Debbie Rumsey

Looking for fun things to do with your special dad this weekend in San Diego? Look no further....here are a few fun ideas for spending a great day with your amazing father.

San Diego County Fair - Father's Day Pancake Breakfast, $13 includes fair admission.

Hornblower Cruises - Offering 3 different cruises geared towards dad. Morning beer and champagne, afternoon beer and champagne or Sunset cruise. Whichever you choose, it's always a great day on the water.

Ruben H. Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park - Dad's receive free admission with the purchase of a full price admission. While you are there, check out an IMAX movie or the new "geometry playground" exhibit.

Spreckels Organ Pavillion in Balboa Park - Does your dad love music? The Organ Pavillion boasts one of the world's largest pipe organs that was donated in 1914. Free Concert begins at 2pm.

San Diego Padres Game - Take him out to the ballgame....take him out to the crowd... If dad is a baseball lover then take him to the Padre game! Padres vs Twins at 11:10 am. By him some peanuts and Cracker Jacks....

San Diego Botanic Gardens - Stroll with dad through 37 acres of amazing flora and fauna. Enjoy the waterfalls, bamboo gardens, flowering plants, trails, etc.

Need more ideas?

Visit our local beaches....take dad for a sunset stroll then to a local restaurant of his choice for dinner. Maybe dad's a surfer?...take him surfing, boogie boarding, paddle boarding, etc.

Go golfing...San Diego is the perfect golf mecca with plenty of sunshine and many courses to choose from whether going from the exquisite Torrey Pines course or just wanting to golf at a low key course, San Diego has it all.

The ideas are endless...biking, hiking, swimming, hot air balloon rides, farmer's markets, just to name a few. The idea is just to show your dad what a special guy he is by making it a day custom tailored to him.

Whatever you do....make it extra special!

KB Homes has announced that here in Southern California they will be installing smog eating tiles in select communities.

The tiles are manufactured by Boral Roofing based in Irvine, California.  The tiles actually neutralize smog forming nitrogen oxides that are produced by vehicles.  The concrete tile roof on a 2,000 square foot home can neutralize the same amount of nitrogen oxide that a car's typical engine creates during 10,800 miles of driving in one year.

When the tile's surface is exposed to ultraviolet light (daylight) it breaks down the nitrogen oxides in the air into calcium nitrates, which are harmless.  Calcium nitrate that washes off the roof then fertilizes your garden because calcium nitrate is a very mild fertilizer.

Pretty darn cool stuff! 

Electronic Waste Recycling this Saturday, February 26th, from 9am - 3pm

This Saturday bring your electronic waste to Henry's Market located at 1327 Encinitas Blvd for recycling. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Disable American Veterans.

Items accepted are: Cell phones, computers, computer monitors, televisions, wires, small printers, copiers, DVD players, cameras, stereos and car batteries. No appliances or light bulbs will be accepted.

Electreco is a state EPA-approved e-waste collection agency owned and run by veterans. Let your waste go to a good place!

Looking for a Farmer's Market in North San Diego County?

There is nothing better than supporting local farmers and consuming fresh fruits and vegetables. Pick up some flowers for your loved ones while you are there!

SUNDAYS - Solana Beach 1-5pm - Located at 410 Cedros Avenue (corner of Cedros and Rosa St) Features fruits and vegetables in season as well as fresh breads, orchids, organic kettle corn, cheeses, olives and baked goods. When you are finished at the market take some time to stroll on Cedros Avenue and visit the local shops and new winery.

Leucadia 10am-2pm - Located on the grounds of Paul Ecke Elementary School at 185 Union Street (corner of Vulcan and Union). Live music, artisans, as well as plenty of produce.

TUESDAYS - Escondido Farmer's Market 3-6:30pm - Located on Grand Avenue between Juniper and Kalmia St. This market is celebrating 15 years of operation. Features organic fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs, honey, tamales, salsas, crafts, jewelry and much more. Vendors are required to grow their goods in California and sell the product directly through the person that produced them.

WEDNESDAYS - San Marcos Farmers Market 1-5pm - Located off Twin Oaks Valley Road in the parking lot at Cal State San Marcos. this is one of the newer farmer's markets and it is slowly gaining popularity as the word gets out.

THURSDAYS - Oceanside Farmers Market 9am-1pm and 5pm-9pm - Located at Pier View Way (between North Coast Highway and Ditmar Street) One of the largest farmers markets featuring musical acts, kiddy play areas, hot and cold foods, seafood and unique craft items.

FRIDAYS - San Marcos Meadowlark Market 2pm-4pm - Located at Meadowlark Community Church 1918 Redwing St. - Features meats, poultry, art, music, hot and cold food as well as local produce and seafood.

SATURDAYS - Vista Farmers Market - 8am-12pm Located at Vista County Courthouse 325 S. Melrose Drive - Voted "one of the best" by Sunset Magazine. This market has been going for over 20 years and features 50-60 vendors with over 40 of them being certified organic farmers. Other items are flowers, arts and crafts, seafood, cheese from one of the few Southern California cheese makers, fresh tortilla chips and salsa, and more.

Del Mar Market 1-4pm - Located at 1050 Camino Del Mar between 10th and 11th Streets - Features handcrafted jewelry, imported linens, flowers, fresh kettle corn and much more as well as flowers, fruits and vegetables.

Monday Morning Post Superbowl Blues?

Head to Moonlight Beach! I was there this morning and spotted dolphins, surfers, guys out on paddleboards, sunbathers, beach strollers, joggers, people playing volleyball and parents out with their children at the park.

The weather is sunny and 70 degrees and it is guaranteed to soothe your soul. If you don't live in Encinitas now then what are you waiting for?

While the rest of the country is freezing we are enjoying summer like weather...come see what you are missing!