An annual tradition in our house. I've been going for 15 years! There are TONS of people but we love bundling up, soaking in the architecture/music of Balboa Park AND the fun International Cottage celebrations (check out Casa de Espana - yummy paella!)
San Diego's favorite kick-off to the holiday season, will take place for the 32nd consecutive year on Friday, December 4, 5:00-10:00 p.m. and Saturday, December 5, noon-10:00 p.m. In the spirit of the holidays, participating Balboa Park museums open their doors free of charge from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. both evenings. The largest free community festival in San Diego, December Nights is expected to attract more than 300,000 visitors over two days.
Entertainment and holiday cheer are all part of this classic San Diego celebration-including food from around the globe at the International Christmas Festival at the House of Pacific Relations Cottages; unique gift shopping at the museum stores and with the artisans of Spanish Village; international choirs, musical and dance presentations from the San Diego Junior Theatre, San Diego Civic Youth Ballet and others.
http://www.balboapark.org/decembernights/
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Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Christmas Tree Lane
CHULA VISTA
Whitney St./Mankato - Christmas Circle between First and Second Ave., off H St. & 1st Ave., Dec. 10 through Dec.25, 5 to 10 pm. Over 55 homes decorated. Map
Eastlake Neighborhood - off Otay Lakes Rd. and Eastlake Pkwy. Evenings, Dec. 15 to 31. Homes for the Holidays contest will be held Dec. 15. Map
CLAIREMONT
Lana Dr. & Jamar - off Mt. Abernathy Ave., Dec. 10 through Dec. 25. Over 40 homes decorated on this circular street. Map
4760 Norwalk Ave. - off Clairemont Mesa Blvd./Moraga Ave. Dec.1 through Jan.1, 6 to 10 pm. (11 pm weekends) Map
EAST SAN DIEGO
1523 48th Street - off Federal Blvd. & 48th St. Arron Christmas Lane. Dec. 1 through Dec. 30, 5 to 10 pm. Map
EL CAJON
Jingle Bell Hill (aka Pepper Drive Lights) - Solomon Ave./Pageen Pl. and surrounding area. Off 67 and Bradley. Map
1838 El Pico Drive. - off Hacienda Drive Dec. 10 through Jan. 1, dusk to 10 pm. 41st year of decorating the 20-foot star over 100 ft. in the air, overlooking El Cajon Valley. Also see a 55-foot long train. Map
LA MESA
Bob's Christmas Wonderland - 7171 Cornell Ave., La Mesa. As featured in the Union-Tribune, this residence is truly a wonderland and is open from 5 to 9 p.m. nightly through December. Visitors are asked to bring one canned food item to be donated to the Salvation Army. Map
5475 Heidi Street - off Lake Murray Blvd. and Marengo, Dec. 10 through Jan.1, 6 to 10 pm. - Map
6761 Jackson Drive - off Cowles Mtn. Blvd. Decorations remain lit until Jan.1. 5 to 9 pm. - Map
LEMON GROVE, LOMITA (San Diego)
689 Meadowbrook Dr. - off Jamacha Rd., south of Lemon Grove. Dec. 6 through Jan.1, dusk to 10 pm. Many lights on home and occasionally, Santa and Mrs. Santa may be out to greet visitors. Map
OCEAN BEACH
4729 Newport Ave, Ocean Beach. The Olson family's gift to the community, their home's lights are synchronizedmsMusic (FM 89.7) and operate Monday - Thursday, and Sunday from 6 to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 6 to 11 p.m.
POWAY
12631 Stoutwood Street - off Twin Peaks Road & Deerwood Street. Through Jan. 4, 5:30 to 10 pm. Nicknamed "The Griswolds". Map
Hickory Court, Hickory Street - off Twin Peaks Road and Silverset St. Also Includes Butterwood Ct. and Rockrose Ct. Named "Candy Cane Lane", the entire cul-de-sac is lit up Dec. 3 through Jan.1, 6 to 9 pm . Map
RANCHO PENASQUITOS
Oviedo Street - off Black Mtn. Rd. "Christmas Card Lane": includes Twin Trails, Carmel Mtn. Rd.,Ellingham St., Renato St., Oviedo St., Twin Trails Dr., Barrymore St., Totherham Ave., Talca Ave., Talca Ct., Allenbrook Way, Davenport Ave., Amber Sky Ln. Dec. 10 through Dec. 31, 6 to 10 pm. Map
SAN CARLOS
Block of 7900 and 8000 Hillandale Dr. - off Mission Gorge and Deerfield. Dec. 1 through Dec. 31, 5 to 9 pm. Many lights and a tree on top of the home. Map
SAN MARCOS
1639 Knob Hill - off Nordahl Rd. between Tam O'Shanter Dr. and Augusta Dr. Nov. 26 through Dec. 31, 5 to 9 pm. Disney characters and more. Santa will be out from 6 to 8 every evening Dec. 11 through Dec. 23, except Wednesdays. Map
SANTEE
9230 Wethersfield Rd., Sunwoodie Rd. - Nov. 27 through Jan. 1, 5 to 10 pm. Very colorful nativity scene, Noah's Ark and many lights. Map
9239 Lake Country Drive - off Mast Blvd. Dec. 9 through 30, 7 to 10 pm. Many lights, plus Santa sleigh rides on Dec. 16 & 17. Map
Starlight Circle (Sunburst Santee area), Tomel Court - off Magnolia. Dec. 3 through 31, 6 to 11 pm. On Dec. 17, the neighborhood is holding a Food Drive for the San Diego Food Bank. Bring a non-perishable food item and drop it in the barrels to help feed the hungry in San Diego County. Map
TIERRASANTA
Belardo Lights in Tierrasanta - 5306 Belardo Drive, through Dec. 28. This home light display is a labor of love for Randy Schimka, whose sons both are Autistic. The impressive Christmas lights are a way to connect with his son Brandon, who responds to the lights. What's even more impressive is Randy has synchronized the displays with music, and you can listen on FM 89.7 while you are admiring his work. Map
VISTA
746 Bonita Drive - off Olive Ave. Dec. 1 through Dec. 31, 6 to 9 pm. Large display of lights with an elf's house. Large manger scene. Santa may be there on weekends! Map
Via Vastago - off Olive, Bonita Dr., and N. Melrose Dr. Dec. 10 through 31, 5:30 to 9:30 pm. Little town of Bethlehem in lights, with a possible visit from Santa Claus! Map
Whitney St./Mankato - Christmas Circle between First and Second Ave., off H St. & 1st Ave., Dec. 10 through Dec.25, 5 to 10 pm. Over 55 homes decorated. Map
Eastlake Neighborhood - off Otay Lakes Rd. and Eastlake Pkwy. Evenings, Dec. 15 to 31. Homes for the Holidays contest will be held Dec. 15. Map
CLAIREMONT
Lana Dr. & Jamar - off Mt. Abernathy Ave., Dec. 10 through Dec. 25. Over 40 homes decorated on this circular street. Map
4760 Norwalk Ave. - off Clairemont Mesa Blvd./Moraga Ave. Dec.1 through Jan.1, 6 to 10 pm. (11 pm weekends) Map
EAST SAN DIEGO
1523 48th Street - off Federal Blvd. & 48th St. Arron Christmas Lane. Dec. 1 through Dec. 30, 5 to 10 pm. Map
EL CAJON
Jingle Bell Hill (aka Pepper Drive Lights) - Solomon Ave./Pageen Pl. and surrounding area. Off 67 and Bradley. Map
1838 El Pico Drive. - off Hacienda Drive Dec. 10 through Jan. 1, dusk to 10 pm. 41st year of decorating the 20-foot star over 100 ft. in the air, overlooking El Cajon Valley. Also see a 55-foot long train. Map
LA MESA
Bob's Christmas Wonderland - 7171 Cornell Ave., La Mesa. As featured in the Union-Tribune, this residence is truly a wonderland and is open from 5 to 9 p.m. nightly through December. Visitors are asked to bring one canned food item to be donated to the Salvation Army. Map
5475 Heidi Street - off Lake Murray Blvd. and Marengo, Dec. 10 through Jan.1, 6 to 10 pm. - Map
6761 Jackson Drive - off Cowles Mtn. Blvd. Decorations remain lit until Jan.1. 5 to 9 pm. - Map
LEMON GROVE, LOMITA (San Diego)
689 Meadowbrook Dr. - off Jamacha Rd., south of Lemon Grove. Dec. 6 through Jan.1, dusk to 10 pm. Many lights on home and occasionally, Santa and Mrs. Santa may be out to greet visitors. Map
OCEAN BEACH
4729 Newport Ave, Ocean Beach. The Olson family's gift to the community, their home's lights are synchronizedmsMusic (FM 89.7) and operate Monday - Thursday, and Sunday from 6 to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 6 to 11 p.m.
POWAY
12631 Stoutwood Street - off Twin Peaks Road & Deerwood Street. Through Jan. 4, 5:30 to 10 pm. Nicknamed "The Griswolds". Map
Hickory Court, Hickory Street - off Twin Peaks Road and Silverset St. Also Includes Butterwood Ct. and Rockrose Ct. Named "Candy Cane Lane", the entire cul-de-sac is lit up Dec. 3 through Jan.1, 6 to 9 pm . Map
RANCHO PENASQUITOS
Oviedo Street - off Black Mtn. Rd. "Christmas Card Lane": includes Twin Trails, Carmel Mtn. Rd.,Ellingham St., Renato St., Oviedo St., Twin Trails Dr., Barrymore St., Totherham Ave., Talca Ave., Talca Ct., Allenbrook Way, Davenport Ave., Amber Sky Ln. Dec. 10 through Dec. 31, 6 to 10 pm. Map
SAN CARLOS
Block of 7900 and 8000 Hillandale Dr. - off Mission Gorge and Deerfield. Dec. 1 through Dec. 31, 5 to 9 pm. Many lights and a tree on top of the home. Map
SAN MARCOS
1639 Knob Hill - off Nordahl Rd. between Tam O'Shanter Dr. and Augusta Dr. Nov. 26 through Dec. 31, 5 to 9 pm. Disney characters and more. Santa will be out from 6 to 8 every evening Dec. 11 through Dec. 23, except Wednesdays. Map
SANTEE
9230 Wethersfield Rd., Sunwoodie Rd. - Nov. 27 through Jan. 1, 5 to 10 pm. Very colorful nativity scene, Noah's Ark and many lights. Map
9239 Lake Country Drive - off Mast Blvd. Dec. 9 through 30, 7 to 10 pm. Many lights, plus Santa sleigh rides on Dec. 16 & 17. Map
Starlight Circle (Sunburst Santee area), Tomel Court - off Magnolia. Dec. 3 through 31, 6 to 11 pm. On Dec. 17, the neighborhood is holding a Food Drive for the San Diego Food Bank. Bring a non-perishable food item and drop it in the barrels to help feed the hungry in San Diego County. Map
TIERRASANTA
Belardo Lights in Tierrasanta - 5306 Belardo Drive, through Dec. 28. This home light display is a labor of love for Randy Schimka, whose sons both are Autistic. The impressive Christmas lights are a way to connect with his son Brandon, who responds to the lights. What's even more impressive is Randy has synchronized the displays with music, and you can listen on FM 89.7 while you are admiring his work. Map
VISTA
746 Bonita Drive - off Olive Ave. Dec. 1 through Dec. 31, 6 to 9 pm. Large display of lights with an elf's house. Large manger scene. Santa may be there on weekends! Map
Via Vastago - off Olive, Bonita Dr., and N. Melrose Dr. Dec. 10 through 31, 5:30 to 9:30 pm. Little town of Bethlehem in lights, with a possible visit from Santa Claus! Map
Monday, September 28, 2009
Oktoberfest - La Mesa
It's my favorite time of year! and that means it's time for La Mesa's Oktoberfest this weekend.
The largest 3-day Oktoberfest West of the Mississippi! and it's all FREE (except food & drinks of course). This is a great family event. Enjoy folk dancing, arts/craft booths, and the family-friendly beer garden with incredible brauts.
http://www.lmvma.com/
The largest 3-day Oktoberfest West of the Mississippi! and it's all FREE (except food & drinks of course). This is a great family event. Enjoy folk dancing, arts/craft booths, and the family-friendly beer garden with incredible brauts.
http://www.lmvma.com/
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Halloween @ YMCA
Rancho Family YMCA (RB area) is hosting a FREE community Halloween event.
Friday, October 23rd, 7-8:30pm...Gobstacle course, haunted house, arts/crafts and other ghoulish activities.
Friday, October 23rd, 7-8:30pm...Gobstacle course, haunted house, arts/crafts and other ghoulish activities.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Fall is Almost Here! Apple Picking
Calico Ranch - Gates close @ promptly 3:30pm every day. By far the best place to pick (and the only one b/c of the drought). Their farm was first planted in the 1930’s with many varieties of antique apples and pears now available for fresh fruit sales.(858) 586- 03924200 Highway 78, Julian, CA 92036Email: conradmyoung@aol.comwww.spencervalley.com
Julian Mining Company- Discover gold & minerals using gold pans, sluice box and 'rockers.' Hayrides, U-Press cider, gift shop, raspberry picking & pumpkin patch in fall.(951) 313-0166Email: julianminingco@aol.com www.julianminingcompany.com
Check back another year, but this year (2009) these listed below are all closed b/c of the drought.
Apples and Art Orchards - Open with reservationU-PICK pesticide free apple orchard, available for groups of all ages, with information and free apple cider making. Reservations necessary. Opening on September 11 for groups of 10 or more with reservations. Opening on September 28 for family groups of 10 or less from 12 to 4 p.m.(760) 310-63681052 Julian Orchards Drive, P.O. Box 2412, Julian, CA 92036Email: applesandart@sbcglobal.net
Apple Starr Orchards - Open for U-PickOpen Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.We have a Certified Organic Orchard (California Certified Organic Farm) since 2000. Apples and Pears numbering 1000 trees. We have u-pick in September until the end of harvest (October.) We pack and box fruit for retail outlets.(949) 230-72691020 Julian Orchards Drive, Julian, CA 92036Email: astarr@uci.edu
Apple Lane Orchard - CLOSED Apples, fresh cider, preserves, fruits and souvenirs, so bring your cameras. ¼ mile East of town on Highway 78 across from the High School football field. Group tours available by reservation.760) 765-2645 2641 Apple Lane, P.O. Box 760, Julian, CA 92036Email: julianapples@direcway.com
Mountain Farms...Gastil Orchards - Open for U-PickOpen Saturday and Sunday10 a.m to 4 p.m.(760) 765-0111 (Janet Gastil)1055 Julian Orchards Drive
Peacefield Orchard - Open for U-PickU-PICK apple orchard. Plus Healthy Chocolate & Healthy Coffee. Open week days by appointment, starting September 2008.(760) 443-39303803 Wynola Road, Julian, CA 92036www.juliancoffeetree.com
Raven Hill Orchard - Open for U-PickOpen for U-PICK (7 days, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) August 16. Apple orchard featuring 8000 dwarf trees growing seven varieties, managed by the Brady Brothers since January 2005. Patrick Brady is also an accomplished sculptor featured at www.myartinfo.com (760) 765-24311284 Julian Orchards Drive, P.O. Box 981, Julian, CA 92036Email: ulsterboyeire@aol.com
Julian Mining Company- Discover gold & minerals using gold pans, sluice box and 'rockers.' Hayrides, U-Press cider, gift shop, raspberry picking & pumpkin patch in fall.(951) 313-0166Email: julianminingco@aol.com www.julianminingcompany.com
Check back another year, but this year (2009) these listed below are all closed b/c of the drought.
Apples and Art Orchards - Open with reservationU-PICK pesticide free apple orchard, available for groups of all ages, with information and free apple cider making. Reservations necessary. Opening on September 11 for groups of 10 or more with reservations. Opening on September 28 for family groups of 10 or less from 12 to 4 p.m.(760) 310-63681052 Julian Orchards Drive, P.O. Box 2412, Julian, CA 92036Email: applesandart@sbcglobal.net
Apple Starr Orchards - Open for U-PickOpen Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.We have a Certified Organic Orchard (California Certified Organic Farm) since 2000. Apples and Pears numbering 1000 trees. We have u-pick in September until the end of harvest (October.) We pack and box fruit for retail outlets.(949) 230-72691020 Julian Orchards Drive, Julian, CA 92036Email: astarr@uci.edu
Apple Lane Orchard - CLOSED Apples, fresh cider, preserves, fruits and souvenirs, so bring your cameras. ¼ mile East of town on Highway 78 across from the High School football field. Group tours available by reservation.760) 765-2645 2641 Apple Lane, P.O. Box 760, Julian, CA 92036Email: julianapples@direcway.com
Mountain Farms...Gastil Orchards - Open for U-PickOpen Saturday and Sunday10 a.m to 4 p.m.(760) 765-0111 (Janet Gastil)1055 Julian Orchards Drive
Peacefield Orchard - Open for U-PickU-PICK apple orchard. Plus Healthy Chocolate & Healthy Coffee. Open week days by appointment, starting September 2008.(760) 443-39303803 Wynola Road, Julian, CA 92036www.juliancoffeetree.com
Raven Hill Orchard - Open for U-PickOpen for U-PICK (7 days, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) August 16. Apple orchard featuring 8000 dwarf trees growing seven varieties, managed by the Brady Brothers since January 2005. Patrick Brady is also an accomplished sculptor featured at www.myartinfo.com (760) 765-24311284 Julian Orchards Drive, P.O. Box 981, Julian, CA 92036Email: ulsterboyeire@aol.com
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Stop "Horsing Around"!
..but I'm not... Wednesdays are FREE @ the Del Mar Races! with their "Free & Easy Wednesdays" - you get
- FREE strech run admission
- FREE reserved seat
- FREE program
- 1/2 off domestic beer (in case you drink)
- 1/2 off sodas
- 1/2 off hot dogs
- (catch? become a "diamond member" at the gate - but it's FREE too (and you get more benefits than just on Wednesdays).
- What's almost as good as seeing the horses race? Taking your kids to get an upclose view of the race horses just before they take off - in the owner's circle. Can I get an "ooo-ahhh"?
Sundays @ the races also have FREE family infield play/fun. Inflatables, pony rides and games. Yes, ALL FREE! Starting @ 1:00pm.
Thursdays @ the races is $11 nite - for ONLY $11 you get
- stretch run admission
- reserved seat
- Oggi's personal pizza
- soda
- program
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Amusement Parks
- Check with your HR department, they often get coupons and you can save as much as $10/entrance on amusement parks and sometimes FREE entrances to museums & other seasonal attractions.
- Costco offers great promotions - the package might be the same price but you may get free parking or other perks.
- Grocery stores will promote Legoland & other local attractions from time/time, call them.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Strawberry & FlowerFields
Flower Fields in Carlsbad - Buy one, Get one FREE coupon - http://www.randomsandiego.com/blog/2009/04/20/discount-coupon-to-the-flower-fields-in-carlsbad/
Visit the flowerfields and you get a FREE child entrance to Legoland!
Strawberry Fields in Carlsbad. Bring your friends! Buy 10 buckets and they're 1/2 off (i.e. you pay $3/piece vs. $6). So if you have two children, it's buy one, get one FREE! Fun to do with your kids and you get dessert! http://www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com/
Visit the flowerfields and you get a FREE child entrance to Legoland!
Strawberry Fields in Carlsbad. Bring your friends! Buy 10 buckets and they're 1/2 off (i.e. you pay $3/piece vs. $6). So if you have two children, it's buy one, get one FREE! Fun to do with your kids and you get dessert! http://www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com/
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