by The Editors on June 2, 2009
The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce is inviting everyone in Carlsbadistan to celebrate as the McClellan-Palomar Airport commemorates its 50th anniversary on June 27, 2009. The event, which is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., will feature “vendors, food and entertainment for the whole family.”
With 215,847 takeoffs and landings in 2007 by private planes, corporate jets and commuter airline flights, McClellan-Palomar is one of the busiest single-runway airports in the country. There are 344 aircraft based at the airport, 83 of which are jets or jet props. . . “Between public and private investment, more than $100 million has been put into McClellan-Palomar Airport over the last five years,” said Airport Manager Willie Vasquez. “We’re having this event because we want the public to come and see what has been done.”
Orion Aviation will offer 30-minute Discovery Flights of the coast and scenic area surrounding the airport in a Cessna 172 with a qualified flight instructor for $25 per person. Barnstormers also will offer rides for a price in its 1927 Travel Air biplane.
For more information, call the Carlsbad Chamber at (760) 931-8400.
by The Editors on June 1, 2009
The one thing we learned yesterday at the annual Flavors of The Village restaurant tour is that one hour is not enough time to walk (or shuttle) to 23 different Carlsbadistan eateries. And we knew that. We saw the map, we planned ahead, but sometimes Sunday afternoons can sneak up on us.
By the time we’d made it to the corner of State and Grand to purchase our tickets from Christy Johnson it was a little after 5 PM. That should have meant sprint mode. Sadly, we didn’t know how late it was until we tried to get in the door at The Carlsbad Chocolate Bar at about 10 minutes to 6 PM. It was already locked down. And we were bummed.
Not to say that our hour on the streets of The Village was wasted. With what Johnson said were about 200 people ahead of us we found restaurants loaded with lots of good food wherever we went (even if it was occasionally difficult to find).
Follow the jump for the rest of the story and more photos. . .
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by The Editors on May 27, 2009
We’ll all be able to taste the flavors of The Village this Sunday, May 31, 2009 from 3-6 PM as 20 of Carlsbadistan restaurants serve of samples of their cuisine during The Carlsbad Village Associations Flavors of the Village Restaurant Tour.
“Come sample our broad array of international foods in the Village” invites Robin Young, Executive Director of the Carlsbad Village Association (CVA), “The Flavors of the Village in Carlsbad offers Irish, French, Mexican, Italian, Vegetarian and, of course, American cuisines – literally something for everyone”. . . Participating restaurants include: Beach City Smoothies, Caldo Pomodoro, Carlsbad Chocolate Bar, Dini’s Bistro, El Puerto, Fish House Vera Cruz, Gregorio’s, Hennessey’s, Knockout Burgers, Knockout Pizza, Las Olas, Le Passage, Naked Café, Ocean House, O’Sullivan’s, Pizza Port, Pollos Maria, Senor Grubby’s, Submarina and The Wine Spot.
Strangely, many of our favorite restaurants aren’t participating, but we’re going to use this as a chance to get off our well-worn path and try something new.
[Link: Friends of the Village]
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by The Editors on May 25, 2009
McGee Park on Carlsbad Blvd. was host today to the annual Memorial Day party of The Carlsbad The Church of Jesus Christ Latter -day Saints and they were rocking out. We first heard them at the post office and followed their rocking sounds all the way to the park.
Happy Memorial Day!
by The Editors on May 22, 2009
Where are we going to be on this Memorial Day weekend? Well, on Saturday May 23, 2009 from 9 AM to 1 PM? We’ll be down at Ponto trying out some of Al Merrick’s latest Channel Island’s creations, that is if you all don’t check them out before us.
[Link: Transworld Surf]
by The Editors on May 20, 2009
It’s summer time again and that means sipping wine to the sounds of the finest traveling bands in the business as the City of Carlsbadistan kicks off its 24th season of TGIF Jazz In The Parks.
This summer, like last, only three parks will be in the mix: Stagecoach, Poinsettia, and Calavera. Here’s what we all have to look forward to:
Stagecoach Park 3420 Camino de los Coches, 92009
June 19 Canned Heat – boogie blues
June 26 Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas – zydeco
July 3 Big Time Operator – big band swing
July 10 Bill Magee Blues Band – southern blues
Poinsettia Park 6600 Hidden Valley Road, 92011
July 17 Ricardo Lemvo & Makina Loca – afro-cuban
July 24 Lowrider Band – latin/funk
July 31 Roddie Romero & the Hub City All-Stars – cajun
Calavera Hills Park 2997 Glasgow Drive, 92008
August 7 The Screamin’ Primas – jump jive swing
August 14 Tinsley Ellis – electric blues
August 21 Coco Montoya – rockin’ blues
All concerts are 6 – 8 p.m. Follow the jump for all the details.
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by The Editors on May 2, 2009
Celebrate Carlsbad Day today at Legoland (aka the most affordable day of the year at Legoland) raised $106,650 for The Carlsbad Education Foundation’s Kids Are Worth A Million and the telecast hasn’t even aired yet. Legoland kicked in an amazingly generous $75,000.
“We at LEGOLAND California believe strongly in imagination, creativity and the value of education,” said Peter Ronchetti, General Manager of the family theme park. “It is refreshing to see our North County neighbors come together to support these values.” . . . “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,” said Lisa Posard, President of the Carlsbad Education Foundation. “We are so thankful to LEGOLAND for hosting this event and for its generous donation – the Park has always been such a good neighbor to the Carlsbad Education Foundation.”
Follow the jump for all the details.
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by The Editors on April 30, 2009
When we announced it earlier it caused a bit of debate in the comments, but this Friday May 1, 2009 Carlsbad Village’s first ever ArtSurf kicks off.
The festivities will kick off at New Village Arts Theatre, 2787 State Street. Participants will recieve their maps and instructions on how to best enjoy the walk. . . Several Galleries will be involved, including the Paul Bartyl Gallery (in New Village Arts), Ivanffy-Uhler Gallery, Snyder Art, Lynn Forbes School of Sculpture, Carlsbad Oceanside Art League Gallery, Front Porch Gallery, and Chandlers Gallery and Boutique.
We’ll see you out on the streets. . .
[Link: Friends of The Village]
by The Editors on April 26, 2009
The City of Carlsbad Beach Preservation Committee invites residents to the second annual Carlsbad Beach Fest, Saturday, May 2, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Tamarack/Frazee State Beach and Pine Avenue. The free event will include a beach cleanup, activities for children, live music, sand castle sculptors, a native plant tour and refreshments. Trash and recycling bags will be made available for the cleanup activities. Those interested in the cleanup are requested to bring gloves.
The Carlsbad Beach Fest is sponsored by California State Parks. The Carlsbad Beach Preservation Committee is helping to plan, organize and promote the event. The festival highlights the local coastal and lagoon waterways found within Carlsbad, raises awareness concerning the effects of marine debris and provides an opportunity for residents to participate in a beach cleanup.
Informational and educational event booths will be located on the grassy area adjacent to Pine Avenue and on the beach directly below.
For more information or to volunteer, call (760) 720-7001 or e-mail bketterer@parks.ca.gov.
by The Editors on April 22, 2009
We’ve been meaning to get out to Legoland, we really have, but the $63 entrance price has been what we like to call “cost prohibitive.” While we’re sure we wouldn’t hesitate to spend the money while on vacation, we never seem to be able to empty our wallets so close to home.
That all changes on May 2, 2009 from 1 – 9 PM as Legoland and the Carlsbad Education Foundation present “Celebrate Carlsbad Day” at the theme park with $15 tickets.
Specially-priced $15 “Celebrate Carlsbad Day” tickets include admission to LEGOLAND with park hours extended until 9:00 p.m. Admission also includes a special fireworks display at 8:00 p.m. . . LEGOLAND will donate the proceeds from the event to the Carlsbad Educational Foundation in support of new district-wide music and hands-on science programs as well as educational innovation. The Foundation has set a goal to raise $100,000 in ticket sales and has established expanded opportunities for corporate sponsors to partner for this special event.
So it’s kind of like donating money to Kids Are Worth A Million and getting 8 hours at Legoland thrown in for free. Now we have no excuse. And neither do you.
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