Sharkey's Cuts for Kids in Carlsbad's La Costa area is a children's hair salon franchise at 7625 Via Campanile that turns haircuts into an entertainment experience with themed styling chairs, Xbox gaming stations, and a private Tween Lounge. Every haircut includes a wash, cut, blow-dry, and a choice of themed vehicle chair -- from fire trucks to police cruisers -- while kids watch streaming content on overhead screens, an all-inclusive format that rounds out the family-shopping experience alongside toy destinations such as Geppetto's - Carlsbad, The Forum. The salon also hosts birthday party packages and first-haircut ceremonies that include a keepsake certificate and a lock of hair. Girls' cuts include a complimentary mini-cure with nail polish and a glamour ring, while the Tween Lounge offers updo styling and braids for special events -- moments often captured by family photographers including Lovely Baby Photography. The franchise, headquartered in Westport, Connecticut and operating since 2003, donates a percentage of each haircut to a local charity selected by the individual franchise location.