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Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
For much of the country this year, March simultaneously is bringing hope that spring may in fact return to North America AND the awareness that every car is at risk for the foreseeable future. All winter long, water seeps into asphalt cracks, freezes, expands, melts, and freezes again, and bit by bit the driving experience becomes a game called Avoid the
Crater. But lately I’ve started seeing the repair trucks out there again, their bright-vested workers moving methodically from hole to hole with their shovels. Every time I pass them, it gives me a lift, not just because it means someday soon I'll start seeing flowers out in the real world, but also because potholes are one of those perfect reminders of what humans do. Playrooms, projects, and paperwork start out neat, but over time, weather, wear, gravity, and
procrastination take their toll. No matter how strict the system, order gradually slides toward chaos. And then humans step in and make it right again. I saw the cycle in action at the KidsOutAndAbout office last week: Our storage room had slowly become a museum of random supplies, half-filled bins, and Christmas decorations that had been tossed in with a hopeful Future Us will deal with this someday. Fortunately, my colleague Michelle, who works in our data department,
is also a genius organizer. A few hours after Future Michelle stepped in and applied logic and elbow grease, the little room had transformed from a cluttered cave into a serene space. The quickening of the seasons seems to bring that same energy into our homes: Closets get sorted, garages get swept, junk drawers finally meet their match. It feels good, not just because the space looks better, but because fixing things reminds us of something important: Disorder is normal, but
it’s not permanent. Humans can step in and bring brightness back. So here’s to spring cleaning, organized shelves, and freshly patched roads. Our tires, and our spirits, roll much more smoothly because humans fill potholes.
—Debra Ross, publisher of KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse
Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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KidsOutAndAbout.com: Discover more. Do more. Connect more. If you like my publisher's column, you can easily scroll through past columns in the "Notes from Deb" section of our site. |
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Foodies and craft beer aficionados will love SeaWorld's Seven Seas Craft Beer & Food Festival, featuring craft beer from favorite local breweries, plus fresh international cuisine infused with local, sustainable ingredients and unique signature flavors from around the world. In addition to hundreds of tasty bites and delicious drinks, guests can enjoy live music and their favorite animal exhibits, including dolphins, sea lions, bat rays, flamingos, sea otters, and more.
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Come support the San Diego Gulls this season. Watch our home hockey team at the Pechanga Arena.
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All aboard! Come visit our miniature marvel in the Seeds of Wonder garden. Our model trains are volunteer operated Thursday through Saturday. Stop by the Welcome Center and check with our Guest Services team to see if the trains are running during your visit!
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A San Diego Padres home game at Petco Park offers a premier MLB experience, blending high-energy baseball with a scenic, downtown atmosphere in one of baseball's top-rated stadiums. Fans enjoy competitive action featuring stars like Fernando Tatis Jr. in a park known for its, unique, open-air design, local cuisine, and the historic Western Metal Supply Co. building.
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We're thrilled to host a stop on this year’s Animal Crossing: New Horizons Aquarium Tour, in partnership with Nintendo of America. Inspired by the in-game aquarium experience, guests will dive into a real-world aquarium with an Animal Crossing: New Horizons twist from February 16 through March 26, 2026. During the tour, guests can expect Animal Crossing: New Horizons themed activities throughout the aquarium including a photo opportunity featuring characters from the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game. Other opportunities include standees of familiar characters, exhibit signage featuring Blathers giving creature descriptions with information from the game and themed merchandise in the Gift Shop.
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Rain or Shine, the Chula Vista Farmers' Market invites everyone to come out and enjoy bites, sips, and trinkets from local vendors every Sunday from 10am to 2pm. The crisp morning, the warm sun rays, and the friendly vendors allow for a welcoming environment for the community and visitors to join together and have a wonderful time walking along the Chula Vista Farmers' Market. Bring home some local produce, baked goods, fresh flowers, salsa, and much more. There are over 60 tents to explore next to the beautiful Memorial Park, so stop by next Sunday!
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Book this private 45-Minute In-Person Tour for an opportunity to meet with our Director, Heather Davis, to learn more about our English/Spanish Bilingual Immersion programs. During the tour, our Director will dive into our Toddler, Primary - Kindergarten programs. She'll be sure to answer any questions you may have while talking about how Montessori will benefit your child and your family. Simply choose the date and that works best for you. Upon booking, you will receive a confirmation email so that you have the meeting details to save on your calendar. Your child is welcome to join you on this tour!
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Enjoy a fun, engaging storytime led by the Escondido Public Library and connect with local community resource partners, including WestPac Wealth Partners and Gently Hugged, plus a rotating guest partner each month.
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Supported by dedicated volunteers, SAPLINGS is a family program designed by our Education Team to support early childhood connections to nature through play and seasonal activities.
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The Cherry Blossom Festival returns to JFG on March 12th - 15th! We're excited to welcome spring and celebrate the annual Japanese tradition of hanami! The garden will host a variety of daily performances, food, vendors and fun activities for the entire family. There's something for everyone to enjoy. The mission of the Japanese Friendship Garden Society of San Diego (JFG) is to develop a traditional Japanese garden as a center to educate, engage, and inspire people of diverse backgrounds about Japanese culture and community legacy.
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The KidsOutAndAbout annual guide to summer camps in the San Diego area is back! You can search by date, age, or categories like day/overnight, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts & crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, & more.
Our guide puts summer fun right at your fingertips!
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the San Diego area? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're escaping
a spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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Click here to discover Birthday party locations in the San Diego area. From Arcades to Ziplines our Big List will help you think outside the box and plan the party of your kids' dreams! KidsOutAndAbout has dozens of ideas!
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2025's best places to take kids in San Diego as voted by parents. Who won the top spot? An indoor play center, museum, farm, nature center, sports team? Click through to find out, as well as favorite Arts Educator, Sports Educator, and STEM educator! Plus
there is LOTS more to do in San Diego!
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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