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Family Solar Fun Day at Jack’s Pond Park

SAN MARCOS — The city of San Marcos Community Services will sponsor an interpretive event featuring solar energy displays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 1, at Jack’s Pond Park, 986 La Moree Road.
Participants can learn about solar energy with hands-on fun. The San Diego Solar Cooking Club will demonstrate cooking techniques using the sun’s energy and will display several solar cooker designs. Free plans will be available for those with an interest in building their own solar cooker. This event is appropriate for all ages. There is a $3 charge per person (free to members of Friends of San Marcos Parks and Trails.) An adult must accompany all minors. RSVP to (760) 744-9000, ext. 3508.