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Archive for June 2008

June 30th, 2008

Blazin’ Hip Hop Dance Battle at Del Mar

Blazin’ 98.9 FM sponsored the Blazin’ Hip Hop Dance Battle at the San Diego County Fair last week, and the competition was fierce. Groups of 3 to 20 members competed in three age groups, and were judged on technical skills, showmanship, creativity, rhythm and costume.
Youth Division Winners, ages 6-12
First - Ujima Dance Group, San Diego […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments

June 29th, 2008

Time for a Neighborhood Party

Does your neighborhood get together to celebrate Independence Day?  If not, why not start something?
I know that Californians don’t have the best reputation for being good neighbors. In fact, I have lived in places where I never even met my neighbors until the day I was moving out! Fortunately, I haven’t found that to be […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 2 comments

June 28th, 2008

A View of the Wild Animal Park

For the best view of the San Diego Wild Animal Park, you need only ride the Great Rift Lift to the viewing platform. Overlooking the Journey to Africa, the platform is over 3000 square feet of viewing and photo opportunities. On hot days, the misters provide a cloud of cool mist over the tower, where […]

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June 27th, 2008

This Week’s Featured Photos

Browsing through Flickr this week, I was thrilled to find these wonderful new images of San Diego:

Thanks to these talented and generous photographers for sharing these images with us.
Photo #1 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/michael-seljos/2610349684/Photo #2 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/johnandketurah/2609286582/Photo #3 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/shindotv/2612803088/Photo #4 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/tkkate/2612632720/Photo #5 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/danielgreene/2599365712/Photo #6 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/vissago/2605323549/

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June 26th, 2008

Gather the Clans for the 35th Annual San Diego Highland Games

It’s time to throw the caber, eat some haggis, and herd some sheep.  Yes, the San Diego Highland Games and Gathering of the Clans are coming to Vista this weekend, and the bagpipes are warming up already.

For a preview of the entertainment you can expect at this year’s games, you can come to the free […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 2 comments

June 25th, 2008

This Weekend is For the Dogs

Dog lovers will really enjoy San Diego this weekend. There are canine-centered events for dogs of all kinds, as well as those of us who love to watch our furry friends.
For the athletic pooch, there’s the Surf Dog Competition at Loews Coronado Bay Resort at Imperial Beach on Saturday (June 28). Coronado Surfing Academy will […]

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June 24th, 2008

Healthy Dining at LEGOLAND

Of all of the California theme parks, LEGOLAND seems to do the best job of catering to the healthy eaters among us. Nearly all of their restaurants have some healthy choices, but those with special dietary needs will really appreciate the following options.
Please note that they will accommodate you even better with prior notice […]

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June 23rd, 2008

True Colors Tour Hits San Diego County

This Friday (June 27), the True Colors Tour will stop at Viejas Casino for a Concert in the Park, and what a great lineup! Headlined by Cyndi Lauper, Cyndi will be joined by The B-52s, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, special guest Andy Bell of Erasure, The Puppini Sisters, and host Carson Kressley! Wow!
This […]

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June 22nd, 2008

This Week’s Featured Photos

This week, I decided to feature some photos showing our public transportation in San Diego County. Of course, most of us drive and walk. Many bike and skate too, but those aren’t our only options here:

Thanks to these great local photographers for sharing their shots with us.
Photo #1 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/7447470@N06/1385241006/Photo #2 credit: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathaninsandiego/397236162/Photo […]

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June 21st, 2008

What’s Going On at the Travel & Culture Channel

If you’re a long-time reader of The San Diego Traveler, you may have joined us before we became part of b5media. If so, I hope you’ll take a look around here to see what else we offer in the Travel & Culture Channel. 
This month, Mary Jo has rounded up a little something from each […]

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