August 2017
Summertime and the livin’ is easy
We are in the height of our beautiful summer season and all that goes along with it. How blessed we are to have access to such a plethora of activities and adventures. Carlsbad Lifestyle has helped you out this month with some fun ideas on how to enjoy the dog days of summer… from Del Mar Dog Beach to Hawaii,…...more
Switchfoot’s BRO-AM Benefit Dinner
The stunning evening included an incredible Silent and Live action experiences, Five Star cuisine and imbibements, along with a private Switchfoot concert. Evening raised over $200,000 for local non-profits such as: A Step Beyond, Challenged Athletes Foundation, Feeding San Diego, Rob Machado Foundation, StandUp for Kids and VH1's Save the Music. broam.org...more
Switchfoot’s BRO-AM Beach Fest
The annual celebration was held in June at Moonlight Beach. The event was complete with surf contests, free concert, and numerous vendor booths… and lots of fun for all ages. It celebrated community and brought awareness and funds for local youth organizations. broam.org...more
August 2017 Around Town
Many artists from the Carlsbad area will be showcasing their work at Art Walk @ Liberty Station Saturday, Aug. 12 and Sunday, Aug. 13 in the Arts District at Liberty Station. The artists include Wade Koniakowsky, Gregg Visintainer, Justin Coopersmith, Darlene Katz and Sergei Rusakoff. The free weekend-long festival is returning to Liberty Station’s Ingram Plaza for its 12th year…...more
Quick Trips on the Coaster Just One Zone Away
The echo of the Coaster's horn blowing through downtown Carlsbad is no foreign sound to any locals, but it may leave some wondering where the train is going? With amazing ocean scenery and no traffic, the NCTD Coaster is an affordable and fun way to get around. Most of us think of commuters or Padres fans using the Coaster to…...more
Life’s a Beach!
Featuring over seventy miles of coastline, San Diego County is truly a beach-lovers paradise, and for lucky Carlsbad residents, many of the best beaches are in North County. Not all beaches are the same. Sure, every beach is "...a pebbly or sandy shore, adjacent to a seashore..." but what if you'd rather surf than sunbathe, or maybe your grandchildren are visiting…...more
The Great Escape
Since White Heat was the first movie filmed on the island in 1934 to 2015’s Jurassic World, Kauai has been the stunning backdrop of more than 60 movies. Check out some of the views featured in the films, including waterfalls and the Na Pali Coast sea cliffs on a relaxing helicopter tour, or dive deep into a more intimate view…...more
BBQ TIPS FROM CARLSBAD LEADING MEN
Mix together -1/2 cup Worcestershire Sauce -1/4 cup of light Soy Sauce -Sprinkle black pepper and granulated garlic powder (or fresh) directly on chops -Pour the liquid over them and rub lightly into chops. -Put them all in a baggie for at least two hours, refrigerate. -Marinate for 7 hours -Take out of fridge an hour and bring to room temp. -Grill on high heat, about 3-4…...more
Glamour, Glitz, Hats and Heels
The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce held their annual Glamour, Glitz, Hats and Heels event, a fundraiser for Women's Empowerment International, on June 9 at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa. Seventy attendees enjoyed tea and a fashion show by cabi Clothing and Audrey's Boutique. Speakers this year were Carol Clause, past president of Women Empowerment International and Kristianne Kurner,…...more