by The Editors on November 21, 2012
Purchasing a Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront Resort & Spa “Preferred Neighbor Card” from the Carlsbad Education Foundation brings discounts on nearly everything at the resort and helps raise money for Carlsbad Schools.
“CEF is excited about the new partnership, which is a win-win for everyone involved,” said Valin Brown, CEO of the Carlsbad Educational Foundation. “The Hilton property will gain many new customers and receive added exposure within the area, while CUSD students will receive much-needed funding for programs and initiatives that otherwise could not be provided.”
The cards cost $10 each and can be purchased online at www.CarlsbadEd.org. Follow the jump for all the official details. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on November 16, 2012
Oh, we love trash! Anything dirty or dingy or dusty Anything ragged or rotten or rusty. . . and it appears we’re not the only ones. The City of Carlsbad has planted six different styles of garbage cans in the Village of Carlsbad this week and they what your help deciding which style of trash receptacle you’d most like to see around town.
The trash receptacles are all located on State St. between Carlsbad Village Dr. and Grand Ave., with one by the fountain at State and Grand. Voting is open until November 30. . . The cans were either donated or loaned by various street furniture manufacturers. The goal of the contest is to determine which cans the public likes best and which perform the best — and ultimately to upgrade the existing receptacles throughout the Village.
Each can has a card on it explaining exactly how to vote. For complete info follow the jump [click to continue…]
by The Editors on November 14, 2012
Mary Laver, the wife of tennis legend Rod Laver, died Monday, November 12, 2012 in their home in Carlsbad, according to a story on News.com.au. She was 84.
The Lavers were married for 46 years and had one son, Rick, who was born three weeks after Laver won the grand slam in 1969, claiming all four singles majors in the same year. . . “We had a wonderful life together,” Laver said. “We did a lot of travelling, a lot of tennis tournaments, tennis events.”
Our thoughts are with the entire Laver family.
[Link: News.com.au]
by The Editors on November 8, 2012
The AM PM Arco gas station at 1991 Palomar Airport Rd. (at the intersection with Camino Vida Roble was robbed at gun point in the early hours of November 7, 2012 according to the Carlsbad Police Department.
Officer Seapker contacted the victim who stated a white male adult entered the store and pointed a gun to his head. The suspect demanded money. The clerk gave the suspect and undisclosed amount of money and the suspect fled the scene on foot. Several Officers and a K-9 checked the area for the suspect but were unable to locate him. The investigation is ongoing.
If you know a thin white, blonde, gun-toting 25 – 30 year old male 5’7″ tall who suddenly came into a little money, give the Carlsbad Police Department’s Sergeant Chase a call at 760-931-2136.
by The Editors on November 7, 2012
The talented crew from Carlsbad High School TV spent last evening (November 6, 2012) down in the thick of San Diego’s election 2012 coverage hub at Golden Hall producing hourly reports from 5 – 9 PM.
The team responsible included: (From the left) Brandon Scharaga (soph), Mark Huckaby (jr) Leonardo Sander (Sr.) Ashley Welzel (jr) Taylor Team (jr) Brian DeGour (Sr.) Adam Faringhy (jr) Sam Stadlberger (jr) Nicole Walker (jr) Matt Kenney (sr) Allie Degour (soph) Seannie Bryan (Sr) Gabe Retzer (soph) Joseph Smith (soph).
The great job they did last night proves they’re ready to take on the biggest stories gives the local “professional media” a reminder not to slack off because theses kids are coming up.
[Link: CHSTV]
by The Editors on October 31, 2012
Looking to catch some Flamenco, Middle-Eastern, Salsa, Calypso, Brazilian, and other world rhythms right in the heart of the Village of Carlsbadistan? Then guitarist Jimmy Patton and percussionist Enrique Platas have the evening just for you on November 4, 2012 at the New Village Arts Theatre.
This sensational duo must be experienced live to truly appreciate the depth and beauty of their virtuosic guitar passages accompanied by exotic percussive rhythms that have earned them their own dedicated following.
The show starts at 7 PM. Tickets are $15. The New Village Arts Theatre is located at 2787 State Street in Carlsbad, California. Click here to buy tickets or here for more info.
[Link: New Village Arts] [click to continue…]
by The Editors on October 30, 2012
Carlsbadistan surfer Ricky Whitlock ran into some trouble while surfing the North Shore of Oahu’s Pipeline on January 25, 2012.
Ricky took off on his second wave of the morning, which broke on top of him and slammed him into the reef, breaking two vertebra in his back. This is his story.
The film is narrated by Carlsbad High School graduate Sal Masekela. It’s like an all Carlsbadistan cast. We’re glad Whitlock is back at it.
[Link: Surfing Magazine]
by The Editors on October 25, 2012
The streets of the Village of Carlsbadistan will be transformed into a spooky haunt on Saturday, October 27, 2012 for the annual Halloween On Elm. The even will feature the following:
• Halloween-themed carnival games and jump houses
• Costume contests for people and pets
• Meet Shelob the spider
• Halloween story telling
• Community partner booths with games and activities
• Hands-on art making activities
• Safe costume checks
• Live music and entertainment
• Food available for purchase
• Farmers’ market with Halloween activities
• Haunted house at the Boys and Girls Club
• Haunted path at Kelsall and Associates
Click here for photos from past Halloween on Elm events, or follow the jump for all the official details. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on October 19, 2012
The Carlsbad Education Foundation’s 12th Annual Carlsbad Golf Classic got off to loud start today at noon with the helicopter ball drop at The Crossings at Carlsbad.
Dennis Fritz from Carlsbad won $5,000 when the ball with his number on it dropped into the 9th hole. Buffy Richford, a representative from V Partner, the charitable arm of ViaSat, was in the helicopter, dropping golf balls onto the green below. . . The “Chopper Dropper” was just part of the Carlsbad Golf Classic which lasts all day with a golf tournament followed by wine tasting, dinner and silent and live auctions.
Follow the jump for more photos from Peter Meade. More coverage on the way. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on October 19, 2012
The 150 abled and challenged riders who left San Francisco, California on Saturday, October 13, 2012 for the 2012 Dodge Million Dollar Challenge rolled through Carlsbadistan this morning (October 19, 2012), before ending their journey in La Jolla, California having ridden 620 miles down the California Coast in only six days.
The riders, who had full support, ate great meals, and stayed in five-star hotels along the way, helped raise more than $1 million for the Challenged Athlete’s Foundation.
Former participant and professional cyclist Christian Vande Velde says that ride was an inspiration:
“It was one of the most rewarding weeks of cycling I have ever experienced,” he said. “It was amazing to ride for a cause that helps change the lives of so many athletes, and gives them the chance to enjoy what we do every day. In the end, I think I left the most inspired of all.”
Several Carlsbadistan based businesses helped sponsor the ride including Life Technologies, SKLZ, and Spy Optic. For more information on how you can ride the coast next year or help someone who is riding, click the link.
[Link: Challenged Athletes]
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