Sunday, June 24, 2012

Soaring on a Sunday

Fireworks in Chino Valley

Summer is here and it's the best time of year in San Diego, well, when isn't the best time of year in San Diego, to enjoy the sunshine, play at the beach, swim, go to parks, amusement parks, water parks, well....we have just about everything here that anyone can enjoy! Whether you live here or are a visitor, you are sure to enjoy your summer. Here's a few things you might enjoy as well as some great 4th of Jully events coming up next week!


Monday, June 25th-August 27th, 7:30-9:30 pm and FREE! 25th Annual Summer International Organ Festival, Balboa Park, San Diego.


Thursday, June 28th, 6-8pm. Tower After Hours: Japan. Join the museum on June 28th as they honor Japan and San Diego’s Japanese-American community with traditional food tastings, Sapporo beer, drinks, music, dance, martial arts, and presentations by local cultural arts groups.


Saturday and Sunday, June 30th and July 1st. Reptile Super Show, San Diego. Snakeds, Lizards, Geckos, oh my! And so much more. Come see these reptilian pets and maybe even bring one home!


June 16th-August 19th, August 25-26 and September 1-3. Summer Nights at Seaworld. Nighttime shows and fireworks. Great time to visit this local park for fun in the summer evenings and day.


June 8th-July 4th. The San County Diego Fair is going on right now! This year they are "Out of this world!" with an explore space theme. The fair is closed on Mondays. Check the website for hours and other details.


Summer Concert Series at various park locations.


Independence Day events:


Saturday, June 30th, 10 am. Oceanside Independence Day Parade. Dancers, floats, equestrian units, family fun, classic cars and more!


Wednesday, July 4th. San Diego Bay and other locations in SD. Big Bay Boom at 9pm.  "In its 11th year, this display features multiple barges discharging simultaneously from around Shelter Island, Harbor Island, North Embarcadero and Chula Vista. There will also be a display from the end of the Imperial Beach Pier."


Wednesday, July 4th. Coronado Independence Day Celebrations.   Fireworks at 9pm and parade.


Wednesday, July 4th, 4:30-9:30 pm. Fireworks at 9pm.  Escondido July 4th Celebration and Fireworks, to be held at Grape Day Park. "There will be plenty of free entertainment, including magicians, baton twirlers, musical performances, children's arts projects, contests, and fireworks.Refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring a picnic and blanket. But the park doesn't allow any of these items: Tall chairs, alcohol, pets and barbecues."


Wednesday, July 4th, 9pm. Imperial Beach Pier July 4th Fireworks. Free event.


Wednesday, July 4th. Julian 4th of July Parade. "The Julian 4th of July Parade honors stars, stripes and pioneers. Known far and wide as the “best little small town parade in America,” Julian presents a homegrown event that celebrates the town’s gold rush era history, the dedication of veterans and active duty military who serve our country, and local residents who cherish the special qualities of the little town tucked into the Cuyamaca Mountains east of San Diego."


Wednesday, July 4th. Historic Old Town Fourth of July. An old-fashioned celebration of July 4th. Parade, crafts and activities of early San Diego. Wagon rides, period games, music, food specials, pie-eating contest and more. Flag raising, keynote speaker, military involvement.


Wednesday, July 4th, fireworks at 9pm.  La Jolla Cove Fireworks Celebration. Fireworks will blast off at 9pm from La Jolla Cove. The sparkled display can best be seen from Ellen Browning Scripps Park, and nearby La Jolla Shores and Kellogg Park.


Wednesday, July 4th. San Diego County Fair July 4th Fireworks at the Del Mar Fairgrounds.


Wednesday, July 4th, 3:30pm-9:20pm. Santee Salutes July 4th at the Town Center. The celebration will feature carnival rides, games, inflatables, a food court, firework, and live musical performances by Danielle Tucker Band – Rockin' contemporary country and The Mighty Untouchables – Motown through today's Top 40 Hits.




Have a great week!



Keep Soaring and Landing Safely,

In Beautiful, Sunny

San Diego!

Your Soaring Mama,

Mandy

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