CARLSBAD: Ranch caretakers asked to leave Aug 26, 2008
Caretakers Greg and Jennifer Sawyer, seen here with their sons Daniel, 4, and Matthew, 7, at Leo Carrillo Ranch in Carlsbad on Nov. 30 ... CARLSBAD ---- The family that's been taking care of the city's Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park for the last year has been asked to leave. (North County Times)
Carlsbad to get bids for barn project Mar 19, 2008
CARLSBAD -- The city will seek bids for a barn restoration project at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and will attempt to solve a sinkhole problem in a residential neighborhood, the City Council decided Tuesday ... The council also agreed at Tuesday's meeting to seek bids for a restoration project at what was once the ranch of former movie star Leo Carrillo. (North County Times)
Leo Carrillo barn project up for council vote Mar 17, 2008
CARLSBAD ---- A long-planned renovation of the historic wooden barn at the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park may finally soon begin ... The place was once home to Hollywood actor Leo Carrillo, who played Pancho in "The Cisco Kid" TV series in the 1950s ... The Friends of Leo Carrillo organization wants the work to be the first of a two-part project. (North County Times)
Consultant records Carlsbad's noteworthy trees Jan 14, 2008
Mark Wisniewski, who is creating a master list of historical trees in Carlsbad, shows off a dragon tree, near the back of the hacienda on the grounds of Leo Carrillo Ranch on Tuesday ... Mark Wisniewski, who is creating a master list of historical trees in Carlsbad, gets a close look at a dragon tree in the hacienda's front courtyard on the grounds of Leo Carrillo Ranch on Tuesday ... Two dragon trees grow on the grounds of Leo Carrillo Ranch. (North County Times)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Mariachi Concert and dinner upcoming Jan 8, 2008
CARLSBAD -- Docents are needed to become tour guides for schoolchildren at Carlsbad's landmark Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park. Volunteers will be trained on the "Hollywood connection," the history of a California working ranch, and native plants and animals before sharing their knowledge with visiting school groups. (North County Times)
More of this story Dec 22, 2007
Among them were Isidore Dockweiler, Eugene Biscailuz and Leo Carrillo. Dockweiler received the first bachelor of arts degree awarded by St. Vincent's, in 1887. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Carrillo ranch hosts craft sale Dec 15, 2007
The temporary craft shop at the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park will be from11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. today and 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday ... All item items are priced at 10 or less and all proceeds will benefit the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park Trust Fund, organizers report. (North County Times)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Fallbrook Democrats to host Christmas party Dec 4, 2007
CARLSBAD -- The Carlsbad Recreation Department will present Holiday at the Rancho from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 8 at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, 6200 Flying LC Lane. There will be a tree lighting ceremony, handmade craft boutique, photos with Santa and an outdoor family movie, "Polar Express." Call (760) 602-7519. (North County Times)
Carlsbad's Fall Festival slated for today Nov 10, 2007
CARLSBAD -- Music, craft projects and other kid-friendly activities are planned at today's Fall Festival at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park ... The historic park was once home to Hollywood actor Leo Carrillo, who is perhaps best known for his role as Pancho in "The Cisco Kid" TV series from the 1950s. (North County Times)
Carlsbad volunteer crafts rustic signs for Carrillo Ranch Oct 8, 2007
Community volunteer George Wooldridge has created some 25 rustic signs for Carlsbad's historic Leo Carrillo Ranch Park ... Among his many activities, he recently hand-crafted some 25 rustic signs designating the various points of interest in Carlsbad's historic Leo Carrillo Ranch Park. (North County Times)
Coastal Community News briefs: Senior center to host concert Jul 24, 2007
CARLSBAD -- The Carlsbad Recreation Department will host its Friday Night Film Festival from Aug. 17 to Sept. 21 at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, 6200 Flying LC Lane ... There will be a showing of the "The Cisco Kid," featuring Leo Carrillo, before each main feature ... The Support Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park Friday Night Film Festival and Fundraising Dinner will be held Sept. 21. (North County Times)
Carlsbad seeks new live-in caretaker for Leo Carrillo park May 31, 2007
If you get the job as the new live-in caretaker for Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, your kids can move in with you, but you can't bring a puppy because dogs aren't allowed on city park property ... Actor Leo Carrillo, who is perhaps best known for his comic sidekick role as Pancho in the 1950s TV series "The Cisco Kid," has been described as a master showman who entertained many Hollywood celebrities at his ranch. (North County Times)
Leo Carrillo park to see more construction work May 30, 2007
CARLSBAD -- With work to control erosion nearly complete at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, a barn restoration effort at the site is about to go out for bid, and there's also talk of installing a special events patio near the pool. Once home to the late actor Leo Carrillo, the 27-acre park sits in a valley just west of Melrose Drive near the city's eastern border. (North County Times)
Perpetual Motion in Santa Monicas May 26, 2007
A popular surfing spot, Leo Carrillo State beach allows surfers to tackle the well-shaped south swell, while battling the submerged rocks and kelp beds. In recent years, the state added a name change to Leo Carrillo State park to a large region of the Santa Monica parkland ... Its namesake, Angeline Leo Carrillo, was famous for his TV role as Pancho, the Cisco Kid s sidekick. (Suite101.com)
‘World’s End’ is close by: Guadalupe Dunes plays pivotal cameo in third ‘Pirates’ movie May 26, 2007
Other pirate destinations that receive attention at Fandango include: Leo Carrillo State Beach, Calif. the Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah; Niagara Falls, N.Y.; and, of course, Dominica in the Caribbean. (Santa Maria Times)
Loving their neighbors: Thousands from North Coast Church plan weekend of community service Apr 25, 2007
Leo Carrillo Ranch: Landscaping, clean-up, maintenance. Libby Lake Community Center: Outdoor refurbishment, clean-up, maintenance. (North County Times)
PrepArts briefs Apr 16, 2007
OCEANSIDE ---- El Camino High School will present "Thoroughly Modern Millie at 7 p.m. April 28, and May 4 and 5; and 2 p.m. April 29 and May 6 at the Truax Performing Arts on Center, 400 Rancho Del Oro Drive.The musical is a 1920s tale about the spirited Millie Dillmount, who arrives in New York City intent on getting a job as a secretary jfor a rich, handsome, eligible boss. Her plans are foiled when she is abducted. Tickets cost 10 general admission, 8 for students, and 6 for students with ASB... (North County Times)
Coastal Prep Arts Briefs Mar 5, 2007
CARLSBAD ---- The award-winning Carlsbad High School Marching Lancers and Wind Symphony will hold their annual dance and silent auction fundraiser, Rockin' at the Ranch, from 6 to 10 p.m. May 4 at the historic Leo Carrillo Ranch in Carlsbad. Tickets cost 25, and VIP tickets cost 50. (North County Times)
Sunset writer rooted in city Feb 11, 2007
It intersects Mulholland Drive when the latter descends just inside the L.A. County line at Leo Carrillo State Beach. With waterfalls, meadows and something approaching solitude, the Backbone is where Jaffe finds his opportunity to, as he says, et into the wilder and purer side of the mountains. (Lompoc Record, CA)
A ritzy version of roughing it Feb 11, 2007
Leo Carrillo State Park's many scenic attractions keep one family returning to the popular camping spot in accessible Malibu ... THE campground at Leo Carrillo State Park is a scenic retreat where a family can hike the Santa Monica Mountains, explore tide pools or simply hang out around the fire pit ... Each summer, my wife, Leslie, and I take our two boys, Riley and Casey, to Leo Carrillo because it's a fun, affordable beach weekend in one of the country's ritziest swaths of real estate. (Los Angeles Times)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Joe Walsh concert to benefit Grauer School Feb 6, 2007
CARLSBAD -- The Friends of Carrillo Ranch, Inc. has donated an automated external defibrillator, which is being matched by the city of Carlsbad with a second AED so visitors to the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park will now have an extra measure of safety. The presentation at a recent city council meeting was made by Wes Radoycich, Friends treasurer. (North County Times)
Carrillo park hosts Dickens-style event Dec 10, 2006
The event, sponsored by the Carlsbad Parks and Recreation Department, was held at the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, once the home of the late actor Leo Carrillo ... "It's fun, and you get to learn about Leo Carrillo," she said, adding that she thinks the park is beautiful. (North County Times)
Nolte, Others Nabbed on Malibu Highway Aug 4, 2006
" Before that, America saw it in the 1960s "Beach Party" movies starring Frankie Avalon and Annette Funicello. Even its pit stops have show business names - there is Dan Blocker State Beach and Michael Landon Community Center, named for the late "Bonanza" TV stars. Leo Carrillo State Park Beach is named for the pioneering Latino actor who played Duncan Renaldo's sidekick in the 1950s TV series "The Cisco Kid. " Almost equally well-known are the sites of some of the highway's more infamous... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Peril on the PCH Aug 3, 2006
Leo Carrillo State Park Beach is named for the pioneering Latino actor who played Duncan Renaldo's sidekick in the 1950s TV series The Cisco Kid. Almost equally well-known are the sites of some of the highway's more infamous accidents. (USA Today -- Life)
Along the Trail Jul 14, 2006
Pancho Gonzales (Leo Carrillo; 1880-1961) rode Loco ... Leo Carrillo State Park along the Pacific Coast Highway is named after him. (Mammoth Times, CA)
Community News Briefs Apr 23, 2006
CARLSBAD ---- Volunteers are needed to become docents from 9 to 11 a.m. weekdays at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and lead tours with students or adults. If you are interested in history, the Golden Era of Hollywood or adobe construction, you will have an opportunity to learn more about these. (North County Times)
