City of San Diego, CA
SPECIAL EVENTS - 2008
Please Note: Dates and times for events listed here can change; we strongly recommend confirmation before going!
FREE MUSEUM ADMISSIONS
Museum of Art http://www.sdmart.org; Museum of Man http://www.museumofman.org; Mingei International Museum http://www.mingei.org; San Diego Art Institute http://www.sandiego-art.org; and the Japanese Friendship Garden http://www.niwa.org. Please call for applicable dates or go to website until we receive information from museums.
EVERY FOURTH THURSDAY -- ART AFTER HOURS (Spanish Village, Balboa Park)
Free monthly night-time soirees, where musicians play and hors d'oeuvres are served while Spanish Village art galleries remain open late for browsers. Casual and relaxed atmosphere with wonderful art in participating Village cottages. Balboa Park, San Diego, CA. 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM. (Normal hours are 11 AM - 4 PM other days). Not sure still happening; please verify before going or combine with another event.
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County of San Diego, CA
SPECIAL EVENTS - 2008
Please Note: Dates and times for events listed here can change; we strongly recommend confirmation before going!
Every FRIDAY and SATURDAY MONTHLY -- SMOOTH JAZZ CONCERTS
San Diego Sax Promotions and The Lumberyard Shops in Encinitas present free smooth jazz concerts every Fri. and Sat. evenings from 6 - 9 PM on the main food court patio. Info. (760) 942-4813 (Please note: not sure how long this will continue; call to confirm before going.)
Every SATURDAY MONTHLY -- SCRIPPS RANCH FARMER'S MARKET & ARTS FESTIVAL
Features 50-70 vendors weekly; top quality produce, cut flowers, jewelers, professional entertainers, chair massage, arts and crafters. Specialty foods include Belgian Crepes, Tamales, Rice Bowls, Sambusa, Burritos, Kettle Corn, Bakeries, Smoothies, Gyros and more. Children's Fun Zone: huge jumps and slides. 9 AM - 1 PM E. B. Scripps Elementary School, corner of Scripps Poway Parkway and Spring Canyon Rd. Contact: Bev or Mike Cassity (858) 586-7933 or http://www.scrippsranchfarmersmarket.com
1st SATURDAY MONTHLY -- POWAY OLD TOWN BOARDWALK CRAFT MARKET
Presented by Poway's Arts & Crafts Guild, event featurs a juried art show plus the sale of traditional arts and crafts by county artists. 14134 Midland Road, Old Poway Park, Poway, CA 92064. Info. (858) 486-3497.
2nd SATURDAY MONTHLY -- ESCONDIDO ART WALK -- 25 galleries, studios, museums, local heaters and the Escondido Antique District open their doors to the public each 2nd Saturday, 5-8 PM. Artists' forums, receptions, open rehearsals, music and much more! All along Grand Ave and downtown Escondido. Maps available at participating locations. (760) 745-8877.
TUES., WED. 1st & 3rd THURS., 2nd & 4th THURS., 2nd FRI., 1st SAT. -- CCHILDREN'S GARDEN, QUAIL GARDENS
This is an interactive garden designed for pint-sized kids--where they can touch things without grown-ups saying "no, no, no.." Tools, tiny clay pots and some educational sessions about howto plant or why squiggly worms and other insects make a garden healtheir are some of the essons children learn. During visits, kids can roll down a grassy hill, explore the Dinosaur Forest, wander through the "Secret Garden" or visit the Kids' Cottage. Everything is scaled to kid-size at a comfort level they can enjoy. Ev. Tues: Tales & Tunes, 10 AM - Noon; Ev. Wed., Garden rts & Crafts 10 - 11:30 AM; 1st and 3rd Thurs. Garden Day 10 AM - noon; 2nd and 4th Thurs. Worms, Wings & Crawly Things 10 AM - Noon; 2nd Fri. Friday Fun! 9 AM - 12 PM. 1st Sat. Saturday Arts & Crafts 11 ASM - 1 PM. Fees based on number attending but admission for kids is typically $3 and $4 for adults. 30 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA Info. (760) 436-3036. Good idea to confirm events before going.
JUNE 19, JULY 17, AUG. 21, SEPT. 18, OCT. 16, NOV. 20, DEC. 18-- SAN DIEGO COLLECTOR'S NITE
Antiques and collectibles on sale by dealers and some private individuals. Admission $1.00. Noon - 5 PM. El Cajon Masonic Center, 695 Ballantyne St., El Cajon, CA (619) 461-1399 Nadine). Passes available at the Broadway Antique Center. (Confirm dates before going; dates have not been verified.)
NOV. 21-22 — CALENDAR ANTIQUE SHOW
Over 100,000 square feet of antiques, collectibles, glass, pottery, paper ephemera, crystal, jewelry, art, Americana--lots more. 11 AM- 8 PM Fri., Sat., 11 AM - 5 PM Sun. Del Mar Fairgrounds (Exit off of 5 Freeway at Via de la Valle) , Del Mar, CA (760) 943-7500. General admission: $8.00. 800-943-7501 (last minute information.) 50% discount available on website: http://www.calendarshows.com info.
JUNE 28, 29 -- 21st ANNUAL LA JOLLA FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS & FOOD FAIR
Gourmet cuisine from around 20 international restaurants; outstanding art featuring over 180 award-winning artists. 3 blocks north of University Town Center. 9490 Genesee ave. (corner of Regents Rd. & Genesee Ave.) at La Jolla Country Day School campus. (Saturday): 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
June 29, 2008 (Sunday): 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. http://www.lajollaartfestival.org/festivalinfo.htm
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