San Diego Events July 9, 2009
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| Concerts 507527 | Art and JazzA ten-minute lecture in the James S Copley Auditorium is followed by an hour-long performance by The Spectrum Trio. 619.232.7931 http://www.sdmart.org 7/9/09 Ages: 8-19 Time: 7pm Cost: Adults $20; Children $10 |
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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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| 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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| Library Programs 516554 | Art Made Simple for KidsLocal artist and illustrator Lisa DeMattei teaches kids how to draw people, animals, and objects by using letters and numbers. Art supplies provided. Advance registration required. 858.552.1655 http://www.san... public-library 7/9/09 Ages: 4-6 Time: 1pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 516553 | Circus Minimus Puppet ShowThe San Diego Guild of Puppetry presents Dori Smith's Circus Minimus Puppet Show. 619.531.1539 http://www.sandiegolibrary.org 7/9/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 10am-11am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513184 | Carlsbad IdolFamilies can watch teens in grades seven through 12 sing their hearts out in the library's Ruby G Schulman Auditorium. Teens interested in performing must register in advance by July 7. Register by phone or email. Performances must be less than six minutes long. 760.602.2058 darin.williamson@carlsbadca.gov http://www.carlsbadlibrary.org 7/9/09 Ages: 13-19 Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 516552 | Sing along with Jeff LeeJeff Lee leads a sing-along program for kids. 619.531.1532 http://www.sandiegolibrary.org 7/9/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 10am 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 Library Programs 329560 | Toddler Story TimeChildren ages 24 to 36 months are invited for songs, lullabies, nursery rhymes, finger plays, games, and stories at the library. 858.538.8159 http://www.sandiegolibrary.org Ongoing Each Thu 5/1/08 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-2 Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Library Programs 329597 | Hug-a-By Baby Story TimeBabies up to ages 12 months accompanied by an adult are invited for songs, lullabies, nursery rhymes, stories, and movement activities. Volunteers are available to play with or read to older siblings. 858.538.8159 http://www.sandiegolibrary.org Ongoing Each Thu 5/1/08 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: Unknown Time: 9:30am Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Library Programs 296588 | Preschool StorytimePreschoolers are invited to storytime at the library. 858.513.2900 http://www.sdcl.org Ongoing Each Wed, Thu 2/6/08 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-6 Time: 10:30am-11am Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Library Programs 296631 | Grandparents and BooksChildren are invited to sit and read with trained adult volunteers who share the love of books. 858.513.2909 http://www.sdcl.org Ongoing Each Tue, Thu 2/5/08 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Tues 10am-12n; Thurs 11am-12n Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Library Programs 252974 | Homework TutoringMiddle school students receive tutoring in all subjects. Some textbooks are available. 858.673.4697 http://www.sdcl.org Ongoing Each Tue, Wed, Thu 9/6/07 - 4/24/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 11-14 Time: 3:30pm-4:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Library Programs 252984 | Chess ClubTeens play in tournaments to win prizes, or learn how to play and challenge friends. 858.673.4697 http://www.sdcl.org Ongoing Each Thu 9/6/07 - 4/24/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 11-18 Time: 3:30pm-5pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 65251 | Preschool StorytimeThe library hosts a preschool story time with different story and theme each week. 619.463.3236 Ongoing Each Thu 4/24/04 - 4/24/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-5 Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Storytimes 17544 | Spanish StorytimeA favorite children's book is read in Spanish by one of the South Chula Vista library staff members. Geared towards both native and non-native speakers. 619.585.5755 http://www.chulavistalibrary.com Ongoing Each Thu 10/16/01 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-7 Time: 6:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Other Events 241049 | North Park Farmers' MarketPick up fresh produce, flowers, eggs, honey, homestyle foods, and crafts. http://northparkmainstreet.com Ongoing Each Thu 2/22/01 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Thu 3am-sunset Cost: Free to browse and sample |
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