Living in Delightful La Jolla
La Jolla (pronounced La Hoya) is derived from the spanish word jewel. and few jewels have ever shone in such a fabulous setting. From the surging surf of the blue Pacific to the eucalyptus crowned Muirlands and the solemn majesty of Mt. Soledad, La Jolla's picturesque peninsula presents one extraordinary panorama after another.

Restful – La Jolla's serenity is unmarred by frenzied factories, tooting trains, or frantic freeways. It is primarily a calm, quiet, residential community of single family dwellings, garden apartments and the accompanying service establishments. Here also,are a few of the world's most beautiful retirement homes, Casa de Manana, White Sands, Chateau La Jolla.

HOSPITABLE – Travelers from all over the world have acclaimed the comforts of La Jolla's luxurious hotels and motels, and the cuisine of its many renowned restaurants. La Jolla's distinctive shops are an index to the cosmopolitan tastes of residents and visitors alike, offering a wide selection from the markets of the entire world.

LOVELY – Flowers are everywhere in La Jolla. The smallest homes have their flowered patios for outdoor living and informal entertaining. Truly, every aspect of La Jolla is designed for delightful living.

CULTURE – From the standpoint of culture, La Jolla is unique. Connoisseurs of art, devotees of drama and music can gratify their interests through the many private galleries, in addition to the La Jolla Museum of Contemporary Art. Lovers of drama and music can attend concerts by world renowned artists, presented by the Musical Arts Society, or a choice of nearby Community Theatres. Concerts at the Mandell Weiss Center, Starlight Opera and the San Diego Symphony attract thousands.

RECREATION – Looking for an exciting or relaxing form of recreation? Versatile La Jolla abounds in every form of outdoor activity. From golf and tennis to surfing, shuffleboard, deep sea fishing, skin diving, the annual, traditional Rough Water Swim and more. Perhaps you would rather spend leisure hours walking along the miles of beautiful beaches and shoreline, gathering shells and gazing at the wonders of marine life, momentarily trapped by low tide. Starfish, baby octopi, tiny fish, crabs and other crustaces are all there for your unhurried observation.

SCHOOLS – Because of the caliber of educational opportunity here, some of the country's leading researchers and scientists live and work in La Jolla. Its primary and secondary school system is one of the finest in California. There are several excellent private schools, including the well known Bishop's School for Girls and Boys and the La Jolla Country Day School. The University of California has developed a major campus (UCSD) for both undergraduate and graduate study, adjacent to is present Scripps Institution of Oceanography, a center of world research on the secrets of the seven seas. Overlooking the pacific Ocean and beautiful La Jolla, CA is the prestigious Salk Institute for Biological Studies. Other nearby institutions of higher education included San Diego State University, the University of San Diego, the United States International University.

CHURCHES – Nearly every denomination in the large number of churches in La Jolla is represented. Architecturally, as well as spiritually inspiring, there are Episcopal, Presbyterian, Catholic, Congregational, Christian Science, Baptist, Lutheran, Jewish Synagogue. Assembly of God, Christian Methodist, Quaker, Religious Science, Church of God and Community Church and others.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS – Championship tennis and golf are found at the La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club, the La Jolla Tennis Club, the La Jolla Country Club and Torrey Pines Golf Club. La Jolla also has the men's major service clubs and women's business social clubs. There is a well patronized Senior Citizen 's Center , a Historical Society, YMCA, Florence Riford Library, Welcome Wagon for newcomers to La Jolla, and a Public Community Center with an attractive playground for the children.

PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL – La Jolla is proud of its fine modern Scripps Memorial Hospital, and the internationally famous Scripps Clinic and Research Foundation. Many noted physicians, dentists, engineers, attorneys, architects and educators live and practice in La Jolla. The village has excellent weekly newspapers such as the La Jolla Light and the La Jolla Village News, many financial institutions and branches of prominent investment houses.

LA JOLLA AND ITS ENVIRONS ARE RICH IN INTEREST – La Jolla's own Scripps Institution of Oceanography, a branch of University of California, possesses a unique aquarium and museum, offering extensive exhibits, in native sea life. Connoisseurs of art will find rewarding exhibitions always on display at the Art Museum in La Jolla. Only a few minutes away is San Diego's Presidio Park with its relic-rich Sierra Museum, towering high above quaint Old Town with many historical landmarks recalling early California days. Beyond that, Balboa Park lures the visitors with its Museum of Man, Museum of Natural History, Botanical Gardens and world-renowned San Diego Zoo. Sea World, located on Mission Bay, and the Wild Animal Park (north) are other popular points of interest. Cabrillo National Monument at the tip of Point Loma affords one of the world's most notable seascapes, with a tremendous view of San Diego harbor and Naval and Marine installations. Old Mexico lies only 35 miles south of La Jolla with Old-World atmosphere, intriguing bazaars, two famous bullrings and the renowned Caliente Racetrack. North and East of La Jolla, the explorer reaches Palomar Observatory with the world's largest reflector telescope. The route to Palomar, "Highway of the Stars" is one of California's most scenic drives.

LOCATION AND CLIMATE – La Jolla, which is a seaside community within the city of San Diego, is 115 miles south of Los Angeles and 14 miles north of downtown San Diego. It is not on a railroad but the Santa Fe serves both Del Mar and San Diego, close at hand. Major Airlines maintain regular schedules into San Diego. Motor travel is easy and pleasant over fine highways from east and north. La Jolla has one of the most equable climates in the United States with only a 13 degrees spread between its average summer high of 71 degrees and its average winter low of 58 degrees. Average yearly rainfall is 10.2".

LA JOLLA TOWN COUNCIL – This organization serves La Jolla as an alert Civic Association and is supported by the business people and residents of La Jolla. Their office will be happy to answer in detail any questions about the community.

LA JOLLA REAL ESTATE BROKERS ASSOCIATION, INC. – known locally as REBA, includes many individual offices. Most of the Brokers and Salesmen reside as well as work in La Jolla, and are committed to keeping La Jolla a beautiful place to live, visit and enjoy. REBA has assisted through the years in preserving La Jolla's beauty by not using residential signs.