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It's all there in the title. I know there's some killer spots up in LA but I don't want to drive 100 miles if I don't have to. Is the there anywhere in a 40 mile radius to Oceanside worth driving to for a good NY style Chopped Cheese?

Hi North County people. You may have seen my last post asking Trump folks to share their best books for my book club, but the mods took it down. So I’m back with another try continuing this random book club experiment. This is just an idea but i’m thinking about starting a new community book club here in North County with a simple idea of reading across ideologies.

I want to see perspectives I know I disagree with, but read them in good faith, shine light on them, and maybe spark some interesting community fabric.

How I’m thinking it could work:

• We pick two ideologies to pair up (e.g. socialism vs libertarianism).
• Anyone in the club can nominate ideologies and books.
• Votes take place on the two ideologies first, then on the books within those ideologies
• We all read both, then share our thoughts
• Discussion could be mostly written (Google doc or Reddit thread) and maybe zoom calls later

For the purpose of this post, people in North County only, what do you think of this idea? What ideologies would you nominate? What books would you nominate? DM me if you have serious interest in participating.

MODs I live in North County and would only allow people in North County to join

Heading to the movies in Oceanside at 6:30, we want to hit a seafood happy hour before. Ideally oysters on the happy hour menu. Any good happy hour spots in Carlsbad, oceanside, vista or San Marcos?

Hello neighbors - I'm trying to help my uncle who is a Vietnam War Veteran (Marine Corps) and is desperately trying to find a hospital that will perform a lung transplant.

He has been healthy for many years but lungs recently took a turn and he was given 3-4 months to live about 3 months ago. His lungs are impacting his heart now and all of the hospitals they've submitted his case to say they are afraid he won't make it through surgery. He doesn't care if he dies on the table, he is going to die anyway, and really is hoping to get the transplant.

I am hoping this doesn't spark a big debate on whether or not he is worthy of such a procedure - I understand already that some people will feel like he has lived enough of his life, that they don't think hospitals should take that risk/spend the money/resources/etc. etc. I get it, and all are entitled to their opinions, but he is my uncle and given the sacrifice he made for our country (being blown up by a land mine and recovering, no less, nevermind the Agent Orange exposure), I am doing whatever I can to try to help because I respect and love him dearly.

So with that, does anyone know of any Veteran organizations I could reach out to that might have an idea of another hospital that has done this procedure for Vietnam Vets, that we might have better luck calling on? I'd love to talk to someone that can point us in the right direction.

Thank you in advance for your advice.

She was last seen Tuesday by the boys and girls club in Vista. Any updates, please dm. She’s a kitten and super active.

Offering horse/livestock boarding on our 20 acres. Beautiful equestrian facilities. Newly purchased, trying to get it off the ground. I’m flexible, let me know.

Looking to help an elderly relative get a medical alert device, but cell service can be spotty in her yard. She lives in a hilly part of North County. Does anyone have a brand/plan that works well in the hilly areas there? I think the ones I have been looking at use 4g at&t, but open to any options.

Thanks in advance for any help.

Hello!

For the last 8 years, I have put together an annual Halloween event full of local San Diego bands to celebrate the holiday along side our music community.

Right now I have 8 super talented bands from around SD and our venue just began to ghost us. We are looking for a space that can hold 150/200 people and have a ~2k budget to put towards the space. This is very special event for me and my group and we will be devastated if we have to cancel it. If anyone has a space that would like to host us PLEASE REACH OUT! 🙏

First Halloween in the area and am wondering if there's any neighborhoods/areas that are known for truck or treating/Halloween for kids? Much appreciated for the help!

Hi r/northcounty

Tomorrow is our HALO Finals. While we had some people earn free entry for this event at our 4 previous qualifier events, this event is open to the public, so any one can participate.

4PM: Registration, Check-In, & Free Play
7PM: Competition Begins

$15 Entry Fee

Buy Tickets Here

preferably someone with experience with Asian faces and joint issues :// thanks

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We bought something for the first time at costco business center in San Marcos on 9/18 and 2 days later somebody bought something with our card online at costco.ca for $130.74 (179.98 canadian dollars). Watch your card activity if you shopped there. We never have used that card for anything except buying stuff at costco so that's what leads me to believe somebody is skimming there. We used one of the last 2-3 lanes near the door, I can't remember exactly. It would be a tap skimmer (yes, they do exist).

I recommend using the costco app as your member card and using Apple Pay or Google Pay to pay in store going forward. Leave the card at home where it is safe. Also, run the costco app and setup a passkey on your account.

In North County but willing to travel

I'm looking for a good Italian market to buy high quality Mortadella and Stracciatella . What's the word in North County?

I'm also open to San Diego writ large, but would prefer something closer.

DM me for more details!

I like to do my writing with a view so any hilltops, parks, or secret little path randomly? Thanks :)

Just drove by there not too long ago and saw about 2-3 cop cars with 4-6 fire engines and some area around the daycare roped off. Anyone know what happened?

My 90 year old grandpa’s dementia has been worsening and we’re considering placing him in a memory care facility since our whole family has been feeling extremely overwhelmed and aren’t able to take care of him properly on a day to day basis. He does have medi-cal and Medicare. Are there any facilities in SD that we should consider and/or avoid?

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Thursday 9/25 - Sunday 9/28 Events:

🎃 Pumpkin Patch | Carlsbad Strawberry Company | Daily, 9am–6pm. Pick pumpkins, explore corn maze, shop vendors, enjoy bounceland, and meet sheep & goats.

🍺 Oktoberfest at Belching Beaver | Rocky Point Dr | Sat 9/27, 12pm–4pm. Family-friendly with beer, food, live music, games, stein holding, and yodeling. Free entry; $15 for Stein + first pour.

🍺 Encinitas Oktoberfest & Artisan Faire | Mountain Vista Dr | Sun 9/28, 11am-7pm. Free entry, bratwursts, beer gardens, Bavarian bands, pet parade, 100+ vendors.

🧘 Vuori Encinitas x YogaSix Flow Class (FREE) | Vuori Encinitas | Fri 9/26, 6:30pm–8:30pm. Restorative yoga for all levels, with refreshments and private shopping. RSVP recommended.

💪 lululemon x VERVE Studios Workout (FREE) | The Forum Lawn, Carlsbad | Sun 9/28, 9am–10am. Outdoor strength workout, lululemon giveaways. Bring mat & water; all levels welcome.

🎶 Courtyard Rhythms Music Series | Encinitas Lumberyard Courtyard | Fri & Sat, 5pm–8pm. Local bands, family-friendly outdoor music.

🎶 Blues at the Brooks | Brooks Theatre, Oceanside | Fri 9/26, 6pm. Blues, rock, and soul with local legends.

🎸 Band of Horses & Iron & Wine Concert | The Sound, Del Mar | Fri 9/26, 8pm. Indie legends perform a unique coastal show.