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| Available now! A new photo essay book by Richard Benton |
Apr 25, 08 thru May 27, 08 |
On sale in the Balboa Park Visitors Center - Balboa Park - a photo essay by Richard Benton.
Enjoy beautiful color photos of American's largest ...  |
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| Balboa Park Study |
Apr 23, 08 thru Sep 30, 08 |
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The Soul of San Diego: Keeping Balboa Park Magnificent in its Second Century
Please join the Balboa Park Committee at ... |
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| A Day in Pompeii |
Feb 15, 08 thru Jun 15, 08 |
| Discover an ancient story of human drama and natural disaster. This compelling exhibition features authentic artifacts from Pompeii, buried in ... |
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| Strange Matter |
Feb 9, 08 thru Jul 20, 08 |
| Hands-on exhibition delves into the world of materials science, or the study of 'stuff'. A dynamic blend of physics, chemistry, and ... |
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| Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat |
Apr 25, 08 thru May 11, 08 |
| Nowadays a skilled interpreter of dreams could be found anywhere from Balboa Park's Prado to Oprah's sound stage. But in Biblical times, the ... |
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| Southern California Regional Awards Exhibition |
Mar 29, 08 thru May 11, 08 |
| SDAI's largest juried regional exhibition of the year. |
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| No-Border Arts |
Apr 19, 08 thru May 18, 08 |
| The transformation and evolution of Chicano/Latin arts. |
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| Rhythms of India: The Art of Nandalal Bose (1882-1966) |
Feb 23, 08 thru May 18, 08 |
| Through collaboration with the government of India, the San Diego Museum of Art has organized the first comprehensive traveling exhibition in ... |
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| The Glass Menagerie |
Apr 12, 08 thru May 18, 08 |
| The Old Globe's "Classics Up Close" series continues with the play that established Tennessee Williams as one of the most riveting ... |
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| Boy's Day Celebration |
May 1, 08 thru May 31, 08 |
| Boy's Day Festival in Japan was celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month. Heirlooms of a warrior ancestor (helmets, leg-guards, armor) are ... |
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| Inside the Wave |
Mar 8, 08 thru Jun 1, 08 |
| Inside the Wave features six artists from the San Diego/Tijuana region working within alternative cultures to produce thought-provoking works ... |
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| Beethoven, As I Knew Him |
May 3, 08 thru Jun 8, 08 |
| Hershey Felder brought Old Globe audiences to their feet last season with his portrayal of American master George Gershwin; and his limited ... |
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| Listen Here! Making Sense of Sound |
Jun 8, 07 thru Jun 8, 08 |
| Dive into the sonic soup! "Listen Here!” features more than 30 interactive exhibits which explore the physiological processes of ... |
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| Picturing the Process: Portraiture Through the Lens |
Jan 12, 08 thru Jun 29, 08 |
| Comprised of innovators of the photographic medium, both famous and unknown, this exhibition includes photographic works that range in date from ... |
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| Hungarian Folk Magic -- The Art of Joseph Domjan |
Mar 2, 08 thru Aug 21, 08 |
| The first major West Coast presentation of Joseph Domjan's work. A master of woodblock printmaking who drew many of his lavishly portrayed ... |
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| Humanitas: Images of India by Fredric Roberts |
May 3, 08 thru Sep 7, 08 |
| Exhibition pictures people as they go about their lives - both daily living and quiet moments. The images are primarily portraits but also ... |
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| FLESH: Portraiture by Gary Schneider |
Apr 27, 08 thru Sep 14, 08 |
| South African artist Gary Schneider explores identity, photography, science, art and technology. From his "John in Sixteen Parts", a ... |
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| Motocross America: The Early Years |
Apr 1, 08 thru Sep 25, 08 |
| Over the past decade extreme sports have infiltrated the mainstream with X Games superstars like Shaun White, Dave Mirra, and Travis Pastrana ... |
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| DOLPHINS - ONGOING FILM |
Apr 1, 08 thru Sep 30, 08 |
| From the dazzling coral reefs of the Bahamas to the wind-swept seas of Patagonia, DOLPHINS takes audiences under the water's surface for a romp ... |
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| GRAND CANYON ADVENTURE - ONGOING FILM |
Mar 14, 08 thru Sep 30, 08 |
| If you are like most people, you probably aren't aware that the mighty Colorado River has become so depleted from overuse, damming, and drought, ... |
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| Nick Aguilar - Outstanding San Diego Veteran |
Apr 1, 08 thru Sep 30, 08 |
| New rotating exhibition showcases the lives and careers of individuals who have made remarkable contributions to the greater San Diego ... |
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| People, Prints & Politics: China 1920-1980 Woodblock Prints of Xian Rang Yang |
Mar 7, 08 thru Oct 20, 08 |
| Exhibition features works by the distinguished Chinese artist and scholar Yang Xianrang. Prof. Yang implemented the Chinese art of woodblock ... |
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| Aerial Portraits of the American West: Photography by John Shelton |
May 11, 08 thru Nov 2, 08 |
| The black-and-white retrospective photography exhibition marks the first time works by the well-known geologist, John Shelton, will be exhibited ... |
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| Lawn Programs at the International Cottages |
thru Nov 9, 08 Every Sunday |
| Free programs feature ethnic food, music, and dance
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2 HPR “Sampler” Program
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| San Diego Military Communicators |
Nov 15, 06 thru Nov 11, 08 |
| The history of military communications from the World War II era to the present. |
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| Dressing a City: Selected Styles from Marston's Department Store, 1878-1961 |
Nov 15, 07 thru Dec 17, 08 |
| A selection of pieces from the San Diego Historical Society's Costume and Textile Collection showcases clothing and replica ... |
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| Measured Time : MoPA at 25 |
Jan 19, 08 thru Jan 4, 09 |
| Beginning in January 2009, which marks MoPA's 25th anniversary, the 44-foot long Atrium wall will hold a timeline exhibition reflecting the ... |
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| Gangsters, Glamour, and Glory: Forging America's Future in the 1930s - ONGOING exhibition |
Feb 2, 08 thru Jan 15, 09 |
| A period exhibit featuring historical items highlighting the exciting 1930s. Featured are the GEE BEE racer airplane, personal belongings from ... |
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| 100 Years of Art in San Diego: A Retrospective |
Nov 30, 07 thru Mar 22, 09 |
| Renowned works of artists including Charles Fries, Alfred Mitchell and Edith White. To complement these pioneering masters the exhibition also ... |
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| Balboa Park Audio Walking Tour |
Jul 11, 06 thru May 31, 10 |
| A fascinating one-and-one-half-hour tour of Balboa Park can be rented at the Balboa Park Visitors Center, located in the House of ... |
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| 50th Anniversary of Space Race - Ongoing |
Jan 1, 08 |
| Exhibition commemorates the Soviet/United States space race that began in October 1957. |
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| A Different Life: Finding Our Future in San Diego |
Mar 27, 08 |
| A new youth exhibit features a group of Crawford High School females, all recent Somali immigrants, who share their changes and experience since ... |
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| Alex Smith/Reggie Bush Jersey Exhibit - Ongoing |
Jul 1, 06 |
| One of the Hall of Champions most unique exhibits features autographed high school jerseys of Alex Smith and Reggie Bush. Picked as ... |
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| Building an Early Identity: One Place Many Cultures -- Place of Promise: Stories of San Diego Phase 2 - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jul 19, 07 |
| Numerous artifacts from the San Diego Historical Society's vast collection, many never before on public display, become education tools in phase ... |
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| Fossil Mysteries - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jan 1, 07 |
| Discover the rich fossil history of the San Diego region while exploring themes of evolution, extinction, ecology, and Earth processes. ... |
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| Kid City - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jan 1, 06 |
| From conveyer belts and cranes to air chutes and grocery stores, the younger set (infants through age seven) work, create, play, and learn about ... |
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| La Jolla Cove Swim Club - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jan 4, 07 |
| Exhibit dedicated to the small area of beach tucked between adjacent sandstone cliffs and recognizes milestones in the sport of open ocean ... |
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| Ocean Oasis - Ongoing Film |
Mar 1, 08 |
| Journey into the seas and deserts of Mexico-from the Sea of Cortés to the Baja California tropical desert shores. Whales, dolphins, ... |
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| Origami featuring Noah's Ark |
Apr 1, 08 |
| Origami (derived from "ori" meaning "to fold", and "kami", meaning "paper") is the ancient Japanese art ... |
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| Origins in Space: Spin-Offs in Science and Technology - ONGOING EXHIBITION |
Jul 1, 07 |
| Scientific accomplishments and technological spin-offs that have resulted from NASA missions. "ViewSpace" displays NASA's latest space ... |
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| Over the Line - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jul 1, 06 |
| Exhibit features a time line wall, photos, memorabilia and history of this unique summer tradition that attracts ... |
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| Place of Promise: Stories of San Diego - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jul 21, 06 |
| New interactive map with corresponding hands-on activities for families. Explore how the diverse and evolving landscape influences our ... |
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| Pompeii: the Last Day - ONGOING FILM |
Mar 1, 08 |
| See a selection of the thought-provoking program produced by the BBC and aired in the U.S. on the Discovery Channel. With the help of eyewitness ... |
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| Rocky Balboa: A New Sculpture by A. Thomas Schomberg - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jan 4, 07 |
| Bronze sculpture of the cinematic boxer stands more than twelve feet tall and weighs more than 1,400 pounds. |
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| San Diego Thoroughbred Horse Racing - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jul 1, 06 |
| Relive the excitement of the glory days of Del Mar and Caliente and view the impressive track record of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Klein. The Klein ... |
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| SEA MONSTERS - Ongoing film |
Oct 5, 07 |
| Sea Monsters transports audiences back to the Late Cretaceous, when a great inland ocean divided North America in two. With National ... |
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| So WATT! An Illuminating Look at Energy - Ongoing Exhibition |
Sep 15, 07 |
| Explore some of the ways electricity is generated and learn more about the unique way the Fleet Science Center is on the cutting edge of ... |
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| The Heisman Trophy - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jul 1, 06 |
| The Heisman Memorial Trophy Award named after former college football player and coach John W. Heisman is considered the most prestigious award ... |
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| UDT - SEAL: US Navy Frogmen and Seal Operations - Ongoing Exhibition |
May 2, 06 |
New permanent exhibit highlights Nave SEAL operations, past and present |
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| Women of Flight: Aerobatics -Ongoing Exhibition |
May 24, 07 |
| Exhibition corresponds with the 75th anniversary of Amelia Earhart's solo flight across the Atlantic, and features historic and contemporary ... |
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| Art Glass Show and Sale |
May 10, 08 thru May 11, 08 |
| The largest art glass show in Southern California |
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| Bear Awareness Days |
May 8, 08 thru May 11, 08 |
| Bear Awareness Days will showcase the bear collection, including pandas, polar bears, sloth bears, and grizzlies. Highlights include a peek into ... |
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| Puppet Show - Pepper's Favorites II |
May 7, 08 thru May 11, 08 |
Hand puppet show |
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| San Diego Exiphyllum Society Show and Sale |
May 10, 08 thru May 11, 08 |
Saturday noon-4:00pm - Patio A
Sunday 10:00am-4:00pm - Patio B
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| Sunrise Surprise Strolls |
Apr 5, 08 thru May 18, 08 |
| You won't find out exactly what you'll see until you start your stroll. A Zoo educator will guide you on the walk, and you'll enjoy an up-close ... |
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| Post-Show Forums for |
Apr 22, 08 thru May 28, 08 |
| Informal and enlightening question-and-answer session with cast members who will share the "inside story" of creating a character and ... |
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| Sunday Zapateado presented by Target |
thru Jun 8, 08 On the Second Sunday of each Month |
Ballet Folklorico en Aztlar presents dance from different regions
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| ...Beyond the Pilot's Seat - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jan 1, 08 |
| Interactive exhibit features a Boeing 737 cabin, a reproduced air traffic control tower, and more. |
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| Adult Art Classes - Ongoing |
Jan 1, 08 |
Adult art classes. 5-8 week sessions.
Studio art and art history classes are offered. Contact museum for dates and details. |
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| Apollo 9 Has Landed - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jan 1, 08 |
| One of only two Apollo Command Module flown in space on display west of the Rocky Mountains. The spacecraft, nicknamed ... |
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| Backstage Tours - Ongoing |
Jan 1, 08 |
| Go behind the scenes at the Old Globe Theatre: performance spaces, history, shows and craft areas. Public tours are offered most Saturdays and ... |
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| Centro Mercado - Ongoing |
On the Third Sunday of each Month |
| Visual artists exhibit and sell unique creations |
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| Changing San Diego: Student Exploration Center - Ongoing |
Jan 1, 08 |
| History of San Diego’s indigenous people and early settlers featuring artifacts from the Kumeyaay, photographs, and tools of early San ... |
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| Fit for Life - Ongoing |
Jan 1, 08 |
| Interval-based cardio class incorporates kicks, punches, and drills - increasing strength, balance, self-defense and flexibility. Also includes ... |
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| Free Organ Concerts |
Every Sunday |
| John D. and Adolph Spreckels donated the Spreckels Organ, one of the world’s largest outdoor pipe organs, to the City of San Diego in 1914 ... |
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| PalabraDas |
On the Third Sunday of each Month |
| Open mic/open stage opportunity for performing artists. |
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| Park Ranger Tour |
Every Sunday |
| Historical, architectural and botanical treasures of Balboa Park are discussed on these one-hour tours led by Park Rangers.
Meets at the ... |
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| Piper Cub Simulator - Ongoing |
Jan 1, 06 |
| Experience what it feels like to fly aboard the Piper Cub. With the help of Microsoft’s Flight Simulator 2004®, visitors can take the ... |
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| RQ-1 Predator - Ongoing |
Jan 1, 06 |
| Exhibit showcases one of the most advanced unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) in the world, and only one of three on display in a museum. |
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| Ruffles & Beaus Square Dance Classes |
Every Sunday |
| Basic through Plus level Square Dance calls. Partners are not required. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. The first class is free - $4 per ... |
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| San Diego's Fencing History - Ongoing |
Jan 1, 06 |
| Learn the history of this adapted French art of the duel, study modern techniques, and discover where to get involved locally. |
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| San Diego's Former POWs: Memories of a Troubled Past - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jan 1, 06 |
| Permanent display honors the San Diego Chapter, America Ex-Prisoners of War. Collections of memorabilia, artifacts and photographs document the ... |
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| Sunday Drumming and Dance Classes |
Every Sunday |
| Qi Gong Practice - increase health and energy. 9:00-10:00am WorldBeat Center lawn. Free.
African Dance - traditional dances of West Africa with ... |
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| The Hornet's Nest - Ongoing Exhibition |
Jan 1, 06 |
| Lincoln High School’s proud athletic tradition––including producing two Super Bowl MVPs and the city’s first basketball ... |
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| Wacky Science Sundays with Ms. Frizzle |
Every Sunday |
| Live performances in the Discovery Center. Explore mysterious creatures, fascinating habitats, and hands-on science. Free with museum admission ... |
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| Art Mart - Ongoing Event |
Jan 1, 06 |
| See works by some of San Diego's local artists on the Federal Building lawn. 2nd and 4th Saturday and Sunday of the month.
Art Mart ... |
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| Balboa Park Folk Dancers - Ongoing classes |
Jan 1, 06 |
Performance groups and classes. Recital Hall
619-469-7133
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| Ballroom Dancing Class |
Every Sunday |
| At the Balboa Park Club |
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| Cabrillo International Folk Dancers - Ongoing classes |
Jan 1, 06 |
| Meets at Balboa Park Club |
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| FOCAS Friends of County Animal Shelters |
Jan 1, 06 |
| Beautiful, healthy animals available for adoption from 10:30am to 3:30pm one Sunday each month. Look for the big blue FOCAS tent ... |
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| Highland Dancing |
Jan 1, 06 |
Classes and performing.
Casa del Prado |
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| International Dance Association (referral source for dance groups) |
Jan 1, 06 |
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| Junior Friends of Balboa Park Program |
Jan 1, 06 |
| Earn a Junior Friends of Balboa Park Patch by experiencing the wonders of Balboa Park.
Program requirements: Must be a nonprofit organized ... |
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| Kayso Folk Dancers |
Jan 1, 06 |
| Meets at Casa del Prado |
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| N'Line Dancers |
Jan 1, 06 |
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| Park and Recreation Department Dance Classes |
Jan 1, 06 |
| Founded in 1942, the Dance Activities Program of the San Diego Park and Recreation Department has introduced hundreds of thousands of children ... |
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| Raylin Cloggers |
On the First Sunday of each Month |
| In the Recital Hall |
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| Reels & Squares |
On the First Sunday of each Month |
| War Memorial Building |
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| Royal Scottish Dance Society |
Jan 1, 06 |
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| San Diego Lindy Hop Society |
Jan 1, 06 |
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| San Diego Square Dance Assoc. |
Jan 1, 06 |
| Balboa Park Club |
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| Super Sonic Samba School |
Jul 1, 06 |
Samba music and dance classes for all ages
In Pepper Grove, between the playground and Centro Cultural de la Raza |
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