Songs of Freedom and Hope hosted by Japanese Friendship Garden
In an effort to continue Japanese Friendship Garden outreach beyond Balboa Park, they have partnered with lyric baritone Glenn Herring to celebrate Black History Month with a virtual lecture on spirituals, African-American composers, musicians, and seminal works. *This lecture is free with registration on Zoom. --- Mr. Herring is a native of the windy city Chicago where he spent over a decade performing as a musician and has even sung with members of the acclaimed Chicago Symphony Chorus. Glenn has taught music in the U.S. and abroad and currently resides in Vermont where he is a member of the Burlington...
Introducing the NEW City Fun Center Game Card!
City Fun Center 8990 Miramar Road, San Diego, CAIntroducing the NEW " City Fun Center " Game Card !!!! All existing ""Nickel City" Game cards are still VALID! Get in the game at City Fun Center, filled with blasts from the past like PAC-MAN and Space Invaders, plus new pulse-pounding pursuits like Time Freak, Laser Frenzy and Laser Tag. Along with driving, video and pinball games, the family-friendly venue also offers Connect 4 Basketball, mini-bowling, two- and four-player air hockey, a cafe and five party rooms (one that even glows in the dark!) City Fun Center is the perfect place for parties, school groups, day camps, civic associations, religious...
Cherry Blossom Season Blooms at the Japanese Friendship Garden!
Imagine 150 cherry trees bursting into bloom with soft pink flowers – that’s just what you’ll see during Cherry Blossom Season at the Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park! During the whole month of March, guests visiting JFG in person will be able to enjoy the upper and lower areas featuring koi ponds, bonsai and hanami — appreciating the beauty of cherry blossom flowers. For those unable to make their way to JFG, virtual programs will also be scheduled throughout the month of March for everyone to enjoy! See the schedule here
San Diego Air & Space Museum Offers Classes For Little Engineers
Design, build, and test your creations with Little Engineers, the San Diego Air & Space Museum's remote pre-school program on Wednesday mornings. March is all about "Architects & Artists" and explores the elements of art in architecture and engineering. Little Engineers is a hands-on STEM enrichment program that introduces children to science and engineering through creativity and fun. Each session lasts four weeks and is designed for children ages 3-5 with accompanying adult. Register here COMING UP: April: Storybook Science - Chapter 2 April 7, 14, 21, 28 Too many books, so little time! Our journey through the science and engineering of our favorite children's books continues. May: What Goes Up May...
The Sky Tonight Astronomy Talk—Planetary Atmospheres
oin Dr. Lisa Will, as she leads us through the current night sky and explores with us what atmospheres on other planets look like. The Sky Tonight Astronomy Talk—Planetary Atmospheres Date & Time: March 3, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Location : This is an online event. Tickets are required, spots are limited. Only one ticket per household is required. Cost : $5-$20! Just grab your favorite drink and food out of the fridge and join us! Please note : This event will be recorded! About the talk: Join us this month at 7 p.m. for a presentation by the...
Hob Nob Hill Restaurant is BACK OPEN for outdoor dining!
Hob Nob Hill 2271 1st Ave, San Diego, CAHob Nob Hill is back open for outdoor dining. They have covered outdoor seating and have added lights and heat. They want you to feel safe, warm, and excited to return to Hob Nob Hill. Check out their amazing menu! http://hobnobhill.com
Downtown Oceanside is Open For Outdoor Dining!
MainStreet Oceanside 701 Mission Ave., Oceanside, CAUPDATED! Indoor dining has resumed with limited capacity in Downtown Oceanside and throughout the county. As conditions and regulations are changing quickly, please check with the individual restaurant to confirm what services are currently available. Socially distanced outdoor dining is available in #downtownoceanside. Many restaurants are ready to welcome you, like Carte Blanche Bistro & Bar (pictured), open for outside dining and curbside pickup. The French-Mexican bistro and bar’s current dinner hours are Tuesday-Sunday 5-9 p.m., plus Happy Hour Tuesday-Friday 4-6 p.m. and Brunch Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more Oceanside al fresco and takeout options, go to https://www.mainstreetoceanside.com/togo
New Bar & Brunch Cocktail Menu at Hob Nob Hill!
With Spring here and longer days ahead, Hob Nob Hill Restaurant has decided to open their bar every day while they are open. Their bar manager, McClain has created two different menus -- one for the weekdays and one for the weekend brunch. They also have Happy Hour on the Hill specials too! You can also see all of their current menus online here: https://drive.google.com/.../1oRsieAxWg8tGDsCiS9Bpk4CH...
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Hob Nob Hill Restaurant!
Hob Nob Hill Restaurant is getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! They will be having a bunch of Irish-inspired Specials for you to indulge in, including their famous Corned Beef & Cabbage (for one, and for two people), Corned Beef Hash & Eggs for breakfast, Corned Beef Tacos, Reuben Sandwiches (with our famous corned beef), and serving THREE IRISH BEERS -- Guinness, Harp, and Smithwick's. We also have Irish Whisky -- Jameson & 2Gingers. They'll also be serving Irish Coffee, Irish Car Bombs, and Irish Boilermakers all day! Come to HOB NOB for your Irish Day Festivities.
Celebrate A Year of Live Storytime at the San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum!
The San Diego Children's Discovery Museum invites families to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Live Storytime on Friday, March 19! Help celebrate by sending a video of your little ones putting their thinking caps on to education@sdcdm.org. The museum will create a special video and share it on March 19. Since closing its doors in March 2020, the Museum has offered virtual programming in an effort to bring accessible and enriching kid-friendly content to families at home during the pandemic. Learn more here