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Four Historical Landmarks in La Jolla

  Four Historical Landmarks in La Jolla   1.         Green Dragon Colony Site Built in the 1890’s by Irving Gill, commissioned by Anna Held Heinrich. Something special about this home is the room in the back overlooking the ocean, it was shaped like a boat and became known as “Noah’s Ark”.   2.         Mushroom House Located at Black’s Beach this home was built in 1965 by Dale Naegle. If you want to look at the mushroom house, be prepared for a 2-mile round trip hike!   4.         Salk Institute The Salk institute is an architectural marvel, acclaimed by architecture critics as one of the world's boldest structures. Sitting on the coastal bluffs of La Jolla it rests 350 feet above the Pacific Ocean!  4.         The George H. Scripps Marine Biological Laboratory Built by Irving Gill in 1909, this buildin...

HALLOWEEN IN LA JOLLA AT THE BIRCH AQUARIUM HAUNTED AQUARIUM REMIX

  HALLOWEEN IN LA JOLLA AT THE BIRCH AQUARIUM HAUNTED AQUARIUM REMIX   Halloween may be different this year, but it can still be fun! At the Birch Aquarium in La Jolla they are hosting a month long event called the “Haunted Aquarium Remix”. This event starts October 1 st  and ends on October the 31 st . The aquarium is known for their “spooky science fun” and will continue that tradition outdoors with “new animal encounters” and activities made for the children from ages 2-10. Stunning outdoor spaces such as the “Tide Pool Plaza”, “Smargon Courtyard” and the “Education Courtyard” will be utilized so everyone can have fun safely. Children are encouraged to wear costumes when coming to visit, they’ll receive a “Discovery Booklet which includes self-guided explorations tied to Haunted Aquarium Remix activities”. Here they will learn more about and even be able to touch some of these “spooky” critters of the sea such as small sharks, seaweed and even sea spiders! ...

Where to Watch Fireworks in San Diego this Fourth of July!

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Many planned fireworks shows around San Diego County have been cancelled due to the pandemic, but there are a few places still planning on lighting up our skies this year! El Cajon: The July 4 th Independence Day Fireworks show will still go on as planned at 9:00pm from John F. Kennedy Park, however there will be no gatherings allowed at the park. https://www.cityofelcajon.us/discover-el-cajon/events/fourth-of-july Poway: Poway’s 4 th of July Fireworks Show will go off simultaneously from Poway High School and the city’s Sportsplex in the South Poway Business Park at 9:00pm. Cars with parking permits will be allowed to watch fireworks from Lake Poway, but unfortunately those permits are sold out. https://poway.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=597 Vista: You can buy tickets to Vista’s July 4 th Fireworks 2020: Brengle Terrace Park Show. Tickets will only be sold in person at the VisTix/Recreation Office at the Civic Center. Tickets will be available to non-vist...

La Jolla Hotels

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If you come to stay in La Jolla, ca you’re going to want to visit the Windansea beach. From activities like surfing, sunbathing, exploring tide pools and visiting the local restaurants it is an incredibly fun place to be. Windansea beach is extremely popular for its surfing. In fact, there is an annual surf competition hosted by the Windansea Surf Club. The tide pools are also a great attraction with curious creatures such as lobsters, sea fauna and different types of shellfish you are sure to find something interesting! After a long and exciting day in the sun you are going to want to grab a bite to eat, good thing there are some amazing nearby restaurants to choose from. Some of the most popular restaurants are the trendy “The Promiscuous Fork” serving new American food, “Café Vahik” a bright blue café serving soups, salads, grilled paninis and espresso coffee, and last but certainly not least is “Nautilus Tavern” a very laid back, mod restaurant with indoor-outdoor ...

The La Jolla Open Aire Market

The La Jolla Open Aire Market is home to the finest local farmers, artisans, and food vendors to make up one of the best and the biggest Farmers Market in San Diego. Every Sunday, nearly 150 vendors participate in the La Jolla Open Aire Market providing shoppers with a variety of choices in fresh, locally grown produce, international food, and unique handcrafted arts and gifts. The La Jolla Open Aire Market is fun for the whole family. Stop by for live musicians and family fun time as well. Located at the corner of Girard St. & Genter Avenue, convenientely 1 mile away from The Shoal, the La Jolla Open Aire Market occurs from 9 A.M. To 1 P.M. every Sunday. Make your reservations online www.theshoallajolla.com or call us at (858) 454-0716.

The Shoal La Jolla Beach

Located just 1 mile away from The Shoal La Jolla, Beaumont's is new American restaurant with a variety of dishes to choose from with a very relaxed and contemporary atmosphere. Whether you're stopping by for south of the border-inspired breakfast, strolling in for cocktails during happy hour, or simply longing for a fun night with live music, Beaumont's is a appealing restaurant regardless of your cravings with a very convenient location for our guests. Visit us at www.theshoallajolla.com

The La Jolla Woman's Club is a historic building in La Jolla

The La Jolla Woman's Club is a historic building in La Jolla , a neighborhood of San Diego , California . Designed and built by Irving Gill with assistance from his nephew Louis John Gill in 1914-1915, it is an important example of Gill's modern architectural style, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places . The La Jolla Woman's Club was founded in 1894 as the Current Events Club, taking its present name in 1900. The social club was without a permanent home for the first twenty years of its existence. The cornerstone of the building was laid in December 1913, with the inaugural meeting held in 1914. The site, design, and construction of the clubhouse were all donated to the La Jolla Woman's Club by philanthropist and club member Ellen Browning Scripps . The project cost a total of $40,000. The building is a prime example of Irving Gill 's modern style, exemplified by simple geometrical shapes, and generous use of arches and columns, with a min...