Standard Flower Show
Grow Green
April 17, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Old Poway Park Action Committee member, Poway Valley Garden Club, will host the Annual Standard Flower Show at Old Poway Park.
- See various flower arrangements and horticultural displays
- Learn new gardening ideas
- Visit the plant sale
- Walk through the Arts and Crafts Market and see demonstrations
- Ride the steam locomotive train for a nominal fee
- Visit the Nelson House and Museum
Stop by the park for a fun filled day of plants, flowers, and more! For more information please call (858) 668-4576.
Community Band Festival
Saturday, May 1, 2010 from 9:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 2, 2010 from 12:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Concert bands from San Diego County and from as far away as Arizona come to the living historic village of Old Poway Park to offer a weekend of excellent music. In celebration of Armed Forces Weekend, Old Poway Park Action Committee Members the Pomerado Community Band and the Poway Arts and Crafts Guild and the City of Poway present:
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A FREE line up of live, patriotic music
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Military bands finish each day’s lineup
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Arts and crafts market
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Snacks and refreshments available for a nominal fee
Stop by and enjoy the music, food, and Poway’s own “turn-of-the-century” village. Information (858) 668-4576.
Old-Fashioned Fourth of July
Sunday, July 4, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Bring your family and friends and celebrate our country’s independence “turn-of-the-century-style” at the Old-Fashioned Fourth of July.
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Live patriotic entertainment
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Train rides for a nominal fee
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Mock gunfights and train robbery reenactments
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Pictures with Uncle Sam
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Face painting, children’s arts and crafts, and old fashioned games
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Iron working demonstrations
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Antique clocks, quilts, cars, and model train displays
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Authentic arts and crafts market
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Patriotic displays in the Heritage Museum
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Ice cream social, picnic lunch, and sweet treats available for a nominal fee
Display your patriotic spirit and enjoy some good old-fashioned fun! Information, call (858) 668-4576.
Summer Concert in the Park Series
Alternating Sundays June 20, 2010 through August 15, 2010 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
The Summer Concert in the Park Series returns to Poway and with a new sponsor! This year's program is proudly brought to you by Arch Health Partners, a collaboration between Palomar Pomerado Health and The Centre For Health Care. The series is co-sponsored by Marrokal Design and Remodeling, Country Montessori School of Poway, and the City of Poway. The annual musical lineup always includes a variety of bands that are sure to keep your feet stompin’ and your groove groovin'.
The Summer Concert in the Park Series lineup:
Summer Concert 2010
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Date |
Performer |
Musical Style |
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June 27, 2010 |
The Mark Jackson Band |
Country Western |
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July 18, 2010 |
Hill and Safier |
Folk Rock |
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August 1, 2010 |
Pomerado Community Band |
Orchestra |
For Lake Poway concert information, please call (858) 668-4771. Everyone is invited to bring a blanket or chair, picnic dinner or snack, and head on out to the park for a great time with family and friends. Grab your dancin’ shoes for this free concert! Information: (858) 668-4576.
Rendezvous in Poway
Saturday, September 11, 2010 from 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 12, 2010 from 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
The City of Poway, along with the living history groups of the Shadow River Regulators, Cimarron Ridge Old West Productions, and the Apache Canyon Gang, present the annual Rendezvous in Poway. This historical fair brings the 1820-1890’s to life and will include:
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Interactive historical encampments
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A chance to meet Mountain Men, Cowboys, Buckaroos, and more
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Gun fighting reenactments and mock train robberies
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Train rides for a nominal fee
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Arts and crafts market and demonstrations
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Be Part of the California Gold Rush and pan for gold
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Hobo Campfire Sing-A-Long: Friday, September 10, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in the Green Park
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Barn dance: Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in Templars Hall
Join us to experience history first hand during this one of a kind, FREE event. Information: (858) 668-4576.
Train Song Festival
Saturday, October 9, 2010 from 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Hear the sweet sounds of train songs and whistles during the Train Song Festival at Old Poway Park cosponsored by the City of Poway and San Diego Folk Heritage.
- Live, traditional railroad music
- Storytelling
- Train related vendors
- Model railroad display
- Arts and crafts market and demonstrations
- Train rides for a nominal fee
- The Heritage Museum and Nelson House will be open
- Blacksmithing demonstrations
- Mock train robberies and gun fighting reenactments
- Children's arts and crafts and face painting
- Children's railroad costume contest!
- Lunch and sweet treats available for a nominal fee
Come dressed in your best railroad attire and be a part of the fascination of Old Poway Park. Information: (858) 668-4576
Railroad Movie Under the Stars
Following the Train Song Festival, Saturday, October 9, 2010 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
To complete the day’s festivities, the annual Railroad Movie Under the Stars cosponsored by the City of Poway and the Old Poway Park Action Committee will feature a traditional-style railroad themed movie, projected from the Old Poway Park Gazebo.
- FREE
- Candy, popcorn, and sodas are available for a nominal fee
- Movie: TBD
Bring your family and a blanket and catch an old-fashioned family movie under the stars! Information: (858) 668-4576.
Christmas in the Park
Saturday, December 11, 2010 from 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind, unique way to bring holiday delights to your family this holiday season, then make sure your plans include experiencing the magic of an old-fashioned tradition. This event brings Christmas traditions to life, including:
- View the community Christmas tree lighting at 5:20 p.m.
- Watch Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive by train at 5:30 p.m.
- Take your picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus in Santa's Village
- Have your face painted
- Pet the animals at the petting zoo
- Ride the steam locomotive train for a nominal fee
- Make holiday ornaments to help decorate the community Christmas tree
- Listen to live musical holiday entertainment and caroling
- Enjoy children’s theater and singing performances
- Tap your feet to square dancing performances
- Purchase handcrafted holiday gifts
- See an HO Model train display
- Eat holiday sweets and warm dinner foods
- Visit the Museum and sing Christmas songs with the piano player
- Visit the Nelson House and play old-fashioned games
This event shows off Old Poway Park in traditional Christmas fashion and is FREE to the public. Christmas in the Park is cosponsored by the City of Poway and the volunteer based organizations of the Old Poway Park Action Committee. Information: (858) 668-4576.
