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Tuesday Oct 13 (1)

• Belly Up Show Night: What to Know (Solana Beach)
  Belly Up show night in Solana Beach: the real parking story, PJ's spots before or after, last COASTER trains, and who to text if you forgot something.

Monday Oct 12 (9)

• iPhone Help: Spam Calls, Locked Out, Find My, Codes
  Stop spam calls, turn off call screening, get back into a locked iPhone, turn off Find My, fix missing codes: Apple's own steps, picked for you.
• Zelle or Venmo Scam? Locked Account? What to Do Now
  Scammed on Zelle or Venmo, sent money to the wrong person, or locked out? The steps from Zelle's and Venmo's own help pages, and what you can get back.
• Start a Small Business in San Diego: The 4 Filings
  Starting a small business in San Diego County: the DBA ($54, 40 days), seller's permit, Statement of Information and EDD account, with deadlines.
• Locked Out of Your Apple, Google or Microsoft Account?
  Locked out of Apple, Google, Microsoft, Spotify or Venmo? Pick yours and get the official recovery steps: lost phone, forgot password, or hacked.
• Late Library Books? No Fines, but the 28-Day Rule
  San Diego County Library has no late fines, but day 28 bills the book as lost. The clock, the 24/7 book drops, renewals, and PJ's library run.
• Is This Text a Scam? Check USPS, Toll, DMV, IRS Texts
  Got a text about a package, unpaid toll, the DMV or IRS? Check it against what each agency says it never does, report it, and what to do if you clicked.
• How to Get a Birth Certificate in San Diego County
  Get a San Diego County birth certificate: $34 in person (San Marcos is closest), online via VitalChek, or by mail. Who can get a certified copy.
• Got a Letter? Deadline Calculator: IRS, Medicare, EDD
  Got an IRS, Medicare, EDD, Covered California or CalFresh letter? Enter its date and see your deadline, days left and what happens if you miss it.
• DMV Wait Times San Diego: Best Time to Go Today
  San Diego County DMV wait times: Clairemont, San Marcos, Oceanside, Poway and more, with the DMV's own average wait by hour and the best time to go today.

Sunday Oct 11 (10)

• Who Fixes What in Solana Beach, Del Mar, Encinitas
  Handyman, auto shop, appliance, computer and phone repair, blinds, locks, pests: who licenses each in California, how to check, the red flags, and a local who helps.
• Tesla Supercharger Cardiff, 815 Birmingham Dr: What to Know
  PJ charged at Cardiff's new Tesla Supercharger, 815 Birmingham Dr, on Oct 1, 2026: 12 V4 stalls, $0.43/kWh, the 80% fee rule, El Pueblo and a car wash.
• Tesla App Setup: Phone Key, Charge Limit, Schedule
  Set up a Tesla in the app: Phone Key, the 80% daily charge limit, a charging schedule that fits SDG&E's cheap hours, and family drivers.
• Stuck on a Government Website? North County Help Desk
  Medicare.gov, Login.gov, ID.me, my Social Security, SDG&E, BenefitsCal, ClaimIt and the DMV: what each is for, plain-English help, and a local.
• Set Up an iPhone for an Elderly Parent: 6 Settings
  Six iPhone settings from Apple's own guides for an aging parent: Assistive Access, Medical ID, Emergency SOS, Crash and Fall Detection, Check In.
• SDG&E CARE Renewal Letter or Dropped? What to Do
  SDG&E removed 52,692 households from CARE in 2025 for not answering the renewal letter. How to renew or re-enroll, plus a household income worksheet.
• Pop-Up Ads or a Fake Virus Warning? What to Do
  A fake virus warning with a phone number is a scam. What Microsoft, Apple and Google say to do, how to stop pop-ups, and a local who helps.
• MyScripps, MyUCSDChart, Sharp Sign-In Help
  Locked out of MyScripps, MyUCSDChart or your Sharp account? Each health system's own help line and hours, plus a local who helps you sign in.
• Medicare Plan Comparison Worksheet 2027 (Printable)
  A printable worksheet for Medicare open enrollment, Oct 15 to Dec 7: what to gather, your drug and doctor lists, and a grid to compare three plans.
• Login.gov and ID.me Help: Verify Your ID, Get Codes
  Login.gov and ID.me help: codes not arriving, a locked account, Social Security sign-in, what ID you need, and the Post Office option.

Saturday Oct 10 (8)

• North County City Council Agendas This Week
  What Encinitas, Solana Beach and Oceanside councils are deciding, from the official agendas: the items, when, how to watch and how to comment.
• Handyman and Appliance Repair: Solana Beach, Encinitas
  Handyman or appliance repair in Solana Beach, Del Mar or Encinitas? The $1,000 license rule, how to check one, the down payment cap, and a local who finds and checks.
• HIPAA-Compliant AI, Texting and Phones: Small Practice
  Is ChatGPT, an AI note taker or a texting app HIPAA compliant? No certificate exists: the BAA decides. A checklist and what Google, Microsoft and Zoom say.
• HIPAA Form for Family Members and Your 18-Year-Old
  There's no single official HIPAA form. What a valid release must say, when doctors can talk to family without one, your 18-year-old, and CA directives.
• Free Tax Help for Seniors in North County San Diego
  Free tax prep for seniors in Carlsbad, Encinitas and Oceanside: AARP Tax-Aide, IRS VITA and TCE, Free File and CalFile, who qualifies, what to bring.
• FedRAMP 20x Explained: Classes A, B, C and What Changed
  FedRAMP 20x Certification is live for Classes A, B and C. What each class is for, what changed, what the 2025 pilot showed, and whether SOC 2 counts.
• Earthquake Today in San Diego: Live from USGS
  Was that an earthquake? The newest quakes near San Diego, live from USGS: size, where, how far from you, felt reports, and what to do next.
• Computer Help, IT Guy: Encinitas, Carlsbad, Del Mar
  Computer slow, Wi-Fi down, a new phone to set up? A local IT guy comes to you for tech support in Del Mar, Encinitas, Carlsbad and Solana Beach. Scam cleanup too.

Friday Oct 9 (33)

• Who's Running in Solana Beach: Nov 2026 Ballot
  Every Solana Beach race on the November 3, 2026 ballot, from the Registrar's official list: city council, schools and districts, each candidate and designation.
• Who's Running in Encinitas: Nov 2026 Ballot
  Every Encinitas race on the November 3, 2026 ballot, from the Registrar's official list: city council, schools and districts, each candidate and designation.
• Who's Running in Del Mar: Nov 2026 Ballot
  Every Del Mar race on the November 3, 2026 ballot, from the Registrar's official list: city council, schools and districts, each candidate and designation.
• Who's Running in Carlsbad: Nov 2026 Ballot
  Every Carlsbad race on the November 3, 2026 ballot, from the Registrar's official list: city council, schools and districts, each candidate and designation.
• Waymo in San Diego: Service Area, Price, How to Ride
  Waymo's driverless rides opened in San Diego in September 2026: how to get on, where it goes, the fare, the City Council fight and the new state law.
• Tropical Storm Rachel Tracker: San Diego Path, Rain
  Tropical Storm Rachel and San Diego: the National Weather Service rain forecast by town, alerts and outages. Updated three times a day.
• This Weekend in Carlsbad: What's On
  This weekend in Carlsbad (Oct 16 to 18): weather and rain at the town's own forecast point, what's on, road closures, parking, and who to call.
• Tesla Supercharger in La Jolla? The Nearest Ones
  Is there a Tesla Supercharger in La Jolla? The nearest Superchargers with stalls, hours and distance, plus La Jolla's fast chargers, from the DOE's live list.
• Tesla Supercharger in Del Mar? The Nearest Ones
  Is there a Tesla Supercharger in Del Mar? The nearest Superchargers with stalls, hours and distance, plus Del Mar's fast chargers, from the DOE's live list.
• Tesla Supercharger in Carlsbad? The Nearest Ones
  Is there a Tesla Supercharger in Carlsbad? The nearest Superchargers with stalls, hours and distance, plus Carlsbad's fast chargers, from the DOE's live list.
• Storm Damage in North County: What to Do, Who to Call
  After the storm: stay safe, document damage for insurance, find a licensed roofer or plumber, and avoid storm chasers, with California's own rules.
• Solana Beach Plastics Ban: Rules for Restaurants
  Solana Beach's single-use plastics rules for restaurants, shops and beachgoers: straws, utensils, takeout containers, foam, and the 2026 update.
• Solana Beach Parking Ticket: Pay, Contest, Plan
  Got a Solana Beach parking ticket? How to pay it (not at City Hall), how to contest it in writing, the payment plan, and when the penalty goes up.
• San Diego Heat Index Today: Weather + What's Hot
  San Diego heat index today: 70°F on the coast, 70°F inland, heat alerts, and what's hot right now.
• Robot Vacuum Setup for Seniors, North County San Diego
  Set up a Shark, eufy, Roomba, Roborock, Dreame, Ecovacs or iLife robot with the maker's own steps, or a local sets it up for an older parent, on your phone too.
• North County San Diego Without a Car: Yes, by Coaster
  Can you get around North County San Diego without a car? The coast by COASTER today: trains, last trains, walks to the beach, alerts, fares.
• North County San Diego Right Now: Live, One Screen
  North County San Diego right now: the storm, ocean water, heat, sold-out shows, next Coaster, buses, power and freeways, live from official sources.
• Next Bus in North County: Pickup Times at Any Stop
  Next NCTD bus, COASTER and SPRINTER times at any stop from Del Mar to Oceanside: type a cross street, see the next three pickups per route today.
• Lost Your Phone at the Beach in San Diego? First Hour
  Lost your phone at a San Diego beach? Find it from a friend's phone, beat the tide, who to ask (lifeguard numbers), and what to do if it's gone.
• La Jolla Street Sweeping: Next Sweep, $83.50 Ticket
  Every posted street-sweeping block in La Jolla with its next sweep date, a street lookup, and the tickets La Jolla actually gets, from City data.
• La Jolla Beach Parking: The Cove, Shores, Windansea
  Where to park at every La Jolla beach: 16 spots from the Coastal Commission, which ones charge, restrooms, and today's beach weather.
• Is the Ocean Clean in La Jolla Today?
  16 postings in La Jolla today, spot by spot, plus the 72-hour rule after rain, from the County of San Diego's beach water map.
• Is the Ocean Clean in Encinitas and Cardiff Today?
  8 postings in Encinitas and Cardiff today, spot by spot, plus the 72-hour rule after rain, from the County of San Diego's beach water map.
• Is the Ocean Clean in Del Mar Today?
  3 postings in Del Mar today, spot by spot, plus the 72-hour rule after rain, from the County of San Diego's beach water map.
• Is the Ocean Clean in Carlsbad Today?
  7 postings in Carlsbad today, spot by spot, plus the 72-hour rule after rain, from the County of San Diego's beach water map.
• Is the Ocean Clean Today? Solana Beach to Carlsbad
  20 postings from Torrey Pines to Carlsbad today, plus the 72-hour rule after rain, from the County's own beach water map.
• Google's Gemini Agent for Small Business: Get Ready
  Google's new Gemini agent, from its Oct 8 announcement: what it does, when small businesses get it, Claude inside, and how to get your shop ready.
• Getting Around as You Age, North County: Tesla to Waymo
  Every way to get around as you get older in North County, rung by rung: a smarter car, Waymo, family-booked rides, the $1.50 senior fare, free rides.
• Encinitas Parking Ticket: Pay, Appeal, Placard Fix
  Got an Encinitas parking ticket? Four ways to pay, the 21-day appeal, the $25 fix for a forgotten disabled placard, and the payment plan.
• Dogs on Encinitas and Cardiff Beaches: Rules, Dog Parks
  Can your dog go to the beach in Encinitas and Cardiff? Beach by beach from the City and State Parks, plus off-leash parks open today.
• Del Mar Parking Ticket: Pay, Contest, Payment Plan
  Got a Del Mar parking ticket? How to pay it, how to contest it (21 days), the low-income payment plan, and the City's own forms and hours.
• Del Mar Fairgrounds Parking: Cost, Free Days, Tips
  Del Mar Fairgrounds parking: $20 day of or $16 ahead, cashless, placard rules, and every event in the next two weeks with its parking cost or free days.
• Del Mar Dog Beach Rules: Off-Leash Season, Hours
  Del Mar dog beach rules for today: off-leash season, leash rules by beach, the $285 fine, today's water and weather at Dog Beach.

Thursday Oct 8 (33)

• This Weekend in Solana Beach: Shows, Weather, What's On
  This weekend in Solana Beach (Oct 16 to 18): weather and rain at the town's own forecast point, what's on, road closures, parking, and who to call.
• This Weekend in Encinitas and Cardiff: What's On
  This weekend in Encinitas and Cardiff (Oct 16 to 18): weather and rain at the town's own forecast point, what's on, road closures, parking, and who to call.
• This Weekend in Del Mar: Fairgrounds, Shows, Weather
  This weekend in Del Mar (Oct 16 to 18): weather and rain at the town's own forecast point, what's on, road closures, parking, and who to call.
• Spotted Around North County: Text PJ a Photo
  New spots around Solana Beach, Encinitas, Cardiff and Del Mar, spotted by PJ and neighbors with their own photos. No login: text a photo and two lines.
• Specialists Who Take Medicare in North County San Diego
  1,784 Medicare specialists in North County: therapists, physical therapy, heart, eyes, skin, bones and more, by town, with who accepts assignment.
• Patch This Now: Flaws Hackers Are Using This Month
  30 vulnerabilities added to CISA's exploited list in 30 days, sorted for small businesses and medical offices: computers, routers, remote tools.
• Parent Lives Alone in North County? Who Can Check In
  39,056 people 65+ live alone in North County San Diego. Free check-ins (County AIS, Meals on Wheels), the phone-line risk, and a local person.
• Parent Check-In Plan, North County San Diego: $25/mo
  Your parent lives in North County and you don't: a monthly check-in visit, an errand and a text update from a local, $25 a month to start.
• Parent Being Discharged? Medicare Checklist, San Diego
  Before a parent leaves the hospital: inpatient vs observation, the 3-day rule for rehab, 2026 costs ($217 a day after day 20), and the fast appeal.
• Paid Family Leave to Care for a Parent, California
  California pays up to 8 weeks of Paid Family Leave, about 70-90% of wages up to $1,765 a week, to care for a seriously ill parent. Who qualifies, how to file.
• Oceanside Beach Parking: Pier, Strand, Harbor
  Where to park at every Oceanside beach: 8 spots from the Coastal Commission, which ones charge, restrooms, and today's beach weather.
• North County Storm Prep: Before, During, After
  Storm coming to North County San Diego: free sandbags, who to call when the power goes out, the 72-hour ocean rule, and help hauling bags.
• New on SideGuy: Pages Added This Week
  256 new North County pages in the last two weeks, newest first: storm prep, parking, weekend guides, senior help, and more.
• New Restaurants in North County San Diego, 2026
  115 new County food permits in North County in 2026: new restaurants, cafes and markets by town, from the County's data, and how to check a health grade.
• Medicare Equipment Suppliers in North County San Diego
  Where to get a walker, wheelchair, hospital bed, oxygen or CPAP Medicare covers: 86 enrolled suppliers in North County, who accepts assignment.
• Low-Cost Health Clinics in North County San Diego
  75 federally funded community health center sites in North County that see patients regardless of ability to pay, by city, with phones and hours.
• Licensed In-Home Care Agencies, North County San Diego
  97 State-licensed home care agencies in North County San Diego by town, each with its State inspection page, plus what Medicare and Medi-Cal pay.
• Is My Phone Still Getting Security Updates?
  Which iPhones, Pixels and Galaxy phones still get security updates, from Apple, Google and Samsung's own pages, updated daily. What to do if yours doesn't.
• Is My Medication Recalled or in Shortage? FDA Check
  Type a medicine's name to check FDA recalls from the last two years and the FDA's current drug shortage list, free and live, plus what to do next.
• I-5 and SR-78 Closures, North County Tonight
  39 North County freeway closures now or in the next 24 hours (I-5, I-15, SR-78, SR-56), from Caltrans, plus live sign messages and cameras.
• How to Apply for Medi-Cal in San Diego County
  The four ways to apply for Medi-Cal in San Diego County, who may qualify, the County phone numbers, and how to spot a fraud. Applying is free.
• How to Apply for CalFresh in San Diego County
  Five ways to apply for CalFresh in San Diego County, expedited benefits in 3 days, the documents to bring, and the basic rules, from the County.
• Helping a Parent in North County From Out of State
  Helping an aging parent in North County San Diego from far away: the Medicare authorization form, doctor releases, a trusted contact, and a local person.
• Free Public Data Behind SideGuy: 40 Official Feeds
  The 40 free official data feeds behind SideGuy (CMS, Census, FDA, NPI, State licensing, NWS, NOAA): what each answers, and tips to build on them.
• Fix a Page, Get $5: Paid Local Fixes
  Spot something wrong or missing on a SideGuy page? Text PJ the fix; if it changes the page, you get $5. Facts only, never reviews. The public fix log.
• Encinitas Beach Parking: Moonlight, Swami's, Cardiff
  Where to park at every Encinitas and Cardiff beach: 15 spots from the Coastal Commission, which ones charge, restrooms, and today's beach weather.
• Dentists That Take Medi-Cal in North County San Diego
  156 North County dental offices enrolled in Medi-Cal Dental, by town, kind of care and language, with phones. Plus what Medicare covers.
• Coaster Times from Encinitas Today: Next, Last Trains
  Every Coaster train at Encinitas Station today and tomorrow: 30 trains today, the next and last trains north and south, from NCTD's schedule.
• Coaster Times from Carlsbad Today: Next, Last Trains
  Every Coaster train at Carlsbad Village Station today and tomorrow: 30 trains today, the next and last trains north and south, from NCTD's schedule.
• Carlsbad Beach Parking: Village, Tamarack, Ponto
  Where to park at every Carlsbad beach: 24 spots from the Coastal Commission, which ones charge, restrooms, and today's beach weather.
• Adult Day Care in North County San Diego, Licensed
  Every licensed adult day health care (CBAS) center in San Diego County and 25 State-licensed adult day programs in North County, plus how Medi-Cal pays.
• Adult Day Care Near Solana Beach and Del Mar
  No licensed adult day center in Solana Beach or Del Mar: the nearest CBAS centers and adult day programs by distance, rides, and help between days.
• 2027 Medicare Plans in San Diego County, from CMS
  All 46 Medicare Advantage plans, 39 special needs plans and 10 drug plans for 2027 in San Diego County, and which 2026 plans are ending.

Wednesday Oct 7 (21)

• What Does This Letter Mean? Medicare, SDG&E, CalFresh
  Snap a photo of a confusing Medicare, Medi-Cal, CalFresh, SDG&E or property tax letter: it's read on your phone, then you see what it is and what to do.
• Tech and HIPAA Help for North County Medical Offices
  For North County practices, home health and senior communities: the required HIPAA risk analysis, office tech and your Google profile, flat fee.
• Senior Phone Numbers to Keep by the Phone, San Diego
  A printable fridge sheet for San Diego seniors: Medicare, HICAP, elder abuse, 2-1-1, SDG&E and scam lines, each checked on its official source.
• Senior Care in Vista, CA: Every Local Option
  Senior care in Vista: 3 nursing homes with Medicare stars, 35 licensed assisted living facilities, home health, Medicare doctors.
• Senior Care in San Marcos, CA: Every Local Option
  Senior care in San Marcos: 1 nursing homes with Medicare stars, 21 licensed assisted living facilities, home health, Medicare doctors.
• Senior Care in Oceanside, CA: Every Local Option
  Senior care in Oceanside: 2 nursing homes with Medicare stars, 43 licensed assisted living facilities, home health, Medicare doctors.
• Senior Care in Escondido, CA: Every Local Option
  Senior care in Escondido: 7 nursing homes with Medicare stars, 86 licensed assisted living facilities, home health, Medicare doctors.
• Senior Care in Encinitas, CA: Every Local Option
  Senior care in Encinitas: 3 nursing homes with Medicare stars, 9 licensed assisted living facilities, home health, Medicare doctors.
• Senior Care in Carlsbad, CA: Every Local Option
  Senior care in Carlsbad: 3 nursing homes with Medicare stars, 28 licensed assisted living facilities, home health, Medicare doctors.
• Senior Benefits Calculator for San Diego
  Enter a parent's age, income and rent: see the Medicare Savings Program, CalFresh, SSI and Medi-Cal they may get, from PolicyEngine's open-source rules.
• North County Nursing Homes: Medicare Star Ratings
  39 nursing homes within 20 miles of Solana Beach with Medicare's star ratings, inspections, staffing, fines and abuse flags, from CMS. Updated monthly.
• North County Home Health Agencies: Medicare Ratings
  26 Medicare-certified home health agencies in North County San Diego with Medicare's quality stars and services, plus what Medicare pays for at home.
• North County Assisted Living: Every Licensed Facility
  302 licensed assisted living facilities in North County San Diego, from small 6-bed homes to large communities, with beds, phone and State reports.
• Medicare Negotiated Drug Prices 2026-27: Look Yours Up
  Type your drug: Medicare's negotiated prices for Eliquis, Jardiance, Ozempic and 22 more, from CMS. 10 started Jan 1, 2026; 15 start Jan 1, 2027.
• How Much Does Errand Help Cost? Solana Beach Prices
  Price your errand in ten seconds: errands from $25 a stop in Solana Beach, Del Mar and Cardiff, plus the to-do list and tech help. Text PJ the total.
• Hospice in North County San Diego, Rated
  56 Medicare-certified hospices that serve North County San Diego, with family ratings, CMS's Care Index, and who serves your town.
• HUD Senior Apartments in North County San Diego
  7 HUD-subsidized senior apartment communities in Encinitas, Oceanside and Escondido, with assisted units, average tenant rent and HUD inspection scores.
• Free and Used Medical Equipment, North County San Diego
  Need a walker, wheelchair or shower chair, or have one to give? Free loans, what Medicare pays, and a North County exchange with pickup and delivery.
• Doctors Who Take Medicare in North County San Diego
  576 primary care doctors enrolled in Medicare in North County San Diego, Solana Beach to Escondido, from CMS: who accepts assignment, telehealth, phones.
• Dialysis Centers in North County San Diego, Rated
  9 Medicare-certified dialysis centers in North County with CMS star ratings, stations, evening shifts and home dialysis training.
• Can I Change My Medicare Plan Now? 2026 Checker
  Tap what fits and see if your parent can switch Medicare plans today: Open Enrollment, the Jan-Mar Advantage window, moving, Extra Help. From Medicare.gov.

Tuesday Oct 6 (56)

• Who Do I Call for an Aging Parent in San Diego?
  The one right number for each situation with an aging parent in San Diego County: abuse, scams, shutoffs, Medicare, care at home, rides, meals, VA help.
• VA Aid and Attendance, San Diego: 2026 Rates, Free Help
  Up to $29,093 a year for a veteran and $18,697 for a surviving spouse through Nov 30, 2026. Who qualifies, the form, and free County help.
• Unclaimed Money in California: Search Free
  California holds more than $15 billion in forgotten accounts and checks. Search every name free on claimit.ca.gov; no deadline, no need to pay a finder.
• The $90 Medicare Rebate, October 2026: Who Gets It
  Medicare is paying a one-time $90 Part B rebate in October 2026, mostly by direct deposit around Oct 8. Who qualifies, how to check, and the scam to avoid.
• Solana Beach Senior Rides End Oct 31: What's Next
  Solana Beach's free senior ride pilot runs through Oct 31, 2026 unless extended. How to use it now, and the ride options for 65+ after it ends.
• Snowbird in North County San Diego: Winter Quick Start
  Spend the winter where January averages 66°F. Short stays by town, Medicare away from home, the Coaster, and a local guy for errands.
• Senior Scams in San Diego: Who to Call
  San Diego County seniors lost more than $130 million to scams in one year, the DA says. Who to call for Medicare, contractor, money and phone scams.
• Senior Centers in North County San Diego, 2026
  Every senior center on the North County coast: Encinitas (serves Cardiff), Carlsbad, Oceanside, Del Mar and Solana Beach, with lunch, rides and events.
• Senior Care Waitlists in San Diego: Every Line
  Every senior-care waitlist in San Diego: assisted living, home care, MSSP, meals and Section 8. How long, who gets in first, and what to do now.
• Senior Benefits Checkup, North County San Diego
  The benefits North County seniors most often miss, in one list: Medicare Extra Help, CalFresh, unclaimed money, SDG&E discounts, the tax exemption.
• Section 8 Waitlist, San Diego County 2026: Closed
  The County Housing Authority closed its Section 8 waitlist Feb 20, 2026: 103,763 applicants, a 16-year average wait. Carlsbad, Oceanside, the senior route.
• SDG&E Winter Rates 2026: What Changes Nov 1
  On Nov 1 SDG&E's winter prices start: 4-9pm gets cheaper and every other hour costs more on TOU-DR1. The numbers, a bill calculator, EV and CCA notes.
• SDG&E Medical Baseline Discount Change, 2026
  SDG&E says the Medical Baseline discount will step down from about 36% to about 20% over four years, so bills may rise. What's changing and what to do.
• Rides for Seniors in North County San Diego, 2026
  Every ride option for seniors who don't drive on the North County coast: free city rides, JFS On the Go, RideFACT, NCTD senior fares, LIFT. Costs and booking.
• Respite Care for Family Caregivers in San Diego, 2026
  A break for the family member doing the caregiving: respite help with no income test, the County's free caregiver services, and Medi-Cal respite.
• Report a Pothole or Streetlight in North County
  Pothole, dead streetlight or clogged drain in Solana Beach, Encinitas, Del Mar, Carlsbad or on I-5: who fixes it, the app or number, and car damage claims.
• Real ID or Passport for Holiday Flights, San Diego
  Flying from San Diego this holiday season: REAL ID rules, TSA's $45 ConfirmID if you don't have one, passport timing, online renewal, and where to apply.
• Pumpkin Patches Near Solana Beach and Del Mar, 2026
  Pumpkin patches near Solana Beach: Del Mar Pumpkin Station (free parking, open late Fri-Sat), corn-maze farms, and Bates Nut Farm. Hours, costs, dogs.
• Prop 19 for Seniors: Keep Your Tax Base When You Move
  Under Prop 19, Californians 55+ can move their property tax base to a new home anywhere in the state, up to three times, if they buy within two years.
• PACE in North County San Diego: The 4 Programs, 2026
  Four PACE programs serve North County, and all four take Solana Beach and Cardiff ZIP codes. Who qualifies, what it costs, who to call.
• Nursing Home Cost in California, 2026: $14,440 a Month
  The State's 2026 average private-pay rate for nursing home care is $14,440 a month. How Medi-Cal can pay, the asset limit, and the cheaper options.
• North County San Diego Senior Help Directory, 2026
  Every program that helps older adults on the North County coast: care at home, PACE, caregiver respite, meals, rides, Medicare help, benefits. By town and need.
• North County San Diego Events: Next 90 Days
  57 dated things coming up in North County San Diego, by weekend and month: events, Halloween, Día de los Muertos, racing, deadlines. Rebuilt every morning.
• Move a Parent to North County San Diego: Checklist
  January averages 66°F in San Diego, 32°F in Chicago. Moving a retired parent here: Medicare, the DMV, checking movers, a guy on the ground.
• Mini-Splits and Efficient Cooling in San Diego
  Cool the rooms you live in, not the whole house: fans, window heat pumps, mini-split vs central air, costs on SDG&E rates, the EPA install rule.
• Mini-Split Install or Repair in San Diego: Checklist
  Hiring for a mini-split install or repair: check the CSLB license, get three bids, cap the down payment at 10% or $1,000, use an EPA-certified tech.
• Medicare's 48-Hour Rule Ended June 1, 2026
  CMS eliminated the 48-hour wait between a Scope of Appointment and a Medicare sales meeting, effective June 1, 2026. What it means for you, and the rules that remain.
• Medicare Scam Checker: San Diego Open Enrollment
  Tap what happened and see if a Medicare call is a scam: cold calls, door knocks, gifts, phone payments and where to report in San Diego.
• Medicare Extra Help in San Diego: $5,700 a Year
  Extra Help pays Medicare drug costs worth about $5,700 a year, and many who qualify don't know it. 2026 limits, the Medi-Cal route, help applying.
• Medicare Advantage 6-Month Rule: Away From Home
  Away from your Medicare Advantage plan's area more than 6 months in a row and the plan must disenroll you, unless it has a visitor benefit (up to 12 months).
• Medi-Cal Asset Limit 2026 for Seniors: $130,000
  Medi-Cal's asset limit for people 65+ is $130,000 for one person plus $65,000 per extra person through June 30, 2027, then $21,000. Why it matters for care.
• Meals on Wheels San Diego: Cost and Free Meals, 2026
  A fresh lunch delivered to anyone 60+ for $5 to $7 a day, and free County meals (plus one for the caretaker) for seniors who qualify. The waitlist, and who to call.
• Make Your Fix Plan: Tell Us What's Hard
  Check what's hard (bills, Medicare, groceries, paperwork, errands) and get a fix plan from official sources, then text it to PJ. Nothing is sent until you do.
• Lower Your SDG&E Bill in North County: Every Option
  Every way to cut an SDG&E bill in North County: winter timers, the cheaper Clean Energy Alliance plan, CARE/FERA, mini-splits, EV plans. Plus a human helper.
• IHSS in San Diego: Get Paid to Care for a Parent
  In California, IHSS can pay a family member to help a parent on Medi-Cal stay at home. Who qualifies in San Diego County, how to apply, the caregiver steps.
• Heating Bill Help in San Diego: LIHEAP 2026
  One-time help with the SDG&E bill ($313 to $492 for one person in San Diego County), crisis help up to $1,500, free weatherization. Who to call.
• Heat Wave Check on an Older Parent, San Diego
  During a San Diego heat warning: the live alert, how to check on an older parent, Cool Zones near the coast, and the signs of heat stroke.
• Halloween 2026, North County San Diego: Events by Date
  Is the Scream Zone open in 2026? No. Here's what is: Encinitas and Carlsbad Village trick-or-treat, the Pumpkin Plunge, the Haunted Market, Haunted Trail.
• HCBA Waiver in San Diego: Waitlist and Wait Time
  Medi-Cal's HCBA waiver helps people who qualify for a nursing facility live at home. San Diego: 792 waiting in June 2026, up to 2 years. How to apply.
• Great ShakeOut 2026 and Earthquake Alerts in San Diego
  The Great ShakeOut drill is Thursday, Oct 15 at 10:15am. Drop, Cover, Hold On, the free MyShake app, Android alerts, and your address's fault zone.
• Free Senior ID Card in California (62+)
  Californians 62 and older can get a no-fee senior citizen ID card from the DMV, valid for eight birthdates. How to apply, and why it helps after giving up driving.
• Día de los Muertos 2026: Solana Beach and Oceanside
  Solana Beach's free Día de los Muertos is Sunday, Oct 18, 10am-5pm at La Colonia Park; Oceanside's is Sunday, Oct 25 downtown. Altars, music, parking.
• Does SDG&E Pay for Spoiled Food After an Outage?
  Power out and food spoiled? When SDG&E pays, why shutoffs usually don't qualify, how to file a claim, and how long food lasts without power.
• Does Medicare Work in California? Snowbird Guide 2026
  Wintering in San Diego with Medicare from another state: Original Medicare works anywhere, Advantage plans mostly don't, the 6-month rule, and the Medigap catch.
• Disabled Parking Placard in California, 2026
  California's disabled parking placard: the REG 195 form, the medical provider's signature, free renewals every two years, and where you can park.
• Didn't Get Your Ballot? San Diego Voter Deadlines 2026
  Register by Oct 19, or same-day at a vote center after. Replacement ballots by Oct 27 at 5pm. What to do if you moved, lost your ballot, or can't get out.
• Clean Energy Alliance Rates 2026: The Cheaper Option
  Carlsbad, Del Mar, Oceanside, Solana Beach: CEA's Clean Impact averages $158.82 a month vs $172.56 on the default. Only 845 customers use it.
• Check Your San Diego Tax Bill: The $7,000 Exemption
  Is the $7,000 homeowners' exemption on your property tax bill? File by Dec 10 for 80% this year. Disabled veterans' exemption, and appeals by Nov 30.
• Cheaper Ways to Care for a Parent in San Diego, 2026
  Nursing homes average $14,440 a month in California. The cheaper rungs for part-time help: meals, respite, IHSS, adult day care, PACE, VA Aid and Attendance.
• California Medigap Birthday Rule, 2026: 60 Days
  California's birthday rule: 60 days from your birthday to move to an equal or lesser Medigap plan, and insurers must tell you 30 to 60 days ahead.
• California LifeLine: Up to $28.25 Off Your Phone
  California LifeLine takes up to $19 a month off a home or cell phone; federal Lifeline adds $9.25. Who qualifies, and the 2026 change: two sign-ups.
• CalFresh for Seniors 60+ in San Diego, 2026
  Seniors 60+ get easier CalFresh rules: only the net income test, medical costs over $35 deducted, hot meals at participating restaurants. How to apply.
• Backup Power for Medical Devices, SDG&E 2026
  Rely on oxygen, CPAP or a power chair? SDG&E's 2026 options: Medical Baseline, the $525 power station rebate, shutoff alerts and 211.
• Assisted Living Waiver Waitlist, San Diego 2026
  Medi-Cal's assisted living waitlist hit 20,262 in Feb 2026, more than the 14,809 enrolled. How it works in San Diego, and what to do while you wait.
• Adult Day Health Care (CBAS) in North County San Diego
  CBAS is Medi-Cal's adult day health care: nursing, therapy, personal care, a meal and a ride. The North County center, who qualifies, and how to start.
• 2027 Social Security COLA: About 3.5% So Far
  The 2027 Social Security raise is tracking about 3.5% from BLS inflation data; September's numbers land Oct 14. What it means for your check, and the $90 rebate.

Monday Oct 5 (23)

• Who Is My Water Company? North County San Diego
  Solana Beach, Encinitas, Cardiff, Del Mar or Carlsbad: which water district serves you, its billing number and its after-hours emergency line.
• Which Bin Does It Go In? North County Guide
  Green, blue or gray in Solana Beach, Encinitas, Del Mar and Carlsbad: food scraps, why compostable bags are out, batteries, paint, and a quick lookup.
• San Diego Hazard Check: Flood, Fire, Tsunami
  Check a San Diego address for FEMA flood, CAL FIRE, tsunami and earthquake fault zones, from official public maps. Free, and nothing is stored.
• San Diego Fall Deadlines: Medicare, Taxes, Ballots
  Fall deadlines in San Diego: Medicare, flu clinic, Election Day, property tax and Covered California, with countdowns and help.
• San Diego County Property Tax Due Dates 2026-27
  First installment due Nov 1, late after Dec 10 at 5pm; second due Feb 1, late after April 12, 2027. Penalties, the free e-check, and a cost check.
• SDG&E Climate Credit 2026: How Much and When
  No October climate credit for homes this year: SDG&E's 2026 electric credit came as $49.36 in August and September. Gas, small business and CCA details.
• Record-Breaking El Niño 2026: San Diego Odds and Prep
  NOAA puts the chance of a record-breaking El Niño at 83% for October to December. What it means for San Diego and North County, and how to get ready.
• NCTD Coaster and Sprinter Fares 2026: New Prices
  NCTD's new fares from Oct 1, 2026: Coaster $6.50 one way ($3.25 for 65+), Sprinter and Breeze $3, passes, and when a Coaster monthly pass pays off.
• Medicare Open Enrollment 2026 in San Diego: Free Help
  Medicare Open Enrollment runs Oct 15 to Dec 7, 2026 for 2027 coverage. Free, unbiased plan help in San Diego from HICAP, the Plan Finder, and what to bring.
• Medical Baseline at SDG&E: Who Qualifies
  SDG&E Medical Baseline: extra energy at the lowest price and extra shutoff help for homes with medical devices. Who qualifies, how to apply, 2026 changes.
• Licensed Roofer in Solana Beach and North County
  8 licensed roofers near Solana Beach, Cardiff and Encinitas from CSLB data, this week's rain chances, what to do about a leak, and CSLB's storm warnings.
• Kids Free San Diego October 2026: 70+ Museums
  Kids 12 and under get in free with a paid adult at 70+ San Diego museums all October 2026: the rules, coupons, North County picks and the Coaster route.
• Is My Home in a Fire Hazard Zone? San Diego Check
  Type your San Diego County address and see your CAL FIRE fire hazard severity zone: Very High, High, Moderate or none, and what it means for you.
• Human Help Near Me in North County
  Find human help near you: checked local helpers sorted by distance, with rates and official lines for power, transit and County services.
• Help for Seniors in Solana Beach and North County
  Help for older adults near Solana Beach: the County's AIS line, Meals on Wheels, free Medicare counseling, half-price Coaster, and PJ for tech and paperwork.
• General Contractors and ADU Rules Near Solana Beach
  484 licensed general contractors near Solana Beach from CSLB data, what a B license covers, and California ADU rules: 60-day approval, no fees under 750 sq ft.
• Free State Beach Parking With Your Library Card
  Borrow a free California State Parks day-use pass from the San Diego County or Carlsbad library: Torrey Pines, Cardiff, San Elijo and Carlsbad state beaches.
• Free Flu Shot in San Diego 2026: Where to Go
  Where to get a flu shot in San Diego this fall: County Public Health Centers for anyone 6 months and up, the Oct 22 no-cost clinic, and at-home shots.
• Covered California Open Enrollment 2027: San Diego
  Covered California open enrollment runs Nov 1, 2026 to Jan 31, 2027; sign up by Dec 31 for Jan 1 coverage. Rates up 9.9%, state help, and free local help.
• Cost to Run AC in San Diego, by SDG&E Rate
  What an hour of AC costs on SDG&E time-of-use rates, on-peak vs off-peak, for window, mini-split and central units, plus a calculator and pre-cooling savings.
• Check a Contractor Before You Sign in San Diego
  California rules before you hire a contractor in San Diego: the license check, the 10% or $1,000 deposit cap, 3 or 5 days to cancel, and lien releases.
• CARE Income Limits 2026 for SDG&E: Do You Qualify?
  SDG&E CARE takes 30% or more off the bill and FERA 18%. The June 2026 to May 2027 income limits by household size, a 30-second check, and how to apply.
• Animal Control in North County: Who to Call
  Lost pet, stray, barking dog or injured animal in Solana Beach, Encinitas, Del Mar or Carlsbad: who handles it, the numbers, the shelters, wildlife help.

Sunday Oct 4 (59)

• Where to Eat and Drink Near Belly Up and The Sound
  Restaurants and bars near Belly Up in Solana Beach and The Sound in Del Mar: before-show dinner with walk times, after-show drinks, posted hours. No paid picks.
• Where the Coaster Takes You From Solana Beach
  Petco, Snapdragon, SDSU, downtown shows, North Park, SOMA, Pechanga, Humphreys, the airport and Del Mar racing by Coaster from Solana Beach.
• Where the Coaster Takes You From Oceanside
  Petco, Snapdragon, SDSU, downtown shows, North Park, SOMA, Pechanga, Humphreys, the airport and Del Mar racing by Coaster from Oceanside.
• Where the Coaster Takes You From Encinitas
  Petco, Snapdragon, SDSU, downtown shows, North Park, SOMA, Pechanga, Humphreys, the airport and Del Mar racing by Coaster from Encinitas.
• Where the Coaster Takes You From Carlsbad
  Petco, Snapdragon, SDSU, downtown shows, North Park, SOMA, Pechanga, Humphreys, the airport and Del Mar racing by Coaster from Carlsbad.
• UV Index and Air Quality Today in Solana Beach
  UV index today in Solana Beach by hour (EPA) with sunscreen hours, and San Diego air quality now and tomorrow (AirNow), checked three times a day.
• The Sound Del Mar: Upcoming Shows and Getting There
  Shows at The Sound in Del Mar for the next 30 days, with tickets and official artist videos. Next: LP. Coaster, hotels, help.
• Sunset in Solana Beach Today: Golden Hour, Sky, Tide
  Sunset in Solana Beach today: 6:17pm at Fletcher Cove. Golden hour, sky forecast and tide at sunset for 15 evenings, plus the best night.
• Solana Beach to the UCSD Epstein Amphitheater by Bus
  BREEZE 101 from Solana Beach to the Epstein Family Amphitheater at UC San Diego: every show for 30 days, the bus there and the last bus home.
• Solana Beach to Torrey Pines State Beach by Bus
  Torrey Pines State Beach from Solana Beach on BREEZE 101: a short ride with no transfer, morning buses and the last bus back, rebuilt daily.
• Solana Beach to San Diego Airport by Coaster
  Solana Beach to SAN without parking: Coaster to Old Town plus the free San Diego Flyer, today's train times both ways, FAA status, and flights from Carlsbad.
• Solana Beach Tides and Surf Today: Fletcher Cove
  Solana Beach tides for the next 7 days, the best daylight low, live wave height and water temperature from the Torrey Pines buoy, and sunset at Fletcher Cove.
• Solana Beach Surf Report Today: Swell, Wind, Tide
  Solana Beach surf report from public data: buoy swell, hourly wind (glassy or blown out) with the tide, the best window and the week's swell outlook.
• Solana Beach Parking: Free Beach Spots and Lots
  Solana Beach beach parking from the City: free street parking at every access, the Fletcher Cove and Seascape lots, Del Mar Shores free lots, and today's notes.
• Shows and Games Today by Coaster From Solana Beach
  9 shows and events in San Diego on Tue Oct 13 you can reach by Coaster, trolley or bus from Solana Beach, with the last train home.
• Show Night Planner: Belly Up and The Sound
  Pick a show at Belly Up or The Sound and how you're getting there. Get dinner with walk times, the nearest EV charger, the last Coaster, hotels and sunset.
• San Elijo Lagoon Trails: Lengths, Trailheads, Climbs
  Every active San Elijo Lagoon trail: length, how far it rises, the nearest trailhead with directions, and today's heat, from the Nature Collective's map.
• Padres 2026 Season Over: How It Ended, What's Next
  The Padres' 2026 season is over. Lost 3-1 vs the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday, October 7 (NLDS Game 4). What's next, and what's on around North County.
• Ocean Water Temperature Today in San Diego
  San Diego and North County ocean water temperature today from four NOAA buoys: latest readings, the 24-hour change and the last 7 days.
• North County San Diego Questions, Answered Today
  Heat, rip currents, low tide, sunset, the last Coaster, EV charging hours, e-bike rules and more: North County San Diego questions answered with today's data.
• North County Alerts: Fire, Quakes, Weather, Transit
  North County San Diego alerts in one place: NWS warnings, nearby wildfires, open evacuation centers, recent earthquakes, NCTD transit and SDG&E shutoffs.
• Moving to North County San Diego: Town-by-Town Guide
  Thinking of moving to North County San Diego? Ten towns compared on coast vs inland heat, Coaster and Sprinter stops, power and local trades. Help from a local.
• Meteor Showers 2026-27 in Solana Beach: Peak Nights
  Meteor shower peaks from Solana Beach: Orionids Oct 21, Southern Taurids Nov 4, Northern Taurids Nov 11. Moon times and darkest hours at Fletcher Cove.
• Licensed Plumber in Solana Beach and North County
  33 licensed plumbers near Solana Beach, Del Mar, Cardiff and Encinitas from CSLB data. Check a license in 2 minutes, or text PJ for a local match.
• Licensed Electrician in Solana Beach and North County
  78 licensed electricians near Solana Beach, Del Mar, Cardiff and Encinitas from CSLB data. Check a license in 2 minutes, or text PJ for a local match.
• King Tides 2026 in Solana Beach: Dates and Tide Pools
  King tides in Solana Beach: Nov 24-26; Dec 23-25; Jan 21-22. NOAA high tide times and heights, plus the minus tides for tide pooling the same afternoons.
• Ice Delivery in Solana Beach, Del Mar and Cardiff
  Ice delivered in Solana Beach, Del Mar and Cardiff: text PJ, $25 a stop plus the ice. Plus this week's busy ice days from the heat forecast and events.
• Free Sandbags in San Diego County, Nearest First
  Free sand and sandbags in San Diego County: all 54 County, CAL FIRE and city sites, nearest Solana Beach first, with phone, plus this week's rain odds.
• Food and Drug Recalls in California, Last 30 Days
  Food, drug and eye drop recalls reaching California in the last 30 days, from FDA enforcement reports. 14 Class I. Rebuilt every morning.
• Farmers Markets Near Solana Beach, Del Mar, Encinitas
  Farmers markets near Solana Beach this week: Solana Beach, Del Mar, Cardiff, Leucadia and more, with days, hours, address and phone from the CDFA list.
• Emergency Rooms Near Solana Beach, Nearest First
  Emergency rooms near Solana Beach, Del Mar and Encinitas, nearest first, from the State's hospital licensing data, with trauma centers. Call 911 first.
• EV Charging Near Solana Beach: Fast Chargers and Prices
  42 DC fast chargers near Solana Beach and North County from federal NREL data, with networks, distance and posted prices.
• Dog-Friendly Beaches in San Diego County, Nearest First
  Every dog-friendly beach and shoreline spot in San Diego County, nearest Solana Beach first: Del Mar, Fiesta Island, OB Dog Beach, Coronado and more.
• Del Mar Parking: Free Garage, Beach Meters, Today
  Del Mar parking today: the free Civic Center garage at 1050 Camino del Mar (all day, 72-hour limit), beach meters at $4.24/hr or $21.20 a day.
• Del Mar Fall Racing 2026: Race Days and the Coaster
  Del Mar fall racing 2026: 13 race days Nov 6 to Nov 29, gates and first post, the stakes, and the Coaster to Solana Beach.
• Del Mar Fairgrounds Events by Train and Bus
  15 Del Mar Fairgrounds events in the next 30 days with the Coaster to Solana Beach, the BREEZE bus or walk to the gate, and the last train home.
• Cool Zones Near Solana Beach, Del Mar and Encinitas
  Free, air-conditioned Cool Zones near Solana Beach, Del Mar, Cardiff and Encinitas, nearest first, with phone and pet policy, plus the week's heat forecast.
• Coaster to the USS Midway Museum From Solana Beach
  USS Midway Museum by Coaster from Solana Beach: morning trains to Santa Fe Depot, the short walk to the ship, and the last train home.
• Coaster to the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park
  San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park by Coaster from Solana Beach: morning trains, the bus from the station, and the last way home, rebuilt daily.
• Coaster to Viejas Arena and SDSU Open Air Theatre
  Solana Beach to Viejas Arena and the Open Air Theatre at SDSU by Coaster and the Green Line: show times, the train down and the last train home.
• Coaster to The Observatory North Park by Train and Bus
  Solana Beach to The Observatory North Park by Coaster and MTS: every show for 30 days, the train and bus that get you there, and the last ride home.
• Coaster to Soda Bar San Diego by Train and Bus
  Solana Beach to Soda Bar on El Cajon Boulevard by Coaster and MTS: every show for 30 days, the train and bus there, and the last ride home.
• Coaster to Snapdragon Stadium: Aztecs, SD FC, Wave
  Solana Beach to Snapdragon Stadium by Coaster and the Green Line trolley: train times for Aztecs, San Diego FC and Wave home games, and the last train home.
• Coaster to SOMA San Diego by Train and Bus
  Solana Beach to SOMA San Diego by Coaster and MTS: every show for 30 days, the train and bus that get you there, and the last ride home.
• Coaster to Petco Park From Solana Beach
  Coaster to Petco Park from Solana Beach: train times for Padres games, the trolley to the ballpark, the last train home and post-game trains.
• Coaster to Pechanga Arena San Diego by Train and Bus
  Solana Beach to Pechanga Arena by Coaster and MTS: every event for 30 days, the train and bus that get you there, and the last ride home.
• Coaster to Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
  Old Town San Diego by Coaster from Solana Beach: the park is a short walk from the Old Town station. Morning trains and the last train home.
• Coaster to Mission Beach and Belmont Park
  Mission Beach and Belmont Park by Coaster from Solana Beach: Coaster to Old Town, MTS bus to the beach, and the last way home.
• Coaster to La Jolla Cove by Train and Bus
  La Jolla Cove without parking: Coaster to Old Town, MTS bus to La Jolla, morning trains and the last way home, rebuilt every morning.
• Coaster to Humphreys Concerts by the Bay: Train and Bus
  Solana Beach to Humphreys by the Bay on Shelter Island by Coaster and MTS: every show for 30 days, the train and bus there, and the last ride home.
• Coaster to Downtown San Diego Shows From Solana Beach
  101 shows within 1.6 miles of Santa Fe Depot in the next 30 days, the Coaster from Solana Beach to get there, and the last train north.
• Coaster Times from Solana Beach Today
  Every Coaster train at Solana Beach today and tomorrow: 30 trains today. Next and last trains north and south, from NCTD's schedule.
• Can San Diego Run on Ocean Power? Tides, Waves, Gravity Storage
  Tidal power works where tides are huge; San Diego's average 3.7 ft. Wave power is in testing. The gravity battery that works here: Lake Hodges pumped storage.
• Bike Rides From Solana Beach: Miles, Hills, Bike Paths
  Bike rides from Fletcher Cove to Cardiff, Swami's, Moonlight, Del Mar and Torrey Pines: miles, minutes, climb and how much is on a bike path.
• Beach Fire Pits in San Diego County, Nearest First
  Every beach fire pit spot in San Diego County, nearest Solana Beach first: Moonlight, Swami's, La Jolla Shores, Mission Bay and more, plus tonight's sunset.
• Beach Day Today in Solana Beach: What to Bring
  Solana Beach beach day today: heat, UV, water temperature, surf, rip risk, tides and sunset in one place, a checklist for today, and what PJ can bring.
• Beach Day Picker: Tides, Sand, Sunset
  Pick a Solana Beach day for tide pools, the most sand, a sunset walk or surf check. NOAA tides and sunset for Fletcher Cove, answered in one tap.
• Beach Access in Solana Beach, Del Mar and Encinitas
  Every public beach access from Del Mar to Leucadia: stairs or ramp, parking, restrooms, lifeguards, dogs and tide pools, plus today's low tides.
• Ballot Drop Boxes Near Solana Beach: Nov 3, 2026
  Ballot drop boxes and vote centers near Solana Beach, Del Mar, Cardiff and Encinitas for Nov 3, 2026: 24-hour boxes, today's hours and key dates.

Saturday Oct 3 (1)

• This Weekend in North County San Diego (Oct 17–18)
  Oct 17–18 in North County San Diego: weather and alerts, Belly Up and The Sound shows, fairgrounds and town events, beach lows, Coaster times. Rebuilt daily.

Thursday Oct 1 (3)

• The Board: North County Lines for Power, Plugs, Shows (Oct 12)
  A sportsbook-style board for North County life: main and alternate lines for power hours, solar, chargers near you, shows, roads, tides, errands. Rebuilt 3x daily.
• North County This Week: Heat, Power, Shows, News (Oct 13)
  North County San Diego this week (Oct 13): heat and alerts, cheapest SDG&E hours, Belly Up and The Sound shows, local news, new chargers. Free every Thursday.
• North County Power Today: Prices, Plugs, Get Paid (Oct 13)
  Updated Tue Oct 13: North County's energy exchange board. Cheapest SDG&E hours, what solar sells for, fast chargers near you, ways to get paid.

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