MainStreet Oceanside Announces Third Community Mural
MainStreet Oceanside is pleased to announce the third public art mural of the Art That Excites program, previously the Oceanside Mural Initiative. Don Myers, known locally for his stained glass and mosaic art, will create a 12-by-13-foot glass mosaic mural of a community of local sea life as it resides below the surface of the Pacific Ocean just off our beaches. The mural will depict a variety of marine animals and plants, including starfish, tuna, sea grass, clown fish, jack mackerel, sea anemone, sharks and coral. Myers, whose art appears at locations throughout Oceanside, including Breakfast Club Diner California, Local...
Japanese Friendship Garden Presents International Coming of Age Ceremony
The Japanese Friendship Garden Presents International Coming of Age Ceremony from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 19. Young adults ages 18-22 from all cultures and backgrounds are highly encouraged to attend this event. When possible, please wear the traditional clothes of your culture to represent it and bring an exciting dynamic to the ceremony. Reserve your spot here
MainStreet Oceanside’s Sunset Market Hosts Annual Author’s Night
Meet local authors on Jan. 23, 2020, Sunset Market in downtown Oceanside. Local writers will be on hand to chat and sell their work from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Showcasing local authors from all different genres of literature, this is a perfect venue to meet and greet authors from our area of the country. Each author will have their work for onsite sale. They look forward to meeting with the public and sharing their literary vision and expanse of work. Writers confirmed for the event include: Alexa Kingaard Ann Robson Aubrey Wyatt Charise Noel Maj. George Durgin Kristi Hawthorne Leslie Clark...
Indulge in ‘A Chocolate Affair’ at Village Faire in Carlsbad!
Join merchants on Saturday, February 8 for "A Chocolate Affair" at Carlsbad Village Faire! Enjoy live music, chocolate samples, restaurant specials, shopping discounts, prizes and more. This “love”-ly event runs from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the shopping center.
May is Maritime Month at the Port of San Diego!
May is Maritime Month at the Port of San Diego! It’s our region’s unique celebration of National Maritime Day, which is May 22. The maritime industry is at the heart of #SanDiegoBay and the surrounding region. Each May, Maritime Month celebrates maritime sectors that are vital to the success of San Diego: cargo, cruise, shipbuilding and repair, and commercial and sport fishing. This year, the Port pays special tribute to the men and women of its Working Waterfront who continue to work hard to ensure the safe and timely delivery of essential goods, providing crucial services in these difficult times. They include the...
Ocean Beach 41st Annual Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off Serves Up Fun in the Sun!
The 41st Annual Ocean Beach Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off Festival offers attendees eclectic fun in the sun for all ages. More than 70,000 visitors will attend the Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off from 10am to 8pm on Saturday, June 27, 2020, for tasty festival nosh, art, beachfront entertainment, shopping, and more. Entry to the Street Fair is always free! The Chili Competition featured tastings from amateur entrants competing for the titles of Hottest Chili, Judges' Award, and Grand Prize: People's Choice Award. For more information visit: https://oceanbeachsandiego.com/attractions/annual-events/ob-street-fair-chili-cook
Spring & Summer Family Activities Guide!
San Diego, CA
San Diego's beloved museums and cultural venues, as well as indoor and outdoor playgrounds are temporarily closed, but they invite you to stay connected online! Read on for virtual adventure challenges and activities and Summer Camp programs! As always, but especially during this uncertain time, please support these wonderful institutions by donating to them and/or signing up for memberships. We'll strive to keep you updated with changes and will note future openings. Note: Due to Covid-19 regulations and future re-openings, please check each institution's website for Summer Camp registration guidelines in the event camps are not able to continue as planned or adjustments are made based on safety recommendations from the...
Get Ready For Ramona Country Fair 2020!
The 2020 Ramona Country Fair, presented by the Ramona Chamber of Commerce, welcomes guests to enjoy four days of fair fun! When: July 30 – August 2, 2020 Thurs 5-10pm, Fri 5-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm Where: Ramona Outdoor Community Center 431 Aqua Lane, Ramona, CA 92065 Admission: FREE Parking: $10 per day or $15 unlimited parking 431 Aqua Lane, Ramona, CA 92065 Featuring outdoor adventure zones, amusement rides, contests, animals, exciting attractions, live music, vendors, western shows, medieval demonstrations and more. Ramona Junior Fair also takes place at the Ramona Outdoor Community Center. For Ramona Junior Fair details, visit http://ramonajuniorfair.com/cms/calendar. ********************************** When spending time...
‘2020 TwainFest’ at Fiesta de Reyes A Virtual Celebration
Fiesta de Reyes in Old Town is proud to partner with Write Out Loud and Old Town San Diego State Historic Park for “TwainFest: A Virtual Celebration of 19th Century Literature" from Aug. 1-16, celebrating literacy and the literary works of Mark Twain and other 19th-century authors. Hear works by Mark Twain, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Walt Whitman, Emily Dickinson, Paul Laurence Dunbar, and others, read aloud by San Diego actors. Click for TwainFest Schedule & to Sign-Up