The Pride of Hillcrest Block Party returns to Pride Plaza, Friday, July 12, and celebraties the culture, history, diversity and LGBTQ+ community that lives, works and plays in San Diego's most colorful and vibrant community. This year’s theme, “Free to be you” celebrates everyone’s right to be their true selves (and that Block Party is Free this year). The event features a diverse line-up of local and international talent. The festival  features a craft cocktail bar and beer garden sponsored by Miller Coors, food trucks, go-go dances, a DJ dance party, and a giant Ferris-Wheel that takes in the views of Hillcrest's giant Rainbow Pride Flag. Tickets at Fabulous Hillcrest

Wander, explore and enjoy a free local art experience during Friday Night Liberty at ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station from 5-9 p.m. June 7! This select Friday will feature an Amplified Concert + Market. See special dance performances, a free concert, a craft beer garden, over 50 creative vendors, and, of course, open studios and galleries! Visitors can start their stroll at the Dick Laub NTC Command Center, 2640 Historic Decatur Road, and pick up a monthly program and District map. Friday Night Liberty Also, don't miss Summer Solstice with the Arts on Friday, June 21, Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23. Details here

Watch classic cars, muscle cars, hot-rods, kit-cars and more cruise down Main Street in Ramona every Thursday night during Ramona American Graffiti Cruise Nights, running now through September. Drivers who want to participate can meet at Ron’s Tire & Brake at Etcheverry and Main streets. Their route then runs east on Main Street up to Sixth Street, where they typically turn, go down a block, then return to Main Street to make their way back toward Denny’s, where they loop around and repeat the route. Onlookers are invited to bring lawn chairs, snacks and cameras while they enjoy the parade-style procession of motorists. Ramona American Graffiti Cruise Nights

Soar over San Diego and enjoy high-flying fun for the whole family with San Diego Parasailing Adventures in Mission Beach! Experience two tours in one: a thrilling offshore powerboat ride, and an amazing Parasailing Sky-Tour! San Diego Parasailing Adventures offers “winch-direct” parasailing, allowing passengers (up to three at a time!) to take off and land from on board the boat. A top San Diego attraction since 1989, this adventure of a lifetime is located in Mission Bay near Sea World. Ask about their new 800-foot SkyRider Flight and GoPro Video/Photo Package. San Diego Parasail Adventures Coupon

Take in bold and provocative works by this downtown San Diego professional theatre company, inspiring audiences for more than four decades. Performances are held at the Lyceum, a state-of-the-art theatre complex below Horton Plaza. For its 44th season, the REP invites audiences to sing along to the top hits made at Gold Star Recording Studios in the 1950s and 60s in the world premiere musical “33 1/3: House of Dreams” (Aug. 1-25) by Jonathan Rosenberg and Brad Ross. The curtain next rises on festive music from Mexico in playwright-in-residence Herbert Siguenza’s new comedy “Bad Hombres/Good Wives.” (Oct. 3 – Oct. 27). For a change of pace, the REP then delves into the powerful drama “Hold These Truths” (Nov. 14 – Dec. 8), the inspiring true story of American hero Gordon Hirabayashi, a young man who defied an unjust order. The drama is followed by the 2016 Tony-Award winner for Best Play “The Humans,” (Jan. 9 – Feb. 2, 2020), a fresh look at the hilarity and heart of the modern American family. Inspired by the epic legends of Indian history, “House of Joy “(March 5 – 29, 2020) by Madhuri Shekar is a swashbuckling action-adventure romance centering on strong women who battle each other as well as a world threatening to enter their sacred space; the season closes with the brilliance of of “Hershey Felder, with A Paris Love Story,” (May 7 – May 31, 2020), featuring the music of Impressionist composer, Claude Debussy. Tickets

Raise a glass on the De Portola Wine Trail! This five-mile stretch of wineries on De Portola Road hosts some of the most scenic views of Temecula’s Wine Country. Rich in history, the trail passes through Valle de los Caballos, which translates to The "Valley of the Horses" — an area surrounded by tranquil horse farms with charming white fences, scattered throughout the rolling hills of this picturesque destination. The elegant but welcoming architecture and lush vineyards of nine neighboring wineries create the perfect country setting for wine-tasting with friends, hosting a corporate event or planning the wedding of your dreams. Call (855) 398-9463 or find out more about this association of successful wine growers in Temecula Valley here

In honor of the military, the Heritage of the Americas Museum is proud to be a Blue Star Museum. Military and their families get free admission from May 18-Sept. 2. At Heritage of the Americas, journey through time as you visit four museums in one place: Natural History features specimens from throughout the world. Archaeology is filled with pre-Columbian artifacts from North, Central and South America. The artifacts in Anthropology represent Native American life after 1492. The Art Wing has contemporary western art and a Chinese collection, including a jade burial suit from the Han Dynasty. Stroll through the botanical gardens, containing exotic palm trees on one side and desert plants on the other. Enjoy a coupon for one FREE adult admission here.

The Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Association, Inc. announces the return of its popular Engineer-For-An Hour program starting on June 1 and running several weekends between June and September.  Engineer For An Hour allows you to sit in the engineer’s seat of one of the museum's powerful diesel locomotives and take charge under the guidance a certified locomotive engineer. The Pacific Southwest Railway Museum Association is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of railroads as they existed in the Pacific Southwest. With over 120 pieces of equipment and artifacts on display between two facilities in Campo and La Mesa,  the Association provides a unique learning experience for all ages.  Train schedules vary, and guests are asked to check the web site for any changes.

Marvel over out-of-this-world oral care at The Super Dentists, fighting cavities and conquering crooked teeth for over 20 years in San Diego County. Families love this kid-centered practice, providing state-of-the-art pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, parent dentistry, and advanced teeth-whitening options. All five locations (with a sixth planned in Escondido) have theme-park designed lounges, games, movies and more that help kids look forward to visiting the dentist. The practice has also added a new Augmented Reality app, allowing patients to meet animated characters like "Dr. Have One Super Smile" and "The Tooth Keri," who answer dental questions in 3-D mini movies. For the best dental experience on the planet, book a visit today. The Super Dentists

Enjoy the bold flavors of fresh seafood and shellfish to aged steaks, poultry, pastas and more at McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood & Steaks, with regional locations in downtown San Diego and Irvine. The restaurants are noted nationwide for dishes prepared with local ingredients and menus that change twice daily. Satisfy your tastebuds with dishes like sizzling Prime Bone-In Ribeye Steak or pan-seared Chilean Seabass, and fresh (shipped overnight) Hawaiian Bigeye Ahi Tuna from the Chef’s Corner. Stop in for breakfast (San Diego location only), a classic business lunch, an intimate dining experience, a celebration, or take in the lively bar atmosphere and nosh on Baja Fish Tacos, burgers and other bites during the restaurant’s famous Happy Hour. McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood & Steaks

Summer is a beautiful time to stroll around Fiesta de Reyes! Did you know Fiesta de Reyes is home to 19 unique specialty shops featuring authentic, historically themed, one-of-a-kind items that are perfect for gifts or for yourself. Tienda de Reyes has a huge selection of fascinating Mexican folk art, fun, memorable souvenirs, beautiful, festive women’s apparel, accessories and much more! Time to get shopping! Fiesta de Reyes

Sign up for the Cabrillo Sunset 5K Fun Run & Walk on Saturday July 20, 2019! The race is organized by the Cabrillo National Monument Foundation. Sure to be an exhilarating outdoor experience, the Cabrillo Challenge route takes you down 200 feet to the tide pools with a pristine ocean view to enjoy while running/walking the route. All participants will receive a numbered bib and T-shirt. Sign up for the race here

Discover a bargain-hunter’s paradise and find unique treasures at Kobey’s Swap Meet, open from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday! At Kobey’s, you never know what you’ll find and every weekend is a new adventure. Shop for fresh fruit, flowers, toys, antiques and collectibles and so much more. Kobey's Swap Meet at the Sports Arena is San Diego's biggest outdoor market, drawing close to 25,000 shoppers and 1,000 sellers weekly. Admission is only $1 on Fridays and $2 Saturdays and Sundays. Children 11 and under get in free! Enjoy $1 OFF a shopper's admission Saturday or Sunday only here.

Satisfy your South-of-the-Border cravings at Marieta's, a Mexican favorite that customers have loved for generations. The family-owned restaurant is known for its authentic cuisine prepared with quality ingredients, sauces and dressings. Marieta's has three East County locations (La Mesa, El Cajon, Santee), all offering tacos, burritos and tostadas as well as many delicious combination platters (served with rice and beans). Popular menu choices include sizzling fajitas (beef, chicken, shrimp and combination), Enchilada Suizas (with homemade green sauce and sour cream) and Pollo Sonora. Don't miss their lunch specials from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri., Sunday Champagne Brunch from 9 a.m.-2 p.m including a free glass of champagne or margarita, and Marieta's famous Happy Hour 2-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat. featuring one free appetizer plus specials prices on house margaritas; Happy Hour prices all day Mon.-Tues. Open daily. Be sure to visit their newest location in Alpine. Marieta's

Little kids and big kids will love 2019 Open Cockpit Days at the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum, the only museum in the world dedicated to United States Marine Corps aviation. Sit in the cockpits of fighter jets and in the cargo area of a helicopter, and visit the museum on Facebook to post your future aviator piloting an F/A 18! “Open Cockpit Days” run from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 2019 Dates: May 25-26, June 8-9, June 22-23, July 6-7, July 20-21, August 3-4, August 17-18, September 1. Learn more about “Open Cockpit Days” here.

The Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park offers weekly summer camps (both half-day and full-day) from June 17-August 16, 2019, for kids in grades Pre-K through 8. Hands-on science themes include: Sensational Senses; Bubbles, Boats and Beyond; Simple Machines; Space Explorer; Art-ology; Coding Concepts;  Gross & Gooey Science;  Bugs, Rocks & The Wild; Energy Explorer; Superhero Science; Super Solar System; Chemistry in the Kitchen; Wizards' Workshop; Construction Crew; Spy Camp; Magic For Muggles; Space Camp; Young Tinkerers; Extreme Earth; Chemistry With a Bang; eCamp; Movie Magic; MINDSTORM Robotics; Unseen Science; Women Scientists in Action and more! Students in grades 3–8 can participate in ThoughtSTEM camps, which teach the intricacies of computer coding. Interactive exhibits, IMAX^® films, and out-of-this world instructors make science learning fun. View detailed camp descriptions and dates here. To register, call (619) 238-1233 x806 or visit the Fleet online. The Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park is open 365 days a year. For 20 percent off regular admission, click here: Fleet Science Center Coupon

Enjoy warm hospitality and award-winning services at Glorietta Bay Inn, an elegant Coronado Island hotel, one block from the beach and overlooking beautiful Glorietta Bay. Just minutes from downtown San Diego, it features a wonderful complimentary expanded continental breakfast, afternoon refreshments, a heated pool and spa, robes in every room, free Wi-Fi, refrigerators, microwaves, safes, HBO on demand in every room, and much more. Check the inn's internet special and save up to 20 percent on travel dates through June 13. To make reservations for the holidays, call (800) 283-9383 or visit Glorietta Bay Inn here

EcoVivarium Explorers Summer Day Camp registration is now open! The camps are being held in Balboa Park. Learn through hands-on experiences with reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods! Explore the park, meet the animals and learn a ton, all while having loads of fun! Summer Camp Dates: June 17-June 21, June 24-June 28, July 15-July 19, July 22-July 26, Aug. 5- Aug. 9, Aug. 12-Aug. 16. Register here

Take a summer stroll through the Marston House Museum & Gardens, a beautiful historic site preserved by the nonprofit Save Our Heritage Organisation, or SOHO. Explore the grounds and canyon pathways in the shade of towering pine, eucalyptus and oak trees. Learn about one of San Diego's most prominent families and the master architects and landscape designers who worked with the family to create one of the region's most important estates. The Marston House Museum & Gardens is open year-round. Buy One Ticket, Get Another Free at SOHO Museums and Historic sites here

Delight in elegant ambiance and a deliciously imaginative menu at Lanna Thai Cuisine in Pacific Beach. Lanna Thai offers light and healthy Thai cuisine with homemade recipes passed through generations. Stop in for a memorable lunch or dinner daily. Lanna Thai Cuisine

Join Frangipani Estate Winery for yoga classes in May, June and July. Classes are for beginner to expert levels, and will be followed by a glass of wine and a nutritious breakfast bar. Immerse yourself in relaxation and enjoy breathtaking views of the Temecula Wine Country. Classes are May 4, May 18, June 1, June 15, June 29, July 13 and July 27. and start at 9 a.m. $35 per person. Call (951) 699-8845 with questions. Register here.

Hop aboard an exciting summer of Model Railroad Camp at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum in June and July. Full day and half-day camps are available. Explore the multitude of disciplines required to build a model railroad. Working from a track plan, campers will construct an operational, themed scale model, from track laying, ballasting, scenery construction, and circuitry. Campers will investigate and apply design principles, research unusual railroad cars, and learn why engineers use arches in the construction of railroad bridges. Scaffolded activities accommodate students of different ages. 2019 Summer Camp Schedule

The Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad joins the global "Make Music Day" celebration on June 21 by offering free admission and musical activities all day long. There is something for everyone during Make Music Day including the invitation to bring an instrument and play on one of the performance stages. More details here. The museum is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays year-round. For $1 off regular admission, click here: Museum of Making Music Coupon

Break bread with friends and family at Gregorio’s Italian Restaurant, situated on the second level of the seaside shopping plaza Village Faire in Carlsbad. Open daily for lunch and dinner, Gregorio’s robust menu features everything from pasta primavera to specialty thin-crust pizzas, plus soups, salads and sandwiches. Seafood, chicken and grilled items such as the artfully prepared filet mignon round out the menu. The restaurant's new lunch menu is offered 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (760) 720-1132 or visit Gregorio’s online.

Call Catrina Russell, Coldwell Banker’s top real estate agent in San Diego County. A longtime resident of the Ocean Beach/Point Loma area, she has received the Customer Service Business of the Year Award by the Ocean Beach MainStreet Association four years in a row. Dedicated and professional, Catrina consistently exceeds her clients’ expectations. For a free, no-obligation home evaluation, or if you are considering selling or purchasing a home, contact her at Catrina@CatrinaRussell.com, call 619-226-BUYS(2897) or visit Catrina Russell online

Turkey avocado sandwich (plus sprouts, greens, tomato, onion and hummus on toasted whole wheat with a garden salad) anyone? Order this fresh, homemade delight and other top-of-the-line sandwiches, plus delicious soups, salads and pastas made from scratch at Prontos Gourmet Market! Prontos is THE place to enjoy breakfast and lunch, and pick up dinners-to-go in Carlsbad Village. Prontos offers many specials, along with its amazing array of gourmet foods and specialty items like Classic Shepherd's Pie, Angus Beef Osso Bucco, Greek Stuffed Chicken, Wild Atlantic Salmon, Lobster Macaroni and Cheese. Not to be missed is the large pastry case filled with cobblers, cakes, bars and other homemade treats. Dine indoors or out on the sunny patio. The family-owned market also offers catering for everything from business luncheons to elaborate events. Call (760) 434-2644 or visit Prontos online.

Discover immense talent and exceptional stage productions in the intimate setting of North Coast Repertory Theatre in Solana Beach. The Rep’s 37th season continues with "A Walk in the Woods" (May 29-June 23). Set in the midst of the Cold War, U.S. and Soviet arms negotiators agree to meet informally. Their conversations are laced with both humor and discord. With world tensions escalating, Lee Blessing’s play is especially relevant today.  For ticket information, call (858) 481-1055 or book online here 

Savor the new Sauvignon Blanc at Milagro Winery, the panoramic 110-acre Ramona winery bottling estate-grown Bordeaux and Italian varietals in an intimate, enchanting setting. Rolling hills and stunning sunsets provide a spectacular backdrop for weddings, private parties and other special events. Check their calendar for live music on select Saturdays! Milagro Winery

Dive into the world of wildlife and "SEA the Change," the newest exhibit at the Living Coast Discovery Center. "SEA the Change," explores all the ways nature all around us is changing, and shows you ways you can be the change and will inspire you to make a difference for our planet. Summer camps for kids ages 4-18 will include interactive activities involving the center's new animal ambassadors, special animal feedings, and more! Summer Camp Sessions will run June 10 from July 26. For more information call (619) 409-5908 or visit the center online. The center is open daily. Enjoy 2-for-1 admission to the center here: Living Coast Discovery Center Coupon

Get rolling and see the sights with family or out-of-town guests! Wheel Fun Rentals has multiple San Diego County locations providing the ultimate experience in outdoor fun. Offering everything from traditional cruiser bikes to carriage-like Surreys, Deuce Coupes and tandem cycles, you won't find a larger variety of recreational rental equipment anywhere! With locations at the Oceanside Pier and many in San Diego, including along the Embarcadero and on Coronado Island, Wheel Fun Rentals has your ride covered! Enjoy $5 off any bike rental here

For authentic Mexican cuisine, head to Fiesta de Reyes, a shopping and dining venue where frosty margaritas, tasty tacos and succulent seafood dishes tempt the palate at three diverse restaurants: Casa De Reyes, featuring a garden setting, fire pits and a fiesta with lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch; Barra Barra Saloon, a friendly watering hole serving Californio Mex fare and an extensive list of tequilas; and the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant, which invites patrons to dine outdoors on the Orchard Terrace or indoors in the more formal Grand Sala while enjoying Mexican favorites, American grill and fresh seafood. At Fiesta de Reyes, mariachi bands and beautiful folklorico dancers entertain visitors every day of the week. The surrounding courtyard also has 19 specialty shops selling everything from Mexican desserts to ghost tours. Fiesta de Reyes

Find unique Father''s Day and graduation gifts at the Dinosaur Gallery in Del Mar. The store carries an amazing selection of crystals, jewelry, exquisite artist collectibles, meteorites, corals and shells, a 2.7 billion-year-old stromatolite found in Australia and much more. Stop in anytime from 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat. (closed Wednesdays) and from noon-5 p.m. Sundays. Dinosaur Gallery is right next to the Del Mar Library. Call (858) 794-4855 for more information.

Spice up your lunch or dinner plans and head to this family of Himalayan restaurants, serving fresh and healthy Indian, Nepalese and Tibetan dishes throughout San Diego County. Open daily, all four restaurants impress patrons with their authentic offerings, such as Himalayan Lentil Soup, Biryani (mixed rice) and Momo (steamed dumpling) selections, vegetarian entrées, chicken, lamb and Tandoori dishes as well as the popular Garlic Cilantro Naan Bread. All feature a lunch special with a choice of two entrees, rice, lentils, soup and naan for only $8.95-$9.95.  Restaurant locations are in La Mesa, Mira Mesa, Mission Valley and Chula Vista. Get $10 off a purchase of $35 or more here