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Good morning Carlsbad! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Carlsbad golfer turned 711 golf tees into history
  • How will new MiraCosta leadership and vet services impact Carlsbad?

Also on today's calendar: Peace Out 2025 - NYE at the Living Coast and 2 more events.

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Today's riddle: What two things can you never eat for breakfast? . 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Carlsbadfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Monday: Sunshine and pleasant, with a high of 71 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 74, low: 61.
  • Wednesday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 68 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 25 CA Guinness World Records Set Or Broken In 2025 (patch.com) — A Carlsbad golfer, Anya Bannasch, earned a Guinness World Record by fitting 711 golf tees into her hair during a colorful challenge taken on in Carlsbad in November 2024. Her quirky feat is highlighted among 25 Guinness records set or broken across California in 2025, ranging from sports and music to unusual collections and charity efforts.
   

• Who's News: 1/2/26 (thecoastnews.com) — Carlsbad residents are represented in new MiraCosta College leadership, with trustee Frank Merchat, who represents eastern Carlsbad, elected board president. Locals may also benefit from Helping Paws’ new spay/neuter program at Mohnacky Animal Hospital in Carlsbad, alongside several regional student honors, scientific awards, and business milestones across North County.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Monday December 29
  • Make It! Card Making and Gift Wrap Station
    San Diego Public Library - Central Library , 330 Park Blvd. , San Diego
    1:00 pm
  • LEGO Power Hour
    Mission Hills Branch Library , 215 W. Washington St. , San Diego
    3:30 pm
  • REC SHOOTING
    35402 Henderson Rd , Pala
    4:00 pm
  • Teen Game Room
    San Diego Public Library - Central Library , 330 Park Blvd. , San Diego
    5:00 pm
    • Tuesday December 30
  • Tinker Tuesdays
    Mission Hills Branch Library , 215 W. Washington St. , San Diego
    5:00 pm
  • Picture This!
    San Diego Public Library - Central Library , 330 Park Blvd. , San Diego
    6:00 pm
    • Wednesday December 31
  • Closed to Public
    Kensington/Normal Heights Branch Library , 4121 Adams Avenue , San Diego
  • Genealogy Research: Meet with our volunteer genealogist 10am to Noon
    San Diego Public Library - Central Library , 330 Park Blvd. , San Diego
    10:00 am
  • AGIF New Year's Eve
    Veterans Association of North County , 1617 Mission Ave , Oceanside
    7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Rockbelle is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week —John Van Zante Read on Patch
  • Hello neighbors!
    I’m a local baker with 10 years of experience and pastry experience , specializing in homemade desserts for events, parties, and get-togethers of all… (Nextdoor Poinsettia)
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    Make it a Happy New Year bonus. They work hard for you throughout the year--show them your appreciation! (Nextdoor Tamarack Point)
  • Davidson Hospitality Group posted a job opening for Housekeeping Houseperson-Rooms-Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach in Carlsbad. Apply here.
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Cake Decorator in Carlsbad. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Carlsbad here.

🗞 Nearby News

Encinitas

  • Encinitas City Council Unanimously Approves Salary Increases in New 4-Year Contract with Firefighters (hoodline.com)
  • Is This One Of Europe's Best Surf Shops? (surfer.com)
  • A Hanukkah Musical Composed and Performed by Jewish Youth (sdjewishworld.com)

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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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Lunch and dinner. (From Norine S.)
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