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Home ALONE? by Anna Mendenhall, MD
On school days, one in three adolescents comes home to a house with no adult present. Child experts generally agree that 11 or 12 years old is the age at which parents can consider allowing their boy or girl to become a so-called “latchkey kid”, provided that it is during the day and for no more than approximately three hours. Before you do, there are several factors to take into account: • Is the neighborhood generally a safe one? • Are there neighbors around during the day who could lend a hand in an emergency? • The most crucial question is whether or not your son or daughter is ready to handle this major responsibility. Studies have found that latchkey kids exhibit higher levels of fear, stress, loneliness and boredom, miss more days of school and have lower academic scores. They are also more likely to experiment with sex and drugs than kids who aren’t left by themselves for long periods of time. Try to contact your teenager on afternoons when s/he’s home alone, even if it’s only a brief conversation to find out how his/ her day went. Kids should always be able to reach you or another responsible adult either by phone, fax or e-mail.
Before you let your child stay home alone, they should be able to perform the following routine household tasks: • Knows how to properly answer the telephone. Kids should never disclose to an unfamiliar voice that they are alone. An appropriate response would be: “My mom’s not able to come to the phone right now; can I take your number and have her get back to you”? • Knows what to do and who to call in the event of a fire, a medical crisis, a suspicious stranger at the door or other emergency situations. Coach kids on how to respond to each of these situations. Conspicuously post emergency telephone numbers on the refrigerator and by every phone in the house or make sure that they are programmed into cell phones. • Be sure they know at least two escape routes from the home. • Knows where to find the first-aid supplies and how to handle basic first aid (or whom to call) for cuts, scrapes, nosebleeds, minor burns and so on. • Knows how to switch on a shutoff electrical circuit breaker or replace fuse. • Knows where to find the shutoff valves on all toilets and sinks, as well as the main water valve, in the event of a leak or overflowing toilet. • Knows how to put out a cooking fire. Keep baking soda, flour or a fire extinguisher in the kitchen. Teens should know never to throw water on a grease fire.
• Decide on the rules and responsibilities during the hours your son or daughter is home without supervision. If you put them down in writing, there won’t be any confusion/debate. • Is she allowed to have friends over? How many? Same-sex friends only? • Under what circumstances is she to answer the door? Or is she not to open the door at all? • Which activities are off-limits? TV, computer, chat rooms, etc. Are there channels s/he is prohibited from watching? Parents who are not home in the afternoon might want to investigate purchasing parental-control tools for TVs and for computers linked to the Internet. Though by no means infallible, the “V-chip” and Web filters do enable you to choose the types of programming that come into your home. • Is s/he expected to complete her homework and/or certain chores before you get home? • If you’re out for the evening or away, leave your itinerary, including when you expect to be home.
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26 August Calendar
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22 Let’s Get Organized It’s almost time to go back to school
30 Squeeze the Day!
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Thank you to everyone who submitted photos of their families out having fun this summer! We received more photos than we had space for, so be sure to visit www.sandiegofamily.com/resources/san-diego-heroes to see them all.
We are still celebrating summer, so make the best of it
before school starts. If you haven’t gone to a splash pad yet, get your swimsuits or shorts and let the kids have a great, fun afternoon. Check out four local spraygrounds on page 16. Take lunch along and have a picnic in the park. Getting out in the fresh air gives your family a chance to relax before school starts. If you know about other fun splash pads, email the name, location and what you like about it to editor@sandiegofamily.com. If you are still undecided about where your kids are going to school, check out the school advertisements in this issue and learn about their academic programs. Find more information at www.sandiegofamily.com under Resources/ Education directory. We are so happy the kids will be able to personally attend school this year! Is your child entering kindergarten or starting a new school? Read “Ask Ms. Lydia” on page 14 for tips about addressing a child’s anxious feelings. August 20 is National Lemonade Day, but every summer day should include lemon treats in my opinion. The next thing I make will be Lemon Bar Cookies from Jackie Bruchez, Oceanside’s Seaside Baker. Turn to page 30 for those and more. Enjoy the rest of summer and have fun with your kids! Make memories and traditions. Hug them. They grow up way too fast.
The Racine Family of San Marcos having fun at the San Diego County Fair.
Isla (3) and Ivy (3) of San Elijo Hills share giggles on the Skyfari Aerial Tram at San Diego Zoo.
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Four-year-old twins Griffith and Russell of Rancho Peñasquitos beat the heat at Poway Community Swim Center’s splash pad.
Is Your Baby Meeting Important Milestones? Aiden (3) of San Marcos cools off in the backyard with friends and family.
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There’s probably no need to convince parents the benefits of playing outside anymore. If you want to take outdoor play to the next level, be sure to get the book Mud Kitchen Crafts by Sophie Pickles. It’s a compilation of “60 awesome ideas for epic Free Meals for Kids outdoor play”, including how San Diego Unified School District continues to offer free summer meals to make a mud for ALL kids Monday–Friday from Noon– 2 p.m. through Aug. 20. kitchen in your Kids ages 18 and under are eligible for the meal bags (one per day), backyard. Now, which contain breakfast and lunch. Visit www.sandiegounified.org/ that’s just good, departments/food_and_nutrition_services/summer_meals for curbside clean fun! pick-up locations.
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The past year has increased everyone’s anxiety level, so it’s understandable that your son is expressing concern. Starting a new school is a big adjustment even under normal circumstances. Although your son has always been an anxious child, it is important to consider all possible contributing factors before assigning the cause of stress to school. Have you had the news on when your son was within earshot? The news has been pretty scary over the last year. Have there been any changes in your family or household (death, divorce)? Have parents or caregivers altered between working at home and at the office? Instability in the household (actual or perceived) can raise a child’s anxiety as well. Identifying any external stressors will help when talking to your son about his feelings. And it will help determine if outside support is needed. If you establish that his anxiety is, indeed, related only to starting kindergarten, ease his stress with these tips: Establish a goodbye routine. Say goodbye at the same location each day and develop a ritual. For example, “Give Mommy (or Daddy) a hug and then I will blow a kiss to keep in your pocket.” Predictability is a key to reducing stress. When a child can rely on a routine, he has some control over it.
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Visit the school ahead of time to give your son the “lay of the land.” Many schools do a kindergarten playdate or some type of get together before school starts. If his school offers this, be sure to attend so you can both meet the teacher and some new friends. If your school does not do this, make an appointment to visit the classroom (if there’s time) or visit the campus and playground so he can visualize where he will be during the day. Reach out on a neighborhood community forum (Nextdoor, Facebook, etc.) to see if there are other families starting kindergarten at the same school who would like to meet at the park before school starts. Even meeting a couple other kids gives him a familiar face to look for on the first day. Don’t talk about starting school too far in advance; it only prolongs the anxiety. A few weeks before, start building it up as a positive experience. Keep your own anxiety in check. Children are very intuitive; if you are anxious about your son starting school, it will only increase his stress level. If you are observing signs that his anxiety is beyond first-day jitters (stomachaches, headaches, nightmares, excessive crying, clinginess that interferes with normal activities, bedwetting), speak to your family pediatrician.
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Summer is in full swing and there’s no better way to beat San Diego heat than playing at splash pads and spraygrounds around the county. From Eastlake to San Marcos, it’s easy to plan a soaking-wet fun time! Check out these parks and let your littles partake in some cool water splashing this summer. Finish the day with an ice cream cone or snowcone. Read “Frozen Treats to Beat the Heat” for San Diego’s favorite ice cream shops: www.sandiegofamily.com/things-to-do/out-about/ice-cream-shops.
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In between Lake 1 and Lake 2 at this huge recreational preserve is a bright, colorful (and fenced in) sprayground. It’s small, but lots of fun with a classic bucket dump and spraying arches to run through. Around the edges of the play area are benches to sit and watch your kids play. The lake views make you feel like you’ve been transported to a different place. Good to Know:
• Open year-round during normal park operating hours. • Parking: $4 on weekdays, $6 on weekends and holidays. • Santee Lakes requires a wristband for the sprayground, which can be purchased when you pull in to park. Weekdays, $2; weekends, $3. Insider Tip: When you come into park, buy duck food for $1. The sprayground is right on the lake, and feeding the ducks is a great way to get kids out of the fountains (eventually).
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SPRAYGROUND TIPS • Water, puddles and splashing, oh my! Splash pads and spraygrounds are an absolute blast, but like anything else, a few simple guidelines help ensure everyone has a great time. • Grippy shoes for the win. Sprayground “floors” can get slippery, so put grippy water shoes on your kids and remind them not to run too fast. • Leave snacks behind. Food in the water makes a yucky mess. • Diapers, please. Children who aren’t completely potty trained must wear a swim diaper when playing in the water. • Don’t drink the water—most spraygrounds use recirculated water. • Dress the part. Even if you don’t plan on getting wet with the kids, you probably will!
Waterfront Park 1600 Pacific Highway Downtown San Diego
With downtown views and plenty of space to play, Waterfront Park is great for large group meetups or a birthday party. The fountains splash into reflecting pools on either side of the County Administration Center. Although the park is on a relatively busy street, the expansive grass area leading to the fountains provides peace of mind. Be sure to bring blankets for the grass and an umbrella for shade. If you (aka your little ones) get lucky, an ice cream cart may even come by. Good to Know:
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Hidden in the Eastlake Vistas community of Eastlake, Mountain Hawk Park has show-stopping mountain and lake views, walking and hiking trails, and of course, the pièce de résistance: a circular sprayground for kids of all ages. A dozen water features turn on and off, leading to the inevitable (and allimportant) “Ahhh!” when the water shoots up. It’s entertaining to watch little ones anticipate which ones turn on next. The water features are simple—no bright colored plastic here—but the minimalism doesn’t curb the fun. The path that goes around the splash pad (and playground) is perfect for stroller walks while older kids engage in water play. Good to Know:
• Open April 1–Nov. 1 • Parking available in front of the sprayground. Insider Tip: Bring a pop-up for sun protection if you plan to play all day. The park has a few shady trees, but families grab those spots quickly on sunny days.
Mountain Hawk Park
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Sunset Park
Real Education Enrichment Academy • home based • loving and nurturing environment • Ages 3 and up • individualized programs with one-to-one education • 8:30am - 2pm • offering private tutoring in afternoons
Located in Rancho Peñasquitos serving North County Inland
858-484-0341 www.real-education-academy.com
FREE ARTS IN THE AFTERNOON (4PM-6PM) FOR GRADES TK-8
Sunset Park 3337 La Mirada Dr. San Marcos
Once you experience this park, you’ll want to come back again and again. The splash pad is encircled with seatheight stone, perfect for watching kids play in the water. The water features are pop jets coming from all different directions—so fun for kids! The “pad” is soft, but gets slippery, so bring water shoes. Next to the splash pad is a beautiful shaded playground with space for kids to play, climb and explore. Good to Know:
• Open year-round. • Park in the lot at the base of the park; it’s a short walk to the splash pad. Insider Tip: Pack a lunch. With the playground, splash pad, and awesome snake climbing structure, you’ll be here a while. Plan ahead and have a Plan B. If you’re driving a distance to a sprayground, try to confirm they’re open. Sometimes the fountains are under maintenance; it’s disappointing to discover there’s no water to play in. v All photos (except where noted) provided by Sandra Page, who can be found adventuring on IG @playdatesandpints.
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San Diego Family’s
Summer may be almost over, but there’s still plenty of time for summer fun! Use our sand-bucket checklist (see what we did there?) to help your family plan the last few weeks/days before school starts.
Summer Treats Make homemade snow cones or popsicles.
Host a lemonade stand (flip to page 30 for ideas). Write in a summer journal. Blow bubbles. Write a letter to a long-distance relative. Read a book. Leave surprise treats on a neighbor’s doorstep just because.
Photo: Art with Alyssa
Visit San Diego ice cream shops. Check out our list of favorites at www.sandiegofamily.com/thingsto-do/out-about/ice-cream-shops.
Build a sandcastle. Attend a free outdoor concert. www.sandiegofamily.com/thingsto-do/seasonal-happenings/sandiego-summer-concerts Enjoy spectacular views at Torrey Pines Gliderport or Cabrillo National Monument.
Take a Field Trip Tour the U.S.S. Midway. Take the ferry to Coronado.
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Drink root beer floats.
Go hiking.
Ride the carousel at Seaport Village or Balboa Park.
Create a summer scrapbook. Get directions on how to make one using a few paper lunch bags and art supplies: www.sandiegofamily.com/for-thekids/crafts-for-kids/recycled-craftmemory-book
Eat fresh berries.
Ride the Big Dipper rollercoaster at Belmont Park. Go camping. Get helpful tips and ideas on where to go at www.sandiegofamily.com/thingsto-do/travel/family-camping-insan-diego.
Photo credit: www.justataste.com
Lazy Days
Outdoor Adventure
Roast marshmallows (or put them on top of a milkshake). Discover 21 s’mores treats (including the shake) at www.sandiegofamily.com/thingsto-do/dining-and-recipes/21-waysto-make-smores.
Water Play Have a water gun battle. Spend a day at the beach. Run through sprinklers. Rent hydrobikes on the bay.
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Take a family surf lesson.
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Book Your Play at a sprayground.
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Let’s Get
Organized Can you smell those freshly
sharpened pencils, San Diego? It’s finally time to go back to school! Check out these tips to help your family get organized for a light and breezy transition into the new academic year.
Label it According to North Park resident and Professional Organizer Ryen Toft, Founder of Simply Luxe Organizing, labeling is a highly effective psychological hack. It can train the brain to maintain organization. Creating a great system in the bedrooms and common areas will reduce stress during the back-to-school transition. “Labels take the thinking and decision-making processes out of tidying up and deciding where things should go, allowing you to focus on other more important things in your day,” she says. Toft says parents should encourage kids to participate in household tidying. “If they are more visual or can’t read yet, add photos to your labels so they can still get the system down.”
KonMari the Homework Spot Make sure the kids’ homework space has a completely different energy from their distance learning space. I love the KonMari method (developed by Marie Kondo), because it focuses on what’s worth keeping, rather than what needs to go. Start by clearing everything off the desk. Strip the bulletin board clean and empty drawers. Next, hold items
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one-by-one and ask whether they spark joy or fill a need. Anything that doesn’t pass the test gets a quick, sincere “thank you” as you toss or donate it. When this process is complete, only items that are truly needed and appreciated will remain. Organize these special things in a way that makes everyone feel calm and inspired.
Declutter Art Supplies After a summer of wild and stunning creative art projects, there are bound to be some dried-up markers in the stash. Enlist the kids to help find them. First, remove the obviously broken items. Then, run a quality check on everything else. Have the kids make rainbow pages with rows of different colors, so they can find and remove unusable markers, highlighters or pens. Once the big sort is complete, make a list of supplies that need replacing. If an organizer would be helpful at this stage, check out the super affordable Tjena desk organizer from Ikea. It’s made of recycled paperboard, so kids can add their own colorful design. Toft recommends organizing in ROYGBIV order (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet).
Photo courtesy of IKEA
Time to go back to school
“This color coordination is aesthetically pleasing in any area of the house and immediately elevates a space to look more put together,” she says. “Your kids will recognize the rainbow pattern and want to contribute as well, teaching them about colors and sorting along the way!”
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EIS Summer Camp 2021 Every week we will explore a different STEAM subject. Led by an engaging team of instructors, your future scientists and engineers will enjoy age appropriate hands-on science experiments, fun games, technology, arts & craft, and more! They will meet guest scientists and learn about STEM careers.
Consider Backpacks Nothing kills the vibe in your living space faster than a pile of backpacks. Make sure each child’s schoolbag has its own hook, shelf or cubby to return to at home. Since kids like to unload their stuff the moment they cross the threshold, it’s best to pick a spot as close to that door as possible. We originally thought backpacks should live in the closet by the front door, but my kids enter through the kitchen. Packs spend less time on the floor now that we’ve installed hooks in the pantry. Go with what’s easy and makes sense!
Check Lunch Containers Now is a good time to make sure all the lunch boxes, water bottles and reusable snack bags are kept in the same spot. It’ll make lunch prep much easier. Next, do a quick quality check on items that have gone unused for a while. If everything looks good, take a moment to label each item with your child’s name. A Sharpie will do the job or find stylish custom labels at www.minted.com or www.mabelslabels.com. cont. on p.25
10 different Weeks to choose from starting June 21 thru August 23
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• Hiking • Archery • Arts • Leadership • Outdoor Skills • STEM • Performance • Friendship
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Refresh the Wardrobe Take a good look in the kids’ closets and remove anything damaged or dingy, keeping an eye out for quality items that don’t get much use. “As your kids grow out of clothes or phase out of different interests, there will be plenty of items that can be donated,” Toft says. “Empower your kids to be a part of the donation process, inviting them to spread joy to other children.” Note if the kids need additional items, including socks and underwear. If your kids are like mine and wear flip-flops all summer, check that their favorite sneakers still fit. No time to shop? A personalized styling from www.StitchFix.com/kids is a painless way to fill gaps in a child’s wardrobe. Tell your online stylist which sizes and styles you need, then receive a box in the mail with 8-12 items to try on. Keep what they love and send the rest back!
Update Your Command Center Parents need an organized space for the family. A home command center should include a monthly family calendar as well as an “inbox” or clip where kids can leave items requiring parent attention. Consider keeping the chore chart and weekly meal schedule in this area as well. I keep a running grocery list in this area, where the family can add foods we need on the next shopping trip. They rarely remember to do this, but I remain hopeful!
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For aspiring vets Ages 9-16 Kids will get the chance to practice veterinary skills and interact with awesome animals!
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For more organizing ideas from Ryen Toft and her team, check out www.simplyluxe.org and follow on Instagram @simplyluxeorganizing. v Anne Malinoski is a contributing writer and mom of two boys. She and husband Steve are both enthusiastic organizers. To read our article about a children’s book collaboration between Marie Kondo and local author Salina Yoon, visit www.sandiegofamily.com/forthe-kids/book-multimedia-reviews. August 2021 • SanDiegofamily.com •
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Family Fun Month • National Back to School Month • National Wellness Month
AUGUST Still looking for last month’s events? Check out the digital edition of our July issue at SanDiegoFamily.com
Padres KidsFest
Family fun featuring games, airbrush tattoo artists, balloon artists and more kid-friendly activities starting two hours before every Sunday home game. Aug. 1 vs. Rockies (all-kid giveaway for ages 14 & under: Tatis Jr. arm sleeve), Aug. 8 vs. D-Backs & Aug. 22 vs. Phillies (all-kid giveaway: kids backpack). Petco Park, Gallagher Square, 100 Park Blvd. For tickets visit www.padres.com. Photo courtesy of Padres KidsFest
Don’t forget to call to confirm dates, times and admission prices.
sunday | 1 Nighttime Zoo. Come “rock and roar” with music and other amazing entertainment experiences. 9 am–9 pm, through Sept. 6. Visit website for tickets. San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Dr., Balboa Park. www.sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org FREE Coronado Summer Concert Series. Sundays, 6 pm. Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave. www.coronadoconcert.com Summer Safari at San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Learn about amazing African wildlife and experience the sights and sounds of incredible music and entertainment throughout the park. 9 am–7 pm, through August 15. Visit website for tickets. 15500 San Pasqual Valley. Rd., Escondido. www.sdzsafaripark.org
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FREE Poway Summer Concert Series. Today & Aug. 15, Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd.; Aug. 8, Lake Poway, 14644 Lake Poway Rd. (parking $10). 5:30–7 pm. www.poway.org
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Golden State Train Ride. Watch the countryside roll by while riding the historic San Diego & Arizona Railway. Saturdays & Sundays. $9–$18; under 3 free. Visit website for times. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, 750 Depot St., Campo. www.psrm.org
SeaWorld’s Electric Ocean. Stay late all summer to immerse yourself in exotic worlds of light and music. End the night with Ignite, a spectacular fireworks display that brings the brilliance and beauty of the sea to the sky above. Through Sept. 6. Activities and entertainment begin at 4 pm. Visit website for tickets. Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. www.seaworldsandiego.com
“Beauty & the Beast: The Musical.” See the story of love and magic, featuring all of the songs you know and love, plus some new ones. Wed.–Sun., 8 pm, through Aug 7. $17–$59. Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1250 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. www.moonlightstage.com
Aquatica San Diego. Enjoy thrilling water rides and attractions for the whole family or unwind and relax in a lazy river or pool. Tickets starting at $35.99. Open daily, visit website for hours. 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. www.aquatica.com
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FREE Family End of Summer Palooza. Today, food drive; tomorrow, take-home crafts and face-painting; Aug. 5, group exercise. 10 am–2 pm. Briercrest Park, 9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa. RSVP at www.grossmonthealthcare.org. Extended Summer Hours at Birch Aquarium. All exhibits and hands-on activities — including the juvenile sharks touch pool and the 600-gallon Moon Jelly experience, remain open. 9 am–7 pm through Aug. 31. $15–$19.50. 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. Reservations required at www.aquarium.ucsd.edu.
wednesday | 4 FREE Cajon Classic Cruise Car Show. Wednesdays through Oct., 5–8 pm. Downtown El Cajon at Magnolia and Main St. www.cajonclassiccruise.org VIRTUAL FREE Summer Reading Program. Let reading Color Your World this summer. Complete a combination of 10 books, hours of reading or activities to claim your prizes. Through Aug. 31. www.sandiego.gov/public-library/ kidsandteens/summerreading
thursday | 5 FREE Walk in A.R.T. Over 20 artisans, live music, dance performances and food from around the world. 5–10 pm. Mural Alley, on University Ave. between 4th & 5th, Hillcrest. www.firstthursdayartnight.com
Engaged to Learn. Empowered for Life.
FREE Santee Summer Concert Series. Today & Aug. 12, 6:30–8 pm. Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Dr. www.santeesummerconcerts.com Del Mar Horse Races. Thurs.–Sun. through Sept. 6. 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. www.delmarracing.com FREE La Mesa Classic Car Show. Featuring pre-1974 cars, trucks and vans. Thursdays through Aug. 26, 5–8 pm. La Mesa Blvd. between 4th St. and Spring St. www.lamesavillageassociation.org
friday | 6 The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. Live performances ranging from classical to Latin acts, plus jazz, pop, Broadway and comedy. Films backed by a full orchestra playing the score live, including “Rocketman” to “Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.” Today through Nov. 14. $20–$250. 206 Marina Park Way. www.theshell.org
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Padres Home Games. Aug. 6–8 (vs. D-backs); Aug. 9–11 (vs. Marlins); Aug. 20– 22 (vs. Phillies) & Aug. 24–26 (vs. Dodgers). Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd. For tickets and game times visit www.padres.com.
FREE Hillcrest CityFest. Live bands, arts, crafts and food. 12 noon–11 pm. 5th & University Aves. www.fabuloushillcrest.com
tomorrow, 10 am–5 pm. From $27. San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Dr. www.akc.org/sports/akc-meet-the-breeds
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Don’t forget to call to confirm dates, times and admission prices.
FREE Summer Movies in the Park. Saturdays & Sundays, through Oct. 30. Tonight “Raya and the Last Dragon” at Robert Egger Sr. South Bay Community Park, 1885 Coronado Ave. Visit website for full schedule. www.summermoviesinthepark.com
FREE Blue Star Museums. Museums offer free admission to the nation’s activeduty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve. Through Sept. 6. For a list of participating museums visit www.arts.gov/initiatives/ blue-star-museums.
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Dinner and a Concert. Fridays, 6–8 pm through October. Prescott Promenade, downtown El Cajon. www.downtownelcajon.com
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Night Fishing at Lake Poway. The lake will be open until 11:30 pm, Fri. & Sat. nights through Sept. 4. $3–$7; 7 & under free with paid permit. Lake Poway, 14644 Lake Poway Rd. www.poway.org
saturday | 7 FREE ArtWalk @ Liberty Station. Over 150 artists show and sell their artwork. Today & tomorrow, 10 am–6 pm. Liberty Station, 2751 Dewey Rd. www.artwalksandiego.org San Diego Loyal Soccer. Today vs. Real Monarchs SLC, 7:30 pm. Other home games: Aug. 14 (vs. Tacoma Defiance); Aug. 18 (vs. Las Vegas Lights) & Aug. 21 (vs. Orange County SC). Tickets start at $25. Torero Stadium, USD, 5998 Alcala Park. www.sdloyal.com FREE Viejas Interactive Fountain. Weekends, 12 noon–5 pm. Viejas Casino Resort, 5005 Willows Rd., Alpine. www.viejas.com FREE Poway Summer Movies in the Park. Tonight, “Raya and the Last Dragon,” 6 pm at Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Dr. & Aug. 21, “The Jungle Book,” 6:30 pm at Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd. www.poway.org The Wave Waterpark. Open weekends through Sept. 6, 12 noon–5 pm. $17.95– $22.95; 2 & under free. 101 Wave Dr., Vista. Visit website for tickets. www.thewavewaterpark.com
sunday | 8 FREE Pupologie Cardiff Dog Days of Summer. Dog contests, live music, food trucks and more. 10 am–5 pm. Encinitas Community Park, 425 Santa Fe Dr. www.cardiff101.com
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Family Fun at Viejas. Skate for an hour at Southern California’s largest outdoor roller rink and then check out the Game Zone Virtual Reality experience. Thurs.– Sat., 4–9 pm; Sun., 3–8 pm. $10–$20. Viejas Casino & Resort, 5005 Willows Rd., Alpine. www.viejas.com
America’s Finest City Half Marathon & 5K. Run from the Cabrillo National Monument atop the tip of Point Loma, along San Diego Bay, Harbor Island, Embarcadero, past the Star of India, through Downtown San Diego to a rousing finish in historic Balboa Park. 6:15 am. $45–$119. Register at www.inmotionevents.com. Superhero 5K. Grab your superhero cape and walk, run, fly or jog 3.1 miles to support NICU families. 7–11 am. $20–$45. NTC Park at Liberty Station, 2455 Cushing Rd. Register at www.miraclebabies.org.
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FREE Movies in the Park: “Jumanji: The Next Level.” 8 pm. MacArthur Park, 4900 Memorial Dr. www.lamesaparks.org
Friday Night at the Drive In: “Moana.” Gates open, 7 pm; movie, 8 pm. $20 per vehicle. High Tech High parking lot, 5331 Mt Alifan Dr. www.clairemontchamber.org
LEGO NINJAGO Days. Unleash your powers on NINJAGO The Ride, strike a pose with your favorite LEGO NINJAGO characters and participate in ninjathemed activities. Today through Sept. 10. LEGOLAND, One LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. For tickets visit www.LEGOLAND.com. Candlelight Live Concert of Hollywood Epics & Movie Soundtracks. A string quartet performs movie and TV scores such as “Star Wars,” “Indiana Jones,” “Pirates of the Caribbean” and more. Today & tomorrow, 7 or 9:15 pm. Starting at $40. The Chapel, Liberty Station. www.feverup.com Humphreys Concerts by the Bay. Entertainment from rock and jazz to comedy, blues, folk and international music. Tonight: Cheap Trick, 7:30 pm. Visit website for tickets and full schedule. 2241 Shelter Island Dr. www.humphreysconcerts.com
saturday | 14 FREE Comic Book Day. Comic book shops across North America and around the world will give away free comic books to store visitors. For participating shops and other details, visit www.freecomicbookday.com. AKC Meet the Breeds. Dog lovers can meet, play with and learn about more than 100 dog breeds (and cats, too!). Today &
Summergrass San Diego. Live bands, music workshops, jam sessions, Kids Camp, music and craft vendors and more. Today, tomorrow & Aug. 22. Visit website for schedule and tickets. Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista. www.summergrass.net
saturday | 21 Camping Under the Stars. Bring a tent or RV and campout on the farm. Today, 10 am–tomorrow, 12 noon. $25. Reservations required. Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center. www.batesnutfarm.biz Sunset Train Special. Enjoy a beautiful sunset ride through East County’s rugged backcountry. 7 pm. $9–$18; under 3 free. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, 750 Depot St., Campo. www.psrm.org Summer Food Festival. Live music, food vendors, hayrides, pony rides and more. 4–8 pm. Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd., Valley Center. www.batesnutfarm.biz Accessibility Mornings at the Fleet. Families who benefit from a low sensory experience can enjoy exhibit galleries in a quieter setting and a special IMAX film screening (lights on and a lower volume). 9–10 am, IMAX, 10 am. Visit
website for tickets. Fleet Science Center, 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org
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Children ages 9 months to 6 years Proven Montessori Method and Philosophy Learning through hands-on experience Integrated secular and Judaic curriculum Bilingual Program Skilled teachers, trained in early childhood development • Secured, state-of-the-art facilities
sunday | 22 FREE ArtWalk Little Italy Summer Series. Thirty select artists exhibit their stunning works of art. 11 am–6 pm. Piazza della Famiglia, 523 W. Date St. and the adjacent block of W. Date St. www.artwalksandiego.org FREE Poway Americana Festival. Live entertainment, food, 100+ local vendors and crafters, plus a classic car show, a kid zone and more. 9 am–4 pm. Midland Rd., between Poway Rd. and Hilleary Pl. www.poway.org Bike the Bay. Pedal around the San Diego Bay and across the Coronado Bay Bridge. 7–11 am. $60. Embarcadero Marina Park S., 200 Marina Park Way. Register at www.sdbikecoalition.org.
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Classes are filling up quickly! For more information, contact us at
(858) 452-3030 or info@bethmontessori.com Beth Montessori adheres to the principles of Association Montessori International (AMI)
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Carlsbad Music Festival. Featuring dozens of artists from an eclectic range of genres. Today through Aug. 29. Starting at $39. Village of Carlsbad, St. Michael’s by-the-Sea, 2775 Carlsbad Blvd. www.carlsbadmusicfestival.org FREE Gaslamp Flicks. Enjoy a movie under the iconic Gaslamp Arch. 7–10 pm. Gaslamp Quarter, Island Ave. between 4th and 5th Ave. www.gaslamp.org
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2021 SUMMER CAMPS AT MBMA!
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Around the World in 45 Days!
Want us to spread the news? Email events@sandiegofamily.com and include the name of the event or activity, a brief description, event address, date, time, cost, contact number and website. Submission does not guarantee publication. Deadline for the October issue: Sept. 1.
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Beach Blanket Movie Night. Plenty of refreshments and a raffle with big ticket prizes. Fletcher Cove Park, 111 S. Sierra Ave. www.ci.solana-beach.ca.us
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Taste of Encinitas. Food and drink samples from 25+ restaurants. 5:30–8:30 pm. $45. S. Coast Hwy. 101, downtown Encinitas. www.encinitas101.com
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SQUEEZE the Day!
Lisa Gipson
In honor of National Lemonade Day
August’s lazy days and warmer temperatures make it a great month to have a lemonade stand. Why not spark the kids’ entrepreneurial spirit and encourage them to host a stand on National Lemonade Day (Aug. 20)? If they love helping others, Surprise customers with this aromatic discover how their efforts can twist on traditional lemonade. Find support Alex’s Lemonade Stand, the recipe for Lavender Lemonade an organization that fights at www.theseasidebaker.com/ childhood cancer. Learn more at lavender-lemonade. www.alexslemonade.org. Whichever route the kids choose, as business entrepreneurs or philanthropists, we’re sharing treats from Oceanside’s Seaside Baker to help make your lemonade stand a success. Easy peasy, lemon squeezy!
Elevate your stand with lemon treats!
Strawberry Lemonade Ingredients 2 cups strawberries, chopped 1¼ cup white sugar (divided) 7 cups water (divided) 2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 8 lemons) Directions
Lemon Bar Cookies—They taste like lemon bars, but look like cookies. Read the full recipe (and discover the secret ingredient) at www.theseasidebaker.com/lemon-tart-cookies. Lemon Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting—Intense lemon flavor (but not too tart) with sweet, smooth cream cheese frosting. Yum! Recipe: www.theseasidebaker.com/lemon-brownies
1. Place strawberries in blender; sprinkle 1/4 cup sugar over them and let sit for 5 mins. 2. Add 1 cup cold water; blend until smooth. 3. Remove seeds from lemon juice, if needed; add 1 cup sugar and whisk until dissolved. 4. Whisk lemon mixture into strawberry mixture. 5. Add 6 cups water and mix together. 6. Pour over ice and enjoy!
Recipe and photos published with permission by Jackie Bruchez, The Seaside Baker.
30 • SanDiegofamily.com • August 2021