Great place to see contemporary and up and coming artist's artwork. You can spend hours casually…read moresoaking in creative works. Parking is conveniently located near. There are a nice amount of restaurants in walking distance. I enjoyed the thr art scavenger hunt with my family. My daughter was totally engaged, so we viewed every installation.

The Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA) is all about bringing people together to explore the art and…read morestories of Southern California artists. OMA has everything this art lover is looking for and more. Their staff are super friendly and helpful contributing to the welcoming atmosphere of my museum experience. The exhibitions are always intriguing...current ones like The Art of Autism, Fabulous Fiber, Space Between, Stories that Connect Us, and Ventana Huichola are captivating. I love "The Touch This" experience. It's a fantastic opportunity to touch the art! My inner child enjoys this connection. The educational workshops for all ages are usually hands-on and engaging. There's FREE Art For All on the 1st Sundays from 12pm-2pm to join the fun art-making experience led by artists and cultural partners from the community. If you want to conversate with local artists, there's a FREE Coffee & Conversation also happening at the same time and of course other events with artists/educators to register for. All in all, OMA is by far the BEST museum I've been to. It definitely stimulates my mind and senses. Highly recommended!

A great spot to take a break from the world…read more It's clean and bright. Lots of books and space. There is even an used bookstore with many gems available at bargain prices. I wouldn't hesitate to drop in here again when in this part of town.

How do I feel about the Oceanside Library?…read more The fountains outside the front of it relax me. I noticed a few people who may have been homeless but they were not begging or sleeping. Inside there is a security guard at the entrance that reassured me of the stewardship of the library. Atmosphere: 5 Stars. The lobby of the library is spacious and filled with natural light. The art and displays of the library are pretty. The layout appears to be designed with sections for children of various age groups as they mature. It is close to a lot of places to eat. Service: 5 Stars. The person at the front desk wore a suit and carried a friendly presence worthy of being the mayor. He was most helpful. I believe I saw others there who work with kids as a part of the library's reading program. Value: 5 Stars. There are many books, DVDs, audiobooks, desks to work on your business, and computers. Free Wifi. Quality: 5 Stars. Worth visiting if you are passing through Oceanside or living nearby. A relaxed, kid friendly, and safe environment. I figure that parents and kids are the biggest winners at this library.

If you live in or near Oceanside and haven't been to the First Friday Art Walk yet, you should go!…read moreI try and make it to every one, and it's always a good time. Super laid-back, very Oceanside. You can wander through Artist Alley, check out local art, talk to artists, and just hang without feeling rushed. The drum circle is always a highlight, the energy is really fun. It's easy to make a night of it too since there are so many good restaurants nearby. Grab dinner, walk the art walk, maybe stop somewhere after. It runs May through September from 5 to 8pm, and it's free. Definitely worth checking out.

Ever since we moved to Oceanside in 2018, and discovered this quaint community event once a month…read moreduring the warmer months, we have been hooked. My husband and I love to browse and shop, getting to know the artists who show up on the First Friday Art Walk every month in Oceanside, California (North San Diego County). It's such a treat to support local creatives. In fact, after years of enjoying the event as customers, I ended up becoming a vendor, where I sell both my International bestselling books and my unique PAUA jewelry designs. This monthly event is a gem, and it keeps growing and getting better over the years. Highly recommended.

Another in the books for COVID-19 times; grab a coffee, shop small, work and social distance all at…read morethe same time. I first stepped foot in The Rising Co. pre-pandemic. This was during their early set-up they were just settling into this comfortable space. Oceanside has created several community shared spaces over recent years, adding to the craft beer, local wine and thriving food scene. A co-op style environment, where local artists, makers and creatives show off there work and which you can support and shop SoCal. There is one of a kind art, fashion and jewelry. An added bonus is coffee, so you can linger longer with abundant seating around. It's one of those places where you will always get your find on; a card, a baby gift, a plant. I picked up some glow in the dark tattoos. Check out this ever changing spot in South O'side... #TheRisingCo #SouthOceanside #LingerLonger #SeaborneCoffee

A gem in oceanside. Coffee was delicious, but it did take a few minutes to get my americano. Prices…read moreare in line with other gourmet coffee shops ($3-$5 for a drink). The ambiance is really sweet. Came on Saturday after a workout class, which is co-located here in the parking lot.

A fantastic slice of early California history with a beautiful church built in 1811, fascinating…read morecemetary, a 200+ year old pepper tree, coffee shop, excellent gift shop, museum, and tours of the buildings and grounds. There is even a priest who sits outside to bless you and any items you purchased in the gift shop -- a nice touch! Notwithstanding Father Junípero Serra's apparent and controversial role in the cultural and physical destruction of Indigenous peoples, the place is a great peek into the past from religious, cultural, and archtectural perpectives.

My goal is to visit all of the missions in California. As an elementary school teacher, I find it…read moreto be fascinating to explore the locations that I teach about during the school year. It helps to personalize all that is taught in classrooms across California. Mission San Luis Rey is one of the prettiest missions that I've visited so far. The parking lot is large, and it also has an overflow to accommodate larger crowds during special events. There is a large, white church that is in the center of the parking lot. Due to its size and proximity, it immediately grabs your attention. Many people begin exploring at the church, but there's much more to see. If you walk to the far left side of the property, you'll see the actual entrance. There is small gift shop as well as a counter where you'll pay your entry fee to explore the museum. One thing that I liked about Mission San Luis Rey is that replicas of various artifacts looked pretty authentic. Also, the backstory for each item was described in detail. The mission was incredibly clean, demonstrating how much pride people take in the presentation of the property. There is a small cemetery adjacent to the church. You can walk around and pay your respects to people who had either a physical or emotional impact on the mission and the community. The grounds are well-maintained and it remains inviting to people who want to explore around. The church is large and inviting. You can purchase candles and place them near the entrance as well as the room off to the side or another room closer to the front of the church. The displays are beautiful and well-lit to draw your attention to details. People maintain a low tone in the church to allow guests to pray, have a moment to themselves, or to make a connection with a higher power. Before you leave, make sure that you stop by the small coffee shop. It's located near the bathrooms near the south side of the property. There is a little gated patio area where you can hang out with friends, family, or even your dog! Mission San Luis Rey is a great place to visit. People are very friendly and quite helpful. When we went to the mission, the weather was perfect and we had a clear view of the area. It was a great experience and I will definitely come back for another visit. I don't know which mission we will visit next, but so far, this is my favorite.

Honestly, I have yet to take a class here but I can't wait for the chance to do so!!…read more This review will be about the store only. I LOVE that this place has a little retail shop at the back where you can see and buy unique handmade glass items. There are so many amazing pieces and it seems like they are all done by local artists which is great. I love to walk in here just to look at all the pretty things they have. This is also a fantastic place to buy something nice for someone. These pieces are so beautiful they would be great as gifts. Highly recommend just stopping in! I do it all the time and there's always something new to see!

I'm hesitant to write a review and let the world know about this really cool place where you can…read morelearn to make glass art. 1st time classes are 30 minutes per person where you get to make a spherical paperweight or heart with the help of an instructor. Then you can do a 2 hr follow up class where you learn how to do glass blowing. Then you can do private classes until you are ready to use the studio on your own. Super fun!!

First of all, I was expecting to see Joe Hisaishi perform but, instead it was a quartet performing…read moremusic by Joe Hisaishi. Did I feel scammed? YES! Did I enjoy the music though? YES! Fortunately, the musicians were all top notch professional musicians with peak level musicality other wise I would have walked out... MUSICIANS: Professional and their playing was very soothing. They even performed an encore at the end which was the Legend of Zelda... SERVICE: C+ I felt like I was entering TSA check in at the airport. Phones must be silent. I couldn't even have the screen on. Too strict for a small theatre... AMBIANCE: 7/10 you could hear fire trucks passing by in the background. Do they plan to leave the theater doors open throughout the entire performance? This is definitely very different from Carnegie Hall... I should have known better. Joe Hisaishi would not be performing at a little theatre like this one... I would steer clear!!!

A friend and I attended the Candlelight performance. I had been to this theater years back and…read moreforgot how convenient the theater is and what great performances they have to offer. They are very organized as far as getting the attendees to their seats. They are also very friendly. We found the place to be very clean and the chairs pretty comfortable. Our tickets were for the C section which was seated further and higher. I thought this was perfect for the performance we were seeing. I will have to keep this place in mind for future shows. I would recommend the theater. Street parking is available and not too far away is a parking garage. Be aware of where you park, watch for timed parking signs.

I love this post office. The staff is always so nice and they appear to be happy with their jobs…read more It's a gorgeous old building, which means it has good ambiance. However, that means there is no AC. I always feel so bad for them during a heat wave. Getting in and out of here with a stroller is damn near impossible, but just don't go when you're on baby duty. There's another post office on Brooks St like 1 mile away, maybe less. The building isn't as pretty as this one and it's not as nice of a walk but it's across from a pleasant park.

This was my first time visiting this USPS location, and I was genuinely shocked by how I was…read moretreated. I politely asked for assistance, and instead of being helped, the employee was extremely rude and hostile. While I was trying to find information, she harassed me, spoke to me aggressively, and acted as though I was an inconvenience simply for being present. To make matters worse, she got on her cell phone and was cursing and speaking negatively about the customers that she encounters, which was completely unprofessional and made me feel uncomfortable. At one point, she told me I needed to "hurry up" because "you have literally 5 minutes before I go to lunch," as if her schedule mattered more than providing basic customer service. I asked for her name, and she said it was Michelle, but by that point her behavior had made me feel so uneasy that I couldn't trust her with my package--or even trust that she was being truthful. I took a photo and informed her that I did not feel comfortable mailing my package there and would be taking my business elsewhere. She didn't stop there she continued to harass me until I was outside the building. No customer should be treated this way, especially when they are being polite and asking for help. This experience was disrespectful, unprofessional, and completely unacceptable for a federal service facility. I will never return to this location, and I strongly caution others unless serious changes are made.

This was my second time going to the Granada House. The music has been excellent , and the art on…read morethe walls are amazing ! AmNot to mention the excellent drinks , and amazing crowd of people . Check this place out ,!

Great venue. We had about 66+ adults and children there for a one year old birthday party. The…read morespace was big enough for a taco stand in the front, a DJ booth and all his equipment, tv for Nintendo HDMI setup for the kids, a playpen for the toddlers, 4 tables for food, ice bins for adult/kid's beverages, seating and a playground next door. We also had a traditional dragon dance performance in the front of the venue. The folks that run it (Kyle, Paige, Jim and Anthony) were really responsive and nice. Our party was the party of the century thanks to them!