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🌱 Patch AM: Which Carlsbad spots are lighting up Hanukkah this week?
You won't want to miss Boundaries Breath and Belonging on the Carlsbad Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:
- Which Carlsbad spots are lighting up Hanukkah this week?
- How did Carlsbad’s lone finalist fare at the Hamada wrestling tourney?
Also on today's calendar: Boundaries Breath and Belonging and 6 more events.
Find out what's happening in Carlsbadfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Today's riddle: Jimmy, did you crash on your bike again? You’ve lost a tooth! 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Carlsbadfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Sunday: Areas of fog, then sun, with a high of 66 and low of 47 degrees.
- Monday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 67, low: 41.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 70 and low of 44 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• A guide to San Diego area community events for Hanukkah–the Festival of Lights (sandiegouniontribune.com) — Carlsbad residents have two nearby Hanukkah celebrations coming up, with Chabad La Costa hosting menorah lightings Dec. 16 at Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Dec. 17 at The Forum Carlsbad, both featuring music, food, and crafts. The guide also highlights additional Hanukkah events across North County and greater San Diego, offering plenty of options for families to celebrate throughout the eight nights.
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• Granite Hills' Cash McClurg wins at 113 to lead Eagles in Jimmy Hamada tourney (sandiegouniontribune.com) — Carlsbad wrestling fans saw local standout Roman Zelenka reach the 138-pound final at the prestigious Jimmy Hamada Tournament hosted at La Costa Canyon, where Carlsbad placed 16th overall. Granite Hills freshman Cash McClurg stole the show with a dominant 113-pound title run, helping his team finish second behind powerhouse Anaheim Esperanza in a deep multi-state field.
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📸 Around Carlsbad
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Carlsbad
★ Featured events ★
- Boundaries Breath and Belonging
Address upon registration,
4:00 pm - Holiday Lights
2040 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista
5:00 pm - Christmas Eve Festival of Lessons & Carols
2549 Ocean St, Carlsbad
6:30 pm
Sunday December 14
Friday December 19
Wednesday December 24
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Other local events
- Bonsai Workshop at Local Roots Kombucha
Local Roots | Pizza & Tap , 1430 Vantage Ct , Vista
1:00 pm - Holiday Dinner Series with Santa
2100 Costa Del Mar Road, Carlsbad, CA, USA
4:30 pm - Real Estate & Economic Update Webinar: A Look Ahead to 2026
Online Zoom
6:00 pm - Live on Village Drive (Gregorio’s)
Gregorio's Restaurant , 300 Carlsbad Village Dr Ste 208 , Carlsbad
1:00 pm - Festival of Lights
2100 Costa Del Mar Road, Carlsbad, CA, USA
6:00 pm - Christmas Dinner in VUE
2100 Costa Del Mar Road, Carlsbad, CA, USA
5:00 pm
Sunday December 14
Monday December 15
Wednesday December 17
Saturday December 20
Thursday December 25
📣 Carlsbad Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Art in Motion: Triumph Motorcycles at OMA
Oceanside Museum of Art , 704 Pier View Wy , Oceanside
11:00 am - Bonsai Workshop at Local Roots Kombucha
Local Roots | Pizza & Tap , 1430 Vantage Ct Suite 101 , Vista
1:00 pm - The Adventures of Robin Hood
North Coast Repertory Theatre , 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr D , Solana Beach
2:00 pm - Electronic Music Track Breakdown: A Deeper Journey
Pacific View Arts Center , 380 W F St , Encinitas
2:30 pm - Winter Wonderland at Lakehouse Resort
Lakehouse Resort , 1025 La Bonita Dr , San Marcos
4:00 pm - V G Soccer Tourn vs Steele Canyon @ SDA
San Dieguito HS Academy Encinitas, CA 92024
5:00 pm
Sunday December 14
Monday December 15
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Angel is Your Rancho Coastal Humane Society Pet This Week —John Van Zante Read on Patch
- Hi neighbors,
My name is Daren, and my fiancée, Neeki and I recently joined the neighborhood. We are truly excited to be here and to become part of the community. … (Nextdoor Old Carlsbad) - I am looking at other insurance for pet insurance for my 6 yr old ShihTzu.
I can get much better coverage for the same price as the company that hasn’t paid for anything yet. But I need to decide on deductible, coverage, etc… (Nextdoor The Foothills at Carlsbad)
- ServiceMaster Clean posted a job opening for Part Time Custodian/Janitorial Second Shift in Carlsbad. Apply here.
- Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Bakery Wrapper / Clean Up in Carlsbad. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Carlsbad here.
🗞 Nearby News
Vista
- Vista Irrigation District Board Elects Officers For 2026 - (thevistapress.com)
- 20th Annual Human Trafficking Awareness Walk January 10th - (thevistapress.com)
- Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration (thevistapress.com)
Encinitas
- O'Hara named deputy mayor as Encinitas renews board appointments (thecoastnews.com)
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
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