San Diego Residents Enjoy FREE ENTRY to San Diego Botanic Garden First Tuesday of Each Month

Come enjoy a lovely day at San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas FREE on the first Tuesday of each month, if you are a San Diego County resident.  Be sure to wear sturdy walking shoes, bring a water bottle, your camera and sunscreen. There is a nominal $2 parking fee for non-members.    www.sdbgarden.org.

Schedule Your Quiet Day at Mission San Luis Rey

Quiet Days: Select days every month. Escape the noise and hectic pace of everyday life. Enjoy some solitude and balance activity and contemplation in your life. The day is yours to create, experience time on your own to meditate in the chapel or the gardens, to unwind at the pool, to enjoy nature or to catch up on some much-needed rest. Private room with bed and sink included. Quiet Days are during the hours of  9:00am and 4:00pm. The cost is $35.00 per person includes lunch. Please pre-register by calling 760-757-3659 or online HERE.

South Coast Orchids in Vista

I have told you about the occasional orchid warehouse sales at South Coast Orchids...stay tuned because there might be another in late February or some time in March. Not only does South Coast Orchids put out some of the most gorgeous and healthy plants available, but attending one of these events is a great way to check out their farm and facility off Mar Vista in Vista. They also operate Sun Dial Farm next door that puts out beautiful lettuce varieties and basil. Thank you Endeavour for the tour yesterday and the beautiful arrangement. 😊Around The Towners, please let me know which of you might be interested in a farm tour in the future, and I will see if we can make it happen.

*Orchid tip of the day: Despite their exquisite beauty, it is surprising to learn that orchids thrive on neglect! They love indirect light and only require about a shot glass of water every two weeks.

If you have been one of the people who benefited from one of the sales in the past, have enjoyed their beautiful plants and wonderful hospitality and customer service at South Coast Orchids, would you consider taking the time to give them a nice review on google like I plan to do? It only takes a minute.

Directions: On your computer, open Google Maps and make sure you're signed in. 1. Search for South Coast Orchids. 2. On the left, scroll down and click "write a review." 3. In the window that appears, click the stars to score the place. You can also write a review. Thank you!

Balboa Park Offers FREE Entry to Select Museums to San Diego Residents on Tuesdays

Remember that Balboa Park offers residents FREE ENTRY to select museums on Tuesdays (the list rotates each week).  To see which museums are free each Tuesday, please click this link.

Support Your Favorite Small, Local Businesses

2017 is gone and 2018 is here and there have been a lot of newcomers on the scene lately, and we have to say goodbye to many as well. Here is a friendly reminder...if you love your local small businesses, make a decision and a commitment to support them so they can remain in business to serve you and the community. It takes ALL of us making an effort and being supportive.

Protect Yourself with Products from Damsel in Defense

Hey ladies! I do not do a bunch of advertising for home-based businesses, but this is one I wanted to tell you about. I met Karen last month and was intrigued by the products she carries through Damsel in Defense, all designed to keep you and your family safe. This is especially for those of you that jog and take walks and hikes by yourself. Take a moment and take a peek.

New Vista-Based Online Shopping Site for Creating a Beautiful Home- Charming House Market

NEW AROUND THE TOWN GIVEAWAY! Charming House Market is a new online shopping startup based out of Vista that is a company run less like a business and more like a community. Maybe you saw them on my top 10 list of local businesses I want to support this holiday season with my shopping dollars. With its mission of “#creatinghome and helping others do it, too” they know using your life and home has to be a choice despite your circumstances. That’s why they offer quality, affordable home goods, handcrafted items and are launching an inspirational blog to help you do just that. Please take a few moments to breeze through their beautiful site and look them up on instagram at @charminghousemarket. www.charminghousemarket.com

P.S. I hope you will along with me consider looking at this company to do some of your holiday shopping with. You will find many affordable options and you will be best of all supporting a new company and supporting local.