‘Local Author Showcase’ event at Encinitas Library
A “Local Author Showcase” will be held at the Encinitas Library on Sunday, March 23, from 1:30 p.m.-4 p.m.Ten local authors meet and greet, sell and sign books. Each author gets a 15 minute slot to speak starting at 1:30 p.m. A variety of activities are also held at the event, including a scavenger hunt. The event is for all ages with chances to win prizes.The Encinitas Library is located at 540 Cornish Dr., Encinitas.
Zero Waste Textile Expo
Solana Center for Environmental Innovation will host the Zero Waste Textile Expo on Sunday, March 23 from 1-4 p.m. at the Encinitas Community and Senior Center. The interactive event will help educate the community about the impact of clothing and textile waste and the urgent need to move towards more sustainable models in fashion.Event activities and displays include a clothing swap, crafting for kids, creative upcycling ideas from local fashion designers and ta mini San Diego Fix-It Clinic where you can bring your textile items that need a little love and mending. RSVP for the clinic up until two days before the event at tinyurl.com/5759r6ju.
‘You Can’t Take It With You’ reading at North Coast Rep
North Coast Rpertory Theatre will present a reading of the wonderfully chaotic world of “You Can’t Take It with You,” the Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart. The event will be held on Monday, March 24, 7:30 p.m. at North Coast Rep in (987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach). Meet the quirky, lovable Sycamore family, who embrace life on their own with boundless enthusiasm and eccentricity. When their daughter’s fiancé brings his strait-laced, wealthy parents over for dinner, hilarity ensues as two very different worlds collide. Overflowing with heart, humor, and timeless charm, You Can’t Take It with You is a delightful reminder that happiness comes from following your ions and living life to the fullest, according to a news release.
Featuring some of North Coast Rep’s favorite actors: Bryan Barbarin, Eileen Bowman, Megan Carmitchel, Drew Bradford, Geno Carr, Nancy Snow Carr, Lena Ceja, Benjamin Cole, David Ellenstein, Ron Christopher Jones, Brian Mackey, James Newcomb, Allison Spratt Pearce, Katy Tang, and Christopher M. Williams Call 858-481-1055, or visit www.northcoastrep.org to purchase tickets.
North Coast Rep extends run date of ‘What the Constitution Means to Me’
North Coast Repertory Theatre is currently presenting “What the Constitution Means to Me,” a transformative theatrical experience that has captivated audiences nationwide, according to a news release. San Diego favorite Jacque Wilke brings playwright Heidi Schreck’s Tony-nominated, Pulitzer Prize finalist to vibrant life, weaving personal narrative with constitutional history in this critically-acclaimed production.The play’s run has now been extended through to March 30. North Coast Rep is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach. For ticket information, call 858-481-1055, or visit ww.northcoastrep.org.
City to hold youth piano competition
The city of Encinitas will hold the 2025 Youth Piano Concerto Competition with the North Coast Symphony Orchestra. Young pianists in grades K-12 can compete for the first-place prize of a $250 contract to perform one movement of a concerto in a concert with the North Coast Symphony Orchestra on June 14. The deadline to is March 26. Visit encinitasca.gov/community/cultural-arts/piano-competition.
Death Cafe
Hosted by Selena Jong of Moving Through — Death Doula (www.movingthrough.org). At a Death Cafe (www.deathcafe.com), people, often strangers, gather to eat treats, drink tea and discuss death.The objective is to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. The goal is to create an inviting, safe space to share the heartfelt experience of diving into a taboo topic which unites everyone. Free ission. Saturday, March 22, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., reoccurring every fourth Saturday of the month.Location: Seaside Center for Spiritual Living, 1613 Lake Drive Encinitas. Please RSVP at Meetup: The Death Network or email [email protected]
Rose grower to speak at Del Mar Rose Society event, public welcome
Del Mar Rose Society presents California’s premier rose grower Scott Klittich, owner of the famous Otto and Son’s 38 acre nursery. He will share “Growing Roses in California gardens” and review new roses for 2025. Thursday, March 27, 6:30 p.m. at the Del Mar Powerhouse Community Center, 1658 Coast Blvd. Reception followed by lecture at 7 p.m. For more information, call 760-809-6860 or http://delmarrosesociety.com, public welcome.
Breeders’ Cup 2025 ticketing and experience highlights
San Diegans interested in attending the 2025 Breeders’ Cup in Del Mar, to run Oct. 31-Nov. 1, can now browse details and pricing options for 2025 event experiences at Del Mar — ranging from elegant dining to lively general ission. Tickets go on sale April 23 at 9 a.m. PST. Renowned restaurateur and Michelin-starred Chef Curtis Stone will return to Del Mar to curate menus in select dining areas at the event. To for pre-sale access, visit BreedersCup.com/2025 Breeders’ Cup will leverage SeatGeek’s cutting-edge technology to streamline the fan experience. San Diegans looking to purchase tickets in April are encouraged to create a SeatGeek now at SeatGeek.com/#
Spring Art & Wine Walk
The Forum Carlsbad, 1905 Calle Barcelona, will put on its Spring Art & Wine Walk from 3 to 6 p.m. April 5 featuring a showcase of art along with wine tastings and live music. Artwork ranges from paintings and ceramics to photography and mixed media, displayed in participating shops and restaurants. Donations will be accepted at The Wine Garden on behalf of The Flower Fields Foundation. Visit theforumcarlsbad.com.
13th Annual Regale in the Ranch benefit event
The Beach & Country Guild and United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego will hold its 13th Annual Regale in the Ranch benefit event, “Red, White & Bling,” on Thursday, May 8, from 6 p.m.-10 p.m. at the Secret Garden at Rancho Santa Fe (17025 Avenida De Acacias, RSF). Wear your best “Red, White & Bling” and attend the event to help United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego. The event features libations and delicious bites from local vendors and restaurants, live music, opportunity drawing and live auction. Limited open seating is available on a first come first basis for general ission. For tickets and more information go to shorturl.at/Fm61n
The County Friends Annual Spring Luncheon returns in April
The Country Friends nonprofit will hold its Annual Spring Luncheon on Wednesday, April 30, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club. Celebrate the season by wearing bright spring colors, inviting friends, and exploring fantastic shopping options for Mother’s Day, a news release stated. Event co-chairs are Maggie Bobileff and Sage Billick. For tickets, go to shorturl.at/hulFd The Country Friends nonprofit s human care agencies, with special emphasis on services to women, children, the elderly, military families, and persons with disabilities. Visit thecountryfriends.org.
Jerry Seinfeld and Jim Gaffigan coming to San Diego
Comedians Jerry Seinfeld and Jim Gaffigan are making a stop in San Diego on their 10-arena tour in 2025. Gaffigan and Seinfeld are both multi-Emmy Award-winning comedians and first partnered on a tour together in 2023, which did not land in San Diego. March 27. Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego. Tickets at: pechangaarenasd.com/event/jerry-seinfeld-live
‘Wine in the Pines’ event
Torrey Pines Conservancy’s popular Wine in the Pines event returns Saturday, April 26 with a fresh new vibe and a nostalgic twist as the event’s theme is “Throwback to the 1950s, the decade of our founding!” The event will feature live rockabilly and early rock & roll music, delicious light bites, live plein air painters, an auction and more.All proceeds Torrey Pines Conservancy’s ongoing efforts to preserve and protect this iconic landscape.The April 26 event starts at 4 p.m. and takes place at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. For tickets and more information, visit www.torreypines.org/event/wip25/
Golf tournament benefits Shelter to Soldier
Shelter to Soldier will host its sixth annual “Saving Lives, One Swing at a Time” golf tournament April 25 at Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan, 3007 Dehesa Road. The event, sponsored partly by Sycuan Casino Resort, s the nonprofit’s mission of adopting dogs from local shelters and training them as service dogs for post-9/11 veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, military sexual trauma, or other service-related injuries.Registration opens at 10 a.m.; shotgun start is at noon. Tickets are $310, including boxed sandwich lunch, seltzers, beers and cocktails, along with event hats, polos, swag bags and post-tournament dinner buffet. Visit sheltertosoldier.org.
Veterans to climb Mount Everest
Navy veteran Brian O’Malley, who was based in San Diego for 10 years, and his brother-in-law Steve McDaniel, an Air Force veteran and former police officer, are attempting to summit Mount Everest in June to honor military service and first responders. Their expedition is intended to raise awareness and financial for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which s responders and military who sustained life-changing injuries and fatalities. Visit shorturl.at/BHgE3
Voices for Children seeks volunteers
The San Diego nonprofit Voices for Children is looking for volunteers to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) and stand up for foster children in need. Volunteers are trained and ed by the nonprofit to speak up for children in foster care in court, school and medical settings to make sure their needs are met. CASA volunteers often become an important adult for a child in foster care as they face court hearings, social workers, attorneys and new homes. Visit speakupnow.org.
Gleaners seeks senior volunteers
Volunteers are needed to help Senior Gleaners of San Diego County, a volunteer group that harvests surplus fruit and vegetables from gardens and fields to donate to local nonprofits helping people in need. The mission of the group is to reduce food waste and feed needy community . The gleaning crews needs more volunteers age 55 and older. Visit seniorgleanerssdco.org/volunteer.
Parkinson’s Association of San Diego’s 23rd annual 5k Step by Step Walk
The 23rd annual 5k Step by Step Walk to the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego will be held Saturday, April 5, 9 a.m. walk, 7:30 a.m. check-in, at Liberty Station (2640 Cushing Rd, San Diego, 92106). Registration is now open. as an individual, a team, or create a team at www.parkinsonsassociation.org. For event questions or to via phone, call (858) 215-2570.
Poway Symphony Orchestra to present ‘Echoes of Romance’
The Poway Symphony Orchestra will hold its concert “Echoes of Romance” on Sunday, March 23, at 4 p.m. at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. This program features works by Rachmaninoff, Tchaikovsky and Mozart, promising an unforgettable afternoon of beautiful symphonic music, according to a news release.Tickets for “Echoes of Romance” are now on sale at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts website at powaycenter.com or by calling the box office at 858-748-0505. For more information about the Poway Symphony Orchestra, visit powaysymphonyorchestra.org
North Coast Rep Gala to hold Spotlight Gala
North Coast Repertory Theatre will present its Spotlight Gala “All that Glitters: An Evening with Broadway Divas!” on Saturday, May 17, 5 p.m.-9 p.m. at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort in Carlsbad.The celebration of North Coast Rep’s 43rd anniversary season will benefit its Artists and Educational Programming. This sparkling evening will culminate in a glorious one-night-only performance starring Broadway standout Ashley Blanchet (Frozen, Beautiful), Broadway veteran Sara Jean Ford (The Phantom of the Opera, Wicked), and Emmy nominee Angela Ingersoll (Get Happy, End of the Rainbow). The event will also include silent and live auctions, delicious food and drink, and joyous community, according to a news release.For more information, visit www.northcoastrep.org.
