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And on the Carlsbad Patch calendar - 2026 LeucadiART WALK

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Coffee in hand, Carlsbad? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Thinking about adopting? See which Carlsbad shelters are taking applications
  • Why a controversial ad has Carlsbad-based Callaway on the defensive

Also on today's calendar: 2026 LeucadiART WALK and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the wall say to the other wall. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Humid, with a high of 83 and low of 70 degrees.
  • Thursday: Humid with clouds and sun, temps: high: 85, low: 68.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 88 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Pet of the week: Playful Labrador Retriever puppy waiting to be adopted (sandiegouniontribune.com) — If you're looking to adopt in Carlsbad, the county's North Shelter on Palomar Airport Road and DirtyLittlePaws Rescue on Vivienda Circle are among several nearby options. A featured Labrador puppy named King is available in Rancho Santa Fe, and the roundup includes adoption details, hours, and contacts for multiple North County and San Diego shelters.
   

• Texas-based golf comapny blasted after bizarre ad sparks outrage (lmtonline.com) — Carlsbad-based golf giant Callaway is under scrutiny after a Texas partner, Good Good Golf, released and then pulled an ad many viewers said glorified violence against women. Callaway's CEO has apologized and launched an internal investigation into how the controversial "Quantum Driver" commercial was created and approved, a notable development for one of Carlsbad's best-known employers.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Here's a fun shot from the past of an adult male Allen's Hummingbird during a rain storm.
    From my observations, hummers love the rain! Carlsbad, Calif. USA. (Camera: Sony RX10 IV) (Nextdoor Rancho La Costa Central)
  • Survey for our neighbors:
    We have had multiple bobcat sightings in our backyard over the past year. Are the bobcats here to stay? I am a lover of nature, and wonder whether… (Nextdoor La Costa Valley)
  • Envoy Air, Inc. posted a job opening for Supervisor, Customer Services in Carlsbad. Apply here.
  • Glanbia Nutritionals posted a job opening for Production Supervisor in Carlsbad. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Carlsbad here.

🗞 Nearby News

Vista

Encinitas

  • Free Info Night: Italian Classes for Kids in Encinitas (kpbs.org)
  • Ocean and open water lifeguards in California should be considered first responders, lawmakers say (mercurynews.com)

Oceanside

  • Oceanside Animal Shelter Waives Adoption Fees Saturday (patch.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

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Meet me at the corner. (Thank you Earlene M. for sending it in!)
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