by The Editors on August 12, 2008
Carlsbad Legoland’s newest attraction opened yesterday (August 11, 2008) with the help of actor Cristian de la Fuente. The new Sea Life Aquarium has the distinction of reportedly being the “first Aquarium in the U.S. to incorporate LEGO® models.” Obviously, they never saw our fourth grade science aquarium that was literally loaded with Lego blocks from our secret “fish bombing” runs.
The mission of SEA LIFE Aquarium is to immerse guests in an interactive, educational and fun aquarium experience while increasing awareness of the importance of safeguarding the sea and its inhabitants. As guests explore the 36,000 square-foot, two-story Aquarium, they’ll discover 36 displays holding more than 250,000 gallons of water. Key features throughout 14 themed rooms include the Discovery Zone, where guests interact with marine life experts, touch tide pool animals and take an inside look at the lives of sea creatures from special pop-up viewing stations; the Shoaling Ring, where guests are surrounded 360 degrees by schools of swimming fish; and the Ray Lagoon where several species of rays appear to “fly” through the water in Mayan temple ruins.
We haven’t been in there yet, but we are looking forward to it.
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by The Editors on July 24, 2008
We’re not even going to pretend we understand anything about the convoluted world of kids soccer nor it’s organizations. That said, apparently:
The Carlsbad Lightning BU-8 Red team, led by coach Bob Barbosa, prevailed over a tough Del Mar Sharks team, 4-1, to grab their first championship of the season at the Carlsbad Cup. . . .Multiple goals were scored in the tournament by Christian Kampfl, Ryan Anderson, Cole Miller, Jet Trask and Ryan Ashby. Outstanding defensive play was provided by Bennet Chergosky, Juan Ibanez and Ethan Cohen. Star goalies included Cooper Ward and Logan Schmitt.
This of course follows the Carlsbad Lightning GU-12 Black Championship win on Monday. Two questions: how many “championships” are there in a season? And, do these kids get a blue ribbon and a trophy each and every time they kick the ball?
[Link: XK San Diego.com]
by The Editors on July 22, 2008
Carlsbad Youth Baseball has a lot to be proud of this season as two of it’s All-Start Teams (Pony 13 and Mustang) made it to the 3rd Round Southern California Super-Regional Tournaments.
At the Pony 13 Super-Regional in Fullerton, CA the CYB team lost to Placetia 6-5, then beat Redlands 5-3 but then lost to West Covina, ending their season. The Mustang Tournament kicks off Thursday, July 24 at 7:30 in Chino Hills.
Good luck to all the Mustang players.
[Link: Carlsbad Youth Baseball]
by The Editors on July 6, 2008
Tip Top Meats owner John Haedrich is a big bidder when it comes to the San Diego County Fair’s junior livestock auction. But, according to a story in the San Diego Union-Tribune, he’s not buying the animals for his business. He’s bidding up the auctions to help the 4-H and Future Farmers of America kids make more money.
Towering over the children at 6 feet, 6 inches, “Big John,” as the auctioneer called him, was an intimidating figure. As the children made their way to Haedrich’s seat to thank him for his help, his gentleness shone through his warm toothy grin. Haedrich gripped the childrens’ hands between his own and offered words of encouragement.
Somehow, we’re not surprised. And it’s probably another reason why we breakfast at Tip Top Meats. Danke von allen uns, John.
[Link: San Diego Union-Tribune]
by The Editors on June 27, 2008
by The Editors on June 24, 2008
Carlsbadistan’s Sammy’s Wood Fire Pizza at 5970 Avenida Encinas is holding a fundraiser on Wednesday June 25, 2008 to raise money for the Barefoot Kids Foundation.
This Non-Profit organization exclusively provides new footwear to Kids in Need through their National Distribution Network currently in 27 cities throughout the USA. Childcare organizations such as Boys & Girls Clubs, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Salvation Army and Court Appointed Special Advocates provide Payless ShoeSource shopping cards to underprivileged Kids.
Sammy’s will donate 20% of all dinner bills to the Barefoot Kids. And hopefully, that means the kids will get some new shoes. Have some good chain-restaurant pizza and help a good cause at the same time tomorrow night at Sammy’s.
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by The Editors on June 15, 2008
Carlsbadistan’s Jeff Jarrard, 35, (and his children Kennedy, 6; London, 5; baby Kingston, one month, and Emerson, 16 months) was featured in a San Diego Union-Tribune story on the history, inspiration and other data behind Father’s Day.
Father’s Day lags Mother’s Day in one other way – it became an official holiday 58 years after President Woodrow Wilson’s 1914 order honoring motherhood. . . . The inspiration for Father’s Day came from an original Mr. Mom – William Jackson Smart from Spokane, Wash., who raised six children after his wife died. After hearing a Mother’s Day sermon in 1909, Smart’s daughter encouraged churches to add a Father’s Day observance. The idea caught on, but it wasn’t until 1972 that President Richard Nixon signed it into law.
Happy Father’s Day to all the guys who care, love, and support their families.
[Link: San Diego Union-Tribune]
by The Editors on June 15, 2008
There is still time for Carlsbad kids ages 4 to 12 to enter the Legoland S.O.S. (Save Our Seas) Poster Project, as the park has extended the the deadline until 5 pm on July 12, 2008.
The S.O.S. Poster Project is an opportunity for children ages 4 to 12 to creatively explore their ideas for protecting our seas and the creatures who live in them. Children in three age categories (4 to 6, 7 to 9 and 10 to 12) will compete using any two-dimensional medium from crayons and markers to paint, ink, pencil or even LEGO® to illustrate their best idea for protecting our oceans. Contestants may submit posters up to 18 by 24 inches and are encouraged to include a 100-word description of their idea.
Winners of the competition will be announced in July and honored at the grand opening of the new SEA LIFE Aquarium when it opens August 11. All entries should be mailed to S.O.S. Poster Contest, One LEGOLAND Drive, Carlsbad California 92008 or hand delivered to Guest Services at LEGOLAND California by 5 p.m. on July 12. For complete contest rules and regulations, visit www.LEGOLAND.com/poster.
[Link: SOS Poster Project]
by The Editors on May 4, 2008
The Carlsbad Education Foundation’s Kids Are Worth A Million telethon held yesterday at Legoland has already raised $267,000 and the “phones haven’t even begun ringing,” thanks in part to a $120,000 donation from Legoland California.
“I give Legoland full credit for making this event such a huge success,” said Lisa Posard, President-Elect of the Carlsbad Educational Foundation. “In this time of financial crisis it is so important to have the support of our community. It is exciting to see everyone come together to rally around education!”
The Kids Are Worth A Million Telethon was taped before a live audience on Legoland California’s Fun Town Stage and will air Friday, May 16 at 7 p.m. on Time Warner Cable Channel 19.
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by The Editors on April 29, 2008
This Saturday, May 3, 2008, The Carlsbad Education Foundation is holding it’s annual telethon for Kids Are Worth A Million at Legoland’s Funtown Stage. More than 500 kids from 11 Carlsbad school will perform.
Performances include a rendition of Elvis’ “All Shook Up” by third graders at Hope Elementary, an orchestra group from Carlsbad High School and a musical theatre number from “Grease” by Valley Middle School students. The telethon itself will be filmed by students from Emmy Award-winning Carlsbad High School Television (CHSTV).
Follow the jump for all the details including schedule and nicely discounted ticket prices.
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