Noble Experiment, a new speakeasy style drink lounge in the Gaslamp with its entrance buried in the back of upscale burger joint, Neigborhood, had its secret spilled by Yelpers after just days in operation. Co-owners of the El Dorado Cocktail Lounge have a hand in this new spot, which gets it points in my book, but I think I’m too shy to probe a wall for the secret entrance that supposedly exists near the ladies restroom.
The name of the bar is a nod to the nickname given to America’s Prohibition of 1920-1933. Based on those aforementioned mouthy Yelp reviews, it sounds quite appropriate.
The Jumping Turtle Restaurant and Grill’s owners on Monday appealed a Dec. 31 ruling that upheld San Marcos’ decision to revoke the business’ entertainment permit, paving the way for the matter to go to the City Council.
The Jumping Turtle can continue hosting live music shows pending the council hearing’s outcome, she said.
The business attracted little city attention until last May, when San Marcos officials added new restrictions to The Jumping Turtle’s entertainment permit.
The new rules limit the business to two live shows per week, restrict it from charging a cover fee, and ban people under 21 from the premises when alcohol is being served and a band is playing, among other things.
City officials have said underage drinking, noise and other problems at the establishment led to the stricter rules – allegations that Hall and Mouradian say are untrue or exaggerated. – More Turtle
2/3/10 – The Jumping Turtle Bar and Grill and its owners filed a federal lawsuit Wednesday that accuses San Marcos of harassment, deprivation of civil rights and other harmful actions and seeks injunctions to stop them, the business’ attorney said Wednesday.
2010 Lake Elsinore Storm Preview – FriarForecast.com a preview of what should be the 2010 roster for the Lake Elsinore Storm. It’s looks like it will be a fun team to watch with most of the guys coming from the Ft Wayne team that won the most games in minor league baseball. With mashers like Jaff Decker (5′ 10″ 220 lbs – .299/.442/.514)and Rancho Bernardo High alum Allan Dykstra (6′ 5″ 240lbs – .226/.397/375) – FriarForecast.com 2010 Storm Preview
Mira Mesa Bar Brawl – A bar brawl last night at the Tomkat in Mira Mesa led to 1 arrest and 3 injuries. It happened just before 2am so I’m guessing it was a few dudes who were fighting for the last cougar of the night. – SignOnSanDiego.com
Wanted: Husker Musicians - The University of Nebraska marching band canceled its trip to San Diego for the Holiday Bowl because of blizzards and poor road conditions in Nebraska. To make up for their absence, the school’s local alumni chapter is seeking Nebraska graduates with musical talent. The hope is to at least put together a motley crew that can play the Cornhuskers’ fight songs. – SignOnSanDiego.com
The scene of Harmony Grove crash on the morning of 12/11.
Not to say that it wasn’t a problem when we were in school but wtf is going on with the recent rash of teenagers in North County dying from alcohol related crashes? News of two more deaths came through this morning, just two days after a 17-year old Torey Pines high school senior was sentenced to up to 547 days in a juvenile detention camp for being intoxicated at the wheel in a crash that killed another 17-year old.
I heard the sirens this morning from the most recent crash that happened around 6:00am on Harmony Grove Rd just south from GTC in Esco. A 17-year old passenger was killed and the 17-year old driver was arrested on charges of driving under the influence and gross vehicular manslaughter. Hours earlier around 1:00am another 17-year old was killed on Mountain Meadown Rd in North Esco. Drugs or alcohol are suspected in the crash.
Just last Saturday, a 20-year old man and 17-year old woman from Temecula were killed in a solo car crash when the man lost control of his 2002 Lincoln LS on El Norte Parkway near Rose St. Alcohol is suspected to have contributed to the crash.
Not all of these were alcohol related, but a list of recent solo vehicle crashes involving North County teenagers that have resulted in a death…
Sept 25 – 17-year old year old from Vista passes away after crashing during a suspected street race
Oct. 4 – 17-year old killed in an alcohol-related crash in Rancho Sante Fe, 2nd teen seriously injured, driver sentenced to up to 547 days
Oct. 25 – 16-year old killed in a crash on Fairbanks Rd
Nov. 8 – 17-year old killed in a crash in Vista a few blocks from his home where the driver is facing charges of driving under the influence and vehicular manslaughter
Dec. 5 – 20-year old and 17-year old killed in solo crash in Escondido
Dec. 11 – 17-year old killed in solo car crash on Mountain Meadow Rd
Dec. 11 – 17-year old killed in solo car crash on Harmony Grove Rd
Escondido’s own hip-hop sensation, D-Pain will be heading south on Friday, December 18 to perform at The Casbah with Queenly and Cat from Japan. Tickets are $12, get there early, the D don’t wait for no one!
Follow the link to buy tickets online – Buy Tickets
Check out the pics from D-Pain’s record release party…
D-Pain’s album release party kicks off tonight, October 23 at Club Anita’s in Escondido. The doors open at 9:00pm with $3 U-Call-It’s until 11. Domi Young will be performing as well as DJ sets from Escondido’s Dr. Parks and Brian E.
Info line is available at 760.933.theD (8433)
D’s debut album, The Awakening, is available now on iTunes. You can also preview some tracks on his MySpace page: myspace.com/thedpain.
Swasted.com will be there in full force, buy us a drink!
The video for “App 4 Dat” is also available on YouTube.
Hall of Fame Requests Kevin Kouzmanoff’s Glove
The National Baseball Hall of Fame has asked Kevin Kouzmanoff to donate a glove he used this season as he set the National League record for best fielding percentage by a 3rd baseman. Kouz finished with a .990 fielding percentage with 3 errors in 311 chances. – More
Jay Paris: Chargers’ Woes Due to Lack of Off-season Moves – Jay Paris is pretty annoying but I love his nickname for AJ, The Lord of No Rings – More
First Annual TransWorld Motocross Awards, Kickstar Premiere – The First Annual TransWorld Motocross Awards will take place this Thursday, October 8th at the Joint inside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The event will also feature the premiere of the new TransWorld Motocross film, Kickstart. – More Information and Tickets
Tony Stewart Wins Food Chopper 400 in Kansas – Tony benefits from a quick pit stop and a gutsy call to take 2 tires during the final pit stop. The field took the green with 26 laps to go and Smoke was able to hold off a hard-charging Jeff Gordon – ESPN
Trevor Hoffman and Brewers Agree to 1-year, $8 million Deal for 2010 – ESPN
Padres Fire Towers, Searching Outside Organization For Replacement - Total bummer… – MLB.com, SignOnSanDiego.com
Method Man Accused of Tax Evasion – Pitchfork put it best by saying, “Method Man smokes a lot of weed. This is basically a matter of public record. And when you smoke a lot of weed, you can forget to do normal, everyday things–like pay your taxes.”Story From Pitchfork
San Marcos Restaurant Week – Hit up the 55 Yard Line for their lunch special last Friday and scored a Bacon Burger and Blue Moon for $5.55. The waitress tried to tell us it was just a patty melt and draft domestic for the special but we set her straight. But now I see my card was charged twice for the meal, so who’s laughing now? – Restaurant Week
Dillinger Four will be in town next Friday to play the Casbah with Tiltwheel, Riverboat Gamblers (who’s song is featured in the supportARF.com video), and Arrivals.
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The Jumping Turtle Restaurant and Grill’s owners on Monday appealed a Dec. 31 ruling that upheld San Marcos’ decision to revoke the business’ entertainment permit, paving the way for the matter to go to the City Council.
