While many people don’t think we have a winter season in San Diego, it can definitely feel a bit frosty to those of us who live and work here, which means a lot of energy will be used for heating indoor spaces. Even though we may not use nearly as much heating energy as elsewhere in the country, it still … Read More
Park Profiles: Meet Daniel White!
Meet Daniel White! Daniel is the owner and operator of “Daniel’s Coffee“, located in the Spanish Village Art Center. His coffee and specialty drinks selection, as well as great customer service reviews, has brought him and his staff members praise and a long lasting reputation of quality brew. How did Daniel’s Coffee get its start? When I was nineteen, I started working … Read More
Festival of Trees Sneak Preview for Balboa Park Team Members
The San Diego Floral Association– who has organized the Festival of Trees annually for more than 25 years- along with garden clubs, plant societies, schools, Balboa Park institutions and other non-profit organizations, invite all Park team members to a sneak preview of the Festival of Trees at the Casa del Prado in Room 101. This is your chance to see beautifully decorated … Read More
One Park – One Team Morning Get-Together
Join your OPOT family for coffee and frappuccinos courtesy of Daniel’s Coffee Cart in Spanish Village Art Center between 8am and 10am. Start your morning off with some caffeine and continue it with a visit to the recently opened Sustainability Studio! The Studio will be open from 9 -10am during this event. Let us know you’re coming by signing up here. … Read More
Project Development and the Agile Organization
Do you want to spend less time in meetings? Would you like to spend more time working with clear objectives and the freedom to make decisions? Do you want your teams to work more effectively without oversight? In this hands-on workshop Brad MacDonald will take participants through five stages of project development: Preparation, Definition, Prioritization, Development and Evaluation. We’ll discuss, … Read More
LED Lighting Sale
The Balboa Park Sustainability Program is hosting a discount LED lighting sale on Friday, October 28 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Partnering with SDG&E and TechniArt, we’re offering a pack of 8 LED bulbs for $10, that’s up to 83% off light bulbs! This event is open to the public. The lighting sale will take place just outside of … Read More
Third Annual Sustainability Partners’ Breakfast
Join us and local sustainability leaders for the Balboa Park Cultural Partnership’s third annual Sustainability Partners’ Breakfast. This event builds awareness of local sustainability initiatives and honors Balboa Park organizations for their exceptional work in the field of sustainability and energy efficiency. This year, museum expert and author, Sarah Sutton, will address role of cultural organizations in the sustainable transformation of communities. We look forward to … Read More
Realize the Power of Energy Analysis
If your business is looking for ways to reduce its energy use, a smart approach begins with a comprehensive energy analysis. Such an audit typically costs $0.10 to $0.15 per square foot when performed by top-tier engineering talent, but SDG&E is offering no-cost audits for eligible businesses through its Comprehensive Audit Program. What You Get An energy audit will be … Read More
Maker Faire San Diego 2016
Maker Faire San Diego, a celebration of the Maker Movement and the do-it-yourself culture, returns to Balboa Park October 1-2. With air rockets, homemade robots, towering sculptures, and a world of virtual reality, San Diegans are invited to be creative, engage in technology, and get their hands dirty. From artists to scientists to engineers to crafters, Maker Faire San Diego … Read More
New Partnership with Jimbo’s…Naturally!
The Balboa Park Cultural Partnership is grateful for its new partnership with a San Diego natural foods grocer! Thanks to the generous donation from Jimbo’s…Naturally! (Horton Plaza location) we are able to offer yummy and organic food items for some upcoming events, as well as gift card donations for raffles. Some of the events supported by this partnership include: October 1 + 2 … Read More