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/
Monday, September 28, 2009
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.
Friday, September 25, 2009
Barnes & Noble Storytime
B&N @ Carmel Mountain offers a toddler storytime on Tuesdays and Fridays @ 10:30am. See your local store for details.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Kids Eat Free 4 Family Day!
Restaurants all over the county are offering free meals for children today in celebration of Family Day — A Day to Eat Dinner with Your Children.
From 4 to 8 p.m. today, participating restaurants will either offer a free child's meal with the purchase of an entree, or a free entree for a child with the purchase of an adult entree for restaurants that don't have children's menus.
The offer is limited to two free meals per table.
The following restaurants are participating (go to calrest.org and click on “News + Events” for specific locations): Anthony's Fish Grotto, Boudin Bakery, Brigantine Seafood Restaurant, Cafe Coyote, Corner Bakery Cafe, Corvette Diner, Crest Cafe, El Pollo Loco, Firehouse American Eatery + Lounge, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Gio Bistro & Wine, Lake Wohlford Cafe, Miguel's Cocina, Pam Pam Cafe & Grill, Roy's Restaurant, Ruby's Diner, Terra Restaurant, The Steakhouse at Azul La Jolla, Via Italia Trattoria, Yard House San Diego and Zocalo.
These are the locations in So Cal http://www.calrest.org/go/CRA/news-events/family-day-2009/participating-family-day-restaurants/southern-california/index.cfm
From 4 to 8 p.m. today, participating restaurants will either offer a free child's meal with the purchase of an entree, or a free entree for a child with the purchase of an adult entree for restaurants that don't have children's menus.
The offer is limited to two free meals per table.
The following restaurants are participating (go to calrest.org and click on “News + Events” for specific locations): Anthony's Fish Grotto, Boudin Bakery, Brigantine Seafood Restaurant, Cafe Coyote, Corner Bakery Cafe, Corvette Diner, Crest Cafe, El Pollo Loco, Firehouse American Eatery + Lounge, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Gio Bistro & Wine, Lake Wohlford Cafe, Miguel's Cocina, Pam Pam Cafe & Grill, Roy's Restaurant, Ruby's Diner, Terra Restaurant, The Steakhouse at Azul La Jolla, Via Italia Trattoria, Yard House San Diego and Zocalo.
These are the locations in So Cal http://www.calrest.org/go/CRA/news-events/family-day-2009/participating-family-day-restaurants/southern-california/index.cfm
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
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Pottery Barn Kids Storytime
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
Great SD Website for Parents!
http://www.sandiegokids.com/
Looking for fun things to do or child-centered stores, etc. Check out this website!
Looking for fun things to do or child-centered stores, etc. Check out this website!
Children's Museum - Escondido
Was it just me or was the Downtown "New Children's Museum" a tad overpriced and overcrowded? It was a great "once/year (if that)" experience and being with our sweet friends (Seatons) was 90% of the fun =)...but I found a great alternative. The Children's Museum of Escondido. It's not free, but only $5/child/adult! They do offer FREE movies in the park in the summertime (see other blog).
http://www.escondidochildrensmuseum.org/
http://www.escondidochildrensmuseum.org/
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
FREE Kids Movies in the Park
Click on this link - http://www.escondidochildrensmuseum.org/calendar.htm
then click on "free movies in the park"
ONLY 1 night left - August 15th!
then click on "free movies in the park"
ONLY 1 night left - August 15th!
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Stories Come Alive
Most bookstores in town, including the library AND pottery barn kids host "story hours". Some libraries even offer a bilingual (spanish) day! Ours even hosts a yoga/book hour for parents & children.
Libraries - http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/library/locations_ALL-BRANCHES.html
Check out the Library's Kids Corner - http://dbpcosdcsgt.co.san-diego.ca.us/screens/KIDS/index.htm for Games, Events/Storytimes, Homework help & more!
PBK in UTC hosts them every Tuesday and offer a "stamp book" for a prize after so many visits.
Barnes & Noble - www.bn.com
Borders - www.borders.com
Libraries - http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/library/locations_ALL-BRANCHES.html
Check out the Library's Kids Corner - http://dbpcosdcsgt.co.san-diego.ca.us/screens/KIDS/index.htm for Games, Events/Storytimes, Homework help & more!
PBK in UTC hosts them every Tuesday and offer a "stamp book" for a prize after so many visits.
Barnes & Noble - www.bn.com
Borders - www.borders.com
Have an "Everyone Wins Party"
Gather up all the toys you don't want anymore or no longer play with - make sure the children participate in this pruning process or you might end up with a hoarder later on in life.
Toys and Books should be in good, usuable condition and may include small "fast food toys".
Everyone brings a box to the "party" filled with their used toys/books. You may want to set a fixed #.
Create a number for as many children playing.
Have each child pick a number to see who goes first...they pick 1 toy out of a box and then it's the next child's turn. It goes round/round until they're all exchanged.
Everyone wins, including the environment - they don't go in the trash.
Toys and Books should be in good, usuable condition and may include small "fast food toys".
Everyone brings a box to the "party" filled with their used toys/books. You may want to set a fixed #.
Create a number for as many children playing.
Have each child pick a number to see who goes first...they pick 1 toy out of a box and then it's the next child's turn. It goes round/round until they're all exchanged.
Everyone wins, including the environment - they don't go in the trash.
Walk on the Wild Side
Now I would suggest bringing bug spray, water and perhaps a "zap gun" if you're going to walk during summer (think rattlesnakes) or anytime where there are reported "lion" spottings...but there are TONS of National Refuges" in San Diego that aren't as rugged as the moutains and have great wildlife.
check out - www.fws.gov to find what you're looking for.
The new pedestrian bridge on Lake Hodges is fun. The kids can't believe they're "walking over water" (well, until it dried up, that is).
check out - www.fws.gov to find what you're looking for.
The new pedestrian bridge on Lake Hodges is fun. The kids can't believe they're "walking over water" (well, until it dried up, that is).
Be a Chef
San Diego City College offers FREE cooking classes from time to time. Call them.
http://www.sdcity.edu/
http://www.sdcity.edu/
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