San Diego Events - March 1st - 7th, 2008

March 1, 2008

44th Annual Sue Krenn 15K Run/Walk     March 1

Sue Krenn enjoyed running and walking for pleasure and exercise. In her memory, you can challenge yourself as Sue did by engaging in a 15K run/walk at East Mission Bay. Running and walking are good ways to keep in shape and stay healthy. 7:00am - 10:00am. East Mission Bay Dr. $15.00-$20.00. Frank Williamson (619) 578-4666 or www.sdtc.com

Ocean Beach Kite Festival & Craft Fair    March 1

Families in the community of Ocean Beach can enjoy a kite festival that is known as the oldest kite festival in the United States. The event offers carnival rides for children, home-made crafts, music, hot dogs, popcorn, and punch. This event is in conjunction with the "Ocean Beach Kite Parade". 9:00am - 4:00pm. Santa Monica Avenue (between Ebers St. & Sunset Cliffs Blvd.) Marion Miller (858) 274-2016

MDA Stride & Ride     March 2

A 5K walking event at West Mission Bay welcomes persons with strollers, wheelchairs, handcycles, and persons on foot. Stride and ride! Participants are encouraged to obtain pledges to help raise funds for Muscular Dystrophy programs and services. 8:00am - 1:00pm. Crown Point Shores. Joan Ewing (619) 992-6427

Pathfinder’s Kite Day     March 2

If you’re near Mariner’s Point today, look up! The sky will be filled with colorful commercial and hand-made kites. Watch them surge, spin and sputter! Adults and children will be flying them in competition for awards. Do you know how to fly a kite? 9:00am - 4:00pm. West Mission Bay (Mariner’s Point) Rudy Carrillo (909) 838-2297

Mira Mesa High School Boosters Carnival     March 6-9

It’s carnival time! It’s time to have some fun with thrilling carnival rides, challenging carnival games, a giant inflatable slide, a Fun Factory for creative activities, snacks, and a portrait novelty booth to make memories. It’s a great place to bring a date or go to meet your friends. Mira Mesa High School parking lot (10510 Reagan Rd.) Admission $1.50 (age 7 & older) ~ FREE (age 6 & younger) Bill Jacob (760) 735-8542 or www.amusements.com 

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