Catch a Flick at this Beautiful Old-Time Theater in Encinitas
It’s worth a trip to the La Paloma Theater if you have a home in Encinitas and are looking for something to do! When I attended a screening the other evening, I was immediately taken with the quaint charm and authenticity of this theatrical dowager. La Paloma is a Grand Ole Lady-she is a little thread-worn around the seams but still a beautiful sight. Perhaps somewhat long-in-the-tooth, but still there is so much history here! I was honored to be sitting in perhaps the same seat that Eddie Vedder might have graced when he came here to catch surf flicks many years ago. There is a small apartment on the top of the theater-like a small studio with a Murphy bed that folds up after use. Unfortunately the balcony has been closed off, so I assumed the best spot was the back row that runs along below the balcony. That was a good choice but it was a little breezy there and noisy from the nearby snack bar-until the curtain was drawn closed after the movie started. My experience was grand and La Paloma Theater now is the recipient of my endless goodwill! Any Encinitas real estate owner needs to go at least once to view this historical landmark! I guarantee you won’t be disappointed!
Enjoy a Walk Amongst Nature Right here in Encinitas!!!
My home in Encinitas is rather close to the beauty of the ocean. One of my favorite stops is at San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, where you can view natural wildlife featuring over 250 species of birds. Frequent sightings of blue herons, coots and terns are reported in this area. In addition, several miles of walking trails are available to adventurous visitors, which is perfect for late afternoon strolls. Because this site is undeveloped, restrooms and picnic areas are not available on the premises, however facilities may be found at the nearby park. This place has so many species of birds that you can spend hours and hours photographing them. Right now there are American white pelicans roosting and they just seem to stand around like they’re waiting for a bus! There are Canadian geese that stop off during their annual migration, and there are a few deer feeding in the evening up closer to the college. The loop trail is pretty and the nature center is informative in case you’d like to learn more about the birds and other wildlife in the park. While you’re there, take the loop trail along the edge of the lagoon. Stop, look and listen for a while, or bring a good book along with! I like the beautiful scenery and the great ocean view from the hills. Any nature lover with a home in Encinitas really needs to take a trip to San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve!
A Must See Colony for Art Lovers in Encinitas
If you love the arts and have a home in Encinitas, the 101 Artists Colony is a must visit! Known as “a jewel in the community”, the 101 Artists’ Colony was founded in 1998 and provides space for artist studios, a central space for exhibitions including their highly acclaimed “Children of Chernobyl” Art Exhibition, book signings, and a venue for musical and spoken word performances. In addition, the Colony supports Full Moon Poets, with its increasingly popular twice yearly poetry slams at the historic La Paloma Theatre, and open poetry readings that are held once a month on the full moon. The organization is run solely on volunteers and there are no paid staff members. The signature activity of the 101 Artists’ Colony is the Arts Alive banner program. 2010 marks the eleventh anniversary of the Arts Alive Banner program in Encinitas. Each artist paints an original work of art on banners that are displayed on street lights along Coast Highway 101 throughout downtown Encinitas, Leucadia, Cardiff’s Restaurant Row and the Seaside Market parking lot. It’s a wonderful event and last time I went I ran into my Encinitas real estate agent, Linda Moore, so I thought I’d share a little about the place here!
