Thursday, March 15, 2012

March 2012 Arts & Entertainment Calendar | DEMA | Downtown ...

Have Fun ? Be Enlightened ? Enjoy Encinitas!

?CONCERTS

Sunday, March 4, 2:00pm. Encinitas Library, 540 C0rnish Drive. Free

Concert: Ritmo Loco. A Latin jazz group led by Gunnar Biggs on bass that fuses American jazz with tropical, Salsa, and Afro-Cuban influences. With musicians Mike Holguin, percussion, Danny Green, piano, and Tripp Sprague, saxophone. Presented by the Friends of the Encinitas Library. More info: www.EncinitasLibFriends.org/Events.php.

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Wednesday, March 7, noon-12:45pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free

Wednesdays@Noon concert: ?Christine Brown, piano. A composer and recording artist of New Age solo piano music performing songs from her newly released 8th album, The Wishing Well and from her CD Promise.?Her music can be heard on Pandora, Whisperings Solo Piano Radio, Muzak and SkyFM. More info: www.ChristineBrownPiano.com. Weekly lunchtime concerts presented by Commission for the Arts. Bring lunch or purchase from the coffee cart. More info: (760) 633-2746, www.cityofencinitas.org/index.aspx?page=30andrecordid=42andreturnURL=%2findex.aspx.

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Wednesday, March 7, 7:00pm. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free

Concert: Silverwood. Celtic trio whose high energy musicians perform a wide spectrum of Celtic sounds. Presented by the Friends of the Cardiff Library. More info: www.FriendsCardiffLibrary.org, 760-635-1000

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Saturday, March 10, 10:00am. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free

Hutchins Consort. Enjoy a family concert, kids welcome! More info: www.HutchinsConsort.org.

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Saturday, March 10, 2:00pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free
Concert and Book Launch: Legends of Jazz, Mike Wofford, piano, Holly Hofmann, flute. Two icons of the San Diego Jazz scene recognized from coast to coast as masters of their art in a rare North County performance.? Brilliant improvisational marriage of piano and flute. Plus the book release by Encinitas author, A. Paul Bergen, The Undressing of Kathy Howard. A humorous and poignant excursion into rural Americana, featuring an ensemble of characters, events and experiences that will make you laugh and cry. Event sponsored by 101 Artists Colony. More info: (760) 436-2250, bergens1968@sbcglobal.net or www.apaulbergen.com

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Sunday, March 11, 2:30-4:00pm or Tuesday, March 13, 7:30-9:00pm. Seacoast Community Church, 1050 Regal Road.

Requested donation: $10, $8, family $25
Concert: Distinctly Dvorak, North Coast Symphony. Performs the Symphony No. 4 in G Major, The American Suite and Humoresque. Church: 760-753-3003.

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Wednesday, March 14, noon-12:45pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free

Wednesdays@Noon concert: ?Adrienne Nims, flute and Sheldon Rosembaum, piano. Hear contemporary, Latin and classic jazz infused with irresistible grooves as well as elegant, ethereal melodies. More info: www.VersatileAdrienne.com. Weekly lunchtime concerts presented by Commission for the Arts. Bring lunch or purchase from the coffee cart. More info: (760) 633-2746, www.cityofencinitas.org/index.aspx?page=30andrecordid=42andreturnURL=%2findex.aspx.

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Sunday, March 18, 2:00pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Recital Series presented by Commission for the Arts. Free

Patrick Berrogain?s Hot Club Combo. With an original take on Gypsy Jazz, they achieve a perfect balance between the Gypsy and jazz. Led by Berrogain on guitar, the band displays an eclectic instrumentation and distills a tasty dose of jazz, European and Gypsy flavors. A fluid configuration makes the group adaptable to the music with an instrumentation that includes guitar, violins and acoustic bass. More info: www.HotClubCombo.com.

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Wednesday, March 21, noon-12:45pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free

Wednesdays@Noon concert: ?Kate Loughrey, harp. A graduate of the Peabody Conservatory and an award-winning performer who has toured throughout Asia, Europe, and the U.S. She will perform a program of classical music for solo harp including pieces by Liszt, Prokofiev, Tournier, and Salzedo. More info: www.CaliforniaHarpist.com.? Weekly lunchtime concerts presented by Commission for the Arts. Bring lunch or purchase from the coffee cart. More info: (760) 633-2746, www.cityofencinitas.org/index.aspx?page=30andrecordid=42andreturnURL=%2findex.aspx.

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Wednesday, March 28, noon-12:45pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free

Wednesdays@Noon concert: ?Valerie Chereskin, flute, and Fontaine Laing, piano. Both are outstanding musicians who perform throughout the San Diego area. They will present a program entitled Flute Music of the 20th Century, including music of modern composers Ernest Bloch, Otar Taktakishvili, Aaron Copland and Claude Bolling. Weekly lunchtime concerts presented by Commission for the Arts. Bring lunch or purchase from the coffee cart. More info: (760) 633-2746, www.cityofencinitas.org/index.aspx?page=30andrecordid=42andreturnURL=%2findex.aspx.

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THEATRE, DANCE & FILM

Friday, March 2, at sunset. Cardiff Town Center, 2031 San Elijo Avenue. More info: www.CardiffSchools.com. Free

Cardiff Movie Night. Enjoy a family friendly film under the stars; bring low back chairs and blankets. 760-632-5890.

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Tuesdays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 4:00pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish. Free

Tuesday Movies. Enjoy a classic family film and refreshments in the Community Room. For info on the film, call (760) 753-7376.???

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Saturday, March 10, 2:30-4:00pm. Dance North County. 535 Encinitas Blvd., Suite 101. Free

Theatre and Dance Performance for PACT Inclusive Performing Arts Programs. Enjoy a performance and attend the 4:00pm cast party including a ?meet and greet.? All are welcome. Presented by Positive Action Community Theatre (PACT). More info: www.PACThouse.org ?

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Monday, March 12, 6:00-7:30pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Presented by Encinitas Theatre Consortium. Free

Play: MUSTARD SEED. An original drama by local playwright Joe Powers. An up and coming Country Western singer finds religion and maybe a few other things he hadn?t planned on and is forced to make an uncomfortable choice. Enjoy a dessert reception following the performance. More info: www.ETCinfo.net.

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Daily, La Paloma Theatre. Movie info: (760) 436-7469, www.LaPalomaTheatre.com. 471 S. Coast Hwy 101.Tickets: $9, $7

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VISUAL ART

Saturday, March 3, 10:00am-1:00pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Free with paid admission/membership

Through the Eyes of an Artist. Join an esteemed group of sculpture and landscape artists for a lively discussion on how to infuse art into your garden. Moderator: Naomi Nussbaum, curator of Sculpture in the Garden, which runs to mid-April. Sculpture Artists: Madelynne Engel, Jeffery Laudenslager, Benjamin Lavender. Landscape Artists: Glen Schmidt of Schmidt Design Group, David Reed of David Reed Landscape Architects, Paul De Martini of Classic Gardens. After the program and light refreshments, there will be a tour of the sculptures on exhibit. More info: www.SDBGarden.org.

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Friday, March 16, 7:00pm. Studio 2nd Street, 528 2nd Street. Free

2nd Friday Sketch Jam. Bring your pad and get your sketch on, or just come to hang out and enjoy the art, live music, refreshments and good times. More info: www.Studio2ndStreet.com.

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Wednesday, March 21, 6:00-8:00pm. Lux Art Institute, 1550 South El Camino Real. Free

Lux@Night. Live music, view sculpture by artist Gwynn Murrill, and refreshments. For ages 21 and over. More info: www.LuxArtInstitute.org.

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Tuesday, March 27, 5:00-7:00pm. City Hall, 505 S. Vulcan Avenue. Free

Artist Reception for the exhibit Pine Needle Artistry: A Tribute to Beverley Roberts, with basketry artwork by Beverley Roberts, Nadine Spier, Michal Costello, Susan Roberts and Willie Zeigler. Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments. Presented by the Misti Washington Gourd and Basket Guild. More info: ?www.NadineSpier.com/newsletter.htm, www.Baskets-Gourds.com

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Saturday, March 31, 10:00am-noon. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free

Artist Demonstration: Diane Stacey. The artist will describe and demonstrate the work in her exhibit: Contact with the Divine, with ceramics of ancient deity figures who are the spirits of nature?s elements. Her piece,?Watchers of the Trees,?is a male metamorphosing?from a tree trunk with a bird emerging from his heart. Diane?s work merges historical cultures including American Indians, Cretan, Egypt and Mesoamerica. Presented by the Commission for the Arts. More info: www.DianeStacey.com.

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Fridays, 12:30-3:30pm, Encinitas Library Figure Drawing Group, w/ live model. $10 donation.540 Cornish Drive, 760-942-8738

EXHIBITS

Thru Apr. 16, Allison Renshaw, Sugar Kisses. Mixed media. Her paintings are layered and intricate with color and images. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. www.AllisonRenshaw.com

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Thru Apr. 16, Diane Stacey, Contact with the Divine. Sculpture. Ceramics of ancient deity figures who are the spirits of nature?s elements. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. www.DianeStacey.com ??

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Thru Apr. 17, Scott Prior, Recollections of Rural California. Oil paintings. Plein Air paintings and landscapes. City Hall, 505 S. Vulcan Avenue. www.ScottWPrior.com

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Thru Apr. 17, Beverley Roberts, Nadine Spier, Michal Costello, Susan Roberts, Willie Zeigler, Pine Needle Artistry: A Tribute to Beverley Roberts. Basketry. City Hall, 505 S. Vulcan Avenue. www.NadineSpier.com/newsletter.htm

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Thru April, Sculpture in the Garden, 52 sculptures by 26 San Diego artists. Free w/pd. admission. San Diego Botanic Garden, www.SDBGarden.org?

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Thru October, 1930s Barber Shop, a recreation of Al?s Barber Shop on Hwy. 101. San Dieguito Heritage Museum, 450 Quail Gardens Drive. www.SDHeritage.org

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Thru 2013, Robert Wald, Lost Heritage: The Dorymen of Cardiff, photography and text, Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. www.TheOceanMag.com ??

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DISCUSSIONS & CLASSES

Saturday, March 3, 9:00am-12:00pm. Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. Free

WaterSmart Landscape Workshop for Homeowners.? Landscape Design, Home Sprinkler Systems and Climate-Appropriate Plants.? Presented by San Dieguito and Olivenhain Municipal Water Districts. Registration is required. More info: conserve@sdwd.org or 760-633-2676.?

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Saturday, March 10, 9:00am-2:00pm. Home Depot, 1001 N. El Camino Real. Free

Landscape Plant Fair, Sale and Workshops. Start off your spring planting with WaterSmart plants.?Join San Diego County Water Authority, San Dieguito Water District, Olivenhain Municipal Water District, irrigation and plant vendors and more with one on? one design consultations, raffle prizes, music and more.? More info, email: conserve@sdwd.org or call (760) 633-2676.

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Tuesday, March 13, 11:30am. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free

Extreme Couponing. Learn how to save 60-100% off regular retail; avoid paying full price for anything ever again; where to find Coupons; and most importantly, how to organize them; how to use a website that will do all the work for you; how to shop so you?re not that Crazy Couponer at checkout and you?ll be able to sign up for discounted Sunday newspapers, the #1 source for coupons! More info: www.SDCL.org, 760-753-4027.

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Tuesday, March 13, 12:30-1:30pm. Encinitas Community Center, 1141 Oakcrest Park Drive or

Wednesday, March 14: 12:00-1:00pm Encinitas City Hall, 505 S. Vulcan Avenue. Free

Fix a Leak Week Workshop. Learn the basics of reading your meter, checking the leak dial and simple home faucet and toilet tank repair. This is an interactive workshop with the opportunity to ask questions and try your hand at repairs. Attendees will receive a goodie bag. Registration is required, contact (760) 633-2676 or email: conserve@sdwd.org.

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Wednesday, March 14, 6:30pm. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free

Healthy Communities, UCSD Speakers? Bureau: Screening Tests and Vaccines with Laura Greci, MD. Discuss the latest advances in screening tests and vaccines. More info: www.sdcl.org, 760-753-4027.

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Thursday, March 15, 6:30pm. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free

Patios, Pathways and Plants for Fixing Your Landscape. Want to improve your landscape but are not sure where to begin? Learn how to create a dazzling outdoor environment using different types of materials to for patios, plants for hummingbirds, what to do if you have shade areas or slopes, and what drought tolerant plants are best for you. See dozens of plants and material examples. More info: www.SDCL.org, 760-753-4027.

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Wednesday, March 21, 6:30pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive, Third Wednesday Series, Friends of the Encinitas Library. Free

Discussion: Photographer Thomas Sanders. He will discuss his book, The Last Good War: The Faces and Voices of World War II. ?More info: http://EncinitasLibFriends.org/Events.php.

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Saturday, March 31, 1:00-4:00pm. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Free

Poetry Workshop with Josh Fleming and Corey Taft. Learn from the experts in this hands-on session. part 1: lecture, part 2: hands on writing, part 3: poetry readings. Limited to 25 participants ages 16 to adult. RSVP required: 760.753.7376 or register at the Reference Desk in person. Presented by the Commission for the Arts. More info: (760) 633-2746.

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2nd & 4th Tuesday, 3:30pm, Knit & Crochet Club, bring your projects to work on. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle, www.SDCL.org

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3rd Thursday, 10:00am, Friends of the Library Book Club. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue, www.SDCL.org

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4th Thursday, 5:00pm, CBS Book Club (Cardiff-by-the-Sea). Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue, www.SDCL.org

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EVENTS

Thursday, March 8, 7:00pm (6:00pm sign up for poets). La Paloma Theater, 471 S. Coast Hwy 101. Free

Winter Poetry Slam. Hear outstanding local poets compete for cash prizes. More info call Danny Salzhandler: 760-944-6027, FullMoonPoets.org

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Sat. and Sun., March 17 and 18, 9am-5pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Dr. Free with paid admission/membership

Herb Festival, Spring Plant Sale and Tomatomania: Honored Guest: Rosalind Creasy, author of, Edible Landscaping, who is a garden and food writer, photographer and landscape designer with a passion for beautiful vegetables and ecologically sensitive gardening. Plus ongoing speakers on garden and herb-related topics, guided tours of the Herb Garden, Herb Festival Market-place and the SDBG Spring Plant Sale with a multitude of vendors. Back by popular demand: Tomatomania? with lectures on culture and care and plenty of tomato seedlings. In honor of the 2012 Herb of the Year, the Rose, kids will learn how roses are used in cooking, perfume and for nutrition. More info: www.SDBGarden.org

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Saturday, March 17, 9:30am. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free

Friends of the Library Book Sale and Cardiff Library 98th Birthday Party. Enjoy the Book Nook sale and birthday celebration for the library?98 never looked so good! More info: www.FriendsCardiffLibrary.org, 760-635-1000.

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4th Saturday, 9am-noon, E Waste Drop Off, for electronic items. Solana Center, 137 N. El Camino Real, www.SolanaCenter.org ?

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CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Every Saturday and Sunday, noon-4:00pm. San Dieguito Heritage Museum, 450 Quail Gardens Drive. Free

Hands-on Activities for Families. In March, enjoy fun activities that revolve around a historical theme?Cacti and Succulents. Learn how the Kumeyaay Indians utilized these plants for everything from clothing and shelter to food. Decorate a pot and plant your own Succulents to take home. More info: 760-632-9711, www.SDHeritage.org.

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Saturday, March 3, 10:00am. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free

Unconditional Parenting Group. The Unconditional Parenting companion film will be shown at this first meeting followed by discussion centered on Alfie Kohn?s principles of unconditional parenting and similar philosophies. Parents will gain valuable insight on ways to create parent/child relationships that are based on mutual respect and unconditional love. May also be beneficial for teachers and those who work with children. More info: www.SDCL.org, 760-753-4027.

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Thursday, March 8, 3:00pm. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free

Wii Fun. Join the fun at Cardiff with Wii games, all ages welcome! More info: www.SDCL.org, 760-753-4027.

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Friday, March 9, 10:30am.? Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free

Clover Kiss Storytime. Special storytime guest Clover Kiss. Enjoy stories, songs, and a costume show. All Ages Welcome. More info: www.SDCL.org, 760-753-4027.

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Saturday, March 10, 2:00pm. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free

Teen Movie & Munchies! Enjoy snacks and fun at the library with a feature film on the big screen. The second movie in the series about a big green ogre. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cardiff Library. More info: www.SDCL.org, 760-753-4027.

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Thursdays, Mar. 15-Apr. 19, 3:30-5:30pm. Lux Art Institute, 1550 S. El Camino Real. Cost: $175 members, $200 non-members

Kids-in-Residence with artist Gwynn Murrill. A 5-week afterschool visual art program for ages 8-14. Space is limited, to RSVP email: education@luxartinstitute.org.

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Saturday, March 17, noon. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. Presented by Prodigy Kids Performing Arts. Free

Prodigy Players: Winnie the Pooh in the Citie. Come and enjoy an afternoon of giggles and surprises as the Players perform this delightful play with singing and dancing. Recommended for ages 4-12. More info: www.ProdigyKidsPerformingArts.com

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Thursday, March 22, 3:00pm. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free

Doggie Storytime. Certified therapy dogs bring you smiles and joy! Build your confidence in reading by reading to one of our trained therapy dogs and receive a free book! Sponsored by The Foundation for Pet Provided Therapy. More info: www.SDCL.org, 760-753-4027.

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Saturday, March 31, 2:00pm. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free

Read, Write, and Draw. A local teen author and illustrator will be on hand to discuss the new book which focuses on Bullying. Child Psychologist Dr. Adria O?Donnell, Family Therapist Linda Sorkin, and teachers Erica Rood and Janet Orr will conduct a Q/A session for parents. More info: www.SDCL.org, 760-753-4027.

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Sunday, Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, 1:00-3:00pm, Family Fun in the Community Center, Crafts, games.1140 Oakcrest Dr., 760-943-2260

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SENIOR LIVING

Tuesday, March 20, 10:30am. Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Avenue. Free

Medicare Options and You. It?s time to learn about Medicare and your options. Presented by Steve Kuzmack. More info: www.SDCL.org, 760-753-4027.

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Mondays, 2:00-3:00pm, Yoga for Seniors. Encinitas Comm. & Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Dr., www.SilverAgeYoga.org?

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Mondays/Wednesdays, 2:00-3:00pm, Yoga for Seniors (chair only). Cardiff Library, 2081 Newcastle Ave., www.SilverAgeYoga.org?

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Wednesdays, 1:30-2:30pm, Yoga for Seniors (chair only). Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish, www.SilverAgeYoga.org?

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3rd Friday, 2-4pm, Social Dance, ages 50+, $5 at door.EncinitasComm. & SeniorCenter,1140 Oakcrest Park Drive, 760-943-2250

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OUTDOORS

1st Monday, 8:00-9:00am, Bird Watching. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, www.SDBGarden.org

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Tuesdays/Thursdays, 5:00pm, Horseshoe Pitching, age 12 and up.OakcrestPark,CardiffRiviera Horseshoe Club, 760-436-5166

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Thursdays, 7:00-8:00pm, Guided Meditation, for stress and relaxation. Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive, www.SDCL.org

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Fridays, 9:30am, Horseshoe Pitching, age 12 and up.OakcrestPark,CardiffRiviera Horseshoe Club, 760-436-5166

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Saturdays, 10:00-11:00am, Guided Nature Walk. San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center, 2710 Manchester Avenue, www.SanELijo.org

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Saturdays, 10:30-11:30am, Docent Led Tour. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive, www.SDBGarden.org

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2nd Saturday, 9:00-11:00am, Guided Nature Walk. Rios Ave Trail Head in Solana Beach, www.SanElijo.org?

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3rd Saturday, 10:30am-noon, Guided Downtown Historic Walk. Encinitas Historical Society, 390 west 4th Street, 760-753-5726.

The Encinitas Historical Society 1883 Schoolhouse is open on Fridays and Saturdays between 1:00 and 4:00pm, you can take your own Historic Walk with our iPods from 1:00 to 2:30pm. Groups may request special times. All activities are free.

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Saturday-Sunday, 9:30am-5:00pm, Seaside Bazaar, open air flea market. 459 S. Hwy 101. 760-753-1611

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Sunday, 10:00am-2:00pm, Farmer?s Market.PaulEckeCentralElementary School,185 Union Street @Vulcan Ave., 858- 272-7054

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2nd Sunday, 10:00am-4:00pm, Flea Market, art, collectibles. Ducky Waddles, 414 N. Coast Hwy, www.DuckyWaddles.com

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MANY EVENTS ARE FREE. VISIT THE WEBSITE OR CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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The A & E Calendar is a service of the City of Encinitas Cultural Tourism Committee. ?See it online: www.EncinitasCA.gov, home page, under City News and Events, or: www.EncinitasLive.com.

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For additions or corrections, please contact Jim Gilliamin the City Manager?s Office, (760) 633-2746, jgilliam@EncinitasCA.gov.

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Please share this information with others, thank you.? City ofEncinitas,505 S. Vulcan Avenue,Encinitas,CA92024. (760) 633-2600.

Source: http://www.encinitas101.com/2012/uncategorized/march-2012-arts-entertainment-calendar/

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