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Nuts about Nutcracker

December 18, 2008

If there's one performance that has proven to be a must see year after year, the Nutcracker has got to be at the top of the list. The colorful costumes and props, the adorable little children with their bright colored cheeks and adorable little tutus, and of course the excruciating grace of the dancers on stage, appeal to audiences year after year. The ballet is so popular that generally  Read more...

Junior Theater for Very Young Students

October 06, 2008

Since we are on the topic of nurturing imagination this month, I just had to share something I came across that I wish I would have come across a month ago. Some of you are probably already aware of the classes offered at the San Diego Junior Theater , but I, myself, was not. I have a child who LOVES to act; in fact, she's really got the dramatic thing down. Now Im looking for ways to  Read more...

Pretend Play at the Children's Museum

October 02, 2008

What would childhood be without pretend play? I know one word I would choose to answer that question:Boring. My entire childhood was centered on pretend play and as I watch and interact with my daughter, I realize, so is hers. While at the New Children's Museum , where imagination runs rampant, we ventured downstairs to the Cricket Wireless Level and discovered the Performance Stage.  Read more...

Hullabaloo at The W

September 26, 2008

If you haven't been to the W Hotel downtown for Mommy Hour , you need to go. And, you need to go this Wednesday, October 1 st . If you have never heard about Mommy Hour, check this out. Believe me; you will want to experience Mommy Hour at least once in your kids-under-six mommy years. The big draw this month at Mommy Hour, other than the delicious mojitos and free child care  Read more...

5 Classes You Should Know About

June 17, 2008

[photo credit: stockx.chng] On those non-preschool days, my girl and I have our favorite habits but you know, we need to kick those habits and try out some new gigs. San Diego offers a lot more than our same ol' habits ever will. Nature, Mommy and Me -on the second Thursday of each month at the Natural History Museum in Balboa Park this class is offered for kiddos ages 1-5. Story  Read more...

Mozart, Moby or Miles: A Guide to the San Diego Preschool/Toddler Music Scene

May 30, 2008

[photo credit: stockx.chng] Kids and music-we've all read the stories, heard the songs, hoped that our child's musical exposure would grow their brain. Heck, my girl's favorite song is Hot Child in the City. Coincidence? I think not. The preschool/toddler music scene is hot, just like their dance moves. You know the 7 th Day Buskers are performing at The Hillcrest Farmer's Market when  Read more...

5 Best Ways to Enjoy Balboa Park

May 13, 2008

[photo credit: wikimedia] At 1,200 acres, Balboa Park marks itself as the largest, urban, cultural park in the nation. Little minds are bound to grow large in Balboa, let's ripen them. The Lawn Programs at the House of Pacific Relations International Cottages is a worldly trip for your babe. 31 countries, each represented by a cottage, share their cultural music, dance, food, art  Read more...

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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