice & Coffee 4635 Frazee Road (760) 529-0807

Local Tap House (pg.07) 308 S Coast Hwy (760) 547-1469 LOCALTAPHOUSE.COM

Jitterz Coffee Pub 510 North Coast Highway (760) 967-7886 Kona Hut 1940 South Freeman Street (760) 757-7873 Nautical Bean Coffee Co. 240 Harbor Drive South (760) 722-4851 Pier View Coffee Company 300 Pier View Way (760) 966-1150 San Diego Coffee Tea & Spice 1722 South Coast Highway (760) 439-8001 Succulent Cafe 322 North Cleveland Street (760) 717-9612 Tapioca Express 2611 Vista Way (760) 722-8279

Masters Kitchen and Cocktail (pg. 60) 208 South Coast Highway (760) 231-6278 MASTERSOCEANSIDE.COM GERMAN Irina’s Bar & Grill 3375 Mission Avenue (760) 433-5086 HAWAIIAN L&L Hawaiian Barbecue 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 726-0888 Maui Hawaiian BBQ 2455 Vista Way (760) 722-8383 Ohana Hawaiian BBQ 459 College Boulevard (760) 630-6800

Big Bob’s Best Pizza 3617 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 231-5050

JAPANESE/SUSHI

Brooklyn Boyz Pizza 2183 Vista Way (760) 757-4992

Aria Korean BBQ & Sushi 3744 Mission Avenue (760) 967-4090

Carmine’s 119 South Coast Highway (760) 966-6888

Café De Thai & Sushi 4196 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 945-5533

Cusimano’s Pizzeria 3809 Plaza Drive (760) 414-1200

Go Go Japan Sushi 4121 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 630-1288

Dominic’s at the Harbor Restaurant & Pizzeria 268 Harbor Drive South (760) 754-1881

Hana Sushi 2415 Vista Way (760) 439-3283

DELI/SANDWICHES

ICE CREAM/ FROZEN YOGURT

Gandolfo’s New York Delicatessen 3617 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 435-0006

Baskin Robbins 4201 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 631-1286

Z-Market San Miguel Deli (pg. 64) 3200 Mission Avenue (760) 967-2184

Baskin Robbins 1112 South Coast Highway (760) 722-0654

Killer Pizza From Mars (pg. 63) 3772 Mission Avenue (760) 722-6060 KILLERPIZZAFROMMARS.COM

Firehouse Subs 2619-B1 Vista Way (760) 721-4321

Coldstone Creamery 4635 Frazee Road (760) 433-8658

La Casa Pizza 209 North Tremont Street (760) 722-1949

Cream of the Crop 2009 South Coast Highway (760) 433-2757

Coldstone Creamery 514 Mission Avenue (760) 722-0880

The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza 1706 Pacific Coast Highway (760) 453-2500

Fratelli’s 3915 Mission Avenue (760) 696-9007

Harney Sushi 301 Mission Avenue (760) 967-1820 Sushi N Joy 2530 Vista Way (760) 721-1888 Hon Sushi 1733 South Coast Highway (760) 529-0255 Kaisen 1906 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 757-1484

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Kyoto Gift & Food (pg.17) 559 Greenbrier Drive (760) 757-5456

Davina’s Mexican Restaurant 3320 Mission Avenue (760) 722-8017

Love Boat Sushi 125 Old Grove Road (760) 721-3737

De Kotija’s Taco Shop 3504 College Boulevard (760) 758-0399

Sushi 21 2216 South El Camino Real (760) 722-8210

Diego’s Mexican Food 1030 South Coast Highway (760) 721-1985

Teri Café 2216 South El Camino Real (760) 722-8399

El Mundo De Mariscos (pg.65) 3110 San Luis Rey Road (760) 754-8922

Umi Japanese Grill & Café 401 Mission Avenue (760) 439-3566

Fiesta Mexicana 3784 Mission Avenue (760) 757-9872

Waraii Sushi 4750 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 630-3770

Johnny Manana’s 308 Mission Avenue (760) 721-9999

Wrench & Rodent Seabasstropub 1815 South Coast Highway (760) 271-0531

King Burrito 3490 Marron Road (760) 720-9747

KOREAN

La Perla Tapatia 625 North Redondo Drive (760) 722-2877

Aria Korean BBQ & Sushi 3744 Mission Avenue (760) 967-4090 Waraii Sushi 4750 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 630-3770 MEXICAN Anita’s Restaurant 309 South Coast Highway (760) 722-6323

La Perla Tapatia 1910 Mission Avenue (760) 721-8486 Los Tacos (pg.34) 2183 Vista Way (760) 757-8226 goodtacos.com

PERUVIAN Panca Peruvian Cuisine & Rotisserie 1902 South Coast Highway (760) 722-3396 SEAFOOD 333 Pacific 333 North Pacific Street (760) 433-3333 Harbor Fish & Chips 276 Harbor Drive South (760) 722-4977 Hello Betty Fish House 211 Mission Avenue (760) 722-1008 Joe’s Crab Shack 314 Harbor Drive (760) 722-1345 Jolly Roger 1900 Harbor Drive North (760) 722-183 Karina’s Ceviche & Oysters 1702 Mission Avenue (760) 722-7000 Lighthouse Oyster Bar & Grill 262 Harbor Drive South (760) 433-1900 Marisco’s Ensenada 1405 South El Camino Real (760) 967-6024

Marieta’s 485 Vandegrift Boulevard (760) 967-1769

Oceanside Broiler 1325 North Harbor Drive (760) 722-3474

Mariscos Ensenada 1405 South El Camino Real (760) 967-6024

Tin Fish Oceanside 302 North The Strand (760) 966-0007

Bull Taco 1815 South Coast Highway (760) 453-2103

Pedro’s Tacos 656 Benet Road (760) 722-7221

Café Rosarita 1816 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 722-6224

Pollos Maria 125 Old Grove Road (760) 435-9071

Wrench & Rodent Seabasstropub 1815 South Coast Highway (760) 271-0531

Carlito’s Chicken 158 Roymar Road (760) 433-3427

Roberto’s Taco Shop #13 518 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 757-2377

Ceja’s Mexican Diner & Grill 4259 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 945-2199

Roberto’s Taco Shop 2983 Via Las Rosas (760) 433-5004

Anita’s Mexican Restaurant & Cantina 2250 South El Camino Real (760) 757-7745

Colima’s Mexican Restaurant 404 Pier View Way (760) 439-4045 Compadres Chicken 4225 B Oceanside Boulevard (760) 806-6867

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Roberto’s Taco Shop 3617 Ocean Ranch Boulevard (760) 721-1296 San Luis Rey Bakery & Restaurant 490 N El Camino Real (760) 433-7242

STEAKHOUSES 333 Pacific 333 North Pacific Street (760) 433-3333 Hunter Steak House 1221 Vista Way (760) 433-2633 THAI Café De Thai & Sushi 4196 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 945-5533 Charming Siam 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 630-7133

Ocean Thai 2455 Vista Way (760) 722-9779 Ocean Thai 3846 Mission Avenue (760) 967-9901 Papaya Bay Thai 3815 Mission Avenue (760) 529-4766 Rim Talay 508 Mission Avenue (760) 435-2007 Thai Garden 4750 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 940-1009 Thai Table 1910 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 721-4850 The Wok Inn 511 Mission Avenue (760) 754-2167 VIETNAMESE I Love Pho 3809 Plaza Drive (760) 630-8889 Mr. Pho 4750 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 940-1306 Pho House 3753 Mission Avenue (760) 754-9999 Pho Oceanside 518 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 754-2828 Yummy Pho 4225 Oceanside Boulevard (760) 631-1800

Circa 1900

FAST >> FORWARD TO YESTERDAY 2014

All Saints Cemetery

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Tri-City’s Warrior Against Skin Cancer.

GUY TAKAYAMA Professional Surfer & World Champion

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GUY TAKAYAMA: WAGING THE WAR AGAINST SKIN CANCER Sometimes not everything is fun under the sun. Professional Surfer Guy Takayama knows best, “I have had so many of my surfing buddies affected by skin cancer, that’s why I am proud to be an ambassador for Skin Cancer Prevention at Tri-City Medical Center.” Everyone knows about wearing sun screen and the importance of preventative sun care but did you know that there still are more cases of skin cancer each year than any other form of cancer combined including: breast, prostate, lung and colon? Luckily, skin cancer is also the easiest to treat when diagnosed and treated early. That is why at Tri-City Medical Center we offer the latest in diagnostic and treatment options. The first step towards detecting skin cancer is to perform a skin exam which checks the skin for bumps or spots that appear abnormal in color, size, shape, or texture. If anything suspicious is detected, a dermatologist will conduct a skin biopsy (removal of a small portion of cells for further examination). The choice of treatment is based on the type, size, location, and depth of penetration of the tumor, as well as the patient’s age and general health. Options to treat localized cancer include surgery, radiation, chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Tri-City Medical Center offers all of these treatment options to personalize the care each patient receives.

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Photography by Zach Cordner

Tri-City Medical Center is dedicated to providing caring, integrated oncology care from diagnosis and treatment through education classes and ongoing emotional support for patients and their families. Tri-City Medical Center knows what happens before and after cancer treatment is as important as the treatment itself. Call (855)222-8262 or visit www.tricitymed.org/services/oncology to find out more.

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