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B4 The Malibu Times June 19, 2014 Travel YES! I want to Win a stay at SpringHill Suites in Oceanside! NAME____________________________________________________ ADDRESS__________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ TELEPHONE ——————————————————————— EMAIL ————————————————————————— SEND TO: The Malibu Times, 3864 Las Flores Canyon Road, Malibu, CA 90265. Winners will be sent the travel prize by the retailer. Contest entrants must be at least 21 years old. Employees of The Malibu Times and their families are ineligible. No purchase necessary to enter. One entry per household please. Enter to win a stay at SpringHill Suites in Oceanside! L ocated just one block from the Oceanside Pier, the SpringHill Suites Marriott embodies Oceanside’s laid-back surf culture. Nearby shops, res- taurants, recreation and train station offer easy travel and enjoyment, especially if you want to leave your car behind. Hotel amenities include a roof- top pool, fitness center, game room and complimentary cof- fee. Take a trip down to Oceanside Photos courtesy of Anthony Grant Oceanside offers pristine shoreline, recreational activity By Pam Price The Malibu Times J ust a couple of hours south of Malibu, the city of Oceanside is a perfect home base for a family friendly getaway. The seaside town offers proximity to theme parks like Legoland, SeaWorld, Disneyland, the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, plus the historic Oceanside Pier. Built in 1987, the pier is the longest wooden pier on the West Coast, spanning nearly 2,000 feet. I viewed it at sunset from the new SpringHill Suites, which opened this year. It’s near another Oceanside landmark — the “Top Gun” house. If you’ve seen the film “Top Gun” with Tom Cruise and Kelly McGillis, you’ll recognize this freshly painted Queen Ann Victoria Cottage, originally con- structed in 1887 at 102 Pacific Street. The challenge while spending just one night here was finding the best beach. One of the standouts is Buccaneer Beach, the smallest beach with a lifeguard tower. It boasts a wide, sandy shore ideal for waders, swimmers and body- boarders. Breakwater Way, just south of Oceanside Harbor, has a volleyball court and a jetty for surfers where the ocean meets the San Luis Rey River. For a family (and dog-friendly) picnic, enjoy the picnic tables, children’s play- ground and stairs for beach access at Tyson Street Beach. While in town, you might also catch the Grunion Run (marine fish found only along the coast of Southern California and Northern Baja). Runs typically occur after midnight in June, July and August. Oceanside is also one of those rare beach cities that holds fast to the past when it comes to surf his- tory. It is here that the California Surf Museum opened in 1986. “The Spiritual Triangle of Oceanside” is another story wor- thy of exploration since this allur- ing city is located in the center of three religious philosophies that attract visitors from around the world. Tours are available at the Rosicrucian Fellowship, the Mission San Luis Rey de Francia, a Franciscan Mission to the east, and the Prince of Peace Benedictine Abbey to the north. In these troubled times, a place to quietly meditate can be a meaningful respite. The archi- tecture of each reflects peace and tranquility. I hit the jackpot by arriving at the SpringHill Suites on Thursday because the streets had closed for the Sunset Market, a weekly international gathering of cuisine from around the world prepared on site. “It’s like the United Nations of cooking,” explained my col- league, who insisted that if I visit Oceanside it had to be on Thursday between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. I finally understood after perusing every cooking imagin- able from Nigerian goat meat to a giant lemon cupcake large enough for a quartet of cake lovers. From Bosnian specialties to Brazilian sandwich-style omelets, this was a fantasy of earthly delights. SpringHill Suites, the new- est beach property in Oceanside, is convenient to the beaches, shopping and irresistible Sunset Market. Adjacent to Hello Betty Seafood House, where you will find specialties on the menu such as shrimp and cheese-stuffed jalapenos to grilled platters like Mexican yellowtail. Whether you catch a wave or favor the flavors of the sea, Oceanside has what it takes to hasten your return. This pristine beach city also known as “San Diego’s North Shore” still hangs on to the mid-century surf cul- ture captured in films of yester- year (“Gidget” and “The Big Kahuna”). For more information on traveling to Oceanside, con- tact the California Welcome Center in Oceanside by call- ing 800.350.7873 or going to VisitOceanside.org. Pamela Price is the co-author of eight editions of Fun with the Family in Southern California (www.globepequot.com). Above: The rooftop pool at SpringHill Suites in Oceanside offers panoramic views of the nearby Pacific Ocean and downtown Oceanside. Below: An outdoor fireplace keeps guests cozy at night. leads the Malibu chapter of the national prayer ministry. The national ministry came to light 42 years ago in Texas when late founder of Cowboys for Christ, Ted Pressley, reached out to horse lovers, farmers, ranchers and people alike to gather together and pray for each other. “We have over 50 chapters all over the country now ... We have contractors, plumbers, teachers, and just about every type of person in our group today,” said Wengler. While Malibu is home to a large equestrian society, Wengler assures people they don’t have to be a rancher or cowboy to join them for prayer. “We are all children of God. I encourage everyone to unite with us in prayer,” he said. Nationally, Cowboys For Christ has developed a vast scope of influence. “We are the outreach to rodeos, trail rides, horse sales and services, and horse shows. We provide the ministry for those who gather. We have no buildings,” said Dave Harvey, president of the national orga- nization of Cowboys for Christ. Harvey believes it is impor- tant to keep the cowboy way of life alive because of what it symbolizes. “There is a lot more cow- boy and cowgirl in all of us than we realize,” said Harvey. “Hard work, honest living, and being thankful for our land, food and blessings are citizen.” Up until a few weeks ago, the Malibu group was normally seated at a table in Lily’s Cafe after morning prayer at the post office. But now, the cafe owner, Lily Castro, has swapped out the table for a bench. In a letter to The Malibu Times last week, Wengler called the new fur- niture “the end of an era. He said the new table didn’t allow enough intimacy for chat, but other diners speculate that the 6-foot 8-inch Wengler just may not have been comfortable sit- ting on the new church-style bench. “The table problem has since been resolved,” said Castro, who has owned the res- taurant for more than 24 years. “I had to replace the big table and chairs in the center of the cafe with a bench style table because chairs were blocking the aisles.” “Change is OK and the power of prayer has helped so many people in Malibu throughout the years,” said Wengler. “We just have a differ- ent table now.” The group of cowboys also provides demonstrations and clinics to help people learn about their industry. For exam- ple, they set up clinics to teach adults and kids about horses and how to grow as horsemen. “There are many possibili- ties for this kind of ministry. It gets people involved with things they love to do and learn about God in the process,” said Harvey. Cowboys for Christ From page B1 “There is a lot more cowboy and cowgirl in all of us than we realize.” DAVE HARVEY NATIONAL PRESIDENT COWBOYS FOR CHRIST Are You Reaching ALL your Potential Customers? Newspaper [12,000 copies weekly 30,000 readers weekly] Magazine [25,000 copies bi-monthly 100,00 readers bi-monthly] Website [100,000 monthly unique visitors 170,000 monthly page views] Daily headlines [4,000 plus subscribers daily and growing] Facebook [1,990 friends] Twitter [1,800 followers] The Malibu Times Can Do It ALL for You 310.456.5507 | MalibuTimes.com Imagine your ad here… Imagine over 25,000 potential customers reading it… Now make it a Reality! Call 310-456-5507 x 108 Let us help you fill it! Call Teresa at 310.456.5507 x 108 Or come on in, walk-ins welcome! Have an empty rental? B1-4,7,8,14 6-12-14.indd 4 6/17/14 7:45 PM
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YES! I want to Win a stay at SpringHill Suites in Oceanside!
Name ____________________________________________________
address__________________________________________________
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email ————————————————————————— SEND TO: The Malibu Times, 3864 Las Flores Canyon Road, Malibu, CA 90265. Winners will be sent the travel prize by the retailer. Contest entrants must be at least 21 years old.Employees of The Malibu Times and their families are ineligible. No purchase necessary to enter. One entry per household please.
Enter to win a stay at SpringHill Suites in Oceanside!
Located just one block from the Oceanside Pier,
the SpringHill Suites Marriott embodies Oceanside’s laid-back surf culture. Nearby shops, res-taurants, recreation and train station offer easy travel and
enjoyment, especially if you want to leave your car behind. Hotel amenities include a roof-top pool, fitness center, game room and complimentary cof-fee.
Take a trip down to Oceanside
Photos courtesy of Anthony G
rant
Oceanside offers pristine shoreline, recreational activity
By Pam PriceThe Malibu Times
Just a couple of hours south of Malibu, the city of Oceanside is a perfect home base for a
family friendly getaway. The seaside town of fers
proximity to theme parks like Legoland, SeaWorld, Disneyland, the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, plus the historic Oceanside Pier.
Built in 1987, the pier is the longest wooden pier on the West Coast, spanning nearly 2,000 feet. I viewed it at sunset from the new SpringHill Suites, which opened this year. It’s near another Oceanside landmark — the “Top Gun” house.
If you’ve seen the film “Top Gun” with Tom Cruise and Kelly McGillis, you’ll recognize this freshly painted Queen Ann Victoria Cottage, originally con-structed in 1887 at 102 Pacific Street.
The challenge while spending just one night here was finding the best beach.
One of the standouts is Buccaneer Beach, the smallest beach with a lifeguard tower. It boasts a wide, sandy shore ideal for waders, swimmers and body-boarders. Breakwater Way, just south of Oceanside Harbor, has a volleyball court and a jetty for surfers where the ocean meets the San Luis Rey River. For a family (and dog-friendly) picnic, enjoy the picnic tables, children’s play-ground and stairs for beach access at Tyson Street Beach.
While in town, you might also catch the Grunion Run (marine fish found only along the coast of Southern California and Northern Baja). Runs typically occur after midnight in June, July and August.
Oceanside is also one of those rare beach cities that holds fast to the past when it comes to surf his-tory. It is here that the California Surf Museum opened in 1986.
“The Spiritual Triangle of Oceanside” is another story wor-
thy of exploration since this allur-ing city is located in the center of three religious philosophies that attract visitors from around the world. Tours are available at the Rosicrucian Fellowship, the Mission San Luis Rey de Francia, a Franciscan Mission to the east, and the Prince of Peace Benedictine Abbey to the north. In these troubled times, a place to quietly meditate can be a meaningful respite. The archi-tecture of each reflects peace and tranquility.
I hit the jackpot by arriving at the SpringHill Suites on Thursday because the streets had closed for the Sunset Market, a weekly international gathering of cuisine from around the world prepared on site.
“It’s like the United Nations of cooking,” explained my col-league, who insisted that if I visit Oceanside it had to be on Thursday between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. I finally understood after perusing every cooking imagin-able from Nigerian goat meat to a giant lemon cupcake large enough for a quartet of cake lovers. From Bosnian specialties to Brazilian sandwich-style omelets, this was a fantasy of earthly delights.
SpringHill Suites, the new-est beach property in Oceanside, is convenient to the beaches, shopping and irresistible Sunset Market.
Adjacent to Hello Betty Seafood House, where you will find specialties on the menu such as shrimp and cheese-stuffed jalapenos to grilled platters like Mexican yellowtail.
Whether you catch a wave or favor the flavors of the sea, Oceanside has what it takes to hasten your return. This pristine beach city also known as “San
Diego’s North Shore” still hangs on to the mid-century surf cul-ture captured in films of yester-year (“Gidget” and “The Big Kahuna”).
For more information on traveling to Oceanside, con-tact the California Welcome Center in Oceanside by call-ing 800.350.7873 or going to VisitOceanside.org.
Pamela Price is the co-author of eight editions of Fun with the Family in Southern California (www.globepequot.com).
Above: The rooftop pool at SpringHill Suites in Oceanside offers panoramic views of the nearby Pacific Ocean and downtown Oceanside. Below: An outdoor fireplace keeps guests cozy at night.
leads the Malibu chapter of the national prayer ministry.
The national ministry came to light 42 years ago in Texas when late founder of Cowboys for Christ, Ted Pressley, reached out to horse lovers, farmers, ranchers and people alike to gather together and pray for each other.
“We have over 50 chapters all over the country now ... We have contractors, plumbers, teachers, and just about every type of person in our group today,” said Wengler.
While Malibu is home to a large equestrian society, Wengler assures people they don’t have to be a rancher or cowboy to join them for prayer.
“We are all children of God. I encourage everyone to unite with us in prayer,” he said.
Nationally, Cowboys For Christ has developed a vast scope of influence.
“We are the outreach to rodeos, trail rides, horse sales and services, and horse shows. We provide the ministry for those who gather. We have no buildings,” said Dave Harvey, president of the national orga-nization of Cowboys for Christ.
Harvey believes it is impor-tant to keep the cowboy way of life alive because of what it symbolizes.
“There is a lot more cow-boy and cowgirl in all of us than we realize,” said Harvey. “Hard
work, honest living, and being thankful for our land, food and blessings are citizen.”
Up until a few weeks ago, the Malibu group was normally seated at a table in Lily’s Cafe after morning prayer at the post office. But now, the cafe owner, Lily Castro, has swapped out the table for a bench. In a letter to The Malibu Times last week, Wengler called the new fur-niture “the end of an era. He said the new table didn’t allow enough intimacy for chat, but other diners speculate that the 6-foot 8-inch Wengler just may not have been comfortable sit-ting on the new church-style bench.
“The table problem has since been resolved,” said Castro, who has owned the res-taurant for more than 24 years.
“I had to replace the big table and chairs in the center of the cafe with a bench style table because chairs were blocking the aisles.”
“Change is OK and the power of prayer has helped so many people in Malibu throughout the years,” said Wengler. “We just have a differ-ent table now.”
The group of cowboys also provides demonstrations and clinics to help people learn about their industry. For exam-ple, they set up clinics to teach adults and kids about horses and how to grow as horsemen.
“There are many possibili-ties for this kind of ministry. It gets people involved with things they love to do and learn about God in the process,” said Harvey.
Cowboys for ChristFrom page B1
“There is a lot more cowboy and cowgirl in all of us than we realize.”
DAVE HARVEYNATIONAL PRESIDENT COWBOYS FOR CHRIST
Are You Reaching ALL your Potential Customers?
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Imagine over 25,000 potential customers
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Now make it a Reality!
Call 310-456-5507 x 108
Let us help you fi ll it!Call Teresa at 310.456.5507 x 108Or come on in, walk-ins welcome!
Have an empty rental?
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