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Dog Days, West Coast Funnies and Longboarders Ride Into Weekend

You made it to the weekend, now what? Patch found your North County weekend events happening Aug. 9-11.

Surfs up and welcome to the weekend! 

Head to the beach and catch Oceanside's longboarders surf the high waves, bring your furry friend to Encinitas or laugh out loud in Carlsbad. 

Click on the links for more info.

OCEANSIDE LONGBOARD SURFING CLUB CONTEST & BEACH FESTIVAL

  • What's Up: The three day event will feature a longboard surfing competition, live music and more. Proceeds will benefit non-profit organizations involved with amateur surfing competition and preservation of surfing history and culture. Check Oceanside Longboard Surfing club's website for more time and details.
  • When: 6:15 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 9, Saturday, Aug. 10 & Sunday, Aug. 11. 
  • Where: Oceanside South Pier Beach & Amphitheater at Oceanside Pier, Oceanside. 
CARLSBAD COMMUNITY THEATRE GALA AND OPENING NIGHT
  • What's Up: Carlsbad Community Theatre will celebrate 30 years with an opening night of The Sound of Music. The event will a gala with light food, drinks and a silent auction. 
  • When: 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 9.
  • Where: The Star Theatre in Oceanside, 402 N. Coast Hwy., Oceanside.
  • Price: $25. 
CARDIFF DOG DAYS OF SUMMER
  • What's Up: Canine Festival and Contest will feature will feature 200 vendors, food, dog contests, pet adoptions and more. Free shuttle services will be available at Encinitas City Hall.
  • When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10. 
  • Where: Cardiff 101 Main Street, 2139 B New Castle Ave., Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
OFF TRACK GALLERY ARTIST RECEPTION
  • What's Up: Off Track Gallery will celebrate its featured artists Sharon Hoffman, Yanina Cambareri and Judy Salinsky. Light refreshments will be provided. 
  • When: 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10. 
  • Where: Off Track Gallery, 937 S. Coast Hwy., C103, Encinitas.
  • Price: Free.  
WEST COAST FUNNIES
  • What's Up: Looking for a good laugh? The variety show will blend sketch and stand-up comedy featuring Karen Rontowski. She's appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman, Comedy Central and TBS. The show will also include comedian Marc Takemiya.
  • When: 8 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10.
  • Where: Carlsbad Village Theatre, 2822 State St., Carlsbad. 
  • Price: $20-$25. 
HERITAGE PARK CONCERT SERIES
  • What's Up: Summer Concert Series will feature two musical acts, Ross Moore (Historical Fun) and Tanya (Spanish Pop). 
  • When: 4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 11. 
  • Where:  Heritage Park, 220 Peyri Dr., Oceanside.
  • Price: Free. 


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