The San Diego Traveler

Are you looking for your wedding gown? If you won’t be wearing your mother’s hand-me-down wedding dress for your nuptials, this event is probably the best deal that you’re going to find in San Diego.
The Brides Against Breast Cancer wedding gown sale is the biggest fundraising event for the Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation, which grants wishes to women and men with stage 4 terminal breast cancer. All of the proceeds from the sale will go directly to the foundation’s ‘Dream Fulfillment Fund.’
At the sale there will be a gown for every bride and every budget! Dresses range from …read more

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If you’ve got books, CDs, DVDs or other library materials that are overdue, you’re in luck. Library amnesty day is coming soon.
If you bring the overdue items back to the San Diego County Library where you borrowed them on Friday, February 29, all fines will be waived! That’s right – no fines. Just get the materials back to the library or the bookdrop at the end of the month, or at latest before they open on Saturday morning (March 1) and  there will be no fines, no matter how long you’ve had the items.
This is a great opportunity to …read more

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If all the cutesy-wootsie valentines are making you want to toss your heart-shaped cookies, head to BASIC Urban Kitchen & Bar today.
You’ll be in good company for the Anti V-Day Party, featuring specials on Very Dirty Martinis and Sex on the Beach.
Don’t expect any candy hearts, stuffed teddy bears or red roses at this gathering. It’s strictly an Anti-Valentine’s Day party for those who’d really rather not.

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If you’re out of town this Valentine’s Day, or just wishing you were, our host b5media has posted a collection of Valentine articles from travel bloggers around the  world.
See You Gotta Have Heart! by Mary Jo. Included are postings from the Philippines, Paris, London, Vancouver, Sydney, and all around the U.S. and you may just come up with a new idea or two to celebrate this day of love.

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On Thursday, thirty-six couples will tie the knot in a Valentine’s Day Wedding Marathon, hosted by KyXy Radio. The brides and grooms were selected by KyXy listeners, and can now be seen, along with their stories on the KyXy website.
Many are simply renewing their vows, but a few of the couples are actually marrying for the first time. You can vote for the couple you like the best, and the favorite couple will win an all inclusive honeymoon to Jamaica!
This day of romance will take place at the North Chapel, the historic navy chapel located on …read more

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If you’ve ever tried to find a restaurant on Valentine’s night (or any really special occasion), you know that there’s no greater mood-killer for a hot date than driving from restaurant to restaurant only to be turned away.
You need a reservation! The restaurants that don’t take reservations (like the Claim Jumper and The Cheesecake Factory) usually have a line a mile long on the best date nights.
If you fear you’ve  waited too long, and that there’s not a table left in town, check out OpenTable.com. On this site, you’ll find many of San Diego county’s fine restaurants.  Select a …read more

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On Valentine’s Day, Buy Me Love Benefits will host an auction of 25 of San Diego’s finest men and women, including everything from private tennis lessons to skydiving! This benefit will help raise funds and awareness for the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA.
Come in your cocktail attire.
General Admission includes hosted red and white wine for the first hour and delectable tray passed hors’ d’oeuvres.  Chuao Chocolatier will also be serving tasty samples of their famous chocolates.  VIP’s will enjoy a hosted “Mutt”ini bar for the first hour as well as premier reserved seating.  A VIP gift bag sponsored …read more

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The San Diego Model Railroad Museum is hosting a family event on Sunday, February 17 to celebrate Presidents’ Day. President Lincoln will share his stories with guests in the Pacific Beach Room every half hour, from 11 am – 3 pm.
The Museum will also be showcasing various examples of past presidential railcars, along with detailed descriptions about US presidents and railroads.
Favorite snacks and refreshments of former presidents and a model train activity will be offered to all guests.

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Dances from around the world will be demonstrated and taught every half hour this Sunday at the International Dance Festival in Balboa Park.
Bring the family and learn some easy steps to fun dances as led by the trained dancers as they are dressed in colorful costumes. Admission is free, and dance partners are not required.

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This week, Larry Himmel’s “In The Neighborhood” report featured a profile of chocolatier Will Gustwiller at Eclipse Chocolat in University Heights. This is no ordinary chocolate cafe. It’s a bit of heaven for any true chocolate lover!
Watch the video, showing Gustwiller’s Winter Dessert Tasting Platter. It includes:

Grilled Orange-Peel Date Bar with a little coconut-infused cream
Forbidden Rice Pudding, made with black Chinese forbidden rice
Frozen Peanut Butter Chocolate Mousse
Sticky Toffee Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce

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