by The Editors on March 6, 2008
The Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center is displaying the jaw and tusk of a Mastodon that was found in Carlsbad last June (2007).
The ancient mammal’s tusk and jaw bones are on display at the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center, at Faraday Avenue and Cannon Road, through July. . . .The fossils are owned by the San Diego Natural History Museum, whose team of paleontologists discovered mastodon bones June 14 when earth movers were grading land for a housing development at El Camino Real and Cannon Road in Carlsbad.
Or maybe you’re not interested in dead elephant bones.
[Link: San Diego Union-Tribune]
by The Editors on February 26, 2008
Maybe is was the Friday monsoon (we’ll blame it), that kept us from even thinking that The Flower Fields will be opening on Saturday March 1, 2008 for their annual Ranunculus run. This year, the Fields will stay open until May 11, but don’t let that stop you from getting in on all the color early.
You will get to view the 50-plus acres of breathtaking Giant Tecolote Ranunculus, abundant roses in the All American Rose Garden, the world famous Ecke poinsettias and tour the entire ranch on an exciting tractor ride that is fun for the whole family, young and old.
We’re just glad it’s not a outlet mall parking lot.
[Link: The Flower Fields via North County Times]
by The Editors on November 27, 2007
Ring in the holiday season December 8 from 5 to 8 PM as the Leo Carillo Ranch is magically transformed into Candyland. Wonder what they’ll dress the shrieking peacocks up as?
The Ranch will be decked out in lights of candy canes, gumdrops and gingerbread houses. Join in the fun by creating crafts of Lifesaver® trains, candy cane reindeer, mini gingerbread houses, and cookie decorating. You can sing along with the carolers during the tree lighting ceremony then vote for your favorite tree in the holiday tree decorating contest.
And if you’re hungry there will be “soup and beverages” for sale. For more info follow the jump.
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by The Editors on November 7, 2007
We mentioned this story on October 21st, however, now the official news has been released. Legoland plans an expansion that will include a “two-story aquarium and Indiana Jones-like adventure in 1920s Egypt” according to a story in the San Diego Union Tribune.
Nick Varney, CEO of Legoland parent Merlin Entertainments Group, said yesterday that the Sea Life center will be a place that allows children to “explore, touch and ultimately gain empathy” with the underwater world.
Fish on, fish on. . .
[Link: San Diego Union Tribune]
by The Editors on October 18, 2007
We’re not going to pay $250 for a “three day hands-on approach to drumming and rhythm” or spend the weekend of November 9-11, 2007 with “featured drummer, composer, author, and educator Ed Roscetti .” But for those into drumming and percussion this over-18 event hosted by the Museum of Making Music may be the best drum school ever.
Styles covered include: samba, olodum, Afro-Cuban, jazz, blues, rock, funk and hip-hop. The rhythm section will accompany large and small group ensemble classes leading up to a final performance. On the last day, family and friends are invited to enjoy this interactive day of fun and music as students showcase their newly developed rhythmic skills.”
Contact Jillian Jepsen at (760) 438-5996, ext. 212 for information and registration. Get it on, bang a gong, get it on.
[Link: The Museum of Making Music]
by The Editors on October 16, 2007
Some evenings when we don’t get the right table at our favorite Carlsbadistan restaurant we end up walking to three of four eateries before settling on the right one. On October 21, 2007 from 3 to 6 PM the Carlsbad Village Business Association is encouraging people to restaurant hop as they present the fourth annual Flavors Of The Village.
Take a stroll through the Village of Carlsbad and enjoy samples of the most delicious menu items from the best restaurants in the Village. . . The Village will be alive with live music, great food, wine and champagne, and desserts served at select Village Merchants. . . Gather a group of friends and family and enjoy a great day in the Village.
Carlsbadistan restaurants involved include several of our favorite places: Vigilucci’s Cucina Italiana, Fidel’s, Le Passage French Bistro (the best lunch in North County), Pizza Port Carlsbad Brewery, Fresco Trattoria & Bar, Knockout Pizzeria, KoKo Beach, and a couple of our not so favorite places. For tickets visit one of the participating businesses or call 760/434-2553.
[Link: Carlsbad Village Business Association]
by The Editors on October 10, 2007
Buster Keaton’s grandson Robert Keaton will be on hand October 17, 24, and 31 as the Carlsbad City Library presents a free Buster Keaton film series.
The film lineup includes: The Navigator on October 17, Go West on October 24 and “Speak Easily” on October 31. All screenings begin at 6pm and will feature a special pre-show introduction and post-show question-and-answer with Robert Keaton.
On October 17 and 24 pianist Bryan Verhoye will perform a live soundtrack for the films. The Library features the Carlsbad Film Series the last three Wednesdays of every month. Follow the link for all the details.
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by The Editors on September 27, 2007
This year The Rotary Clubs of Carlsbad is presenting its 25th Annual Oktoberfest at Holiday Park in Carlsbad on Saturday October 6th from 1 to 10 PM.
The family event features German food, German music, dancing, and a host of children’s activities, including a pumpkin-decorating contest, facing painting, clowns, and much more. The pumpkin-decorating contest is for children 5-15 years old. . . Roger and the Villagers will play its traditional brand of polka music, including the beloved “Chicken Dance, from 5 to 10 p.m. . . . A German dinner will be served from 1 to 8 p.m. . . . Tickets are $10.
Oh, and there will also be beer. . . lots of beer. Did we mention that? For more info click the link below.
[Link: Rotary Oktoberfest]
by The Editors on September 26, 2007
If these look like the kind of exciting, interesting, people you’d like to spend a Saturday morning with, then you’ll be happy to know that The Palomar Audubon Society will be invading Carlsbad on Saturday September 29 at 8 AM for a Bataquitos Lagoon field trip. The group will be on the lookout for “shorebirds, gulls, waders and waterfowl.”
[Link: Palomar Audubon Society]
by The Editors on September 22, 2007
[Click HERE for all the photos] This year the Carlsbad Education Foundation’s 11th Annual Taste of Carlsbad joined up with Art Splash for a combined event that made us think was a perfect Saturday afternoon excursion in Carlsbadistan. And from the packed isles and lines at the booths (especially Darios) we don’t think we were alone.
Taste of Carlsbad features exemplary cuisine from twenty Carlsbad restaurants. One $20 donation to the CEF buys visitors a card good for samples at 15 of the restaurants. Before you jump into the photos here were our favorites: El Puerto Mexican Food (next to the Golden Tee in the Albertson’s parking lot), The El Camino Real Grille (by the people who created Savory), Knock Out Pizza (in the Village), Lola’s, and the Tri-City Medical Center’s Cafeteria.
Follow the link for all the photos. (Click the images to see them full size.)
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The Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center is displaying the jaw and tusk of a Mastodon that was found in Carlsbad last June (2007).
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