So, what are you stirring up for this long weekend? Here are a few things we found going on around the area. Unload that electric waste in Encinitas, enjoy Carnivale in Little Italy, Beer Tasting, support the Special Olympics at the Polar Plunge, share your great idea at TEDx Boot Camp…there’s something for everyone!
Free Electronic Waste Collection
February 18, 9 am to 12 pm
The Solana Center for Environmental Innovation is a community outreach and public education center focused on recycling and other environmental issues. The center holds workshops, composting events and movie screenings, along with a variety of other events. http://www.solanacenter.org
“What the World Needs Now is Love”
February 18, 2 to 4 pm
The City of San Marcos Senior Center presents Dan Damon & the Dazzlin Duo in “What the World Needs Now is Love” featuring music from the 40’s through the 80’s. $10 per person. For more information.
Law Enforcement Torch Run, Polar Plunge
February 18, 8:30 am to 1 pm
Support local Special Olympics athletes by running or crawling into the sparkling, frigid waters of the Pacific Ocean. Proceeds support year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities who participate in Special Olympics San Diego. The Oceanside and Carlsbad Police Department’s have long been fundraising partners with Special Olympics. The goal is to raise $20,000 for Special Olympics San Diego County athletes. If you are interested in taking the plunge we ask all participants to raise $50.00 minimum, but of course encourage you to raise more. All participants receive a Polar Plunge shirt and two free tickets to the Sea Life Aquarium at LEGOLAND, as well as different incentive items depending on how much money you raise. To register and for details www.sosc.org/sdplunge.
Little Italy’s 9th Annual Carnevale
February 18, 5 to 9 pm
Carnevale will transform San Diego’s historic Little Italy into a scene from Venice with a street closure held at the intersection of W. Date and India Streets. A treasured local event, Carnevale will feature various vignettes of entertainment including live music and dancing, stilt-walkers, art, mask-making for kids and more held throughout the neighborhood. is available and valet parking will be available at a cost of $7 per car. Attendees are also encouraged to take advantage of the trolley that brings riders to the Little Italy Trolley stop, located a few blocks from the event.
Taste of San Diego Craft Beers
February 18, 6 to 10 pm
Taste of San Diego Craft Brews takes place at the San Diego History Center in San Diego celebrating the rich history of brewing in San Diego. Attendees will enjoy award-winning beer samples & exquisite food pairings as well as an auction. Buy tickets Online here.
Circus Vargas in Balboa Park
February 18, 1:30 pm
Circus Vargas 2012 comes to Balboa Park this weekend. Arrive early for the interactive pre-show, where children are welcomed center ring for a crash course in circus skills! In San Diego County Feb 17-Mar 26. http://www.circusvargas.com/
TEDx Salon 2012
February 18, 4 to 9 pm
If you’re interested in knowing more about the TED and TEDx programs, this opportunity is open to everyone. Host will be going over all the details. After the bootcamp will be the TEDxAmericasFinestCitySalon and Season Launch Party. This is open to all those who want to attend. Food, Drinks, Music and more. *No application needed. For more information call 619.837.TEDx (8339) or email info@tedxamericasfinestcity.com
