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Trolley Dances at the downtown Central Library!

This year, Trolley Dances includes several performances inside the San Diego Central Library! — This year, Trolley Dances includes several performances at San Diego’s downtown Central Library!

Trolley Dances in 2017 is as cool as ever!

Trolley Dances is an annual event in San Diego that uses unusual public spaces as settings for dance. The inspired, provocative performances are produced and choreographed by the San Diego Dance Theater.

Buy a ticket for this year’s event and you’ll be led on an adventure for mind, body and spirit. Mobile audiences, following Trolley Dances group leaders, disembark the San Diego Trolley’s Blue Line at various stops to view performances from Chula Vista to downtown San Diego.

Trolley Dances runs for only two weekends. It’s a brilliant concept that’s a lot of fun and full of surprises.

A few of the performances this year take place at San Diego’s downtown Central Library. I took some quick photos so that you can get a taste of what you will experience!

A mobile audience has arrived on foot from a nearby trolley station. They are led into downtown San Diego's dynamic public library to enjoy fantastic dance performances! — A mobile audience has arrived on foot from a nearby trolley station. They are led into downtown San Diego’s dynamic public library to enjoy fantastic dance performances!

The dances all contain raw organic energy and beautifully expressed emotion.

The dancers use the Central Library's public entrance as an unusual stage during Trolley Dances. In another very dramatic dance, which I didn't photograph, the escalators were used to great effect. — The dancers use the Central Library’s public entrance as an unusual stage during Trolley Dances. In another superb dance, which I didn’t photograph, the nearby escalators were used to produce an outstanding dramatic effect.

Outside the library, in the courtyard, the audience now watches dancers framed in glass windows!

The dancers come outside and engage the audience.

A day enjoying the Trolley Dances is a great adventure for mind, body and spirit! — A day enjoying the Trolley Dances makes for a great adventure!

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Friday food trucks and fun in Balboa Park!

People stroll down El Prado, checking out a variety of gourmet food trucks on a late Friday afternoon. — People stroll down El Prado, checking out a huge variety of gourmet food trucks on a late Friday afternoon.

If you haven’t been to Food Truck Friday in Balboa Park, you’re missing out!

Not only is there all sorts of yummy food, but there is grass to picnic on and live music and juggling and hula hoops and checkers and crafts for the kids and colorful flowers and splashing fountains and amazing architecture and smiles and . . . I could go on and on! And the museums are open late, too!

Balboa Park’s special magic adds spice to an already tasty meal!

Balboa Park Food Truck Friday promises yummy eats and fun through September in the Plaza de Panama. — Balboa Park’s Food Truck Friday promises yummy eats and fun through September in the Plaza de Panama and along the length of El Prado.

Feasting on the grass in sunny Balboa Park. Food Truck Fridays is the place to be for a fun and festive dinner. — Feasting on the grass in sunny Balboa Park. Food Truck Fridays is the place to be for a festive family-friendly dinner.

Kenny Shelton the friendly juggler was getting warmed up. He and other entertainers can be found throughout the park. — Kenny Shelton the awesome juggler was getting warmed up. He and other entertainers can be found throughout the park.

A beautiful photo of the Plaza de Panama, its fountain, flowers, and the House of Hospitality during Food Truck Friday. — A beautiful photo of the Plaza de Panama, its fountain, flowers, and the sunlit House of Hospitality during Food Truck Friday.

If you live in San Diego, this giant checkerboard and these hula hoops are waiting for you!

Musicians were playing under the Balboa Park Conservancy canopy near the Plaza de Panama fountain.

The San Diego Model Railroad Museum had a table in the plaza where kids could paint pictures of trains! — The San Diego Model Railroad Museum had a table in the plaza where young kids could apply dots of paint to fun trains!

And nearby, Spanish Village Art Center had their own fun table where kids could be creative! — And nearby, Spanish Village Art Center had their own cool table where kids could be creative!

I spotted a Puppet Shows sign traveling through the plaza. So naturally I had to investigate... — I spotted a Puppet Shows sign traveling through the plaza. So naturally I had to investigate…

The Marie Hitchcock Puppet Theatre in Balboa Park is now presenting The Little Mermaid! A pelican puppet says hello and invites you all to the show!

A truly Happy Friday in San Diego's always amazing Balboa Park. — A truly Happy Friday in San Diego’s always amazing Balboa Park.

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See the motorcycle used by The Fonz on Happy Days!

Fonzie's motorcycle and leather jacket from Happy Days is on display at the San Diego Automotive Museum in Balboa Park! — Fonzie’s motorcycle and leather jacket from Happy Days is on display at the San Diego Automotive Museum in Balboa Park!

There are lots of good reasons to visit the San Diego Automotive Museum in Balboa Park. They’ve got all sorts of one-of-a-kind cars that you won’t find anywhere else. They also have a very cool motorcycle that you might have seen on television. That is, if you’re an old-timer like me.

Remember the classic show Happy Days? Remember how The Fonz would appear on his motorcycle, wearing his 50s-style leather jacket? During the 1970s and early 1980s, Fonzie became one of America’s greatest cultural icons. Today, by visiting the San Diego Automotive Museum, you can see a motorcycle and leather jacket that actor Henry Winkler used while portraying The Fonz!

I visited the museum last weekend and took a few photos. Check it out!

One of three 1949 Triumph Trophy TR5 Scrambler motorcycles used by Fonzie in the filming of the television show Happy Days can be seen at the San Diego Automotive Museum. — This 1949 Triumph Trophy TR5 Scrambler is one of three motorcycles used by The Fonz in the classic television show Happy Days. You can see the motorcycle up close at the San Diego Automotive Museum.

Photo of the 1949 Triumph Trophy TR5 Scrambler from a different angle. — Photo of Fonzie’s cool 1949 Triumph Trophy TR5 Scrambler from a different angle.

Leather jacket worn by Henry Winkler, who played cultural icon Arthur Fonzarelli–The Fonz–on the very popular American television show Happy Days!

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Photos of Steven Universe music video with Estelle!

Wow! I just watched an amazing performance!

A fun, upbeat music video featuring Estelle was videotaped this afternoon in San Diego during 2017 Comic-Con! And hundreds of super enthusiastic people–young and old–came out to sing along!

Many in the crowd dressed like their favorite Steven Universe characters or held up signs containing messages of optimism and love!

The crowd sang along and enjoyed every second of it. I’m still feeling elated as I write this blog! Even though I’ve never watched a single episode of Steven Universe or heard the song before.

Estelle is a Grammy-award winning musician. She also voices the character Garnet in Cartoon Network’s super popular animated TV show. It looks to me like Steven Universe rocks!

The guy in charge of the production announced to the crowd that the video, titled Stronger Than You, should appear on Cartoon Network in a couple days.

Let me share a few photos…

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Photos of uniforms, weapons, props of Star Trek: Discovery!

Klingon warrior uniforms on display at the Star Trek Discovery exhibit. Each member or follower of a House is equipped with a unique style of armor. — Klingon warrior uniforms on display at the Star Trek: Discovery exhibit. Each member or follower of a House is equipped with a unique style.

Uniforms, space suits, armors, weapons and other props used in the filming of Star Trek: Discovery have been previewed at 2017 San Diego Comic-Con. The exhibit in the Gaslamp Quarter includes some really incredible pieces. A good number of Federation and Klingon items are on display. I took some photos!

After looking at this incredible exhibit, I definitely want to check out the upcoming television series on CBS All Access. The story will take place about a decade before the events of the original Star Trek series.

Those attending 2017 San Diego Comic-Con had a first look at uniforms, armor, weapons and other props from the upcoming television series Star Trek Discovery. — Those attending 2017 San Diego Comic-Con had a first look at uniforms, armor, weapons and other props from the upcoming television series Star Trek: Discovery.

As I waited in line for the Star Trek Discovery exhibit at 2017 Comic-Con, some cool cosplay went by. These guys have Federation fezzes! — As I waited in line for the Star Trek: Discovery exhibit at 2017 Comic-Con, some cool cosplay went by. These guys have Federation fezzes!

I'm almost ready to enter the Star Trek Discovery exhibit in San Diego's Gaslamp! — I’m almost ready to enter the Star Trek: Discovery exhibit in San Diego’s Gaslamp!

Torchbearer Armor. This suit serves as both an EV space suit and battle armor for selected Kingon warriors.

The Comic-Con exhibit contains Star Trek Discovery promotional posters and photos from production. — The Comic-Con exhibit contains Star Trek: Discovery promotional posters and photos from the show’s production.

Starfleet Duty Uniforms used in the filming of Star Trek Discovery. — Starfleet Duty Uniforms used in the filming of Star Trek: Discovery.

Starfleet Phaser Pulse Rifle, and Starfleet Hand Phaser.

Another photo of the Starfleet Hand Phaser.

Periscopic Klingon Bridge Officer Helmet. Worn by Klingon pilots to provide a Heads Up Display of weapon systems, star system charts, and other tactical information.

Starfleet Medical Officer Duty Uniform and Starfleet Duty Uniform, Operations Division.

Standard issue Starfleet Command Communicator and Tricorder.

Klingon Disruptor Rifle and smaller Disruptor. — Klingon Disruptor Rifle and a smaller Disruptor.

Part of a Klingon mek'leth, a ceremonial bladed weapon used in close quarters combat. — Part of a Klingon mek’leth, a ceremonial bladed weapon used in close quarters combat.

House of T'Kuvma Klingon Uniform. — House of T’Kuvma Klingon Uniform.

Klingon Helmet and Collar. Each warrior's battle armor bears a unique look reflecting their honor. — Klingon Helmet and Collar. Each warrior’s battle armor bears a unique look reflecting their honor.

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Comic-Con insanity! More cosplay and a TV star!

Here comes another big dose of 2017 Comic-Con insanity! Check out all these photos of great, inventive cosplay! And other cool stuff! And I had a sighting of a big TV star, too!

A happy Star Wars family heads down Fifth Avenue in the Gaslamp during 2017 Comic-Con.

This member of the Fantastic Four seems embarrassed. Probably due to their last movie.

I'm not sure what this dog's super power is. — I’m not sure what this dog’s super power is.

Lots of leathery costumes. I see Flash and Deadpool.

She-Hulk and Raven cosplay during 2017 San Diego Comic-Con!

Walking around Comic-Con is like voyaging through a crazy, wacky, wonderful dream.

A steampunk Ghostbuster shows me his very cool proton pack.

Donate blood during Comic-Con at the Manchester Grand Hyatt Hotel and you'll get this cool shirt! — Donate blood during Comic-Con at the Manchester Grand Hyatt Hotel and you’ll get this cool shirt!

Even Flash can't remove his eyes from that spellbinding phone. — Even Flash can’t remove his eyes from that spellbinding phone.

This might be my favorite cosplay. Opera Bugs Bunny! What's Opera, Doc? — This might be my favorite cosplay. Opera Bugs Bunny! What’s Opera, Doc?

Members of the Montrose Magpies Quidditch team!

I was told this is a cosplay of Spartan Mandalorian.

Must be out of web fluid. Because Spiderman's hanging at the end of the line. — Must be out of web fluid. Because Spiderman’s hanging at the end of the line.

It doesn't seem people talk to each other anymore. Perhaps escapism can go too far? — A similar sight everywhere. People don’t talk to each other like they used to. Perhaps escapism can go too far?

A morning session of Ninjago yoga (ninjoga) at Comic-Con! — A morning session of Ninjago yoga (Ninjoga) at Comic-Con!

Princess Leia sets up a cut-out of Bernie Sanders.

Lightsabers and minions... — Lightsabers and minions…

Bare-chested Outlander guys were getting lots of attention near the Omni.

This guy is raising awareness about the charitable organization Oxfam. They are providing help for refugees. — This guy is raising awareness about the charitable organization Oxfam. They are providing help for refugees during the current crisis. Refugees are real people in a real world.

Actor Grant Gustin, who plays the superhero Flash on CW looks down on the Comic-Con crowd from a Hard Rock Hotel balcony.

Three large Alien eggs on display. I didn't hang around because I noticed one was opening. — Three large Alien eggs on display. I didn’t hang around because I noticed one was opening.

A good old fashioned Stormtrooper. — A good old-fashioned Stormtrooper.

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A look inside the Futurism and Tech Pavilion at Comic-Con.

The Futurism and Tech Pavilion at 2017 San Diego Comic-Con occupies a large area of one floor inside the Omni Hotel.

There’s a super cool, free attraction during 2017 Comic-Con that relatively few people seem to know about. It’s the Futurism and Tech Pavilion, located up that long glass-enclosed escalator in the Omni Hotel.

You’ll discover the very latest entertainment technology (some of which will blow your mind) and no badge is required! If you are interested in virtual reality, this place is absolutely a must see.

Check out my photos and read the captions to get an idea of what you will find…

This cool, free Comic-Con venue allows organizations and businesses to showcase their latest efforts in technology, artificial intelligence and virtual reality.

The AI Innovation Fair includes artificial intelligence, robotics and other related technology. — The AI Innovation Fair area includes artificial intelligence, robotics and other related technology.

Hyperloop Transportation Technologies and RE'FLEKT demonstrated a futuristic transportation concept with virtual reality. — Hyperloop Transportation Technologies and RE’FLEKT demonstrate a futuristic transportation concept with virtual reality.

This guy representing Brain2Bot demonstrated simple AI in a robot that mimics a dog. Eating magnetic pellets makes it happy! — This guy representing Brain2Bot demonstrated simple AI in a robot that mimics a dog. Eating magnetic pellets that it gathers with a tongue makes it happy!

These interactive Professor Einstein robots challenge people with brain games.

Inside a second room, many entertainment companies demonstrated their latest technology, including VR, holograms, video controllers, and more. — Inside a second room, many entertainment companies demonstrated their latest technology, including VR, holograms, video game controllers, and more.

The Sonic the Hedgehog booth had people jump for a ring in front of a green screen for prizes. They could see themselves in a video game.

Project Cars 2 had these super cool driving simulators.

Artist Rob Prior had a booth with some of his cool pop art. I learned he includes a chicken head hidden in every piece.

The Mira Prism uses your iPhone to produce holograms in your field of view!

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Vikings actors greet crowd! A longship burns!

Viking warriors gather on Embarcadero Marina Park South during 2017 Comic-Con to reenact the funeral ceremony of a fallen hero. — Viking warriors gather at Embarcadero Marina Park South during 2017 Comic-Con to reenact the funeral ceremony of a fallen hero.

A special event during 2017 Comic-Con was held Friday evening at Embarcadero Marina Park South. Vikings, a popular show on History, staged a ceremonial Viking funeral that climaxed with the burning of a longship on San Diego Bay!

A large crowd gathered in the park and watched as a fallen hero was carried off by other warriors with great solemnity. Then they cheered when the principal actors made a sudden appearance.

The staged burning of the Viking longship was exactly the sort of spectacle one expects at Comic-Con!

Fans at San Diego Comic-Con await a special event that promotes the History Channel's hit show Vikings. — Fans at San Diego Comic-Con await a special event that promotes History’s hit show Vikings.

A 45 foot Viking longship floats on San Diego Bay. Its burning will be a central attraction of the event.

Here come actors portraying a clan of Vikings. We're almost ready to begin. — Here come actors portraying a clan of Vikings. We’re almost ready to begin.

A fallen warrior is ready to be carried from a small fortress-like Viking building.

The body is transported out in a solemn ceremony.

I knew the Vikings were great explorers, but I didn't realize they sailed all the way to San Diego Bay! — I knew the Vikings were great explorers, but I didn’t realize they sailed all the way to San Diego Bay!

After a long wait, the stars of the show arrive to much cheering. Here comes Katheryn Winnick, who portrays Lagertha.

And here is Travis Fimmel, who for many years played the lead character Ragnar Lothbrok. — And here is Alexander Ludwig, who plays Bjorn Ironside.

Travis Fimmel greets his fans in San Diego during 2017 Comic-Con. — Alexander Ludwig greets his fans in San Diego during 2017 Comic-Con.

The crowd favorite arrives. It's Alexander Ludwig, who plays Bjorn Lothbrok. — A crowd favorite arrives. It’s Alex Hogh Andersen, who plays Ivar the Boneless.

Alexander Ludwig heads into the fortress, from which the actors address the crowd. — Alex Hogh Andersen heads into the fortress, from which the actors address the crowd.

Everyone listens to the actors, watches a trailer and answers show trivia for prizes while we wait for twilight.

People grow restless after waiting quite a long while.

The Viking longship is overtaken by shadow as the sun sets, then finally the nearby boats move safely away.

A Viking funeral. The longship burns on San Diego Bay.

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More craziness and cosplay at 2017 Comic-Con!

A dinosaur has been spotted roaming among the huge crowds at 2017 Comic-Con!

The absolute zaniness of Comic-Con is something you have to experience for yourself. It seems that this year, no matter where I walk, downtown San Diego is crazier than ever!

There’s no escape from the all-out Hollywood marketing mayhem; super creative cosplay is everywhere; and everywhere you turn there is something new, absurd and undeniably magical!

Adam Warlock has the Infinity Gauntlet. Thanos doesn't have a chance. — Adam Warlock has the Infinity Gauntlet. Thanos doesn’t have a chance.

Cosplay of Sheriff Deputy Rick Grimes from The Walking Dead, Season One.

Cosplay of Mercy and Reaper of Overwatch!

Kids ride a Star Wars speeder through the Gaslamp!

Klingon cosplay during San Diego Comic-Con!

Actual weddings will take place at Syfy's Geek Love Chapel! — Actual weddings will take place at Syfy’s Geek Love Chapel during 2017 Comic-Con!

A peek into the romantic Geek Love Chapel!

Cosplay Aquaman and--I believe--Mera. — Cosplay of Aquaman and–I believe–Mera.

Cosplays of Hermione, Daredevil, and American Maid from The Tick.

Just a whole lot of crazy fun at 2017 San Diego Comic-Con!

Adult Swim was offering free rides around the city to Comic-Con fans. — Adult Swim was offering free rides around the city for Comic-Con fans.

I was told this cosplay is from PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds. — I was told this cosplay is from PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds.

A bunch of Vikings have assembled in the Gaslamp to promote the History Channel's popular program. — A bunch of Vikings have assembled in the Gaslamp to promote History’s popular show.

The dead body of a heroic Viking warrior is carried down Fifth Avenue for Comic-Con.

Horn blows during the Viking funeral procession.

A fan poses with another cosplay Aquaman.

Cosplay of Robin. He must think I'm a crafty supervillain. — Cosplay of a feisty Robin. He must think I’m a crafty supervillain.

Here comes Pepsiman! He must be searching for his adversary Cokeman.

It's Gulliver of the San Diego Gulls hockey team at Comic-Con! — It’s Gulliver of the San Diego Gulls hockey team at Comic-Con!

Max offered me a ride on his cool Star Trek pedicab! — Max offered me a ride on his cool Star Trek Discovery pedicab!

Here we go, down the crazy streets of San Diego! — Here we go, down the streets of downtown San Diego!

Wonder Woman was waving her God Killer sword about, so we kept a safe distance.

Even the Super Dentists are at Comic-Con!

Orange Golf Vader and other assorted weird, unknown villains lie in wait on the sidewalk.

Cosplay of Dark Angel Olivia from Rage of Bahamut. Super cool!

Uh, oh! Harley's got her big hammer poised and ready! — Uh, oh! Harley’s got her big hammer poised and ready!

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Broad City fans paint big coloring book at Comic-Con!

A scene from Broad City comes to life inside Comedy Central's enormous coloring book during 2017 Comic-Con. — A scene from Broad City comes to life inside Comedy Central’s enormous “coloring book” during 2017 Comic-Con.

Have you ever stepped inside a coloring book? You can at 2017 San Diego Comic-Con!

The Comedy Central series Broad City has a cool, free attraction where people can paint the walls of a room with colorful scenes from the show! It’s paint by numbers! It’s a brilliant idea that inspires fan interaction! Take a look!

Anyone can enjoy this Broad City special attraction during Comic-Con. If you share a photo with a certain hashtag, you can win a prize.

People look at the colorfully painted walls, or take up a brush and contribute with their own creativity.

Some of the bright artwork inspired by the wacky Comedy Central show Broad City.

Photo of finished artwork on the floor. — Photo of some finished artwork on the floor.

SpongeBob SquarePants checks out the dazzling Broad City coloring book room! He must think the luminous colors are like bright fish underwater.

The paint seems to magically glow in the dimly lit room.

More humorous images inspired by the popular Comedy Central show.

Someone adds color to the Season Premiere.

These kids are contributing, too. It's color by number. — These kids are contributing, too. It’s color by number.

Fan of the Comedy Central show Broad City paints a wall during 2017 San Diego Comic-Con. — Fan of the Comedy Central show Broad City paints a wall during 2017 San Diego Comic-Con!

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