Good morning Carlsbad! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
Also on today's calendar: Brother Benno's Thrift Shop's Halloween-themed Last Saturday Sale and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What's black & white and read all over? 🤔 (Answer below!)
☑️ Important voting information: The Nov. 3 general election is coming up. Official California election resources: Find a ballot drop box or vote center | Register to vote | Check your registration | Absentee, mail and early voting.
• Carlsbad unveils $21M Monroe Street Pool renovation (thecoastnews.com) — Carlsbad's Monroe Street Pool is reopening Nov. 3 after a $21 million renovation that expanded the pool, upgraded locker rooms, and added more shade, seating, and parking. Funded by voter-approved Measure J, the project also modernized aging systems, improved energy efficiency with new solar, and incorporated community feedback to increase lap lanes and overall swimming access for residents.
• Open Division bracket set as regular season reaches final Friday; here's what's up for grabs (sandiegouniontribune.com) — Carlsbad High's football team has secured a spot in the CIF San Diego Section Open Division, joining Mission Hills, Cathedral Catholic and La Costa Canyon in a four-team playoff to decide the section's top program. Final regular-season games Friday will shape seeding across all divisions, with MaxPreps rankings and league titles determining where many North County teams land.
• German Shepherd Left on the Side of the Road With a 'Free Dog' Sign Gets a Second Chance When Someone Stops to Help (pethelpful.com) — A runner in Carlsbad spotted a German Shepherd tied to a trash can with a "free dog" sign and called Carlsbad police for help. Officers brought the dog, now named Sam, to San Diego Humane Society's Oceanside campus, where staff say he's thriving and eagerly awaiting adoption into a permanent home.
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Carlsbad PatchAM possible:
Click here to show your appreciation! 💚
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Vista
Encinitas
Ok Carlsbad! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What's black & white and read all over?" — The Patch Newsletter! (Thank you Cat H. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what's happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.
Sign up for free local newsletters and alerts for the
Carlsbad Patch
Patch.com is the nationwide leader in hyperlocal news.
Visit Patch.com to find your town today.