We hope everyone has a safe and happy New Year!
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Winter Break Tips
Posted by Larimer Associates on 10:04 AM
Do you have kids coming home from Winter Break Make sure to have them read this blog so they know about some changes that might happen while they are home.I was extremely excited to go home for winter break last year. Quality time with the family, no schoolwork, and holiday festivities were just a few of the things I was looking forward to.
What I didn't expect were the changes I would have to make to my lifestyle now that I was back living at home instead of in an apartment.
1. Money: When you were in high school, your parents may have footed the bill for things like gas, shopping, or eating out. Now that you're in college, your parents may be expecting you to pay for more of your personal expenses or to limit what you spend on nonessentials.
Being home for the holidays is great for a free meal or Target run here and there, but try not to take advantage of your parents—or their wallets.
2. Cars: Did your sibling inherit your car when you went away to school? This can create animosity when you're home for breaks, especially if both siblings have a fairly active social life.
Lay down some ground rules about who gets the car and when, and what will happen if both parties have a function at the same time.
3. Conduct: Certain habits that you may have picked up in college—such as messes, late night pizza orders, and use of profanity—simply won't fly now that you're home.
Keep in mind the company you're in now that you're home for break. Parents and younger siblings may not appreciate your inability to do laundry or stories about your college adventures. Keep this in mind before you pawn off your dirty clothes on Mom or dish to Dad about your craziest weekend of the semester.
For more information see USA Today.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
San Diego Start Up Founder Gets National Attention
Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:22 AM
A survivor of reality television from San Diego will attend a real estate conference with elite members of the start up community. Bill Lyons was a participate in ABC's Shark Tank. This show included founders of start ups trying to get funding for their idea or business. He did not make the finals, but his experience has led to his invitation to the Real Estate Connect contract.Bill Lyons, a San Diego entrepreneur and recent reality TV survivor, will be part of a national real estate conference that will feature folks like the founder of Craigslist and the president and CEO of CitiMortgage.
Lyons, of Mission Hills, survived a swim in ABC's "Shark Tank" -- where aspiring start-up founders and inventors pitch their ideas and either get chewed out or funded. He didn't get funding, but it appears that experience hasn't stopped his business momentum. Lyons will join eight other young innovators at Real Estate Connect, a semi-annual get-together put on by leading industry publication Inman.
Lyons' start-up is Revestor, which promises to help investors find the best property deals with the highest returns. He describes it as a Zillow or Trulia for investors. Inman says Revestor and other companies featured in the panel are among the most promising start-ups that are using technology to make real estate deals easier, saving time and effort for not only real estate agents but also consumers.
"They're seamlessly synching your contacts, empowering you to create floor plans with your iPad, and giving neighborhoods letter grades based on local feedback, amenities and crime stats," Inman says.
The young entrepreneurs panel is just one of several events scheduled for Real Estate Connect, which runs from Jan. 16-18 in New York City.
For more information see UT San Diego.
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Time to Get Up
Posted by Larimer Associates on 10:41 AM
It is getting darker earlier, and now it is even harder to get out of bed. It is so tempting to just hit the snooze button as many times as possibly until your a half hour late for work. If you are having the same winter wake up troubles as us, keep reading to find out some tips on tricks on ways to wake up.
Now that winter's here, my reluctance to get out of bed in the morning has mounted exponentially. It's much easier to snuggle deep into the covers when my alarm goes off, and I'm constantly oversleeping when I know that I should get up. In an attempt to curb this bad habit, I've compiled some tips for making waking up a bit more manageable.
• Have a drink. Drinking water as soon as you wake up will help stimulate the body and help you stay awake. I always keep a glass of water on the nightstand, ready for that morning sip.
• Program the coffee maker. Relatedly, programming the coffee maker to go off so that coffee is ready for me in the morning is a big help. The sound of the grinding and the scent of the coffee are big pick-me-ups. If it's still too tough to rouse yourself for a cup, put the pot near your bed. There's nothing wrong with having a bit coffee in bed as long as you actually wake up to drink it and refuse the impulse to linger there for hours.
• Drink something before you sleep. By the time your alarm goes off, you will probably have to use the bathroom and won't be able to go back to sleep comfortably.
• Don't allow yourself to reason with yourself. This is probably my biggest wake-up mistake. I resolve the night before to wake up early, but of course, my groggy 6 a.m. brain tells me that it's better for me to get enough sleep or that the world will wait if I rest for five more minutes (which inevitably turns into forty-five). You can convince yourself of a hundred different reasons to stay in bed when you're still tired, even if it's not really the best course of action. Try to shut off all that "logic" and force yourself to make getting out of bed a physical, automatic routine. Train yourself to respond immediately to the alarm without relying on conscious willpower. This article suggests using daytime exercises to instill the habit of getting up right away.
• Have something to look forward to. It's much easier to get out of bed when you focus on something you actually want to do instead of on the drudgery of what you must do. Try setting aside a few minutes in the morning for a ritual that will help you look forward to waking up. Maybe it's coffee in bed, the time to flip through a design magazine, or a shower with a special soap. Or, if there's nothing ritualistic that strikes your fancy, try to think of a getting-up reward the night before. Maybe you want to read another chapter in that book you can't put down, or perhaps you want to treat yourself to a fancier-than-usual breakfast. Whatever it may be, try to give yourself something that will help you start the day right.
• If you wake up before your alarm goes off, get out of bed. If you go back to sleep or wait for the alarm, chances are, you'll feel drowsier. Follow your natural sleep cycles, seize the day, and embrace those extra minutes if your body tells you it's time to get up.
• Do something active. You may not have the time or energy for a full-blown exercise routine every morning, but get your body moving somehow. Bop around a bit more than usual while you get ready in the morning or add a few minutes of jogging in place to the routine. I take three minutes to dance to whatever pop tune is striking my fancy. (Today's was particularly good.) If you can't even muster the energy to get out of bed, just force yourself to wiggle around under the covers or tense and un-tense your muscles several times to get your body in gear.
• Take a shower as soon as you get out of bed. The water and change in temperature will get your circulation going. I also recommend a shower gel with mint or some other invigorating scent to help make you more alert. I've also heard of keeping a peppermint or lemon by your bedside to help facilitate the wake-up process through aromatherapy.
• Remind yourself of what you have to do. Fixing these things in your mind at night might make it harder to relax and get to sleep, so it can be helpful, both as nighttime catharsis and morning wake-up, to note your to-do list on a small whiteboard or a piece of paper kept on the nightstand. It will help you feel at night like you have those things handled, or at least noted, for the following day, and it will give you more reason to get up in the morning.
• If none of this works, there's the obvious tip of setting the alarm clock across the room.
For more information see Apartment Therapy.
Now that winter's here, my reluctance to get out of bed in the morning has mounted exponentially. It's much easier to snuggle deep into the covers when my alarm goes off, and I'm constantly oversleeping when I know that I should get up. In an attempt to curb this bad habit, I've compiled some tips for making waking up a bit more manageable. • Have a drink. Drinking water as soon as you wake up will help stimulate the body and help you stay awake. I always keep a glass of water on the nightstand, ready for that morning sip.
• Program the coffee maker. Relatedly, programming the coffee maker to go off so that coffee is ready for me in the morning is a big help. The sound of the grinding and the scent of the coffee are big pick-me-ups. If it's still too tough to rouse yourself for a cup, put the pot near your bed. There's nothing wrong with having a bit coffee in bed as long as you actually wake up to drink it and refuse the impulse to linger there for hours.
• Drink something before you sleep. By the time your alarm goes off, you will probably have to use the bathroom and won't be able to go back to sleep comfortably.
• Don't allow yourself to reason with yourself. This is probably my biggest wake-up mistake. I resolve the night before to wake up early, but of course, my groggy 6 a.m. brain tells me that it's better for me to get enough sleep or that the world will wait if I rest for five more minutes (which inevitably turns into forty-five). You can convince yourself of a hundred different reasons to stay in bed when you're still tired, even if it's not really the best course of action. Try to shut off all that "logic" and force yourself to make getting out of bed a physical, automatic routine. Train yourself to respond immediately to the alarm without relying on conscious willpower. This article suggests using daytime exercises to instill the habit of getting up right away.
• Have something to look forward to. It's much easier to get out of bed when you focus on something you actually want to do instead of on the drudgery of what you must do. Try setting aside a few minutes in the morning for a ritual that will help you look forward to waking up. Maybe it's coffee in bed, the time to flip through a design magazine, or a shower with a special soap. Or, if there's nothing ritualistic that strikes your fancy, try to think of a getting-up reward the night before. Maybe you want to read another chapter in that book you can't put down, or perhaps you want to treat yourself to a fancier-than-usual breakfast. Whatever it may be, try to give yourself something that will help you start the day right.
• If you wake up before your alarm goes off, get out of bed. If you go back to sleep or wait for the alarm, chances are, you'll feel drowsier. Follow your natural sleep cycles, seize the day, and embrace those extra minutes if your body tells you it's time to get up.
• Do something active. You may not have the time or energy for a full-blown exercise routine every morning, but get your body moving somehow. Bop around a bit more than usual while you get ready in the morning or add a few minutes of jogging in place to the routine. I take three minutes to dance to whatever pop tune is striking my fancy. (Today's was particularly good.) If you can't even muster the energy to get out of bed, just force yourself to wiggle around under the covers or tense and un-tense your muscles several times to get your body in gear.
• Take a shower as soon as you get out of bed. The water and change in temperature will get your circulation going. I also recommend a shower gel with mint or some other invigorating scent to help make you more alert. I've also heard of keeping a peppermint or lemon by your bedside to help facilitate the wake-up process through aromatherapy.
• Remind yourself of what you have to do. Fixing these things in your mind at night might make it harder to relax and get to sleep, so it can be helpful, both as nighttime catharsis and morning wake-up, to note your to-do list on a small whiteboard or a piece of paper kept on the nightstand. It will help you feel at night like you have those things handled, or at least noted, for the following day, and it will give you more reason to get up in the morning.
• If none of this works, there's the obvious tip of setting the alarm clock across the room.
For more information see Apartment Therapy.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Holidays in San Diego
Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:39 AM
It is the Holiday season and everyone is looking for activities to do
with their families throughout the month. Here are some great events
that are happening all around San Diego this Holiday Season. There are
Christmas Lights, Ice Skating, and even Nutcracker Performances.
December Nights in Balboa Park
Traditionally, the holiday season kicks off with a grand celebration in Balboa Park. Balboa Park December Nights is a two-day gift to the community that brings out the holiday spirit in all, this year taking place December 7 and 8, 2012. The beloved San Diego event features sparkling lights, theatrical and musical entertainment, and exotic Food/Spirits throughout the Park.North Park Toyland Parade
Unwrap some magic this holiday season and take in the festive fun at the Annual North Park Toyland Parade & Holiday Fair, Saturday, November 29, 2012, starting at 11 a.m. Following the parade is the North ark Holiday Festival from noon to 3 p.m.See Neighborhood Christmas Lights
Who doesn't love to see Christmas lights? Several neighborhoods around town put on annual displays (competitions?), but none more venerable than Christmas Circle in Chula Vista, a tradition for over 46 years. People come from all over San Diego to see the wonderful displays. You'll find Christmas Circle between First and Second Avenues, just south of H. Street and I
Take in Jungle Bells at the San Diego Zoo
For a wild twist to holiday festivities, take in the Zoo's annual Jungle Bells celebration. Starting Saturday, Dec. 15 through January 6 2013, families can put a wild-animal twist on familiar holiday traditions during the Zoo's 2012 Jungle Bells celebration. The Zoo will stay open until 8 p.m. each night except Dec. 24 - when it will close at 5 p.m. What kind of exotic animal gets its wings every time a jungle bell rings? Find out for yourself this month at the Jungle Bells celebration, when the San Diego Zoo is transformed into a magical winter wonderland. You'll find a nightly tree-lighting ceremony, bell ringers filling the air with music, and lighted animal figures dotting the grounds. Dr. Zoolittle has an interactive "Night before Christmas" show, and you can make some new friends during "Animal Magic for the Holidays" critter presentations. Munch holiday specialties, take a "Candy Cane Lane Magical Journey," and experience even more seasonal cheer—Zoo style!Drive-Thru Christmas Lights
We San Diegans are notorious for using the drive-thru lanes, so why not to see Christmas lights at the Del Mar Fairgrounds' Holiday of Lights display? With more than 400 lighted and animated scenes, this 1.5-mile drive around the world-famous Del Mar Racetrack is sure to get everyone from ages 1 to 100 into the holiday spirit. With returning holiday favorites such as Toyland, Candy Cane Lane, Treasures by the Lake and Elves at Play, the 2012 holiday tradition continues with opening night on November 22 (Thanksgiving) and running through Tuesday, January 1, 2013 (closed on Mondays, November 26, December 3, and December 10).Ice Skate Outdoors
It's our own version of the Rockefeller Center ice rink - the downtown ice rink at Horton Square is a perfect holiday setting, nestled between Horton Plaza and the NBC 7/39 TV studios (can you see the Rockefeller Center parallels?). Beginning Nov. 15 through Jan. 6, 2013, bring the family downtown, in the evening, so you can bundle up in stocking caps and mittens, pretend you're in Rockefeller Center and skate away. It's only $14/$12 and proceeds benefit Children's Hospital. In addition, the Hotel del Coronado offers ice skating by-the-sea with an outdoor ice rink overlooking the ocean through Jan. 5. And Viejas Outlet Center boasts San Diego's largest outdoor ice skating rink.See Floating Christmas Lights on Parade
Now this is quintessential San Diego: the 2012 annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights. On Dec. 9 and 16, 2012, 5:30 - 9 p.m., see over 80 boats, all decked out in lighted glory, cruise a 7.5 mile route on San Diego Bay. This year's theme is a "Our 41st Anniversary, USS Santa Claus" and it promises to be better than ever. Best vantage points from the shore are along the Embarcadero, Seaport Village, Harbor Island and Coronado.Take in the Holiday Bowl Big Balloon Parade
Speaking of parades...the Bridgepoint Education Holiday Bowl Parade at 10 a.m. on Dec. 27, 2012 is known for one thing: balloons. Dubbed "America's Largest Balloon Parade," more than 30 giant balloons will float down the one-mile route along the Embarcadero, along with bands, drill teams and more. It's the precursor to the evening's main event: the Bridgepoint Education Holiday Bowl at Qualcomm Stadium, one of college footballs most exciting and successful bowl games. After the parade, hit the Family Festival at the Broadway Pier.Take in the Grinch
The Old Globe Theater production of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" has established itself as an annual holiday classic. The musical, directed by acclaimed director Jack O'Brien, brings to life the classic Dr. Seuss book with incredible sets and memorable performances. The 2012 production runs through Nov. 17 through Dec. 29.See Sugar Plum Fairies
Of course, what's Christmas without the Nutcracker? And there is no shortage of performances of this venerable classic. This year, San Diego Civic Youth Ballet is proud to present the premiere of a totally revised Nutcracker. Performances will be held at the Casa del Prado Theater in Balboa Park on December 9-22, 2012.For more events check out About.com
Monday, November 19, 2012
Happy Thanksgiving!
Posted by Larimer Associates on 8:42 AM
We hope everyone has a safe and Happy Thanksgiving! Spend some time
with your friends and family and remember everything in life that you
are thankful for.
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
San Diego Wine and Food Festival
Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:47 AM
Starting tomorrow is the San Diego Wine
and Food Festival. Make sure to check out San Diego's top chef's,
restaurants, and winemakers at this great festival.
Date: November 14 - 18, 2012
Price: $45 - $200
Price: $45 - $200
Annual San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival. Join over 9,000 fellow wine and food enthusiasts, along with winemakers, brewmasters, 70 of San Diego’s top chefs, gourmet food producers, authors, media personalities and celebrity chefs during this celebration of all things gourmet.
Held November 14-18, 2012, this week-long culinary celebration includes a series of wine tasting seminars, cooking classes, wine pairing dinners featuring the city’s top trendsetting chefs and restaurants, the Grand Tasting and $50,000 “Chef of the Fest” Competition, and Wine Spectator Celebrity Chef Luncheon and Big Bottle Auction.
This year's wine tasting seminars and cooking classes include “8 Decades of Barolo & Italian Luncheon,” a tasting experience of Barolo wines from eight decades of the 20th century expertly paired with Italian dishes by Chef Suzette Gresham and "Celebrating Julia: Past & Present," a tribute class for Julia Child, where celebrity chefs Katsuya Fukushima and RJ Cooper showcase a “then and now” comparative French tasting menu. In addition, The Food Network’s Hearty Boys return to the Festival with their class "Classic Cocktails & Salty Snacks" featuring recipes from their new book
The New Old Bar of finger friendly foods, salty snacks, and cocktails perfect for entertaining.
Don’t miss the action-packed week of festivities sure to please your inner foodie and wine lover!
For more information check out San Diego.
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Broadway Legend Comes to San Diego
Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:52 AM
The La Jolla Playhouse announces a special engagement of
Broadway superstar Ben Vereen as part of it’s Cabaret season. The performances will be in March
2013. The artist will present his
performing show “Steppin’ Out”.
La Jolla Playhouse
announces a special engagement of Steppin’ Out with Ben Vereen as part of
its cabaret series, running on Friday, March 29, 2013 at 8:00 pm, Saturday,
March 30 at 2:00 pm and 8:00 pm and Sunday, March 31 at 2:00 pm. The four
performances will take place in The Playhouse’s
specially-designed performance space in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre,
created by The
Playhouse’s scene shop artisans for the theatre’s 2011, 2012 and 2013
Galas.
Steppin’ Out with Ben Vereen has been
dazzling audiences around the world. The show highlights Mr. Vereen’s unique
artistry, combining a tribute to Broadway, Frank Sinatra and a
very special tribute to Sammy Davis Jr.
Featuring hit songs such as “Defying Gravity,” “Mr. Bojangles” and “Life is
Just a Bowl of Cherries,” Steppin’ Out with Ben Vereen is a
contemporary yet timeless journey. The New York Times dubbed him “an old-school
song and dance man who never lets up. He wins you over with his sheer energy,
good will and showbiz know-how.”
“If you’ve had the good fortune to see Ben Vereen on stage –
whether in Pippin, Jesus Christ Superstar, in concert or elsewhere – you know
what an electrifying performer he is,” said Playhouse Artistic Director http://broadwayworld.com/people/Christopher-Ashley/Christopher Ashley.
“Steppin’ Out with Ben
Vereen offers San Diegans the opportunity to experience this one-of-a-kind
entertainer in a uniquely personal way, as he takes the stage in our
specially-designed cabaret setting.”
The 2013 cabaret series will also feature
the previously-announced engagement of Chicago’s legendary sketch comedy
theatre, The Second City’s Laughing Matters Tour running March 20 – 23, 2013.
Tickets for Steppin’ Out with Ben Vereen and The
Second City are currently only available in a subscription package. Seating map
for the cabaret and additional ticketing details are available by calling (858)
550-1010 or online at www.LaJollaPlayhouse.org.
The nationally-acclaimed, Tony Award-winning La Jolla Playhouse is known for its tradition of creating the most exciting and adventurous new work in regional theatre. The Playhouse was founded in 1947 by Gregory Peck, Dorothy McGuire and Mel Ferrer, and is considered one of the most well-respected not-for-profit theatres in the country. Numerous Playhouse productions have moved to Broadway, including the currently running hits Jersey Boys, Peter and the Starcatcher and Chaplin: The Musical, as well as Memphis, Big River, The Who’s Tommy, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, A Walk in the Woods, Billy Crystal’s 700 Sundays, the Pulitzer Prize-winning I Am My Own Wife, Thoroughly Modern Millie, The Farnsworth Invention, 33 Variations and Bonnie & Clyde. Located on the UC San Diego campus, La Jolla Playhouse is made up of three primary performance spaces: the Mandell Weiss Theatre, the Mandell Weiss Forum Theatre and the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Center for La Jolla Playhouse, a state-of-the-Art Theatre complex which features the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre. La Jolla Playhouse is led by Artistic Director http://broadwayworld.com/people/Christopher-Ashley/Christopher Ashley and Managing Director Michael S. Rosenberg.
The nationally-acclaimed, Tony Award-winning La Jolla Playhouse is known for its tradition of creating the most exciting and adventurous new work in regional theatre. The Playhouse was founded in 1947 by Gregory Peck, Dorothy McGuire and Mel Ferrer, and is considered one of the most well-respected not-for-profit theatres in the country. Numerous Playhouse productions have moved to Broadway, including the currently running hits Jersey Boys, Peter and the Starcatcher and Chaplin: The Musical, as well as Memphis, Big River, The Who’s Tommy, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, A Walk in the Woods, Billy Crystal’s 700 Sundays, the Pulitzer Prize-winning I Am My Own Wife, Thoroughly Modern Millie, The Farnsworth Invention, 33 Variations and Bonnie & Clyde. Located on the UC San Diego campus, La Jolla Playhouse is made up of three primary performance spaces: the Mandell Weiss Theatre, the Mandell Weiss Forum Theatre and the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Center for La Jolla Playhouse, a state-of-the-Art Theatre complex which features the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre. La Jolla Playhouse is led by Artistic Director http://broadwayworld.com/people/Christopher-Ashley/Christopher Ashley and Managing Director Michael S. Rosenberg.
Ben Vereen is currently
touring his one man show, Steppin’ Out with Ben Vereen, dazzling
audiences throughout the United States, Europe, Australia and Abu Dhabi. Ben’s
show is a unique blend of artistry, combining a tribute to Broadway, Frank Sinatra, and a
very special tribute to Sammy Davis Jr.
Featuring hit songs such as “Defying Gravity,” “Mr. Bojangles,” “My Way” and
“Life is Just a Bowl of Cherries,” Steppin’ Out with Ben Vereen is a
contemporary and timeless journey. Ben headlines performing arts centers and
symphonies, with either a quartet or as many as 60 musicians accompanying him.
Each performance is filled with song and dance, stories of his life, a great
deal of humor and always, multiple standing ovations.
A Tony Award winner for his renowned
performance in Bob Fosse’s
Pippin, Ben has gone on to solidify his place among Broadway royalty, with
starring roles in such Broadway productions as Wicked, Fosse, Chicago, Jesus
Christ Superstar, Hair, Jelly’s Last Jam, Grind, A Christmas Carol and I’m Not
Rappaport. He starred in the new play Fetch Clay, Make Man, directed by Jersey
Boys director Des McAnuff.
A legend of the stage and screen, Ben is
best known for his iconic role as Chicken George in the groundbreaking
television miniseries Roots. Ben guest starred on the television shows How I
Met Your Mother, Grey’s Anatomy (Prism Award), Tyler Perry's House of
Payne, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, and co-starred in the Emmy-nominated
made-for-TV-movie, An Accidental Friendship, for which he earned a NAACP
nomination. Ben is also a well known speaker, lecturing across the country on
topics as diverse as Overcoming Adversity, African-American History, Physical
and Occupational Therapy and Ben’s Broadway Lecture with Song. In addition, Ben
continues to be the spokesman for the leading pharmaceutical company Sanofi
U.S., spearheading a proactive and preventive campaign for those living with
diabetes. Ben’s new CD Steppin’ Out Live with Ben Vereen is available
on iTunes, Amazon.com, and wherever and whenever Ben is performing his concerts
and personal appearances.
On January 30th, 2012, Ben was inducted in
to The Theatre Hall of Fame. Ben performed for 100,000 people at the Washington
Monument on July 4th, 2012 and on August 11, Ben was inducted into the Dance
Hall of Fame. In March of 2013, Ben will receive his honorary degree from the
LaGuardia High School of Performing Arts.
For
more information see Broadway.com
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Happy Halloween!
Posted by Larimer Associates on 10:38 AM
Have a safe and happy Halloween this year! We hope everyone has a great time with their family.
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Gaslamp Halloween
Posted by Larimer Associates on 10:11 AM
What
are you doing this weekend? Come to Gaslamp for a haunted adventure
into The Haunted Hotel. This famous haunted house is not recommended
for children under ten and those with heart conditions. Keep reading to
find out more details on the spooky attraction!
The Gaslamp is thrilled to provide many a spine tingling experience! Each year we encourage you to be brave and take on that dare to visit our The Haunted Hotel!! This deep & creepy Gaslamp Quarter basement
has been drawing crowds for almost 20 years and the team are now
experts in inventing a good haunting. They’re prepared to bring back
another terrifying tour for you each new season. Realistic Hollywood
props, seasoned actors and stunning visual effects make for a chilling tour.
Not advisable for children under ten or those with heart conditions but
you can be confident their actors won't grab you! They open for
varied hours throughout the Halloween Season, mostly Weds thru Sun. They
welcome all brave customers and will set your team up with group
packages if you call in advance. They
sell tickets at the local Walk-up Window but you can save time in line
by purchasing your tickets online, in advance. Once you descend into the
Haunted Hotel be prepared for nearly 20 minutes of terror!. Look for
detailed info on their website about great package deals and places to
pick up discount coupons.
Monster Bash and The Haunted Hotel are both annual activities. You'll be sure to find a ton of additional activities and costume contests at our many bars, nightclubs and taverns. We have more than 150 hotspots nearby. You'll find wicked nightclub, insane dance clubs, laid back lounges and just about everything you can imagine in between.
For more information check out Gaslamp Halloween.
The Gaslamp is thrilled to provide many a spine tingling experience! Each year we encourage you to be brave and take on that dare to visit our The Haunted Hotel!! This deep & creepy Gaslamp Quarter basement
has been drawing crowds for almost 20 years and the team are now
experts in inventing a good haunting. They’re prepared to bring back
another terrifying tour for you each new season. Realistic Hollywood
props, seasoned actors and stunning visual effects make for a chilling tour.
Not advisable for children under ten or those with heart conditions but
you can be confident their actors won't grab you! They open for
varied hours throughout the Halloween Season, mostly Weds thru Sun. They
welcome all brave customers and will set your team up with group
packages if you call in advance. They
sell tickets at the local Walk-up Window but you can save time in line
by purchasing your tickets online, in advance. Once you descend into the
Haunted Hotel be prepared for nearly 20 minutes of terror!. Look for
detailed info on their website about great package deals and places to
pick up discount coupons.Monster Bash and The Haunted Hotel are both annual activities. You'll be sure to find a ton of additional activities and costume contests at our many bars, nightclubs and taverns. We have more than 150 hotspots nearby. You'll find wicked nightclub, insane dance clubs, laid back lounges and just about everything you can imagine in between.
For more information check out Gaslamp Halloween.
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Seaport Village: Local's Appreciation Week
Posted by Larimer Associates on 11:00 AM
Seaport Village is offering a Local's Appreciation Week from October 22nd-27th. You can get deals at all your favorite shops and restaurants. Keep reading to find out more details and what deals will be offered.
A week of deals and events leading up to the Halloween celebration will honor San Diego locals from October 22-27.
Locals Appreciation Week will precede the Halloween celebration with outstanding deals from Seaport Village’s shops and restaurants to say “thank you” to San Diegans and welcome them back after the busy tourist season. Locals must show valid California ID or SDG&E bill to redeem the discounts and gifts.
“We are so very grateful for all the locals who visit us year-round and share Seaport Village with their guests,” said Terry Hall, Seaport Village General Manager. “The least we can do is take a week to thank them with great deals and fun events leading up to Halloween."
Deals can be found here- http://
For more information see Seaport Village.
A week of deals and events leading up to the Halloween celebration will honor San Diego locals from October 22-27. Locals Appreciation Week will precede the Halloween celebration with outstanding deals from Seaport Village’s shops and restaurants to say “thank you” to San Diegans and welcome them back after the busy tourist season. Locals must show valid California ID or SDG&E bill to redeem the discounts and gifts.
“We are so very grateful for all the locals who visit us year-round and share Seaport Village with their guests,” said Terry Hall, Seaport Village General Manager. “The least we can do is take a week to thank them with great deals and fun events leading up to Halloween."
Deals can be found here- http://
For more information see Seaport Village.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Things to Do in San Diego this Weekend
Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:31 AM
It is going to be a beautiful weekend in San Diego. There is something for everyone this weekend including food events to an air show. Make sure to check them out to see what you want to do with your family.
On Thursday, October 11, head downtown to celebrate the 13th Annual
Taste of Downtown from 5:00 to 9:00 PM It is the biggest neighborhood
tasting event in San Diego and encompasses the neighborhoods of East
Village, Gaslamp, the Financial District and Horton Plaza. Tickets are
$30 in advance and $35 the day of the event.
Car enthusiasts will be flocking to the Gaslamp Quarter on 5th Avenue
from E Street to L Street on Sunday, October 14th from 11:00 AM to 4:00
PM for the 4th Annual Fifth Avenue Auto Showcase. This timeless event
is free and open to the public and will showcase high-performance
automobiles and motorcycles ranging from the traditional classics to
lavish luxury modern vehicles.
Nearly 500,000 people are expected to witness the MCAS Miramar Air
Show this weekend, October 12-14. Visitors will be treated to a full day
of flying and entertainment as well as novelty booths, a children’s
activity area, military displays, a trade show and more!
In its 18th year, the Little Italy neighborhood continues to
celebrate its heritage by bringing the passion, vibrancy and flavors of
Italy to southern California with its yearly treasured event, the Little
Italy FESTA! More than 150 vendors, three stages of entertainment,
Gesso Italiano (Italian Chalk), an Italian motorsport show, a Stickball
exhibition game, and a children’s area will encompass more than 16
blocks of event activities at this family friendly event.
The largest art glass show in Southern California will be held in the historic courtyard of the Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park. Visitors can stroll through the free exhibit and see over 30 juried glass artists display their work Saturday and Sunday, October 13-14 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Be sure to also visit the demonstration booth where children and adults can participate in hands on mosaic projects.
For more information see San Diego.
1. Taste of Downtown
All of downtown including the Gaslamp Quarter will come alive for this year’s Taste of Downtown
2. 5th Avenue Auto Showcase
Classic Cadillacs and more at the 5th Avenue Auto Showcase
3. Miramar Air Show
The Blue Angels to soar over San Diego!
4. Little Italy Festa!
Chalk art, Music and More at Little Italy Festa!
5. Art Glass Guild Show and Sale
The largest art glass show in Southern California will be held in the historic courtyard of the Spanish Village Art Center in Balboa Park. Visitors can stroll through the free exhibit and see over 30 juried glass artists display their work Saturday and Sunday, October 13-14 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Be sure to also visit the demonstration booth where children and adults can participate in hands on mosaic projects.
For more information see San Diego.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Chargers Start Military Fan Club
Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:52 AM
The Chargers will be starting a military fan club for San Diego. Fans
can pay fifty dollars a year to receive many benefits including
discounts and merchandise. A portion of the proceeds will go the Armed
Services YMCA. This is a great way to support our troops and our
favorite football team.
The San Diego Chargers were expected to launch a military fan club today — a first in the NFL — in conjunction with AT&T and the Armed Services YMCA.
All Chargers fans can enroll themselves in the so-called Bolts for
the Brave club for $49.99 a year, according to the team’s website.
In exchange, club members will receive a personalized membership certificate and welcome letter, a Bolts for the Brave “camo” ball cap, Bolts for the Brave velcro patch, Bolts for the Brave dog tags and a 15 percent discount at the Chargers Team Store located at Qualcomm Stadium.
A portion of the money raised from club memberships will benefit the Armed Services YMCA.
For more information, visit www.boltsforthebrave.worldwidefanclubs.com.
Read more about this story at SWRNN.
The San Diego Chargers were expected to launch a military fan club today — a first in the NFL — in conjunction with AT&T and the Armed Services YMCA.
In exchange, club members will receive a personalized membership certificate and welcome letter, a Bolts for the Brave “camo” ball cap, Bolts for the Brave velcro patch, Bolts for the Brave dog tags and a 15 percent discount at the Chargers Team Store located at Qualcomm Stadium.
A portion of the money raised from club memberships will benefit the Armed Services YMCA.
For more information, visit www.boltsforthebrave.worldwidefanclubs.com.
Read more about this story at SWRNN.
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Fun Family Outings
Posted by Larimer Associates on 8:49 AM
On October 13th at 9am, make your way to
Wild Willow Farm for their 5k and Chili Brew Fest. There will a cook
off, home brew competition, live music, kids activities, and of course
the 5k. This is a great event for all ages with activities that your
whole family can enjoy.
The smell of
chili wafts through the air. A craft brew is waiting to wash it down.
You are wandering the grounds of a San Diego farm to the sound of
bluegrass on a clear October day…
The premier Wild Willow Farm 5K & Chili Brew Fest unfolds Saturday, Oct. 13, at 9 a.m. This harvest season celebration features a chili cook-off and homebrew competition, plus a 5K trail run/walk. Live bluegrass music, farm tours, garden workshops and kid-approved farm fun add up to a great fall day with options for everyone. Get to know this San Diego Roots sustainable farm and education center. Funds raised at the event will help keep the efforts of Wild Willow up and running.
For more information about how you can participate in the Chili Cook-Off, Homebrew Competition, or Wild Willow Farm 5k or to volunteer, go to http://sandyfeetevents.com/wild-willow-farm-5k/.
The premier Wild Willow Farm 5K & Chili Brew Fest unfolds Saturday, Oct. 13, at 9 a.m. This harvest season celebration features a chili cook-off and homebrew competition, plus a 5K trail run/walk. Live bluegrass music, farm tours, garden workshops and kid-approved farm fun add up to a great fall day with options for everyone. Get to know this San Diego Roots sustainable farm and education center. Funds raised at the event will help keep the efforts of Wild Willow up and running.
For more information about how you can participate in the Chili Cook-Off, Homebrew Competition, or Wild Willow Farm 5k or to volunteer, go to http://sandyfeetevents.com/wild-willow-farm-5k/.
For more information see 10News.
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Fall Decorating on a Dime
Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:46 AM
Even if it is still warm outside, changing over to fall decorations can help you get in the mood for the season. Here are some great affordable ways to change over your summer decorations without spending and arm and a leg.
1. Switch out bed linens. As soon as the nighttime temperatures cooperate, ditch the summery coverlet for a heavier comforter or duvet. It's also a good time to turn your mattress, wash or replace any pillows that need it, and get your bed ready for snuggling down in colder weather. To save a few bucks, pick some cozy fall-hued fabrics, and make your own duvet! See our tips for more information: Tips for Sewing Your Own Duvet.
2. Consider switching out wall art. If you're like me and love to constantly rearrange artwork on your walls, make this a good time to try something new. I have lots of light, summery prints and illustrations that I'll trade out for a wall hanging--I have lots of quilts my grandmother made that would be perfect hanging over my mantle for the fall season. For a neat quilt-hanging idea, see How To: Hang a Quilt Artistically.
3. Add some candles--especially the fall-scented kind! Nothing says cozy like the glow and flicker of a flame; and for me, nothing says fall like apple pie and pumpkin scented candles in my living room and kitchen. It's an easy — and cheap — way to celebrate the scents of the season; I always pick out 5 or 6 little candles to kick off the first cool afternoon. Rather go a more DIY route? Check out 5 Simmer Pot Recipes To Make Your Home Smell Like Fall.
4. Rethink your throws and pillows for the sofa. I like to use some of my old quilts on the couch this time of year, and I'm also thinking about covering some of my throw pillows--maybe that worn out pair of corduroy pants would make a fantastic pillow cover! See How To: Sew an Envelope-Back Pillow Cover for ideas on making your own covers.
5. Ready your fireplace. If you use your wood-burning fireplace, give it a good clean and arrange some logs and kindling nearby. Or if you're like me, and have an unusable fireplace, give it a little glow of its own. Last year I arranged pumpkins and white lights; birch logs would also be nice! If you've also got a sealed-up fireplace, get some ideas with this post on Sprucing Up An Unused Fireplace.
6. Prepare doorways with a mud tray for boots. When the wet weather strikes — along with mud and lots of leaf litter — you'll be grateful you did! Here are seven boot trays to get you inspired: Practical to Pretty: 7 Boot Trays.
7. Speaking of doorways, try a new wreath — indoors or out! Use some bittersweet, or tuck leaves into a grapevine wreath. For some more ideas, see 5 DIY Ideas for Fall Wreaths.
8. Treat yourself to a new thermal mug and a fresh selection of teas. You could even make yourself a tea station, ready to go when the urge to indulge strikes. Need more direction in the tea department? Check out Tea Time: Everything You Need for a Perfect Cup.
9. Spruce up your table with some fall-hued table linens or fabrics. Dark, rich fabrics can add lots of warmth to the dining table. For inspiration, see our Table Linens for Fall Roundup.
10. Bring the outdoors in. I love to decorate with twigs and branches, and dried flowers from the end of summer. Bittersweet and chrysanthemums are also great ways to bring the fall colors indoors; for more ideas, see Setting the Autumn Table with Plants.
For more information see Apartment Therapy.
1. Switch out bed linens. As soon as the nighttime temperatures cooperate, ditch the summery coverlet for a heavier comforter or duvet. It's also a good time to turn your mattress, wash or replace any pillows that need it, and get your bed ready for snuggling down in colder weather. To save a few bucks, pick some cozy fall-hued fabrics, and make your own duvet! See our tips for more information: Tips for Sewing Your Own Duvet.
2. Consider switching out wall art. If you're like me and love to constantly rearrange artwork on your walls, make this a good time to try something new. I have lots of light, summery prints and illustrations that I'll trade out for a wall hanging--I have lots of quilts my grandmother made that would be perfect hanging over my mantle for the fall season. For a neat quilt-hanging idea, see How To: Hang a Quilt Artistically.
3. Add some candles--especially the fall-scented kind! Nothing says cozy like the glow and flicker of a flame; and for me, nothing says fall like apple pie and pumpkin scented candles in my living room and kitchen. It's an easy — and cheap — way to celebrate the scents of the season; I always pick out 5 or 6 little candles to kick off the first cool afternoon. Rather go a more DIY route? Check out 5 Simmer Pot Recipes To Make Your Home Smell Like Fall.
4. Rethink your throws and pillows for the sofa. I like to use some of my old quilts on the couch this time of year, and I'm also thinking about covering some of my throw pillows--maybe that worn out pair of corduroy pants would make a fantastic pillow cover! See How To: Sew an Envelope-Back Pillow Cover for ideas on making your own covers.
5. Ready your fireplace. If you use your wood-burning fireplace, give it a good clean and arrange some logs and kindling nearby. Or if you're like me, and have an unusable fireplace, give it a little glow of its own. Last year I arranged pumpkins and white lights; birch logs would also be nice! If you've also got a sealed-up fireplace, get some ideas with this post on Sprucing Up An Unused Fireplace.
6. Prepare doorways with a mud tray for boots. When the wet weather strikes — along with mud and lots of leaf litter — you'll be grateful you did! Here are seven boot trays to get you inspired: Practical to Pretty: 7 Boot Trays.
7. Speaking of doorways, try a new wreath — indoors or out! Use some bittersweet, or tuck leaves into a grapevine wreath. For some more ideas, see 5 DIY Ideas for Fall Wreaths.
8. Treat yourself to a new thermal mug and a fresh selection of teas. You could even make yourself a tea station, ready to go when the urge to indulge strikes. Need more direction in the tea department? Check out Tea Time: Everything You Need for a Perfect Cup.
9. Spruce up your table with some fall-hued table linens or fabrics. Dark, rich fabrics can add lots of warmth to the dining table. For inspiration, see our Table Linens for Fall Roundup.
10. Bring the outdoors in. I love to decorate with twigs and branches, and dried flowers from the end of summer. Bittersweet and chrysanthemums are also great ways to bring the fall colors indoors; for more ideas, see Setting the Autumn Table with Plants.
For more information see Apartment Therapy.
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Pirates are Invading San Diego
Posted by Larimer Associates on 10:14 AM
AHOY there! Do you and your family love Pirates? Then, this is the weekend for you. The San Diego Pirate Festival is this weekend. Pirate themed entertainment, vendors, and food all at your fingertips throughout the weekend. Just hope you do not walk the plank!
And
if you don’t have your own skull-and-crossbones bandanna, don’t worry,
there will be plenty of vendors on hand to keep you properly attired.
A fair dedicated to swashbuckling and merriment returns this weekend but moves to a new location in Vista.
This
second annual event is all about battles and treasure hunts and plenty
of rum. Expect to find swashbucklers both mean and nice, wenches and
even mermaids during the two-day festival.
And
if you don’t have your own skull-and-crossbones bandanna, don’t worry,
there will be plenty of vendors on hand to keep you properly attired.
Details:
San Diego Pirate Faire. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Antique
Gas & Steam Engine Museum, 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista. $7 to $15;
free for kids age 4 and younger. goldcoastfestivals.com
For more information see UT San Diego.
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Padres Annual Beer Festival
Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:30 AM
The Padres beer festival will
be held this Friday September 7th, and it is free with your ticket to the
baseball game. The festival takes place inside the park before first
pitch. Local breweries to national wide names will all be available for you to try.
Baseball and beer are summer pastimes keeping steady pace into fall.
On Friday, head to Petco Park for the Padres Beerfest before our San Diego Padres take on the Arizona Diamondbacks at 7:05pm.
The
beer festival will showcase craft brew from local favorites and giants
from across the nation. On the list of participating breweries are San
Diego staples Stone Brewing Co., Karl Strauss Brewing Co., Ballast Point
Brewing Co., Alesmith Brewing Co., and Green Flash Brewing Co. which is
also hosting its Treasure Chest Fest
on Saturday. More breweries making the trip to San Diego include Rogue
Brewery from Newport, OR, Blue Moon Brewing Co. from Golden, CO,
Firestone Walker Brewing Co. from Paso Robles, New Belgium Brewing Co.
from Fort Collins, CO, and Primo Brewing & Malting Co. from
Honolulu, HI, among others.
Details:
Padres Beerfest, Friday, September 7. Admission is free with your game
ticket. The festival will take place within Park at the Park before the
first pitch at 7:05pm. For more information, visit padres.com
For more information see UTSanDiego.
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Closet Organizational Solutions
Posted by Larimer Associates on 12:04 PM
Organizing your closet is something no one wants to take on. This is why closets usually are the last things to get cleaned and organized. However, we have some easy tips on how to organize your closet and save space.
If you rush to find the outfit-completing bracelet or necklace every
morning, consider a new jewelry organization system. A hanging organizer
will keep you from digging through a cluttered box in the last fleeting
morning moments. Choose a product that has a soft vinyl lining to
protect your accessories from getting scratched.
An over-the-door hanging rack is a good way to keep track of your
handbag inventory and clear some space on sought-after shelves. The
simple design is complete with adjustable hooks so you can organize your
purses however you like -- by color, brand or season.
If you have items in your closet that you don't use on a daily basis,
store them together in a vinyl bag. Fold towels, sweaters and extra
linens neatly into multiple bags and then stack them on top of one
another, freeing space for the items you use more often.
This takes up less space than your typical shoe rack, and the
spinning motion makes sorting through your heels, sneakers and flip
flops easier when you're rushing to get out the door.
Get creative with your organization project by picking boxes in
bright hues, fun patterns or chic designs. For a stylish and
eco-friendly approach, try stackable crates made from bamboo.
If you just can't part with seldom-worn clothes but still need extra
space, buy a set of cascading hangers. They're perfect for hanging
multiple shirts, sweaters, blouses or slacks in a tight spot and are
made with a non-slip grip so you won't have to dust your clothes off of
the floor.
A storage island is a good option for more spacious closets. It's
similar to the kitchen island but a little smaller and with more nooks
and crannies for storing your belongings. It also can serve as a
fabulous decorative piece!
They're relatively cheap and add extra storage space. Stack several
pieces for an easy-to-reach shoe rack, or put a single row on an
existing shelf to double up available areas.
Perfect for keeping lingerie, undergarments and hosiery in order,
drawer organizers can be stacked on top of each other on a closet shelf
to save space. Each organizer is conveniently broken down into smaller
sections so you can organize smaller garments easily.
For more information see She Knows.
Hanging jewelry organizers
If you rush to find the outfit-completing bracelet or necklace every
morning, consider a new jewelry organization system. A hanging organizer
will keep you from digging through a cluttered box in the last fleeting
morning moments. Choose a product that has a soft vinyl lining to
protect your accessories from getting scratched.
Purse rack
An over-the-door hanging rack is a good way to keep track of your
handbag inventory and clear some space on sought-after shelves. The
simple design is complete with adjustable hooks so you can organize your
purses however you like -- by color, brand or season.
Vinyl storage bags
If you have items in your closet that you don't use on a daily basis,
store them together in a vinyl bag. Fold towels, sweaters and extra
linens neatly into multiple bags and then stack them on top of one
another, freeing space for the items you use more often.
Revolving shoe stand
This takes up less space than your typical shoe rack, and the
spinning motion makes sorting through your heels, sneakers and flip
flops easier when you're rushing to get out the door.
Decorative crates
Get creative with your organization project by picking boxes in
bright hues, fun patterns or chic designs. For a stylish and
eco-friendly approach, try stackable crates made from bamboo.
Cascading hangers
If you just can't part with seldom-worn clothes but still need extra
space, buy a set of cascading hangers. They're perfect for hanging
multiple shirts, sweaters, blouses or slacks in a tight spot and are
made with a non-slip grip so you won't have to dust your clothes off of
the floor.
Island organizer
A storage island is a good option for more spacious closets. It's
similar to the kitchen island but a little smaller and with more nooks
and crannies for storing your belongings. It also can serve as a
fabulous decorative piece!
Stacking shelves
They're relatively cheap and add extra storage space. Stack several
pieces for an easy-to-reach shoe rack, or put a single row on an
existing shelf to double up available areas.
Drawer organizers
Perfect for keeping lingerie, undergarments and hosiery in order,
drawer organizers can be stacked on top of each other on a closet shelf
to save space. Each organizer is conveniently broken down into smaller
sections so you can organize smaller garments easily.For more information see She Knows.
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Sand Sculpting Challenge Comes to San Diego
Posted by Larimer Associates on 11:34 AM
Giant animals, 3d creations, and working mechanics are just some of the aspects that can be found at this years Sand Sculpture competition. This sand sculpting challenge and festival will be in San Diego next weekend with premiere artists from around the country competing for the prize. There will be activities and entertainment for families, and proceeds go to arts programs in the San Diego area.
Hundreds of thousands have come each year to see master-class sculptors build beautiful 3-dimensional works of art. Now many of the world's finest artists will come to create the most amazing sculptures ever. And they'll do it on a unique site with our beautiful bay on the West and downtown's sandcastles in the sky on the East. Just 2 blocks North lie the world's tall ships in all their majesty, and out on the bay, the ships sail with full regalia and recreate cannon battles of yore.
It's a 4-day extravaganza for the whole family.
Astonishing Sand Sculptures
- Competition between 10 professional world masters carving sculptures like San Diegans have never seen
- Head-to-head battle between the sandcastle teams who have won 9 of the last 10 U.S. Open crowns in the former Imperial Beach event - Archisand vs. I.B. Posse
- CA masters team competition
- Student competitions - art and architecture - middle, high school and college levels
3-dimensional Art for the Home
- Leading California metal, stone and wood sculptors
- Designer clothing and jewelry
- 3D wall art
- Art for kids, handmade educational toys and much more
Entertainment All Weekend Long
- Musicians
- Singers
- Dancers
- Storytellers
- Pirates
- Magicians
- The best of the buskers
Kids activities
- Sand sculpture classes
- Sandbox
- Box-in-Box
- Hat-making and more
Plus, a significant portion of the
proceeds go toward arts education programs that help kids learn to learn.
- Young Audiences of San Diego /Arts for Learning, serving tens of thousands of kids throughout the area
- Maritime Museum of San Diego Education Programs
For more information see SanDiego.org
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Five New Events to go to in San Diego this Weekend
Posted by Larimer Associates on 8:10 AM
It is looking to be a beautiful weekend in San Diego. It is the perfect time to try something new and out of the ordinary, for your weekend activities. From body surfing to a beer festival, there is something for everyone in San Diego this weekend.
Approximately 350-400 bodysurfers, equipped with swim fins only will ride and compete on ocean waves this weekend at Oceanside Pier. The contest starts Saturday and Sunday morning at 6:30 AM. Winners announced Sunday afternoon.
Stone Brewing Company will be celebrating its Sweet 16 at its 16th Anniversary Celebration and International Beer Festival, August 17 and 18 on the campus of California State University San Marcos. One hundred percent of the profits from the festival will be donated to local charities. The Festival will feature more than 40 breweries and 100 beers, as well as the infamous Arrogant Bastard Ale onion rings, complimentary homebrewed sodas, and samples of Mike’s Beer cheese.
From August 16-19, the 2012 Tiki Oasis will be occupied by a den of spies, secret agents, and villains, all out to reach the same goal: to have fun for four continuous days while enjoying tropical music, shopping for the newest in Tiki fashion and imbibing the world’s greatest cocktails!
TwainFest is a free and family-friendly festival celebrating the writing of Mark Twain and his contemporaries. TwainFest bursts into action on Saturday, Aug. 18, in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. This will be TwainFest’s third annual celebration of mid-19th century American arts and culture. The fun starts 11:00 AM and runs until 5:00 PM. Admission is free and open to all.
As if you need another reason to head to Del Mar for race season…but here is one anyway. On Saturday, August 18, check out the Beer Fest and sample over 70 different flavors of cold brews during the Del Mar Beer Fest. After 1:00 PM, visitors can sample some San Diego favorites such as Ballast Point, Green Flash, Stone and much more.
For more information please see SanDiego.org
1. 36th Annual World Bodysurfing Championships
Are You the Next Body Surfing Champion?
Approximately 350-400 bodysurfers, equipped with swim fins only will ride and compete on ocean waves this weekend at Oceanside Pier. The contest starts Saturday and Sunday morning at 6:30 AM. Winners announced Sunday afternoon.
2. 16th Anniversary Celebration & Invitational Beer Festival
Stone’s 16th Anniversary Celebration and Invitational Beer Festival
Stone Brewing Company will be celebrating its Sweet 16 at its 16th Anniversary Celebration and International Beer Festival, August 17 and 18 on the campus of California State University San Marcos. One hundred percent of the profits from the festival will be donated to local charities. The Festival will feature more than 40 breweries and 100 beers, as well as the infamous Arrogant Bastard Ale onion rings, complimentary homebrewed sodas, and samples of Mike’s Beer cheese.
3. Tiki Oasis 2012
From August 16-19, the 2012 Tiki Oasis will be occupied by a den of spies, secret agents, and villains, all out to reach the same goal: to have fun for four continuous days while enjoying tropical music, shopping for the newest in Tiki fashion and imbibing the world’s greatest cocktails!
4. TwainFest in Old Town
TwainFest Old Town
TwainFest is a free and family-friendly festival celebrating the writing of Mark Twain and his contemporaries. TwainFest bursts into action on Saturday, Aug. 18, in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. This will be TwainFest’s third annual celebration of mid-19th century American arts and culture. The fun starts 11:00 AM and runs until 5:00 PM. Admission is free and open to all.
5. Beer Fest at the Del Mar Racetrack
Great Craft Beer and Exciting Races Await in Del Mar
As if you need another reason to head to Del Mar for race season…but here is one anyway. On Saturday, August 18, check out the Beer Fest and sample over 70 different flavors of cold brews during the Del Mar Beer Fest. After 1:00 PM, visitors can sample some San Diego favorites such as Ballast Point, Green Flash, Stone and much more.
For more information please see SanDiego.org
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Americans Compete Against Each Other in the Olympics
Posted by Larimer Associates on 1:14 PM
Americans
winning gold in any event is a big deal.
However, when two American teams go up against each other for an Olympic
Gold that is something that has never happened. However, in the sport of beach volleyball that is exactly
what is happening today at 4pm.
Wednesday’s
gold medal, women’s beach volleyball match is historic before it even starts.
The
4 p.m. ET showdown between the teams of Misty May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh
Jennings and Jennifer Kessy and April Ross marks the first time that an Olympic
final has pitted one American duo against another.
If
May-Treanor and Walsh Jennings triumph, they’ll become the sport’s first team
to win gold medals in three consecutive Olympics and secure their status as the
greatest of all time.
If
underdogs Kessy and Ross upset the legends, they’ll become America’s -- and
perhaps the world’s – new top team.
No
matter the result, the match will illustrate America’s continued dominance in
the sport, which was born on the sands of Southern California and became an
Olympic sport in 1996. Since then, U.S. teams have won five of eight gold
medals in the men’s and women’s divisions.
Expect
an inordinate amount of “USA!” chants on the makeshift beach at London’s Horse
Guards Parade.
Heading
into the Olympics, Mary-Treanor/Walsh Jennings were ranked third in the world,
and beat the number-two team, Zhang Xi/Xue Chen of China in straight sets to reach the gold-medal match. Kessy/Ross were
ranked fourth, and beat the top-seeded team, Larissa Franca and Juliana
Fellberta Silva of Brazil, in a comeback thriller.
The
Brazilians won the bronze medal match in three sets over the Chinese early
Wednesday.
When
the gold-medal match concludes, it will mark the end of an era. May-Treanor
plans to retire afterward, breaking up an 11-year partnership and leaving Walsh
Jennings, a mother of two, looking for another teammate.
Perhaps
she has more history-making in her.
