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Emmy-Winning Film at Oceanside Library
May 18, 2012  Thinking Grande, an Emmy Award-winning film, will be shown by the Oceanside Public Library on Saturday, June 2, at 2:00 p.m. in the Civic Center Library Community Rooms, 330 N. Coast Highway, in downtown Oceanside.

Author Laurel Corona Presents "Finding Emilie" at the Library
May 17, 2012  Please join us as author Laurel Corona presents her book Finding Emilie on Tuesday, June 6, at 5:30 p.m. at the Oceanside Public Library Foundation Room, 330 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside.

2012 MLK Scholarship Awards
May 17, 2012  Fifteen students from five different high schools will share $30,000 in scholarship funds as recipients of the 2012 City of Oceanside – Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Awards.

Summer Brochure 2012 from Parks & Recreation
May 11, 2012  Parks & Recreation offers a variety of leisure classes, sports leagues, family events, aquatic programs, Summer Camps, and Concerts in the Park this summer.

OPARC Presents Summer Concerts in the Park Series
May 10, 2012  The Friends of Oceanside Parks & Recreation (OPARC) proudly presents the 5th annual "Summer Concert in the Parks Series" at Rancho Del Oro Park, located at 4700 Mesa Drive in Oceanside.

Friends of the Library Book Sale
May 8, 2012  The Friends of the Oceanside Public Library will hold a book sale fundraiser on Saturday, May 19, 2012, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., behind the Civic Center Library at 602 Civic Center Drive in Oceanside.

Teen Trip to the Padres Game
May 8, 2012  Come join us watch the San Diego Padres battle the Anaheim Angels on Friday, May 18, 2012, at Petco Park.

Parks and Recreation Presents "The Sandlot"
April 30, 2012  Parks & Recreation presents "The Sandlot" on Saturday, June 30, at the Pier Amphitheater.

Dive Into Summer with the New Aquatic Speciality Classes
April 30, 2012  Oceanside Parks & Recreation will offer several new aquatic specialty classes to assist in the improvement of your child's swimming skills.

American Girl Mystery Tea Party at the Oceanside Public Library
April 26, 2012  Oceanside Public Library is hosting its annual American Girl Tea Party on Saturday, May 5, 2012, at 2 p.m. in the Civic Center Library Community Rooms, 330 North Coast Highway, and Sunday, May 6, 2012, at 2pm in the Mission Branch Library Community Room, 3861-B Mission Avenue.

Scott Gates and the Salty Suites in Free Concert at the Library
April 26, 2012  The Oceanside Public Library and the Friends of the Oceanside Public Library are proud to present the bluegrass music of Scott Gates and The Salty Suites as part of the 2012 World Music Series.

Meet Author Felice Picano at Oceanside Library
April 24, 2012  The public is invited to meet author Felice Picano at the Oceanside Public Library Community Rooms, 330 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, on Saturday, May 5, at 5 p.m.

Paws to Help the Oceanside Library and San Diego Humane Society
April 24, 2012  The Oceanside Public Library recently received a California State Library grant called "Get Involved: Book-To-Action" to host a series of book discussions and a civic engagement project.

Oceanside Parks and Recreation Summer Camps Begin June 11
April 23, 2012  The City of Oceanside kicks off the summer camp season June 11 with programs running all summer long through the week of August 13.

Maintenance Work Planned on State Route 78 This Weekend
April 19, 2012  Westbound State Route 78 will be closed this Saturday night, April 21, and possibly Sunday night, April 22, between College Boulevard and El Camino Real to replace a drainage pipe, according to the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans).

Calling Oceanside/Carlsbad High School Alumni to "All Class Reunion"
April 16, 2012  Mr. George "Buddy" Watson will be heading up the committee for the Annual Oceanside/Carlsbad High School All Class Reunion.

Oceanside Heritage Day Fundraiser
April 16, 2012  Announcing "Oceanside Heritage Day": celebrating the past, present, and future of North County's crown jewel on Saturday May 12, from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m.

FREE Oceanside Green Week Celebration
April 11, 2012  The City of Oceanside invites you to Green Week 2012, the 4th Annual Environmental Celebration coordinated by the Green Oceanside campaign.

Meet Author Thornton Sully and Celebrate Young Writers at the Library
April 9, 2012  In honor of National Library Week, the public is invited to meet author Thornton Sully at the Oceanside Public Library Community Rooms, 330 N. Coast Highway, on Saturday, April 14, at 2:00 p.m.

Book Lovers, Come and Share Your Favorites at the Library
April 3, 2012  Join us here at the Library for Speed Book Sharing. It's like speed dating except that you’re talking about the book that you love most.

S.P.L.A.S.H. Sensory Storytime at the Library
March 29, 2012  In honor of National Autism Awareness Month, the Oceanside Public Library invites families to S.P.L.A.S.H., Special People Learn at Story Hour, a sensory storytime designed for children on the autism spectrum and with special needs.

Oceanside Airport History Program at Library
March 29, 2012  The Oceanside Historical Society will be doing a presentation on the history of Oceanside's Airport on April 14 at 10:30 a.m.
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Celebrate National Library Week
March 27, 2012  The Oceanside Public Library is celebrating National Library Week by offering Amnesty Week for overdue items from Monday, April 9, to Saturday, April 14, 2012.

Water Utilities Department Cautions Against Misrepresentations
March 26, 2012  Several incidents have been reported by Oceanside customers describing private companies that are misrepresenting the City's water quality in order to sell water-treatment devices.

Egg Hunt and Storytime at the Library
March 21, 2012  Enjoy springtime stories, bunny crafts and an egg hunt at the Oceanside Public Library on Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Family Pajama Storytime at the Library
March 21, 2012  Oceanside Public Library invites you to its monthly evening Family Pajama Storytime at the Civic Center Library, 330 North Coast Highway, on April 2, 2012 at 6 p.m.

Celebrate Women's History with a Stamp Craft and Game for Kids
March 19, 2012  March is National Women's History Month and the Oceanside Public Library invites you to celebrate with an interactive program for kids on Saturday, March 24, 2012, at 2 p.m. at the Civic Center Library.

Colonial Life in America at the Library
March 19, 2012  Join us for an educational and interactive presentation about family life in Colonial America on Saturday,

Spanish Guitar Concert at the Library
March 19, 2012  The Oceanside Public Library and the Friends of the Oceanside Public Library are proud to present Spanish Guitar Maestro David Maldonado

SANDAG Community Meeting Regarding SR-78 Improvements
March 8, 2012  The San Diego Association of Governments seeks community input regarding the plans to improve the State Route 78 Corridor over the next ten years.

Request for Proposals for the Lease and Development of City-Owned Property
March 8, 2012   The City of Oceanside is interested in exploring alternatives for the use of its Center City Golf Course property

Summer Camp Registration Kickoff
March 6, 2012  The City of Oceanside Parks & Recreation Division invites you to attend our Parks Make Life Better summer camp kick-off event.

Interactive Archaeology at the Library
March 6, 2012  The Oceanside Public Library invites the public to enjoy an interactive lecture

Small Business Workshops at the Library
March 6, 2012  Oceanside Public Library will offer two free workshops to help small business owners in March. 

Local Musician to Perform Free Concert at Library
March 1, 2012  The Oceanside Public Library and Friends of the Oceanside Public Library are proud to host a free concert by harpist Leah Panos

Water Conservation Ad Hoc Subcommittee
March 1, 2012  The City of Oceanside's Utilities Commission is seeking volunteers for an Ad-hoc Water Conservation Subcommittee

Rubber Duck Reading Program for Tweens at the Library
February 24, 2012  One of the biggest challenges during the school year is to get tweens to read for the fun of it. 

Friends of the Library to hold Annual Meeting
February 17, 2012  The Friends of the Oceanside Public Library will hold their Annual Membership Meeting

Meet Award-Winning Author at the Oceanside Public Library
February 17, 2012  The public is invited to meet author Cathy Worthington at the Oceanside Public Library

Lorax Party at the Oceanside Public Library
February 17, 2012  The Oceanside Public Library invites you to celebrate the National Education Association's (NEA) annual Read Across America Day

Scholarship Applications Now Available
February 15, 2012  Applications for the 2012 City of Oceanside – Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Program are now available at local high schools and at the Oceanside Public Library.

Spring Teen Trips
February 13, 2012  Are you tired of hearing your teenager say, "I'm bored"?

Spring Brochure 2012
February 3, 2012  Parks & Recreation will be offering a variety of leisure classes, sports leagues, family events, and aquatic programs this Spring.

Friends of the Oceanside Public Library Book Sale
February 3, 2012  The Friends of the Oceanside Public Library will hold a book sale fundraiser on Saturday, February 11, 2012, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Meet Clifford at the Oceanside Public Library
January 31, 2012  Clifford, the Big Red Dog, will visit the Oceanside Public Library for Valentine's Day.

Free Tax Preparation Event for Oceanside Families
January 31, 2012  Free tax preparation services will be available to lower-income Oceanside residents on February 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Free Home-Generated Sharps Disposal Drop-Off Centers
January 31, 2012  Oceanside residents will be able to conveniently and responsibly dispose of needles, lancets, and other home-generated sharps at no cost

Lease of City-Owned Real Estate
January 26, 2012  The City of Oceanside is leasing a City-owned building at 602 Civic Center Drive, Oceanside, California ("Subject Property") for a commercial use at market rent.

Thursday Hours to be Restored at the Mission Branch Library
January 26, 2012  The Oceanside Public Library is pleased to announce the restoration of Thursday hours at the Mission Branch Library

RFP Issued for Recreation Custodial Services
January 26, 2012  The City of Oceanside is issuing a Request For Proposal (RFP) for custodial services, servicing five of its recreation facilities.

2012 Community Service Award Recipient Announced
January 18, 2012  Former Oceanside City Councilmember Colleen O'Harra was named as the 2012 recipient of the City of Oceanside – Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Award

Book Selected for Communitywide Reading Program in Oceanside
January 17, 2012  The Oceanside Public Library is proud to host the second Big Read program in Oceanside.

Brooks Street Pool Reopens
January 17, 2012  The City of Oceanside is pleased to announce that the resurfacing project at Brooks Street Pool is complete and will re-open on Monday, January 23, 2012.

City of Oceanside Annual Easter Egg Hunt
January 17, 2012  The annual City of Oceanside Easter Egg Hunt will be held at Buddy Todd Park, located at Mesa Drive and Parnassus Circle, on Saturday, April 7, 2012.

Free Income Tax Service
January 17, 2012  Professionally trained AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will be providing free income tax services for low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to seniors aged 60 and older.

Teen Trips for the New Year
January 17, 2012  Take a trip to the magical kingdom of Disneyland! 

RFP Issued for Use of City-owned Real Estate
January 17, 2012  The City of Oceanside is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) for the lease of real property in the City of Oceanside off North River Road.

Revision of the City's Density Bonus Ordinance
January 4, 2012  The City of Oceanside will conduct a Planning Commission Public Hearing at 7 p.m. on January 9, 2012

RFP Issued for Use of City-Owned Real Estate on The Strand
December 30, 2011  The City of Oceanside has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the lease of real property and building space, located underneath the Oceanside Municipal Pier at 302 N. The Strand, in the City of Oceanside.

Library Workshops for Oceanside's Small Businesses
December 30, 2011  As the city sees increasing numbers of small businesses opening and expanding, Oceanside librarians find their services being sought more often by small business owners.

Volunteers acknowledged for helping seniors in Oceanside
December 30, 2011  The City of Oceanside Parks & Recreation Division thanked all their Volunteer Drivers during the Volunteer Appreciation Banquet held in December at the Country Club Senior Center, 455 Country Club Lane in Oceanside.

LCP & Sign Ordinance text amendment -- City initiated/Citywide
December 30, 2011  The City of Oceanside will hold a Planning Commission workshop on January 23, 2012, to initiate discussions and obtain public input on a proposed Local Coastal Plan Amendment and Sign Ordinance Text Amendment.

Book Clubs 2012 -- Oceanside Public Library
December 20, 2011  Make it your New Year's resolution to join a book club.

City Seeking Proposals for Operation of Marshall Street Pool
December 14, 2011  The City of Oceanside is seeking proposals from qualified individuals or organizations interested in entering into a long-term lease agreement to manage, operate and provide swimming programs at the Marshall Street Swim Center, 1404 Marshall Street, Oceanside, California.

Holiday Boutique at the Library
December 1, 2011  The Friends of the Oceanside Public Library will present a Holiday Boutique on Sunday, December 11, 2011, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Civic Center Library, located at 330 N. Coast Highway in Oceanside.

Holiday Home Tour
December 1, 2011  Tickets are now available for purchase for the Friends of the Oceanside Public Library's annual Holiday Home Tour, which will be held on Sunday, December 11, 2011.

City-Owned Real Property Available for Lease
November 23, 2011  The City of Oceanside has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the lease of real property in the City of Oceanside off North River Road near College Boulevard.

City-Owned Surplus Property for Sale
November 23, 2011  The City of Oceanside has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the purchase of surplus vacant real property in the City of Oceanside.

Brooks St. Swim Center re-surfacing project begins December 2011
November 17, 2011  The Neighborhood Services Department received approval for the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to resurface the Brooks Street Pool, located at 130 Brooks Street in Oceanside.

Shakespeare Authorship Mystery at Library
November 17, 2011  The public is invited to learn about the fascinating Shakespeare Authorship Mystery at the Oceanside Public Library on Saturday, November 19, 2011.

Holiday Movie at the Pier Amphitheater
November 14, 2011  The City of Oceanside will sponsor a holiday-inspired "movie after dark" at the Pier Amphitheater Saturday, December 3, 2011, at 6:00 p.m.

Senior Winter Ball 2011
November 14, 2011  The El Corazon Senior Center will host the Annual Holiday Senior Winter Ball on Sunday, December 11, 2011, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Disc Jockey 101 Presented by "The Librarian"
November 10, 2011  Ever wonder what it takes to be a DJ? Come join us at the library to learn the history and basics of being a DJ from "The Librarian", Matthew Cooper.

Technology Petting Zoo and eBook Workshop
November 9, 2011  Want to learn more about eBooks and try out different eReaders?  Join us on December 2 at 10:00 a.m. in the Civic Center Library for a Technology Petting Zoo and eBook Workshop.

Native American Cultural Celebration
November 7, 2011  The public is invited to the Civic Center Library, 330 North Coast Highway, on Saturday, November 19, 2011, to enjoy local Native American art, crafts, and storytelling.

Oceanside READS Literacy Program Hosts Successful Open House
November 7, 2011  Oceanside READS, the adult literacy program of the Oceanside Public Library, recently held an open house at its learning center, 321 North Nevada Street, as a way to increase awareness of its services throughout the community. 
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Nominees Needed for 2012 Martin Luther King Jr. Service Award
November 7, 2011  The City of Oceanside is seeking nominees for the 2012 Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Service Award. This annual award honors residents of the City who have made a significant contribution of time and energy to improve community life, promote positive community development, and enhance the lives of individuals and neighborhoods in the City. 

Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Event
November 7, 2011  The elves are dusting off their tools and the jolly old man has sent his red suit to the cleaners.  The City will host the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting at the Regal Cinema Plaza, located at 401 Mission Avenue in Oceanside, on December 1, 2011, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Park and Recreation Goes "Green"
November 7, 2011  Parks and Recreation is making a commitment to the environment to reduce paper consumption by "going green", offering a digital-only format of the Recreation Activity Guide. 

Library Offers Resources for Oceanside's Small Businesses
November 2, 2011  Oceanside Public Library offers a wealth of information for small businesses.  As the City sees an increase in the amount of small businesses that are opening and expanding, librarians are noticing their services being sought more often.

Six Flags Magic Mountain Teen Trip
October 31, 2011  Nothing says fun like the thrill of roller coasters!  Join Parks & Recreation on November 21, 2011, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. for the Six Flags Magic Mountain Teen Trip, open to all youth ages 11-16. 

City of Oceanside Approved for Federal Grant
October 26, 2011  The City of Oceanside has been awarded approximately $236,000 in federal grant funds by the Federal Aviation Administration ("FAA") for airport improvement projects at Oceanside Municipal Airport (“Airport”). 



Friends of the Oceanside Public Library Present A Holiday Boutique
October 20, 2011  The Friends of the Oceanside Public Library will present a Holiday Boutique on Sunday, December 11, 2011, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Civic Center Library, located at 330 N. Coast Highway in Oceanside. 

Public Workshops: On the Road to Zero Waste in Oceanside
October 20, 2011  The Oceanside City Council unanimously adopted Zero Waste as a goal, and hopes to reduce the amount of materials landfilled by 75 percent by the year 2020.

Oceanside Small Business Forum
October 13, 2011  The City of Oceanside, in partnership with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, and the Oceanside Economic Development Commission, will be hosting an Oceanside Small Business Forum on November 8, 2011, from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall North – Second Floor, 300 N. Coast Highway.



Parks & Recreation Presents "Heritage Park Fall Festival"
October 10, 2011  Come celebrate the "Harvest Season" at the first annual "Heritage Park Fall Festival" Saturday, November 5, from 12:00 – 3:00 pm at historic Heritage Park and Museum, located at 220 Peyri Road in Oceanside.

First Annual Autumn Craft Fair
October 10, 2011  El Corazon Senior Center, located at 3302 Senior Center Drive in Oceanside, will host the First Annual Autumn Craft Fair on Friday, November 18, from 3:00 – 7:00 pm.

Oceanside Celebrates the 14th Annual "Senior Citizen's Day" and Expo
September 30, 2011  The 14th Annual "Senior Citizen's Day" and EXPO, a day to celebrate all seniors in Oceanside, will be held at the El Corazon Senior Center, located at 3302 Senior Center Drive in Oceanside, on Saturday, October 8, 2011, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.

The Nigerian Brothers in Concert at the Oceanside Public Library
September 28, 2011  Experience the West African rhythms of The Nigerian Brothers in concert at the Oceanside Library on Saturday, October 15, 2011.
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New Utility Bill Format for Oceanside Customers
September 27, 2011  Improvements Make Bill Easier to Read and Understand


Human Bone Fragments Find Update
September 26, 2011  On Sunday September 25th, the Medical Examiner went to the site of the human bone fragments discovery in the backyard of a home in the 600 block of Monterey Street to explore the sight for further remains.

Police Are Investigating Human Bone Fragments
September 23, 2011  On Wednesday September 21, 2011 Officers were dispatched to a home in Oceanside's Capistrano Neighborhood to investigate the origin of small bone fragments that were found just below the surface of the ground during a construction project.

Oceanside Police Department Working to Improve Motorcycle Safety
September 21, 2011  The Oceanside Police Department will be conducting a specialized Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation September 22, 2011 through September 24, 2011 in an effort to continue lowering deaths and injuries.

Oceanside Police Investigate Apparent Murder-Suicide - Update
September 20, 2011  The names of the deceased male and female found in the home in the 300 block of Via Metates are being released.

Oceanside Celebrates the 14th Annual "Senior Citizen's Day" and Expo
September 19, 2011  The 14th Annual "Senior Citizen's Day" and EXPO, a day to celebrate all seniors in Oceanside, will be held at the El Corazon Senior Center, located at 3302 Senior Center Drive in Oceanside, on Saturday, October 8, 2011, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.

Oceanside Police Investigate Apparent Murder-Suicide
September 19, 2011  On September 19, 2011 at approximately 4:00 p.m. Police were dispatched to a home in the 300 block of Via Metates to check on the welfare of the 56-year-old-male resident.

Parks and Recreation Presents "Back to the Future"
September 12, 2011  Parks and Recreation presents "Back to the Future" Saturday, September 10, at the Pier Amphitheater located south of the Beach Recreation Center and Oceanside Pier

Louisa May Alcott: The Woman Behind Little Women
September 9, 2011  Louisa May Alcott is recognized around the world for her novel Little Women, but few know Alcott as the bold, compelling woman who grew up in the innermost circle of the transcendentalist and antislavery movements, served as a Civil War army nurse, and led a secret literary life writing pulp fiction

City of Oceanside & Junior Girl Scout Troop 1340 Partner for Beach Recycling
September 8, 2011  Visitors to Oceanside beaches will now have a place to drop off plastic water bottles, aluminum beverage cans, paper, and even glass

Police Investigate Stabbing
September 7, 2011  On Wednesday September 7, 2011 Police were dispatched to investigate the report of a fight in the area of 900 Pierview Way. 

Police Schedule DUI Checkpoint
August 30, 2011  The Oceanside Police Department will conduct a DUI Checkpoint on Friday September 2, 2011 between the hours of 8:00pm and 3:00am in the City of Oceanside as part of the DUI Enforcement and Awareness Program.

Moya Brennan
August 29, 2011  The Oceanside Public Library and the Friends of the Oceanside Public Library are proud to present Grammy Award winner Moya Brennan with Cormac de Barra as part of the 2011 World Music Series.

Parks & Recreation Ambassadors Scholarship Contest
August 29, 2011  The City of Oceanside’s Neighborhood Services Department along with the Friends of Oceanside Parks and The San Diego North County Lions Club will be conducting a scholarship contest this Fall to name the first “Parks and Recreation Ambassadors”.

Stay Fit this Fall 2011 With Parks & Recreation
August 29, 2011  Parks & Recreation offers a variety of leisure classes to help you stay active once summer is gone.

Police Arrest Robbery Suspect
August 27, 2011  Since June 5, 2011 there have been four (4) armed robberies at hotels in Oceanside and another two in Carlsbad. 

Oceanside Public Library Receives Second Big Read Grant From NEA
August 25, 2011  The Oceanside Public Library has received a $17,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to host a second Big Read, a community-wide reading program, in the Oceanside area.

Oceanside Remembers and Celebrates the 10th Anniversary of 9/11
August 25, 2011  On Sunday, September 11, 2011, in reflection and remembrance honoring the tenth anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, the City of Oceanside Neighborhood Services, “The Friends of Oceanside Parks”, Oceanside Police Department, Oceanside Fire Department and Mainstreet Oceanside will be hosting a free event at the Oceanside Pier Amphitheater, located at 200 South The Strand.

After-School & Teen Programs
August 24, 2011  Now that summer is coming to an end and school is soon back in session, Parks & Recreation offers a variety of after-school and teen programs with endless benefits.

Free Summer Concert Promotes Health and Wellness
August 24, 2011  Come to a free concert in the park featuring the headliner “Surfin’ Safari”, a Beach Boys Tribute Band, August 26, 2011, at Rancho Del Oro Park located at 4700 Mesa Drive in Oceanside.

Police Request Assistance From Public
August 24, 2011  On August 16, 2011at 5:25 p.m. Police were dispatched to a home in the 300 block of Boomvang Court to investigate the report of a shooting.
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Police Search for Missing Juvenile - Update
August 22, 2011  14-year-old Makaylia Williams was located this afternoon.

Police Search for Missing Juvenile
August 21, 2011  Police are searching for a 14-year-old female who is missing under suspicious circumstances. 
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Police Schedule DUI Checkpoint
August 18, 2011  The Oceanside Police Department will conduct a DUI Checkpoint on Friday August 19, 2011 between the hours of 8:00pm and 3:00am in the City of Oceanside as part of the DUI Enforcement and Awareness Program.

2011 Junior Lifeguard Program Enrollment
March 7, 2011  The 2011 Oceanside Junior Lifeguard Program enrollment is open. Please click here for applications, dates, and other information.
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