10 doctor-recommended health tips for the new year
StatePoint
January 3, 2020
Four in 10 adults in the U.S. have two or more chronic diseases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While certain conditions and risk factors are beyond one’s control, the new year is the perfect time to consider the many lifestyle choices you can make for improved health. “With...
Looking for a healthy New Year’s resolution? Don’t overlook your eyes
StatePoint
January 3, 2020
The most ambitious time of year is upon us: the time to set New Year’s resolutions. All the parties have been hosted, the marshmallows have been toasted and you’ve binged on your new favorite TV show the entire month of December. Now you’re asking yourself, “What do I want to accomplish this...
Donate food for Community Resource Center Holiday Baskets
North Coast Current
December 4, 2019
The Encinitas-based Community Resource Center seeks donations for Holiday Baskets between Dec. 6-12 and Dec. 13. The collections go toward a three-day distribution at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.
Stuff the Bus to help hungry families this season
North Coast Current
December 4, 2019
Albertsons and Vons partner with local groups for the 12th Annual Stuff the Bus Food Drive to help families.
CARLSBAD: Carols for Carlsbad highlights school music programs Dec. 7
November 30, 2019
CARLSBAD — The Carlsbad Educational Foundation invites residents to celebrate the music programs of the Carlsbad Unified School District at its annual Carols of Carlsbad event Saturday, Dec. 7, from 3 to 7 p.m. The event will be held at Omni La Costa Resort and Spa on the Plaza, 2100 Costa del Mar...
ENCINITAS: 25th holiday tree-lighting set for Dec. 6
November 30, 2019
ENCINITAS — The community is invited to the 25th Annual Encinitas Heritage Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, Dec. 6, 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the corner of 4th and C streets overlooking Moonlight Beach. To commemorate the event’s 25th anniversary, the Encinitas Historical Society has brought together local...
CARDIFF: Mingle with Kringle on Dec. 1 at Town Center
November 30, 2019
CARDFF — Cardiff 101 Main Street holds its 12th Annual Kringle Mingle from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 1, at Cardiff Town Center. There will be free photos with Santa in a vintage Camera Camper sleigh along with other activities such as children’s origami crafts provided by Know When to Fold Em and...
ENCINITAS: Heritage Ranch offers holiday family craft class Dec. 1
November 30, 2019
ENCINITAS — The San Dieguito Heritage Ranch invites families to create ornaments for their holiday trees at its Families Make History craft event on Sunday, Dec. 1, from noon to 4 p.m. The ranch is located at 450 Quail Gardens Drive in Encinitas. More information about the organization is online: ww...
CARDIFF: Nature Collective offers family activities Dec. 1
November 30, 2019
CARDIFF — The Nature Collective offers hands-on activities for families on Sunday, Dec. 1, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center, 2710 Manchester Ave. in Cardiff. Nature Collective volunteers and county park rangers will present family-friendly activity stations and presentations....
Cool on the Coast: Round out August with Leucadia art walk, family time at Del Mar track
Antonio Pequeño IV
August 17, 2019
Your roundup of events in Encinitas, Carlsbad, Solana Beach, Del Mar and the San Diego region.
Encinitas, Carlsbad residents shine in County Fair culinary contests
Lauren J. Mapp
July 6, 2019
Jars of jam, bottles of liqueurs, cookies, cakes and more lined the walls of the Del Mar Fairgrounds grandstand complex during the annual San Diego County Fair as it came to a close last week. The Home and Hobby contest drew in hundreds of competitors to more than 100 categories this year.
Fun ways to keep kids’ minds active in summer
StatePoint
June 8, 2019
A vacation from school is no excuse for a vacation from thinking. Not only can learning be made fun, but you can avoid a rusty return to school in the fall by keeping kids’ minds active all summer long. Here are a few fun ways to make thinking and learning a priority, while not detracting from the...
