by The Editors on October 6, 2007
We all know that deep down in its soul Oktoberfest is really just a beer holiday. And we went to the 25th Annual Rotary Oktoberfest in Carlsbad’s Holiday Park today with that in mind. But like any thought, reality hits the senses a little harder. Let’s just say there are a lot of people in Carlsbad who really, really enjoy drinking beer. Not alone. Not in their own homes, but out in a park with all their friends. And that means that Carlsbad’s Oktoberfest is crowded, noisy, and filled with smiles.
Two different Rotary groups sponsor this event according to Gene Forsyth: Rotary of Carlsbad, and Carlsbad High Noon Rotary. “It’s a joint effort by two clubs,” he said while serving up some wine from the Carlsbad Coastal Winery. “And we’re doing it to support our charities. Not just one in particular. Most of the money from this event will go to the Women’s Resource Center and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad.”
The long tables were full of people dining on a $10 traditional German dinner of Bratwurst, knockwust, German potato salad, sauerkraut, and a dinner roll. It was mostly good. And though the crowd featured a few too many tough dudes with beer buzzes, it was a great way to spend the afternoon.
Follow the link for the rest of the photos. And if you’re reading this before 10 PM tonight, cruise on over and check it out. You’ll probably get there just in time for the chicken dance and a few fights. . . if you’re lucky.
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by The Editors on October 3, 2007
We all know that Germany is famous for its beer, however, they also have some great wines. And that wine will be highlighted as The Wine Spot hosts their own version of Oktoberfest this weekend (October 5-7). Stop by Friday from 4-8 PM, Saturday from 1-8 PM and Sunday 1-5 PM for some great German wine (and beer) and some complimentary German fare. . . we’ve been meaning to check this out, so maybe this week we’ll stop by 2801 Roosevelt St. on our way to the Carlsbad Rotary’s Oktoberfest in Holiday Park.
[Link: The Wine Spot]
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 25, 2007
Oscar winner Geena Davis (star of Thema and Louise) will be at the Four Seasons Aviara in Carlsbad on Thursday September 27 to host a $75 a person “celebrity luncheon and auction” to raise money for SJ Los Angeles an organization that urges that “the entertainment industry, parents, and the general public recognize the need for gender balance and varied portrayals in the overall universe of kids’ entertainment.”
Okay, so she’s not raising money to cure cancer, but if you want to buy one of the dresses she or Sharon Stone wore once in a Hollywood movie (and who doesn’t ) then click here for tickets.
[Link: SJ Los Angeles]
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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by The Editors on September 22, 2007
[Click HERE for all the photos] Today around noon the “big winter storm” that had been forecasted began loading up some clouds off shore with close to six water spouts. The clouds moved on shore just in time for Carlsbad’s Art Splash on Armada Drive behind the Flower Fields. Though it rained for about 20 minutes, it was not enough to slow any of the dedicated chalk artists .
We lost a little in the rain, but it wasn’t bad, ” said Eugenia Bizzaro as she and her husband Blane worked under the bright sunlight.
She and Blane (Bizzaro Creations) are artists who take this transitory art form very seriously.
“This is a true art form pasted on from generation to generation,” Virginia said. “It’s great for the kids to watch and learn because the way school art programs keep getting cut back these days kids rarely get to see artists at work. That’s why we are here. We want to encourage kids to be more interested in art.”
Several thousand people enjoyed the first day of the two day event. While there wasn’t that much chalk art to see today, there were booths showing art of all mediums and style. For the completed chalk art be sure to check it out tomorrow.
Follow the link for all the photos.
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by The Editors on September 18, 2007
Since May 26 when we first mentioned the 4th Annual Carlsbad Music Festival being held September 24-30, it appears that at least one thing has changed: oddly, a “Los Angeles” concert has been added to the schedule (we’re not walking to that one). In Carlsbad, however, we’re still looking forward to thrilling performances. Not that we’ve heard of any of these groups before:
- Friday, September 28, 2007 8pm, Schulman Auditorium: Real Quiet and Matt McBane
- Saturday, September 29, 2007 8pm, Schulman Auditorium: So Percussion
- Saturday, September 29, 2007 1pm Museum of Making Music: So Percussion Demo
- Sunday, September 30, 2007 2pm Schulman Auditorium: Calder Quartet and Christine Southworth
Get all the info on their website Carlsbadmusicfestival.org.
by The Editors on September 17, 2007
One of the things we’re going to miss most about the Acura Tennis Classic is the post-final Carlsbad High School Lancer Dancers and their center court rump shaking. The La Costa event may be gone, but the Lancer Dancers are alive and well. And they need your help.
On October 15, they will be holding their Seventh Annual Golf Tournament at The Crossings at Carlsbad.
The event will benefit the Lancer Dancers and junior varsity Xcalibur dance teams throughout the year. The $175 tournament fee includes a round of golf, dinner in The Crossings’ clubhouse and performances by the dance teams.
For more information about sponsorships, registration, and donations, click here.
[Link: Lancer Dancers via North County Times]
by The Editors on September 16, 2007
Nothing. Okay, bad joke. We apologize. The Museum of Making Music is one of Carlsbad’s most interactive, educational, entertainment experiences yet we are continually forgetting that it exists. As a reminder here’s what’s coming up on Saturday September 22:
The World Beat Rhythms (WBR) interactive concert performance features Ed Roscetti & Maria Martinez, both critically acclaimed drummers, composers, authors, and educators. They combine a wide range of percussion instruments and drumset to perform an eclectic mix of hybrid compositions in a World Music setting. . . . WBR offers a six-piece ensemble made up of four multi-percussionists, a guitarist and a bassist. Chanting vocals are incorporated, adding layers of dynamic improvisation. Audience participation (voluntary) on shakers and hand drums provided by WBR always proves to be a favorite part of the show.
Reservations are required and tickets are $12 ($10 for museum members). Contact Jillian Jepsen at (760) 438-5996, ext. 212 for tickets.
[Link: Museum of Making Music]
by The Editors on September 16, 2007
On the weekend of September 22-23, 2007 Carlsbad’s Armada Drive will be closed to traffic and then covered in chalk drawings, lined with booths, and filled with art afficionados as Art Spash returns for it’s 5th year.
ArtSplash … is a FREE, two-day, non-profit, family event that promotes and benefits arts within the community. ArtSplash is a community-wide partnership of organizations and businesses working together to establish an Annual Family Event showcasing North County.
Art Splash features chalk drawings, live art performances, musicians, street entertainers and great food in the form the concurrently running 11th Annual Taste of Carlsbad. And trust us, Art Splash is a lot cooler than its event logo logo would suggest. Don’t miss it.
[Link: Art Spash]
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