Spring brings with it a time for reflection, a chance to get together and an opportunity to celebrate traditions old and new. The third annual Liberty Station Spring Fling, set for Saturday, April 23 from noon to 5 p.m. at Ingraham Plaza and NTC Park, promises activities for children and their families — including an Easter egg scavenger hunt and photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny. The event is free. “We do have the balloon artists and the Easter Bunny will be there for pictures. There’s going to be performances by certain [Liberty Station] tenants and by [local band] Rockola,” said Spring Fling account coordinator Chloe Preussker. “We wanted the whole community to come to the event. It’s like Liberty Station’s gift to the community.” Included in the events will be a beanbag toss, inflatable jumpers and performances by local organizations like the Liberty Station-based San Diego Gymnastics. “The Spring Fling is one of our favorite events,” said Samantha Folts, San Diego Gymnastics Gym director. “We always have it on the calendar and look forward to it each year.” Folts helps run the school where about 450 students ranging from 12 months to 17 years of age toss and tumble on a weekly basis. This Saturday, they’ll set up gymnastic obstacle courses and equipment so children can get a handle on some gymnastic skills while being guided by seasoned instructors outdoors. Also, expect to see performances from the school’s cheer and competitive teams, she said. The gym has participated in the event since the Spring Fling’s inception three years ago. San Diego Gymnastics will be in the health and wellness building on the corner of Roosevelt and Historic Decatur roads during the egg hunt. They’ll be one of several businesses that will open their doors to the public for the hunt. Also performing live will be Rockola, the rock ’n’ roll cover band known for playing classic hits around town Hosted by the Point Loma Community Park and Recreation Council, the Spring Fling is expected to draw about 3,000 people to the Liberty Station arts and cultural district at the intersection of Lytton and Rosecrans streets. For more information or to learn how to get involved, call (619) 531-1534 or visit www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/cabrillo.shtml.
