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“What’s New?” Exhibition at San Diego Watercolor Society

December 24, 2007

San Diego Watercolor Society(SDWS) presents an exhibition of original watercolor paintings entitled “What’s New?” for the month of January, juried by Craig Anderson.  Approximately 80 paintings created by SDWS members are on display and for sale.  Join the artists for a reception on First Friday, January 4th, 5-8pm.

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San Diego Watercolor Society is located at the NTC Promenade in Liberty Station, 2825 Dewey Road #105, San Diego, CA 92106.  Gallery hours are from Wednesday-Sunday 11am-5pm, and FREE to the public!

SDWS is one of the most respected non-profit watermedia organizations in the U.S. The topnotch gallery showcases monthly exhibitions of member paintings presented for sale.  A large light-filled space is also available for workshops, led every month by world-class instructors.  The current 800 members are encouraged to use all forms of water based media, including acrylics and mixed media.  Members can also take advantage of the extensive library of books and videotapes. Other benefits include no-cost professionally led paint-outs on Wednesdays and Saturdays. For more information please visit www.sdws.org or call (619) 876-4550.

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Free Day of Dance for the Holidays at Liberty Station

December 24, 2007

Dance Place San Diego, the state-of-the-art 20,000 dance building located at NTC Promenade in Liberty Station, have a holiday gift for the entire community: a Free Day of Dance on Wednesday, Dec. 26 from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.  

Jean Isaacs San Diego Dance Theater, Malashock Dance and San Diego Ballet invite the public into their studios for free classes that last throughout the day.  All levels are welcome to this open house.  Classes range from yoga and stretching to modern, improv and classical dance. 

Please visit their respective websites listed for a complete schedule: www.sandiegodancetheater.org, www.malashockdance.org and www.sandiegoballet.org.   

Dance Place San Diego Studios are located at 2650 Truxtun Road, Suite 202, Point Loma, San Diego, CA 92106.  For more information, please contact Toni Robin at TR@TRPRSanDiego.com or (858) 483-3918. 

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Jean Isaacs San Diego Dance Theater Workshop

December 19, 2007

Join Jean Isaacs San Diego Dance Theater’s Five-Day Workshop with Master Teacher and Choreographer, Gabriel Masson!  From December 27 – 31, 2007, at 10AM to noon located in the Dance Place San Diego, 2650 Truxtun Road, Suite 108 at the NTC Promenade in Liberty Station.

Go online at sandiegodancetheater.org or call (619) 225-1803 to register.  The cost for 5 classes is $90 or $20 for a single class.

LOOK AHEAD TO NEXT YEAR with a special 3-day 18 hour workshop with the amazing Joe Goode!  On March 7, 8, and 9, 2008 at the Jean Isaacs San Diego Dance Theater.  The first 20 registrants get this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for $300 for the entire session (no partial registrations accepted). 

For more information on Jean Isaacs San Diego Dance Theater workshops and performances, please visit www.sandiegodancetheater.org.

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San Diego Gymnastics — Newest Tenant to Call Liberty Station Home

December 18, 2007

San Diego Gymnastics joins our growing list of health and wellness facilities here at Liberty Station.  San Diego Gymnastics is a unique place for athletes, as well as for the entire family.  It functions in the belief that the elements of gymnastics are the basis for all sports, and they are committed to every athlete benefiting from being a member of the club.  

San Diego Gymnastics offers drop off periods in the mornings and afternoons.  And for parents that need to drop off their kids a bit early, a designated homework area will be provided for those that arrive early or need to stay a little after class.  And every other Friday, they will offer “Date Night” for parents to go out and enjoy an evening together from 6pm-9pm.  

The age range is from 18 months to 18 years old, and their programs focus on sports training, conditioning, and yoga.  For more information, please contact Christina Grady at (619) 247-1200.  Their targeted opening is in February 2008, and will be located off of Historic Decatur and Roosevelt Road. 

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Blind Wine Tasting at Mellow

December 17, 2007

MELLOW A Wine Bar’s first blind tasting will be held on Tuesday, December 18th from 6-8 PM for $12.  A paper bag will be placed over five red wine varietals.  The blind wine tasting will also include a discussion on the differences and complexities of each red wine.  The person who best identifies the wines, will receive a free bottle of wine! 

Mellow is located at Liberty Station, 2556 Laning Road, San Diego, CA  92106.  For more information, please call (619) 223-3346. 

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Living on Easy Street…

December 13, 2007

Liberty Station was recently named one of the “Best Neighborhoods to Retire” by Money Magazine.  According to the Money experts, Liberty Station, “…feels like a small town with wide streets and palm-tree-lined plazas, and yet a 2.5-mile bike ride or a $7 water-taxi fare are all that separate it from downtown.”

Click here to see the full article: “Best Neighborhoods to Retire” by Money Magazine and you can also view the article on Money Magazine’s website: http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2007/moneymag/0710/gallery.bpretire.moneymag/6.html

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An Amazing Saturday at Liberty Station…

December 13, 2007

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If you stopped by Liberty Station last Saturday you witnessed and enjoyed the hundreds of contestants that came to Liberty Station to audition for the hit-CBS reality show the Amazing Race.  With participation from several of our merchants like Jacobs & Spadea Jewelers, Oggi’s Pizza and Brewing Company and Hilton Homewood Suites to name a few, Liberty Station hosted an exciting and successful day, teaming with CBS to bring the 2008-season Amazing Race auditions to Southern California.                                      

 Thanks to US Karate Academy and Capoeira Brasil the hundreds of contestants were treated to all-day entertainment while they rehearsed their auditions along the south promenade.                                  

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The reality show airs locally on KFMB, Channel 8 on Sunday’s at 8pm.

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Liberty Station Continues To Bloom With Accolades!

December 11, 2007

The Corky McMillin Companies was recognized with an orchid award for the design and construction of the beautiful promenades at Liberty Station in the category of “Excellence in Urban Design”.  The NTC Promenade was also acknowledged for their use of the spaces for festivals and events which make them come alive with activity.  Dennis Otsuiji, principal at ONA landscape architects was the primary designer with input from architect Mark Steele of MW Steele Group and landscape architect Andy Spurlock of Spurlock Poirer.  Their challenge was to transform the old “grinders”-the military term for drill field where recruits marched and performed drills, into a special urban space for civilian use. Orchids & Onions, a premier architectural awards program, highlighted, “The developers have created a lush oasis ringed with flowering plants and highlighted with water features.”

The awards ceremony was held on Friday, November 30th at the North Park Theatre.  Orchids & Onions is a program of the San Diego Architectural Foundation (SDAF), a non-profit public membership organization.  The panel of judges consisted of local architects, professors and artists.

You can link to the article, This Year’s Orchids and Onions Awards written in the Union Tribune on November 30, 2007 here –http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/metro/20071130-2150-bn1orchlist.html.   

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Navy Federal Credit Union Grand Opening

December 11, 2007

nfcu_pms540.jpgNavy Federal Credit Union’s new branch at Liberty Station held its Opening Celebration on Saturday December 8 from 10am – 3pm.  Free Refreshments, special giveaways, and fun activities were available to all that visited their branch.  Throughout December, the Navy Federal Credit Union at Liberty Station will offer special gifts to members who open a savings, certificate, checking or a Kids Club account. 

Navy Federal is located at at 3400 Historic Decatur Road, San Diego, CA 92106 – the corner of Womble and Historic Decatur Roads, next to La Salsa.  The hours of operation is Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 6:00pm, and Saturday from 9:00am to 3:00pm.  This service location has a 24 hours ATM.  For more information, please call (888) 842-6328.

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The Candle Factory Punch Card Special

December 6, 2007

Just in time for the holidays…The Candle Factory is offering buy 12, 3×3 candles and get a free tall 3×6 candle!  Here is the link for the print out of the baker’s dozen punch cards.  Happy shopping, and happy holidays!

The Candle Factory is locted at 2445 Truxton Road, San Diego, CA  92106.  For more information, please call (619) 955-8150.   

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