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5 Things for Thursday: Learn to Tie a Shoelace in 1 Second, Fun Events Tonight and More
Notes of interest for Carlsbad residents this Thursday Aug. 1

1- Señor Grubby’s in Carlsbad presents its 5th Anniversary & “I Love A Clean San Diego” Benefit Party on Thursday. The event features raffles, silent auctions, giveaways and much more. Swing by from 6-9pm at the restaurant located at 377 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad 92008.
3. Pro surfer Bethany Hamilton will greet fans in Encinitas today at Hansen's from 5-8 p.m.
4. Have soda sales gone flat? Last year, the average American guzzled 44 gallons of soda, down from 54 gallons a year in 1998. Analysts cite health concerns and an industry shift toward non-carbonated drinks. Have you cut your soda consumption? Tell us in the comments.
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