MARCH 2020
INSIDE!
SDCCU NORTH PARK FESTIVAL OF ARTS & MUSIC 5
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH AN EXTRA HOUR
THIS SPRING IN NORTH PARK 6
EASTER TABLE 9
WHERE TO EAT WITH KIDS 10
ALL NEW MURAL MAP! 13
SPRING FARMERS MARKET FINDS 15
OBSERVATORY SHOWS 16
FEATURED ARTIST 19
UPCOMING EVENTS IN MARCH 20
SPRING MENU: COCKTAIL ROUND UP 22
PARKING + GETTING TO NORTH PARK 25
FIND WHAT’S INSIDE! 30
FOLLOW US 31
IMAGE CREDIT: (RIGHT) ERIC SCIRE
ARTWORK CREDIT: ARTELEXIA
TITLE: YOU ARE RADIANT LOCATED AT 3029 UNIVERSITY AVE
IMAGE CREDIT: (COVER) ERIC SCIRE
ARTWORK CREDIT: TATI
TITLE: ANIMAL HOUSE LOCATED AT 2930 UNIVERSITY AVE
24th Annual
2020 ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL NORTH PARK of
SDCCU NORTH PARKFESTIVAL OF ARTS & MUSIC
All new this year, the SDCCU North Park Festival of Arts and Music will include a free, 21+ Kick-Off Party on Friday, May 8th, featuing Mike Hess Brewing. The party will take place from 6pm to 11pm along 30th and University Avenue. Don’t miss a full concert series, local craft beer and cocktails, food and more!
On the following day, May 9th, the all-day festival will take place from 11am to 7pm. Saturday’s event is free and open to all ages and will include art from local artists, live performances, craft beer and cocktails, food trucks, artisan items for sale and so much more.
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SPRING FORWARD 10 THINGS YOU CAN DO WITH YOUR EXTRA HOUR IN NORTH PARK
On Sunday, March 8th, our clocks will be springing forward an hour for daylight savings. To celebrate the time change, here are 10 Spring activities you can do with your extra hour in North Park.
1 Workout class at F45 Fitness
2 Meal prep with groceries from Barons Market
3 Early morning breakfast at North Park Diner or The Mission
4 In season decorating with new plants from North Park Nursery
5 Morning cup of coffee at Communal Coffee
6 Take an art class at Art Produce
7 Send out any packages at UPS
8 Buy a ticket to a local show at the Observatory
9 Plan out a trip to the North Park Thursday Market
10 An early morning run through Bird Park!
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PHOTO: COMMUNAL COFFEE
EASTER TABLE
It’s never too early to get started on planning your Easter Sunday! Home & Hound has a great selection of homeware and decor to create the perfect holiday ambiance for hosting. Pigment also has a great selection of centerpieces, including adorable succulents to provide an earthy look to any table setup during the holidays. For all your fresh and custom florals, check out Sage Sisters and their selection unique and seasonal flowers. Become the best host you can be with unique finds at our local boutiques in North Park!
WHERE TO EAT WITH KIDS
North Park is the perfect place to spend quality time with your family. With so many restaurants and activities to choose from, you’ll be able to find something for everyone, including the kiddos.
Try Waypoint Public, a trendy restaurant with a special kid’s play area to keep your little ones entertained while you enjoy brunch (and some drinks). They also have family movie nights throughout the month!
Working Class has a spacious back patio area with large games, including Connect Four, for your kids (and dogs!) to play around in while you enjoy a happy hour beer.
If you’re looking for a fun activity to do with your kids, make sure to check out the Art Produce event calendar! Every month they offer a new activity to do with your kids.
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PHOTO: WAYPOINT PUBLIC
PHOTOS: ERIC SCIRE
ARTWORK (LEFT): NICHOLAS DANGER “NOMAD DONUTS”
ARTWORK (CENTER): SURGE “ CAT CULT”
ARTWORK (RIGHT): 7 LINE STUDIO “ABSTRACT”
ALL NEW MURAL MAP!
Be on the lookout for our North Park Mural Map Tour! This walkable tour will guide you through an instagrammable day through our North Park Neighborhood! Coming April 2020
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SPRING MARKET FINDS
THURSDAY MARKET
Shop for the best in-season produce at our weekly North Park Thursday Market! Our vendors are local to San Diego and provide the freshest fruits and vegetables for our farmers market shoppers.
This Spring, look for in-season vegetables like asparagus, artichokes and broccoli. Fruits that will be in season are kiwis and oranges. Shopping at the farmers market gives you the perfect excuse to try a new recipe with in-season produce!
Every Thursday on North Park Way x 30th St. from 3pm to 7:30pm you’ll find our California Certified Farmers Market filled with local farmers, prepared foods & local artisans, all set to a DJ or live music!
Do you live locally and want to receive weekly coupons & offers from the market? Text NPMARKET to 474747 to join our weekly offers!
@ShopNorthParkMarket
@ExploreNorthPark
OBSERVATORY SHOWS
As we start getting into festival season, be sure to check out all of the upcoming local shows in San Diego! The Observatory North Park has a stacked lineup coming this Spring, including big names like Grouplove and Third Eye Blind.
Check out their March Calendar & Click Here!
PHOTO: THE OBSERVATORY NORTH PARK
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FEATURED ARTIST
KATHERINE HON
Katherine Hon is a local author who has lived in North Park for the past 30+ years. Her deep ties to the neighborhood have inspired her writing, with many historical features in the Uptown News, and even our own Explore North Park magazine! She has a brand new book titled “History Snippets: PastMatters Stories of North Park.”
Check out our complete Q&A with Katherine Hon and make sure to pick up a copy of her new book at Verbatim Books on 3793 30th St.!
Q&A with Katherine Hon.
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These upcoming events in March are happening right here in North park!
3 Mikkeller Beer & Sake Pairing at Saiko Sake & Sushi Bar
5 TAP Yappy Hour/Meetup at 619 Spirits North Park
7 Mimosas on the Mat at Original 40 Brewing Company
8 Fish Pit Sushi Making Class at Bivouac Ciderworks
9 The Bachelor Season Finale: Viewing Party at West Coast Tavern
10 Drama Llama Painting & Sip Event at 619 Spirits North Park
15 Babydoll Warriors, North by North, & Ice Cream Headache at Bar Pink
17 Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Seven Grand
18 Succulent Planting with Pigment at Original 40 Brewing Company
24 Modern Calligraphy at Original 40 Brewing Company
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
SPRING MENU: COCKTAIL ROUND UP
We can’t wait to try brand new Spring menus this March in North Park! West Coast Tavern and Bivouac Cider will be debuting new seasonal menus at the end of the month.
Oranges are in season this Spring which will be sure to provide a citrus twist to cocktails.
Siamo Napoli creates a brand new farmers market cocktail special every Thursday, using ingredients found at the market. Make sure to stop by for a nightcap after strolling through the Thursday Market in North Park!
PHOTO: WEST COAST TAVERN
PARKING + GETTING TO NORTH PARK
PARKING
The North Park Garage on 29th St. offers 386 spaces ready for use 24/7. At just $1/hour during the day and $5 after 6pm, it’s one of the best values in the area. From the rooftop you can enjoy a birds-eye view of the mid-city and on a clear day, even a glimpse of the city skyline.
WALKING DRIVING
North Park is an easily walkable neighborhood, with the main action residing at the University Ave. and 30th St. cross street. Head north or south for only a mile to reach all of the exciting businesses we have to offer!
There’s no hassle parking at the 29th St. parking garage, which is only $1 per hour during the day, with plenty of additional street parking. If you’re heading over a short way from the Lafayette, an Uber/Lyft is a less than 5 min. drive!
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ANNUAL EVENTS
YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS OUT ON (WE PROMISE!)
THURSDAY MARKET
// EVERY THURSDAY
www.northparkfarmersmarket.com
Stretching from 29th St to Ray Street along North Park Way. The Thursday Market is open every Thursday from 3PM to 7:30PM, rain or shine! The Market features roughly 45+ independent vendors presenting fresh, locally grown, seasonal, and organic produce and flowers, as well as handmade arts and crafts, and tempting selections of gourmet food.
SDCCU NORTH PARK FESTIVAL OF ARTS & MUSIC
www.northparkfestivalofarts.com
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MAY 8-9, 2020
Start your Friday night with the SDCCU North Park Fesitval of Arts & Music Kickoff Party and then spend your Saturday with family and friends exploring the historic and hip North Park neighborhood on University Avenue between 30th and 32nd Street. This free festival has grown into a local tradition that includes unique art, vendor booths, live graffiti art demonstrations, fabulous food, craft beer, and exciting live music performances spread across several stages.
TASTE OF NORTH PARK
www.tasteofnorthpark.com
Don’t miss the brand new Summer on Saturday, July 18th! The focus brunch items for all the foodies Tickets will be on sale soon!
Stay tuned for all the bites and of North Park! Join the newletter about all the new restaurants, coming to the 2020 Fall Taste
For more information
upcoming events
ExploreNorthPark.com or head to our
// JULY 18 & OCTOBER 10
Summer Taste of North Park focus will be sweet & savory foodies in our neighborhood.
NORTH PARK LIVE
// NOVEMBER 2020
www.explorenorthpark.com
and sips at the 2020 Fall Taste newletter to stay in the know restaurants, breweries, and live music
Taste of North Park!
information about events visit ExploreNorthPark.com our facebook!
The second annual North Park Live is happening November 28th, from 12-4pm throughout the North Park community! Come out to support local business while enjoying live music, live street art, and community prize giveaways! Get into the holiday shopping spirit with local small business deals throughout North Park! See the full lineup of musicians and artists online at explorenorthpark.com
TOYLAND PARADE
www.toylandparade.com
// DECEMBER 13, 2020
Unwrap some magic during the holiday season and partake in festive fun at the annual North Park Toyland Parade & Festival. North Park will warmly welcome friends and family to bundle up and delight in San Diego’s most joyful parade. December 13, 2020 | 11AM
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F45 Fitness | 3800 30th St
Barons Market | 3231 University Ave
North Park Diner | 3949 Ohio St
The Mission| 2801 University Ave
North Park Nursery | 2335 University Ave
Communal Coffee | 2335 University Ave
Art Produce | 3139 University Ave
The UPS Store | 3245 University Ave
The Observatory North Park | 2891 University Ave
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Hound + Home | 3768 30th St
Pigment | 3801 30th St
Sage Sisters | 3811 Grim Ave
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Waypoint Public | 3794 30th St
Working Class | 4095 30th St
Art Produce | 3139 University Ave
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The Observatory North Park | 2891 University Ave
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Verbatim Book | 3793 30th St
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Saiko Sake & Sushi Bar | 2884 University Ave
619 Spirits North Park | 3015 Lincoln Ave
Original 40 Brewing | 3117 University Ave
West Coast Tavern | 2895 University Ave
Bar Pink | 3829 30th St
Bivouac Ciderworks | 3986 30th St
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West Coast Tavern | 2895 University Ave
Bivouac Ciderworks | 3986 30th St
Siamo Napoli | 3959 30th St
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THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF EXPLORE
NORTH PARK explorenorthpark.com
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Angela Landsberg
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Anna Gamboa
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Eric Scire
WRITER
Carli Bazinett
DESIGNERS
Stephanie Kocsik
Stephanie Norbeck