The Hutchins Consort to hold concert in Encinitas
The Hutchins Consort, ”an innovative violin chamber ensemble which performs on the rare and beautiful Hutchins violins,” will present a concert on Friday, March 14, 7 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Encinitas (890 Balour Dr., Encinitas).To purchase tickets and for more information visit hutchinsconsort.org or purchase tickets at the door.
Music by the Sea concert
A Music by the Sea concert at the Encinitas Library will be held on Friday, March 21 at 7 p.m. featuring virtuoso violinist Cristian Fatu. His concert will showcase “the violin’s versatility and expressive power.”Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Encinitas Library is located at 540 Cornish Drive, Encinitas. Visit shorturl.at/Txx5c for tickets or more information.
Historic Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour
The Encinitas Historical Society offers this fun educational tour on the third Saturday of every month with more varied walking paths. The tours start at the 1883 One-Room Schoolhouse, located at 390 West F Street, Encinitas. There is plenty of free parking available. On March 15, the tour will cover the south end of the Coast Highway. The Encinitas Historical Society has implemented a suggested donation of $10 per person. The Encinitas Historical Society is an all-volunteer organization with tax exempt status, and it accepts cash, checks or credit/debit cards. Children and dogs are always free. the Encinitas Historical Society at 760-942-9066 or [email protected] with any questions.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at local Games Day event
Solana Beach Community Connections (SBCC) along with the City of Solana Beach Parks and Recreation and Let’s Play a Game Foundation invites all to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at their monthly Games Day on Thursday, March 13 from noon to 2 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. This free event will take place at La Colonia Community Center located at 715 Valley Avenue, Solana Beach.Lots of games to choose from such as Mexican Train or American Mahjongg to name a few. In addition, Let’s Play a Game Foundation will be there to introduce participants to a variety of new games. Registration is requested for refreshment planning. Reserve your spot by emailing [email protected] or by calling 858-284-6619.
A night of hits for a cause: Diverse bands take the stage at Belly Up
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music at Belly Up on Tuesday, March 11. Whether you’re into 1980s rock, funky dance tunes, or the country-pop hits of Shania Twain, this show has something for everyone. For just $12 in advance, enjoy performances from:—Radio 80s at 7:30 p.m. — your favorite ’80s rock anthems.—April and the Funk Junkies at 8:30 p.m. Funky favorites and irresistible dance tunes across many genres.—Man! I Feel Like Shania at 9:45 p.m. A tribute to Shania Twain’s greatest hits, featuring local resident April Mosebrook as the Queen of Country Pop,Reserved seating available. Tickets are available at www.bellyup.com, by calling Belly Up, or visiting the box office. All proceeds benefit the Women’s Resource Center (WRC), which s victims of domestic and sexual violence, according to a news release.
Animal shelter runs spring camp
The Spring Animal Camp at Rancho Coastal Humane Society runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 24-28 and March 31-April 4. The educational camp is geared to children 6-12 years old and includes hands-on interaction with animals along with arts, crafts and outdoor activities. Visit sdpets.org.
6th Annual Blue Water Film Festival
The 2025 Blue Water Film Festival (BWFF) presented by the Blue Water Institute recently announced its honorees and film lineup for its 6th Annual Blue Water Film Festival, taking place March 20-23 in celebration of United Nations World Water Day. The four-day event will showcase features, shorts and animated films with a total of 33 films, comprised 9 features, 16 shorts and 8 animated films. The feature, shorts, animated, television films and special events will be exhibited at San Diego Museum of Photography (MOPA) in Balboa Park, Garfield Theater (JCC Lawrence Center), InterContinental Vistal Bar & Restaurant, Mangelsen Nature Gallery, KIPJ Theater, Warren Auditorium, UCSD Park & Market. Learn more at bluewaterfilmfestival.org.
Batiquitos Lagoon nature walk: “Nests: Not Just for the Birds”
Batiquitos Lagoon will hold a nature walk on March 15 at 10 a.m. titled “Nests: Not Just for the Birds.” Ant nests can be huge underground labyrinths, and raccoons are experts at disguising their nests in trees, which are just a couple of examples. BLF docents to learn about the feathered, furred and chitin-covered neighbors vying for a desirable view of Batiquitos Lagoon.This free, family and easy walk is good for all ages but may take one-and-a-half hours round trip on the trail. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane, Carlsbad. For more information, visit Batiquitoslagoon.org.
Sons of Cream to perform at Belly Up
The U.K. band Sons of Cream will perform in Solana Beach at the Belly Up on March 12 at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.).Two of the of the band, Malcom Bruce and Kofi Baker, are sons of two of the original of the legendary Cream — Jack Bruce and Ginger Baker. The third member of this highly talented trio is guitarist Rob Johnson, who is a grandnephew of Ginger. All three sing as well. The band’s set includes one classic Cream song after another along with two Blind Faith songs. They are not a tribute band, although they pay tribute to Cream’s music. Sons of Cream is a celebration of Cream’s iconic music, according to a news release. For more information and tickets, visit bellyup.com.
Rotary Creates Magic fundraiser at arts center
The 39th annual Rotary Creates Magic fundraiser is at 7 p.m. March 8 at the Carlsbad Cultural Arts Center on the Carlsbad High School campus, 3557 Monroe St. The show will feature a lineup of award-winning magicians who have performed around the world and appeared on television shows such as “Penn & Teller: Fool Us” and “Masters of Illusion.” The event, founded and hosted by magician Paul Dwork, The Magic of Merlin, has raised more than $1 million for various charities. Along with Dwork, who blends mystery and storytelling, the magicians performing include Ron Saylor, Jonathan Molo and Ice McDonald. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $60 at magicmagicmagic.com/rotary-magic.
Whale migration topic of talk at lagoon (NOTE: This event has been canceled)
The Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation will host a presentation on “The Amazing Gray Whale Migration” at 10 a.m. March 8. The talk will be led by Jane Barger, naturalist at the San Diego Natural History Museum. Barger will discuss the Eastern North Pacific gray whale, including its population, migration, calving, feeding, physical characteristics and other interesting facts. The free, family event is aimed at ages 10 and older. Space is limited; first come, first served. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane. Visit batiquitoslagoon.org.
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.
‘Music, the Brain, and Spycraft’ topic of talk
A presentation on “Music, the Brain, and Spycraft” will be hosted by Del Mar-Leucadia and Carlsbad-Oceanside-Vista branches of the American Association of University Women from 10 a.m. to noon March 15 at Encinitas Community Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive. The speaker is Merryll Goldberg, who will talk about how she fuses art into other areas and how she encrypted secrets in music. There will be social time at 10 a.m. with refreshments, a raffle and a silent auction, followed by the program at 10:30 a.m. Proceeds will local college scholarships. Reservations of $25 are required by March 5 at shorturl.at/pEnws.
Symphony performs Mid-Century Gems
The North Coast Symphony Orchestra will give a concert of Mid-Century Gems at 2:30 p.m. March 8 at the San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdelena. The program of orchestral music features Vaughan Williams’ Tuba Concerto performed by Aaron McCalla, principal tubist with the San Diego Symphony. The concert also includes Sergei Prokoviev’s Symphony No. 7 and Malcolm Arnold’s “English Dances.” The orchestra was founded in 1947 and will be conducted by Jordan Kuspa. Tickets cost $18 for general ission, $15 for seniors, students and military, and free for children 18 and younger. Visit northcoastsymphony.com.
‘Move-a-thon’ registration opens
Registration begins March 3 for this year’s “Move For Their Thoughts” nationwide 35-day “move-a-thon” from April 27 to May 31. The event raises awareness about the challenges facing caregivers of all ages who are responsible for caring for loved ones with dementia. The event started during the COVID-19 2020 lockdown with 20 participants and has grown into an international effort to promote brain health and dementia awareness. Participants pledge $1, $2 or $4 per day at registration and earn their pledge back each day they complete at least one consecutive mile. Participants can run, walk, bike or move a mile every day for 35 days to complete the challenge. Funds raised will relief grants for dementia families. Visit moveftt.org.
TinyFest expo returns to Del Mar Fairgrounds
TinyFest, which highlights the rapidly evolving small housing options now available, returns to the Del Mar Fairgrounds for the sixth year during the weekend of March 8-9, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It brings an educational focus on living more sustainably, efficiently and affordably and providing advice on making the move to “living small.” In addition to tiny home builders and equipment vendors, the festival also features skilled builders of van and school bus conversions. For full information about TinyFest, including exhibitors, educational seminars and ticket sales, visit their website at tinyfest.events. Del Mar Fairgrounds is located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd.— See a story on the event by Nicole Sours Larson, San Diego Union-Tribune, at delmartimes.net
Scripps Cancer Center to host nutrition class for cancer patients
March is National Nutrition Month and Scripps Cancer Center will host a free virtual class on Tuesday, March 18 from noon to 1 p.m. to help cancer patients maintain the best possible nutrition as they go through treatments. Attendees will learn about optimal nutrition and hydration, food flexibility, the importance of adequate protein and calories, and nutritional options to address treatment-related side effects. Research shows that up to 80% of cancer patients in the United States are malnourished while undergoing treatments, which can hinder their outcomes. The event is open to cancer patients and their friends and family. Attendees must in advance by calling 1-800-SCRIPPS, or by visiting the event web page at shorturl.at/YPrqo
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.
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.
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. In addition to the walk, the event will include exhibitors and vendors — more than 70 companies and organizations that can help you on your Parkinson’s journey. This year’s event has two emcees: News Channel 8’s Carlo Cecchetto and Nurse Practitioner Sherrie Gould. Collect another Walk t-shirt. Plus bandanas for dogs. as an individual, a team, or create a team at www.parkinsonsassociation.org. For event questions or to via phone, call (858) 215-2570.
Art of Wine with Barbara Baxter
wine whiz Barbara Baxter, who trained at Francis Ford Coppola Winery in Napa and studied in Italy and , on a delightful romp through cultural history paired with harmonious wines. The Art of Wine will focus on three iconic winemaking regions that also emerged as cultural epicenters throughout history: the city of Rome, pairing outstanding Italian wines with architecture from the classical epoch; wines of Provence paired with the Impressionist artists; and the arrival of both the wine world and art world in innovative postwar Southern California. Light refreshments will be provided. When: Thursday, March 13, March 20, March 27 at 7:30 p.m. Where: Athenaeum Music & Arts Library, 1008 Wall Street, La Jolla. To purchase tickets go to ljathenaeum.org/special-lectures or call (858) 454-5872.
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
