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13th Annual Oceanside Jazz Festival at MiraCosta College

3/29/2019

The jazz program at MiraCosta College will host more than 40 performing groups from schools and professional groups around the United States and Canada as part of the 13th Annual Oceanside Jazz Festival, to be held at the college's Oceanside Campus, located at 1 Barnard Drive. Jazz choirs will perform during the day on April 11--13, and jazz bands will perform during the day on May 4. Daytime school performances, clinics and master classes are open to the public and free of charge. Each day will culminate in an evening performance featuring MiraCosta College jazz ensembles performing with prominent guest artists.

Tax Time Guide: Protect personal, financial and tax information

3/28/2019

The Internal Revenue Service today urged taxpayers to protect the security of their personal, financial and tax information. Con artists use scams and schemes to steal personal information and money from unsuspecting victims, particularly during tax time.

Empower employees to help save energy

3/28/2019

Buildings don’t use energy – people do. Your employees affect a building’s energy performance. Many people already save energy at home. Show them the connections between those good behaviors and what they can do at work. It’s the little things that, when added together, can make a big difference.

Cox Charities to celebrate 20 years of giving with 20 acts of kindness in 2019

3/28/2019

Cox Charities is celebrating 20 years of giving in California with 20 acts of kindness in San Diego and other California communities served by Cox. The acts of kindness will include funding even more high school scholarships and grants to nonprofit organizations this year, and some surprise donations that support local youth and families.

Oceanside’S World of Water CELEBRATION A Success

3/26/2019

More than 500 people visited the City of Oceanside’s World of Water event on Saturday, March 23 to celebrate water and learn how the City of Oceanside provides its customers the world’s most precious resource – water!

COASTER to Provide Additional Service on Padres Home Game Nights

3/26/2019

For baseball fans and those wishing to spend later hours in Downtown San Diego this baseball season, the North County Transit District (NCTD) will be hitting a home run by providing additional service after most* Padres games to bring people home.

LIBRARY WORKSHOPS ON FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR COLLEGE EXPENSES

3/25/2019

College is expensive. Do you want to learn about the best way to pay for it? Find out the cost? Oceanside Public Library wants to help you prepare for financial independence. Financial Planner Greg Schmitt will provide two workshops describing opportunities available to pay for college, and outline steps you can take today to get the ball rolling toward a brighter future.

CITIZENSHIP CLASS AT THE LIBRARY

3/25/2019

The Oceanside Public Library will be offering a thirteen-week Citizenship Class for eligible students to prepare for the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) Naturalization Test. Classes will be held at the Civic Center Library in the second-floor Foundation Room on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m., beginning on April 3. In this class, students will learn about U.S. history and government, and prepare for the citizenship interview. Classes will be taught by volunteer teachers who have classroom experience and training specific to the topic.

Egg Hunt & Storytime EVENTS at the Oceanside Public Library

3/25/2019

The Oceanside Public Library invites families to its annual Egg Hunt & Storytime. Egg Hunt & Storytime will be held on Friday, April 12, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. in English and 11:30 a.m. in Spanish, at the Mission Branch Library, 3861-B Mission Avenue, and on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 10:30 a.m., at the Civic Center Library, 330 North Coast Highway.

Studio ACE Spring 2019 Kids Art Camp!

3/25/2019

Studio ACE announces its Spring 2019 Art Camp for children. You can register for all classes on studioace.org, call 760-730-5203 or stop by Studio ACE at 3861 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92058, located next to the Mission Branch of the Oceanside Library.

POET KARLA CORDERO TO VISIT OCEANSIDE LIBRARY TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL POETRY MONTH

3/25/2019

Please join the Oceanside Public Library to welcome poet Karla Cordero for two special events. On Friday, April 12, at 4:00 p.m., she will facilitate a workshop at the Mission Branch Library at 3861 Mission Blvd. On Saturday, April 27, at 11:00 a.m., she will share her poetry and read from her recent book, How to Pull Apart the Earth, at the Civic Center Library at 330 North Coast Highway. See more of her work at www.karlacordero.com and follow her on Instagram (@karlaflaka13).

the veteran homeowners club SCHOLARSHIP giveaway

3/22/2019

the north county elevate my business challenge

3/22/2019

LIFT Development Enterprises (LIFT) is a not-for-profit micro small business growth accelerator program. Through workshops and mentorship, the program educates small businesses on how to become job creators, scale their business, and improve their business financial health. As a celebratory conclusion for the program’s successful graduates, a Pitch & Graduation Day is held where cash and service prizes are awarded to the top growth plan presentations, along with the opportunity to network with potential investors and partners. Post-program support is included for all graduates.

Enhance Your Business with Better Lighting through March 31

3/21/2019

There’s never been a better time to upgrade to energy-efficient lighting. With advanced technology that can lower your bills over time, instant rebates make lighting products more affordable. Take advantage of energy-saving instant rebates on discounted lighting products from local distributors through March 31. Products include interior LED troffers, outdoor fixtures, and interior high/low bay fixtures. Find a distributor now!

IRS warns of new phone scam using Taxpayer Advocate Service numbers

3/21/2019

The Internal Revenue Service today warned the public about a new twist on the IRS impersonation phone scam whereby criminals fake calls from the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS), an independent organization within the IRS.

Studio ACE Introduces Two NEW Adult Art Classes for April 2019

3/21/2019

Studio ACE announces its April line-up of NEW classes for adults. You can register for all classes on studioace.org; call 760-730-5203 or stop by Studio ACE at 3861 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92058, located next to the Mission Branch of the Oceanside Library.

IRS kicks off annual list of most prevalent tax scams:

3/19/2019

Agency warns taxpayers of pervasive phishing schemes in its ‘Dirty Dozen’ campaign

IRS YouTube Videos:
Phishing-Malware – English | Spanish | ASL
Dirty Dozen – English | Spanish | ASL

tournament of hope at arrowood golf course

3/19/2019

Grant Awarded to Oceanside Library FOR autisM-FRIENDLY PROGRAM

3/19/2019

The “Autism Welcome Here: Library Programs, Services and More” Grant Committee announced the Oceanside Public Library was one of two grant recipients this year. The Oceanside Public Library will receive $4,000 to support the “Autism-Friendly Lending Library and Family Events” program.

OCEANSIDE SENIOR CENTER HOSTS Ballroom Dance Party

3/19/2019

Oceanside's Country Club Senior Center is pleased to present The Music Station, a San Diego based ensemble on Sunday, April 14, 2019, from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. The Music Station “covers all styles of music and promises to keep guests on their feet!”

We have an all new game at codebreakers!

3/18/2019

Everyone loved the first time machine. Now we have a sequel! What did you do after finding out what happened last time? We now present Time Machine 2!

Mimi’s Brings the Soul of France to Your Table with New Spring Menu

3/18/2019

Neighborhood Bistro introduces 15 new French-inspired lunch and dinner dishes.

Need help with your energy bill?

3/18/2019

SDG&E has several assistance programs to help lower your monthly energy bill while keeping your home comfortable.

MiraCosta College’s Spring 2019 Late-Start Classes Begin March 25 – Register Now

3/18/2019

MiraCosta College spring 2019 late-start classes begin on Monday, March 25, with dozens of classes in a range of subjects, that end at the same time as “regular” courses. Late-start classes are offered days, evenings, weekends, and online. Now is the time to work toward a degree or certificate, get started in the workplace, transfer to a four-year university, enroll for personal enrichment, professional growth or gain a new skill.

At Arrowood, we punch a hole in what you think about seasonal golf course maintenance.

3/18/2019

Every spring, out of great necessity, golf courses near you do their annual “green punching” - a process that involves removing current turf in the name of fresher, healthier turf to grow in its place.