Spring Celebrations

Finished your spring cleaning? Or just want to celebrate making it through the winter? Apartment Therapy has some recommendations on wines you can get at Trader Joe's to relax and enjoy the imminence of summer: http://www.thekitchn.com/spring-picks-from-trader-joes-wine-selection-169...

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Headless statues, a cross bow and dentures?

Over at SDCoastKeeper, Michelle Yount took note of some of the weirdest things she found washed up on the beach on Coastal Cleanup Day. I think my favorite is probably the waterbed… What’s the strangest thing you ever found washed up on a beach? As my first year helping coordinate Coastal Cleanup Day, I have heard a lot of stories about some of the interesting items found during the cleanup. In previous years they have found everything from a port-a-potty to a fencing sword, so I was looking forward to what ‘memorabilia’ this day brought. Here is a list of some of the most noteworthy: Beach Umbrella- Oceanside Harbor Bag of Marijuana-...

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10 Most Interesting Places for Children in California

What would you add to this list? Legoland? Something else? Disneyland Resort Based in Anaheim, California, the iconic Disneyland Resort (disneyland.disney.go.com), features close to 90 rides and attractions spread out across two theme parks: Disneyland and California Adventure. The bustling Downtown Disney serves as the resort's outdoor entertainment complex, complete with more than 15 restaurants, 20-plus shops and a movie theater. SeaWorld San Diego Perched along the shores of San Diego's Mission Bay, SeaWorld San Diego (seaworldparks.com) is a marine animal park with a variety of attractions, including shark, turtle and penguin exhibits....

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TONS of Easter events in and around San Diego!

It's amazing how many activities there are in and around San Diego this Easter. Take a look! And be sure to check out http://www.sandiegofamily.com/things-to-do/holiday-happenings for the complete list. wednesday  |  4 City of San Marcos Family Enrichment Program. Tonight, decorate Easter eggs using crayons, stickers and glitter. 7 pm. $3 per person. To register for activities, call or visit website. San Marcos Community Center, 3 Civic Center Dr. www.san-marcos.net; 760-744-9000. Birch Aquarium’s EGGStravaganza. Learn about marine animals and their eggs, make a shark egg craft and participate in a daily ‘egg hunt’ through...

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