The Buzz with Carol Lusidia Morrow: Fun Things To Do In San Diego, California in January 2014

January 17-19, Gem Faire

The Gem Faire, established in 1989, has become a world-renowned marketplace

for the finest in gemstones, beads, jewelry, minerals, fossils, meteorites, lapidary equipment, metaphysical items and much more at the lowest prices in today’s market. Workshops and classes also are offered. Admission: $7.00 (children 11 and younger free).

Time: Fri. Noon – 6:00 pm / Sat. 10:00 am – 6:00 pm / Sun. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds

For more information visit www.gemfaire.com

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January 17-19, Del Mar Antique Show

More than 250 premier antique dealers from all over California and the western U.S. will be selling the finest in antiques and collectibles. Appraisal service is available for $5 per item. Restoration services are also available. Admission: $8.00 (17 and younger free).

Time: Fri. & Sat. 11:00 am – 7:00 pm / Sun. 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds – O’Brien Hall

For more information visit www.delmarfairgrounds.com

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January 18, Sheila Harden San Diego Multi-Cultural Festival

A diversified cultural festival with music, dance performances, storytelling, and a wide range of ethnic foods and merchandise. The Kids Zone has drum circles, face painting, and craft-making activities, plus you can learn about local educational institutions at the Education Fair. Free event.

Time: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Promenade, E.Harbor Dr. between First and Fifth Aves.

For more information visit www.sdmulticultural.com

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January 19, Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade

An annual event commemorating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The parade features marching bands and floats, drill teams, dance groups, and other community groups.

Time: 2:00 pm

Location: Harbor Drive – Embarcadero

For more information visit http://alpha-zsl.org/mlkdayparade.html

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January 19, Carlsbad Marathon & Half Marathon

The Tri-City Medical Center Carlsbad Marathon features a rolling course, including 14 miles along the Pacific Ocean. Includes fully staffed and equipped water stations, and unsurpassed volunteer support and live entertainment along the way. See website for registration fees.

Time: Marathon start at 6:15 am / Half Marathon start at 7:45 am

Location: Both races start at Westfield Plaza Camino Real, Carlsbad

For more information visit www.carlsbadmarathon.com

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January 19-24, San Diego Restaurant Week

Extraordinary three-course menus from San Diego’s best restaurants. Choose from over 180 of the city’s best restaurants and enjoy a fixed price, three-course dinner for $20, $30 or $40 per person, depending on the restaurant. Also a two-course lunch available $10-$15-$20. There are no tickets or passes required for Restaurant Week. For a complete list of participating restaurants visit the San Diego Restaurant Week website.

Time: Refer to website

Location: Refer to website – various locations

For more information visit www.sandiegorestaurantweek.com

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January 20, Free Art in the Park – Poway

Stop by for crafts and free family fun at Community Park.

Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location: Poway Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Dr., Poway

For more information visit www.poway.o

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January 20 – 26, Farmer’s Insurance Open

The Farmer’s Insurance Open is a professional golf tournament and the PGA TOUR stop in San Diego. Don’t miss the excitement! Several attractions are open to the public, including the Alaska Airlines Fan Village, the Grey Goose Lounge, Michelob Ultra 19th Hole, Michelob Ultra Oasis, and Beringer Wine Bar.

Time: Refer to website for a schedule of events

Location: Torrey Pines Golf Course, 11480 North Torrey Pines Rd.

For more information visit www.farmersinsuranceopen.com

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January 23 – 26, San Diego Sunroad Boatshow

The San Diego Sunroad Boatshow is complete with both land and in-water locations, focusing on the latest boats and marine equipment. This years show includes over 100 new and pre-cruised sailboats and motor yachts, dozens of marine vendors with the latest nautical products and services, live music, food and beverages, and special boating events and boat rides for kids and adults. $12 for Adults. Children 12 and under, free. Cash only.

Time: Thurs. & Fri. Noon – 6:00 pm / Sat. & Sun. 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Location: Harbor Island – San Diego Bay, 955 Harbor Island Dr.

For more information http://bigbayboatshow.com/

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January 25, San Diego Whale Festival

The free Whale Festival is a family community event offering a wide variety of interactive and hands on displays to spark the interest and imagination of any child including a walk-through gray whale, live sea creatures, free face painting, a kids art mural coloring project and a giant inflated obstacle course, a trackless train and two giant bounce houses. Enjoy live music on the “Whale of a stage”.

Time: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Location: San Diego Embarcadero, 1066 N. Harbor Dr. – at the foot of Broadway

For more information visit www.whaledays.com

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January 25, Carmel Valley 5K & Fun Run

A 5K run/walk and a Fun Run for kids in Carmel Valley where the proceeds from the event will benefit the Del Mar Schools Education Foundation to help pay for science, art, music, and technology programs. Admission fees: 5K for age 15 and older = $46 / 5K for age 6-14 = $36 / Fun Run = $21.

Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Location: Carmel Del Mar Elementary, 12345 Carmel Park Dr.

For more information visit www.carmelvalley5k.com

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January 31- Feb. 2, San Diego Lunar New Year Tet Festival

A 3-day celebration of the Lunar New Year, this Vietnamese cultural festival will showcase homeland traditions. Experience ancestral rituals and Vietnamese music with costumed dance performances, carnival rides and Vietnamese games, food, and merchandise. Free event.