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May 05
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City of Carlsbad
Join us for an author talk with Ann Napolitano on Saturday, May 11 at the Dove Library. She will discuss the re-release of her first book "Within Arm's Reach" as well as her other novels. Author talk with Ann Napolitano Dove Library, Children's Garden Saturday May 11, 2 p.m. Food and drink are welcome
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Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce
Carlsbad Village Street Faire returns Sunday, May 5 and several streets will be closed in the Village. There will be thousands of drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians heading to and from downtown, so please slow down, be alert and stay safe! Downtown streets that will be closed from approximately 4 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday include: -Grand Avenue from Carlsbad Boulevard to Jefferson Street -Washington Street from Carlsbad Village Drive to Christiansen Way -State Street from Carlsbad Village Drive to Beech Street -Roosevelt Street from Carlsbad Village Drive to Beech Street -Madison Street from Carlsbad Village Drive to south of Arbuckle Place -Christiansen Way between State Street and the east side of the Carlsbad Coaster Station entrance Or better yet, skip the parking hassle and use our complimentary bike valet š² Learn more: https://loom.ly/RH7aQYg Event info: https://loom.ly/o0_NW14 Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Engel & Vƶlkers Carlsbad San Diego County Bicycle Coalition
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City of Carlsbad
The next City Council meeting will take place Tuesday, May 7, starting at 5 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. Topics include: ā¢ An agreement that will enable the Fire Department and other firefighting agencies participating on a specialized urban search and rescue task force to be reimbursed by the state for associated costs ā¢ A contract to replace the audio and video systems at the Schulman Auditorium at Dove Library ā¢ A contract to replace a water pipeline on Valley Street and a sewer pipeline on Foxtail Loop. ā¢ An agreement with an engineering firm to design road improvements on Faraday Avenue in preparation for Veterans Memorial Park, scheduled to open in 2026 ā¢ Ending the local storm-related emergency proclamation to remove debris from the Buena Vista Creek channel and continuing another one to repair a slope between El Camino Real and Trieste Drive. These proclamations must be renewed at each regular City Council meeting until the emergency is declared over. ā¢ A proposed plan to spend federal Community Development Block Grant funding to help people with low incomes find housing ā¢ A report on the cityās vehicle fleet and how itās managed and financed ā¢ Changes to how the city manages its Capital Improvement Program, which is a plan for building and funding future infrastructure projects across the city Agenda and staff reports š https://loom.ly/2v6xtwA
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City of Carlsbad
Join us on Saturday, May 11 for our annual Hot Rods & Cool Treats carnival and classic car show. Grab the family and come on out for some good old-fashioned fun at Pine Avenue Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. šÆTest your game skills in Can-Knock-Down, Ring Toss, Frog Hopper, and more. š¦Build your own sundae at the ice cream bar šVote on your favorite car in the classic car show. š¹Enjoy live music covering decades of sounds. šCarnival tickets, food, and drinks are available for purchase at the event. https://loom.ly/1muGZ6E
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Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce
Skip the hassle of looking for a parking spot on May 5 at the Carlsbad Village Street Faire. Ride your bike and check it into our complimentary bike valet! A bike valet is like a coat check for bikes. š² Ride your bike or e-bike to the valet check in station at 2965 Roosevelt St. š An attendant with San Diego County Bike Coalition will attach a claim tag to your bike and give you a matching claim wristband š Enjoy the faire knowing your bike and accessories are kept safe š Check back in to the bike valet station to pick up your bike by 5 p.m. Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce San Diego County Bicycle Coalition Engel & Vƶlkers Carlsbad
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City of Carlsbad
This week Iāll tell you how you can meet your new Police Chief, see our latest public art and care for Carlsbadās natural environment all year long. Hereās the full line up: š¹ Coffee With the Chief coming to a neighborhood near you š¹ Extending our Earth Month commitment all year long š¹ New installation features āArt All Overā š¹ A unique night out takes you back in time š¹ Celebrate comics at the library š¹ Whatās on the agenda for your next City Council meeting š¹ Street fair turns 50, now features a bike valet š¹ Donāt forget to follow Carlsbad on social media š https://conta.cc/3WI6GqL
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Spring species spotlight
Welcoming spring with the return of a feathered friend
If birdwatching is on your spring bucket list, this is a great time of year to catch a glimpse of the Least Bellās vireo. This unassuming songbird is a state and federal endangered species that returns to Southern California in March and April after spending the winter in Baja California.
- Least Bellās vireo are small and gray with short rounded wings and a straight bill.
- Despite their ashy gray color, their songs are bright and beautiful.
- During breeding season, you can hear males marking their territory with a question-and-answer song that sounds like Cheetle-cheetle-cheetle-chee? Cheetle-cheetle-cheetle-chew.
- Fun fact: There are no documented sightings of the Least Bellās vireo drinking water. They appear to get all the water they need from the insects they eat.
Least Bellās vireo live in riparian wetland habitats, such as those found in north Carlsbad. These areas boast vegetation like cattail, mulefat, bulrush and salt heliotrope, which thrive in moist soil conditions.
The City of Carlsbadās Habitat Management Plan helps protect endangered species like the Least Bellās vireo, a key goal outlined in the City Councilās 5-Year Strategic Plan.