May 2008 Calender of Events

5/1 - 5/10
Mother-Daughter Teas:
Indulge the women in your family with afternoon tea served in grand style at the Westgate Hotel.
For more info 619-238-1818 or www.westgatehotel.com

5/1 - 5/11
Manzanita High Mountain Rendezvous:
Step back in time and visit a mountain encampment in Santa Ysabel. Demonstrations of primitrive skills, tomahawk and knife throwing, target shooting and archery.
For more info 760-745-2927 or visit www.homestead.com

5/2 - 5/5
Red Bull Air Race:
Flying the most lightweight and agile, fastest planes available, the expertly-skilled pilot contestants navigate an airborne obstacle course while performing aerial tricks and achieving speeds of 400 kilometers per hour over San Diego Bay.
For more info www.redbullairrace.com

5/3
Fleet Week Sea and Air Parade:
The flagship event of San Diego's salute to the military. Your U.S. Navy will parade various types of ships and aircraft in San Diego Bay.
For more info www.fleetweeksandiego.org

5/3
Encinitas Garden Festival and Tour:
An all-day celebration of community, gardening, and the horticultural heritage of Encinitas. Kicks off at the Olivehain Town Hall.
For more info 760-753-8615 or www.encinitasgardenfestival.org

5/3 - 5/5
Cinco de Mayo Celebration:
Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo in historic Old Town San Diego. Festivities include mariachi, troubadour and folkloric dance; "Cindo de Mayo" crafts, and demos.
For more info 619-296-3161

5/4
Carlsbad Village Faire:
The largest one-day street fair in California, features 800+ exhibitors, international foods, live entertainment and children's rides. On Grand Avenue, one block north of Carlsbad Village Drive.
For more info 760-945-9288 or visit www.kennedyfaires.com

5/4 - 5/16
Restaurant Week:
For 13 nights, enjoy a 3-course meal for one set price at participating restaurants in Downtown Escondido. The food is great and service is first class.
For more info www.downtownescondido.com/restaurants.html

5/5
Cinco de Mayo in Oceanside:
Celebrating the Latino heritage with live entertainment, food, festivities and more at the Oceanside Pier Amphitheatre. Free.
For more info 760-761-1140

5/5 - 5/10
Fashion Week in Escondido:
A week full of fun activities that celebrate the art of fashion. Designers like Ricky Lizalde and Susanti showcase their latest fashions.
For more info 760-745-8877 or www.fashionweekdowntown.com/index.html

5/10
26th Annual Bid for Kids Extravaganza:
The Rancho Bernardo Inn will host a Casino Night Charity Auction benefitting Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego. Event includes dinner and entertainment.
Info 866-739-6884 or www.sdyouth.org/bidofkids.htm

5/10
Chocolate Festival:
The Quail Botanical Gardens is celebrating Mother's Day with chocolate! Delectable chocolate tastings, demos, a chocolate fountain and more. Kids activities and Mother's Day gifts.
For more info www.qbgardens.org

5/10
KSON Country Fest North:
The Oceanside Pier Amphitheatre will host a family oriented country music event with artists playing live on stage, dancing and food.
For more info 619-291-9797 or www.ci.oceanside.com.ca.us or www.kson.com

5/10 - 5/11
Spring Busker Festival:
Downtown's Seaport Village will come alive when one-of-a-kind street performers take to the cobblestone streets for a grueling battle of entertainment and awe.
For more info 619-235-4014 or www.seaportvillage.com

5/10 - 5/11
Mother's Day Garden Tour:
The San Dieguito Art Guild in Encinitas, will feature a self guided tour of five homes.
For more info 760-805-0434 or visit www.offtrackgallery.com

5/10 - 5/11
Spring Art & Craft Fair:
The Bernardo Winery in Rancho Bernardo hosts the largest winery event of the year featuring over 125 artisans.
For more info 858-487-1866 or visit www.bernardowinery.net

5/10 - 5/17
Mother's Day Sleepover at the Zoo:
Join us for our popular ladies-only Mother's Day Sleepover at the Zoo. Guests receive a special souvenir tote bag.
For more info 800-407-9534 or visit www.sandiegozoo.org

5/11
Antiques on Mission:
An antique show, featuring antiques, collectibles, fine art, entertainment, food and on-site appraiser. On Mission Avenue in Oceanside.
For more info 760-967-2005 or visit www.ci.oceanside.ca.us

5/11
Old Escondido Mother's Day Home Tour:
Five historic homes in the Old Escondido Historic District will be open on Mother's Day.
For more info 760-802-3318 or visit www.oldescondido.org

5/11
Wilson Creek Winery Mother's Day Luncheon:
Celebrate Mother's Day with a buffet luncheon at the Wilson Creek Winery's new Creekside Grille.
For more info 951-699-9463 or www.wilsoncreekwinery.com

5/12 - 5/18
US Tennis National Championships:
The Senior Hard Court Championships return to the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club. Competition is slated for Women's 50's and 90's and also for Senior Men's Invitational.
For more info call 858-551-4616 or visit www.tennislink.usta.com/tournaments/tournamenthome

5/17
Wine, Blues & Brews 2008:
The Escondido California Center for the Performing Arts hosts an event that benefits local and international charities. Five bands on two stages, dancing, and a silent auction.
For more info call 800-249-2024 or visit www.bonsallrotary.com/events.html

5/17
7th Annual Operation Appreciation:
Oceanside Pier Amphitheatre will be having their 7th Annual Operation Appreciation. Come and say 'Thank you' to our active duty military and their families. There will be live entertainment, a special children's area, and static military displays.
For more info 760-722-1534

5/18
Escondido Street Faire:
The second largest street fair in California featuring live entertainment and arts & crafts, a farmers market and international foods. Takes place on Grand Avenue between Centre City and Ivy.
For more info 760-745-2125 or visit www.ci.escondido.ca.us/events/faire/index.html

5/31
20th Annual Deep Pit BBQ:
Get ready for fun and games, good food, music and dancing while enjoying the warm companionship of friends old and new at the new museum site at 450 Quail Gardens Drive. There will be a silent auction, country store and bake sale. Food, drink & beer.
For more info 760-632-9711 or visit www.sdheritage.org

5/31
Encinitas Wine Festival:
Enjoy a evening strolling along the garden trails viewing the native habitat and over 4,000 different species of plants at Quail Botanical Gardens. Sample fine wines and local restaurants dishes and desserts. Silent auction.
For more info 760-753-7343 or visit www.encinitaswinefestival.com

5/31 - 6/1
Ramona Air Show:
Planes, planes and more planes! Displays, demonstrations, aerial shows and more! Don't miss this family fun event.
For info 760-788-3366 or visit www.ramonaairshow.com

Ongoing Events:

Beginning 5/24
Summer Concerts in the Park:
Enjoy great music for the whole family at the beautiful Wood House in San Marcos Park. Held on the 4th Saturday of each month at 7:30pm. Bring chairs or blankets.
For more info 760-744-9000 or visit www.san-marcos.net

Thru 5/7
Flower Fields Ranunculus Tours:
The flower fields at Carlsbad Ranch blossom into a spectacular sea of brightly colored ranunculus flowers. Visitors can view and tour the fields daily.
For more info 760-431-0352 or visit www.theflowerfields.com

Thru 5/18
Summer Nights at SeaWorld:
SeaWorld features extended park hours, fireworks, live music and special nighttime shows.
For more info 800-257-4268 or visit www.seaworld.com

Thru 9/1
Birch Aquarium Green Flash Concerts:
Enjoy live music in the outdoor tide pool plaza overlooking the ocean! Hot bands, delicious food and drinks.
For more info 858-534-4109

Thru 9/26
Cruisin' Grand in Escondido:
Relive "American Graffiti" in a family setting along downtown's quaint Grand Avenue. View the parade of pre-1970 vintage cars as they cruise along every Friday evening.
For more info www.downtownescondido.com/crusin.html

Please call to confirm all times, as they are subject to change without notice.