Mother’s Day event at Cardiff Farmers Market
The Cardiff Farmer’s Market puts on a Mother’s Day “Make and Take’” event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 4 and May 11, where participants can create a Mother’s Day gift by potting succulents into handcrafted pottery bowls. Participants can choose from a selection of succulents provided by RG Succulents and handmade pottery by STUDIO1212 Ceramics for $25 at the market or save $5 with online pre-order. The first 10 participants to purchase will receive up to two general ission tickets to the San Diego Botanic Garden. Visit: cardiff101.com/product-page/farmers-market-mothers-day-make-take.
Encinitas Chamber of Commerce presents Career Collab & Hiring Fair with MiraCosta College
Calling all students and job seekers. In partnership with MiraCosta College, the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce has announced its first-ever Career Collab & Hiring Fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, at the MiraCosta College San Elijo Campus, 3333 Manchester Avenue in Cardiff. This hiring and resource fair is free and open to the public.
The Career Collab & Hiring Fair will be held concurrently with the Cardiff 101 Farmers Market, where attendees can enjoy coffee, lunch and shopping.
Visit encinitaschamber.com for more information.
Happy Tales reading program at animal shelter
The Rancho Coastal Humane Society holds the Happy Tales reading program from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. on May 18 and June 8 (also at 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on June 8) for children age 6 and older to read aloud to the dogs, cats and rabbits at the animal shelter, 389 Requeza St. Each child must be supervised by a parent. Readers must wear closed-toed, rubber-soled shoes. They can bring their own pillow, blanket or towel to sit on, or the shelter can provide a towel. Participants can bring their own books or borrow a book from the shelter’s education library. The cost is $10 per child. Preregistration is required at rchumanesociety.org. Happy Tales can be arranged for small groups; email [email protected].
Kids Day at The Flower Fields
The Kids Day at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch is May 5. The event features a stunt show by the BMX Freestyle Team from 1 to 3 p.m. There will also be bubble making, face painting and other activities. The Flower Fields at 5704 Paseo Del Norte are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Mother’s Day. The venue features 55 acres of colorful giant tecolote ranunculus along with family-oriented activities and special events. Additional attractions include a Sweet Pea Maze, a butterfly garden, Santa’s Playground, an American Flag of flowers and a Mediterranean Garden. Tickets are $23; $21 for seniors 60 and older and military; $14 for children age 3–10, and free for children under age 3.; Tickets must be purchased in advance at theflowerfields.com.
San Dieguito Art Guild Mother’s Day Weekend Art, Garden & Studio Tour
The San Dieguito Art Guild, a nonprofit group, is hosting its 27th annual Mother’s Day Weekend Art, Garden & Studio Tour. This is a self-guided, driving tour on Saturday and Sunday, Mother’s Day weekend, May 11 and 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Tickets are good for both days and homes may be re-visited.
This two-day event is the major fundraiser of the year for the San Dieguito Art Guild. Tickets are $35 per person and may be purchased at the Off Track Gallery (937 South Coast Highway 101, Suite C-103, Encinitas), at OffTrackGallery.com, or at each home both days of the tour. Children 17 and under are free. For more information: SanDieguitoArtGuild.com, [email protected], 760-705-6589.
Family walk at Carsbad Batiquitos Lagoon
Carsbad Batiquitos Lagoon will hold a family walk on May 18 at 10 a.m. Participants will be revisiting the local bird population now that the winter migrators have departed for points north. There might be some summer visitors visible around the lagoon. Docents will also share their knowledge of the lagoon environment of plants and wildlife. Bring binoculars or some are available at the Nature Center. This free, family walk is good for all ages. Registration is required. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane, Carlsbad. For more information and to , visit Batiquitoslagoon.org.
Assistance League Thrift Shop to hold annual Patio Plant Sale
Assistance League of Rancho San Dieguito (ALRSD) will hold an outdoor patio sale of plants Friday, May 17 and Saturday, May 18, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The sale will be located just outside the Assistance League Thrift Shop at 1542 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas. The sale will offer one-of-a-kind garden art, creative pots, succulents, plant cuttings, starter plants, containers, and bird feeders that have been prepared by volunteer to help the organization raise funds for the Assistance League’s philanthropic programs transforming lives and strengthening communities. The plant selection will be first-rate but at bargain prices.
ALRSD thrift shop welcomes donations of plants for this sale and also gently used household items and clothing. Visit www.alrsd.org.
Moonlight Stage Productions opens 43rd season with Into the Woods
The 43rd season of Moonlight Stage Productions at the Moonlight Amphitheatre opens with Into the Woods from May 1-18 at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and are priced $15-$60. To purchase by phone, call (760) 724-2110 or online at moonlightstage.com.
For the first time in more than 20 years, the Moonlight is bringing Into the Wood’s to Vista.
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece… and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.
The Moonlight Amphitheatre is located at 1200 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista.
North Coast Symphony Presents Spring Across America
The North Coast Symphony Orchestra presents Spring Across America, a musical journey, on Saturday, May 11, at 2:30 p.m. at the San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdelena, Encinitas. The performance includes Mississippi Suite by Ferde Grofe, Yosemite Suite by Daniel Swem and the classic Appalachian Spring by Aaron Copland, with its iconic Shaker melody Simple Gifts. The orchestra was founded in 1947 and is conducted by Daniel Swem. ission: $15 general, $12 seniors/students/military, free for children 18 and under. For more information, visit www.northcoastsymphony.com.
Events at the Del Mar Fairgrounds
A wide variety of events are being held in May and beyond at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. For more information and a schedule of events go to www.delmarfairgrounds.com/events
‘India’s Economy in the Next Quarter Century: Opportunities and Challenges’
The 21st Century India Center at the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy presents public event “India’s Economy in the Next Quarter Century: Opportunities and Challenges” Thursday May 9, 2 p.m.-6:30 p.m. at Malamud Conference Room, Institute of the Americas (9899 International Lane, La Jolla).
This event brings together world-class economists to discuss academic research to help make progress on the most pressing economic problems.
(free) at: shorturl.at/evAB8
Featured speakers include: Pradeep K. Khosla, Chancellor, UC San Diego; Michael Kremer, University Professor, University of Chicago; co-recipient 2019 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel; Karthik Muralidharan, Tata Chancellor’s Professor of Economics, UC San Diego; Achyuta Adhvaryu, Tata Chancellor’s Professor of Economics and Director of the 21st Century India Center, UC San Diego.
Foster youth artwork on display at the San Diego Watercolor Society
Just in Time for Foster Youth and The San Diego Watercolor Society have ed forces to organize a series of workshops aimed at promoting mental health and healing among transition-age foster youth. Art pieces crafted during these workshops, along with submissions from JIT participants, will be showcased at the San Diego Watercolor Society’s Liberty Station gallery (2825 Dewey Rd, Suite 105, Building 202, San Diego, 92106) throughout May.
The show will open with a reception at the San Diego Watercolor Society’s First Friday Art Opening on May 3 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will be displayed until May 31. All pieces will be available for purchase. The San Diego Watercolor Society gallery is open for viewing Wednesday through Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ission is free. Visit www.jitfosteryouth.org.
El Camino Quilters Guild May meeting features guest speaker
El Camino Quilters Guild meets at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 14, at El Corazon Senior Center, 3302 Senior Center Dr., Oceanside, 92056. Guest fee: $10. The April guest speaker is Susie Shkolnik. Her presentation is entitled “BATIK… The History and the Mystery.”
El Camino Quilters is a nonprofit group that donates hundreds of quilts and other handmade items to a variety of groups, including Rady Children’s Hospital, senior centers, hospitals, police and military groups.
For more information visit elcaminoquilters.com or email [email protected].
Batiquitos Lagoon presentation on unique nails and clams
Batiquitos Lagoon will hold a presentation on May 11 at 10 a.m. by Paul Tuskes, PhD, on some of the unique snails and clams living in local coastal lagoons. He will also discuss invasive species from Asia, predators, and changes to possibly expect in underwater diversity based on recent surveys. This free, family event is interesting for both adults and kids, age 15 and older. Registration is required. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane, Carlsbad. For more information and to , visit Batiquitoslagoon.org.
‘A conversation on the bipartisan future of climate policy’
“A conversation on the bipartisan future of climate policy” will be held May 16, from 5 p.m.-6:15 p.m., at Malamud Conference Room, Institute of the Americas: 9899 International Lane, La Jolla, 92093.
The discussion will focus on author Benji Backer’s book “The Conservative Environmentalist: Common Sense Solutions for a Sustainable Future.” Backer and David G. Victor will discuss the book’s findings and look at the larger debate around the future of climate policy in the U.S.
The event is hosted by Deep Decarbonization Initiative at the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy.
Registration (free) at: shorturl.at/cdsP4
Brandeis San Dieguito Chapter new and prospective member tea
The Brandeis San Dieguito chapter is holding a tea at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 9 for new and prospective who are interested in hearing about the social and educational activities offered.
All are welcome to learn about study groups, book clubs, movie groups, lunch groups, field trips, walking groups, art discovery, Mah Jong, and many other activities.
The chapter is open to all and offers the opportunity to make new friends and have engaging social interactions. Learn about Brandeis National Committee.
For further information, to RSVP, and for the address of the event at a private home, [email protected] by May 6,
