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August 2019
August OPOT Get-Together: Morning Coffee!
Enjoy a happy morning with One Park - One Team! Join us for the August OPOT Get-Together at Cafe Mingei at San Diego Art Institute on Wednesday, August 21 from 8:30-10:30 AM for a cup of coffee and pastries on us! Then check out the San Diego Art Institute's current exhibitions before the museum opens, including Forging Territories: Queer Afro and Latinx Contemporary Art and Extra-Ordinary Collusion 2.0. Enjoy complimentary pastries and a cup of regular or decaf coffee, or $2.00 off an upgraded specialty drink. Don't forget to bring…
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OPOT Get-Together: Animal Encounters!
Join One Park One Team for an evening of adventure with the San Diego Zoo! The September OPOT Get-Together will take place on Wednesday, September 18 from 5:15 PM to 6:45 PM. The evening will include a snack at the Dickinson Family Center; an interactive meet-and-greet with the Zoo's digital puppet, Roberta Zebra; an animal presentation and a trip on the twilight bus tour! Tickets are available for employees and volunteers on a first come, first served basis. You *must register to attend. Please contact One…
Find out more »October 2019
Happy Energy Efficiency Day!
October 2nd is Energy Efficiency Day! Join the Sustainability Program in celebrating by taking the quick and fun Energy Efficiency Bingo Challenge. Participating in the Bingo Challenge is easy! Just follow the steps below: Download and print the Energy Efficiency Bingo Sheet. Complete five energy-saving deeds and/or fun facts in a row to get bingo! Snap photos of you and your team in action Submit your completed bingo card(s) to the Sustainability Program at sustainability@bpcp.org by October 7th. The organization…
Find out more »OPOT Get-Together: Behind-the-Scenes Tour of The Old Globe
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of The Old Globe productions? Join One Park - One Team to find out! The October OPOT Get-Together will feature a Behind-the-Scenes tour to share the magic backstage and in the craft shops of The Old Globe's theatres. Two docent-led, one-hour tours will be offered on Thursday, October 17 from 11AM- 12PM and 5:15-6:15 PM. Join us behind-the-scenes and learn more about costume and production design, The Old Globe's history, and more! Let us know you're coming!…
Find out more »November 2019
November OPOT Get-Together: De-Stress with Pets
De-stress with One Park - One Team before the busy holidays! Special animals from San Diego Humane Society's Pet-Assisted Therapy Program, "P-AT De-Stress," will be visiting the Park for the November OPOT Get-Together. Join us at the San Diego Museum of Man's administration building on Thursday, November 14 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Not interested in pets? No problem! We will also have cookies and refreshments available for all in attendance. Enjoy an early afternoon snack and chat with your fellow Balboa Park…
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Balboa Park Employee Appreciation Week 2019
In celebration of Balboa Park Employee Appreciation Week, employees and volunteers can enjoy generous discounts from many of the organizations from December 9 through December 15. This is the perfect opportunity for last minute holiday shopping or to treat yourself! To qualify for these discounts, Park and San Diego Zoo employees must show their photo ID badge or business card/pay stub and a photo ID (ex., a driver’s license). Park volunteers may show their photo ID badge or Volunteer Appreciation…
Find out more »December OPOT Get-Together: Morning Coffee!
Enjoy a happy morning with One Park - One Team! Join us for the December OPOT Get-Together at Daniel's Coffee Cart on Wednesday, December 18 from 8:00-10:00 AM for a cup of coffee and pastries on us! Enjoy complimentary pastries and a cup of regular or decaf coffee, or $2.00 off an upgraded specialty drink. Don't forget to bring your reusable OPOT coffee cup! Attendees can also make origami tree ornaments out of old gift wrapping paper and theatre programs with the Balboa Park Sustainability Program and…
Find out more »January 2020
January OPOT Get-Together: Winter Paradice!
Lace up your skates and try out the Fleet Science Center's new ice skating rink at the January OPOT Get-Together! Guests can try out the synthetic ice-skating rink with fellow Park teammates and learn about the science behind this cool phenomenon. Join OPOT on Thursday, January 23 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Fleet Science Center. Guests can also get cozy and enjoy hot chocolate while perusing the Fleet's ground level exhibits. This One Park – One Team Get-Together is for current Balboa…
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2020 Smith Leadership Symposium
Everyone is a leader, no matter what your job title or area of responsibility. Join your arts, science, and culture colleagues for a day of exploration of your role as a leader, wherever you stand in your organization. The 2020 Smith Leadership Symposium will provide all participants with a day of learning, growth, reflection, and support.
Find out more »March 2020
March OPOT Get-Together: Arts & Craft Hour with Mingei International Museum
Join Mingei International Museum Manager of Education, Shannon Foley, to embroider a t-shirt with a social justice theme. Learn more about what Mingei has been up to during renovation and plans for re-opening. All materials provided. Please indicate t-shirt size upon registration and choose one of two sessions: 11:30am – 12:30pm 1:00pm – 2:00pm This One Park – One Team Get-Together is for current Balboa Park employees and volunteers. This is an opportunity for Balboa Park employees and volunteers to…
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