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What are your plans for Mother’s Day? Lisa Gipson, managing editor There are two events Mother’s Day weekend that I’m excited about: Attending Queen Bee Market at Del Mar Fairgrounds with my girlfriends and going to Rancho Bernardo Winery’s Annual Arts & Crafts Fair with my husband and daughters. It’ll be lots of fun! Ramona Warner, marketing representative We don’t go out on Mother’s Day, so we usually have a potluck party at our house. Friends and family come hangout, eat, drink and have fun. My family will take me out for dinner on a different night. Kristen Castillo, freelance writer I love celebrating Mother’s Day with my husband and sons. I like to start the day by sleeping in, heading to church, and then having a family lunch at a restaurant. No cooking for me on Mother’s Day!

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May is Military Appreciation Month and May 12 is Military Spouse Appreciation Day. A big thank you to all our military families! Keeping up with family duties while dad or mom is keeping our country safe is hard. We should never take our military families for granted. This month San Diego Family gives some insight into the challenges of being a military family, including social networks, employment, caregiving and more. Read about how to support them on page 16. Check page 22 for ideas on how to rejuvenate yourself for Mother’s Day or any other day. Moms, you need to take care of yourself so you can then take care of your family. It is a treat to go out to eat with friends (even on Mother’s Day). Look on page 26 to find local restaurants that have a play area for kids. You can visit with friends and the kids are right where you can see them—having fun while dinner is being prepared. They will come around when they see the food arrive. Kristen Castillo, one of our local writers, gives several tips when selecting and planning for summer camp. Find them on page 32. Then check out all the summer camps that are available, starting on page 36. Our Virtual Camp Fair is running now through June 15. Visit www.sandiegofamily .com 24/7. Happy Mother’s Day! Sit back and put your feet up.

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Adrienne Sigeti, administrative assistant We haven’t decided what we’re doing this year, but last year I took my mom to The Patio on Lamont in Pacific Beach for a delicious Mother’s Day brunch, followed by a stroll along Crystal Pier and the boardwalk. We went to The Flower Fields in Carlsbad the year before.

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Internet Safety Tips • Cyberbullying over the weekend spills into school on Monday. Inform school officials if your child was involved in a cyberbully incident so that they can monitor the situation during the day. • Don’t dismiss the issue. Whether your child plays it down or is seriously upset, get involved. Parents of “bullycide” victims (kids who have committed suicide due to bullying) frequently comment that they wish they had taken the issue more seriously.

“The Safety Mom” Alison Jacobson is a preeminent voice on safety, wellness and healthy living, and partners with Cox Communications to help keep kids safe online. From environmental toxins and healthy eating to sports injuries and cyber bullying, The Safety Mom is always on the lookout for the issues facing children of all ages, as well as the entire family. After experiencing the death of her child from SIDS, Alison became committed to saving children’s lives. Over the years, she has expanded her career platform to include a variety of vital issues facing families. A mother of three, one with intellectual disabilities, Alison offers cyber safety tips for parents just in time for the summer months when kids may be home alone more often.

Alison Jacobson “The Safety Mom,” provides cyber safety tips for parents and their children when using the Internet.

• Know your child’s passwords and review their social media sites weekly. Ask them how they know new friends or connections, and if they don’t know them, do not allow them to follow.

• Assume that status updates, photos and videos posted on social networks are permanent. Just because a profile is deleted or information is removed, older versions can continue to exist on other sites.

• Kids often have numerous accounts. Along with reviewing who is following them, look at their activity. If there isn’t a lot of activity, they may be using a different account. Investigate further.

• Never allow your child to arrange a face-to-face meeting with someone they’ve met online by themselves.

• Be sure that geo-tagging is off on all social media sites, which prevents someone from identifying where your child is posting from.

• Teach kids to not respond to messages that are inappropriate. Encourage children to tell an adult if they ever encounter anything that makes them feel uncomfortable.

• Teach them never to post the name of their school, home address or areas where they frequently hang out.

• Parents and guardians should consider downloading a monitoring service app that allows them to view the child’s smartphone activity.

• If necessary, get law enforcement involved. Many school districts around the country have a police officer or several assigned to the school who are always on campus. This would be the first law enforcement personnel to approach. Ask him/her for their suggestions on handling the situation. • Teach your child to get involved. It has been shown that the best person to help stop bullying is a peer who intervenes. If your child witnesses someone getting bullied online encourage her/him to tell you. For more information on safe behavior in the digital world, including valuable tools and information to empower parents and caregivers to protect loved ones while getting the most out of their technology, visit www.cox.com/takecharge.

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SUPPORT MILITARY SPOUSES Honoring motherhood in the military community This Mother’s Day, San Diego Family Magazine would like to recognize the unique sacrifice of moms in the military community, whether a service member, military spouse or co-parent to military kids. It’s not easy, and we salute you. According to the San Diego Military Advisory Council, our region is home to the largest concentration of military personnel in the world. More than 100,000 active duty marines and sailors are stationed here, along with 6,300 reservists. What makes moms in the military extraordinary is their commitment to raising balanced, healthy kids in the face of uncommon challenges. Here’s a look at the most pressing issues for San Diego’s military families, and how to show support this Mother’s Day.

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Tierrasanta residents Chris (a Series Commander at MCRD San Diego) and Laura with 2-year-old son, Elliot. They welcomed baby Fiona in March. means rebuilding a social network from scratch several times per decade. It’s tough to navigate an unfamiliar city when extended family and lifelong connections are thousands of miles away. Since military families face frequent separations and deployments, they might struggle with something as simple as listing an emergency contact on the kids’ school forms. “That social network has to be built over time,” says Danny Romero,

the senior program director at San Diego Military Family Collaborative (SDMFC), a network convened by SAY San Diego to connect individuals with a myriad of public and private resources. Romero says it’s common for pregnant military wives to express anxiety over whom to call should they need to go to the hospital. What if the service member is deployed? Who could offer a ride? Who could watch the other children?

According to Kat Brown, SDMFC’s community engagement specialist, many families feel a social disconnect. “You don’t always want to ask for help,” says Brown, who is also a military spouse. “It’s really nice for someone to say ‘I’m here if you need me,’ but I also think extending an invitation is really important. The sooner [military families] can get integrated into the community, the better.”

Spouse Underemployment Underemployment among military spouses is often cited as a barrier to financial security for their families. Those who move frequently struggle with two major problems: obtaining employment and advancing in their careers. Employers might view military spouses as a liability, since their resumes reflect frequent transfers. And if they move before they can earn a promotion, spouses might find themselves “starting over” at lower status and pay every time they relocate. Of course, not all spouses move when their active duty partner receives orders. Those families face different financial hurdles, because they need to support two households.

How you can help Romero recommends entrepreneurship as an alternative for military spouses. He refers clients to The Rosie Network, which provides resources, mentorship and training for spouses and veterans who want to build their own businesses. Locals who’d like to support those businesses can find a directory at www.therosienetwork .org. Another solution is remote work. Mad Skills is an online network where employers can advertise remote opportunities to military spouse job seekers—a global untapped talent pool. If your workplace offers remote positions, please alert your HR team to this excellent source for qualified military spouse candidates. Visit www .hiremadskills.com.

Childcare Every family wants to find high-quality childcare. Affordable providers with excellent reviews often have long waitlists. This problem is amplified in the military community, where orders are often cut or changed at the last minute, giving families little time to prepare for childcare needs at the next duty station. The Department of Defense offers eight Child Development Centers in San Diego. Fees are adjusted on a sliding scale according to total family income, but some of the waitlists exceed 18 months. “I was pregnant, and knew how bad it was,” says Brown, “so I put myself on several lists for childcare. I’m still on some of those waitlists and my child is 14 months old.” Only one of the local centers offers 24-hour care—an absolute necessity for single, active duty parents who are regularly required to stand duty overnight.

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Meet Our Cover Family James and Shelby Wring of Serra Mesa have moved nine times (through seven states) in the seven years they’ve been married. This summer they move again—back to New York. Here’s what Shelby has to say. What does James do in the military? He is a nuclear mechanic on a submarine in the U.S Navy. He is a first class petty officer. What’s the most difficult part of being a military spouse? Most wives say it’s being away from their husbands or the kids crying over daddy not being home. For me, it’s the loneliness—it’s insanely hard to do this life without close friends. How can civilians support military families? Invite military friends/members over for holiday dinners. In fact, invite them to church, the zoo, to lunch or just to hang out. There’s nothing greater than feeling loved and accepted, but most families of military members are far away. We actually spent last Thanksgiving eating Lunchables at the beach! Also, offer your trusted teens as babysitters. Without family around, military spouses go months without a date night. Contact the San Diego USO at www .usosandiego.org or check with a local church about military outreach ministries to get connected.

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Support the Enlisted Project (STEP) is one organization that offers reprieve for the spouses of wounded warriors. STEP hosts a periodic Caregivers Day Out. Participants enjoy a fun, relaxing activity and a day off from caregiving. STEP also offers a number of programs to promote financial self-sufficiency among junior enlisted families. If you’d like to support their efforts, visit www .stepsocal.org for volunteer and donation needs.

Ready to get involved? If you have ideas, or would like to learn more about supporting San Diego’s military families, you are welcome to attend SDMFC’s monthly meetings, where the group discusses a current trend affecting local military families and networks with 100 supporting organizations. The next meeting is Friday, May 26 from 9–11 a.m. at United Way of San Diego, 4699 Murphy Canyon Rd., San Diego. The meeting is free and open to the public. v Anne Malinoski is a freelance writer and mother of two boys. She is a Navy Reserve spouse.

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Rejuvenate Yourself 1-1 tips for health and happiness You do it all every day: get the kids

to school on time, work, shop, check homework, cook nutritious meals and chauffeur. Caring for everyone else often leaves little time for you—but rejuvenating your spirit and energy is essential to health and happiness. These ideas will inspire you to schedule some well-deserved me-time.

Get Creative A recent study in The Journal of Positive Psychology shows time spent creatively builds happiness, so make time for creativity. Follow a long lost passion or try something new. Get cooking at The Creative Fork in Solana Beach. Local chefs with international culinary experience add fun to the classes with their great stories. Learn to bake, make delicious sauces or cook gluten-free. Choose the popular Farmers Market Basket Class—pick up a CSA box onsite from Garden of Eden Organics and learn to cook with locally grown produce. www.thecuriousfork.com/collections/ classes

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Make something beautiful at Little Print Fabrics Studio in Rancho Peñasquitos. Owner Jennifer Colin offers a variety of sewing and crafting classes in her colorful studio. She teaches beginning and advanced students with patience and passion for art. www.mylittleprintfabrics.com Visit San Diego Botanic Garden for a class that goes beyond the expected. Choose from workshops in succulent design, vertical and waterwise gardening, mosaics or the new Zentangle art method. Register online: www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm.

Have Fun with Friends Ditch the chaos by scheduling a regular playdate with your friends. Really! Having strong, supportive friendships is proven to lower stress and increase lifespan. Arrange a spa day with a friend at North Park’s Pink & White Nail and Spa. A facial and pedicure leave guests with a just-vacationed glow. Afterwards, relax at one of the many coffee shops nearby. The hip vibe of North Park is sure to

recharge your battery. www .pinkandwhitenailspa.com Enjoy movies in luxury at The Lot in Liberty Station or La Jolla. Relax in a lovely theater with comfortable leather recliners and a delicious dinner delivered during the film. Or meet friends before the movie and delight in patio dining and a full bar. Every Thursday night is Girls Night Out. Reserve tickets online: www.thelotent.com.

Here’s to Your Health You are what you eat—and eating better foods improves mood. Make a weekly trip to the farmers market for fresh produce. Don’t forget to buy yourself flowers. Find a list of San Diego farmers markets at www.sdfarmbureau.org/BuyLocal/ Farmers-Markets.php. Instead of ordering takeout again, try The Fresh 20, a meal planning service that makes eating healthy a priority for busy families. Clients buy 20 fresh, seasonal ingredients each week. The company sends recipes and detailed instructions for meal prep. Plans

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are based on each family’s dietary priorities, including vegan or glutenfree. www.thefresh20.com. Use it or lose it. Regular exercise stimulates endorphins and creates energy. Try a new sport at Grotto Climbing and Yoga in Mission Valley. This innovative gym integrates rock climbing and yoga to show guests how the two compliment one another. Stretch in relaxing yoga poses to gain flexibility and strength to conquer the climbing wall. Then, climb to new heights as you reach toward a new healthy goal. www.grottoclimbing.com

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Get outside and enjoy nature. By engaging your senses at a park, on a beach, or on a hike, the body and brain feel refreshed and ready to take on new tasks. Find a list of San Diego hiking trails at www.sandiegofamily.com/ out-and-about/over-600-things-todo/1073.

Give Back Volunteering helps people live happier, more productive and more meaningful lives. When deciding how to give back, consider your passions, skills and interests. Hands On San Diego provides opportunities to volunteer throughout the county with activities such as packaging food, distributing clothes, cleaning up trails and parks, and working with kids and animals. Fill out the survey online to receive volunteer suggestions for individuals, families or groups. www.handsonsandiego.org. Look for little ways to perform random acts of kindness on a regular basis. Making someone else’s day will put a smile on your face and a spring in your step. Get inspiration from “Make the World a Better Place, 41 Random Acts of Kindness” at www.sandiegofamily .com/things-to-do/donationsvolunteers-and-fundraisers/1883. v Cherie Gough is a local freelance writer who makes time to enjoy simple pleasures each day.

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Now more than ever we want to provide our students with a moral, spiritual, and solid academic foundation. Our schools guide students to grow in faith, knowledge, and character which prepares them to be active members in the Catholic Church and in the larger community. We’re convinced that a Catholic education will enrich your child’s life.

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St. Pius X School Preschool & K – 8th 619-422-2015 Chula Vista www.spxcv.com

St. Martin of Tours Academy Preschool & K – 8th 619-466-3241 SDSU/La Mesa/El Cajon www.stmartinacademy.org Lic. # 370806413 San Diego

Blessed Sacrament Parish School Transitional K – 8th 619-582-3862 ext. 201 Mid-City/College www.bsps-sd.org

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There is always one moment in childhood when the door opens and lets the future in. — Graham Greene

Rediscover the JOY of Learning! Renaissance Village Academy is a private, non-religious fulltime school serving gifted, profoundly gifted, and highly motivated children in grades pre-K to 8th. Each student learns at his/her own level, based on ability, not age. Subjects include: English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Music, Art, and Karate.

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Each Catholic School differs slightly. Please call your local school for specific information. To learn more about enrollment and how you can be part of the strong faith-based values of our schools, contact a local Catholic school listed here.

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Eat out and skip the sitter

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Hey, foodie parents. Hungry to support local restaurants, but the kids just want to have fun? We’ve got you covered. Skip the dollar menu this weekend. These restaurants feature real chefs, great food and play spaces for kids.

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Kid-Friendly Breweries

BO-Beau Kitchen + Garden 8384 La Mesa Blvd., La Mesa www.cohnrestaurants.com/bobeaukitchengarden You won’t need a sitter to experience casual French fare in charming downtown La Mesa. Request a table in the idyllic covered courtyard, where a decommissioned school bus and chalkboards set the stage for imaginative play. While you await your entrée, indulge in Bo-Beau’s legendary Brussels sprouts, prepared with pancetta and a balsamic reduction. Every selection is a good one on this small, thoughtful menu. Officine Buona Forchetta 2816 Sims Rd., Point Loma www.buonaforchettasd.com New to Liberty Station, this chef-driven spot for Neapolitan pizzas and pastas offers fresh, authentic flavors and family fun. Sip sangria on the back patio while kids play in a grassy park. They’ll be busy with the teeter-totter, slide and swings while you enjoy your antipasti, but don’t worry—everyone will come running when the pizza arrives. If you’re feeling extra hungry, try the Pizza Al Metro, a twofoot long pie for sharing. Whatever you do, don’t skip dessert! Chef Francesca’s Cremoso al Cioccolato e Nocciola will make all your chocolate dreams come true.

Want to grab a drink with the kids in tow? No problem! Just remember to pick a designated driver. Alesmith Brewing Company 9990 AleSmith Ct., Miramar www.alesmith.com This brewery features a kids’ area with toys and puzzles. Don’t miss the onsite Tony Gwynn museum. Food trucks available on rotation. Plan 9 Alehouse 155 E. Grand Ave. Escondido www.plan9alehouse.com If you like pub food with your beer, this brewery is your spot. A cozy corner is stocked with toys and a chalkboard to keep the little ones entertained. Second Chance Beer Company 15378 Avenue of Science Rancho Bernardo www.secondchancebeer.com Challenge your kids to oversized Jenga and cornhole at this Rancho Bernardo brewery. Food trucks onsite in case you get hungry. cont. on page 28

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Station Tavern 2204 Fern St., South Park www.stationtavern.com Nothing sets the tone for a relaxing weekend like burgers and beer in the heart of South Park. Station Tavern boasts a spacious “backyard” with picnic tables and dirt floors. The restaurant is dog friendly and offers an enclosed play space for children. The area includes chalkboards and a half-scale wooden trolley. While the kids play conductor, enjoy a remarkably fresh, well-seasoned hamburger, or a marinated chicken sandwich with delightful house-made barbecue sauce. Don’t forget a plate of the restaurant’s famous tater tots—perfectly crisp with a generous dusting of spices. Waypoint Public 794 30th St., North Park www.waypointpublic.com Come for the beer and stay for the food at this family-friendly hipster hangout in North Park. The play space is enclosed with a mini picket fence, and is often packed with new friends. Kids can lounge on beanbags while they sample an assortment of books, toys and movies. The weekend brunch menu offers a creative selection of benedicts, including the must-try Southern Belle, featuring perfectly poached eggs, a thick slice of bacon-scallion cornbread and a cheesy IPA sauce. Yum! The Rabbit Hole 3377 Adams Ave., Normal Heights www.rabbitholesd.com Check out the back patio at this highenergy sports bar in Normal Heights. You’ll find an inviting patch of turf and family friendly games to intrigue your little ones. Challenge the kids to cornhole, or watch as they compete in a life-sized game of connect four. The whole team will be glad you came, especially if someone orders the otherworldly pork belly tacos. v Anne Malinoski is a freelance writer and mother of two boys. Eating out is her favorite hobby.

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Why Montessori Education? Dr. Maria Montessori demonstrated that children learn best in an environment of love, trust, understanding, patience and consistency. With a Montessori education, students can excel academically, while experiencing the values of cooperation, respect, selfconfidence, and the joy of learning! For an education that can transform lives, contact your local Montessori school.

“A Montessori Student is a Future Citizen of the World” San Diego Coastal BETH MONTESSORI Infants/Toddler/Preschool/Kindergarten Lic. # 376700496

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“Education is a natural process carried out by the child and is not acquired by listening to words but by experiences in the environment.”

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www.countrymontessori.org MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER/LITTLE HANDS MONTESSORI Preschool/Kindergarten Lic. # 372001507 & 376618271

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9939 Old Grove Rd., San Diego 92131 Scripps Ranch

858-566-3632

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Prepare for Camp Planning tips for campers and parents

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loved summer day camp at The New Children’s Museum last year. Her days were filled with crafts, cooking, sewing projects and play breaks in the park across the street from the museum. “We had never done summer camp before,” says her mother, Nicole, who wanted a camp experience that was both fun and enriching for her daughter. Nicole wasn’t sure what to expect from the camp, but she researched it and liked the activities, the low student-to-instructor ratio and the availability of before- and aftercamp care. She recommends summer camp to other families, stating that it’s a place for learning and growth.

Choose Your Camps Finding the right camp can be challenging, but it’s worth the effort. Involve the kids in the process. Visit San Diego Family’s Virtual Camp Fair between now and June 15 at www .virtualcampfair.sandiegofamily

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Set Your Schedule Many summer day camps run weekly, Monday through Friday, starting around 9 a.m. and going until mid to late afternoon. Some have morning or afternoon sessions only. There are overnight camps, too, some lasting a few days up to a full week (or longer for teens). Figure out your camp’s schedule and map out a drop off and pickup plan. Factor in travel time and traffic. Some camps offer childcare options before or after camp for an additional fee. cont. on page 34

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Even experienced campers may get a little nervous, but that’s normal. “What we pride ourselves on—other than being a safe, professional camp—is that we are very welcoming and open,” says Kevin Waldick, assistant director of Mission Bay Aquatic Center, which offers water sport activities like surfing, sailing, kayaking, tubing and marine science. “If kids have any level of nervousness about going to camp, we help them get over it.” Some campers worry about their skill level, especially with sports, but they don’t need to be stressed. Waldick says his campers are given an untimed swim assessment so kids are placed in appropriate groups for their skill level. Whether they’re in a sports camp or an arts camp, kids need to learn to relax and enjoy themselves. “The goal is not the end product, it is the process,” says Gray, who encourages campers and parents not to compare themselves to others. “It is giving the students the opportunity to find their own artistic voice—and to not feel bound by an expectation that it has to look like someone else’s work.”

Youth Surf Camp, known as the Junior Seau Foundation Adaptive Surf Program, is for kids of all ages and is held every June. Youth Paratriathlon Camp, for kids ages 14–18, is in July. “Just because these kids have a disability, doesn’t mean they’re not capable of getting back up when they fall down,” says Travis Ricks, camp coordinator and senior programs manager for Challenged Athletes Foundation. He encourages parents to fight the urge to be around their kids all the time. “This camp is just like any camp,” he says. “It’s the chance for kids to go out and be independent—and that can be a hard thing for any parent, especially for a parent of a kid with a disability.” Ricks is an amputee who is a player on the USA National Sitting Volleyball Team. “Camp is the chance to let kids grow into who they’re going to be,” he says. “Let them really find out who they are when mom and dad aren’t around.” Find a list of camps for kids with special needs at www.SNRFSD.org/ special-needs-resource-list-san-diego/ camps-and-enrichment-programs.

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Find out what to expect from camp and what you can do to prepare in advance. Mission Bay Aquatic Center gives parents a handbook, outlining rules and expectations. They also urge parents to reinforce the importance of sunscreen. Most camp programs will provide a list of needed gear. Do you need to purchase flip flops? A sun hat? A refillable water bottle and snacks? An extra inhaler? Make sure your camper is dressed appropriately. “Send children in clothes they can get painted on and get dirty,” Nicole says. “That’s part of the experience. Camps are really hands-on.”

Don’t be afraid to ask about funding options. Many camps offer scholarships. If you’re financially able, consider donating to the camp so another child can have a fun summer experience, too.

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Adaptive Opportunities Kids with special needs can check out summer camp opportunities such as adaptive sports camps hosted by Challenged Athletes Foundation.

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Camp Stories No matter which camps you choose, once camp is underway, check in with the kids about their experience. They may even want to write their thoughts down in a camp journal. “They’ll have so much to share,” says Nicole. “Slow down at the end of the day to ask what their favorite part was. It’s a learning and sharing opportunity for both parent and child.” v Kristen Castillo is an award-winning freelance writer.

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TIME FOR CAMP! Do you want your child to experience something new and exciting this summer? Our summer camp guide has a little bit of everything from woodworking to comic illustration and everything in between. “Visit” our Virtual Camp Fair at www.SanDiegoFamily.com/resources/virtual-camp-fair for additional camp info, videos, photos and more. Indicates companies certified to care for children with special needs.

ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS Circle T Ranch Lakeside - 619-312-0544 www.thecircletranch.com Ages 6-11; June-July We offer weekly Summer camps 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at reasonable rates for children 6-11 years old. Also private lessons and horseback riding for all ages available all year. We have a shady covered area with cabin facilities for parties and handcraft classes. This is an all around ranch experience with hands-on teaching methods. Visitors welcome with appt. See p. 45 EcoVivarium Escondido - 760-975-9690 www.ecovivarium.org starting June 19th EcoVivarium provides the “coolest” camp in town with live reptiles, amphibians and arthropods galore! Our hands-on camps immerse children in science, history, cultural studies and more, with help from our trained Animal Ambassadors. We turn learning into fun games, art projects, science labs and explorations of the world around us. See p. 33 San Diego Safari Park/ Zoo Summer Camps Balboa Park and Escondido - 619-718-3000 www.sdzsafaripark.org/summer-camp-2017

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Pre-K-12th Grade; June 19 - August 4 Get ready for an adventure like no other! Campers interact with rhinos, giraffes and meerkats and experience close encounters with cheetahs at Safari Park Summer Camp in Escondido. For even more hands-on fun check out San Diego Zoo Summer Camp at Balboa Park. See p. 39 Summer Critter Camp at Helen Woodward Rancho Santa Fe - 858-756-4117 www.animalcenter.org/education Preschool-8th grade; June 12 - September 1 Summer Critter Camp is San Diego’s best animal camp for kids. Children will experience a week of animal interactions and activities including animalthemed games, crafts, songs and more. Helen Woodward also offers two weeks (week 4 and week 10) of daily sign-ups. See p. 39 Sweetwater Horse Camp Bonita - 619-252-5544 www.sweetwaterhorses.com Ages 5-12; summer and fall Teaching San Diego’s kids to ride since 1985. Various camp sessions are available throughout the summer. Horse Day Camp, Pony Time Camp and Advanced Horse Camp are offered depending on level of experience. See p. 54

ACADEMIC FOCUS 64 Flavors at MBMA University City, La Jolla, PB - 858-457-5895 www.mbmacademy.com Ages 5-12; June 26 - August 18 Summer camp at MBMA is a great way for your child to spend the summer. We have a variety of classes everyday, with schedules changing weekly. We have paired some incredible specialty camps to make a wonderful experience for your child. See p. 30, 39 CMS Cricket and Kookaburra Camps Poway - 858-673-1756 www.countrymontessori.org Ages 2.5-10; June 19-August 4 Week long camps with a different theme every week. Full day and half day programs available plus childcare. Cricket camps are for 2.5 year olds to incoming kindergartners and Kookaburra camps are for 1st grade to incoming 5th graders. Themes include Space Travel, Sports, Fairy Tales, Marvelous Mammals and more. See p. 31, 53 Mt. Helix Academy La Mesa - 619-243-1400 www.mthelixacademy.org Ages 4-6 and 1st-6th grade; June-August Students choose from School Readiness Camp for ages 4-6, Enrichment Camp for grades 1-6 and

Special Advertising Section Academic Fluency for grades 2-6. Morning and afternoon childcare available before and after camp. See p. 44 Renaissance Village Academy Scripps Ranch - 858-564-9622 www.rvaschool.org Pre-K-8th grade; June-July TK-3rd grade: six 1-week programs, sign up for am, pm, or whole day. Math, science, thinking skills, folklore, games, art, Russian. Grades 4-12: two 3-week programs, sign up for specific classes (writing, editing, math, vocabulary, logic, art, Russian) or the whole day. Priority discount given to full-day students. See p. 25

DANCE/MUSIC California Ballet School Alpine - 619-920-4762 www.californiaballetschool.com Ages 5-14; June - August The Summer Programs at San Diego’s California Ballet School are designed to complement students’ training received during the regular school year. The 2017 Summer Camps are divided into four levels, from beginning to professional. See p. 23 City Ballet’s Dance Camps Pacific Beach - 858-274-6058 www.cityballet.org Ages 3-18; July 3- 28 City Ballet’s Dance Camps offer graded classes. Dance Camps include classes in ballet technique and special workshops on stage make-up and dance related crafts and activities, culminating in a free performance for friends and family. Limited class size. Register by June 1 for a 10% discount. See p. 44

San Diego Civic Youth Ballet Camps Balboa Park - 619-233-3060 www.sdcyb.org/summer-programs Ages 4-10; July 3-August 25 Camps begins with a daily ballet class in which students are introduced to the technical aspects of ballet as well as the concepts of musicality and performance. Supplemental activities like arts & crafts, jazz classes, performance rehearsals, and field trips to other cultural institutions in Balboa Park make camp an adventure. See p. 35 Scripps Performing Arts Academy Carmel Valley, Scripps Ranch - 858-509-2624 www.scrippsperformingartsacademy.com Ages 3.5-16; June 12- August 18 Best of Broadway, Pop Stars, Make Your Own Music Video and MANY more! We offer a variety of summer camps to cultivate and excite your blossoming performing artists! Our programs are a blast for all ages and include a costumed performance at the end of each week. Join us for just one week, or for the whole season. See p. 52 Vernetta’s Dance Studio North Park - 619-260-1707 www.vernettadance.com Ages 2 & up; All summer Tap, ballet and tumbling classes. Fun classes, family oriented, moms and dads can have coffee and cookies while they watch. Performing opportunities at fairs and festivals. First lesson free. See p. 54

DRAMA/THEATER Children’s Creative and Performing Arts Academy North Park - 619-584-2454 www.ccpaasd.com Ages 2.5-12th grade Students are currently enrolled from South America,

China, Korea, Vietnam, Japan, Thailand and Taiwan. Population is approximately 250 students and includes preschool, Pre-K, kindergarten, elementary, middle school and high school. See p. 33 North Coast Rep Summer Camp Solana Beach - 858-481-1055 www.northcoastrep.org/theatreschool Ages 4-19; June 19-August 4 One-week, half-day performance camps for Broadway Babies & two-week, full-day performance camps for elementary through high school actors. We heard your request for more two-week production based camps with more focused age groups. We’re very excited to be offering more performance-based intensives that will be sure to give your child a fun and playful summer. See p. 41 San Diego Junior Theatre Balboa Park - 619-239-1311 www.juniortheatre.com Ages 3-18; summer In addition to traditional camp, San Diego Junior Theatre offers acting and musical theater camps for those interested in theater performance. Every session of camp is unique. See p. 15, 35

LANGUAGE Bilingual Kids Spanish and Mandarin Summer Camps Balboa Park - 619-366-3098 www.bilingualkids-sd.com Ages 4-12; June 26-August 11 Spanish & Mandarin camps catered to promote foreign language acquisition with a fun and engaging approach. Children will learn or enhance language skills through games, songs, classroom activities, arts and crafts, outdoor activities and daily field trips to museums and zoo. All activities are conducted in target language of choice. See p. 33

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OVERNIGHT/RESIDENT CAMPS  Girl Scout Resident Camp (see Traditional Day Camp Experience) YMCA Overnight Camps Julian, Imperial Beach - 760-765-0642 www.ymca.org/camp Ages 7-17; June -August Three fantastic properties in San Diego County, Camp Marston in the mountains for summer adventures, Raintree Ranch exclusively for horseback riding near Julian and Camp Surf on the Pacific Ocean. See p. 49

PAINTING, DRAWING, CERAMICS Little Artists Summer Morning Classes Clairemont/UTC - 858-268-2255 Poway - 858-486-1555 Rancho Bernardo - 858-451-2055 San Carlos - 619-462-1955 Tierrasanta - 858-740-6055 www.mylittleartists.com Ages 4-18; June-August Morning classes start mid-June, offering the same great program with convenient classes for all ages. Drawing, painting and ceramic available in the morning as well as in the afternoon. See p. 15 Little Fish Comic Book Camps Ocean Beach - 619-356-1103 www.lilfish.us Ages 7+; All summer Little Fish offers exciting summer comic art classes for kids, teens and pre-teens. Cooperation, creativity and unique vision will help students create an individual comic project and see it to completion. No advanced experience is needed and all materials are provided. See p. 48 Monart Drawing for Kids Liberty Station - 619-222-3729 www.monartsandiego.com Ages 4-14 Monart is an educational drawing method teaching children fundamental skills that last a lifetime. We strive to help children develop their skills and

confidence in a non-competitive environment. Join our summer day camps where your child can create their own art portfolio in addition to several beautiful works of art! See p. 45 The Hot Spot Pottery & Candlemaking Liberty Station - 619-223-1339 www.thehotspotstudio.com Ages 6-16; June-August Learn painting techniques like etching, masking and stenciling on pottery, and/or learn how to build a candle with your choice of fragrance. See p. 49

PLAY BASED FUNBelievable Play Lakeside - 619-456-2474 www.funbelievableplay.com Ages 3-12 Action packed, multi-activity camp to keep children happy, healthy and entertained. Children will enjoy adventure play, arts and crafts, group games and more. See p. 57 Kid Ventures Summer Camp Countywide - 858-207-6088 www.kidventuresplay.com Ages 2-8; June 12 -August 25 Kid Ventures Camps help you the parent have some free time while your child is busy having the time of their life! Sign your child up for a day, a week, or longer. Creative camp themes engage all the senses with opportunities to develop gross motor skills and improve social interaction. See p. 57

SCHOOLS OFFERING SUMMER PROGRAMS Balboa School Escondido - 760-294-4490 www.balboaschool.com 1st-12th grade; June 19 - July 21 Blend academics with engaging activities to reinforce skills and develop new ones. Students continue to make progress at a time when they might otherwise slip behind. The warm, personal environment assures success and fosters mastery for future achievement. See p. 29 Montessori Child Development Center Poway - 858-748-1727 www.mcdcpoway.com Ages 18 months - 6 years If you are looking for a camp that will keep your child engaged in learning, daily swim lessons and physical activity, then we have the camp for you. Each week we will offer a variety of arts & crafts, cooking and music as we study Children Around the World. See p. 31, 34

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San Diego Natural History Museum Balboa Park - 877-946-7797 www.sdnat.org/summercamp Pre-K-8th grade; June-August Summer camps at The Nat will inspire and encourage children to have fun while learning about nature and science. See p. 5, 35 Snapology Discovery Center San Diego- 619-855-4557 sandiego.snapology.com/camps Ages 4-12; June 12-August 21 Choose from Robotics camp, Video Game Design or STEM. Half-day camps from 1-4p.m. at Clairemont and Liberty Station. Before and after camp available See p. 50

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SPECIALTY Model Railroad Engineer Camp Balboa Park - 619-696-0199 x1608 www.sdmrm.org Pre-K-8th grade; June 20-August 4 Unplug this summer and discover the secrets beneath the rails. Join our Pre-K through 8th grade camps on Railway Missions, Balboa Park explorations and interactive projects. Come discover, create and connect with us. See p. 35 Newbreak Kids Kamp Scripps Ranch - 858-576-0007 www.Newbreak.org/events Entering K - Entering 5th grade; June 27-30 Join us for a fun week of games, crafts and learning. We believe that every kid is uniquely wired and in the image of God! Free camps for kids. 9a.m.-12 p.m. See p. 49 Sew Inspired Encinitas - 760-908-7853 www.sewinspired.biz Ages 7.5-12; June-August Campers will learn how to sew and create a variety of summertime projects. No experience necessary. Top quality fabrics and fantastic instructors. See p. 48 Woodshop on Wheels Mobile Bus - 858-272-5631 www.woodshopbus.com Ages 7-11; June-August Campers will use safe, effective and kid tested hand tool techniques to create toys and useful projects from clear sugar pine. Sample projects are used to jump start the creative process. Beginners and experienced campers will build skills and confidence each at their own pace. See p. 38 Woodshop Wizards Woodworking UTC/San Diego - 619-749-7534 www.juniorbuildersacademy.com Ages 6 -13; June-August A hands-on woodworking program using hammers, drills, levels, squares and more. Safety and proper use of each tool is stressed. Students construct several projects, allowing them to have hands-on experience using real tools and to creatively paint and personalize their projects to take home. See p. 47

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Camp Flips Elite Gymnastics Academy El Cajon - 619-441-5900 www.EliteGymnastics.com Ages 4+; June 19-August 25 Camp Flips is a high energy experience designed to excite, motivate and stimulate kids. Each of the gymnastics events introduces a different world of challenges for a child’s mind and body. Camp Flips is open to children ages 4 & up and is fully supervised by our trained and accredited staff. See p. 55 Figure Skating Summer Camp Countywide - 858-530-1825 www.sdice.com July 31-August 18 If you are an experienced figure skater, spend 2 weeks with us during the summer and you will have the figure skating experience of a lifetime! Campers will skate, condition, dance and learn about figure skating all day long. See p. 59 Newbreak Sports Camp East County - 858-576-0007 www.Newbreak.org/events Entering K - Entering 5th grade Sports Camp is FREE and allows kids to learn the basics or build new skills. Pick from soccer, basketball or cheerleading. Campers will also learn about Bible-based character traits that will hep them become better players on the field and in life. 9 a.m.-12 a.m. See p. 49 Poway Gymnastics Poway - 858-748-1716 www.powaygymnastics.com Pre-School; summer With over 25 years of experience, Poway Gymnastics offers a safe learning environment for boys and girls of all levels. Gymnastics instills self confidence, discipline, strength, flexibility and body awareness. See p. 58

Digital Media Academy UC San Diego - 866-656-3342 www.digitalmediaacademy.org Ages 6-17; June-August Digital Media Academy tech camps jump-start young imaginations and help kids and teens pursue their creative dreams while teaching them important STEM concepts. From game design to app development, animation to photography, filmmaking to music production, and everything in between, students have the opportunity to tackle today’s coolest tech topics. See p. 41 Mobile Technology Summer Camp Carmel Valley, La Jolla, Serra Mesa 949-529-0438 www.hands-on-mobile.com/summer17 Ages 8-13; June-August Summer fun is reinvented through the lens of mobile technology in this fun, innovative camp. Through coding, circuits and Android app design, campers are inspired to become the builders of tomorrow’s technology instead of just consumers. See p. 54 Newbreak Gadgets and Gizmos Kids Kamp Tierrasanta - 858-576-0007 www.Newbreak.org/events Entering K- 5th grade; July 18-21 Join us for a fun week of games, crafts and learning that every kid is uniquely wired and made in the image of God. Camp is free. 9 a.m-12 p.m. See p. 49 TechKnowHow Technology and Robotics Summer Camps Countywide - 877-432-0970 www.techknowhow.com/california/san-diego Ages 5-14; June 19-August 11 TechKnowHow camps offer a variety of fun and enriching hands-on projects that teach students how to use technology creatively. Camps include building robotic projects with LEGO® gears and motors, Robotics Programming with Scratch® and LEGO® WeDo®, Pokémon and Jedi Robotics, Game Design with Scratch®, Minecrafter’s Lab, and Python® Coding. See p. 38

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Adventure Camps Ocean science exploration for ages 4-15

ThoughtSTEM Coding Camps at UCSD University City - 858-869-9430 www.thoughtstem.com/sd-summer-camps Ages 5-18; June 26-August 25 ThoughtSTEM runs weeklong technology camps for kids throughout the summer at UC San Diego. ThoughtSTEM coding camps engage students in fun, creative, project-based learning, with camp activities that promote new friendships and teambuilding. ThoughtSTEM teaches the most cutting edge technologies to prepare San Diego kids for the future. See p. 47

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Camp Gulls Point Loma, La Mesa - 619-223-3663 www.campgulls.com Ages 2.5-Entering K; June 19 - August 25 Join us for an exciting summer of fun! WarrenWalker School’s own experienced teachers create fun-filled days of activities that include music, arts, athletics, academics and more. See p. 40 Girl Scout Camps Balboa Park, Escondido, Julian 619-298-8391 www.sdgirlscouts.org/camp Grades K-12; June-August Girls grow into leaders while experiencing the best parts of being a kid: playing and learning in groups where everyone belongs, trying new things, and exploring the natural world, always in a safe, fun setting. See p. 50

• Strong Academics • Summer programs designed to skills andlove love reading: of learning • develop Kindergarteners read their graduation speeches • Kindergarteners love reading; they read their graduation speeches • Arts, Music, Theater, Technology • 9-to-1 ratio for fundamentals in K-2 • Robotics • Arts, Music, Theater, Technology •• Affordable Affordabletuition tuition •• Before Beforeand andafter afterschool schoolprogram program •• Trans TransK-9 K-9school schoolreceiving receivinghighest highest level level of of WASC WASC accreditation accreditation 619.243.1400 5955 Severin Drive La Mesa, California 91942

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WATERSPORTS

Register for FallWistrich, Classes Now! Steven & Elizabeth Directors Ages 3 and up Formerly with Stuttgart Ballet Nutcracker Auditions for ages 6 and up For Ages thru Sat.,3 Sept. 6 Adult

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Aqua Pros Swim School Clairemont or Your Home - 619-209-2990 www.aquapros.org Infants-adults; Summer lessons Dedicated to providing a professional year-round learn-to-swim program. Aqua Pros wants each individual to reach their full aquatic potential. They teach how to become competent in the water and emphasize proper swimming techniques. Safety in the water is the #1 priority. See p. 42 Bubbles Swim School East County - 619-660-0128 www.bubblesswimschool.com Ages 2 months-adult; Summer lessons Bubbles emphasizes comfort and safety, instead of just playing. Swimming provides freedom of movement in the water, helping children to develop motor skills and improve decision making. See p. 50

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Mission Bay Aquatic Center Mission Bay - 858-539-2003 www.watersportscamp.com All ages; All summer The Watersports Camp at the Mission Bay Aquatic Center offers exciting full and half day camps in wakeboarding, surfing, sailing, paddling, marine science and MORE! We provide high quality camps in a safe, fun and educational environment. Operated by Associated Students of SDSU, UCSD Recreation and sponsored by the YMCA. See p. 45 National City Aquatic Center National City - 619-336-4290 www.nationalcityca.gov/communityservices Ages 7-16; June-July This summer the City of National City and partner organizations will be offering youth summer camps at the brand new National City Aquatic Center located in Pepper Park. Kids will have the opportunity to participate in sailing, kayaking and rowing camps. See p. 34

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Rancho Arbolitos Swim & Tennis Camp Poway, RB, Carmel Mtn - 858-486-3670 www.ranchoarbolitos.com Ages 5-13; June 12-August 11 Swim camp run by Pacific Swim. Tennis camp run by Chira Tennis Academy. Two hours of tennis instruction and 1 hour of swim instruction. Free play in pool and on courts. Games, prizes, friends and lots of fun. 9a.m. - 2p.m. Before and after care available. See p. 49 v

HORSE CAMP SUMMER Ages 6–11 • Beginners Welcome! BIRTHDAY PARTIES ~ all ages Private Lessons • Trail Rides • All Year Handcraft Classes

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FREE El Cajon’s America on Main Street

Gear up for nonstop fun and entertainment at this year’s event with the theme, “Come Play for the Day!” Have a blast with three entertainment stages, a chili cookoff, a scavenger hunt, sports zone, petting zoos, games, rides and vendors. May 20, noon-8 pm. Main St., between Magnolia & Avocado Aves., downtown El Cajon. www .americaonmainstreet.org.

Military Appreciation Month • Water Safety Month • Hamburger Month Show Mom some love on her special day! Turn to page 51 for a bunch of Mother’s Day events that’ll bring a big smile to her face (and yours).

monday | 1 Children’s Book Week, May 1-7 Teacher Appreciation Week, May 1-5 The Big Exchange. This annual program grants members of participating San Diego Museum Council institutions free general admission today until May 31. Explore an array of museums, gardens and historic sites across the county. To receive free admission, members must present their membership card at each participating museum’s visitor services desk. www.sandiegomuseumcouncil.org.

tuesday | 2 Padres Home Games. See the Padres play against the Rockies tonight, 7:10 pm. Other

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home games this month: tomorrow & May 4 (vs. Rockies), May 5-7 (vs. Dodgers), May 8 & 9 (vs. Rangers), May 15-18 (vs. Brewers), May 19-21 (vs. D-backs) & May 29-31 (vs. Cubs). Also, KidsFest on May 7 & 21. For game times and tickets, visit website. Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., downtown San Diego. www.padres.com. Del Mar National Horse Show. Don’t miss Hunter/Jumper Week today until May 7. Featuring events like the $25,000 Surfside Grand Prix (free admission) on May 5, 6:30 pm and the $100,000 Grand Prix of Del Mar on May 6, 6:45 pm. For schedule and tickets, visit website. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. www.delmarnational.com.

wednesday | 3 FREE First Wednesdays: Rip Carson &

the Valiants. Enjoy a live, toe-tapping band performance! 4 & 7 pm. Tickets are handed out on a first-come, first-seated basis. Early arrival is strongly recommended. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. www.artcenter.org.

thursday | 4 Star Wars Day (May the 4th Be with You!) Young Art: Beyond the Ordinary. View the works of local students, grades K-12, that show their own unique interpretations of the classic still life. Through May 28; visit website for hours. $15; ages 17 & under free. The San Diego Museum of Art, Balboa Park. www.sdmart.org.

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friday | 5 Cinco de Mayo

world will give away free comic books to store visitors. For participating shops and other details, visit www.freecomicbookday.com.

“The Jungle Book.” Watch this CYT original musical based on the Rudyard Kipling classic. Tonight, 7 pm; tomorrow, 2 & 7 pm; May 7, 4 pm. $17-$19. Creative Performing & Media Arts Theater, 5050 Conrad Ave., San Diego. www.cytsandiego.org.

Walk for Animals. Features a 2-mile walk, blessing of the animals, doggie activities, Vendor Village and more. 7 am-noon. $20-$40. Proceeds benefit the San Diego Humane Society. NTC Park at Liberty Station, Point Loma. www.sdhumane.org.

FREE Fiesta Old Town Cinco de Mayo. Three stages of live entertainment, the iconic Lowrider Lane, great food, a ballet folklorico competition and kids’ activities like stagecoach rides, arts and crafts, and equestrian performances. Today, tomorrow & May 7; visit www.cincodemayooldtown .com for schedule and other details.

FREE Fiesta de Reyes Cinco de Mayo Folklorico Festival. Dancers from throughout Southern California compete at this two-day competition at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Also, live bands, entertainers and kids’ activities (today, noon-4 pm). Today, 9 am-3:30 pm & tomorrow, 10 am-1:30 pm. www .oldtownsandiegoguide.com/folklorico.

San Diego Junior Theatre Presents “The Wizard of Oz.” Through May 14. Fri., 7 pm; Sat. & Sun., 2 pm. For tickets, visit website. Casa del Prado Theatre, Balboa Park. www.juniortheatre.com.

saturday | 6 Free Comic Book Day FREE Asian Cultural Festival of San Diego. Explore a dozen countries through cultural performances, arts and crafts for children, a ramen eating contest, exhibits, Asian cuisine and more. 10 am-6 pm. Mira Mesa Community Park, 8575 New Salem St. www.asianculturalfestivalsd.com. “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.” Today & May 13, 2 & 7 pm; tomorrow & May 14, 2 pm. $17-$19. Maxine Theater, 31322 Cole Grade Rd., Valley Center. www.cytsandiego.org.

FREE Performances at “Bench Party.” Catch live performances by the San Diego Dance Theater (today) and Fern Street Circus (May 20) that will visually transform the space around Bench Party, a temporary public art project of more than 30 wood and steel sculptures installed at the north end of Bayside Park. Also, free food, refreshments and activities. Noon-2 pm. 999 Bayside Pkwy., Chula Vista. www.portofsandiego.org. Cinco de Mayo Trail Run. Challenging and unique courses take you out on the Lake Poway Trail through the foothills around the lake near Blue Sky Ecological Reserve. Includes a 10K (7:30 am), 5K (8:30 am) and Kids Race for ages 7 & under (9:30 am). Lake Poway, 14644 Lake Poway Rd. For fees and to register, visit www.cincodemayotrailrun.org.

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Parent’s Nite Out at Elite Gymnastics Academy: Hollywood. Kids, ages 4 & up, have a great time with gymnastics, games and other activities. 6-10 pm. $20. Register online. 1817 John Towers Ave., El Cajon. www.elitegymnastics.com/pno.html.

FREE Carlsbad Village Faire. Don’t miss this annual street fair with hundreds of vendors, an international food court, children’s area, live bands and more. 8 am-5 pm. Grand Ave., from Carlsbad Blvd. to Jefferson St. www.carlsbad.org.

Solar Walk & Stargazing. Hike 1.5 miles into Blue Sky Ecological Reserve, and use powerful telescopes to experience a planet or distant constellation up close. Staggered start times between 6:30-7:15 pm. $5. For all ages. Please dress warmly. 16275 Espola Rd., Poway. Register at www.poway.org/classes.

FREE See Ronald McDonald and enjoy music, fun activities and surprises! 2 pm. McDonald’s at 12808 Rancho Peñasquitos Blvd., San Diego. www.sdmcdonalds.com.

Get FREE Comic Books! Today, comic book shops across North America and around the

Family Drop-in Day: Exploring Young Art. Experience the student art exhibit, Young Art 2017: Beyond the Ordinary, through special activities. 1 pm. Free with admission; ages 17 & under free.

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Recommended for families with children, ages 6-12. The San Diego Museum of Art, Balboa Park. www.sdmart.org.

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Miracle Babies 5K. Dress up as your favorite superhero for this annual event that offers a timed 5K run, a family-friendly walk, Family Resource Fair, food trucks and a Kid Zone. 8 am-1 pm. Proceeds benefit families in need who have a newborn in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). NTC Park at Liberty Station, 2455 Cushing Rd., Point Loma. Register at www.miraclebabies5k.org.

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FREE NUA Sparrow Spring Festival & Maypole Dance. Celebrate May Day at this annual event with a maypole ceremony (10:30 am), flower crown making (9 am), food and more. Festival is from 11:30 am-3 pm. 4207 Spring Gardens Rd., La Mesa. www.nuasparrow.org.

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FREE Tennis Fest. Open to all ages and abilities, this event features on-court tennis games, drills and instruction, and prizes. Noon-4 pm. Pre-register online. Balboa Tennis Club, 2221 Morley Field Dr., San Diego. www.sandiegotennis.com. Padres Home Games. See May 2.

monday | 8 Infinity Cube. Check out this new art installation that surrounds visitors in projected and reflected larger-than-life images of bioluminescence (light produced by living organisms) accompanied by soundscape. Open daily, 9 am-5 pm. $14-$18.50. Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla. www.aquarium.ucsd.edu.

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COMIC ART CAMPS for teens and pre-teens

where cooperation, creativity and each student’s unique vision will help them to create an individual comic project and see it to completion! Classes run 9:00-3:00 and all materials are provided.

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tuesday | 9 Visit the Children’s Nature Retreat, a serene, ranch-style retreat where you can come face to face with more than 95 animals in their habitat, and have fun with interactive presentations. Open daily, 10 am-7 pm. $15-$25; under 2 free. Call for reservations. 5178 Japatul Spur, Alpine. www .childrensnatureretreat.com; 619-320-4942.

wednesday | 10 Bike to School Day It’s a Sailor’s Life for Me. View this exhibit of 30 photos by award-winning photographer, Kathryn Mussallem, that celebrates the Navy men and women who

2017 Swim & Tennis Camp:

Monday - Thursday & Saturday • Swim Lessons (Beginner through Advanced) • Summer Swim team (fun meets & ribbons) • Competitive Swim Team (year round)

June 12 - August 11

serve. Through May 31; visit website for hours. $8-$16. Maritime Museum of San Diego, 1492 N. Harbor Dr., downtown San Diego. www.sdmaritime.org.

Monday - Friday, 9 am-2 pm, Ages 5-13 • Half or full day sessions • Professional coaching in Swim & Tennis • Early drop-off and aftercare available

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Gator by the Bay. Come to the largest, Louisiana-themed music and food festival this side of the bayou! More than 100 musical acts and performances, Southern cuisine, Mardi Gras parades and more. Tonight, 6-10:30 pm; tomorrow, 3:30-10:30 pm; May 13, 10:30 am-8 pm; May 14, 10:30 am-7 pm. For tickets, visit website. Spanish Landing Park, N. Harbor Dr., San Diego. www.gatorbythebay.com.

Please call for more information: 858.486.3670 14343 Silverset Street Poway, California, 92064

friday | 12 Military Spouse Appreciation Day JCompany Presents “Ragtime.” Today until May 21; visit website for schedule. $17-$19. For ages 10 & up. David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre, 4126 Executive Dr., La Jolla. www.sdcjc.org/boxoffice.

saturday | 13 Touch a Truck. Little drivers are given the green light to touch, sit behind the wheel and honk the horn of every type of vehicle imaginable. Also, entertainment, giveaways, Star Wars and Marvel characters, and food trucks. 11 am-3 pm. $15. Proceeds benefit childhood cancer research. Pacific Trails Middle School, 5975 Village Center Loop Rd., Carmel Valley. www.touchatrucksd.com. KPBS Workshop: Splash & Bubbles. Enter the world of sea creatures with story time, a special presentation, craft and more. Workshop times: 10 & 11 am. Free with admission. For ages 3 & up. San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, 320 N. Broadway, Escondido. www.sdcdm.org. Grunion Run. See hundreds of these small silver fish ride the waves onto La Jolla beaches to spawn. Tonight, 10:30 pm-12:30 am & May 28, 11:30 pm-1:30 am. $17. Prepurchase required. For ages 6 & up; minors must be accompanied by a paid adult. www .aquarium.ucsd.edu/events/2017/grunion-run. Eat Better Art: Cooking Around the World. Whip up scrumptious dishes from around the globe in this cooking class that also features a simple art activity. 10 amnoon (for ages 4-6) & 1-3 pm (for ages

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FREE International Migratory Bird Day at Tijuana Estuary. This annual festival explores how birds in San Diego make their yearly trips across oceans and continents. Enjoy bird walks, activity stations, games and crafts. 8:30 am-2 pm. 301 Caspian Way, Imperial Beach. www.trnerr.org. FREE Ocean Beach Kiwanis Kite Festival, Off-Street Fair & Carnival. Come to the oldest children’s kite festival in the country that showcases kite building and decorating, prizes, professional kite fliers, kite demos and games, carnival activities, live music and more. 10 am-4 pm. Dusty Rhodes Park, Sunset Cliffs Blvd. at Nimitz. www.oceanbeachkiwanis.org. Intro to Coding & Circuits! This workshop by Hands-On Technology will guide kids, ages 9-12, in learning how to program their friendly, blue robot named Dash, and build their own mini-video game controller using the Makey Makey electronics interface. 11 am-2 pm. $35. Standley Recreation Center, 3585 Governor Dr., San Diego. Register at www.hands-on-mobile.com/programs. FREE Discovery Table: MTRP Rocks! MTRP trail guides introduce you to common rocks found in the park and explain why, from pebble to boulder, Geology rocks. 10 am-1 pm. Inside the Visitor Center, Mission Trails Regional Park, One Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Carlos. www.mtrp.org. Space Day Celebration. Meet an astronaut, build and fly a paper rocket, design your own space patch, touch a meteorite and more. 10 am-2 pm. Ages 17 & under free with paid adult; coupons for $3 off admission are available online. San Diego Air & Space Museum, Balboa Park. www.sandiegoairandspace.org. FREE PTE-HOPE Multicultural Festival. Cultural performances, food and refreshments, kids’ kraft workshop, cake walk, photo booth, caricatures and vendors. 12:30-3:30 pm. Bonita-Sunnyside Branch Library, 4375 Bonita Rd. 619-549-0014.

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Santee Aloha 5K Fun Run & Walk. Hawaiian dancers, leis at the finish line and a community fair with refreshments, crafts and kids’ activities. 8 am-noon. Town

Make MOM feel AWESOME with these Mother’s Day happenings, from delightful garden tours and mouthwatering brunches, to themed crafts, special shows and other activities that spell F-U-N!

FREE Kids’ Workshop at The Home Depot: Build a Flower Pot for you to keep or give to Mommy. Participants receive a certificate of achievement, a workshop apron and a commemorative pin (while supplies last). May 6, 9 amnoon. Register at www.homedepot.com/workshops. Clairemont Garden Tour. Take a self-guided tour of beautiful private gardens throughout the Clairemont community. Also, guest experts, garden décor for sale and gourmet food trucks. May 6, 10 am-4 pm. $20-$25; ages 12 & under free. Purchase tickets at http://gardentour.clairemontonline.com. Queen Bee Market. Find a unique gift for Mama at this event showcasing a carefully curated selection of the best vintage and handmade goods from more than 100 vendors specializing in clothing, accessories, home décor, furniture, vintage items, paper arts, fun DIY projects and more. May 12, 4-9 pm & May 13, 9 am-4 pm. Admission: $3; military and ages 12 & under free. Del Mar Fairgrounds, Wyland Hall, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. www.thequeenbeemarket.com. Mother & Daughter Teas. Tea sandwiches and pastries, traditional teas and other treats, as well as relaxing harp music. Moms will each take home delicious macaroons. May 12 & 13, 2:30-5 pm. $35-$50 plus tax and gratuity. Visit website for reservations. The Westgate Hotel, 1055 Second Ave., downtown San Diego. www.westgatehotel.com. FREE Craft at the Lakeshore Learning Store. Make a special box for Mommy’s favorite recipes. For ages 3 & up. May 13, 11 am-3 pm. 7510 Hazard Center Dr., San Diego & 702 Center Dr., San Marcos. www.lakeshorelearning.com. FREE Mother’s Day Story Time. Featuring the book, How to Raise a Mom. Activities will follow. May 13, 11 am at Barnes & Noble locations. For a participating store near you, visit www.barnesandnoble.com. Mother’s Day Weekend Art, Garden & Studio Tour. The San Dieguito Art Guild offers this self-guided, driving tour of various gardens in the Encinitas/Carlsbad area. Also, view and purchase one-of-a-kind creations by local artists, and enjoy free refreshments. May 13 & 14, 10 am-4 pm. $25 admission for both days. Details at www.offtrackgallery.com. JCompany Presents “Ragtime.” Take Mom to see this compelling epic that captures the American experience at the turn of the 20th century. Watch the show on May 14 (1 or 4:30 pm) and take advantage of buy one, get one free for tickets purchased by May 1. Call for tickets. For ages 10 & up. David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre, 4126 Executive Dr., La Jolla. www.sdcjc.org/boxoffice; 858-362-1348.

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Family Night: Mother’s Day Tote. Make a personalized tote bag for Mom. May 3, 6-7 pm. $3 per bag. Register online. Geared toward ages 3-12 and immediate family members. San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Dr. www.san-marcos.net.

Chocolate Festival

Indulge in these decadent treats at this annual event with dozens of chocolate tastings, demos, Mother’s Day gift ideas, a chocolate fountain and kids’ activities. May 13, 9 am-4:30 pm. Free with admission; tasting tickets $1 each. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas. www.sdbgarden.org.

Mother’s Day Celebration at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch. Treat Mama to a breathtaking view: 50 acres of giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers plus vibrant roses, orchids, sweet pea blossoms, petunias and other blooms. Also, watch a live performance from the Rancho Buena Vista High School’s Ballet Folklorico and make your own mixed bouquets for only $5. May 14, 9 am-6 pm. $7-$14; under 2 free. 5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad. www .theflowerfields.com.

Brunch at The Del. Enjoy a champagne brunch filled with sumptuous selections plus live music in the Crown Room or oceanfront Ballroom. Moms also receive a chocolate confection to take home. May 14, 9 am. Visit website for fees and reservations. 1500 Orange Ave., Coronado. www.hoteldel.com. Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch Cruises. On May 14, whisk Mommy aboard for an indulgent brunch on the water complete with a full buffet, free-flowing champagne, jazz entertainment and stunning boatside views. Cruise times: 9:30 & 11 am, 2:30 pm. For tickets and reservations, visit website. Hornblower Landing at Grape Street Pier, 1800 N. Harbor Dr., downtown San Diego. www.hornblower.com. Champagne Brunch at The Westgate Hotel. May 14, 10 am-3 pm. $35-$89. Call for reservations. 1055 Second Ave., downtown San Diego. www.westgatehotel.com; 619-238-1818. Coronado Historic Home Tour. Visit six of Coronado’s distinguished private homes with unique architectural styles. May 14, 11 am-4 pm. $45. For tickets, visit www.coronadohistory.org. Brunch Cruises by Flagship Cruises & Events. First-class food and service plus 25 miles of breathtaking sights along San Diego’s waterfront. Cruise times: 10 am & 2 pm on May 14. Visit website for fees and reservations. Departs at 990 N. Harbor Dr., downtown San Diego. www.flagshipsd.com. The Mariachi Divas Celebrate Mother’s Day. Moms receive free admission to a special concert featuring this all-female ensemble at 2 pm on May 14. Also, enjoy Sunday brunch in the Sculpture Court and Museum at 11 am. Show tickets: $15-$35; brunch tickets $15. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Details at www.artcenter.org. May 2017 • SanDiegofamily.com •

Calendar • May Center Community Park, 550 Park Center Dr. Register at www.santeefoundation.net/ santee-aloha-5k-fun-run-and-walk. FREE Monarch Butterfly Festival. Includes an exhibit with live Monarch caterpillars, Ms. Smarty Plants, kids’ crafts, free native milkweed seed packets and more. 1-4 pm. El Cajon Branch Library, 201 E. Douglas Ave. www.sdcl.org. “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.” See May 6.

sunday | 14 Mother’s Day More Mother’s Day events on page 51. Recycled Art. View two new exhibits, Reuse Recreate Reimagine and Second Time Around: The Hubcap as Art, that highlight repurposed creations by artists from around the world. Through May 28. Thurs.-Sat., 10 am-5 pm; Sun., 1-5 pm. $5-$8. Museum at

California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. www.artcenter.org. San Diego Junior Theatre Presents “The Wizard of Oz.” See May 5.

monday | 15 Sherlock Holmes and the Clocktower Mystery. This immersive and entertaining murder-mystery exhibition will test your powers of observation and deductive reasoning as you search for clues to solve a crime. Through June 4; visit website for hours and admission. Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org.

tuesday | 16 FREE Family Read & Play Day. Storytelling, play time and a free book for each child to take home. 10-11 am. Recommended for ages 5 & under. Rolando Room, The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, 6845 University Ave., San Diego. Details at www.sd.kroccenter.org.

wednesday | 17 Sketch Aquarium. This new installation at The New Children’s Museum lets visitors design a sea creature, scan it and watch it swimming and interacting within minutes in the 20’ x 10’ wallsized digital aquarium. Open daily; visit website for hours. $13; under 1 free. 200 West Island Ave., downtown San Diego. www.thinkplaycreate.org.

thursday | 18 FREE San Diego Youth Symphony & Conservatory’s Chamber Music Recitals. Tonight, tomorrow & May 25, 6:30 pm. University Christian Church, 3900 Cleveland Ave., San Diego. www.sdys.org.

friday | 19 “Shrek the Musical.” The story of everyone’s favorite ogre comes to life on stage in CYT San Diego’s must-see production. Tonight & May 26, 7 pm; tomorrow, 2 pm; May 21, 4

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sunday | 21 FREE Escondido Grand Avenue Festival. More than 500 vendors, multicultural cuisine and live entertainment. 9 am-5 pm. Downtown Escondido. www.kennedyfaires.com.

Friendship Walk & Israel Fest. Join this annual walk that raises funds for children with special needs in San Diego. After the walk, stay for family activities and entertainment. 12:30-6:30 pm. $20; no registration fee if you register online before May 7. Free admission to festival. San Diego Jewish Academy, 11860 Carmel Creek Rd., San Diego. www.friendshipwalksd.com. FREE Crown Cove Open House & Expo. This event serves to increase public knowledge of boating safety and present outdoor aquatic and recreational programs and activities. Explore boating laws and navigation, learn how to be safe in and around the water, and enjoy paddling, surfing, sailing and more. 11 am-3 pm. Crown Cove Aquatic Center, 5000 Hwy. 75, Coronado. www.swccd.edu/crowncove. Navy’s Bay Bridge Run/Walk. Take this panoramic, four-mile course from downtown San Diego, across the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge and into Coronado’s Tidelands Park where a post-race party awaits. 8 am-1 pm. Proceeds benefit Navy Morale, Welfare & Recreation programs for military families. For fees and to register, go to www.navylifesw.com/bridgerun.

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thursday | 25 LEGO “STAR WARS: The Force Awakens” Miniland Model Display. View the newest model display in the center of LEGO STAR WARS Miniland featuring iconic scenes from Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens. Visit website for park hours. $89-$95. LEGOLAND California Resort, Carlsbad. www.legoland.com. FREE San Diego Youth Symphony & Conservatory’s Chamber Music Recitals. See May 18.

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saturday | 27 FREE Fiesta Botanica: Celebrating Balboa Park’s Plants & Gardens. Revel in the beauty of springtime amid the region’s most spectacular historical gardens at this festival highlighting the Fiesta Botanica Wagon Parade (along El Prado), horticultural-themed exhibits and demonstrations, tours of the park’s historic gardens, butterfly releases, live entertainment and fun for the kiddos. 10 am-3 pm. www.balboaparkconservancy.org/botanica. Legacy Week. The USS Midway Museum’s Memorial Day celebration offers lots of events and activities including tonight’s Freedom Concert featuring Lifehouse. Today until May 29; visit website for complete schedule. 910 N. Harbor Dr., downtown San Diego. www.midway.org.

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sunday | 28 FREE Vista Strawberry Festival. Celebrate this juicy red berry at Vista’s annual festival that boasts more than 300 vendors, themed contests, live entertainment, carnival rides and more. 8 am-6 pm. Downtown Historic Vista. www.vistastrawberryfestival.com. FREE Fallbrook Vintage Car Show. Hundreds of cars plus music, jump houses and slides, food and more. 9:30 am-4 pm. Pala Mesa Resort, 2001 Old Hwy. 395. www.fallbrookvintageclub.org. FREE Ethnic Food Fair. The House of Pacific Relations presents this annual event where you can sample culinary delights from various countries and watch colorful cultural performances. 11 am-5 pm. HPR Cottages, Balboa Park. www.sdhpr.org. Grunion Run. See May 13.

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