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Apr 11
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City of Carlsbad
The spring issue of Happy Trails is here 🌿 🚶♂️ Explore Carlsbad’s 67 miles of trails, discover an Earth Month inspired hike, celebrate Arbor Day 🌳 and find volunteer opportunities to help care for local open spaces 🤝 Start exploring: https://conta.cc/3PUgWL4 You can get Happy Trails directly to your inbox by signing up here: https://loom.ly/Zdg87hg
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City of Carlsbad
🚧 Street will be closed this weekend in Carlsbad for the Carlsbad 5000 race and events, April 11-12 . This event draws thousands of runners and spectators, so expect extra traffic, plan ahead and bring your patience. 🚧 Road Closures: Saturday, April 11, 5 a.m. – Sunday, April 12, 5 p.m. ➡️ Grand Ave (Carlsbad Blvd to Washington St) Sunday, April 12, 4 a.m. – 4 p.m. ➡️ Grand Ave (Carlsbad Blvd to Washington St) ➡️ Carlsbad Village Dr (Washington St to Garfield St) ➡️ Christiansen Way (Garfield St to Carlsbad Blvd) ➡️ Tamarack Ave (Garfield St to Carlsbad Blvd) ➡️ Carlsbad Blvd (Carlsbad Village Dr to Beech Ave) Sunday, April 12, 5:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. ➡️ Carlsbad Blvd (Cannon Rd to Beech Ave) Visit event website for information about the event: carlsbad5000.com
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City of Carlsbad
🐍 The warmer spring weather means rattlesnakes and other wildlife are more active earlier. Most bites happen between April and October, so it’s a good time to stay alert outdoors. Here are a few quick safety tips: • Stay aware of your surroundings and avoid tall grass or brush • Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes outside • Keep dogs leashed and close to you • Keep yards tidy and clear areas where snakes may hide If you see a rattlesnake, keep your distance and slowly back away. For emergencies or bites, call 9-1-1. For non-emergency situations where a rattlesnake poses an immediate risk, contact the San Diego Humane Society Humane Law Enforcement team at 619-299-7012 (press 1 for Dispatch). More rattlesnake safety tips: https://loom.ly/hj9Wq10
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🌳 Join us for Arbor Day in Carlsbad The City of Carlsbad is celebrating Arbor Day with a community tree planting event at Poinsettia Community Park, marking our 22nd consecutive year as a Tree City USA. 📅 April 25, 8–10:30 a.m. 📍 Poinsettia Community Park, 6600 Hidden Valley Road 🕗 Registration begins at 8 a.m. followed by a tree planting demonstration at 8:30. 🛠️ Tools and snacks will be provided so wear work gloves, sunscreen and closed-toe shoes and bring water. If you’re planning to volunteer, please RSVP by April 23 https://loom.ly/Ezn1Ikk Questions? Email Kalyn Autry at kalyn.autry@carlsbadca.gov #EarthMonth 🌱
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City of Carlsbad
This week, we’re sharing a preview of construction plans to widen the next section of El Camino Real, an update on proposed Terramar street improvements and a look ahead to our Earth Day Celebration later this month. Here’s the full lineup: 🚗 Road widening on El Camino Real 🚶♂️ Update on Terramar street improvements project 🌎 Celebrate Earth Month with us 🌴 Apply to serve on our Environmental Sustainability Commission 🐍 Rattlesnake safety 🥕 Grow Your Garden program 🎉 Community events 🏃♀️ Streets closing for Carlsbad 5000 📝 What’s on the agenda for next City Council meeting 👉 https://conta.cc/4tDql87
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🏡 Clearing out clutter? Instead of sending those gently used items to the landfill, give them a second chance by donating them at our Donate, Don’t Waste collection event. ♻️Items accepted include small appliances like toasters or blenders, housewares & home décor, small furniture items, sporting goods, electronics & gently used clothing, shoes and accessories. 🏀🥣👕👠 No registration is required. Donate, Don’t Waste collection event 📅 Saturday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 📍 The Shoppes at Carlsbad (southwest parking lot), 2561 El Camino Real https://loom.ly/fduz7JM
Communication & Engagement
Outdoor reading at Buena Vista Reservoir Park
The City of Carlsbad celebrated the opening of its first permanent StoryWalk on Thursday, Nov. 13, welcoming a group of kindergarten students and teachers from a nearby school to enjoy an inaugural reading along the trail.
11/13/2025 4:15 PM
City Manager's Update, Nov. 6, 2025
Carlsbad’s coastline is one of our greatest treasures, and this week the city is beginning a project to enhance our iconic bluff-top walkway and access to the beach.
11/06/2025 6:00 PM
Students protect local watersheds
The City of Carlsbad partners with local schools to bring hands-on watershed education directly into classrooms, helping students understand how everyday actions affect local waterways and what they can do to keep them clean.
11/04/2025 4:50 PM
Construction to start on beach stairs and sidewalk
Construction will begin soon along Carlsbad Boulevard between Pine and Tamarack avenues to replace the upper seawall stairs and widen a portion of the sidewalk.
11/04/2025 12:59 PM
City Manager's Update, Oct. 30, 2025
With Halloween tomorrow and Daylight Saving Time ending Sunday, there will be more people out and about after dark.
10/30/2025 6:30 PM
Composting Halloween pumpkins
Once your Halloween pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns have done their duty, don’t let them haunt the landfill.
10/30/2025 2:49 PM
New bilingual Library events
Building off the success of the monthly bilingual craft night, Carlsbad City Library is launching a new Spanish language conversation program where learners of all levels can meet for a relaxed, non-instructional conversational group.
10/30/2025 1:25 PM
Terramar sidewalk and street improvements
On Oct. 28, the Carlsbad City Council approved a revised street improvements project for the Terramar area along Carlsbad Boulevard and Cannon Road, which will include new sidewalks and street resurfacing.
10/29/2025 6:50 PM
Bat species spotlight
The Halloween season is the perfect time to spotlight one of nature’s most misunderstood creatures: bats.
10/29/2025 3:00 PM
Halloween traffic safety reminders
Halloween is always a busy time in Carlsbad, so please be extra cautious when you’re on our roads. These tips can help everyone have a safe, fun evening.
10/28/2025 10:04 AM
City Manager's Update, Oct. 23, 2025
This week, the City Council took another major step forward on Veterans Memorial Park by adopting construction plans for the park and giving staff the go-ahead to seek bids from construction contractors
10/23/2025 6:30 PM
Terramar area options at City Council
On Oct. 28, the Carlsbad City Council will revisit options for improvements around the Terramar area along Carlsbad Boulevard and Cannon Road.
10/23/2025 3:05 PM
Veterans Park plans approved
On Tuesday, the Carlsbad City Council adopted construction plans and specifications for Veterans Memorial Park and authorized the City Clerk to put the project out to bid.
10/23/2025 11:00 AM
National Teen Driver Safety Week
Parents are key to keeping kids safe behind the wheel.
10/21/2025
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day 10/25
Carlsbad makes it easy to dispose of unwanted or expired medication all year long, including at a special event on Saturday, Oct. 25 as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
10/21/2025
Thriller author event
The Carlsbad City Library is celebrating spooky season with a special thriller author event. Come hear five authors discuss their newly released thrillers in the Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium.
10/20/2025 12:55 PM
Driver arrested following fatal collision
Carlsbad Police responded to a collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.
10/17/2025 5:30 PM
Bike MS road closures
10/17/2025
Trail volunteer event Oct. 25
10/17/2025
City Manager's Update, Oct. 16, 2025
If you’ve driven on El Camino Real near Rancho Carlsbad lately, you’ve probably seen crews working on a project to widen the northbound side of the road.
10/16/2025 6:00 PM