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The San Diego Traveler

Archive for July 2008

July 23rd, 2008

Oddest Collectible at Comic-Con Tonight

Going through the Exhibit Hall at Comic-Con this evening, there were more strange collectibles than one could ever wish for, but I’d have to pick “Haminal” as the oddest collectible this year.
As you can see Haminal can be purchased separately, in a can, or as part of a piece of sushi. Haminal may […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 4 comments

July 23rd, 2008

Comic-Con Preview Tonight

I’m about to head down to the Convention Center for Comic-Con’s Preview Night, and I couldn’t be more excited!
Bringing my teenager with me (and why wouldn’t I?) we’re going to hit the ENORMOUS Exhibit Hall to check out what I’m sure will be an endless variety of toys, t-shirts, video games, collectibles, and who […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments

July 20th, 2008

Last Week’s Featured Photos

Perusing the photos of San Diego posted to Flickr within the last week, these images caught my eye, and I think they deserve some attention:

Thanks to these fine photographers for sharing these San Diego moments.
Photo #1 credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/12530381@N07/2688016538/Photo #2 credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cobber99/2665728008/Photo #3 credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/akeg/2668205150/Photo #4 credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottandrenee/2665718531/Photo #5 credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/14698280@N04/2670083299/Photo #6 credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/johnandketurah/2683075767/
Tags: photographs, Photos, […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments

July 19th, 2008

The Surprising History of the Balboa

Not to be confused with the “Balboa Theater,” the “Balboa Theatre” (note the spelling difference) has been with us since 1924, when it opened, hosting nationally known vaudeville acts.
Since that time, the Balboa has gone through many changes, and was almost lost to the wrecking ball. Highlights from this great theater’s history include 1930-1940, […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments

July 18th, 2008

The San Diego Special Edition - July 18, 2008

Welcome to the July 2008 issue of The San Diego Special Edition! Summer is a great time to celebrate living here in San Diego county, and these articles remind me of many of the things I love about living here. I hope you enjoy them, and a terrific sampling of our local bloggers. What a […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 2 comments

July 17th, 2008

Garden With the Community

Are you tired of having to pay high prices for produce? Have you been yearning to try out your own green thumb, but lack a garden of your own? If you’re in Escondido, you may be in luck. Escondido is home to one of the most unique gardening programs in the state.
The City of Escondido […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments

July 16th, 2008

Kiko and Unicow Coming to Comic-Con

If you’re familiar with the Gorgeous Tiny Chicken Machine Show, then I’m sure you know the host, Kiko, and of course, Unicow. They’ll both be appearing at Comic-Con this year!

If you don’t know these wacky characters, you can go to GorgeousTiny.com to watch the latest episode or learn more about these strange and wonderful creatures. […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments

July 15th, 2008

The Best of San Diego

San Diego Magazine puts out a “Best of” article each year, in which their experts comb the nooks and crannies of the county to find the best of everything from the best Dentist to the best Post-Divorce Jewelry Repurposing. Although I’ve written about a few of these before, there are definitely some new explorations […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 0 comments

July 14th, 2008

Rods and Woodies Welcome

Cruise Night continues this Thursday evening in Encinitas, where hot rods, classic cars, and woodies gather each month on the third Thursday from June through September.
Classic cars park along Highway 101 between “D” street and the Lumberyard for public display. Live music plays in front of Encinitas Smog at 682 S. Coast Hwy 101, […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 2 comments

July 13th, 2008

The Hats Are Where It’s At

And they’re off! This Wednesday is opening day at Del Mar, and you know what that means…The Truly Fabulous Hats Contest!
Pick out your wildest bonnet and prepare to be judged on your creativity and style. There are four hat categories:
1) Best Racing Theme2) Funniest or Most Outrageous3) Most Glamorous4) Best Flowers/All Others
You really […]

By Carole A. Lane -- 2 comments