Sustainable Solutions Fair
On Sunday, June 22, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., I Love A Clean San Diego and the City of Encinitas will host the Sustainable Solutions Fair—a free, family-friendly event dedicated to low-waste living and environmental stewardship. Now in its 10th year, the fair brings together San Diego residents, businesses, and nonprofits to showcase sustainable practices through education, hands-on activities, and community connection.Attendees can explore eco-conscious vendor booths, hear from local sustainability experts during a live speaker , and take part in engaging DIY workshops. Everyone will leave with at least one action they can take to live more sustainably.Vendor booths & DIY activities: 10 a.m. – 1p.m., Speaker : 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.Location: Encinitas Community Park – near the playground, 425 Santa Fe Drive, Encinitas.
Encinitas Cruise Nights
The Encinitas 101 MainStreet Association has started its 26th annual presentation of Encinitas Cruise Nights, including new and familiar car clubs and awesome local live bands.
The series is held on the third Thursday of May through September, from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p,m. Future Cruise Nights this year will be held on June 19, July 17, Aug. 21, and Sept. 18. As always, Encinitas 101 welcomes all classic and vintage vehicles to this free monthly event, where drivers take spaces along Coast Highway 101 and in adjacent parking lots, or simply cruise up and down the main street. More info: www.encinitas101.com, (760) 943-1950.
Switchfoot Bro-Am concert
Switchfoot Bro-Am returns for its 21st year, with the Benefit Party and then the Beach Fest, celebrating music, surfing and community while raising money for San Diego youth beneficiaries. The Benefit Party will kick off the festivities from 6 to 10 p.m. on June 19, followed by the free, family-friendly Beach Fest from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 21 at Encinitas’ Moonlight Beach. Visit broam.org/broam-event.
Batiquitos Lagoon to hold nature walk on rarely-visited trail
Batiquitos Lagoon will hold a nature walk on June 21 at 10 am. the event for a docent-led, moderately strenuous hike up a rarely-visited trail, where participants can explore interesting twists and turns and fabulous views. It is recommended to wear a hat and hiking boots as well as carry water. This free, family walk is good for all ages. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane, Carlsbad. For more information, visit Batiquitoslagoon.org.
High school reunion
The San Dieguito High School class of 1975 will have its 50-year class reunion from 5 to 10:30 p.m. Aug. 9 at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch, at the Barn, 5704 Paseo del Norte. To order tickets, T-shirts and tank tops, visit sdhsclassof75.com.
Surf club holds art contest
The Windansea Surf Club is taking submissions through June 15 for its Menehune Art Contest. The contest is open to youths ages 18 and younger. Artists can submit up to three pieces and do not have to be club . The winner will receive a cash prize of $150, and the art will be featured on event promotional material, including poster, program and T-shirt. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers. Visit windanseasurfclub.org.
Free Pet Vaccination Clinic
The Rancho Coastal Humane Society will host a free Pet Vaccination Clinic from 9 a.m. to noon June 14, while supplies last, at Brock’s Pet Food Bank on the animal shelter’s North Campus at 389 Requeza St. Vaccinations include DAPP for dogs, H for cats, and rabies. There will also be microchips and pet food. Dogs must be on leash or in carriers, and cats must be in carriers. RSVP is required at rchumanesociety.org.
Yoga, sound therapy for cancer patients
A free class hosted by Scripps Cancer Center, combining yoga and sound therapy, is from 11 a.m. to noon June 21 at Scripps Encinitas Rehabilitation Services, 1092 N. El Camino Real, for cancer patients and their caregivers. Participants can rest or move gently through simple stretches with sounds from singing bowls, chimes, drums and gongs. at 858-554-3488. The class is one of several Cancer Survivors Day events presented by Scripps throughout June. See the listing at scripps.org/cancersurvivors.
Roy Jenuine: Modern Folk Art exhibit in Solana Beach
Leucadia-based mixed media artist Roy Jenuine will host an exhibit – Roy Jenuine: Modern Folk Art – in Solana Beach, showcasing a lifetime of work from 1978 through today. Jenuine has spent his life’s work blending wood, photography and found materials to create artful masterpieces spanning functional furniture to mixed-media assemblage.The temporary, early summer exhibition will take place from June 9 and run through July 6, with an opening night reception, Friday, June 13 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Following the opening party, which is open to the public, the gallery will be open Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.The address for the exhibition is: 312 South Cedros Ave, Suite 180 in Solana Beach.To learn more about Jenuine’s work, visit www.royjenuinestudio.com.
Next Death Cafe meeting
Hosted by Selena Jong of Moving Through – Death Doula (www.movingthrough.org)At a Death Cafe, people, often strangers, gather to have refreshments and discuss death. The objective is to increase awareness of death helping people make the most of their lives. The group is creating an inviting, safe space to share the heartfelt experience of diving into a taboo topic which unites everyone. Free ission. Saturday, June 28, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., reoccurring every fourth Saturday of the month. (www.deathcafe.com)Location: Seaside Center for Spiritual Living 1613 Lake Drive Encinitas.Please RSVP at Meetup: The Death Network or email [email protected]
Greek Food and Cultural Festival
The 54th annual San Diego Greek Food and Cultural Festival is from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. June 14 and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. June 15 at Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church, 3655 Park Blvd. Live bands will perform traditional and contemporary Greek music, and youth dance troupes will perform folk dances in traditional costumes. Greek food, pastries and Greek beer and wine will be sold. There will be a Kids Fun Zone along with church tours, vendor shopping and an opportunity drawing. ission is $5 donation; free for children younger than 12, active military and first responders with valid ID. Free parking is at the San Diego Unified School District lot, 4301 Campus Ave., with a shuttle every 10 minutes from 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. June 14 and 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. June 15. Visit sdgreekfestival.com.
