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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM DEL MAR
Free Parking in Downtown Del Mar Village During the Holidays
DEL MAR, CA – November 21, 2012 – Just in time for the holidays, the City of Del Mar is once again offering free parking in downtown Del Mar. The all-day parking gift from the city for the downtown Village includes complimentary parking all day along 15th Street, the metered parking under the L’Auberge Del Mar and extends down Camino Del Mar from 15th Street to 4th Street. The free parking takes place on the following dates: November 22, 23, 24 & 25 and December 1, 2, 8, 9, 15,16, 22, 23, 24, 25, 31 and January 1, 2013.
Initiated by the Del Mar Village Association (DMVA) and unanimously approved by the Del Mar City Council for the fifth year in a row, visitors and residents will see signage on meters and parking signs indicating the free parking areas in Del Mar.
“This is our way of saying Happy Holidays from the City of Del Mar,” said, Del Mar Mayor Carl Hilliard. “We want our residents and visitors to enjoy the festivities of the season and experience all our wonderful city has to offer during the holidays in an enjoyable and leisurely fashion.”
The Del Mar Free Parking Program is just one of many special incentives being offered in downtown Del Mar, courtesy of the DMVA and City of Del Mar, during this holiday season. Visit www.delmarmainstreet.com for information on Holiday Events in the Village of Del Mar and all of the holiday happenings in downtown Del Mar this holiday season including the annual Holiday Wonderland and Tree Lighting event Saturday, December 1 beginning at 2 pm. with the tree lighting at 5 p.m. at the L’Auberge Amphitheater.
About DMVA
The Del Mar Village Association (DMVA) is a non-profit organization made up of Del Mar residents, business owners and property owners who are dedicated to working together to enhance the vitality of the Village while preserving the community’s history and unique character.
WALKERS RAISED $82M LAST YEAR NATIONWIDE TO BATTLE BREAST CANCER; ABOUT 2,500 PEOPLE TAKING PART LOCALLY
Even amid a sea of pink, zany outfits, the hats worn by Wild Women Walking for a Cure stood out. A crazy collection of pipe cleaners, pins, Styrofoam balls and ribbons decorated the pink baseball caps, worn by the group to celebrate the start of the Susan G. Komen San Diego 3-Day, which took off Friday from the Del Mar Fairgrounds.
Organizers estimated about 2,500 people are participating in this year’s event, held to raise funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer.
The Wild Women have been attending popular Komen-sponsored walks since 1998.
On Friday, the team had 21 women — some from as far away as Massachusetts — ready to begin the 60-mile, San Diego-based trek. The group raised almost $63,000 for the cause.
“It is such an awesome world of kindness that gets created on this journey,” said Peggy Paul of Redondo Beach, who has walked in 20 of the 3-Day events. “There is still more work to be done for the cause. Until my daughter and my grandchildren don’t have to worry about this disease, we gotta keep walking.”
Walkers travel 20 miles each day and, in San Diego, pass through familiar landmarks like the Torrey Pines State Park, Sea World and the San Diego Zoo. The walk will conclude at Petco Park.
At the end of their daily journey, walkers settle into a camp sprinkled with pink tents where they can grab a meal, a hot shower and enjoy provided entertainment.
To participate, each walker must raise $2,300. Last year, 14 collective 3-Day events across the nation raised more than $82 million.
Near 7 a.m. Friday, the Del Mar Fairground loudspeakers came to life. “The moment you’ve been preparing for is about to arrive,” a voice called out. “Your three-day journey is about to begin.”
More than 4,000 participants moved for the starting line. Dogs were decked out in rosy capes, women wore hot pink feather headdresses and the only thing that outnumbered magenta tutus were men in bras.
Jen Grove, the executive director of the Del Mar Village Association, has been working for weeks with a group of volunteers to get the city’s official cheering station, hosted by En Fuego Cantina and Grill, ready for the walk.
On Friday, Camino Del Mar, the city’s main drag, was covered in signs, pink balloons and streamers. Volunteers, sometimes called “walker stalkers,” were ready to pass out water bottles and carried inflatable noisemakers called Thunderstix.
Del Mar has long been a thoroughfare for the San Diego 3-Day. Five years ago, about a dozen volunteers decided to start showing their support for the Komen walkers by gathering on downtown sidewalks to cheer. The city became an official cheering spot two years later.
About 60 volunteers were there Friday to show support, including Torrey Pines High School cheerleaders, local firefighters and life guards.
Jim Coleman is a 29-year Del Mar resident, and was one of the first volunteers to get involved in Del Mar’s cheering efforts. His hair had been dyed a light pink for the occasion, his shirt reading “Save the Tatas.”
His mother battled breast cancer, so the issue is close to his heart.
“I was so blown away by the commitment of these walkers and their passion,” he said. “It’s probably the best three-hour period I get to spend every year.”
See the article online at http://www.nctimes.com/komen–day-turning-pink-to-green/article_74a2186a-41c5-5d81-af2a-8fbda8f591fc.html
The latest from Ranch & Coast, covering the “Tastiest Tastes” in Del Mar by spotlighting a few Del Mar Restaurants!
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10 REASONS TO VISIT DEL MAR
Ideally situated 20 minutes north of downtown San Diego, the quaint seaside village of Del Mar known for its beautiful beaches and famous Del Mar Racetrack, offers a variety of new reasons for a romantic getaway or an family vacation. Listed below are some of the top reasons to put Del Mar on your destination list:
1. The Beach - with over two miles of coastline and gently rolling waves, Del Mar is the perfect place to stroll, learn to surf, kayak or simply basque in the sun.
2. Pet Friendly - Not only does Del Mar have its own leash-free “Dogs Beach”, but many of the hotels, restaurants and stores are pet friendly. In September, an annual dog surfing competition takes place at Dogs Beach.
3. Hotel Indigo - opened in March offering a full-service spa and restaurant with ocean views.
4. Events - Del Mar offers a variety of annual events such as: Summer Solstice, a food and wine tasting event overlooking the ocean (June); Del Mar Fair (June 8 – July 4); Del Mar Races (July 18 – September 5); Taste & Art Stroll, a strolling taste from Del Mar restaurants and juried artwork displays, music and kids activities (October); and Holiday Wonderland, a multi-block event with holiday activities such as horse drawn carriage rides, crafts, snow play areas, and visits with Santa. (December).
5. Historic - Stratford Square, a historic landmark in the downtown village, contains a historical gallery with photos of Del Mar and its residents including Jimmy Durante, Desi & Lucy Arnez, Dick Enburg and Burt Bacharach. Also included are photos of Bing Crosby who opened the Del Mar Race Track and famous jockeys including Bill Shoemaker and Chris McCarron.
6. Weddings - In addition to six hotels equipped to handle a variety of weddings, Del Mar also offers unique venues such as Seagrove Park, Powerhouse Park, and the Ocean View deck at Del Mar Plaza.
7. Ocean View Shopping and Dining - Del Mar Plaza, an outdoor collection of boutiques, restaurants, and wine bars, offers a meandering, European-style dining and shopping experience with an ocean view.
8. Culinary - New culinary talent has moved to Del Mar Village: Chef Scott Thomas Dolbee has joined Kitchen1540 from Four Seasons Resort Whistler in British Columbia; Brian Redzikowksi from the Thompson Hotel in Beverly Hills joins Flavor; and Mark Bolton joins Pacifica. Local chefs love that Del Mar has its very own Farmers Market every Saturday from 1-4 p.m.
9. Spa and Wellness - Del Mar offers are variety of pampering and wellness experiences including Place360, a integrated wellness environment including acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and homeopathy; Spa Namara, located in the new Hotel Indigo, is a full service spa; and Spa L’Auberge offering a collection of treatments that draw on the healing wonders of the ocean.
10. Outdoor Recreation - In addition to the beach and coastal bluffs, Torrey Pines State Park and the trails through Crest Canyon provide picturesque trails for runners and hikers. In the northern part of Del Mar, the Scripps Bluff Preserve and the newly restored San Dieguito River Lagoon offer extraordinary views, native plants and wildlife viewing.
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TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE FOR DEL MAR’S ANNUAL
TASTE & ART STROLL
WHO:
Del Mar Village Association and City of Del Mar
WHAT:
Del Mar Taste & Art Stroll
- View juried original artwork from more than 60 local and regional artists
- Taste delicious culinary creations from 28 Del Mar restaurants
- Sip drink specials at select restaurants
- Stroll with your dog
- Listen to live music
- Join the kids in interactive art activities
WHERE:
Camino Del Mar/Pacific Coast Highway 101 starting at 15th Street in Del Mar
WHEN:
Sunday, October 7, 2012
Art Stroll – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Taste of Del Mar – 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
COST:
Art Stroll – free
Restaurant Taste – Pre-event $25/$30 at event*
*taste fee includes 28 tastes
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM DEL MAR
Del Mar, CA November 30, 2011 – Just in time for the holidays, the City of Del Mar is once again offering free parking in downtown Del Mar. The all-day parking gift from the city for the downtown Village includes complimentary parking all day along 15th Street, the metered parking under the L’Auberge Del Mar and extends down Camino Del Mar from 15th Street to 4th Street. The free parking takes place on weekends including December 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 and December 24, 25 , 31 and January 1.
Initiated by the Del Mar Village Association (DMVA) and unanimously approved by the Del Mar City Council for the fourth year in a row, visitors and residents will see signage on meters and parking signs indicating the free parking areas in Del Mar.
“This is our way of saying Happy Holidays from the City of Del Mar,” said Mark Ochenduszko, city manager for Del Mar. We want our residents and visitors to enjoy the festivities of the season and experience all our wonderful city has to offer during the holidays in an enjoyable and leisurely fashion.”
The Del Mar Free Parking Program is just one of many special incentives being offered in downtown Del Mar, courtesy of the DMVA and City of Del Mar, during this holiday season. Visit www.delmarmainstreet.com for information on Holiday Events in the Village of Del Mar and all of the holiday happenings in downtown Del Mar this holiday season including the annual Holiday Wonderland and Tree Lighting event Sunday, December 4 beginning at 2 pm. with the tree lighting at 5 p.m. at the L’Auberge Amphitheater.
Media Contact:
Hilary Townsend
Townsend Public Relations
760.333.3385
hilary@townsendpr.com
TICKETS TO DEL MAR’S ANNYAL SUMMER SOLSTICE EVENT
NOW AVAILABLE
WHO:
Del Mar Village Association
WHAT:
Annual Summer Solstice Event in the Village of Del Mar
Annual celebration of the arrival of summer with food and wine tastings from Del Mar restaurants and California wineries and breweries.
Guests have the opportunity to taste food from over 20 Del Mar restaurants and 15 California wineries and breweries while enjoying live music and a silent auction.
WHERE:
Powerhouse Park in Del Mar
1658 Coast Boulevard in Del Mar
WHEN:
Thursday, June, 21, 2012, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
COST:
$50 per person through April 30, 2012; After April 30, tickets will be $60 per person. Tip: purchase tickets early as event has sold out in advance for the last 5 years in a row.
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DEL MAR MAYOR TO COMMEMORATE DONATED BENCHES WITH WALKING
RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY IN DEL MAR
WHO:
Del Mar Mayor Carl Hilliard and the Del Mar Village Association
WHAT:
Del Mar Mayor, Carl Hilliard, will unveil 15 new benches in Del Mar donated by local residents and businesses with a walking ribbon cutting ceremony
WHERE:
Start/Finish: Law Office of Bing I. Bush – 1330 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar
WHEN:
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
3 p.m. – Walking ribbon cutting ceremony
4 p.m. – Bench celebration
WHY:
Commemorate the placement of 15 benches strategically placed in Del Mar Village as part of the revitalization efforts for Del Mar designed to preserve the community’s history and unique character.
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