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It’s important for children ages 5-11 years old to get the COVID-19 vaccine because it can protect them, but also those around them who may be at even higher risk for severe disease and death. During the Omicron surge, unvaccinated children 5-11 years old had 2-3 times higher hospitalization rates than those who were vaccinated. If hospitalized, they are more likely to require a ventilator and/or admission to the intensive care unit. Additionally, children 5-11 years old are at the highest risk for Multi-system Inflammatory Syndrome of Childhood (MIS-C), a life-threatening illness associated with a current or recent COVID infection.

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It’s Dad’s Day and Graduation Time!

This month we want to give a big shout-out to San Diego dads. Happy Father’s Day (June 19)!

Throughout the magazine, we feature many San Diego County dads with their kids. Dads are so important to families; do your best to be involved and be the best dad you can. Spend time with the kids and help them when needed.

They will love you for it. As local author Minh Lê describes in his book “The Blur” (see p. 16), kids grow up too fast. Enjoy every phase!

Dads need friendship with other dads, just as moms need other moms. See page 14 to read about the benefits of gathering with dad groups. It could be just to enjoy pizza and a soda or beer, but you will be surprised what other dads know and what you can offer them. Find other dads in your neighborhood, church or at a local meet-up group.

Who doesn’t like sweets? Honey is a great substitute for sugar. To get honey, we need honey bees (plus, bees are the pollinators for many crops). Read about what kids can do to support and protect honey bees on p. 18. Many people are afraid of bees, but they are our friends.

My grandson Tyler is graduating from high school this month. He has done great in school and sports—going to state tournaments in both track and volleyball. Congratulations, Tyler! In the fall, we will have four grandkids in college. Love and hug your kids every day; before long, they will be out of the house and having kids of their own.

Happy Dad’s Day and congratulations to all our students.

Have a great summer!

Families

This month we’re highlighting local dads in honor of Father’s Day! Thanks to everyone who responded to our request, describing your perfect day. Find more on page 30.

Zac Smith of Santee is Dad to Kohen (3) and Ella (7).

His perfect Father’s Day would be waking up to breakfast and just relaxing the rest of the day.

Miguel Garcia of Otay Ranch is Dad to Alexander (8) and Ailani (5). His perfect Father’s Day is spending the day with the kids somewhere outdoors (beach, lake, park, etc.).

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Rey Yanga of Mira Mesa is Dad to Elan (14) and Remi (2). Rey’s father recently passed away from cancer, so his perfect Father’s Day would be if his dad could still be here, as he and his dad were very close. Rey and his son Elan are also very close.

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Sometimes it’s easier to talk about sensitive issues with a bunch of guys who are going through (or have already been through) what you are.

feelings of isolation or loneliness as a father is to join (or start) a fathers’ group. Even in California, where there are support groups for people who belong to too many support groups, the idea of being involved in a fathers’ group sounds a little risky. But it’s a risk well worth taking.

Women get a ton of parenting (and other) advice from other women: where to take kids on rainy days, surefire cures for illnesses, ways to soothe crying babies, finding and hiring babysitters. You’d be surprised how much you already know, and how much you’ll be able to help other men.

I’ve led a number of groups for new dads, and they always start the same way, with a discussion of sports, news or anything but parenting. Then, almost by accident, someone will say something about a child, and the floodgates open. Stories tumble out, advice comes in from all sides, and a lot of guys find out that they aren’t as alone as they thought they were. The sessions often last far longer than they were scheduled to.

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Here are likely spots to find new (or experienced) fathers:

Joining a group just for dads offers wonderful benefits:

I’ve found that dads’ groups don’t work nearly as well when women are around.

• www.meetup.com and similar websites

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Although I’m tired of hearing the cliché about men not asking for directions, when it comes to parenting, there’s often truth to it. One of the best things about a group is discovering you’re not the only one feeling a little lost. Every dad has some “directions” that may help. And even if they don’t, it’s better to be lost with someone than lost alone.

Entertainment Getting together with other men who’ve made fatherhood a priority can be a lot of fun. It could be in a park with the kids, or it could be a dads-only event at someone’s house or in a bar or restaurant.

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children’s author Minh Lê has released a new picture book titled, The Blur. His latest work brilliantly tugs at that piece of a parent’s heart, which knows—but can’t quite fathom—how fast time goes when raising a child. Layered with meaning, the story follows a child hero whose powers astonish her parents.

She can make time race. She can make it stand perfectly still. Anyone with a “superkid” can relate.

“My hope is that The Blur appeals to everyone in different ways,” says Lê.

“For the youngest readers, there’s the thrill of seeing themselves as a little superhero (‘The Blur’) taking the world by storm. For new parents there’s ‘the

Author Minh Lê blur’ of those early days when life is so hectic and it’s a struggle (albeit a beautiful one) just to keep your heads above water. And then there’s ‘the blur’ as it refers to the passage of time, that universal feeling of time passing by just a little too quickly.”

The book is inspired by the author’s own experience with parenthood. Lê and his wife Aimee have two sons, who are 10 and 7. The family enjoys reading together, making music, playing basketball and just snuggling on the couch. Parenting two boys can be frustrating at times,

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Anne Malinoski but Lê says he still feels like he’s won front row seats and backstage passes to the best show on earth. And the time is absolutely whizzing by. “At least once or twice a week we’ll be watching our boys playing and just look at each other and say, ‘It’s THE BLUR!’” In college, Lê dreamed of becoming a writer. When people asked, he’d say his goal was to run a small-town library and pen children’s books. But his desire to help children get the best start possible led to another rewarding career. He spent a decade as an early childhood policy analyst, examining issues like childcare for the federal government. But children’s literature was never far from his mind. He started a blog. He reviewed picture books.

Finally, it was Aimee who insisted he put his own work out into the world.

Six books later, he admits it was a very necessary kick in the pants.

“Growing up, I was an intensely shy kid but I loved to read,” says Lê. “Books were my escape from the world. So, it’s somewhat ironic that books have become my way back into the world.

Connecting with readers through the pages of a book is absolutely magical to me and I can’t think of a better job.”

In addition to writing, Lê continues to work in early childhood policy and soon begins teaching a two-year MFA creative writing program (through Hamline University) that focuses on picture books and graphic novels. Like most modern parents, he and his wife have a lot of plates spinning. Aimee is a human rights advocate and strategist whose work has taken her all over the world. But both try to ensure that each and every choice is made with the family’s best interests in mind.

One way they’ve achieved balance is to involve the boys as much as possible in the writing life. The kids come to author talks and book events. They help choose story ideas. Indeed, they are often the inspiration for those ideas.

“Being an author feels very much like a family business,” says Lê.

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Illustrator Dan Santat When it comes to pursuing creative dreams, Lê advises fellow parents to just go for it. “It’s an incredible gift to your children—for them to see their parents cultivating their own creative interests and following those dreams,” he says. “That sets an example that your children will hopefully carry with them throughout their lives.”

The Blur is illustrated by Dan Santat, whose artwork beautifully captures the dizzying pace of life with young children. Santat lives in Pasadena and is dad to two sons, ages 13 and 16. He is a bestselling author and illustrator of over one hundred books—including The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend, which received the Caldecott Medal. Santat is also the creator of the Disney animated hit “The Replacements.”

This is the third collaboration for Santat and Lê. Their previous works include Lift and Drawn Together— which won the 2019 Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature.

“When I was growing up, there weren’t many books that thoughtfully and accurately captured the nuances of the Asian American experience,” says Lê. “Dan and I both came to the project from a very personal place and we filled the book with our own experiences. So, to have that validated and honored by APALA meant the world to me.” v Anne Malinoski is a contributing writer.

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Kids can use their innate curiosity and intelligence to learn about our natural world and adopt an important cause. Why not help support and protect honey bees?

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Honey bees are our friends because they are precious pollinators; but their populations fluctuate due to environmental and other factors such as habitat loss, pesticides, viruses, parasites and insufficient food supply. About a third of the food consumed by Americans comes from crops pollinated by honey bees, so honey bee health is important!

In school, children learn that we are all responsible for the sustainability of the ecosystem and our planet. Kids have the power to raise awareness, to educate others, and to help protect and preserve species. Here are 10 things kids can do right now to support honey bees.

Recognize Appreciate bees while they are at work pollinating. Give them plenty of space and watch to see exactly what they are doing.

Plant Plant native flowers in gardens, public spaces and flower pots. Honey bees are attracted to purple, blue, white and yellow flowers. Herbs, flowering fruit and vegetable plants also nourish honey bees. Plant clover in your lawn and if possible, leave a meadow area of uncut grass in your yard. Honey bees love clover, which produces small white, pink or reddish blooms.

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Research Get books about honey bees from the library and do some online research.

Study pictures so they recognize the difference between honey bees and other bee species. Look at photos of the inside of honey bee hives to notice the structure, organization and efficiency of bee colonies.

Explore Look for honey bees in your yard, garden, at the park or at camp. Take photos without getting too close.

Enlarge them to get a closer look.

Print them out and put them in your nature journal.

Support Provide water for honey bees to drink.

A shallow plastic dish of water with flat rocks in it will work. Honey bees will stand on the rocks to reach the water.

Use a clear or light color bowl to keep the water from overheating.

Raise Awareness Share what you know about honey bees with other children at camp or school.

Make a poster, project, or webpage and share it in class or with your scout troop.

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Educate Others Make flyers on your computer (or color them with crayons or markers) to spread the word and educate others about what you’ve learned: Why honey bees are good and how to attract and support them. Tell people not to use pesticides.

Put flyers in neighbor’s mailboxes and post on community bulletin boards at the library, coffee shops, restaurants and the grocery store (with approval). Mail flyers to local government officials and to newspapers.

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Visit Plan a kids class or take a beehive tour at a local beekeeping farm such as Girl Next Door Honey to learn more about harvesting honey: www.girlnextdoorhoney.com.

Buy Local Visit a local farmers market to find locally made honey, or buy direct from a local, family-owned company such as Mikolich Family Honey. www.mikolichhoney.com

Cook with Honey Now that you understand the importance of honey bees, try baking with honey! Honey can be used in place of sugar in many recipes—yum!

Honey bees are very important to our environment and our planet—we need them to pollinate flowers, plants and our nation’s food crops. Learn more from the National Honey Board: www.honey.com. v Sarah T. Yale is a nature loving, working, writer mom, whose children are learning to love the natural world and do their part to sustain and preserve the planet.

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Review

TOYS of SUMMER

Our summer review (this month and next) highlights kid-tested, parent-approved toys that help kids take a well-earned break from school. Keep these toys and activities in mind for birthday presents, end-of-school-year gifts and family summer fun. Thank you to all the local families who provided feedback!

Fömilator $14.99; 5+ Target.com Take water gun fights to the next level with the Fömilator, which shoots streams of fluffy foam up to 15 feet. Pour foam concentrate into the reservoir, fill with water and you’re ready to aim and blast! “It’s messy, but that’s part of the fun!” says mom Liz.

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American Girl Truly Me Get Outside Camper $325; 8+ AmericanGirl.com The awesome quality of AG in a doll-sized teardrop camper? Yes, please! Kids will love this adorable adventure set that features a skylight, flip-down table and a couch that converts to a bed big enough for two dolls. The camper also has two working lights and a speaker that plays songs and nature sounds.

Washable Sidewalk Chalk, 48 count $7.99; 4+ Crayola.com Kids have tons of artistic fun outdoors with this mega pack of chalk! Create colorful murals, large written messages or traditional games like hopscotch and tic-tac-toe. “Lots of fun colors at a good price,” says mom Liz. “My son enjoys drawing on the patio, driveway and sidewalk.”

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Playfoam Sand Ice Cream Sundae Set $21.99; 3+ EducationalInsights.com Soft, sculptable Playfoam Sand in this playset encourages creative, sensory play and helps develop fine motor skills.

Choose an ice cream order card, then use the scooper to build a sundae with matching toppings!

UNO Ultimate Marvel $14.99; 7+ Amazon.com This game features four card decks, each designed for a different Marvel character. Choose your character and use special powers on every turn! “I like that it builds on a game that is already well-known,” says mom Jacque. “It makes UNO more exciting and challenging.”

TowerBall $189.99; All Ages CaliberGames.com A new four-sided game delivering fun for all ages! “Around the World is our favorite way to play this great family game,” says mom Lori. “The sturdy tower folds, so it’s easy to transport.”

Includes eight soft balls and a backpack carrying case.

LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga $59.99; 10+ StarWars.com Awesomeness alert!

Choose from hundreds of characters and vehicles, fly to some of the most legendary spots in the Star Wars Saga, and experience your favorite Star Wars moments, LEGO style.

“All nine movies are represented and you can play nine different games,” says mom Linda.

Wipeout Dry Erase Helmet $29.99; 5+ iwipeout.com “Customize your helmet with dry erase markers,” says mom Tracy. “It’s fun to wipe off and color over and over.” Includes a helmet, five dry-erase non-toxic markers in neon colors and a stencil kit.

National Geographic Safari Kit $34.99; 4+ Amazon.com “This is a great summer creative play set,” says mom Stacy.

“My 5-year old son felt like an explorer as he put items in the pockets and went on his adventures.” Safari gear includes magnifying glass, compass, whistle, binoculars, mini pencil and field guide.

Tasty Junior Mini Chef Playset 4-in-1 $64.99; 3+ Red-Toolbox.com “This playset surprised me with how fun it was for my kids (ages 6 and 3),” says mom Kim. “The [appliance] parts move, so they really felt like they were whipping up some food. They even started making things like hay juice for their toy horses and pigs. So much fun!”

100 Animals Book $19.99; 18 mos.+ LeapFrog.com Attention animal enthusiasts!

Six double-sided, interactive pages feature animals from the desert, savanna, rainforest and more. Three modes teach animal names, animal sounds and fun facts in English or Spanish. “My 18-month-old granddaughter can’t get enough of this awesome LeapFrog book!” says Lisa.

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San Diego County Fair: Heroes Re-Unite!

Celebrate superheroes from comic books and the silver screen, and those awe-inspiring community heroes in our own neighborhoods. Plus all your fair favorites–entertainment, rides, games, animals, arts, crafts and photography, gardens and blooms and of course... the food. June 8–July 4, 11 am–10 pm (closed Mon. & Tues. in June). $12–$20; 5 & under free. Ages 12 & under free every Friday. Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.

Must purchase tickets and parking in advance: www.sdfair.com.

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Don’t forget to call to confirm dates, times and admission prices.

wednesday | 1 FREE Summer Reading Program: Read Beyond the Beaten Path. Complete a combination of 10 books, hours of reading or activities to claim your prizes. June 1– Aug. 31. www.sandiego.gov/public-library/ kidsandteens/summerreading Blue Star Museums offers FREE admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve.

Through Sept. 5. Details: www.arts.gov/ initiatives/blue-star-museums FREE Cajon Classic Cruise. Fun, food, live entertainment and classic cars.

Wednesdays, 5–8 pm. Main St. & Magnolia Ave., El Cajon. www.cajonclassiccruise.org The Sky Tonight: The Spectacular Summer Sky. 7 & 8:15 pm. $17.95– $19.95. Heikoff Giant Dome Theater, Fleet Science Center, Balboa Park. www.fleetscience.org

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Recess at Oma’s. All activities inside Oma’s (wagon rides excluded) will be offered. Through June 3, 10 am–1 pm & 2–5 pm. $8–$13; under 2 free.

Oma’s Family Farm, 14950 El Monte Rd., Lakeside. Pre-purchase tickets: www.omasfamilyfarm.com

Red Shoe Day. Volunteers gather at intersections and collect donations to support San Diego’s Ronald McDonald House which provides a “home away from home” for families with children in local hospitals. www.rmhcsd.org/events/ourevents/red-shoe-day

World of Orchids. Enjoy the vibrant colors, elegant shapes and intoxicating scents for which orchids are so well known, and see the diversity of these flowers with unexpected sizes, shapes and scents. Through June 12. $12–$18.

San Diego Botanic Garden, Quail Gardens Dr. & Ecke Ranch Rd. Reservations: www.sdbgarden.org

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thursday | 2 FREE Hullabaloo Kids Concert. 10–11 am. Del Mar Highlands Town Center, upper plaza, 12925 El Camino Real. www.delmarhighlandstowncenter.com FREE Thursday Nights Live. Family fun and entertainment. 5:30–7 pm. Santee Trolley Square, 9888 Mission Gorge Rd. www.santeespecialevents.com

FREE City Heights Street Food Festival. Live art, music and diverse street food. 5–9 pm. 4090 University Ave. www.cityheightscdc.org FREE Valley Center Western Days Festival & Parade. Games, rides, food and entertainment. Today, 5–10 pm & tomorrow, 10 am–10 pm. 28305 Lilac Rd. www.westerndays.org FREE First Fridays at Liberty Station.

Join Apt 4 Music as they showcase their student performances, as well as bands, jams and the arts. 4:30–7:30 pm. 2490 Truxtun Rd. www.libertystation.com FREE Summer Movies in the Park: “Raya and the Last Dragon.” 5:30 pm.

Silver Wing Neighborhood Park, 3737 Arey Dr. Full schedule: www.summermoviesinthepark.com Dinner and a Concert. Tonight, Boys of Summer; June 10, Daring Greatly; June 17, Fortunate Son & June 24, 80’s All Starz. 6–8 pm. Concert is free.

Prescott Promenade Park, 200 E. Main St., downtown El Cajon. Tickets: www.downtownelcajon.com

saturday | 4 FREE Sam Hinton Folk Festival. Musical performances and workshops, group jams and an open mic stage with Bluegrass, Olde Time, Irish music and more. 11 am–5 pm. Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd. www.poway.org Sunset Special Train Ride. Beat the heat and enjoy a beautiful sunset ride through East County’s rugged backcountry.

Saturdays, 7 pm. $9–$18; 2 & under free.

Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Campo Depot, 750 Depot St. www.psrm.org San Diego Strike Force. Professional indoor football team. Tonight vs. Northern Arizona Wranglers & June 18 vs. Bay Area Panthers. 7:05 pm. $15–$65. Pechanga

Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd. www.sdstrikeforce.com

pm through Sept. 4. Spreckels Park, 601 Orange Ave. www.coronadoconcert.com

FREE Flag Day Parade. Downtown La Mesa Village. Visit www.lamesaparks.org for details.

FREE Summer Sundays. Music, food, kids’ crafts, balloon sculptures, face painting and more. Through July 10. Village Walk at Eastlake, 878 Eastlake Pkwy., Chula Vista. www.shopvillagewalk.com

Golden State Train Ride. Ride on the historic San Diego & Arizona Railway.

Today, tomorrow, June 11–12, 18–19 & 25–26; 10:30 & 11:45 am, 1:45 & 3 pm. $9–$18; under 3 free. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Campo Depot, 750 Depot St. www.psrm.org

sunday | 5 Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon. Starting at Balboa Park and finishing in downtown San Diego. Details and register at www.runrocknroll.com/san-diego.

“The Taming of the Shrew.”

Shakespeare’s hilarious battle of the sexes.

Through July 10. Lowell Davies Festival Theater, 1363 Old Globe Way. Tickets: www.theoldglobe.org FREE Coronado Summer Concert Series. Tonight, The Heroes; June 12, The Marine Band of San Diego; June 19, Pop Vinyl & June 26, ABBAFab. Sundays, 6

FREE Spreckels Organ Society Concerts. Sundays, 2–3 pm.

Pavilion-Pan American Pl., Balboa Park. www.balboaparkconcerts.org

monday | 6 Padres Home Games. Today through June 8 vs. Mets, June 10–12 vs. Rockies, June 20–22 vs. D-backs & June 23–25 vs. Phillies. Petco Park. Tickets: www.padres.com

tuesday | 7 Residents FREE Days at Balboa Park.

Park museums offer free admission Tuesdays on a rotating basis throughout the month to residents of the City and County of San Diego, and to active military personnel and their dependents. For schedule visit www.balboapark.org.

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LEGO Ferrari Build and Race

Photo courtesy of Legoland

Construct a LEGO race car, scan it and digitally race it while adapting to race course variables including weather, wind speed and more. Open daily, included with admission. LEGOLAND, 1 LEGOLAND Dr., Carlsbad. www.legoland.com

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“Cinderella.” A contemporary take on the classic tale. Through June 25, 8 pm.

(Except Mon. & Tues.) $8–$56. Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1250 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista.

Tickets: www.moonlightstage.com

FREE Lavender Day & Antique Craft Fair. Celebrate the fragrance and beauty of lavender. 9 am–3 pm. Summers Past Farms, 15602 Olde Hwy. 80, Flinn Springs. www.summerspastfarms.com

San Diego Wave Soccer. Cheer on our national women’s soccer team. Tonight, 7 pm vs. Portland Thorns & June 12, 2 pm vs. OL Reign. Starting at $27.

Torero Stadium, USD Campus. Tickets: www.sandiegowavefc.com

FREE Accessibility Mornings at The New Children’s Museum.

Provides access for families who would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience and quieter setting. 8–9 am. 200 W. Island Ave. www.thinkplaycreate.org

SD County Fair: Heroes Re-Unite!

See page 24.

FREE Summer Movies in the Park: “Encanto.” Tonight, 6 pm at Pacific Highlands Ranch, 5977 Village Loop Center Rd.; June 18, 6:30 pm at Poway Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Dr. & June 25, 6 pm at Rolling Hills Neighborhood Park, 11171 Almazon St. Full schedule: www.summermoviesinthepark.com

thursday | 9 FREE Santee Summer Concert Series.

Tonight, The Mighty Untouchables; June 16, Upstream & June 23, 8-Track Highway. 6:30–8 pm. Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Dr. www.cityofsanteeca.gov Kids Bowl FREE. Two games every day through Aug. 21. Aztec Lanes, 6075 Aztec Cir. Dr. & Surf Bowl, 1401 S. Coast Hwy., Oceanside. www.kidsbowlfree.com

friday | 10 Friday Night Splash. 4–8 pm. $11.95.

The Wave Waterpark, 101 Wave Dr., Vista. www.thewavewaterpark.com

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FREE Junior Nature Ranger. Activities allowing kids to experience nature firsthand while having fun in the outdoors.

8–10 am. Register by emailing aransom@ poway.org. Blue Sky Ecological Reserve, 16275 Espola Rd., Poway. www.poway.org KPBS Daniel Tiger Event. Hop aboard the red trolley and get ready to practice your social skills with story time, goodie bags and interactive hands-on activities.

Today & tomorrow. 9 am–12 pm. $11.50;

under 1 free. San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum, 320 N. Broadway, Escondido. Pre-registration required: www.sdcdm.org AnomaR Interactive Arts Festival.

An interactive arts festival with music, movement, maker stations, science and more. 2–8 pm. $15–$20; 6 & under free.

The Begent Ranch, Highland Valley Rd., Ramona. www.anomarfestival.com San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival.

Combines the soothing sounds of smooth jazz, delicious cuisine and an amazing atmosphere. Today & tomorrow, 2 pm. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way. Tickets: www.theshell.org US Police & Fire Championships.

Athletes in over 40 sports across 30 venues compete in archery, baseball, tennis, golf and more. Through June 19.

Details: www.cpaf.org

sunday | 12 FREE Symphony in the Park. Bring a picnic dinner, blankets and low back chairs.

The Heroes, 6 pm. Hoyt Park, Scripps Ranch Blvd. & Aviary Dr. www.symphonyinthepark.org

monday | 13 “The Lightning Thief.” The Greek gods are real, and they’re ruining Percy Jackson’s

life in this action-packed adventure that will rock your world - and the underworld.

8 pm. $18–$28. Moonlight Amphitheatre, 1250 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. Tickets: https://my.moonlightstage.com

tuesday | 14 Flag Day Sesame Place San Diego. Features 18 Sesame Street-themed rides and exciting water attractions. Open daily, visit website for tickets. 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. www.sesameplacesandiego.com Nighttime Zoo. The Zoo will be open late and filled with live entertainment from a variety of artists, special summer treats and an opportunity to see wildlife from a different perspective. 9 am–8 pm, except June 18. San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Dr. www.sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org

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thursday | 16 Del Mar Summer Solstice. Music, food and drinks, ocean views, beach and good vibes. 5–8 pm. Starting at $40.

Powerhouse Park, 1658 Coast Blvd. www.visitdelmarvillage.com FREE Movies by the Pool: Space Jam. Float along, lay on a lounger or relax on the veranda. Doors open, 7 pm; movie, 7:30 pm. The Lafayette Hotel, 2223 El Cajon Blvd. www.lafayettehotelsd.com Father’s Day Lunch and Tea. This hearty lunch includes a full sandwich, cup of soup, side salad and dessert. Through June 20. 11:30 am, 1 & 2:30. $9.95–$32.95.

2124 Third St., Julian. Reservations required: www.juliantea.com FREE Encinitas Cruise Night. Historic cars, live music and more. 5:30­­–7:30 pm.

Through Sept. S. Coast Hwy. 101 from D to K St. www.encinitas101.com

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friday | 17 FREE Mission Hills Concerts in the Park. Tonight, Dirty Bird & June 24, The Mighty Untouchables. 6 pm.

Pioneer Park, 1521 Washington Pl. www.missionhillstowncouncil.org Carlsbad Strawberry Company.

Sunflower maze, games and hay pyramids. Daily, 9 am–6 pm. $5; under 5 free. 1050 Cannon Rd. www.carlsbadstrawberrycompany.com June 2022 • SanDiegofamily.com •

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saturday | 18 Accessibility Mornings at the Fleet. A low-sensory experience. Families can enjoy exhibit galleries in a quieter setting and a special IMAX film screening (lights on and a lower volume). 9–11 am. Free admission for one guest and one chaperone. Fleet Science Center, 1875 El Prado, Balboa Park. Tickets: www.fleetscience.org Boarded: A Pirate Adventure. Be sworn in as part of the ship’s crew, swab the deck and learn other pirate skills. 10:30 am & 12:45 pm. Adults, $60; 12 & under, $25. Maritime Museum of San Diego, 1492 N. Harbor Dr. www.sdmaritime.org Taste of Gaslamp. A self-guided foodie tour with 20+ restaurants across 16 square city blocks. 1–4 pm. $45–$55.

Gaslamp Quarter. www.gaslamp.org/ tasteofgaslamp San Diego Wooden Boat Festival. Live music, food, a variety of booths, activities for children and more. Many vessels will be open for on-board viewing. Today & tomorrow. 2302 Shelter Island Dr. Tickets: www.sdwoodenboatfestival.com FREE Beach Fest. Surf contests, live concerts on the beach with Grammy award-winning rock band Switchfoot, vendor booths, green initiatives and more.

7 am–5 pm. Moonlight Beach, 400 B St. Encinitas. www.broam.org

sunday | 19 Father’s Day FREE Mission Beach Father’s Day Cruise to Belmont Park. Cars, music and

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more. 10 am–4 pm. 3146 Mission Blvd. www.belmontpark.com

Photo courtesy of Seaworld

Stay late all summer to immerse yourself in exotic worlds of light and music and experience SeaWorld attractions in a whole new way. Select dates through Aug. 14. Interstate 5, exit SeaWorld Dr. Tickets: www.seaworldsandiego.com

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Father’s Day Brunch Cruise. Plated brunch service with live musical entertainment and complimentary ice-cold beer. 9:30 am & 1:30 pm. $53.70–$89.50; 3 & under free. Flagship Cruises, 990 N. Harbor Dr. www.flagshipsd.com

San Diego Symphony Opening Night.

Tonight, Orchestral Technicolor; June 25, Boys II Men & June 26, Straight, No Chaser: The Music of Thelonious Monk.

7:30 pm. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way. Tickets: www.theshell.org

FREE Sundays at Six Summer Concerts.

Tonight & June 26, 6 pm. Harry Griffen Park, 9550 Milden St., La Mesa. www.lamesaparks.org

FREE TGIF Concerts in the Park.

6–9 pm. Stagecoach Park, 3420 Camino De Los Coches, Carlsbad. www.carlsbadca.gov

Father’s Day Premier Brunch Cruise.

Create family memories that will be treasured forever with an amazing day on the water.

11 am–1 pm. $74.90–$92.90; 3 & under free. Pier 1 Hornblower Landing, 1800 N. Harbor Dr. www.cityexperiences.com

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tuesday | 21 Taste of Little Italy. Make your way through 48-square-blocks sampling some of the best bites and sips Little Italy has to offer. Both evenings will showcase different restaurants. Today & tomorrow, 4–8 pm. $55. Piazza della Famiglia, Little Italy. www.littleitalysd.com

FREE All-Inclusive Read 3x3 Literacy Event. The Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego hosts this event featuring three local authors who each read a book followed by a craft. Each child receives a free book (while supplies last) courtesy of San Diego Family Magazine. 10 am–12 pm. San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., downtown San Diego. Register on Eventbrite. www.snrfsd.org

FREE Balboa Park Twilight Concerts.

Every Tues., Wed. & Thurs. through Aug. 25. 6:30 –7:30 pm. www.balboapark.org/ twilight-concerts

FREE Ocean Beach Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off. Eclectic fun in the sun with tasty festival nosh, art, beachfront entertainment, family fun zone and more. 10 am–8 pm. www.oceanbeachsandiego.com

FREE Summer Movies in The Park Series: “Encanto.” Bring a blanket and enjoy a family-friendly movie under the stars. 6:30–10 pm; movie begins 15 minutes after sunset. Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Dr., Poway. www.poway.org

Cabaret in the Courtyard: Cheek to Cheek: Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong.

“Dream A Little Dream of Me,” “What A Wonderful World,” and more. Today, 7 pm & tomorrow, 6 pm. $35–$45. California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. www.artcenter.org

SUMMER C AMP Having Fun Here and Now!

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Children will understand how to develop harmony, happiness, joy and success.

Meet the team on June 12, 2-3 pm at Mount Acadia Neighborhood Park.

Registrations will close Saturday June 18.

Nurturing Respect Mindful Eating Gardening Story Time Cooking Music • Yoga • Art Hiking

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FREE Mass Creativity Day. A celebration of art, creativity and community with live music, food, family-friendly activities and free admission to the Museum all day.

9 am–3 pm. Museum Park, The New Children’s Museum, 200 W. Island Ave. www.thinkplaycreate.org

sunday | 26 Scoop San Diego. Sample the best ice cream, gelato and paletas in San Diego.

12–4 pm. $35; includes 10-1 oz. samples.

North Park. www.scoopsandiego.org

Friends. Fun. Adventure. Repeat.

Girl Scout camps for every girl!

San Diego Scottish Highland Games.

Highland dancing, sheepdog trials, clan booths, school of piping and more. Today & tomorrow, 9 am–5 pm. $5–$15. Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr., Vista. www.sdhighlandgames.org

Day and resident camp sessions to match your passions: • • • • • •

Hiking • Archery Arts • Leadership Outdoor Skills STEM Performance Friendship

Open to all girls in grades K-12. Financial aid available.

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FREE Summer Concert Series: BETAMAXX. Authentic ‘80s live music experience. 5:30–7 pm. Parking $10.

Lake Poway, 14644 Lake Poway Rd. www.poway.org FREE Carlsbad Art in the Village. Over 125 featured artists. 9 am–5 pm. Grand Ave., Carlsbad. www.carlsbad-village.com/ events/art-in-the-village

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#GirlDads

It was unintentional, but just so happens that dads and daughters dominate this page, so a big Happy Father’s Day shout-out to these girl dads! Find more local dads on pages 10 & 11.

Matthew Stanford of Chula Vista is Dad to Luna Rose, age 8. His best Father’s Day ever would be camping with his family, surrounded by nature, bocce ball and frisbee.

Mike Zhang of Carmel Valley is Dad to Natalie, age 6. His perfect Father’s Day is taking a bike ride with his little girl.

Matt Do of Mira Mesa is Dad to Rhys (6 mos.) and Ellie (4). His perfect Father’s Day starts with a lazy French toast breakfast at home. Then, it’s off to the beach to look for sea glass and play in the sand!

Eric Vincent Amboy of Chula Vista is Dad to Harley Mae, age 3. His perfect Father’s Day consists of doing nothing but spending time with family!

He loves taking Harley to swim and jiu-jitsu classes and going grocery shopping together on the weekend.

Check out our

Father’s Day Round-Up

of handmade gift ideas, recipes and more at www.sandiegofamily.com/thingsto-do/seasonal-happenings.

David Liberty of Santee is Dad to Reagan (3) and Amelia (11).

His perfect Father’s Day consists of hanging out with family and friends, going to the beach and barbecuing for dinner.

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Happy Father’s Day!

SPORTS CAMPS

FOR ALL AGES & SKILL LEVELS IN SAN DIEGO Whether it’s baseball or volleyball, tennis or swimming, lacrosse or basketball, we offer seasonal sports camps & clinics throughout the San Diego area.

FEATURED LOCATIONS: University of San Diego | Westview High School Francis Parker School | Bobby Riggs Racket and Paddle Club

FIND A CAMP NEAR YOU 1-800-645-3226 WWW.USSPORTSCAMPS.COM

AT UC SAN DIEGO AGES 6-17 DATES in June & July PROGRAMS include virtual reality, coding, Minecraft, Roblox, 3D modeling, and more!

STEM CAMP is about putting the future expertise in the hands of today’s youth. We believe great things are in store for our learners, whether they end up in a STEM career or not! Getting foundations, experience, and comfort in STEM will set campers up with a growth mindset and the team building attitude.

LEARN MORE 1-800-433-6060