Encinitas Advocate Things To Do

June 9, 2025 at 11:44 a.m.

Carruth Cellars Urban Winery will host its second annual Summer Solstice Barrel Tasting Party on...

Participants at a previous Encinitas Oktoberfest.
(Robert McKenzie)

Encinitas Chamber of Commerce to present free annual Oktoberfest and artisan faire

June 7, 2025 at 3:08 p.m.

The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce has announced that its annual Oktoberfest will take place from...

Summer Fun on the 101 – Leucadia’s Annual Music Festival set for June 14

June 9, 2025 at 10:17 a.m.

Summer Fun on the 101 takes place Saturday, June 14, from 11:30 a.m. – 8...

Brandeis San Dieguito Chapter to hold annual Book and Author Luncheon

March 2, 2025 at 10:35 a.m.

The Brandeis San Dieguito Chapter will hold its annual Book and Author Luncheon on Tuesday,...

OMWD to hold free California-friendly landscape design workshop

March 1, 2025 at 1:48 p.m.

Olivenhain Municipal Water District is offering a free landscape workshop to assist residents in transforming...

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Solana Beach Community Connections Games Day

March 1, 2025 at 5:23 a.m.

Solana Beach Community Connections (SBCC) along with the City of Solana Beach Parks and Recreation...

Models on stage at a previous Country Friends September Art of Fashion event.

Feb. 27 issue: Local and regional events

February 25, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Blood donors receive gift cards The Village Church in Rancho Santa Fe will host a...

Rossina Grieco will perform on piano Saturday, March 15, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall in La Jolla. (La Jolla Music Society)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

February 26, 2025 at 9:57 a.m.

Local events and activities

Academy of Our Lady of Peace to hold 11th Annual Women’s Symposium

February 24, 2025 at 11:46 a.m.

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace (OLP), the oldest and only all-girls Catholic high...

The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch opens March 1.
(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County /SCNG)

Millions of ranunculus expected to bloom this spring at The Flower Fields; opening day is March 1

By Linda Mcintosh

February 28, 2025 at 9:53 a.m.

The Giant Tecolote Ranunculus at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch attract more than 250,000...

Shelter to Soldier to host 6th Annual ‘Saving Lives, One Swing at a Time’ Golf Tournament

February 23, 2025 at 4:48 p.m.

Shelter to Soldier will host its 6th Annual ‘Saving Lives, One Swing at a Time’...

Attendees enjoying a visit at the Cardiff Farmers Market.
(Robert McKenzie)

Cardiff Farmers Market to celebrate second anniversary

February 22, 2025 at 2:22 p.m.

Cardiff Farmer’s Market, the weekly Certified Farmer’s Market hosted by the Cardiff 101 Mainstreet Association,...

Cardiff Farmers Market to celebrate second anniversary

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February 22, 2025 at 1:54 p.m.

Attendees enjoying a visit at the Cardiff Farmers Market. (Robert McKenzie)

OMWD still accepting applications for vacancy on board of directors

February 21, 2025 at 3:11 p.m.

Olivenhain Municipal Water District is calling for applications to fill the Division 1 vacancy on...

A night of hits for a cause: Diverse bands take the stage at Belly Up

February 28, 2025 at 4:41 p.m.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music at Belly Up on Tuesday, March 11....

Enthusiastic ers at a previous Operation Game On 15-Inch Cup Challenge benefit event. This year’s 15-Inch Cup Challenge event will be held Monday, March 10, from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. at Fairbanks Ranch Country Club.
Operation Game On is a nonprofit organization that provides golf as a form of rehabilitation for returning combat-injured troops suffering from physical and mental disabilities.
(Vincent Andrunas)

Feb 21 issue: Local and regional events

By Encinitas Advocate

February 19, 2025 at 11:40 a.m.

Home Electrification Fair The Home Electrification Fair hosted by the Citizen’s Climate Lobby in partnership...

Pianist Elisabeth Brauss will play Sunday, March 2, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall in La Jolla. (La Jolla Music Society)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

February 22, 2025 at 11:58 a.m.

Local events and activities

Claudette Zepeda poses for a portrait in her new Leu Leu by Claudette Zepeda restaurant-lounge in Leucadia. (DsngdbyV)

‘Top Chef’ alum Claudette Zepeda is ready to cook for San Diego again

By Candice Woo

February 18, 2025 at 9:43 a.m.

The Imperial Beach native will soon open the 60-seat Leu Leu restaurant-lounge in Leucadia

Merryl Goldberg, Ed.D., professor of music & arts integration, California State University San Marcos
(Courtesy of CSUSM Communications Office)

AAUW invites the public to ‘Music, the Brain, and Spycraft’ event

February 17, 2025 at 8:36 a.m.

The public is invited to “Music, the Brain, and Spycraft” presented by Del Mar-Leucadia and...

Fun times at the Last Seacrest Foundation Gala.
(Bob Ross)

Seacrest Foundation announces 2025 Women’s Auxiliary Gala: Seacrest Summer Soirée

February 16, 2025 at 2:11 p.m.

With gratitude and appreciation, Seacrest Foundation and the Women’s Auxiliary thank the San Diego Jewish...

Encinitas Rotary creates magic: 39th annual fundraiser brings world-class magicians to Carlsbad

February 16, 2025 at 5:42 a.m.

Get ready for an evening of mind-blowing illusions and world-class entertainment as the Carlsbad Cultural...

Free public lecture by author Brian McLaren at San Dieguito United Methodist Church

February 15, 2025 at 2:05 p.m.

The public is invited to hear world renowned author, speaker, activist and public theologian Brian...

“What the Constitution Means to Me” cast: Front: Jacque Wilke; Back (l-r) Em Danque, Andrew Oswald and Genevieve Tai (Photo by Aaron Rumley)

North Coast Rep Theatre to present thought-provoking play ‘What the Constitution Means to Me’

February 13, 2025 at 11:17 a.m.

North Coast Repertory Theatre will present “What the Constitution Means to Me,” a transformative theatrical...

Last chance for TBI patients to get free cognitive therapy

February 13, 2025 at 5:03 a.m.

Are you having problems in memory, attention, and multitasking because of a traumatic brain injury...

Parkinson’s Association of San Diego to host Annual Step by Step 5K Walk and Health Fair

February 13, 2025 at 4:00 a.m.

The Parkinson’s Association of San Diego (PASD) invites the public to the 23rd Annual Step...

Actor and writer Robert Bailey
(Photo by Mark Sterling)

North Coast Rep Variety Nights presents ‘Some Dark Valley: The Testimony of Reverend Brand’

February 12, 2025 at 2:16 p.m.

North Coast Rep will present “Some Dark Valley: The Testimony of Reverend Brand,” written and...

The San Diego County Fair, produced by the 22nd District Agricultural Association, officially launched its community outreach and participation efforts for the 2025 fair at a news conference on Feb. 11.
(Luke Harold)

2025 San Diego County Fair isn’t just about the concerts and fried foods. It’s about the community.

By Luke Harold

February 11, 2025 at 6:55 p.m.

'Our fair is more than the performances, food and fun that you’re not going to...

Dreamers’ Circus will play Wednesday, Feb. 26, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall in La Jolla. (La Jolla Music Society)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

February 17, 2025 at 1:28 p.m.

Local events and activities

Senior Gleaners of San Diego County seek fruit donors and volunteers to combat food insecurity

February 6, 2025 at 5:24 p.m.

Senior Gleaners of San Diego County is calling on local residents with fruit-bearing trees and...

Oceanside High School Hall of Fame nominations due soon

February 6, 2025 at 3:03 p.m.

The Oceanside High School Foundation nomination process for its Hall of Fame Class of 2025...

“A Wrinkle in Time” cast
(Benjamin Cole)

Heroic adventures through space and time at Theatre School @ North Coast Rep’s production of ‘A Wrinkle in Time’

February 6, 2025 at 11:03 a.m.

The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents the chaotic and empowering tale of Madeleine...

The Hagen Quartet will play Thursday, Feb. 20, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall in La Jolla. (La Jolla Music Society)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

February 4, 2025 at 3:10 p.m.

Local events and activities

Shaina Taub write, scored and starred in the Broadway production of the Tony Award-winning musical “Suffs,” which will play Sept 30-Oct. 5 at the San Diego Civic Theatre. (Joan Marcus)

Five new Broadway musicals headed to San Diego starting next fall

By Pam Kragen

February 5, 2025 at 12:34 p.m.

Broadway San Diego's 48th season at the Civic Theatre will include "The Notebook," "Hell's Kitchen,"...

Inside the new LIVV Cardiff Natural Health Club. (Courtesy LIVV)

LIVV private wellness clinic opens in former Cardiff post office space

February 4, 2025 at 9:50 a.m.

In Cardiff, a former post office has transformed into a -only wellness mecca. The exclusive...

Peter Pupping Quartet to present Valentine’s Day Concert

February 3, 2025 at 3:32 p.m.

All are invited to attend a romantic and upbeat Valentine’s Day concert featuring the Peter...

Material World by Ed Conway, a substantial story of our past and future.
(Bobbi Karnes)

AAUW invites the public to a discussion of Ed Conway’s Material World

February 3, 2025 at 2:23 p.m.

The public is invited to a discussion of Ed Conway’s Material World, presented by...

Luke Fabry, Cole Clisby and Dawson Daugherty of almost monday. (Cole Ferguson)

San Diego’s almost monday riding high off No. 1 hit on Alternative charts ahead of SOMA show

By Abby Hamblin

February 10, 2025 at 4:09 p.m.

With roots in San Marcos, Escondido and Leucadia, almost monday now plays on stages around...

Botanist and herpetologist Vince Scheidt will talk about his work with San Diego County reptiles and amphibians at a Batiquitos Lagoon event on Feb. 8 at 10 a.m. at the Nature Center in Carlsbad. (Above) A blue belly lizard.
(Kathy Dickey, BLF docent)

Feb. 7 issue: Local and regional events

By Encinitas Advocate

February 4, 2025 at 3:35 p.m.

2025 Youth Piano Concerto Competition The City of Encinitas is presenting the 2025 Youth Piano...

Local chapter to celebrate League of Women Voters 105th birthday with reception and theatrical event

February 2, 2025 at 1:44 p.m.

The League of Women Voters of North County San Diego (LWVNCSD) is hosting a unique...

Students working on a previous production of Moana. High school students, college students and college graduates have all participated in Heyjojo’s latest production of “The Addams Family” which opens Feb. 9 at R. Roger Rowe Performing Arts Center. (Courtesy of JoJo Bogard)

Leadership in training teens brings theater full circle

February 1, 2025 at 10:42 a.m.

The Heyjojo Productions studio celebrates its 10-year anniversary this year and is thrilled that those...

Pastor Bill Harman (third from left with award), 2024 Senior Citizen Service Award recipient
(Courtesy of City of Encinitas)

Nominations open for Senior Citizen Service Award

January 31, 2025 at 4:30 a.m.

The City of Encinitas Senior Citizen Commission, in partnership with the Encinitas Rotary Club, recently...

Operation Game On founder Tony Perez (center, with microphone), with some of the veterans at a previous 15-Inch Cup Challenge.
(Vincent Andrunas)

Registration open for 10th Annual 15-Inch Cup Challenge benefiting Operation Game On

January 30, 2025 at 2:55 p.m.

The 10th Annual 15-Inch Cup Challenge benefiting Operation Game On, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, will...

2nd annual Coast and Ranch Book Crawl event helps local libraries

January 30, 2025 at 2:15 p.m.

Calling all book lovers! the Friends of the Library at Solana Beach, Cardiff, Encinitas...

The start of a previous Mitchell Thorp Foundation Spirit Warrior Run/Walk. The next event will be held on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025.
(Jon Clark)

Jan. 31 online issue: Local and regional events

January 28, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

Farmers Market holds Kids Day Kids Day at the Cardiff Farmers Market starts at 10...

Coastal Roots Farm to host Annual Tu B’Shvat Food Forest Festival

January 28, 2025 at 2:01 p.m.

Coastal Roots Farm, a nonprofit Jewish community farm and education center in Encinitas, welcomes community...

Countertenor Reginald Mobley will perform with the ensemble Agave on Monday, Feb. 10, at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library in La Jolla. (Athenaeum Music & Arts Library)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

January 29, 2025 at 12:28 p.m.

Local events and activities

Laurel River on the way to victory at the Grade II, $252,500 Pat O’Brien Stakes on Aug. 27, 2022 at Del Mar. The 2025 Del Mar racing season will run July 18 – Sept. 7.
(Kelley Carlson)

Del Mar’s summer racing season returns July 18

January 24, 2025 at 5:12 a.m.

Del Mar will begin its 2025 summer racing on Friday, July 18. This will be...

Elite racers at the start of the 2022 Cardiff Kook Run
(Jon Clark)

Jan. 24 issue: Local and regional events

January 22, 2025 at 11:58 a.m.

ICA San Diego opens first exhibitions of 2025 “On Healing” Season Exhibition “Heavy as Ghosts”...

Pianist Evren Ozel will play Sunday, Feb. 2, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall in La Jolla. ( La Jolla Music Society)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

January 22, 2025 at 10:48 a.m.

Local events and activities

Inside the Leucadia bistro Valentina (Kimberly Motos)

A Leucadia favorite, Valentina, debuts new happy hour menu

January 21, 2025 at 1:32 p.m.

Valentina, Leucadia’s casual neighborhood bistro and wine bar on Highway 101, recently launched its newly...

Sadie Sonneborn Malecki and Madeleine Hong with the donation boxes for the Feminine Products Drive at The Grauer School.
(Courtesy of The Grauer School)

The Grauer School makes significant donations to San Diego Food Bank and PATH Connections

January 18, 2025 at 10:47 a.m.

The Grauer School, an independent school in Encinitas, collected 154 pounds of food for The...

Participants at the start of the 2022 Cardiff Kook Run.
(Jon Clark)

The Kook Run in Encinitas kicks off Super Bowl Sunday

January 17, 2025 at 5:59 a.m.

The Kook Run 2025 will be Sunday, Feb. 9 at 7 a.m. in Encinitas. Both...

An American Widgeon duck at the Batiquitos Lagoon, where a nature walk will be held on Jan. 18 at 10 a.m. for participants to learn about the variety of birds on their winter migration, visiting the lagoon from November to March.
( Kathy Dickey, BLF docent)

Jan. 16 issue: Local and regional events

By Del Mar Times

January 14, 2025 at 3:51 p.m.

Del Mar Rose Society to hold “Roses Around the World” presentation Del Mar Rose Society...

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

January 17, 2025 at 5:07 p.m.

Local events and activities

The aerial dance group BANDALOOP performs at La Jolla Playhouse’s 2024 Without Walls Festival at UC San Diego. On Tuesday, the Playhouse received a $20,000 NEA grant to the 2025 WOW Festival, which returns to the UCSD campus April 24-27. (Nelvin C. Cepeda / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

NEA announces $36.8 million in funding nationwide. 16 San Diego County arts organizations are on the list.

By Pam Kragen

January 15, 2025 at 12:01 p.m.

The $305,000 in combined gifts would fund art exhibits, a children's opera, free dance classes,...

Jin Park, left, Marielle Young co-star in North Coast Repertory Theatre’s “The Heart Sellers.” (Aaron Rumley)

Review: North Coast Rep’s ‘Heart Sellers’ a touching universal story

By Pam Kragen

January 15, 2025 at 11:45 a.m.

The two-character play, set in 1973 America, is about two newly arrived immigrant women who...

San Dieguito Union High School District sign.

San Dieguito district high school selection period begins Jan. 24

January 12, 2025 at 11:25 a.m.

The San Dieguito Union High School District’s high school selection period for the 2025-2026 school...

Call for artists: ‘Heart To Art’ open show at Off Track Gallery in Encinitas accepting entries

January 12, 2025 at 5:18 a.m.

The “Heart To Art” open show will be held at the Off Track Gallery in...

Eberly Barnes will be the guide and instructor of the workshop.
(Sadie Adams)

‘Telling Your Story: Vignettes and Reflections’ to be held at writing workshop in Solana Beach

January 10, 2025 at 4:42 a.m.

Are your relatives and friends urging you to share your life experiences? Would you like...

Participants at a previous Purse Bingo event.
(Robert McKenzie)

Encinitas Coastal Rotary Club to hold an evening of fun and giving at Purse Bingo fundraiser

January 9, 2025 at 3:35 p.m.

Encinitas Coastal Rotary Club will host its Purse Bingo fundraiser Thursday, Jan. 23, 5 p.m....

Music director Peter Pupping & The Encinitas Guitar Orchestra.
On Friday, Jan. 24, at 7:30 p.m., the Encinitas Guitar Orchestra under the direction of Peter Pupping will present an encore performance of music from the soundtracks of the famous spaghetti western movies from director Sergio Leon.
(GuitarSounds)

Jan. 10 issue: Local and regional events

By Encinitas Advocate

January 11, 2025 at 1:07 p.m.

The Encinitas Guitar Orchestra Spaghetti Western encore performance On Friday, Jan. 24, at 7:30 p.m.,...

Thomas Sheehan, organist for Washington National Cathedral, will play Sunday, Jan. 12, at St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church in La Jolla. (St. James by-the-Sea)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

January 8, 2025 at 12:20 p.m.

Local events and activities

Jackson Design and Remodeling predicts 2025 interior design trends will embrace a warm sense of coziness and cocooning that soothes all the senses.
(Courtesy of Jackson Design and Remodeling)

Business Spotlight: Jackson Design & Remodeling forecasts top design trends for 2025

By Jackson Design Remodeling

January 8, 2025 at 2:01 p.m.

Jackson Design & Remodeling’s award-winning team of designers and architects have revealed their annual list...

Solutions for Change volunteers
(Courtesy of NCL San Diego Del Norte Chapter)

National Charity League, San Diego del Norte chapter open applications start Jan. 16

January 4, 2025 at 2:28 a.m.

National Charity League, San Diego del Norte chapter is hosting an informational meeting on Thursday,...

An Ankylosaurus awaits visitors the day before the opening of Jurassic Quest at the OC Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa, CA, on Friday, JanuaryJurassic Quest is coming to the Del Mar Fairgrounds Jan. 17-20. (Photo by (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County /SCNG)

Dinosaurs return to Del Mar Fairgrounds: Jurassic Quest will be open for four days Highlights include life-like dinosaurs from millions of years ago, fossil digs and dino ride

By Linda Mcintosh

January 6, 2025 at 8:23 a.m.

Life-size moving dinosaurs like those from millions of years ago will be back for four...

Marielle Young, left, and Jin Park in “Heart Sellers” at North Coast Repertory Theatre. (Aaron Rumley)

North Coast Rep’s ‘Heart Sellers’ to offer a heartwarming immigrant story

By David L. Coddon

January 4, 2025 at 3:33 p.m.

In Lloyd Suh's play, two newly arrived women from Korea and the Philippines bond as...

Encinitas Fire Station 1 seen on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025 in Encinitas, CA. (Meg McLaughlin / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Jan. 2 issue: Local and regional events

By Del Mar Times

December 31, 2024 at 3:47 p.m.

Solana Beach Community Connections January Games Day The City of Solana Beach Parks and Recreation...

Violinist Guido Sant’Anna will play Sunday, Jan. 12, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall in La Jolla. (La Jolla Music Society)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

December 31, 2024 at 2:57 p.m.

Local events and activities

Sip-N-Sea in Leucadia serves up coffee, boba tea, smoothies and bowls. (Courtesy Sip-N-Sea)

Coffee talk: Catching up with Leucadia’s Sip-n-Sea Cafe

December 31, 2024 at 8:44 a.m.

One of Sip-n-Sea Cafe owner Giuseppe Georgees’ earliest memories of coffee is in his grandmother’s...

La Jolla Playhouse Managing Director Debby Buchholz
(Sandy Huffaker)

From San Diego to Broadway: La Jolla Playhouse managing director to speak at event in Solana Beach

December 29, 2024 at 3:44 a.m.

The La Jolla Playhouse, founded in 1947, is where artists and audiences come together to...

Christmas trees can be dropped off at recycling centers or placed in recycling bins on collection day. (Photo by Scott Varley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)

Where to recycle your Christmas tree in San Diego County

By Linda Mcintosh

January 2, 2025 at 10:57 a.m.

If the needles are starting to fall off your Christmas tree, it’s probably time to...

Dec. 27 issue: Local and regional events

December 24, 2024 at 12:01 p.m.

Pacific View Arts Center to host Community Open House Pacific View Arts Center will host...

A recent reception at the new Sesshin Art Gallery in Encinitas. (Jesika Scott)

Sesshin gallery in Encinitas aims to inspire, uplift community through art

December 26, 2024 at 2:47 p.m.

With the new Sesshion Art Gallery in Encinitas, gallerist and artist Stephanie Bell May has...

The Heart Sellers cast Marielle Young and Jin Park
(Aaron Rumley)

North Coast Rep to present ‘The Heart Sellers’

December 20, 2024 at 6:35 a.m.

“The Heart Sellers” is making its San Diego debut from Jan. 8-Feb. 2 at North...

City of Encinitas banner
(Karen Billing)

Encinitas Chamber of Commerce to hold 2025 Community Resource Expo

December 20, 2024 at 5:35 a.m.

The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce will hold its Community Resource Expo on Feb. 8, 2025...

San Dieguito Chapter of Brandeis National Committee to hold annual University on Wheels event

January 1, 2025 at 9:36 a.m.

The San Dieguito Chapter of Brandeis National Committee is holding its annual University on Wheels...

Violinist Martin Chalifour will lead a concert presented by Salon de Musiques on Sunday, Jan. 5, at the La Jolla Woman’s Club. (Salon de Musiques)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

December 17, 2024 at 3:55 p.m.

Local events and activities

Help the San Diego Food Bank feed families in need

December 13, 2024 at 3:24 p.m.

The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is holding its 44th Annual Holiday Food...

Jimmy’s Buffet, a Jimmy Buffett tribute band, will hold its “Buffett Birthday Bash” on Dec. 26 at The Belly Up in Solana Beach. (Provided by Chris Maddox)

Jimmy’s Buffet tribute band to perform ‘Buffett Birthday Bash’ at Belly Up

December 12, 2024 at 2:02 p.m.

Jimmy’s Buffet, a popular 9-piece tribute band of iconic singer Jimmy Buffett’s music and vibes,...

A reception featuring holiday gifts made by of the San Dieguito Art Guild will be held. Dec. 14 at Off Track Gallery. Above: Painting by Judi Pheiffer
(Courtesy of San Dieguito Art Guild)

Dec. 13 issue: Local and regional events

December 11, 2024 at 3:01 p.m.

Art guild holds holiday reception A reception featuring holiday gifts made by of the...

The Del Mar Plaza rooftop.
(Courtesy of Del Mar Plaza)

Business Spotlight: Del Mar Plaza shines bright this holiday season

December 11, 2024 at 11:01 a.m.

At Del Mar Plaza, the holiday season is a time for celebration by the sea....

“Stories Imagined,” a new exhibit of works from the San Diego Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, runs Dec. 12 through Feb. 24 at the La Jolla/Riford Library. (La Jolla/Riford Library)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

December 10, 2024 at 4:35 p.m.

Local events and activities

La Costa Canyon High School Music Program to present Winter Concert

December 5, 2024 at 3:49 p.m.

The La Costa Canyon High School Music Program will hold its annual Winter Concert for...

Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K registration now open

December 5, 2024 at 2:40 p.m.

The 35th annual Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K is returning on Jan. 19, 2025,...

The Connie Han Trio will perform Sunday, Dec. 15, at The JAI in La Jolla. (La Jolla Music Society)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

December 6, 2024 at 7:23 a.m.

Local events and activities

The cast of “The Beauty Sleeping” (Benjamin Cole)

Theatre School @ North Coast to present Christmas pantomime play ‘The Beauty Sleeping’

November 29, 2024 at 6:38 a.m.

The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep will feature “The Beauty Sleeping” Dec. 12-15 for...

‘Give From Your Heart Holiday Gift Drive’ to benefit foster children through Promises2Kids

November 27, 2024 at 2:06 p.m.

Promises2Kids, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a brighter future for current and former foster...

The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library in La Jolla will host its Holiday Bookstore on Saturday, Dec. 14. (Athenaeum Music & Arts Library)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

November 27, 2024 at 5:34 p.m.

Local events and activities

One of the floats in last year’s Encinitas Holiday Parade. This year’s event will be held Saturday, Dec. 7. (Jon Clark)

Nov. 29 issue: Local and regional events

November 29, 2024 at 4:58 a.m.

Encinitas tree lighting and parade The Encinitas Holiday Parade, “Creativity in Motion”, will make its...

Ajuni Chowdhuri will dance the role of Clara in Encinitas Ballet’s “Nutcracker”. (Lana and Igor Dovbenko, Stunning Photography)

Encinitas Ballet Academy to perform magical ‘Nutcracker’ on Dec. 14

November 25, 2024 at 12:22 p.m.

The Encinitas Ballet Company will present its 16th annual production of “The Nutcracker,” a version...

The new Caves Wine Bar and Shop in Leucadia. (Courtesy Caves)

Caves Wine Bar and Shop now pouring in Leucadia

November 25, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

Encinitas’ Gavin Barnes is bringing his knowledge and love of wine to the heart of...

Friends of the Cardiff by-the-Sea Library to hold holiday half-price book sale

November 23, 2024 at 3:11 p.m.

The Friends of the Cardiff by-the-Sea Library invite all to their holiday half-price book sale...

Spring volunteer opportunities at Flower Fields in Carlsbad

November 22, 2024 at 1:19 p.m.

The Flower Fields in Carlsbad has some exciting spring volunteer opportunities that include: 1.Walking Tours...

Night-time is DeLIGHTful at San Diego Botanic Garden

By Lonnie Burstein Hewitt

November 21, 2024 at 6:01 a.m.

One of the brightest events of the holiday season is now on view at San...

Community Resource Center’s Jingle & Mingle fundraiser to bring vital for those in need

November 20, 2024 at 4:46 p.m.

Community Resource Center (CRC) will host its annual fundraiser, Jingle & Mingle, on Thursday, Dec....

California poppies shine in “Lightscape” at the San Diego Botanic Gardens in Encinitas. (Marlena Medford)

San Diego Botanic Garden’s ‘Lightscape’ lights up the night

November 20, 2024 at 12:02 p.m.

“Lightscape” has returned for its third year at the San Diego Botanic Gardens in Encinitas,...

The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library in La Jolla will present the San Diego New Verbal Workshop on Thursday, Dec. 5. (Athenaeum Music & Arts Library)

Best Bets: A quick guide to La Jolla entertainment and experiences

November 20, 2024 at 9:49 a.m.

Local events and activities

The musical comedy performances of 2 Pianos 4 Hands at North Coast Rep run Dec. 12-Dec. 29. (Mikki Schaffner)

Popular 2 Pianos 4 Hands returns to North Coast Rep for the holiday season

November 18, 2024 at 7:26 a.m.

North Coast Repertory Theatre is bringing back the joyful family-pleasing 2 Pianos 4 Hands to...

Participants at a previous Red Nose Run/Walk in Del Mar. (Jon Clark)

now for 32nd Annual The Red Nose Run/Walk in Del Mar

November 22, 2024 at 5:06 p.m.

The 32nd Annual “The Red Nose Run/Walk” on Del Mar Beach will be held Saturday,...

18th Annual Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve Amateur Photography Contest launches Nov. 23

November 17, 2024 at 10:45 a.m.

Olivenhain Municipal Water District invites amateur photographers of all ages to Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve...

Voices for Children in strong need of men to become volunteer CASAs for boys in foster care

November 17, 2024 at 9:58 a.m.

Research has proven the benefits of a positive, reliable adult male figure in children’s lives,...

All invited to local Optimist Club Zoom meeting featuring the topic ‘Miracle League of San Diego Benefits to Children and Adults’

November 16, 2024 at 1:51 p.m.

On Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 6 p.m., Dan Engel, co-founder and treasurer of the Miracle...

Local fundraiser to be held to sufferers of neurodegenerative diseases