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Exciting 4th of July Events and Fireworks Near San Carlos this 2025

Exciting 4th of July Events and Fireworks Near San Carlos this 2025

by sancarloslife | Jun 27, 2025 | Headliner, Holiday Blogs

From dazzling fireworks over the Bay to small-town parades, live music, and family-friendly daytime festivals, there’s a celebration waiting for you around San Carlos this Independence Day. This guide highlights the nearest 4th of July events happening around...
Supplying Kitchens Since 1951 – A Great Interview with Ed Krampert Jr. of County Restaurant Supply

Supplying Kitchens Since 1951 – A Great Interview with Ed Krampert Jr. of County Restaurant Supply

by sancarloslife | Jun 25, 2025 | Headliner, Shops and Services Blogs

In the photo: Ed Krampert Jr. with his grandson Zac Krampert in front of County Restaurant Supply County Restaurant Supply (CRS), based in San Carlos, has been serving the Bay Area’s food industry for over 70 years. Behind its long-running  operations is a...
California AB 942: Possible Changes To Existing Solar Contracts

California AB 942: Possible Changes To Existing Solar Contracts

by sancarloslife | Jun 18, 2025 | Headliner, Real Estate Blogs

UPDATE July 1, 2025:  An earlier version of AB 942 would have reduced existing NEM contracts from 20 years down to 10 years, potentially impacting homeowners with solar systems installed under NEM 1.0 and 2.0. However, the bill has been amended to remove this...
New Restaurant Alert, Sen Thai Noodle Bar

New Restaurant Alert, Sen Thai Noodle Bar

by sancarloslife | Jun 17, 2025 | Headliner, Restaurant Blogs

Soft Opening of Sen Thai Noodle Bar at the famous Laurel Street San Carlos added a new name to its growing food scene this week. On Monday, June 16, Sen Thai Noodle Bar opened its doors at 677B Laurel Street, marking its soft opening with an evening of small plates,...
City Council Greenlights Harrington Park Renovation; Rethinks Fountain Design

City Council Greenlights Harrington Park Renovation; Rethinks Fountain Design

by sancarloslife | Jun 13, 2025 | Headliner, City Council Blogs, Downtown Specific Plan

In the photo: the proposed pavilion stage In a closely watched public meeting, the San Carlos City Council reached a key decision on the long-anticipated renovation of Harrington Park and the 700 Block of Laurel Street. The session was marked by careful deliberation...
A Story of Homeownership with Brian and Grace of Plantation Coffee

A Story of Homeownership with Brian and Grace of Plantation Coffee

by sancarloslife | Jun 11, 2025 | Headliner, Real Estate Blogs, Restaurant Blogs

In the photo, from left to right: Baby Minha, Grace, Brian, at Plantation Coffee in San Carlos A Story of Homeownership At Plantation Coffee MinJae and Haeun Cheong, known to friends at Plantation Coffee as Brian and Grace, weren’t planning to buy a home in San...
Highest and Lowest Priced Homes Sold in San Carlos CA, in May 2025

Highest and Lowest Priced Homes Sold in San Carlos CA, in May 2025

by sancarloslife | Jun 5, 2025 | Headliner, Real Estate Blogs

For May 2025, there were a total of 23 homes sold in San Carlos, with sale prices ranging from $4,275,000 to $1,300,000. Here are the highest and lowest priced homes sold last month – Highest Priced Home Sold 142 Coronado Avenue Sold Price: $4,275,000  6 Beds ...
Interior Design Advice For Your San Carlos Home: An Interview with Local Interior Designer Judi Teran

Interior Design Advice For Your San Carlos Home: An Interview with Local Interior Designer Judi Teran

by sancarloslife | May 23, 2025 | Headliner, Real Estate Blogs

Interior Design Advice from Judi Teran This month, San Carlos Life caught up with local interior designer Judi Terun, whose thoughtful, modern style is influencing how San Carlos homeowners create spaces that feel both current and enduring. In our interview, Judi...
Watch an Exciting Video of the Drone Show at the Hometown Days 2025

Watch an Exciting Video of the Drone Show at the Hometown Days 2025

by sancarloslife | May 20, 2025 | Headliner, City Council Blogs, Events Blogs

San Carlos just blew out a hundred candles last weekend and threw one epic birthday party to match. Hometown Days 2025 was bigger, brighter, and louder than ever before. In addition to the classic parade down Laurel Street, rides and games, the popular pet parade, the...
Blossoms Mural Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Guests from Ōmura, Japan

Blossoms Mural Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Guests from Ōmura, Japan

by sancarloslife | May 20, 2025 | Headliner, City Council Blogs, Events Blogs

  SAN CARLOS, Calif. — City leaders and residents gathered on Sister City Lane on May 15, 2025, for the ribbon cutting of Blossoms, a Japanese-American-inspired mural, a collaborative effort by the community of San Carlos community last June 2024, commemorating...
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