November 13th, 2014 at 2:00 pm
Did you know that poinsettias come in more than just one color? In fact, there are about 30 varieties beside the red, white and pink Euphorbia Pulcherrima that has become one of the world’s most popular Christmas floral displays.
You can learn a lot more about poinsettias from the ground up – literally – November 22 and 23 at Weidners Gardens in Encinitas. That’s when the six-acre, 41-year-old nursery will hold its annual Poinsettia Greenhouse Tours, and you’re invited.
“The tour is a behind-the-scenes look at how poinsettias are grown, from start to finish,” said Kalim Owens, general manager at Weidners, which ships about 30,000 poinsettias to retail and wholesale locations during the holiday season.
“We’ll take everyone inside the greenhouse to see how we mix our soil and grow our plants. We’ll also give some history about the poinsettia and how it came to be a Christmas favorite. The tour is one of our most popular events of the year and it’s free of charge as always.”
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November 13th, 2014 at 12:00 pm
What:
San Dieguito Art Guild presents the fourth annual Holiday Bazaar at the Encinitas Community Center. The event and parking are free and open to the public. Shoppers get the chance to purchase one-of-a-kind artwork from local artists. The event does not import any items to the Bazaar, everything is made locally.
The San Dieguito Art Guild is a nonprofit organization that operates a gallery and offers community workshops. It features more than 200 talented local artists and is run by 15 elected directors.
Where:
Encinitas Community Center
1140 Oakcrest Park Dr.
Encinitas, CA 92024
When:
Saturday, Nov. 15
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Learn more: www.offtrackgallery.com
November 13th, 2014 at 10:00 am
What:
Tickets are on sale for one of the most influential and best-attended auto shows in the world. An estimated 900,000 guests will attend the Los Angeles Auto Show, which spans 10 days. The event was founded in 1907 and is held each November. Hosted by ANSA Productions, the show features more than 870,000 square feet of car culture.
Where:
Los Angeles Convention Center
1201 S. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90001
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November 12th, 2014 at 4:00 pm
Author: Nate Chapnick
Photo: Rolls-Royce
Information Provided By: Riviera San Diego
There’s nothing quite like piloting a Rolls-Royce, and nothing quite like stepping out of one either. The British maker’s newest model, the Wraith, makes no excuses for its luxurious largesse. This vehicle is as much about making a grand entrance at a Buckhead valet as it is about taking a glorious drive.
So, full steam ahead, and once you set a course, the Wraith plows forward with a take-no-prisoners authority. This two-door fastback boasts a German-built twin-turbocharged V12 engine that produces an astonishing 624 horsepower and 590 lb.-ft. of torque. Mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, the Wraith surges from 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds, a run that imparts a sense of effortless power to whomever assumes the wheel. The giddyup isn’t blazing—this is Rolls-Royce after all—but the Wraith is one of the most performance-forward autos the Goodwood factory has yet produced. An innovative Satellite Aided Transmission uses GPS data to anticipate gear selections based on upcoming terrain, creating an unmatched level of smoothness that makes shifts barely perceptible.
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November 12th, 2014 at 12:00 pm
Author: AnnaMaria Stephens
Photo: Art San Diego
Information Provided By: Riviera San Diego
San Diego’s answer to Art Basel may not be internationally iconic—yet—but it’s definitely mastered the successful artfest formula. Now in its sixth year, Art San Diego showcases the best of regional contemporary talent and beyond alongside the bacchanalian mingling of the scene’s longtime luminaries and bright young things.
The four-day fair, held Nov. 6-9 at Balboa Park, will feature more than 50 local, national and international exhibitors. But this is no mere knockoff. Art San Diego offers unexpected collaborations between cutting-edge artists and institutions, not to mention wine tastings, intimate meet-and-greets, a first-dibs collector’s preview and a VIP party.
“It’s the who’s who of the art world,” says Ann Berchtold, founder and director of Art San Diego. “Opening night is always standing room only.”
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