San Diego (East County)-Who’s Unplugging?
Name/Business: Julian Hard Cider Tasting Room
City/Community: Wynola (just outside Julian)
Unplugged Activity: JOIN VIKTOR ON HIS PUB CRAWL! Meet Viktor the fox (and his wolf friend), drink some hard cider and learn about the JAB Canid Education and Conservation Center. Julian Hard Cider is located in Wynola just outside the historical frontier gold mining town of Julian, California. The region's apples date back well over 100 years with special heirloom apples going back much further. The space is dog and family-friendly and has a large outdoor patio along with several other small businesses located in a former apple packing facility now named Julian Station.
Location/Contact: 4470 Julian Rd, 92036 / (760)-703-7307
Date/Time: Meet Viktor Saturday Aug 20, 3-6pm.
Tickets: $20 for a photo with Viktor HERE
Check back for more fun activities at this location coming soon!!
City/Community: La Mesa
Unplugged Activity: Lantern decorating and ice cream social!
Follow Rodney Rooster's tracks to 4690 Palm Ave to the courtyard at the La Mesa First United Methodist Church (1 block south of the Farmers Market). Kids, see if you can spot Rodney and get a small prize. Then, decorate a lantern, take a break to shop at the market or grab dinner (mention code UNPLUG for 10% off at Surf Rider Pizza). Return for an ice cream social and the lantern lighting at sunset!
This is a FREE event and ALL ARE WELCOME!! Get the flyer HERE
Location/Contact: La Mesa Village/Claudia Erickson
Date/Time: Fri, May 20, 4pm - 8pm
Name/Business: Craft Kitchen La Mesa
City/Community: La Mesa
Unplugged Activity: CELEBRATE THE OFFICIAL FIRST DAY OF SUMMER - come unplug with us on the summer solstice at Craft Kitchen in La Mesa. Featuring live music, kids crafts and summertime snacks! More details to come.
Location/Contact: 4253 Palm Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941 /(619) 461-4887
Date/Time: TUESDAY, JUNE 21 (4pm - 6pm)
Learn more about this family friendly restaurant by visiting their website HERE
Name/Business: Mt. Helix Park Foundation
City/Community: Mt. Helix/La Mesa
Unplugged Activity: Family Nature Day - Fun for all ages from adult learning lectures to activities for the kids. Bring a picnic or grab something from the food truck. Vendors from various nature minded organizations will have booths and activities. The Unplugged Village booth will have a rock painting activity for kids and small prizes for anyone that can spot mascot “Rodney Rooster” hidden somewhere in the Park. You can also download a scavenger hunt for the kids HERE to use anytime you like.
Location/Contact: Park in the lower lot located at the corner of Vivera and Mt. Helix Dr. and take a hike to the top, or park inside the gates at 4901 Mt. Helix Dr. /(619) 741-4363
Date/Time: 6/25 any time from 9-3.
Learn more HERE about Mt. Helix Park Foundation.
Name/Business: Principe de Tricase Winery
City/Community: Ramona
Unplugged Activity: JOIN THE VIKTOR PUB CRAWL: CRAFT & SIP! Event includes a craft (decorate a fox planter with succulents), supervision from Viktor the fox, and photo with him. Have a yummy glass of natural Italian wine (additional $) and learn about the JAB Canid Education and Conservation Center. Principe is an Italian family owned winery offering live music, craft events, and an animal enclosure with rabbits, ducks peacocks and more. They are child, dog and yes, even HORSE friendly. Italian soda and tea bar, plus Italian, Vegan and Gluten Free snacking options. Open Fri - Sun.
Location/Contact: 18425 Highland Valley Rd, Ramona, CA 92065 / (760) 315-8872
Date/Time: The Viktor Pub Crawl is June 24, 3-6pm.
Tickets: $50 can be purchased HERE
Learn more about Principe’s workshops, specials and hours of operation HERE.
Name/Business: Dictionary Hill Open Spaces Advocates
City/Community: Spring Valley/Casa de Oro
Unplugged Activity: Join us for our 17th Annual Endangered Species Day
Endangered Species Day is a chance to celebrate the biodiversity all around us and remember why we must constantly strive to protect our most cherished wildlife species and their habitat. DHOSA is sharing this LINK of 10 easy things you can do to participate in the day. Visit Dictionary Hill Open Space Preserve and learn about their other events coming up and the ecological importance of one of the newest San Diego County parks.
Location/Contact: the corner of Buena Vista Ave. and Eucalyptus St. /(619) 644-5492
Date/Time: May 20.
Learn more HERE about Dictionary Hill or visit their Facebook page.
Name/Business: Farmstand 67
City/Community: Ramona
Unplugged Activity: This unique business is a farm/garden stop where you can find fresh & local produce; experience an old fashioned & fun shopping experience and be inspired to bring more green into your life. They have fun, hands-on workshops from mosaics to pottery and planters. learn & be inspired w/ creative ideas & healthy living. Follow them on Facebook to find out about current classes and special farm to table events. Kids can also search for gnomes and Rodney Rooster around the grounds!
Location/Contact: 16827 CA-67, Ramona, CA 92065 /Carolina (760) 520-3989
Date/Time: Open Fri - Sun 10am - 5pm only.
Learn more HERE about Farmstand67.
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