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Saddle Up for Laughs at Lamb’s Players Theatre Musical ‘Chaps!’

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Cynthia Lamont PassPort to San Diego A few friends and I wanted to see some live theater recently and the musical "Chaps!" sounded fun and entertaining. We headed for beautiful Coronado to Lamb's Players Theatre, a charming venue with excellent views of the stage from every seat in the house. The show, a musical comedy set during World War II, has been very popular and has been extended again, this time to May 19. The storyline is simple: Tex Riley and America's favorite singing cowboys...

Annual Taste of Hillcrest Dishes Up Another Delicious Day!

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Carolyn Howard PassPort to San Diego Food lovers enjoyed a beautiful day along with delicious bites at the annual Taste of Hillcrest, which took place Saturday, April 13. There were 30 purveyors of food, drink and many times both. Getting to all in four hours would have been daunting, but I did enjoy the offerings of 18 of them. I also walked the event, rather than taking the provided shuttles. Vendors often provided extremely generous samples, so I had to pace myself so as to...

Thistle is THE place to go for dreamy any-day and wedding bouquets, spectacular succulents and gifts for the home.

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   The cozy 1920s cottage is THE place to go for dreamy any-day and wedding bouquets, spectacular succulents and gifts for the home. Led by owner Melanie Freed, the THISTLE team loves helping customers choose the best blooms for their wedding color palettes, along with centerpieces, corsages, boutonnieres and other ceremony and reception flowers. Whether for a special occasion or for brightening up a home, talented designers take ordinary groupings of flowers and make them extraordinary with a pop of color, ribbon or statement-making greenery....

Patriotism, Honor and Service Celebrated at the Veterans Museum at Balboa Park

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Cathy Hendrie PassPort to San Diego Learn about honor, courage, sacrifice and commitment by veterans to our nation in this important living history museum in Balboa Park. Housed in a former Navy Chapel, the hilltop venue honors the U.S. Armed Forces and Wartime Merchant Marine through impressive exhibits, memorabilia, artwork and documents. See real U.S. Army Calvary boots from World War I. Marvel at a mural signed by local World War I and World War II vets. Explore at a life-size recreation of a bunker...

Spring Into Our March Newsletter!

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Spring into our March newsletter, filled with St. Patrick's Day fun, festivals, museum exhibits, sight-seeing, wine-tasting, dining and more! https://buff.ly/2H9p8lg 

Iconic Cars Are The Stars In New Exhibit At San Diego Automotive Museum

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[caption id="attachment_80726" align="alignleft" width="736"] 1957 Peacock Blue Ford Thunderbird[/caption] Cathy Hendrie PassPort to San Diego Take a trip down memory lane while touring the San Diego Automotive Museum's new world-class exhibit, "ICONS: Cars That Drove Our Imagination." The dazzling display filling the museum's expansive showroom features classic and famous cars and motorcycles, wowing visitors with their sleek, elegant and innovative designs. Above all, though, the show is undeniably about reverence and nostalgia, evoking entertaining and era-defining stories behind each iconic model. All are showstoppers and...

Coast Into Exciting Events in Our January Newsletter!

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Coast into January and enjoy exciting San Diego events! Marvel at the majesty of gray whales, view an array of art, enjoy museums, restaurants, theater and shopping, and toast to it all with San Diego's finest beer and wine! https://buff.ly/2CMy51n

San Diego Repertory Theatre’s 43rd Season Tickets On Sale Now!

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san diego repertory Theatre season shows Take in bold and provocative works by this downtown San Diego professional theatre company, inspiring audiences for more than four decades. Performances are held at the Lyceum, a state-of-the-art theatre complex below Horton Plaza. The REP’s 43rd season continues with “Aubergine” (Jan. 24-Feb. 17), a touching story of love, family and the healing power of food. The curtain next rises on “Hershey Felder, Beethoven” (Feb. 21-March 24) with Felder bringing the great composer to life through the eyes of Dr. Gerhard von Breuning, who as...

See San Diego’s Sights With Segway of Pacific Beach

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By Carolyn Howard PassPort to San Diego It was a very warm Friday afternoon in October when my friend and I rented a couple of Segways for an hour from Segway of Pacific Beach. We didn't go on a tour, but were happy to see they have a trio of guided adventures: On the Mission Bay Segway Tour, guests glide along the ocean boardwalk. On the Gaslamp Segway Tour, they ride around downtown and see Petco Park, the USS Midway and the Star of India,...

A casual, surprisingly affordable wine bar with a collection of over 1,500 Wines in Miramar.

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  A casual, surprisingly affordable wine bar welcomes you to taste many of their wonderful wines, purchase your own bottle to share (with no corkage fee), or just to hang out and enjoy a glass with other wine lovers. Providing the best service, pricing and selection in the industry, this family-owned business offers their entire collection of 1,500+ wines both online and in the store. Specializing in premium wines, in all price ranges, from around the world. vintagewinessd.com Vintage Wines,  Ltd. 6904 Miramar Rd., San...

Dare to Enjoy Our October Newsletter!

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Dare to enjoy our October newsletter filled with spooky fun and tasty treats! The hauntingly good fun includes Halloween happenings, food-sampling events, Oktoberfest celebrations and much more! https://buff.ly/2IweDXF

Treat your feet at Sock District located in Carlsbad’s Village Faire!

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    Treat your feet at Sock District, filled with the widest selection of novelty, fashionable, witty, and classic socks you’ve ever seen. Pick up a pair (or two, or three or more!) for any occasion. Music lover? Sports fan? Animal enthusiast? Need a gift or souvenir? Looking to make a stylish statement for Independence Day, Christmas or any other holiday? Sock District has you covered. Find socks for men, women and kids. Visit the store at Village Faire in the heart of downtown Carlsbad...

Cafe Milano is a little glimpse of Italy nestled right off the California coastline in beautiful downtown La Jolla.

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    Cafe Milano is a little glimpse of Italy nestled right off the California coastline in beautiful downtown La Jolla. Welcoming you as family, the inviting space has two indoor dining rooms and an outdoor patio surrounded by greenery. The tempting aroma of fresh bread, homemade desserts, and generations of tradition in the tomato sauce, greets you from the bustling kitchen seven days a week. Owner Chef Pasquale’s 25 years of experience with Northern Italian Cuisine is evident in the extensive menu featuring a...

Savor fresh sushi rolls, chicken teriyaki, shrimp tempura and many more delicious dishes at Akai Hana Japanese Cuisine & Sushi Bar in Rancho Bernardo.

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Aka Hana Japanese & Sushi Restaurant Savor fresh sushi rolls, chicken teriyaki, shrimp tempura and many more delicious dishes at Akai Hana Japanese Cuisine & Sushi Bar in Rancho Bernardo. Most of the lunch combos come with miso soup, rice, salad (with an amazing sauce), and either a California or spicy tuna roll. The friendly neighborhood restaurant also serves dinner seven days a week. Order in or take out and see why locals love it!  Akai Hana Japanese Cuisine & Sushi Bar 16769 Bernardo Ctr. Dr., Ste.K11, Rancho Bernardo (858) 451-0074