January
Intertidal Life Festival (Whale Watch Weekend) (2-Day Event)
This is the season when grey whales migrate from the feeding waters of Alaska to
the warmer
waters of Baja, Mexico to give birth and find mates. The return of the grey
whales will be
celebrated at the Cabrillo National Monument with whale sightings, tidepool
exploration, films,
and a puppet show. Admission: Park Entrance Fee: $5.00 (vehicle) or $3.00
(motorcycle,
bicycle, walk-in). Anticipated Attendance: 3,000/day. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Cabrillo National Monument (1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr.). Host
Organization:
National Park Service/Cabrillo National Monument. General Information: Karl
Pierce @ (619)
523-4562. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
www.nps.gov/cabr.
1/19
10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Saturday
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10th Annual San Diego Multicultural Festival
San Diego's diverse culture and heritage is celebrated with delicious
multicultural foods,
merchandise, and entertaining performances. You can make a hat with the Rad
Hatter,
hand-paint shoes, listen to storytellers, visit the Global Village, and indulge
in many other
festivities. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 24,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Martin Luther King Promenade (on north side of Harbor Dr.
between 4th
Ave. & Market St.) ~ Children's Park (Island Ave. & Front St.). Host
Organization: Center City
Development Corporation. General Information: Jacki Taylor @ (619) 533-7145.
Media
Information: Derek Danziger @ (619) 533-7103. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
www.ccdc.com.
1/19
11:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Intertidal Life Festival (Whale Watch Weekend) (2-Day Event)
This is the season when grey whales migrate from the feeding waters of Alaska to
the warmer
waters of Baja, Mexico to give birth and find mates. Thereturn of the grey
whales will be
celebrated at the Cabrillo National Monument with whale sightings, tidepool
exploration, films,
and a puppet show. Admission: Park Entrance Fee: $5.00 (vehicle) or $3.00 (motorchcle,
bicycle, walk-in). Anticipated Attendance: 3,000/day. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Cabrillo National Monument (1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr.). Host
Organization:
National Park Service/Cabrillo National Monument. General Information: Karl
Pierce @ (619)
523-4562. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
www.nps.gov/cabr.
1/20
10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Sunday
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January
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Festival
In remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., this festival offers music, food,
community
informational material, and activities for children. It will take place in
Balboa Park adjacent to
the World Beat Center. You're welcome to bring a friend where you can both have
a good
time. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Balboa Park (turf area next to the World Beat Center near Park Blvd.).
Host
Organization: World Beat Center. General Information: Makeda Cheatom @ (619)
230-1190.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.worldbeatcenter.org.
1/21
11:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Monday
-
Balboa Theatre Grand Opening Gala
A gala event will take place in celebration of the grand opening of the newly
renovated historic
Balboa Theatre. Guests will be lavishly entertainedwith an indoor theatric
performance that
includes an outdoor reception with pleasing music, delicious food and cocktails,
and a view of
vintage cars. Admission: $150.00 - $250.00. Anticipated Attendance: 1,300.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Balboa Theatre (inside and in front of
the theatre located
at Horton Plaza on 4th Ave. & E St.). Host Organization: Centre City Development
Corp/Balboa
Theatre Found.. General Information: Derek Danziger @ (619) 533-7103. Media
Information:
Not available. Vendor Information: Pierre Charmasson @ (619) 299-5991. Internet:
Not
available.
1/31
6:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Thursday
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February
5th Annual Little Italy Carnevale
The community of Little Italy is proud to host a fabulous "carnevale" of
Venetian masks and
lacy costumes. You're welcome to come with or without a costume. Ether way,
you'll enjoy a
taste of Little Italy in style. Eat, drink, visit the retail shops, and watch a
costume contest!
Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 1,500. Anticipated Participants: Not
available.
Location: Little Italy (throughout Little Italy including Date Street between
India St. & Columbia
St.). Host Organization: Little Italy Association. General Information:
Christopher Gomez @
(619) 233-3898. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: www.littleitalysd.com.
2/2
5:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
Saturday
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13th Annual Gaslamp Quarter Mardi Gras
In celebration of Fat Tuesday, an adult-oriented Mardi Gras will come alive in
the Gaslamp with
parades, glitter, bangles, and beads. You'll mingle and dance in masked revelry
to great jazz
sounds, feast on Cajun foods, and sip frosty beer. Catch and keep strings of
beads being
tossed from floats! Admission: $15.00 - $20.00. Anticipated Attendance: 45,000.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: 5th Ave. (Broadway & Harbor Dr.)~6th Ave.
(E St. & F
St.)~E St. (4th Ave. & 6th Ave.)~F St. (4th Ave. & 6th Ave.)~G St. (4th Ave. &
6th Ave.)~Market
S. t. (4th Ave. & 6th Ave.)~Island Ave. (4th Ave. & 6th Ave.)~J St. (4th Ave. &
6th Ave.)~K St.
(4th Ave. & 6th Ave.) Host Organization: Gaslamp Quarter Association. General
Information:
Jimmy Parker @ (619) 233-5227. Media Information: Dan Flores @ (619) 233-5227.
Vendor
Information: Laurel McFarlane @ (619) 233-5008. Internet: www.gaslamp.org.
2/5
5:30 p.m. 11:59 p.m.
Tuesday
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February
6th Annual Mardi Gras (Hillcrest)
Hillcrest is alive with an exciting adult-oriented Mardi Gras festival! So, come
for the fun by
dressing up in colorful attire and joining the crowd. Dance in the street to
electricfying music,
visit craft booths, much on tasty appetizers, or hang out at the beer garden and
mingle about.
Admission: $15.00-$20.00 (individual) ~ $75.00 (VIP area). Anticipated
Attendance: 3,000.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: University Ave. (100-300
blocks) ~ 3rd Ave.
(3800-3900 blocks). Host Organization: Hillcrest Association. General
Information: Warren
Simon @ (619) 299-3330. Media Information: Matthew Ramon @ (619) 491-0400.
Vendor
Information: Not available. Internet: www.hillcrestmardigras.org.
2/5
6:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Tuesday
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22nd Annual Chinese New Year Celebration (Year of the Rat)
A celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year will simultaneously take place in
the late evening
at two locations on University Avenue. It's the Year of the Rat! It will be
celebrated with
Chinese music, good cheer, and an exciting performance of the Lion Dance amid
crackling
firecrackers. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 600. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Indochinese Association of San Diego (4536-4540 University
Ave.) ~ San
Diego Fukienese Association (4465 University Ave.). Host Organization:
Indochinese
Association of San Diego. General Information: Cuong Hong Ly @ (858) 279-2696.
Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not
available.
2/6
11:00 p.m. 2:00 a.m.
Wednesday
-
3rd Annual Lunar New Year Tet Festival (3-Day Event)
The "Tet" is a celebration of the Lunar New Year and is the most observed
holiday of
Vietnamese descent. The "Year of the Rat" will be celebrated with an ancestral
homage ritual,
games, of Vietnam, carnival rides, food, music, and costumed performances. Come
and
indulge in Vietnames culture! Admission: $5.00 (general admission) ~ $4.00
(child age 6-12) ~
FREE (child age 5 & younger). Anticipated Attendance: 6,000/day. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Balboa Park (lawn and parking lot areas at Park Blvd. &
President's
Way). Host Organization: Vietnamese American Youth Alliance. General
Information: Larry
Tran @ (858) 405-2359. Media Information: Michael Nguyen @ (858) 254-1086.
Vendor
Information: Sydney Tran @ (858) 603-1997. Internet: www.sdtet.com.
2/8
4:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
Friday
-
3rd Annual Lunar New Year Tet Festival (3-Day Event)
The "Tet" is a celebration of the Lunar New Year and is the most observed
holiday of
Vietnamese descent. The "Year of the Rat" will be celebrated with an ancestral
homage ritual,
games, of Vietnam, carnival rides, food, music, and costumed performances. Come
and
indulge in Vietnames culture! Admission: $5.00 (general admission) ~ $4.00
(child age 6-12) ~
FREE (child age 5 & younger). Anticipated Attendance: 6,000/day. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Balboa Park (lawn and parking lot areas at Park Blvd. &
President's
Way). Host Organization: Vietnamese American Youth Alliance. General
Information: Larry
Tran @ (858) 405-2359. Media Information: Michael Nguyen @ (858) 254-1086.
Vendor
Information: Sydney Tran @ (858) 603-1997. Internet: www.sdtet.com.
2/9
10:00 a.m. 10:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
3rd Annual Lunar New Year Tet Festival (3-Day Event)
The "Tet" is a celebration of the Lunar New Year and is the most observed
holiday of
Vietnamese descent. The "Year of the Rat" will be celebrated with an ancestral
homage ritual,
games, of Vietnam, carnival rides, food, music, and costumed performances. Come
and
indulge in Vietnames culture! Admission: $5.00 (general admission) ~ $4.00
(child age 6-12) ~
FREE (child age 5 & younger). Anticipated Attendance: 6,000/day. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Balboa Park (lawn and parking lot areas at Park Blvd. &
President's
Way). Host Organization: Vietnamese American Youth Alliance. General
Information: Larry
Tran @ (858) 405-2359. Media Information: Michael Nguyen @ (858) 254-1086.
Vendor
Information: Sydney Tran @ (858) 603-1997. Internet: www.sdtet.com.
2/10
10:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.
Sunday
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February
26th Annual Chinese Center New Year Fair (2-Day Event)
It's the Year of the Rat! Welcome to this Chinese Lunar New Year celebration
where you can
experience delicious Chinese food, music, crafts, calligraphy, and acrobatics.
This is the place
to enjoy the Asian Story Theater, performances of martial arts, and traditional
Lion and Dragon
dances. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000/day. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: 3rd Avenue (between Market St. & J St.) ~ J Street (between
3rd Ave. &
4th Ave.). Host Organization: San Diego Chinese Center. General Information: Yen
Tu @
(619) 644-8304. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Hua Chang
@ (619)
446-0824. Internet: www.sandiegochinese.net.
2/16
10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
26th Annual Chinese Center New Year Fair (2-Day Event)
It's the Year of the Rat! Welcome to this Chinese Lunar New Year celebration
where you can
experience delicious Chinese food, music, crafts, calligraphy, and acrobatics.
This is the place
to enjoy the Asian Story Theater, performances of martial arts, and traditional
Lion and Dragon
dances. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000/day. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: 3rd Avenue (between Market St. & J St.) ~ J Street (between
3rd Ave. &
4th Ave.). Host Organization: San Diego Chinese Center. General Information: Yen
Tu @
(619) 644-8304. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Hua Chang
@ (619)
446-0824. Internet: www.sandiegochinese.net.
2/17
10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
Montgomery Waller Community Park Carnival (4-Day Event)
Have some fun! Bring your family and friends to a carnival at Montgomery Waller
Community
Park. Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, a Fun Factory
for activities,
snacks, a photo novelty booth to capture a memory, and a giant inflatable slide
for more thrills.
Admission: $1.50 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger). Anticipated
Attendance: 400/day.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Montgomery Waller Community
Park (3060
Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. General Information:
Bill
Jacob @ (760) 735-8542. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information:
Not
available. Internet: www.amusements.com.
2/21
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Thursday
-
Montgomery Waller Community Park Carnival (4-Day Event)
Have some fun! Bring your family and friends to a carnival at Montgomery Waller
Community
Park. Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, a Fun Factory
for activities,
snacks, a photo novelty booth to capture a memory, and a giant inflatable slide
for more thrills.
Admission: $1.50 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger). Anticipated
Attendance: 400/day.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Montgomery Waller Community
Park (3060
Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. General Information:
Bill
Jacob @ (760) 735-8542. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information:
Not
available. Internet: www.amusements.com.
2/22
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Friday
-
16th Annual Heritage Day Festival
This festival is honoring the collective heritages and cultures represented in
the community of
Southeast San Diego. The event offers a Vendor Mall with crafts, food and music,
a Kid's
Town with fun activities, a Health Zone, and more. This event is in conjunction
with the
"Heritage Day Parde". Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Market Creek Plaza parking lot (286
Euclid Ave.). Host
Organization: Nu-Way Operation BHILD. General Information: Cynthia Wilson @
(619)
262-0334. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
www.heritagedayparade.org.
2/23
10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Saturday
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February
Montgomery Waller Community Park Carnival (4-Day Event)
Have some fun! Bring your family and friends to a carnival at Montgomery Waller
Community
Park. Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, a Fun Factory
for activities,
snacks, a photo novelty booth to capture a memory, and a giant inflatable slide
for more thrills.
Admission: $1.50 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger). Anticipated
Attendance: 400/day.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Montgomery Waller Community
Park (3060
Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. General Information:
Bill
Jacob @ (760) 735-8542. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information:
Not
available. Internet: www.amusements.com.
2/23
1:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Montgomery Waller Community Park Carnival (4-Day Event)
Have some fun! Bring your family and friends to a carnival at Montgomery Waller
Community
Park. Attractions include traditional carnival rides and games, a Fun Factory
for activities,
snacks, a photo novelty booth to capture a memory, and a giant inflatable slide
for more thrills.
Admission: $1.50 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger). Anticipated
Attendance: 400/day.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Montgomery Waller Community
Park (3060
Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. General Information:
Bill
Jacob @ (760) 735-8542. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information:
Not
available. Internet: www.amusements.com.
2/24
1:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
Robert Egger South Bay Recreation Center Carnival (4-Day Event)
Have some fun! Bring your family and friends to a carnival at Robert Egger South
Bay
Recreation Center. Attractions include traditional carnvial rides and games, a
Fun Factory for
activities, snacks, a photo novelty booth to capture a memory, and a giant
inflatable slide for
more thrills. Admission: $1.00 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger).
Anticipated
Attendance: 400/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Robert
Egger South
Bay Recreation Center (1885 Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen
Amusements.
General Information: Bill Jacob @ (760) 735-8542. Media Information: Not
available. Vendor
Information: Not available. Internet: www.amusements.com.
2/28
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Thursday
-
Robert Egger South Bay Recreation Center Carnival (4-Day Event)
Have some fun! Bring your family and friends to a carnival at Robert Egger South
Bay
Recreation Center. Attractions include traditional carnvial rides and games, a
Fun Factory for
activities, snacks, a photo novelty booth to capture a memory, and a giant
inflatable slide for
more thrills. Admission: $1.00 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger).
Anticipated
Attendance: 400/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Robert
Egger South
Bay Recreation Center (1885 Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen
Amusements.
General Information: Bill Jacob @ (760) 735-8542. Media Information: Not
available. Vendor
Information: Not available. Internet: www.amusements.com.
2/29
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Friday
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March
60th Annual Ocean Beach Kite Festival & Craft Fair
Families in the community of Ocean Beach can enjoy a kite festival that is known
as the oldest
kite festival in the United States. The event offers carnival rides for
children, home-made
crafts, music, hot dogs, popcorn, and punch. This event is in conjunction with
the "Ocean
Beach Kite Parade". Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 1,500. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Santa Monica Avenue (between Ebers St. & Sunset Cliffs
Blvd.). Host
Organization: Kiwanis Club of Ocean Beach. General Information: Marion Miller @
(858)
274-2016. Media Information: Melanie Nickel @ (619) 225-8705. Vendor
Information: Not
available. Internet: Not available.
3/1
9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Saturday
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March
Robert Egger South Bay Recreation Center Carnival (4-Day Event)
Have some fun! Bring your family and friends to a carnival at Robert Egger South
Bay
Recreation Center. Attractions include traditional carnvial rides and games, a
Fun Factory for
activities, snacks, a photo novelty booth to capture a memory, and a giant
inflatable slide for
more thrills. Admission: $1.00 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger).
Anticipated
Attendance: 400/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Robert
Egger South
Bay Recreation Center (1885 Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen
Amusements.
General Information: Bill Jacob @ (760) 735-8542. Media Information: Not
available. Vendor
Information: Not available. Internet: www.amusements.com.
3/1
1:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Family Festiavl (Rhythms of India)
Enjoy FREE admission to the Museum of Art plus a festival outside. Today the
focus is on
cultures of India. Amid music and costumed dance performances, you'll enjoy
visions of art,
storytelling, and hands-on activities. Come and learn about rice floor painting
and making
paper-mache art. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,500. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Balboa Park (indoor and outdoor at Museum of Art - 1450
El Prado).
Host Organization: San Diego Museum of Art. General Information: Brian Patterson
@ (619)
231-7092. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
www.sdmart.org.
3/2
12:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
Robert Egger South Bay Recreation Center Carnival (4-Day Event)
Have some fun! Bring your family and friends to a carnival at Robert Egger South
Bay
Recreation Center. Attractions include traditional carnvial rides and games, a
Fun Factory for
activities, snacks, a photo novelty booth to capture a memory, and a giant
inflatable slide for
more thrills. Admission: $1.00 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger).
Anticipated
Attendance: 400/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Robert
Egger South
Bay Recreation Center (1885 Coronado Ave.). Host Organization: Christiansen
Amusements.
General Information: Bill Jacob @ (760) 735-8542. Media Information: Not
available. Vendor
Information: Not available. Internet: www.amusements.com.
3/2
1:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
Mira Mesa High School Boosters Carnival (4-Day Event)
It's carnival time! It's time to have some fun with thrilling carnival rides,
challenging carnival
games, a giant inflatable slide, a Fun Factory for creative activities, snacks,
and a portrait
novelty booth to make memories. It's a great place to bring a date or go to meet
your friends.
Admission: $1.50 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger). Anticipated
Attendance: 400/day.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Mira Mesa High School parking
lot (10510
Reagan Rd.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. General Information:
Bill Jacob
@ (760) 735-8542. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: www.amusements.com.
3/6
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Thursday
-
Mira Mesa High School Boosters Carnival (4-Day Event)
It's carnival time! It's time to have some fun with thrilling carnival rides,
challenging carnival
games, a giant inflatable slide, a Fun Factory for creative activities, snacks,
and a portrait
novelty booth to make memories. It's a great place to bring a date or go to meet
your friends.
Admission: $1.50 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger). Anticipated
Attendance: 400/day.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Mira Mesa High School parking
lot (10510
Reagan Rd.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. General Information:
Bill Jacob
@ (760) 735-8542. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: www.amusements.com.
3/7
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Friday
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March
Cherry Blossom Festival
Cherry tree blossoms are blooming! You can see them at the Japanese Friendship
Garden in
Balboa Park where a festival will be held to celebrate the Season. You'll get a
taste of Japan
with delicious foods, arts & crafts, a tea ceremony demonstration, Koto players,
and fun games
for children. Admission: $18.00 (adult) ~ $7.00 (child). Anticipated Attendance:
350.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Balboa Park (Japanese
Friendship Garden -
2215 Pan American Rd.). Host Organization: Japanese Friendship Garden. General
Information: Luanne Kanzawa @ (619) 232-2721. Media Information: Not available.
Vendor
Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
3/8
12:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Mira Mesa High School Boosters Carnival (4-Day Event)
It's carnival time! It's time to have some fun with thrilling carnival rides,
challenging carnival
games, a giant inflatable slide, a Fun Factory for creative activities, snacks,
and a portrait
novelty booth to make memories. It's a great place to bring a date or go to meet
your friends.
Admission: $1.50 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger). Anticipated
Attendance: 400/day.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Mira Mesa High School parking
lot (10510
Reagan Rd.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. General Information:
Bill Jacob
@ (760) 735-8542. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: www.amusements.com.
3/8
1:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Mira Mesa High School Boosters Carnival (4-Day Event)
It's carnival time! It's time to have some fun with thrilling carnival rides,
challenging carnival
games, a giant inflatable slide, a Fun Factory for creative activities, snacks,
and a portrait
novelty booth to make memories. It's a great place to bring a date or go to meet
your friends.
Admission: $1.50 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger). Anticipated
Attendance: 400/day.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Mira Mesa High School parking
lot (10510
Reagan Rd.). Host Organization: Christiansen Amusements. General Information:
Bill Jacob
@ (760) 735-8542. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: www.amusements.com.
3/9
1:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Sunday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Doyle Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Doyle
Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt forthem. Come early
for the age
group hunts! Children can also bounce around in an inflatable jump, have fun
with a clown,
and meet the Spring Bunny! Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 500.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Doyle Recreation Center (8175 Regents
Rd.). Host
Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk
@ (858)
581-7170. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
3/12
1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday
-
28th Annual St. Patrick's Day Festival
Wear something green when you come to enjoy the festivities in a Celtic Village
(Ireland 1,000
years ago). Highlights include music, dance, crafts, rides, rescue animal
demonstrations; plus
delicious Irish food and green beer! This event is in conjunction with the "St.
Patrick's Day
Parade". Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 25,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Balboa Park (west side of park along 6th Avenue between
Laurel St. &
Upas St.). Host Organization: Irish Congress of Southern California, Inc..
General Information:
Barbara Linnan-McCarty @ (619) 697-1827. Media Information: Toby Giesting @
(858)
457-5670. Vendor Information: Bernadette Malone @ (619) 469-2206. Internet:
www.stpatsparade.org.
3/15
10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Saturday
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March
Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Rancho Bernardo Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Rancho
Bernardo Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them.
Come early
for the age group hunts! Children can bounce around in an inflatable jump and
enjoy snacks,
crafts, games, and goodies. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 500.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Rancho Bernardo Recreation Center (18448
West
Bernardo Dr.). Host Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General
Information:
Information desk @ (858) 538-8129. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
3/15
10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Paradise Hills - Penn Athletic Field)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 2-11) in the community
near the
Penn Athletic Field in Paradise Hills are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt
for them.
Come early for the age group hunts! Everyone is sure to have a good time.
Admission: None.
Anticipated Attendance: 200. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location:
Penn Athletic
Field (2550 Dusk Dr.). Host Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General
Information:
Information desk @ (619) 527-3419 or (619) 527-3458. Media Information: Not
available.
Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
3/15
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Mountain View Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Mountain
View Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them. Come
early for
the group hunts! There will also be prize baskets for every age group, and a
prize for the jelly
bean count contest. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Mountain View Recreation Center (641 South Boundary
St.). Host
Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk
@ (619)
527-3417. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
3/15
10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Chollas Lake Park)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 12 & younger) in the
community
near the Chollas Lake Park are encouraged to bring a basketand hunt for them.
Come early
for the age group hunts! There will be special eggs for special prizes, and all
children will
receive candy. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 200. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Chollas Lake Park (6350 College Grove Dr. at the ballfield
nearby). Host
Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Informatio desk
@ (619)
527-7683. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
3/15
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Santa Clara Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Santa Clara
Recreation Center are encouraged to hunt for them. Come early for the age group
egg hunts!
The event includes carnival games, crafts, a little fire truck ride, and a photo
with the Spring
Bunny. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 200. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Santa Clara Recreation Center (1008 Santa Clara Place). Host
Organization: San
Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk @ (858) 581-9928.
Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not
available.
3/15
10:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m.
Saturday
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March
Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Marthin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Martin
Luther King Jr. Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for
them. Come
early for the age group hunts! There'll be a coloring contest, jelly bean
contest, face painting,
and the Spring Bunny! Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center (6401 Skyline
Dr.). Host
Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk
@ (619)
527-3415. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
3/15
11:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m.
Saturday
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13th Annual Youth Fitness Expo
An exciting fitness expo will be held at Balboa Park where children can have a
full day of fun.
Amid the delight of kid's music, the event offers fitness activities, games,
raffles, snacks, and
staged performances by children. The event promotes health and fitness for
elementary
school kids. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 3,500. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Balboa Park (Spreckels Organ Pavilion. Host Organization:
California
School Fitness. General Information: Kathy Schossow @ (858) 337-3754. Media
Information:
Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.heartlightforkids.com.
3/15
1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m.
Saturday
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11th Annual Shamrock
St. Patrick's Day will be celebrated at an adult (age 21+) block party where you
can click your
heels together and enjoy a delightful evening of festive fun. You and your
leprechaun can
indulge in wonderful Irish music, food, green beer, and costumed performances.
Wear "green"
or get pinched! Admission: $20.00 - $25.00. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: F Street (between 5th Ave. & 7th Ave.) ~
6th Avenue
(between E St. & G St.) ~ G Street (between 6th Ave. & 8th Ave.) ~ 7th Avenue
(between G St.
& F S. t.) ~ 5th Avenue (between G St. & F St.) Host Organization: Gaslamp
Quarter Historical
Foundation. General Information: Laurel McFarlane @ (619) 233-5008. Media
Information:
Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.mcfarlanepromotions.com.
3/17
4:00 p.m. 11:59 p.m.
Monday
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7th Annual Persian New Year Celebration
The Persian New Year takes place on the last Tuesday of the Iranian calendar. On
our
calender, that would be today! You're welcome to come and enjoy an evening of
cultural
celebration. Highlights include folk music, dancing, light refreshments, and
merchandise of
books and CD's. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,500. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: West Mission Bay (Mariner's Point). Host Organization:
Association of
Iranian-American Professionals. General Information: Arsalm Dadkhah @ (858)
586-6600
x-22. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
www.aiap.org.
3/18
5:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
Tuesday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (City Heights Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Young children (age 2-8) in the
community near
the City Heights Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket to hunt for
them. Come
early for the age group hunts! There will be prizes, relay races, and an
inflatable jump for kids
to bounce in. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 250. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: City Heights Recreation Center (4380 Landis St.). Host
Organization: San
Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk @ (619) 641-6125.
Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not
available.
3/19
12:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday
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March
Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (North Park Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
North Park
Recreation Center can bring a basket and hunt for them. Some of them have a nice
surprise
inside. Every child will receive a candy bag. Admission: None. Anticipated
Attendance: 150.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: North Park Recreation Center
(4044 Idaho
St.). Host Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information:
Information desk
@ (619) 235-1152. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: Not available.
3/19
1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (North Clairemont Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Young children in the community near
the North
Clairemont Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket to hunt for them.
The event
also includes an inflatable jump, arts & crafts, face painting, and prizes.
Admission: None.
Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location:
North
Clairemont Recreation Center (4421 Bannock Ave.). Host Organization: San Diego
Park &
Recreation. General Information: Information desk @ (858) 581-9926. Media
Information: Not
available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
3/21
11:30 a.m. 2:30 p.m.
Friday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Tecolote Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 5-14) in the community
near the
Tecolote Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them.
Come early
for the age group egg hunts! The Spring Bunny will be there to give every child
a special gift.
Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 200. Anticipated Participants: Not
available.
Location: Tecolote Recreation Center (4675 Tecolote Rd.). Host Organization: San
Diego Park
& Recreation. General Information: Information desk @ (858) 581-9930. Media
Information:
Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
3/21
12:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
Friday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Mira Mesa Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 14 & younger) in the
community
near the Mira Mesa Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt
for them.
Come early for the age group hunts! Two clowns and the Spring Bunny will be
there. All
children will receive candy. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 200.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Mira Mesa Recreation Center (8575 New
Salem St. on
fields 1 & 2). Host Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General
Information:
Information desk @ (858) 538-8122. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
3/21
12:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
Friday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Skyline Hills Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 2-17) in the community
near the
Skyline Hills Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket to hunt for
them. Come early
for the age group hunts! The event also offers prizes, candy bags, and a photo
opportunity with
the Spring Bunny. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 200. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Skyline Hills Recreation Center (8285 Skyline Dr.).
Host Organization:
San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk @ (619)
527-3486.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
Not
available.
3/21
12:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
Friday
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March
Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Adams Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Adams
Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt forthem. Come early
for the age
group egg hunts! The event includes prizes for special eggs found, face
painting, craft-making,
and an inflatable jump. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 200.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Adams Recreation Center (3491 Adams
Ave.). Host
Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk
@ (619)
235-1149. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
3/21
5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
Friday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration & Parade of Wheels (South Clairemont Recreation
Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
South
Clairemont Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them.
Children
can also win a prize by bringing their wheels of choice (bike,trike, baby buggy)
to decorate it
and ride it in a parade. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 400.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: South Clairemont Recreation Center (3605
Clairemont
Dr.). Host Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information:
Information desk
@ (858) 581-9924. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: Not available.
3/22
9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Tierrasanta Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 13 & younger) in the
community
near the Tierrasanta Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt
for them.
Come early for the age group hunts! Kids can bounce around in an inflatable jump
and enjoy
crafts and face painting. Admission: $3.00 (child). Anticipated Attendance: 400.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Tierrasanta Recreation Center (11220
Clairemont Mesa
Blvd.). Host Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information:
Information
desk @ (858) 573-1393. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available. Internet: Not available.
3/22
9:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Kearny Mesa Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Kearny
Mesa Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket to hunt for them. Come
early for the
group egg hunts! Some eggs will have a special prize, but every child will
receive candy and a
cool tasty delight. Admission: 50-cents. Anticipated Attendance: 300.
Anticipated Participants:
Not available. Location: Kearny Mesa Recreation Center (3170 Armstrong St.).
Host
Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk
@ (858)
573-1387. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
3/22
9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration & Parade of Wheels (Serra Mesa Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Serra Mesa
Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them. Kids can
also win a
prize by bringing their wheels of choice (bike, trike, baby carrage, etc.) to
decorate it and ride it
in a parade. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Serra Mesa Recreation Center (9020 Village Glenn Dr.). Host
Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk
@ (858)
573-1408. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m.
Saturday
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March
Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Pacific Beach Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Pacific
Beach Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them. Come
early for
the age group hunts! This event will also have crafts, face painting, munchies,
and a photo
with the Spring Bunny! Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Pacific Beach Recreation Center (1405
Diamond St.).
Host Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information
desk @
(858) 581-9927. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: Not available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Carmel Mountain Ranch Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Carmel
Mountain Ranch Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for
them. The
event includes an inflatable jump, arts & crafts, and a photo with the Spring
Bunny. Admission:
None. Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated Participants: Not available.
Location:
Carmel Mountain Ranch Recreation Center (10152 Rancho Carmel Dr.). Host
Organization:
San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk @ (858)
538-8100.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
Not
available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (San Ysidro Community Center / La Mirada Elementary)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
La Mirada
Elementary School are encouraged to bring a basket and huntfor them. There will
be one
marked egg in every group to win a prize, and three grand prizes for the top egg
getters with
the most eggs. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 300. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: La Mirada Elementary School (222 Avenida de la Madrid).
Host
Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk
@ (619)
424-0472. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Robert Egger South Bay Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 10 & younger) in the
community
near the South Bay Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt
for them.
Come early for the group egg hunts! Each age division will have a special egg.
Find it and win
a prize! Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 200. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Robert Egger South Bay Recreation Center (1885 Coronado Ave.). Host
Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk
@ (619)
424-0470. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Azalea Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Azalea
Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them. Come early
for the age
group hunts! The Spring Bunny will be there if you want to get a photo with him.
Refreshments
will be available. Admission: Complementary donations are received. Anticipated
Attendance:
200. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Azalea Recreation Center
(2596 Violet
St.). Host Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information:
Information desk
@ (619) 235-1162. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: Not available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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March
Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (La Jolla Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
La Jolla
Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them. Come early
for the
group hunts! Peter Rabbit will be there in the place of the Spring Bunny with a
big grin for
family photos. Admission: $5.00 (decorate a spring treat bag & get a photo with
Peter Rabbit).
Anticipated Attendance: 400. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location:
La Jolla
Recreation Center (615 Prospect St.). Host Organization: San Diego Park &
Recreation.
General Information: Information desk @ (858) 552-1658. Media Information: Not
available.
Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Dolores Magdaleno Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Dolores
Magdaleno Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them.
Come
early for the age group hunts! There will be prizes for special eggs, candy for
everyone, and of
course; the Spring Bunny! Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 200.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Dolores Magdaleno Recreation Center (2902
Marcy
Ave.). Host Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information:
Information desk
@ (619) 235-1125. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: Not available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Morley Field)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near
Morley Field in
Balboa Park are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt forthem. Come early for
the age group
hunts! The event includes a cake walk, face painting, carnival games, and a
jelly bean
guessing contest. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 200. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Morley Field (2111 Pan American Plaza). Host Organization:
San Diego
Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk @ (619) 525-8262. Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not
available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Allied Gardens Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Allied
Gardens Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket andhunt for them.
Come early
for the group egg hunts! The Spring Bunny will be there to give every child a
candy bag and
bubbles. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants:
Not
available. Location: Allied Gardens Recreation Center (5155 Greenbrier Ave.).
Host
Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk
@ (619)
235-1129. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Penasquitos Creek)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 12 & younger) in the
community
near Penasquitos Creek are encouraged to bring a basket andhunt for them. Come
early for
the age group hunts! There will also be a clown, prizes, arts & crafts, face
painting, and an
inflatable jump. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 100. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Penasquitos Creek (8021 Park Village Rd.). Host
Organization: San Diego
Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk @ (619) 221-8901. Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not
available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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March
Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Ridgewood)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 12 & younger) in the
community
near Ridgewood are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them. Come early
for the age
group hunts! There will also be a clown, prizes, arts & crafts, face painting,
and an inflatable
jump. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 100. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Ridgewood (12604 La Tortola St.). Host Organization: San Diego Park &
Recreation.
General Information: Information desk @ (619) 221-8901. Media Information: Not
available.
Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Rolling Hills)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 12 & younger) in the
community
near Rolling Hills are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them. Come
early for the age
group hunts! There will also be a clown, prizes, arts & crafts, face painting,
and an inflatable
jump. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 100. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Rolling Hills (11082 Carlota Dr.). Host Organization: San Diego Park &
Recreation.
General Information: Information desk @ (619) 221-8901. Media Information: Not
available.
Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (South Village)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 12 & younger) in the
community
near South Village are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them. Come
early for the
age group hunts! There will also be a clown, prizes, arts & crafts, face
painting, and an
inflatable jump. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 100. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: South Village (14756 Via Azul). Host Organization: San
Diego Park &
Recreation. General Information: Information desk @ (619) 221-8901. Media
Information: Not
available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Carmel Valley Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 1-10) in the community
near the
Carmel Valley Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for
them. Come
early for the age group hunts! There will also be prizes, games, music, and a
photo opportunity
with the Spring Bunny. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 200. Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Carmel Valley Recreation Center (3777
Townsgate Dr.).
Host Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information
desk @
(858) 552-1616. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: Not available.
3/22
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
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13th Annual Easter Bonnet Parade & Hat Contest
Children and adults can create gorgeous Easter bonnets at a workshop that
provides all the
glitter and frills. The hats are then entered into a contest and worn in a
parade. The festival
also offers an egg hunt with the Easter Bunny, storytelling, inflatable jump,
snacks, and a silent
auction. Admission: Hat-making workshop: $5.00-$6.00 (child) ~ $10.00-$12.00
(adult).
Anticipated Attendance: 2,500. Anticipated Participants: Not available.
Location: J Street
(between 8th Ave. & 9th Ave.) ~ Padre's Park in the Park (8th Avenue betweeen
Island Ave. &
J St.). Host Organization: Gaslamp Quarter Association. General Information:
Laurel
McFarlane @ (619) 233-5008. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information: Not
available. Internet: www.gaslamp.org.
3/22
11:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
Saturday
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March
Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Linda Vista Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Linda Vista
Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them. Come early
for the age
group hunts! Special prizes for special eggs! Peter Rabbit will be there in the
place of the
Spring Bunny. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 300. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Linda Vista Recreation Center (7064 Levant St.). Host
Organization: San
Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk @ (858) 573-1392.
Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not
available.
3/22
11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Golden Hill Receration Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children in the community near the
Golden Hill
Recreation Center can bring a basket and hunt for them. Some eggs have a nice
surprise
inside. The event also offers art and craft activities. Every child will receive
a candy bag.
Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 200. Anticipated Participants: Not
available.
Location: Golden Hill Recreation Center (2600 Golf Course Dr.). Host
Organization: San Diego
Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk @ (619) 235-1138. Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not
available.
3/22
11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Southcrest Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 2-14) in the community
near the
Southcrest Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basket and hunt for them.
Come
early for the age group hunts! The event offers crafts, raffles, face painting,
and bouncing fun
in an inflatable jump! Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 300. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Southcrest Recreation Center (4149 Newton Ave.). Host
Organization: San Diego Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk
@ (619)
527-3413. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
3/22
11:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Encanto Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 2-12) in the community
near the
Encanto Recreation Center are encouraged to bring a basketto hunt for them. Come
early for
the group egg hunts! The event includes an inflatable jump, face painting, candy
bags, and
prizes. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 150. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Encanto Recreation Center (6508 Wunderlin Ave.). Host Organization:
San Diego
Park & Recreation. General Information: Information desk @ (619) 527-3411. Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not
available.
3/22
12:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
4th Annual San Diego Indie Music Fest
This independent music festival celebrates independent music, art, business, and
thought.
There will be live performances, interactive art activities, and films; plus
merchandise booths
filled with handmade jewelry, clothing, and other types of art. There will be a
beer garden at
this event. Admission: $23.00 (general admission) ~ $20.00 (senior) ~ $20.00
(student) ~ FREE
(child age 5 & younger). Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Kansas Street (between University Ave. & Lincoln Ave.) ~
29th Street
(between University Ave. & North Park Way). Host Organization: Results
Educational Fund.
General Information: Kelly Brown @ (619) 379-4834. Media Information: Alicia
Champion @
(619) 787-6491. Vendor Information: Esta Browning @ (858) 395-7905. Internet:
www.indiemusicfest.com.
3/29
12:00 p.m. 11:59 p.m.
Saturday
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March
Beachworks Carnival (A Spring Break Event)
It's Spring Break and time to party! A spring break event will happen near the
Beachworks
store in Mission Beach. So, while enjoying the surf, sun,and sand, you can also
enjoy staged
musical performances, merchandise booths, and top professional competitions of
skating and
surfing. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 300. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Mission Beach (parking lot near the Beachworks Store - 4150 Mission
Blvd.). Host
Organization: Beachworks. General Information: Lindsay Smith @ (949) 265-0800
x-8822.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
Not
available.
3/29
3:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
12th Annual Rolando Street Fair
Residents of Rolando can meet their neighbors at this festival that promotes
community unity.
Amid musical entertainment, there will be a rock climbing wall, amusing rides,
and many
booths offering food, merchandise, educational material, and information about
health services.
Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 15,000. Anticipated Participants: Not
available.
Location: Rolando Blvd. (between El Cajon Blvd. & Solita St.). Host
Organization: Rolando
Community Council. General Information: Doris Perry @ (619) 583-7321. Media
Information:
Ann Schoeller @ (619) 582-1360. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.sandiegoinsider.com.
3/30
10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
Persian New Year Nature Day
A Persian culture picnic that celebrates nature takes place on the 13th day of
the Iranian
calendar. On our calendar, that would be today! In celebration to be in harmony
with nature,
families are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch and socialize outdoors. There
will also be DJ
music and dancing. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: West Mission Bay (Mariner's Point). Host Organization:
Association of
Iranian-American Professionals. General Information: Arsalan Dadkhah @ (858)
586-6600
x-22. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
www.aiap.org.
3/30
12:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
XX Sports Radio Opening Day Block Party
In celebration of the opening day of the XX Sports Radio, a festive event will
unfold with a radio
broadcast and entertainment for kids and adults. The event will feature staged
music, a
belly-up bar, autograph signings, food sampling, a climbing wall, face painting,
and an inflatable
jump. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Downtown San Diego (J Street between 7th Ave. & 8th Ave.). Host
Organization: XX
Sports Radio. General Information: Bethany Toalson @ (619) 507-7641. Media
Information:
Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
3/31
3:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m.
Monday
-
April
Memorial Park Spring Carnival (11-Day Event)
Everyone can have a fun time at this carnival. It will he held at Memorial Park.
The main
attractions are challenging carnvial games and thrilling carnival rides. Snack
food will be
available. It's a great place to bring kids, friends, or a date. Admission:
$1.50. Anticipated
Attendance: 500/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Memorial
Park
(Oceanview Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: Ermalinda Orozlo. General
Information:
Ermalinda Orozlo @ (951) 360-0713. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/3
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Thursday
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April
Memorial Park Spring Carnival (11-Day Event)
Everyone can have a fun time at this carnival. It will he held at Memorial Park.
The main
attractions are challenging carnvial games and thrilling carnival rides. Snack
food will be
available. It's a great place to bring kids, friends, or a date. Admission:
$1.50. Anticipated
Attendance: 500/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Memorial
Park
(Oceanview Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: Ermalinda Orozlo. General
Information:
Ermalinda Orozlo @ (951) 360-0713. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/4
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Friday
-
Spring Egg Hunt Celebration (Silver Wing Recreation Center)
Where did the Spring Bunny hide those eggs? Children (age 12 & younger) are
encouraged to
bring a basket and hunt for them. Come early for the age group hunts! Highlights
include
prizes, egg coloring, arts & crafts, games, candy, and the Spring Bunny!
Admission: None.
Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location:
Silver Wing
Recreation Center (3737 Aery Dr.). Host Organization: San Diego Park &
Recreation. General
Information: Information desk @ (619) 424-0465. Media Information: Not
available. Vendor
Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/5
10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Tartan Day Celebration
Persons with Scottish heritage are coming together to celebrate Tartan Day at
Balboa Park.
Guests can enjoy a light lunch while listening to lively music and watching a
wonderful Scottish
dancing performance. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 250. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Balboa Park (lawn area at the House of Pacific
Relations Scotland
Cottage). Host Organization: House of Scotland. General Information: Jeanne
McDougel @
(858) 243-2394. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: Not available.
4/5
12:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Memorial Park Spring Carnival (11-Day Event)
Everyone can have a fun time at this carnival. It will he held at Memorial Park.
The main
attractions are challenging carnvial games and thrilling carnival rides. Snack
food will be
available. It's a great place to bring kids, friends, or a date. Admission:
$1.50. Anticipated
Attendance: 500/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Memorial
Park
(Oceanview Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: Ermalinda Orozlo. General
Information:
Ermalinda Orozlo @ (951) 360-0713. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/5
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Memorial Park Spring Carnival (11-Day Event)
Everyone can have a fun time at this carnival. It will he held at Memorial Park.
The main
attractions are challenging carnvial games and thrilling carnival rides. Snack
food will be
available. It's a great place to bring kids, friends, or a date. Admission:
$1.50. Anticipated
Attendance: 500/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Memorial
Park
(Oceanview Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: Ermalinda Orozlo. General
Information:
Ermalinda Orozlo @ (951) 360-0713. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/6
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
- 17 -
April
Memorial Park Spring Carnival (11-Day Event)
Everyone can have a fun time at this carnival. It will he held at Memorial Park.
The main
attractions are challenging carnvial games and thrilling carnival rides. Snack
food will be
available. It's a great place to bring kids, friends, or a date. Admission:
$1.50. Anticipated
Attendance: 500/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Memorial
Park
(Oceanview Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: Ermalinda Orozlo. General
Information:
Ermalinda Orozlo @ (951) 360-0713. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/7
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Monday
-
Memorial Park Spring Carnival (11-Day Event)
Everyone can have a fun time at this carnival. It will he held at Memorial Park.
The main
attractions are challenging carnvial games and thrilling carnival rides. Snack
food will be
available. It's a great place to bring kids, friends, or a date. Admission:
$1.50. Anticipated
Attendance: 500/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Memorial
Park
(Oceanview Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: Ermalinda Orozlo. General
Information:
Ermalinda Orozlo @ (951) 360-0713. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/8
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Tuesday
-
Memorial Park Spring Carnival (11-Day Event)
Everyone can have a fun time at this carnival. It will he held at Memorial Park.
The main
attractions are challenging carnvial games and thrilling carnival rides. Snack
food will be
available. It's a great place to bring kids, friends, or a date. Admission:
$1.50. Anticipated
Attendance: 500/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Memorial
Park
(Oceanview Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: Ermalinda Orozlo. General
Information:
Ermalinda Orozlo @ (951) 360-0713. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/9
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Wednesday
-
Memorial Park Spring Carnival (11-Day Event)
Everyone can have a fun time at this carnival. It will he held at Memorial Park.
The main
attractions are challenging carnvial games and thrilling carnival rides. Snack
food will be
available. It's a great place to bring kids, friends, or a date. Admission:
$1.50. Anticipated
Attendance: 500/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Memorial
Park
(Oceanview Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: Ermalinda Orozlo. General
Information:
Ermalinda Orozlo @ (951) 360-0713. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/10
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Thursday
-
Memorial Park Spring Carnival (11-Day Event)
Everyone can have a fun time at this carnival. It will he held at Memorial Park.
The main
attractions are challenging carnvial games and thrilling carnival rides. Snack
food will be
available. It's a great place to bring kids, friends, or a date. Admission:
$1.50. Anticipated
Attendance: 500/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Memorial
Park
(Oceanview Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: Ermalinda Orozlo. General
Information:
Ermalinda Orozlo @ (951) 360-0713. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/11
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Friday
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- 18 -
April
Woof Stock Festival (A festival for dogs and people)
This festival is designed for you and your dog to have a full day of fun! The
event offers a
wonderful K-9 playground for agility, fly ball, and frisbee. There will be
contests, prizes, pet
products, yummy food, and a Kids Zone. A Fun Walk will accompany the event for
owners and
leashed dogs. Admission: $5.00 (admission) ~ $35.00 (Fun Walk for age 17+
includes
admission and a goodie bag) ~ $15.00 (Fun walk for age 16 & younger includes
admission and
a. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated Participants: Not available.
Location: Balboa
Park (lawn area at Park Blvd. & President's Way). Host Organization: Canine
Companions for
Independence. General Information: Chuck Contreras @ (760) 901-4305. Media
Information:
Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: www.cci.org.
4/12
8:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Memorial Park Spring Carnival (11-Day Event)
Everyone can have a fun time at this carnival. It will he held at Memorial Park.
The main
attractions are challenging carnvial games and thrilling carnival rides. Snack
food will be
available. It's a great place to bring kids, friends, or a date. Admission:
$1.50. Anticipated
Attendance: 500/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Memorial
Park
(Oceanview Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: Ermalinda Orozlo. General
Information:
Ermalinda Orozlo @ (951) 360-0713. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/12
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Memorial Park Spring Carnival (11-Day Event)
Everyone can have a fun time at this carnival. It will be held at Memorial Park.
The main
attractions are challenging carnival games and thrilling carnival rides. Snack
food will be
available. It's a great place to bring kids, friends, or a date. Admission:
$1.50. Anticipated
Attendance: 500/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Memorial
Park
(Oceanview Blvd. & 30th St.). Host Organization: Ermalinda Orozlo. General
Information:
Ermalinda Orozlo @ (951) 360-0713. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/13
5:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
17th Annual House of Motorcycles Power Sports Expo
Representatives from the motorcycle industry and the San Diego Police Department
will be at
this expo to answer questions about motor sports. This event offers educational
seminars,
displays of motorcycles, plus motorcycle parts and accessories. Come and see
what's new!
Admission: Complementary donationso to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
are
accepted. Anticipated Attendance: 600. Anticipated Participants: Not available.
Location:
San Diego House of Motorcycles (4904 El Cajon Blvd.). Host Organization: St.
Jude Children's
Research Hospital. General Information: Steve Harber @ (619) 229-7700. Media
Information:
Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.houseofmotorcycles.com.
4/19
10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
4th Annual Stay Classy Charity Jam (An Earth Day Celebration)
The Pacific Beach Bar & Grill is hosting a fundraising event for different
environmental
initiatives in San Diego. A lineup of local bands will playall day. While
enjoying delicious food
and drink, you'll learn about important environmental needs that can benefit all
San Diegans.
Admission: $35.00. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: Not
available.
Location: Pacific Beach Bar & Grill parking lot and the Sun Glass Shop parking
lot (Bayard St.
& Garnet Ave.). Host Organization: The Stay Classy Foundation. General
Information: Pat
Walsh @ (781) 856-4388. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information:
Steve
Hubbard @ (858) 945-4665. Internet: www.stayclassy.org.
4/19
1:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
- 19 -
April
Island DiVine 2008 - Capri (Culinary Tasting Event)
A premier food, wine, spirits, and beer tasting event will focus on the Italian
Island of Capri.
Guests will receive lavish attention amid pleasing music and a silent auction
while sampling
divine culinary delights and delicous elixirs from sources throughout the
region, state, and
beyond. Admission: $75.00 (general admission ticket) ~ $125.00 (VIP admission
ticket).
Anticipated Attendance: 750. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location:
La Jolla
(Ellen Browning Scripps Park at La Jolla Cove). Host Organization: The Junior
League of San
Diego. General Information: Jennifer Betsayad @ (858) 349-3812. Media
Information: Sara
Hill @ (858) 401-9875. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.islanddivine.org.
4/19
3:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
Saturday
-
19th Annual EarthFair
It's one of the largest environmental festivals in the United States! Exhibitors
represent a wide
variety of causes and services that address the environment and quality of life
for all living
things. Highlights include music, activities, parades, displays, merchandise,
and earth-friendly
foods. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 60,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Balboa Park (central mesa area, Plaza de Panama, Spreckels
Organ
Pavilion, Pan American Plaza, Village Place, and President's Field area). Host
Organization:
San Diego EarthWorks. General Information: Chris Klein @ (858) 272-7370. Media
Information: Carolyn Chase @ (858) 272-7370. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
www.earthdayweb.org.
4/20
10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
Multi-Cultural Earth Day (World Beat Center)
In celebration of Earth Day, the World Beat Center in Balboa Park will have an
outdoor stage
with music and dance performances. There will be healthy earth-firendly foods, a
children's
garden, and merchandise such as art, crafts, jewlery, hats, and more. Come to
the park and
celebrate the planet! Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 800. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Balboa Park (turf area next to the World Beat Center -
2100 Park
Blvd.). Host Organization: World Beat Center. General Information: Jesse Grahm @
(619)
230-1190. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Christine Jones
@ (619)
246-6339. Internet: www.worldbeatcenter.org.
4/20
11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
Baltaine in the Park
A May Day celebration will take place in Balboa Park for the coming of Spring. A
traditional
performance of the May Day Poll Dance will be performedby children. The dance
contains a
tall stationary poll sprouting long colorful ribbons where children dance and
weave the ribbons
around it. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 200. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Balboa Park (Marston Point). Host Organization: California
Local Council
COG. General Information: Bethany Trainor @ (858) 592-1204. Media Information:
Not
available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
4/26
8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Children's Book Party
Children from San Diego County are invited to a attend a children's book party
where
everything is FREE! All children will receive two new books to keep and call
their own. The
event will have guest speakers, light refreshments, and delightful costumed
dance
performances by children. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 1,500.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Balboa Park (Spreckels Organ Pavilion).
Host
Organization: Reading Literacy Learning, Inc.. General Information: Roosevelt
Brown @ (619)
266-4118. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
www.childrensbookparty.org.
4/26
8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m.
Saturday
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- 20 -
April
23rd Annual Linda Vista Multi-Cultural Fair
Linda Vista is celebrating the rich diversity of the community with a festival
offering great foods,
staged entertainment, and lots of merchandise. Other highlights include a World
Arts Village,
Teen Spot, and a Kids Zone. This event is in conjunction with the "Linda Vista
Multi-Cultural
Parade". Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 15,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Linda Vista Road (between Comstock St. & Uric St.). Host
Organization:
Linda Vista Multi-Cultural Fair, Inc.. General Information: Marta Lester @ (619)
715-3792.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.lindavistafair.org.
4/26
10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
15th Annual Self Magazine Work Out in the Park
Women are encouraged to come to this fitness and wellness festival that offers
high energy
workouts, relaxation techniques, massage, beauty consultations, fashion tips,
nutritional
advice, and lots of freebies. This is the place to be pampered and to get a
fresh new start for a
whole new you! Admission: $20.00 - $25.00. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: East Mission Bay (grassy area at Ski
Beach). Host
Organization: Self Magazine. General Information: Christina Canino @ (212)
488-6513. Media
Information: Lauren Theodore @ (212) 286-8157. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: www.selfworkoutinthepark.com.
4/26
11:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Red Light Movement Walk & Festival
The purpose of this event is to bring awareness of human trafficking in the
world today. The
event offers a 3K walk, performances by various artists, guest speakers, and
action booths
providing information about how to get involved with various agencies that can
help to prevent
slavery. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 600. Anticipated Participants:
Not
available. Location: Festival (Balboa Park lawn area near 6th Ave. & Laurel St.)
~ Walk (west
side of Balboa Park between El Prado & Quince St.). Host Organization: Chinese
Evangelical
Church. General Information: Kelly Lam @ (619) 985-6536. Media Information: Not
available.
Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: www.redlightmovement.org.
4/27
3:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
May
9th Annual Allied Gardens SpringFest (2-Day Event)
The community of Allied Gardens is celebrating the season of Spring with a
festival. Today, the
event will take place in the evening and will offer entertaining music, tasty
food, a beer garden
for adults and carnival rides for children. So, gather your family and friends
for a good time
tonight. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Allied Gardens Community Park (5155 Greenbrier Ave.). Host
Organization: Grantville-Allied Gardens Kiwanis Club. General Information:
Margaret Green @
(619) 972-2240. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Sherry
Kelly @ (619)
583-5822. Internet: www.navajoevents.com.
5/2
6:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.
Friday
-
9th Annual Allied Gardens SpringFest (2-Day Event)
The community of Allied Gardens is celebrating the season of Spring with a
festival. Today, the
celebration will offer entertaining music, a parade,crafty merchandise, tasty
foods, a beer
garden for adults, and carnival rides for children. So, gather your family and
friends for a good
time today. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Allied Gardens Community Park (5155 Greenbrier Ave.). Host
Organization: Grantville-Allied Gardens Kiwanis Club. General Information:
Margaret Green @
(619) 972-2240. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Sherry
Kelly @ (619)
583-5822. Internet: www.navajoevents.com.
5/3
9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Saturday
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- 21 -
May
12th Annual Barrio Logan Grand Prix (Health Fair)
The event offers pregnancy testing, immunizations for children, and screenings
for cholesterol,
blood pressure, and diabetes. There will also be an inflatable jump,
refreshments, music, and
wonderful prize give-aways. This event is in conjunction with the "Barrio Logan
Grand Prix"
Bicycle Race. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,500. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Logan heights Family Health Center parking lot (1809
National Ave.).
Host Organization: San Diego Bicycle Club. General Information: Ralph Elliott @
(619)
239-4321. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Dan Goese @
(858)
454-1116. Internet: www.sdbc.org.
5/3
9:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m.
Saturday
-
35th Adams Avenue Roots & Folk Festival (2-Day Event)
This popular folk festival gets down to the roots of family fun. It's a music
and art showcase
featuring 7 stages with musical performances of folk,cajun, country, gospel,
jazz, blues, and
bluegrass. Exotic foods, crafty merchandise, beer, games, and activities are
other highlights to
be enjoyed. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 12,000/day. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Adams Avenue (between Felton St. & 35th St.) ~
Mansfield Street
(between Adams Ave. & School St.) ~ Hawley Street (between Adams Ave. & School
St.) ~.
34th Street (between Adams Ave. & School St.) Host Organization: Adams Avenue
Business
Association. General Information: Jim Schneider @ (619) 282-7329. Media
Information: Not
available. Vendor Information: Judy Moore @ (619) 282-7329. Internet:
www.adamsaveonline.com.
5/3
10:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
25th Annual Old Town Cinco de Mayo (2-Day Event)
The quaint comfortable atmosphere of Old Town will come alive with a celebration
of art,
culture, and history of the 1800's. Come for a ride in a horse drawn stagecoach,
enjoy music
and dancing, engage in activities, visit museums and specialty shops, and dine
on delicious
food and drink. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 100,000/day.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: San Diego Avenue (between Conde St. &
Twiggs St.) ~
Harnery Street (between Congress St. & Juan St.) ~ Twiggs Street (between
Congress St. &
Juan St.). Host Organization: Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce. General
Information: Laurel McFarlane @ (619) 233-5008. Media Information: Not
available. Vendor
Information: Not available. Internet: www.fiestaoldtown.com.
5/3
11:00 a.m. 10:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
Cinco de Mayo Celebration (Gringo's Cantina)
The Gringo's Cantina will be expanding its Cinco de Mayo celebration into the
parking lot to
accommodate more people to come and have fun. It's a place to indulge in
traditional Mexican
fare with delicious food, salty margaritas, and entertaining D.J. music.
Proceeds will benefit the
Food Bank. Admission: $10.00. Anticipated Attendance: 600. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Gringo's Cantina parking lot (4474 Mission Blvd.). Host
Organization:
Gringo's Cantina. General Information: Jennifer Perkins @ (858) 273-8440. Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.gringoscantina.com.
5/3
12:00 p.m. 11:59 p.m.
Saturday
-
35th Adams Avenue Roots & Folk Festival (2-Day Event)
This popular folk festival gets down to the roots of family fun. It's a music
and art showcase
featuring 7 stages with musical performances of folk,cajun, country, gospel,
jazz, blues, and
bluegrass. Exotic foods, crafty merchandise, beer, games, and activities are
other highlights to
be enjoyed. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 12,000/day. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Adams Avenue (between Felton St. & 35th St.) ~
Mansfield Street
(between Adams Ave. & School St.) ~ Hawley Street (between Adams Ave. & School
St.) ~.
34th Street (between Adams Ave. & School St.) Host Organization: Adams Avenue
Business
Association. General Information: Jim Schneider @ (619) 282-7329. Media
Information: Not
available. Vendor Information: Judy Moore @ (619) 282-7329. Internet:
www.adamsaveonline.com.
5/4
10:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
- 22 -
May
25th Annual Old Town Cinco de Mayo (2-Day Event)
The quaint comfortable atmosphere of Old Town will come alive with a celebration
of art,
culture, and history of the 1800's. Come for a ride in a horse drawn stagecoach,
enjoy music
and dancing, engage in activities, visit museums and specialty shops, and dine
on delicious
food and drink. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 100,000/day.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: San Diego Avenue (between Conde St. &
Twiggs St.) ~
Harnery Street (between Congress St. & Juan St.) ~ Twiggs Street (between
Congress St. &
Juan St.). Host Organization: Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce. General
Information: Laurel McFarlane @ (619) 233-5008. Media Information: Not
available. Vendor
Information: Not available. Internet: www.fiestaoldtown.com.
5/4
10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
4th Annual San Diego Healing Arts Festival
If you have a condition that doesn't go away with conventional medicine, this
health fair might
have something that can help. It promotes healing alternatives through music,
presentations,
and products. Highlights include massage, acupuncture, herbal remedies, health
foods,
meditation, and more. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 12,000.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Balboa Park (lawn area at Park Blvd. &
President's
Way). Host Organization: Alternative Healing Network, Inc.. General Information:
Ryan Altman
@ (619) 261-1418. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: www.althealnet.org.
5/4
10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
1st Annual San Diego Children's Book Festival
Children and teens are encouraged to come to this book festival that promotes
literacy and the
San Diego Public Library. They'll experience the magic of books and meet some of
the top
authors and illustrators. This event also offers popular music for children and
teens, delicious
food, and crafts. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 5,000. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Nobel Recreation Center (8820 Judical Dr.) ~ North Park
University
Community Library. Host Organization: San Diego Public Library. General
Information: Marion
Moss Hubbard @ (619) 236-5848. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information: Not
available. Internet: www.sandiegobookfestival.org.
5/4
10:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
Sunday
-
13th Annual Fiesta de los Penasquitos
Rancho Penasquitos is hosting a community festival showcasing local musicians,
artists,
businesses, schools, and service organizations. People of all ages can have a
fun day at this
event that offers entertaining music, snacks, merchandise, crafts, and a Family
Fun Zone.
Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 12,300. Anticipated Participants: Not
available.
Location: Rancho Penasquitos (Black Mountain Rd. between Twin Trails Dr. &
Carmel
Mountain Rd.). Host Organization: Rancho Penasquitos Town Council. General
Information:
Rozanna Zane @ (858) 324-1881. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information:
Not available. Internet: www.fiestapq.com.
5/4
11:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
Lawn Games & Barbeque (Therapeutic Recreation Services)
Persons with physical disabilities (age 5-adult) can enjoy a Sunday afternoon in
beautiful
Balboa Park. It's an opportunity to get outside, make newfriends, and engage in
lawn games;
bocce ball, croquet, kite flying, and more. Delicious ice cream sundaes will be
surved after a
yummy lunch. Admission: $5.00 (call for reservations). Anticipated Attendance:
100.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Event at Balboa Park (meet at
the War
Memorial Building - 3325 Zoo Dr.). Host Organization: Therapeutic Recreation
Services.
General Information: Information desk @ (619) 525-8247. Media Information: Not
available.
Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
5/4
12:00 p.m. 3:30 p.m.
Sunday
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- 23 -
May
The New Children's Museum Opening Celebration
The new Children's Museum is celebrating the opening of its new home in downtown
San
Diego. Mayor Sanders and other dignitaries will be there. The event includes a
Kids Parade,
performing groups, hands-on activities, displays, giveaways, tours of the
museum, and tons of
family fun. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 5,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Children's Museum (200 West Island Ave.) ~ Island Ave
(between Front
St. & Union St.). Host Organization: The New Children's Museum. General
Information:
Jessica Hanson @ (619) 233-8792 x-104. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information: Not available. Internet: www.thinkplaycreate.org.
5/4
12:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
Festival De La Familia Conco De Mayo Celebration
In rememberance of the 1862 Battalia de Puebla (Battle of Pueblo), a festive
celebration will
unfold with lively music, drink, food, and merchandise. Persons of Hispanic
decent are sure to
enjoy this event because it portrays an atmosphere of Mexico and Latin America.
Admission:
None. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated Participants: Not available.
Location:
Dolores Magdaleno Memorial Recreation Center (2902 Marcy Ave.). Host
Organization: Media
Arts Center San Diego. General Information: Marilyn Armenta @ (619) 497-0600
x-319. Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Jim Smith @ (619) 497-0600
x-307. Internet:
www.uniradio.com.
5/4
12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
I Stand Here Too (A Weekend of Women)
Women are encouraged to join this event that celebrates the ways women have
contributed to
and continue to transform the landscape of hip-hop culture. The event offers
workshops for
women focused on personal growth and artistic expression through hip-hop music,
performances, and panel discussions. Admission: Complementary donations are
accepted.
Anticipated Attendance: 300. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location:
Rubber Rose
parking lot (3812 Ray St.) ~ Ray Street (between University Ave. & North Park
Way). Host
Organization: Ray at Night Committee. General Information: Lea Caughlan @ (619)
886-7957.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
Not
available.
5/4
12:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
Cinco de Mayo Celebration (Old Town Mexican Cafe)
The Old Town Mexican Cafe has expanded its parking lot to accommodate more
people to
celebrate Cinco de Mayo. You and your friends can experience thepleasures of
live mariachi
music, frosty margaritas, cold beer, and great tasting Mexican food. Come for
the fun; mingle
and celebrate! Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 1,500. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Old Town Mexican Cafe parking lot (2489 San Diego Ave.).
Host
Organization: Old Town Mexican Cafe. General Information: Herb Lizalde @ (619)
297-4330.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
Not
available.
5/5
12:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Monday
-
Cinco de Mayo Celebration (The Alamo Restaurant)
The Alamo restaurant is expanding its Cinco de Mayo celebration into the parking
lot to
accommodate more people to come and have fun. Old Town will be a busy place
during the
celebration, so come early with your friends to find a place to sit and relax
with margaritas and
a delicious dinner. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: The Alamo restaurant (2502 San Diego Ave.). Host
Organization: Mix,
Inc. (dba The Alamo). General Information: Steve Pinzini @ (619) 851-2933. Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not
available.
5/5
12:00 p.m. 11:59 p.m.
Monday
-
- 24 -
May
Cinco de Mayo Celebration (On The Border Restaurant)
On The Border restaurant is expanding its Cinco de Mayo celebration into the
parking lot to
accommodate more people to come and have fun. Contemporary rock music will set
the mood
to meet and mingle. Guests can purchase tickets for delicious dinners, salty
margaritas, cold
beer, and fine tequilas. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 300.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: On The Border restaurant (1770 Camino De
La Reina).
Host Organization: On The Border. General Information: Brett Almquist @ (619)
283-4432.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
Not
available.
5/5
4:00 p.m. 11:59 p.m.
Monday
-
98th Annual Portuguese Festival of the Holy Spirit (Bazaar) (3-Day Event)
This event is the oldest ethnic celebration in California hosted by the
Portuguese community.
Come and enjoy traditional lively music and dancing; plus beer, wine, food,
bakery,
merchandise, and games for all ages. Admission: Complementary donations are
accepted.
Anticipated Attendance: 800/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available.
Location: United
Portuguese Hall parking lot (2818 Avenida de Portugual). Host Organization:
United
Portuguese SES, Inc.. General Information: Lynn Reis @ (619) 223-5880. Media
Information:
Barbara Hosaka @ (619) 957-1866. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.upses.com.
5/9
6:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Friday
-
20th Annual American Indian Culture Days (2-Day Event)
Follow the sounds of beating drums to the inner circle of a Pow Wow where
American Indian
culture is presented in a colorful way. Enjoy the taste ofIndian frybread, the
storytelling of the
grunion, gourd dancing, birdsinging, and craft items such as jewlery, beadwork,
leathergoods,
and more. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000/day. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Balboa Park (Park Blvd. & President's Way). Host
Organization: Indian
Human Resource Center, Inc.. General Information: Juan Castellanos @ (619)
281-5964.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
Not
available.
5/10
10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
5th Annual Surfrider Beach to Brewery (Bike Ride & Music Fest)
An adult (age 21+) event will begin with a bike ride and conclude with a fun
bash at the Karl
Strauss Brewery. Although the bike ride is optional, the event at the brewery
will be the
highlight of the day. People can meet and mingle, enjoy cool beer, catered food,
and dance to
the music. Admission: $15.00 - $20.00. Anticipated Attendance: 2500. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Bike Ride (Garnet Ave.-Everts St.-Mission Bay-Crown
Point-Pacific
Beach Dr.-Olney St.-Grand Ave.-Rose Canyon bike path-Santa Fe St.-Karl Strauss
Brewe. ry)
~ Music Fest (Karl Strauss Brewery parking lot - 5985 Santa Fe St.) Host
Organization: Karl
Strauss Brewing Company. General Information: Melody Daversa @ (858) 273-2739
x-335.
Media Information: Jena Francis @ (858) 273-2739 x-346. Vendor Information: Not
available.
Internet: www.karlstrauss.com.
5/10
11:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
98th Annual Portuguese Festival of the Holy Spirit (Bazaar) (3-Day Event)
This event is the oldest ethnic celebration in California hosted by the
Portuguese community.
Come and enjoy traditional lively music and dancing; plus beer, wine, food,
bakery,
merchandise, and games for all ages. Admission: Complementary donations are
accepted.
Anticipated Attendance: 800/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available.
Location: United
Portuguese Hall parking lot (2818 Avenida de Portugual). Host Organization:
United
Portuguese SES, Inc.. General Information: Lynn Reis @ (619) 223-5880. Media
Information:
Barbara Hosaka @ (619) 957-1866. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.upses.com.
5/10
6:30 p.m. 11:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
- 25 -
May
98th Annual Portuguese Festival of the Holy Spirit (Bazaar) (3-Day Event)
This event is the oldest ethnic celebration in California hosted by the
Portuguese community.
Come and enjoy traditional lively music and dancing; plus beer, wine, food,
bakery,
merchandise, and games for all ages. Admission: Complementary donations are
accepted.
Anticipated Attendance: 800/day. Anticipated Participants: Not available.
Location: United
Portuguese Hall parking lot (2818 Avenida de Portugual). Host Organization:
United
Portuguese SES, Inc.. General Information: Lynn Reis @ (619) 223-5880. Media
Information:
Barbara Hosaka @ (619) 957-1866. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.upses.com.
5/11
10:00 a.m. 10:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
20th Annual American Indian Culture Days (2-Day Event)
Follow the sounds of beating drums to the inner circle of a Pow Wow where
American Indian
culture is presented in a colorful way. Enjoy the taste ofIndian frybread, the
storytelling of the
grunion, gourd dancing, birdsinging, and craft items such as jewlery, beadwork,
leathergoods,
and more. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000/day. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Balboa Park (Park Blvd. & President's Way). Host
Organization: Indian
Human Resource Center, Inc.. General Information: Juan Castellanos @ (619)
281-5964.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
Not
available.
5/11
10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
6th Annual Explore Mission Trails Day
This special day celebrates Mission Trails Park offering visitors an opportunity
to meet park
rangers and learn about fun programs the park offers. Today, you can enjoy
walks, talks,
displays, activities, games, pony rides, and refreshments; plus sunspot viewing
through a
solar-filtered telescope. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 9,000.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Mission Trails Regional Park (One Father
Junipero
Serra Trail near Mission Gorge Rd.). Host Organization: Mission Trails Regional
Park
Foundation. General Information: Information desk @ (619) 668-3275. Media
Information: Not
available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: www.mtrp.org.
5/17
9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
25th Annual Indian Fair (2-Day Event)
A colorful tribute to the Native American culture will take the form of a
festival. At a
marketplace setting in Balboa Park, you'll hear soothing sounds of flute music
while browsing
through pottery, paintings, jewlery, beadwork, textiles, leather goods, and
more. Many items
are one-of-a-kind. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,500/day.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Balboa Park (California Quadrangle on El
Prado near
the Museum of Man). Host Organization: San Diego Museum of Man. General
Information:
Javier Guerrero @ (619) 239-2001 x-18. Media Information: Joice Truban Curry @
(858)
794-6974. Vendor Information: Linda Fisk @ (619) 239-2001. Internet:
www.museumofman.org.
5/17
10:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
Saturday
-
Spanish Village Spring Art Festival (2-Day Event)
Spanish Village was declared an historical landmark in 1987. Located in Balboa
Park near the
zoo, it has 37 quaint art studios surrounding a cobblestone courtyard. It's a
perfect place for an
art festival and offers a variety of quality pottery, paintings, sculpture,
gemstones, and jewlery.
Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000/day. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Balboa Park (Spanish Village at Village Place). Host Organization:
Spanish Village
Art Association. General Information: Scott Weaver @ (619) 696-8114. Media
Information:
Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.spanishvillageart.com.
5/17
10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
- 26 -
May
17th Annual San Ysidro Day
Today, San Ysidro is celebrating its culture and heritage. Residents can enjoy a
festive day
with fun games and activities; plus information booths about local businesses,
health, and
services. Dance and music performances will be performed by students from
elementary
grades to high school. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 600. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: San Ysidro Community Park (212 West Park Ave.). Host
Organization: Casa Familiar/Neighborhood Partnership Program. General
Information: Monica
Hernandez @ (619) 428-1115. Media Information: Not available. Vendor
Information: Leticia
Gomez @ (619) 428-1115. Internet: www.casafamiliar.org.
5/17
11:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
53rd Annual OMBAC Coming Out Party
In 1954, a memebr of OMBAC was released from a POW camp in Korea. To welcome him
home, a coming out party was held. The celebration continued on and has
developed into an
adult-oriented beach party offering good times with friends, music, food, drink,
and a scenic
view of the ocean. Admission: $20.00. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: West Mission Bay Park (Mariner's Point). Host
Organization: Old
Mission Beach Athletic Club. General Information: Mike Herritt @ (619) 466-2799.
Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.ombac.org.
5/17
12:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
3rd Annual Art With Heart
The event is a showcase of art in many different forms. Many items found here
are
one-of-a-kind. While being entertained by a jazz ensemble, you can browse
through jewlery,
pottery, sculpture, stationary, wearable art, fiber art, and more. Delicious
food and refreshing
beer will be available. Admission: $10.00 (encludes entrance to artist booths,
vouchers for
food/beverage, and opportunity an drawing). Anticipated Attendance: 600.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Kensington (Adams Ave. & North Talmadge
Dr.). Host
Organization: Dress for Success San Diego. General Information: Lorraine Iverson
@ (619)
997-0822. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
www.artwithheartfestival.com.
5/17
2:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
12th Annual North Park Festival of the Arts
North Park will come alive with an artistic flair! The event offers 4-stages of
entertainment by
local bands and dance groups. There will be a large selection of fine art,
handmade crafts, and
community information; plus delicious international foods and a special
entertainment area just
for kids. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 35,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: University Avenue (between 30th St. & 32nd St.) ~ 30th
Street (between
University Ave. & North Park Way) ~ Ohio Street, Illinois Street, & Iowa Street.
(between
University Ave. to 200-feet to the north) ~ Ray Street & Herman Street (between
University Ave.
to the south alley) Host Organization: North Park Main Street. General
Information: Elizabeth
Studebaker @ (619) 294-2501. Media Information: Laurel McFarlane @ (619)
233-5008.
Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: www.northparkmainstreet.com.
5/18
10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
15th Annual Festa Siciliana
While celebrating Sicilian-Italian American heritage, you can enjoy delicous
cuisine from local
restaurants in a festive setting at Little Italy. A mixture of music, beer,
wine, and dancing will be
pleasing among friends. Be sure to browse through the interesting imported
merchandise.
Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 5,000. Anticipated Participants: Not
available.
Location: India Street (between Ash St. & Date St.) ~ Cedar Street (between
Columbia St. &
Kettner Blvd.) ~ Beech Street (between COlumbia St. & Kettner Blvd.). Host
Organization:
United Italian American Association. General Information: Bernadette Tarantino @
(619)
733-0483. Media Information: Grovanna DiBona @ (619) 993-9550. Vendor
Information: Not
available. Internet: Not available.
5/18
10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
- 27 -
May
25th Annual Indian Fair (2-Day Event)
A colorful tribute to the Native American culture will take the form of a
festival. At a
marketplace setting in Balboa Park, you'll hear soothing sounds of flute music
while browsing
through pottery, paintings, jewlery, beadwork, textiles, leather goods, and
more. Many items
are one-of-a-kind. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,500/day.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Balboa Park (California Quadrangle on El
Prado near
the Museum of Man). Host Organization: San Diego Museum of Man. General
Information:
Javier Guerrero @ (619) 239-2001 x-18. Media Information: Joice Truban Curry @
(858)
794-6974. Vendor Information: Linda Fisk @ (619) 239-2001. Internet:
www.museumofman.org.
5/18
10:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
Sunday
-
Spanish Village Spring Art Festival (2-Day Event)
Spanish Village was declared an historical landmark in 1987. Located in Balboa
Park near the
zoo, it has 37 quaint art studios surrounding a cobblestone courtyard. It's a
perfect place for an
art festival and offers a variety of quality pottery, paintings, sculpture,
gemstones, and jewlery.
Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000/day. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Balboa Park (Spanish Village at Village Place). Host Organization:
Spanish Village
Art Association. General Information: Scott Weaver @ (619) 696-8114. Media
Information:
Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
www.spanishvillageart.com.
5/18
10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Sunday
-
9th Annual Scripps Ranch Community Festival
Residents in Scripps Ranch can acquaint themselves with neighborhood services
and
organizations while enjoying a festival offering food, crafts, music, dancing,
and child
performances. A Fun Zone for kids offers an obstacle course, pony rides, a
climbing wall, and
an inflatable jump. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,500. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: Scripps Ranch Community Park (11454 Blue Cypress Rd._.
Host
Organization: Scripps Ranch Civic Association. General Information: Bev Cassity
@ (858)
586-7933. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
www.scrippsranch.com.
5/18
11:00 a.m. 7:30 p.m.
Sunday
-
Craft and Distroy (A Craft Fair to End AIDS)
The purpose of this craft fair is to help raise awareness and funds for programs
and services
regarding HIV/AIDS. Amid entertaining music, local crafters will be selling art,
knit hats,
scarves, bags, clothing, and accessories. You may find something here that you
won't find
anywhere else. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 300. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: North Park (The Rubber Rose parking lot - 3812 Ray St.).
Host
Organization: AIDS Lifecycle. General Information: Carla Concha @ (619)
992-9613. Media
Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not
available.
5/24
12:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
13th Annual KIFM Smooth Jazz Gaslamp Festival
KIFM 98.1 is inviting persons age 21+ to the Gaslamp Quarter to enjoy smooth
jazz sounds on
two outdoor stages and in a dozen indoor clubs. It's a great place to dance and
dine in
pleasure with delicious food and spirits. Come and experience the enchantment of
the
Gaslamp Quarter! Admission: $42.00 - $47.00. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: 5th Avenue (between Market St. & F St.) ~
G Street
(between 4th Ave. & 6th Ave.). Host Organization: Gaslamp Quarter
Association/KIFM 98.1.
General Information: Tricia Tellier @ (619) 233-5227. Media Information: Chris
Turner @ (619)
718-7116. Vendor Information: Coleen Davidson @ (619) 718-7152. Internet:
www.kifm.com.
5/24
1:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
Saturday
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- 28 -
May
26th Annual Ethnic Food Fair
Come and enjoy a Spring day at Balboa Park where a cultural food festival will
be offering a
delicious assortment of ethnic foods plus music, song, and costumed dance
performances.
While you're there, visit the little cottages and get a glimpse of culture from
different coutries of
the Pacific. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 10,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Balboa Park (outdoor stage and surrounding area at the
House of Pacific
Relations International Cottages near President's Way). Host Organization: House
of Pacific
Relations. General Information: Hannu Mikkonen @ (619) 729-8234. Media
Information: Not
available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: www.sdhpr.org.
5/25
10:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.
Sunday
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26th Annual Holiday at Home Bazaar
The community of Kensington is hosting a fun bazaar in the parking lot at the
Normal Heights
Library offering a variety of items such as food and bakery, clothing, pottery,
t-shirts, books,
and other merchandise. This event is in conjunction with the "Holiday at Home
Parade & Relay
Race". Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 500. Anticipated Participants:
Not available.
Location: Kensington (Normal Heights Library - lawn area at 4121 Adams Ave.).
Host
Organization: Kensington Social & Athletic Club. General Information: Julie
Braden @ (619)
234-2266. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
5/26
11:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m.
Monday
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A Day in the Fourth
Youths in the community of Skyline's fourth district have organized an exciting
event featuring
basketball tournaments, step dancing, and a marketplace offering food,
merchandise, and
information services. The highlight of the event is the music provided by local
bands, DJ, and
radio stations. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 1,500. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Park (6401 Skyline Dr.). Host
Organization:
Councilmember Tony Young/District 4. General Information: Derrick White @ (619)
236-6644.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
Not
available.
5/31
10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Healing Our Communities Health Fair Celebration
This health fair is promoting health awareness in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
While
enjoying staged entertainment and tasty cuisine, you can pickup information on
HIV prevention,
hepatitis, cancer, tuberculosis, and diabetes. The event will have a climbing
wall, jumpers, a
clown, and more. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,000. Anticipated
Participants:
Not available. Location: 3055 Imperial Avenue. Host Organization: Family Health
Centers of
San Diego. General Information: Catrina Flores @ (619) 515-2438. Media
Information: Robert
Lewis @ (619) 515-2586. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not
available.
5/31
10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
June
20th Annual Rancho Bernardo Alive! Expo
Rancho Bernardo is alive with a festival! This popular event includes two stages
of music and
dance performances, a business showcase, food courts, merchandise, free health
screenings,
cultural exhibits, and a Kiddieland complete with bouncing castles, a farris
wheel, and a
climbing wall. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 35,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: Bernardo Center Drive (between Lomica Dr. & Bernardo Plaza
Dr.) ~
Lomica Drive (between Acena Dr. & Bernardo Center Dr.). Host Organization: San
Diego North
Chamber of Commerce. General Information: Michael Robinson @ (858) 487-1767
x-101.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Brianna Svelmoe @ (858)
487-1767
x-109. Internet: Not available.
6/1
10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Sunday
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June
38th Annual St. Spyridon Church Greek Festival (3-Day Event)
This Greek festival that offers tours of the St. Spyridon Church and delicious
homemade meals
and pastries. In a friendly atmosphere while lively Greek music is playing, you
can join in and
dance Greek-style. Imported merchandise will be available for sale that you may
not find
anywhere else. Admission: $2.00 donation. Anticipated Attendance: 4,000/day.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Saint Spyridon Church (3655 Park Blvd.) ~
Indiana
Street (between Cypress St. & Park Blvd.). Host Organization: St. Spyridon Greek
Orthodox
Church San Diego. General Information: Art Balourdas @ (858) 204-1012. Media
Information:
Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
6/6
5:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
Friday
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3rd Annual Philippine Festival & Parade
The event celebrates the 110th anniversary of Philippine Independence from
Spain. The day
will begin with a parade to a community park where people can have a fun day
indulging in
cultural exhibits, food, music, merchandise, entertaining performances, and
rides for children.
Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,500. Anticipated Participants: Not
available.
Location: Festival (Mira Mesa Community Park - 8575 New Salem St.) ~ Parade
(shopping
mall at Greenford Dr./Mira Mesa Blvd. - Greenford Dr. - Mira Mesa Blvd. -.
Camino Ruiz - New
Salem St. - Mira Mesa Community Park) Host Organization: Aguinaldo Foundation.
General
Information: Rita Andrews @ (619) 421-9415. Media Information: Not available.
Vendor
Information: Not available. Internet: www.copao-sandiego.org.
6/7
8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Veterans Job & Resource Fair
The event will begin with an opening ceremony. A Continental breakfast and lunch
will be
available. The lawn area in front of the Veterans Museum will host approximately
120 career
and vendor booths. Seminar and workshops will be conducted inside the museum.
Admission:
None. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants: Not available.
Location:
Balboa Park (lawn area at the Veterans Museum and Memorial Center). Host
Organization:
Veterans Museum & Memorial Center. General Information: Tom Richards @ (619)
524-4426.
Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet:
Not
available.
6/7
9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
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5th Annual Body & Soul (A Celebration of Healthy Living)
A celebration of healthy living will take place in the form of a health fair
that offers whole foods
and health related products. There will be services and screenings for blood
pressure,
cholesterol, prostrate, HIV, depression, and more. Pony rides and a petting zoo
will
accompany the event. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: K Street (between 30th St. & 31st St.) ~
31st Street
(between K St. & L St.). Host Organization: Bethel Memorial AME Church. General
Information: Marnyce McKell @ (619) 322-9135. Media Information: Pearlie Contact
@ (619)
264-6469. Vendor Information: Sylvia Carter @ (619) 606-4016. Internet:
www.bethelamesd.com.
6/7
11:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.
Saturday
-
38th Annual St. Spyridon Church Greek Festival (3-Day Event)
This Greek festival that offers tours of the St. Spyridon Church and delicious
homemade meals
and pastries. In a friendly atmosphere while lively Greek music is playing, you
can join in and
dance Greek-style. Imported merchandise will be available for sale that you may
not find
anywhere else. Admission: $2.00 donation. Anticipated Attendance: 4,000/day.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Saint Spyridon Church (3655 Park Blvd.) ~
Indiana
Street (between Cypress St. & Park Blvd.). Host Organization: St. Spyridon Greek
Orthodox
Church San Diego. General Information: Art Balourdas @ (858) 204-1012. Media
Information:
Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
6/7
11:00 a.m. 11:00 p.m.
Saturday
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June
38th Annual St. Spyridon Church Greek Festival (3-Day Event)
This Greek festival that offers tours of the St. Spyridon Church and delicious
homemade meals
and pastries. In a friendly atmosphere while lively Greek music is playing, you
can join in and
dance Greek-style. Imported merchandise will be available for sale that you may
not find
anywhere else. Admission: $2.00 donation. Anticipated Attendance: 4,000/day.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Saint Spyridon Church (3655 Park Blvd.) ~
Indiana
Street (between Cypress St. & Park Blvd.). Host Organization: St. Spyridon Greek
Orthodox
Church San Diego. General Information: Art Balourdas @ (858) 204-1012. Media
Information:
Not available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
6/8
11:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m.
Sunday
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11th Annual Celebration of Life (Cancer Survivors)
Cancer survivors are encouraged to attend this event to learn about specific
cancers, obtain
information, and mingle with other cancer survivors. The event offers a health
fair, fashion
show, medical lectures, family activities, oral and cancer screenings,
entertainment,
refreshments, and more. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000.
Anticipated
Participants: Not available. Location: Bloch Cancer Survivor's Park (4100 North
Harbor Dr.
across from the San Diego Airport). Host Organization: Cancer Survivorship San
Diego.
General Information: Information desk @ (760) 598-7304. Media Information: Not
available.
Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: www.cancersurvivorshipsd.com.
6/8
11:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Sunday
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Family Festival (Great Women Artists)
Enjoy FREE admission to the Museum of Art plus a festival outside. Today, the
focus is on
Great Women Artists. Come and listen to musical performances and stories in the
galleries.
And participate in activities such as foam printing, architectural painting, and
postcard designs.
Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 2,500. Anticipated Participants: Not
available.
Location: Balboa Park (indoor and outdoor at the Museum of Art - 1450 El Prado).
Host
Organization: San Diego Museum of Art. General Information: Brian Patterson @
(619)
231-7092. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
6/8
12:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m.
Sunday
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Bethel Seminary Groundbreaking Celebration
It's a double ceremony event. Directly following a graduation ceremony at the
Bethel Seminary,
a groundbreaking ceremony will commence where a new facility will be constructed
on the
campus. It will be a proud for those who attend. Admission: None. Anticipated
Attendance: 250.
Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location: Arosa Street (in front of the
Bethel
Seminary between College Ave. & Rose Place). Host Organization: Bethel Seminary
San
Diego. General Information: Arnell Motz @ (619) 582-8188 x-117. Media
Information: Not
available. Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: Not available.
6/14
12:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m.
Saturday
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Summer Fest Resource Fair (Therapeutic Recreation Services)
This event is focused on persons with a developmental disability (age 18 &
older). A
community resource fair will provide assistance for people withdisabilities and
their families. It's
a day to meet others and enjoy fun and wacky games. A yummy lunch will be
available for
$2.00. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 1,000. Anticipated Participants:
Not
available. Location: Balboa Park (lawn area in front of the Wark Memorial
Building). Host
Organization: Therapeutic Recreation Services. General Information: Information
desk @ (619)
525-8247. Media Information: Not available. Vendor Information: Not available.
Internet:
Not available.
6/15
12:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m.
Sunday
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June
W Hotel San Diego (Grand Re-Opening Celebration of Restaurant)
A grand re-opening of the restaurant at the W Hotel San Diego will be clebrated
today. To
draw attention to the event, skateboard ramps will be set up on the street
outside in front of the
hotel where professioal skateboarders will offer a demonstration of their
skills. Admission: None.
Anticipated Attendance: 300. Anticipated Participants: Not available. Location:
W Hotel San
Diego (State Street between B St. & C St.). Host Organization: W Hotel San
Diego. General
Information: Leah Corradino @ (619) 398-3100. Media Information: Not available.
Vendor
Information: Not available. Internet: www.hotels.com.
6/20
7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
Friday
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10th Annual Old House Fair
The event offers insight into the repair, restoration, and preservation of older
homes that can
also be applied to newer homes. Highlights include historic home tours, antique
appraisals,
design consultations, music, food, and children activities. Assorted home art
and decor will be
available. Admission: None. Anticipated Attendance: 3,000. Anticipated
Participants: Not
available. Location: 30th Street (between Cedar St. & Ash St.) ~ Beech Street
(between Dale
St. & Fern St.). Host Organization: Greater Golden Hill Community Development
Corp.
General Information: Maureen Ceccarelli @ (619) 233-6679. Media Information: Not
available.
Vendor Information: Not available. Internet: www.goldenhillcdc.org.
6/21
10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Satur