by The Editors on September 23, 2013
Registration has been extended for the City of Carlsbad’s 2013-14 Fall Youth Basketball Season. The league is for boys and girls grades 1 through 8 and is held at the Calavera Hills Community Center Gymnasium and the Stagecoach Community Center Gymnasium. Practice begins the first week of November, games start the first Saturday in December. The fee is $110 for Carlsbad residents and $120 for non-residents. For the official word from the Carlsbad Parks & Recreation Department follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on August 28, 2013
Stagecoach Community Park will host a Family Movie Night presentation of Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted on Saturday night, September 14, 2013.
The movie is free, and fun zone wristbands will be available for $5. The wristbands provide unlimited access to the circus-themed fun zone that includes bounce houses, slides, carnival games and activities. Beverages, hot dogs, pizza, funnel cakes and ice cream will be available for purchase.
The evening begins at 5 PM on Saturday, September 14, 2013. The movie starts at Sunset. Stagecoach Park is located at 3420 Camino de los Coches, in Carlsbad. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on May 8, 2013
On Saturday July 13, 2013 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Carlsbad’s Westfield Mall parking lot will be turned into a huge outdoor three on three basketball tournament for boys grades 3 through 12 thanks to the City of Carlsbad. To play, you need get your team registered while there is still time.
Five grade divisions will be offered: 3rd and 4th, 5th and 6th, 7th and 8th, 9th and 10th, and 11th and 12th. Grades are determined by school year 2012-2013. Online registration may only be completed by a parent of a child from the team, or a team member who is 18 years of age or older.
It costs $125 per team. For more information please call: (760) 434-2971 or follow the jump for more information.
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by The Editors on April 26, 2013
Pictured: Steering Chair Randy Ferren, winning foursome members Mike Pottorff, Jonas Jackson, Club CEO Brad Holland, and winner David Flores (winner Scott McCary not shown).
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad raised over $135,000 during their annual golf tournament held April 18, 2013 at Aviara Golf Club.
“The success of this tournament is a result of astounding contributions from so many individuals and companies throughout San Diego County,” said Randy Ferren of California Bank & Trust, Steering Committee Chair. “While the day presented so many winners, we are pleased that the kids are the ultimate winners – and benefit from this generosity.”
For the official word from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad, follow the jump.
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by The Editors on April 22, 2013
The Carlsbad Education Foundation’s 2013 Summer Enrichment Programs are now open for registration. The CEF is inviting kindergarten through 9th grade students to learn during the summer. Classes run June 24 through August 2, 2013 and offer classes on a large variety of topics from Web Animation and Video Game Design to Karate, Dinosaurs, and cooking. The programs are offered at Jefferson Elementary for the first half of the summer and at Pacific Rim Elementary for the second half. For all the details click here.
[Link: CEF Summer Enrichment]
by The Editors on March 22, 2013
On Saturday, March 30, 2013 the City of Carlsbadistan is presenting its EGGstravaganza Spring Festival at Poinsettia Park.
The event features an ongoing “egg scramble” of multiple egg hunts from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., separated by age, so come when it’s convenient for you. While you’re there, you’ll also enjoy a family scavenger hunt, a sampling of Parks & Recreation Department summer camps, photos with the Easter bunny and a fun zone with bounce houses, a giant slide and a chance to “soak the bunny.” . . To keep the scramble fun for all ages, one field will be set up for those ages 6 and over who want to race for their eggs and an identical one will be set up for children 5 and under, while a third field will have piles of eggs set aside for younger children, babies or those with special needs to collect at their leisure.
The event is a must attend for the entire family. The EGGstravaganza kicks off at 10:30 AM. Poinsettia Park is located at 6600 Hidden Valley Road in Carlsbad, California. For the official details, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on February 25, 2013
Matt Harelson, Julianna Garner, Julie Harelson, Brad Holland.
Julianna Garner and Lucas Clayton were selected as Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad’s Youth of the Year Winner and Runner-Up respectively. Garner will receive a $10,000 college scholarship!
“I am so grateful to the Boys & Girls Club for making me the person I am today,” Julianna said. “This scholarship will bring my dream of graduating from SFU even closer, and make me work even harder to achieve this goal!”
For the official word from the Carlsbad Boys & Girls Clubs, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on February 4, 2013
The City of Carlsbad Parks and Recreation Department wants your kids (ages 5 to 13) to go skateboarding (or just get out of your hair) during Spring Break 2013. And to do that they’re offering the Spring Break Go Skate: Skateboarding Camp.
Go Skate Skateboarding School puts the beginner and intermediate rider on the fast track to being a confident skateboarder. Our mission is to help spread the love of skateboarding across all levels. What a skater will learn: proper foot placement, how to balance, how to use the board for transportation, basic tricks, proper skate park etiquette and terms, as well as safety. Bring your own board, elbow/knee pads, wrist guards, and helmet. All equipment must be worn in order to be in the camp.
The school will run every day for an hour and a half from Monday April 1, through Friday, April 5, 2013 and cost $145 for residents. For all the details, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on December 7, 2012
Join the Carlsbad Education Foundation this Saturday evening (December 8, 2012) at the La Costa Resort & Spa as they ring in the Holidays with live musical performances from students from the Carlsbad Unified School District.
You and your family will enjoy these lively performances plus refreshments, holiday arts and crafts, and group caroling.
Admission to the event is free and donations to the Carlsbad Education Foundation are welcome. The event kicks off at 3 PM, Saturday, December 8, 2012. The La Costa Resort and Spa is located at 2100 Costa Del Mar Road, in Carlsbad.
by The Editors on September 21, 2012
2011 dealers front to back: Claire Bloom, Kara Pearlman, Dana Lagomarsino, Vanessa Laughter, Anna Lavery, Becky Eisendrath, Nicki Herz, Meredith Rowe, and Stephanie Marsh.
On Friday, November 2, 2012, the La Costa 35 Athletic Club is hosting their second annual Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad.
The no-limit tournament features a host of prizes for all top finishers, including a private flight for 4 to Las Vegas, beachfront RV camping experience, and TaylorMade golf clubs. . . The evening will offer plenty of fun and chances to win for both the experienced player and novice alike. A donation of $100 includes tournament entry, dinner from several local restaurants, and beer and wine. Players who register early receive extra bonus chips.
For all the details, including how you can purchase tickets, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
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