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Hey Oceanside, hope your week’s off to a good start! In case you missed yesterday’s email, BaseLocal Business went live last week… and it’s going way better than I ever could have imagined!
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The more businesses we have on the platform, the more events, announcements, news, cool spots to check out, and deals we’ll have to share with you all every week. So if you know of a local business that belongs in the newsletter, forward this email to them or send ‘em here so they sign up too! The more the merrier 🙂
That’s all for today – let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Classical inspiration takes center stage: Oceanside’s Kathleen Scoggin won third place for her mixed-media painting Midnight Magic at the San Diego Watercolor Society’s January show, which remains on display at Liberty Station through Jan. 31 — get details on the exhibition.
Savings fuel expanded services: The San Diego Food Bank opened a permanent 60,000-square-foot Vista facility, strengthening North County food distribution with expanded cold storage, a larger Client Choice Pantry, and an on-site Diaper Bank — see how the move helps.
Colorful spring tradition returns: Carlsbad’s Flower Fields will bloom March 1 to May 10, bringing 55 acres of color and a new butterfly greenhouse. Tickets and season passes are on sale now — get all the details.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had its best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
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Highlights this week:
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🫶 We got your back
Boost your word power: Today, two-time San Diego County Regional Spelling Bee champion Mihir Konkapaka hosts a free workshop for students prepping for school and regional bees. Expect tips on etymology, language patterns, and reading diacritical marks. Registration is required. Get all the details.
Work-ready, all-day comfy: Whether you’re clocking in, hitting the Guajome trails, or just need shoes that last past lunch, Boot World offers expert fit help and a deep lineup from Timberland PRO, KEEN, UGG, and Dr. Martens. Local since 1975, still dialed for everyday comfort.
Oceanside wine night: Claim a seat on the covered, heated patio, catch up with friends, and sip small-batch, California-style pours at Coomber Craft Wines. Dogs and kids welcome. A low-effort local treat that turns any weekday into a little celebration.
A new haircare solution: My hair’s been thinning and I’ve been quietly ignoring it, hoping it’ll fix itself. Plot twist… it hasn’t. When I finally started looking into what I should do, there were so many options I didn’t know where to start. I stumbled on Keranique, and its simplicity really sold me. One kit, no pills, no choosing products, and no confusion whatsoever. It’s also on sale with a money-back guarantee (although I doubt you’ll need it).
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🛍 New Year, New Finds Market @ Burtech Family Vineyard Tasting Room | Wednesday (1/21) at 3:00 PM – Think your resolutions include “buy local” and “drink better wine”? Swing by Burtech Family Vineyard for a laid-back market with artisan vendors, live music, desserts and pizza, and Burtech pours, then call it supporting small business, socializing, and self-care. No RSVP, wander in.
🍷 Bordeaux Blend Release Party @ Burtech Family Vineyard Tasting Room | Friday (1/23) at 4:00 PM – Whether you can blind taste Cab Franc or just appreciate a solid pour, BFV is debuting its limited-production 2021 Sonoma Valley Bordeaux Blend in the Vista tasting room. Members get a complimentary taste and 30% off bottles all weekend, which pairs nicely with feeling smug.
🌙 Paint n Party – Moonlit Vineyard @ CoLab Public House | Friday (1/23) at 6:00 PM – Paint a dreamy, moonlit vineyard at Propaganda Wine Co. in Vista, where the vibe is impressionistic and the wine actually pairs with your brushstrokes. They supply the canvas, brushes, and a pour, you bring your inner Monet, a relaxed wrist, and zero perfectionism.
This weekend
🎟 Clippers Game Fundraiser @ Frontwave Arena | Saturday (1/24) at 6:00 AM – Nothing beats Star Wars Night hoops when your ticket helps Westwood Elementary. Hit Frontwave Arena to cheer the Clippers vs. OKC Blue, grab light saber thundersticks, and add a team hat if you like, all while supporting local kids, sports, and your inner nerd.
🌱 Alta Vista Gardens Volunteer Opportunity @ Alta Vista Botanical Gardens | Saturday (1/24) at 9:30 AM – Trade the treadmill for trowels and help tidy Alta Vista’s Pond and Inspirational Rock gardens. It’s a monthly clip, trim, and plant session with good company, fresh air, and a waived entry fee. Bring gloves, hand clippers, and meet Suzanne at the entrance.
🎶 Daniel Ho @ Spotify | Sunday (1/25) at 11:00 AM – Ready for some island air without leaving Oceanside? Grammy-winning musician Daniel Ho brings ukulele, slack-key guitar, and stories that go down easy, perfect for folks who prefer quality tunes, good company, and getting home before the parking gods turn fickle.
🐱 Cat & Kitten Cuddle Hours @ Love Your Feral Felines | Sunday (1/25) at 12:00 PM – Craving purr therapy that doesn’t involve assembling IKEA? Hit Vista’s cage-free Adoption Center for Cat Cuddle Hours, an hour with up to 30 felines for a small donation that funds rescues. Weekends get busy, so reserve online, and fill the pre-adoption form if you’re smitten.
Live music & entertainment:
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📻 Oceanside report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 66°F – Low: 53°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 66. West wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 53. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 63°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 3%
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 63. Southeast wind around 5 mph. Later: Patchy fog after 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54.
This house is wild
One mile from the sand, this detached 3-bed, 2-bath sits in a quiet gated enclave with privacy and coastal convenience. Sunlit interiors and an easy flow set a relaxed, open tone for daily living and entertaining. A private inner courtyard bridges indoors and out, ideal for morning coffee or al fresco meals.
The generous yard offers low-maintenance landscaping with room for gardening, pets, and gatherings. Residents enjoy a park-like green for picnics and play. Low HOA fees and a South O address place coffee shops, restaurants, coastal trails, and neighborhood businesses just minutes away.
Take a peek inside →
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