San Diego Events July 19, 2009
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| Concerts 516517 | The LegendsLa Jolla hosts a free summer concert series at the west end of Scripps Park above the La Jolla Cove. Bring a picnic and enjoy the free music! 858.454.1600 http://www.ljc... tsbythesea.org 7/19/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 2pm-4pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 516112 | Robin HenkelFamilies are invited to bring blankets or chairs and a picnic dinner for a free concert in the park. http://www.poway.org 7/19/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 519255 | Bayou BrothersTake a break from shopping at Seaport Village to enjoy a free concert in the gazebo. 619.235.4014 http://www.seaportvillage.com 7/19/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 1pm-4pm 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 517017 | US Open Sandcastle CompetitionAmazing sand castles fill the beach at the annual weekend event. The festivities begin on Saturday with a street festival featuring entertainment, food, children's rides, arts and crafts, and a kids-n-kastles competition at 2pm. Professional and amateur teams dig in on Sunday for the nation's largest sandcastle-building contest. http://www.usopensandcastle.com Ongoing Daily 7/18/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 8:30am-4pm 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 516470 | Shark WeekThe fascinating and intimidating predators take center stage during a week of hands-on activities and explorations, including live shark encounters, shark scavenger hunts, videos, and feeding shows in the two-story kelp forest tank (Sat 2pm, Sun 10:30am, Tue & Thu 12:30am). 858.534.7336 http://www.aquarium.ucsd.edu Ongoing Daily 7/18/09 - 7/24/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Regular aquarium hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Nature & Outdoors 489863 | Snorkel with SharksAdventurous snorkelers can see leopard sharks, smoothhound sharks, rays, flatfish, and guitarfish in the waters of La Jolla Shores. Intermediate swimming ability is required and previous snorkeling experience is recommended. Participants must supply their own gear. Ages 10 to 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Advance registration is required. 858.534.7336 http://www.aquarium.ucsd.edu 7/19/09 Ages: 10-19 Time: 8am-10am Cost: $30 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 521757 | Free AdmissionCabrillo National Monument is among nearly 400 national parks that offer free admission for the weekend. http://www.nps... efreeparks.htm Ongoing Daily 7/18/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Regular park hours Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 594642 | Bird Walks at the Tijuana EstuaryTake a leisurely stroll down the McCoy Trail to view and learn about some of the 370 species of birds that live or stop by the Tijuana Estuary on their yearly migration. Bring binoculars if you have them. 619.575.3613 http://www.tijuanaestuary.org Ongoing Each Sun 9/27/07 - 12/31/20; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 3pm-4pm Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 77725 | Nature WalkFamilies can learn about the history, geology, plants, animals, and ecology of Mission Trails Regional Park by taking a 1.5 hour walk with a Trail Guide. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. A hat and sunscreen are recommended. The walk is cancelled if it's raining. Meet at the Visitor Center, One Father Junipero Serra Trail. 619.668.3281 http://www.mtrp.org/events.asp Ongoing Each Wed, Sat, Sun 11/20/04 - 11/21/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 9:30am-11am Cost: Free |
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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 Workshops 95842 | Family African Drumming and PercussionSaidos Sylla teaches African drumming and percussion techniques to families. 619.230.1190 http://www.worldbeatcenter.org Ongoing Each Sun 9/11/05 - 12/11/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: 1pm-2pm Cost: Free |
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