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This is a great week in Encinitas for things to see and do. There are 45 free events in June.
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TODAY: Pacific View Block Party
The Encinitas Historical Society is hosting a family-friendly block party to welcome the community to see the historic 1883 schoolhouse, and to check out the improvements that have been made to the former Pacific View school site as it transitions into an arts center for the city. Play school games, eat good food, listen to live music and dance. Former students, faculty and staff of Pacific View are encouraged to attend.
Sunday, June 11, 1-4pm. 390 West F Street. Free. Info
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Coast Hwy 101 Banner Exhibit
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When driving along Coast Hwy 101 in Encinitas, check out the vinyl banners high up on the light posts and you may recognize members of the Olivenhain Valley 4-H club, along with many of their furry friends! The banners promote the San Diego County Fair theme, "Where The West Is Fun."
Special thanks to Cindy Brandenburg and the 4-H club members for carrying out the fair theme so well in photographs. The banners are on view through July 4. (Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Dept.)
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| Summer Guitar Workshop with Peter Pupping |
Intermediate thru advanced levels. Improve chord vocabulary, music reading, scales, improvisation, and technique! Jam with other guitarists in various ensembles. All styles welcome.
Mondays, June 12-July 24, 6:30-9pm. Ranch View Baptist Church, 416 Rancho Santa Fe Road. $225. Register 760-815-5616.
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| Conversations That Matter, with Margaret Wolff |
As smart and competent as we are, as strong, as eager and as bold, there comes a time in every life when we feel called to pull out the stops and consciously choose to live with greater meaning and purpose. "Conversations That Matter" gatherings provide opportunities to connect with women like yourself.
Monday, June 12, 6:30-8:30pm. Art Lounge on 101, 816 S Coast Hwy 101. $40. Register 858-442-8666.
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| An Evening of Storytelling with Doug Jones |
Doug Jones has saved the day more times than many can count. He has been stepping in where needed to ensure his community's quality of life. Enjoy an evening of sparkling stories told as only Doug can! Light refreshments. (Heritage Museum, StoryArts, Encinitas CERT)
Tuesday June 13, 6:30-8:30pm. Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Free. Please RSVP: 760-632-9711.
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Wednesdays@Noon: Sonya Lee and Vadim Serebryany, Piano for 4 Hands
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Sonya Lee and Dr. Vadim Serebryany, both graduates of The Juilliard School, have performed as soloists at renowned halls through the US and abroad, including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center and many more. Lee and Serebryany reunite as a duo to perform works for 4 hands by Debussy, Brahms and Mozart. (Cultural Arts Division)
Wednesday, June 14, 12-12:45pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free. Info
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With live music and artisan food vendors. Bring a friend, a blanket, a beverage of your choice, and even a picnic basket as we enjoy the summer colors at sunset. Our farmers ask you to wear closed toed shoes. Sorry, no pets. RSVP required.
Thursday, June 15, 4:30-7:30pm. Coastal Roots Farm at Leichtag Commons, 800 Ecke Ranch Road. Sugg. donation $5. Info
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Thursday Family Fun Night
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Families are invited to pack up the kids and enjoy some outdoor fun in Hamilton Children's Garden at San Diego Botanic Garden. Live, kid-friendly entertainment is provided each Thursday night from 6-7 pm. This week it's Kathryn the Grape.
Thursdays, through August 31, 4:30-8pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Dr. Free w/paid admission/membership. Info
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Cruise downtown to see hundreds of hot rods, Woodies and other classic and vintage vehicles. Enjoy live music at several venues, find car clubs, and an Awards Ceremony at 7:15pm. This month's event will kick off the Wave Crest Woodie Meet. Classic cars are welcome in any open street parking space.
Thursday, June 15, 5:30-7:30pm. Downtown Encinitas, S. Coast Hwy 101, between D-J Streets. Free. Info 760-943-1950.
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Featuring John Abrams' Animal Magic. You'll laugh and scream with John's zany blend of magic, comedy, music and live exotic pets in an entertainment experience guaranteed to amaze the entire family!
Friday, June 16, 1pm. Cardiff Library. 2081 Newcastle Ave. Free. Info 760-753-4027.
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Music By The Sea: Firebird Balalaika Ensemble
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"Firebird is musically superb!" ~ LA Times
The ensemble performs with Russian traditional instruments and costumes and has toured extensively in the U.S. and abroad to critical acclaim. The dynamic group often includes vocalists and dancers in music from traditional Russian, Ukrainian, and Eastern European songs, to well-known classics and folk songs. VIDEO (Cultural Arts Division)
Friday, June 16, 7:30pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. $14, or at the door. Tickets 760-633-2746.
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Volunteer for Coastal Habitat at San Elijo Lagoon
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Join the nature workout while improving lands for coastal sage scrub plants and animals. Volunteers are encouraged to help collect native plant seeds and to remove invasive plants.
Saturday, June 17, 9am-12pm. San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve (see online map). Free. Info
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Shoppers may fill a paper grocery bag with books from select tables for only $3, or purchase individual books for .25 each. Proceeds support free library programs and new books. (Friends of the Cardiff Library)
Saturday, June 17, 9:30am-3pm. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free. Info 760-635-1000.
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| Draw/Paint at the San Elijo Lagoon with Linda Luisi |
See wading egrets, flowers, and our lovely lagoon through the eyes of an artist. Beginners welcome. Learn to create the rippling tide and express yourself with colorful strokes. Individual attention. No prior skills needed. Bring your own supplies and a chair.
Saturday, June 17, 9:30-11:30am. San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center, 2710 Manchester. $25. Register 760.944.8991.
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Calling all fairies! Celebrate spring and enjoy fairy crafts, face painting, a fairyland market, enchanted butterfly garden, pizza, ice cream and more. This family-friendly event also features entertainment. Small fee for crafts.
Saturday, June 17, 10am-4pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Free with paid admission or membership. Info
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Families Make History: Art Rocks!
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What a fun and creative way to travel back in time and celebrate the Native-American rock art of our San Dieguito area. During the month of June, we will paint and decorate small rocks, gathered from local beaches, using colors and designs where ever your creativity leads. Come out and rock on!
Every Saturday and Sunday, 12-4pm. San Dieguito Heritage Museum, 450 Quail Gardens Drive. Free. Info 760-632-9711.
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Lux Season Finale: Jorge Pardo
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MacArthur Fellow and highly acclaimed artist Jorge Pardo will lead an art discussion in the garden to close out Lux's last artist residency of the season. Jorge's incredible art is on view. Live music, drinks and entertainment will make for a fun evening in the garden. U-T Article
Saturday, June 17, 5-9pm. Lux Education Pavilion, 1550 S. El Camino Real. $20. Info/Register 760-436-6611.
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Now Showing:
Norman
Dogtown and Z-Boys
Rocky Horror Picture Show
Tickets: $10 (cash only). 471 Coast Hwy. 101. Show Times 760-436-7469.
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For assistance, contact Jim Gilliam, Arts Program Administrator, email, 760-633-2746.
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