November 17th, 2014 at 10:00 am
Southern Californians know planning a garden that can withstand drought conditions isn’t easy. To get the most out of your garden, don’t wait until spring to start planting. Grab your shovel and start digging this month. Typically, November yields 10 percent of our annual rainfall. Our soil temperatures are still warm, which makes it an ideal time to get out there and plant!
Start your drought-tolerant garden by testing your irrigation system. Make sure all lines are clear and everything is working efficiently before you do your planting. Having your system in place will help you plan your garden.
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November 14th, 2014 at 11:00 am
Proceeds from The Charitable Foundation of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
silent auction to benefit Warrior Foundation Freedom Station.
The Warrior Foundation Freedom Station is a nonprofit foundation created by real estate professionals to support injured and disabled military heroes who seek temporary lodging.
The San Diego chapter of The Charitable Foundation of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties will present “Day at the Races,” a benefit on Nov. 20 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The event includes food, drinks and a silent auction to support deserving servicemen and servicewomen.
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November 14th, 2014 at 8:00 am
Angelinos, if slaving over a hot oven to make a Thanksgiving feast at home isn’t your idea of a festive holiday, don’t worry. No one needs to tell you there are hundreds of places to dine out on Thanksgiving Day or pick up a precooked meal that tastes like it’s straight out of Mom’s kitchen (or maybe even better).
We rounded up a few of them in a blog post this time last year. As expected, some are no longer around, and new ones have popped to take their place. Here are a few that are still going strong, plus new additions to the scene, as well as some classics that just seem to get more popular with time.
If you’re planning to dine in or carry out this Thanksgiving, be sure to call ahead to make a reservation or place your order. The earlier you plan, the sooner you’ll be chowing down.
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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
