San Diego Events July 10, 2009
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| Concerts 516096 | Concerts on the Green: Diamond is ForeverThe annual family-oriented concert series features top local entertainers performing a wide range of music, including jazz, rock, blues, swing, and country. Bring a chair or a blanket, a picnic, and dancing shoes. 619.401.8858 http://www.downtownelcajon.com 7/10/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 495624 | Concerts on the GreenThe annual family-oriented concert series features top local entertainers performing a wide range of music, including jazz, rock, blues, swing, and country. Bring a chair or a blanket, a picnic, and dancing shoes. Check the website for a complete performance schedule. 619.401.8858 http://www.downtownelcajon.com Ongoing Each Fri 5/22/09 - 9/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 509919 | Motion Mania: Move Your MindKids can explore more than 30 hands-on exhibits that turn physics into fun and learn about the universal laws that apply to everything that moves - including the kind of motion that underlies the solar system, pendular motion, turbulent motion, motion illusions and more. 619.238.1233 http://www.rhfleet.org Ongoing Daily 6/20/09 - 6/20/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: Mon-Fri 4pm; Sat 11am, 4pm & 6pm; Sun 11am & 4pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 414146 | 56th Presidential InaugurationMaster model designers at the park have created the historic scene of Barack Obama taking the Presidential oath of office on the steps of the capitol, along with his family, Joe Biden and his wife, and more than a thousand other mini-figures constructed from Lego bricks. Part of the fun is identifying the characters, which include familiar faces like Oprah, Aretha Franklin, and Senator Feinstein. The scene is on display in Miniland through Memorial Day weekend; note that the park is closed on Inauguration Day, Jan 20. Check the website for a complete event schedule. 760.918.5346 http://www.leg... california.htm Ongoing Daily 1/16/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-19 Time: Regular park hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 408211 | Giant Worlds: A Voyage to the Outer Solar SystemJupiter, Saturn, and other giant planets get down to earth in an interactive exhibit that allows visitors to launch a virtual probe into Jupiter's atmosphere and experiment with properties of visible and infrared radiation. 619.238.1233, ext. 802 http://www.rhfleet.org Ongoing Daily 1/31/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: Unknown Time: Regular museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 356943 | Trunk ShowThe Collectors' Gallery presents a trunk show of African crafts that includes traditional handmade objects imported from Africa by local businesswomen. 619.239.0003 http://www.mingei.org Ongoing Daily 8/8/08 - 8/10/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: 10am-4pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 507448 | Dino MountainStegosaurus, Tyrannosaurus Rex, and Dilophosaurus are just a few of the 20 dinasours from the Mesozoic period that descend on Dino Mountain. The robotic dinosaurs range from four foot to 19 foot tall and make movements like neck stretching, jaws opening and closing, and tail swishing. Other dino-themed activities this summer include The Magical Mystery Dino Show (daily, 2pm & 5pm in Tembo Stadium); dino digs for kids (daily, 1pm to 4pm at Jameson Research Island); and The Bubble Show (daily 3:30pm, 6pm, & 7pm in Tembo Stadium). 760.747.8702 http://www.wildanimalpark.com Ongoing Daily 6/20/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 9am-8pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Fairs & Festivals 515037 | Fourth of July CarnivalAn 11-day community celebration at Memorial Park offers exciting carnival rides, challenging games, and plenty of food. 951.316.1382 http://www.sandiego.gov Ongoing Daily 7/2/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Mon-Fri 5pm-11pm; Sat-Sun 1pm-11pm Cost: $1.50 |
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| Fairs & Festivals 516484 | CarnivalThere's tons of family fun in store at the South Bay Rec Center carnival, including traditional rides, games, snacks, and a computer portrait booth. 760.735.8542 http://www.san... and-recreation Ongoing Daily 7/10/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Fri 5pm-11pm; Sat-Sun 1pm-11pm Cost: Adults $1.50; Children (7 & up) $1.50, (6 & under) free |
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| Films 510700 | Movies in the ParkThe pool hosts a free screening of The Goonies (PG). 619.336.6758 http://www.sdmoviesinthepark.com 7/10/09 Ages: 8-19 Time: Dusk Cost: Free |
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| Films 605428 | Under the Sea: IMAX FilmThe creators of Deep Sea 3D offer another IMAX film featuring the humorous, threatening, and sometimes peculiar behavior of marine animals, narrated by Jim Carey. This is a great one for the whole family, with sea turtles kids can practically reach out and touch, and sea lions swimming right at the audience to investigate. Ongoing Daily 4/14/09 - 7/1/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: 1pm & 5pm Cost: Adults $7.25-$11.75; Children $5.50-$8.75 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 507119 | Campfire ProgramFamilies can enjoy songs and activities along the ocean shore and learn about the California grunion. Meet at the fire ring next to lifeguard headquarters. Bring a flashlight and dress warm as the beach can get cold at night. 619.823.5801 hsanderson@parks.ca.gov http://www.parks.ca.gov 7/10/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 507460 | Don't Try This at Home!Adam Weiner brings together science and humor in a presentation that analyzes scenes from favorite sci-fi, superhero, and action movies to illustrate the good and bad physics of Hollywood. Tickets are free with admission, but must be obtained from the ticket counter. 619.238.1233 http://www.rhfleet.org 7/10/09 Ages: 11-19 Time: 6:30pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 290526 | Land of AdventureThrill-seekers of all ages are invited to a Land of Adventure that transports guests into 1920s Egypt and features four fun new attractions, including Lost Kingdom Adventure, the Park?s first-ever dark ride. 760.918.5346 http://www.leg... california.htm Ongoing Daily 3/10/08 - 12/30/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-12 Time: Open during business hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 246416 | So WATT! An Illuminating Look at EnergyVisitors to the Fleet Center’s newest exhibit can pretend to be solar engineers and learn how energy is generated and conserved. 619.238.1233 http://www.rhfleet.org Ongoing Daily 9/15/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Regular museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 173658 | Bird Watching - Tony Hawk in FlightThe exhibit celebrates the athleticism of Tony Hawk, a San Diego legend considered the greatest skater ever. View Hawk's grace and athleticism through artifacts, video, and photographs. 619.234.2544 http://www.sdhoc.com Ongoing Daily 1/4/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-18 Time: Daily 10am-4pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 139111 | Magic PlanetThe Museum opens a major permanent exhibit where visitors can explore Earth and other planets using a large globe. Visitors use cutting edge projection technology to customize their personal journey through the solar system. 619.234.8291 http://www.aerospacemuseum.org Ongoing Daily 7/20/06 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: Daily 10am-5pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 131157 | Kumeyaay: Native CaliforniansThe permanent Kumeyaay exhibit teaches visitors about the traditional Kumeyaay way of life. The displays highlight the food, clothing, adornment, pottery, basketry, games, and ceremonies of California's indigenous people. Recently added is a display of a traditional Kumeyaay house. 619.239.2001 http://www.museumofman.org Ongoing Daily 6/5/06 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 7-18 Time: 10am-4:30pm Cost: Included in the cost of museum admission. |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 124386 | Fossil MysteriesFossil Mysteries is a major exhibition that travels through a 75-million-year timeline, from the age of dinosaurs to the Ice Ages, and uncovers the prehistory of southern California and Baja California, Mexico. 619.232.3821 http://www.sdnhm.org Ongoing Daily 7/1/06 - 7/29/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: 10am-5pm Cost: Free with museum admission. |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 76551 | Kid CityYoung visitors and parents are encouraged to play together with conveyor belts, cranes, air chutes, and grocery stores. 619.238.1233 http://www.rhfleet.org/ Ongoing Daily 11/17/04 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-6 Time: Mon-Thu 9:30am-5pm; Fri-Sat 9:30am-8pm; Sun 9:30am-6pm Cost: Free with museum admission. |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 63619 | Pajama-rama StorytimeThrow on your jammies and cuddle up for storytime. 858.684.3166 Ongoing Each Fri 3/22/04 - 3/22/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-6 Time: 7:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 63621 | Young Readers & Writers Book ClubThis book club is great for your aspiring writer or just ones who love to read. Call ahead to find out which book will be discussed. 858.684.3166 Ongoing Each Fri 3/22/04 - 3/22/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-12 Time: Third Fri of the month 7:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Other Events 354117 | Mac's Kids CornerThe museum offers an educational and entertaining center for children interested in listening to stories, playing games, and working on craft projects. Note: Closed on the first Tuesday of each month. 619.696.0199 http://www.sdmodelrailroadm.com Ongoing Each Tue, Fri; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: 11am-3pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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