Had a Blast at the San Diego Fair!

I had a wonderful time at the San Diego fair this weekend. My husband and I got tickets from Albertson's for $11 so the price wasn't too bad. Food, however, was really expensive. I figured it would be, and most of our money went to that. We spent about $25 on ride tickets, which was only enough for three rides. We also played a few of those games, and, of course, we lost. We did get a little stuffed animal prize for trying, though! Overall, we spent about $100 which isn't too bad for two people. It was definitely worth the money because we had a wonderful time. If you're going with a bigger family, I suggest buying the packages they offer online from the fair or from Camp Pendleton's ITT.

The packages usually include rides and admission.  If you plan on going soon, make sure you save the card they hand you when you walk in. When you leave, use it at the kiosk near the exit and you will get a coupon for your next visit where you only have to pay $2 to get in. It's a pretty good deal if you plan on returning!

All right, enough about the fair. I'm sure you all know it's a fun time! There are a few more events going on for in June, all of which are free.

On June 23 you will have a chance to meet Padres catcher Nick Hundley at the
Country Store in Mainside from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. The first 400 people also will be able to enjoy free lunch! Who doesn't love free food!? For more information on this event, please call 760-725-6233, ext. 122.

 Two things I love about summer; swimming at night and cookouts! Beginning June 23 Summer Nights Family Movies begins at the 13 Area Pool. There will be open swim in the moonlight and BBQ grills will be available for families who want to cook up some food. Summer Nights will take place on the following Thursdays from 6:45 to 9:30 p.m.: June 23 and 30, July 7, 14, 21 and 28, and Aug. 4 and 18. I'm not quite sure though if they play movies inside or outside. I guess you'll have to go and see!

 Lastly, I want everyone to know about an ongoing event that started in May. From now until September 5th, active duty military and dependents can get free admission into participating San Diego museums! The San Diego museums include: 

-Barona Cultural Center & Museum

-California Surf Museum

-Escondido History Center

-Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum

-Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation

-Japanese Friendship Garden

-Lux Art Institute

-Mingei International Museum

-Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (Downtown and La Jolla)

-Museum of Photographic Arts

-Oceanside Museum of Art

-San Diego Archaeological Center

-San Diego Botanic Garden

-San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum

-San Diego Chinese Historical Museum

-San Diego Hall of Champions

-San Diego History Center

-The San Diego Museum of Art

-San Diego Museum of Man

-Timken Museum of Art

-Veterans Museum and Memorial Center

-Visions Art Museum: Contemporary Quilts + Textiles

Other museums in Balboa Park have free Tuesdays for San Diego residents and active duty military and family. Although admission is free, some special exhibits or films may not be free. Here is a list of the free museums on each day:

First Tuesday
-Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

-Centro Cultural de la Raza

-Model Railroad Museum

-Natural History Museum

Second Tuesday
-Museum of Photographic Arts

-Museum of San Diego History

-Veterans’ Museum and Memorial Center

Third Tuesday
-San Diego Art Institute

-San Diego Museum of Art

-Mingei International Museum

-San Diego Museum of Man

-Japanese Friendship Garden

Fourth Tuesday
-San Diego Air & Space Museum

-San Diego Automotive Museum (Last admission at 3:45 p.m.)

-San Diego Hall of Champions

-House of Pacific Relations International Cottages

Fifth Tuesday
-Normal museum prices in effect.

-The Timken Museum of Art is always free.

Some of the museums are the same on both lists, but who cares, their free! I love museums and the history and art they capture. You will definitely see me at one of these museums this summer! I think the San Diego Air & Space Museum, the Museum of Man, the Natural History Museum, and the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center sound the most interesting. I'm kind of a science nerd and I love learning new things. Hopefully I'll see some of you out there this summer!

Summary of Events

June 23-Padre's Catcher, Nick Hundley, Country Store in Mainside
11:00am-1:00pm. First 400 people get free lunch.

June 23-Summer Nights Family Movies 6:30pm-9:30pm 13 Area Pool

June 30-Summer Nights Family Movies 6:30pm-9:30pm 13 Area Pool

Everyday until Sept. 5-Free San Diego Museum Admission at participating Museums