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June 6, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.

Weston Riffle's artwork is on display at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts through...

The Friends of the 4S Ranch Library is holding a book sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, June 6 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m Saturday, June 7 in the library’s community room, 10433 Reserve Drive. There will be gently-used fiction, non-fiction and children’s books; DVDs and more. (Getty Images)

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June 5, 2025 at 2:15 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch.

Paul Beach, Peggy Watson and David Beldock from the group Watson, Beldock and Beach will be among those at the Sam Hinton Folk Heritage Festival on June 7 in Old Poway Park. (Courtesy of Peggy Watson)

Sam Hinton Folk Heritage Festival returns Saturday to Old Poway Park

June 3, 2025 at 11:41 a.m.

From bluegrass to Americana music and storytelling, there will be something for everyone at the...

To celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the Rancho Bernardo Library will hold a free Dragon Boat Festival from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 31. Make a dragon boat and rice-dumpling decoration, listen to stories in English and Cantonese, enjoy refreshments and more. (Getty Images)

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May 29, 2025 at 10:40 a.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

“Guns & Moses” will be shown at Chabad of Poway in advance of the film’s nationwide release in theaters July 18. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy, File)

Chabad of Poway to host screening of film ‘Guns & Moses’

May 28, 2025 at 3:18 p.m.

Film was inspired by the April 27, 2019 shooting at the synagogue that killed Lori...

Performing in PowPAC’s “Women in Jeopardy” are Martin Wojtysiak, Kerry Menchin, Eva Kvaas, Samantha Goldstein, Alex Lopez and Abbie Black. (Steve Murdock)

PowPAC to present comedic play ‘Women in Jeopardy!’

May 27, 2025 at 12:11 p.m.

A “hilarious” play about a woman finding romance again after age 50, while her friends...

The Community Food Connection food pantry distributes free boxes of food from 3 to 6 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the parking lot of Trinity San Diego Church, 14047 Twin Peaks Road. (Julie Gallant)

Poway food pantry to host Dine & Donate fundraisers at two restaurants

May 20, 2025 at 11:31 a.m.

The events kick off Community Food Connection’s Make a Difference May campaign.

The Fleet Reserve Association Branch 70 hosts annual Memorial Day ceremonies at Dearborn Memorial Park in Poway. (Courtesy Jerry Miranda)

Military veterans to be honored at Memorial Day ceremony in Poway

May 26, 2025 at 11:50 a.m.

Event includes speech by retired Navy officer John Ring and recognition of deceased military.

Billy Nation band Joe Bigham, Ross Rizzo Jr., Adam Shapiro, Miles Clowminzer, Anilh Rameshwar and Jules Stewart. (Brant Bender)

Tribute band Billy Nation to close Poway OnStage’s 35th season

May 20, 2025 at 11:28 a.m.

Fans of Billy Joel can see the next best thing when Billy Nation performs at...

Courtly Noyse has been performing Renaissance-era music since 2002. In front, Steve Hendricks and Lissette Ryan. In back, Laury Flora, Vickie Jenkins, Jay Sacks and Sandra Stram. (Courtesy of Laury Flora)

Courtly Noyse to bring Renaissance music and instruments to Rancho Bernardo

May 20, 2025 at 11:25 a.m.

The free concert will be held at the Rancho Bernardo Library on Tuesday, May 27.

A Sweep-the-Trails community clean-up effort will start at 8 a.m. Saturday, May 17 at the Park & Ride lot at the corner of Community and Twin Peaks roads. (Julie Gallant)

Trail clean-up and water workshop set for May 17 in Poway

May 14, 2025 at 12:03 p.m.

Volunteers to clean Twin Peaks Road at Sweep-the-Trails event.

Jennifer Wendt, Andy Wendt and Cynthia Robinson with Magic Mike Stilwell at the 2023 Vines & Vittles Family Festival. (Elizabeth Marie Himchak)

Vines & Vittles Family Festival returns to Rancho Bernardo

May 13, 2025 at 11:27 a.m.

The Vines & Vittles Family Festival will offer food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, entertainment, artisan...

Glassblowers James Stone and John Noble were among artisans at Bernardo Winery’s 2024 Spring Arts & Crafts Fair. The ission-free event is returning this weekend, set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday on the winery grounds, 13330 Paseo del Verano Norte. (Greg Siller)

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May 11, 2025 at 10:03 a.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Abraxas High will welcome visitors to its spring Open House Plant & Homemade Salsa Sale on Saturday, May 10. (Julie Gallant)

Abraxas High to host Open House Plant & Homemade Salsa Sale

May 7, 2025 at 8:54 a.m.

The event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 10 at the...

Performers in “Broadway’s Next Hit Musical: The Phony Awards.” (Courtesy of BNHM)

Poway OnStage’s improv show will require audience interaction

May 6, 2025 at 11:39 a.m.

An unscripted, audience-inspired, family-friendly improv show is coming to the Poway Center for the Performing...

Ren Daniels with her first epiphyllum, which started as a cutting 22 years ago. She now has 12 of the plants. (Elizabeth Marie Himchak)

Seven Oaks Garden Club’s spring tour returns on May 17

May 6, 2025 at 11:36 a.m.

Seven Rancho Bernardo home gardens to be featured during the Seven Oaks Garden Club’s spring...

La Jolla resident Mieko Anekawa is displaying her colorful paintings in the “Hide and Seek in Hues” exhibit at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts through June 1. (Courtesy Mieko Anekawa)

Japanese artist combines graphic arts and nature in Poway exhibit

May 6, 2025 at 11:36 a.m.

Mieko Anekawa's exhibit, 'Hide and Seek in Hues,' is open at the Poway Center for...

The view looking east from the Twin Peaks summit, including Mount Woodson Woodson and Iron Mountain in the distance. (Maura Fox / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Hike of the week: Climb to one or both of Poway’s Twin Peaks for sunset or sunrise

By Maura Fox

May 6, 2025 at 2:23 p.m.

The roughly 2-mile moderately difficult route brings hikers to 360-degree views of Poway and the...

Docent Anna Gateley-Stanton will lead a morning dog walk at 8 a.m. Sunday, May 4 at Blue Sky Ecological Reserve, 16275 Espola Road in Poway. Bring leash, treats and water. Meet at the bus shelter. For details, call 858-668-4781. (Getty Images)

Community Calendar: Week of May 1

May 1, 2025 at 2:09 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

The Poway Symphonette in concert. (Courtesy of Ulli Reiner)

Poway Symphonette to perform a free concert on Sunday

April 29, 2025 at 11:57 a.m.

'Star Wars' theme to be played at May 4 performance.

Oasis San Diego will hold its free “Taste of Oasis” event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, April 25 in its Rancho Bernardo center, 17170 Bernardo Center Drive. There will be fitness class demonstrations, sample classes, refreshments and more. For details, visit SanDiegoOasis.org. (Elizabeth Marie Himchak)

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April 23, 2025 at 3:45 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Rancho Bernardo resident Pam Dunlap next to two of her favorite plants, the one with red flowers is Leucospermum, also known as Scarlet Ribbon, from South Africa; and behind it is the deciduous tree Cotinus coggygri ‘Atropurpurea,’ also called a Smoke Tree, often found in southern Europe. (Elizabeth Marie Himchak)

Bernardo Gardeners spring tour to provide lots of inspiration

April 22, 2025 at 12:42 p.m.

The self-guided tour on May 3 will feature six gardens, three in Rancho Bernardo, one...

Singer/songwriter Jeff Berkley. (Thom Vollenweider)

Friends Jeff Berkley and John Katchur reunite for Poway concert on May 2

April 22, 2025 at 12:07 p.m.

Longtime friends Berkley and Katchur will perform new and old-fashioned favorites at San Diego Folk...

Rancho Bernardo-Glassman Recreation Center’s free spring egg hunt and festivities will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 19. The egg hunt for kids up to 12 years starts at 11 a.m. The center is at 18448 W. Bernardo Drive. (Getty Images)

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April 18, 2025 at 12:47 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Anne Hand, center, of St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church of Poway is organizing the church’s fourth annual Outreach Gala on Saturday, May 3 in Rancho Bernardo. (Courtesy John-Luke Addison)

St. Bartholomew’s fundraiser celebrates spirit of The Kentucky Derby

April 16, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.

Fourth annual Outreach Gala set for May 3 in Rancho Bernardo.

Cellist Erin Breene, pianist Ines Irawati and violinist Robert Schumitzky will perform as the Aviara Trio at the Rancho Bernardo Library on April 22. (Ralph Palumbo)

Aviara Trio returning to the Rancho Bernardo Library for free concert

April 16, 2025 at 12:57 p.m.

The Aviara Trio will be returning to the Rancho Bernardo Library with a mix of...

Crafts geared toward elementary school age children will be included in the Poway Library’s Dia de los Ninos celebration on Saturday, April 26. (Courtesy San Diego County Library)

Poway Library to host Dia de los Ninos celebration for families

April 16, 2025 at 12:51 p.m.

Free books will be given to children and teens

Kevin O’Connor, Tim Baran and Julia Giolzetti in PowPAC’s production of “Laura” running through May 4. (Gunner Kruse)

PowPAC presents the murder mystery thriller, ‘Laura’

April 15, 2025 at 1:12 p.m.

“Laura,” a 1940s murder mystery thriller with an unexpected twist, is playing through May 4...

The Giacoso Woodwind Quintet will perform a free concert at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 12 in the Rancho Bernardo Library’s community room, 17110 Bernardo Center Drive. (Heidi Leininger)

Community calendar, Week of April 10

April 11, 2025 at 2:36 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Phat Cat Swinger bass player Hannah Rose Dexter with founder and lead singer Marco Palos. (Scott Itter)

Phat Cat Swinger to bring Big Band sound with a twist to Poway

April 9, 2025 at 8:54 a.m.

Rock, swing and jazz infused with a modern flair is coming to the Poway Center...

Poway Center for the Performing Arts representatives are expected to return to this year’s Volunteer Fair at Old Poway Park on April 26. (Courtesy city of Poway)

Volunteer Fair to offer opportunities to serve the Poway community

April 9, 2025 at 8:57 a.m.

The second annual fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April...

Play a fun and fast-paced game of American or Chinese mah jongg from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, April 3 at the Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road. For details, call 858-513-2900. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

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April 3, 2025 at 7:33 a.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Friends of Blue Sky Canyon got together to trim the Torretto Trail. (Courtesy Annie Ransom)

Friends of Blue Sky Canyon has several special activities planned

April 2, 2025 at 8:15 a.m.

Trail cleanup, bird hike, educational pollinator program and discovery table to be held at the...

North County Society of Fine Arts member Doris Bertch will be showing her “Rhythm of the Sea” pastel artwork at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts in April. (Courtesy Doris Bertch)

North County Society of Fine Arts to display paintings in Poway

April 1, 2025 at 11:51 a.m.

Awards to be given to recognize the exhibit’s artwork in a variety of mediums

Representing the San Dieguito River Park at a previous RB Earth Day Fair were Ranger Sarah Stevens, Ranger Leana Bulay and volunteer Lyric Chavez. (Elizabeth Marie Himchak)

Rancho Bernardo’s Earth Day fair is returning on Sunday

April 1, 2025 at 11:42 a.m.

Rancho Bernardo’s ninth annual Earth Day fair is returning to a new location — the...

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, June 12 at the Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road. Registration required at RedCrossBlood.org. For details, call 858-513-2900.
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Community Calendar: Week of March 27

March 27, 2025 at 1:24 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Emilia Wightlin in Southern California Ballet’s 2022 production of “Alice in Wonderland.” It is bringing back the original ballet on April 5 and 6. (Vladimir Zabezhinsky/VZPix)

Southern California Ballet to present ‘Alice in Wonderland’ in Poway

March 26, 2025 at 9:12 a.m.

A refreshed and expanded version of “Alice in Wonderland” is coming to the Poway Center...

Back to the Garden Sharon Whyte, Marc Intravaia, Jim Soldi, Rick Nash and Larry Grano. (Courtesy of Sharon Whyte)

Beatles songs to come alive in narrated ‘story concerts’ this weekend in Poway

March 25, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.

Back to the Garden is returning to the Poway Center for the Performing Arts with...

Miss Poway Scholarship Pageant contestants are, left to right bottom row, Addison Schuster, Lucia Falucho, Akane Caaway, Farrah Ferrigno, Mackenzie Hough, Kaydence Espineli, Alayna Caaway; and left to right top row, Stephanie Isaac, Presley Smith, Maya Gaudette, Rachel Greenberg, Daniela Gabrelyan, Sidney Antique, Kristalyn Luu, Maya Pekarek, Aasritha Dontula, Madilyn MacIsaac, Macy Bryan, Makena Topolovac, Brooklyn Weddle. Contestants who are not shown in the photograph are Avery Woodland, Scarlette Mullenger and Hailey Ingstad. (Don Sheffler)

61st annual Miss Poway Scholarship Pageant set for March 30

March 20, 2025 at 12:36 p.m.

This year 23 contestants will compete for eight royalty titles at the 61st annual Miss...

Mount Olive Lutheran Church and Preschool will hold its annual rummage and bake sale from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 22 at the church, 14280 Poway Road in Poway. No early shopping. Free coffee and baked good samples. For details, call 858-748-3871. (Yaroslav Kryuchka/Getty Images)

Community calendar: Week of March 20

March 20, 2025 at 12:33 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch.

Pianist Frederick Moyer will perform Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3 with the Poway Symphony Orchestra during its 4 p.m. Sunday, March 23 concert. (Michael J. Lutch)

Pianist Frederick Moyer to perform famed ‘Rach 3’ with Poway Symphony

March 18, 2025 at 1:54 p.m.

Moyer will also give a concert at the Rancho Bernardo Library on at 6 p.m....

A new Old Poway Park Heritage Garden Group is forming to maintain the park’s garden spaces. (Julie Gallant)

Volunteer gardeners needed to spruce up Old Poway Park

March 18, 2025 at 1:42 p.m.

Old Poway Park Heritage Garden Group to host informational meeting March 20

Samantha Owen, Travis Artz and Kevin Zak in a previous production of “Pete the Cat.” (Jeremy Daniel Photography)

Children’s musical ‘Pete the Cat’ coming to Poway on Saturday

March 10, 2025 at 12:32 p.m.

One does not have to be a Pete the Cat fan to enjoy the high-energy...

Last year, Soroptimist International of Poway distributed a combined $22,000 to a dozen women who qualified for Live Your Dream Awards. (Julie Gallant)

Soroptimist International of Poway to host Live Your Dream Awards event

March 5, 2025 at 1:51 p.m.

Organization helps women achieve economic empowerment through education and training

U.S. politicians like to depict themselves as pro-family, but that is not reflected in federal tax policy. (Getty Images)

Community calendar: Week of March 6

March 5, 2025 at 1:44 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Fish dinners will be offered on Fridays during Lent at the Catholic churches in Rancho Bernardo and Poway. (Getty Images)

Lenten fish dinners return to Rancho Bernardo, Poway Catholic churches

March 4, 2025 at 1:06 p.m.

With Lent starting this week, Catholic churches in Rancho Bernardo and Poway are bringing back...

The Poway Community Choir during a concert it presented with the Poway Symphonette. (Courtesy of Ulli Reiner)

Free concert in Rancho Bernardo to feature Poway Community Choir

March 4, 2025 at 1:04 p.m.

An assortment of music will be performed when Poway Community Choir presents a free concert...

Equine enthusiasts can bring their own horses to a three-day equine retreat at WestWynd Ranch in Ramona on March 20-22. (Courtesy Sherie Levine)

Estates horse trainer Sherie Levine to host equine retreat at WestWynd Ranch

February 27, 2025 at 11:33 a.m.

Activities to include trail riding, pilates lessons, tarot card reading and wine tasting

The Kumeyaay-Ipai Interpretive Center offers activities for children related to Native American inspired art, crafts and games. (Courtesy city of Poway)

Children can make Native American musical crafts at Poway event

February 26, 2025 at 12:15 p.m.

Docents will guide lessons using household items and crafts that are being supplied

Mike Atkinson will explain how to grow plumerias during the noon Wednesday, March 5 Seven Oaks Garden Club meeting in the Seven Oaks Community Center, 16789 Bernardo Oaks Drive in Rancho Bernardo. All are welcome. (Getty Images/Andrea Geiss)

Community Calendar: Week of Feb. 27

February 26, 2025 at 12:10 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Artist Laura Green will display her impressionistic acrylic artwork that focuses on nature at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts March 5-30. (Courtesy Laura Green)

‘A River Runs Through It’ exhibit at Poway center mixes art and nature

February 25, 2025 at 11:58 a.m.

Acrylic paintings by Laura Green on display at Poway Center for the Performing Arts March...

The Butler brothers – Elliott (Josh Click), Keith (John McCorkle) and Michael (Benjamin Jacob) – want to move back home, while their parents Helene (Helen Lesnick) and George (Greg Oberle) would like to finally enjoy an empty nest in PowPAC’s “Alone Together.” (Steve Murdock)

PowPAC’s ‘Alone Together’ explores family dynamics when an empty nest refills

February 21, 2025 at 5:53 p.m.

The joys and tribulations of finally getting an “empty nest” only to have it refill...

Novelist Kelley Gusich read the prologue and first chapter of her book-in-progress, “Murder by Metaphor” during 4S Ranch Library’s Open Mic Night on Feb. 5. (Elizabeth Marie Himchak)

Adults can share creativity, inspiration at Open Mic Night at 4S Ranch Library

February 19, 2025 at 12:42 p.m.

Poetry, music, life stories, fiction and favorite ages in books. These were among the creative...

The Rancho Bernardo Library is hosting Rummikub games for adults only at 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 24. Meet new people and learn to play this fast-paced game. The library is at 17110 Bernardo Center Drive. For details, call 858-538-8163. (Getty Images)

Community calendar: Week of Feb. 20

February 19, 2025 at 12:36 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Noel Paul Stookey is the last surviving member of the folk-music trio Peter, Paul and Mary. He will perform in Rancho Bernardo Sunday at a concert presented by San Diego Folk Heritage. (Courtesy of Noel Paul Stookey)

Noel Paul Stookey — of folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary — comes to Rancho Bernardo

February 14, 2025 at 1:47 p.m.

“Puff the Magic Dragon,” “Blowin’ in the Wind” and “If I Had a Hammer” are...

Docents will lead children ages 6 to 10 through free activities allowing them to experience nature outdoors from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15 at the Blue Sky Ecological Reserve, 16275 Espola Road in Poway. A Nature Ranger certificate will be issued upon completion. For details, call 858-668-4781. (Getty Images)

Community calendar: Week of Feb. 13

February 12, 2025 at 1:58 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

The Blind Boys of Alabama — Sterling Glass, Ricky McKinnie, JW Smith and Joey Williams — will perform in the Poway Center for the Performing Arts at 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23. (Cole Weber)

Blind Boys of Alabama to sing in Poway on Feb. 23

February 11, 2025 at 10:55 a.m.

The Blind Boys of Alabama will be ed by Shemekia Copeland when they take to...

All are welcome, including beginning knitters, to participate in the Knitting Club from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 10 at the Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road. Bring your own supplies. (Getty Images)

Community calendar: Week of Feb. 6

February 6, 2025 at 12:48 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

LifeBridge Church is distributing free food from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 1 to those in need. For details, email martyredman@tutanota.com. (Getty Images)

Community calendar: Week of Jan. 30

January 30, 2025 at 11:38 a.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Lion dancers are dedicated to preserving and promoting Chinese culture and traditions. (Courtesy Poway Library)

Lunar New Year event at Poway Library to feature Year of the Snake activities

February 4, 2025 at 5:23 p.m.

Snake-themed crafts and red envelopes will be offered to children on library’s patio

Several Lunar New Year events are being held in the area to celebrate “The Year of the Snake,” including a free one from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25 in the Rancho Bernardo Library’s community room. (Getty Images)

Community calendar: Week of Jan. 23

January 23, 2025 at 4:46 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

ohn-Luke Addison, director of music and liturgy at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, composed “Precious Stones.” (Courtesy John-Luke Addison)

St. Bartholomew’s church to premiere ‘Precious Stones’ piano concert

January 21, 2025 at 10:19 a.m.

A trip to Spain and Portugal was John-Luke Addison’s inspiration for 'Precious Stones,' which translates...

Community calendar: Week of Jan. 16

January 16, 2025 at 9:01 a.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

The Community Health & Wellness Fair hosted by the Poway Chamber of Commerce will include vendor booths and activities from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 25 at the Mickey Cafagna Community Center. Last year’s event, shown above, was held at The Glen at Scripps Ranch senior living facility. (Courtesy Poway Chamber of Commerce)

Poway Chamber to host free Community Health & Wellness Fair

January 15, 2025 at 11:18 a.m.

Attendees can get tips for living a healthier lifestyle and participate in activities

The Peking Acrobats will be performing at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17 in the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. (Tom Meinhold Photography)

The Peking Acrobats come to Poway for the first time

January 14, 2025 at 11:51 a.m.

The group's 24 performers are traveling over 6,000 miles to perform in Poway Friday, but...

The view from Martha’s Grove Trail, facing north. (Maura Fox / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Goodan Ranch features an expansive trail network — and an expansive history

By Maura Fox

May 2, 2025 at 1:36 p.m.

The 3.6-mile loop at Martha's Grove Trail explores Poway's ranching history and pays homage to...

Winter Festival offers an opportunity to sled down a snow hill. (Criselda Yee)

Winter Festival brings snow activities to Poway Community Park

January 8, 2025 at 9:37 a.m.

Expanded attractions include six bounce houses, a magical light walk and life-sized board game

Homa Massih Yazdani will perform music composed by her former piano teacher, Emanuel Melik Aslanian, on Jan. 11 in the Rancho Bernardo Library. (Anita Bamshad)

Iranian music to be showcased at Rancho Bernardo Library concert

January 9, 2025 at 10:03 a.m.

The music of Iranian composer Emanuel Melik Aslanian will be performed by one of his...

Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church is holding a drive-thru grocery collection from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 in its upper parking lot, 17010 Pomerado Road. Food will go to the 4 Community Care Food Pantry. (Getty Images)

Community calendar: Week of Jan. 2

January 2, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

San Diego Oasis gala co-chairs Jim and Aurelia Temenak with Maxine and Jeff Engler at the gala in Rancho Bernardo. (Courtesy of San Diego Oasis)

San Diego Oasis to hold ‘Taste’ event in Rancho Bernardo

January 2, 2025 at 11:58 a.m.

San Diego Oasis is giving prospective a “Taste of Oasis” on Jan. 10 at...

The City of Poway’s Twelve Days of Festivities for adults 50-plus continues with “Ho-Ho-Cocoa and Cookies” from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27 in the Mickey Cafagna Community Center’s Oak Hall, 13094 Civic Center Drive in Poway. There will be cookies, cookie decorating supplies and hot cocoa provided at this free event. For details, call 858-668-4671. (Getty Images)

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December 29, 2024 at 5:06 p.m.

Editor’s Note: Send event details (who, what, where, when, cost and information) in an...

Steve Murdock and Jim Clevenger star as Gene and Tom Garrison in PowPAC’s “I Never Sang for My Father” that opens on Jan. 3 and runs through Jan. 26. (Steve Murdock)

Family dynamics the focus of PowPAC drama opening Jan. 3

December 26, 2024 at 10:13 a.m.

"I Never Sang For My Father" deals with issues familiar to the sandwich generation

Jamul-native Tyler Grant is returning to the area for the holidays and will perform for the San Diego Folk Heritage’s 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 3 concert in Poway’s Templars Hall. (Jessie Bell Photography)

Tyler Grant to preview his ‘Flatpicker’ album in Poway on Jan. 3

December 24, 2024 at 12:55 p.m.

Guitarist, singer and songwriter Tyler Grant is coming home to Jamul for the holidays

The Nutcracker Prince and toy soldiers in Southern California Ballet’s 2023 production of “The Nutcracker.” The ballet can be seen on Dec. 21 and 22 in Poway. (Leah Michelle)

Holiday fun activities still available in Poway and Rancho Bernardo

December 17, 2024 at 1:03 p.m.

From visits with Santa to Nutcracker performances, caroling and parties, there are still several ways...

Southern California Ballet to present ‘The Nutcracker’ in Poway

December 11, 2024 at 1:23 p.m.

A world of enchantment and sweets will be coming to Poway when Southern California Ballet...

Santa is scheduled to arrive to Old Poway Park by train on Friday, Dec. 13 in time for the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. (Criselda Yee)

Here’s a guide to holiday celebrations in Rancho Bernardo, Poway and 4S Ranch

December 11, 2024 at 8:22 a.m.

With the multitude of holiday events planned in the area, here are some options

The cast of “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr.” at St. Michael’s School in Poway will present the musical in four shows Dec. 6 to 8. (Shay McKinley)

Community Calendar: Week of Dec. 5

December 5, 2024 at 8:05 a.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Santa will be visiting Old Poway Park for the annual Christmas in the Park event set for Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13-14. (Criselda Yee)

New activities bring more joy to Poway’s Christmas in the Park event

December 3, 2024 at 2:26 p.m.

Pony rides, animal enclosure and children entrepreneur booths have been added this year

Children playing at a previous Rancho Bernardo “Snow Day in the Park.” The free event returns to Rancho Bernardo Community Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 with many free activities. (Elizabeth Marie Himchak)

A guide to more holiday fun in Rancho Bernardo, Poway and 4S Ranch

December 3, 2024 at 2:30 p.m.

With the holiday season in full swing, here are some events in Rancho Bernardo, Poway,...

The 4S Ranch Library is inviting all writers, poets, comedians and musicians to its 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Open Mic Night. This is for adults only. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Community Calendar: Week of Nov. 28

November 27, 2024 at 8:47 a.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

“Jim Curry: A Rocky Mountain Christmas” can be seen at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 in the Poway Center for the Performing Arts. (Courtesy of Jim Curry)

John Denver’s music, including holiday favorites, to be featured at Poway concert

November 26, 2024 at 1:56 p.m.

Jim Curry will perform holiday classics and home-oriented songs by the late John Denver for...

Santa and Mrs. Claus arriving at Poway Christmas in the Park on the steam locomotive. There will be many appearances by Santa at holiday events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch. (Criselda Yee)

Holiday happenings in Rancho Bernardo, Poway and 4S Ranch

November 26, 2024 at 11:13 a.m.

Many holiday events are being planned for those in Rancho Bernardo, Poway and neighboring communities.

The view from a mountain in the Bernardo Bay Natural Area. (Maura Fox / The San Diego Union-Tribune)

A simple stroll around the Bernardo Bay Natural Area

By Maura Fox

November 25, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

Hikers can explore a section of the San Dieguito River Park, including Lake Hodges and...

ing U.S. Marines in collecting toy donations for Toys for Tots this year are Delkin Devices CFO Frank Provost, left, and CEO Martin Wood. (Courtesy Delkin Devices)

Delkin Devices gears up for annual Poway Toys for Tots toy drive event

December 4, 2024 at 2:36 p.m.

Cash and new toy donations will be accepted at the Poway Walmart store on Saturday,...

The Winecreek Ensemble, center, performed with West Coast Dance Complex dancers at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido in 2023. (Helenor A. Luna)

Winecreek Ensemble to perform ‘The Nutcracker’ with West Coast Dance Complex

November 19, 2024 at 11:52 a.m.

4S Ranch resident Aria Liu, 14, will dance as a Harlequin doll and play the...

Flutist Holly Hofmann will perform with jazz guitarist Louis Valenzuela and bassist Rob Thorsen as the Holly Hofmann Trio in the Rancho Bernardo Library on Nov. 26. (Beth Ross Buckley)

Holly Hofmann Trio to play jazz standards in Rancho Bernardo

November 19, 2024 at 11:50 a.m.

Holly Hofmann, who has performed at the Rancho Bernardo Library many times, is returning on...

Tiffinie Harpster, center wearing black visor, with her immediate and extended family during a previous Thanksgiving morning run in 4S Ranch. She has revived and renamed the event the North County Turkey Trot. (Courtesy of Tiffinie Harpster)

Thanksgiving morning 5K run returns to 4S Ranch

November 19, 2024 at 11:50 a.m.

The early morning 5K run/walk on Thanksgiving Day is returning to trails in 4S Ranch...

The Rancho Bernardo Chess Club will hold free games from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 and 23 in the Rancho Bernardo Library, 17110 Bernardo Center Drive. Volunteers will be available to teach participants how to play. All ages and skill levels are welcome. (Getty Images)

Community calendar

November 15, 2024 at 1:19 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Natalia Kutova is exhibiting her paintings that show nature and inspirational messages in the “Never Too Late” exhibit at Poway Center for the Performing Arts. (Courtesy Natalia Kutova)

‘Never Too Late’ exhibit in Poway offers messages about following your dreams

November 13, 2024 at 7:46 a.m.

Ukrainian artist Natalia Kutova has a Ph.D. in education and has taught Russian in the...

The Romeros — Celin, Celino, Lito and Pepe — will perform with the Poway Symphony Orchestra on Nov. 17. (Mark Johnson)

The Romeros to perform at Poway Symphony Orchestra’s season opener

November 12, 2024 at 12:04 p.m.

Poway Symphony Orchestra is opening its 21st concert season with famous Spanish classical guitar quartet...

PowPAC’s “The Man Who Came to Dinner” features William Rickman, in front, and Kerry Menchin, Andrea Roebuck, Steve Murdock, Aion Harrison and Alayne Flores. (Steve Murdock)

PowPAC to present comedic ‘The Man Who Came to Dinner’

November 5, 2024 at 11:24 a.m.

The play about a dinner guest who is injured and unexpectedly ends up staying at...

Sharon Katz & The Peace Train will present South African music during the 2024 Train Song Festival. (Courtesy of Sharon Katz)

Train Song Festival returns Saturday to Old Poway Park

November 5, 2024 at 11:14 a.m.

The annual festival returns from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday with free music, storytelling...

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road. (Getty Images)

Community Calendar: Week of Oct. 31

October 30, 2024 at 3:44 p.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

Frankie Avalon will perform a concert at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2. (Courtesy of Poway OnStage)

Frankie Avalon to perform his hits in Poway on Saturday night

October 29, 2024 at 11:40 a.m.

Frankie Avalon, the former teen idol to millions of girls in the late 1950s and...

Abbey Van Dyke, 23 months, at the Rancho Bernardo Pumpkin Station on Monday. For Halloween and Dia de los Muertos events, see story on Page A1. (Elizabeth Marie Himchak)

Community Calendar: Week of Oct. 24

October 25, 2024 at 8:40 a.m.

Events in Poway, Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch

The Mt. Carmel Marching Sundevils will give exhibition performances during the field show and parade review competitions during the 47th annual Tournament of Bands they are hosting on Oct. 26. (Brett Alan Photography)

Mt. Carmel’s 47th annual Tournament of Bands returns Saturday

October 22, 2024 at 11:57 a.m.

Bands from throughout Southern California will be presenting their parade and field shows on Oct....

Peter Sprague, Fred Benedetti and Tripp Sprague will be ed by Mack Leighton (not pictured) when they perform as the band Blurring the Edges on Oct. 29 in the Rancho Bernardo Library. (Courtesy of Peter Sprague)

Peter Sprague and Blurring the Edges to perform in Rancho Bernardo

October 22, 2024 at 11:56 a.m.

A mix of music genres will be performed in the Rancho Bernardo Library when Peter...

Jade Scoggin, 3, wore a cat costume when searching for her Halloween pumpkin at the Rancho Bernardo Pumpkin Station on Monday evening. (Elizabeth Marie Himchak)

A Halloween guide for Rancho Bernardo, Poway and Carmel Mountain Ranch

October 24, 2024 at 4:05 p.m.

Here's our Halloween list of haunted houses, carnivals, library celebrations, trick-or-treating events, movies and even...

Neil Kennedy of Turquoise Barn Cider serving Matt Fager and Holly Savage during the 2023 Rancho BEERnardo Festival. (Elizabeth Marie Himchak)

Rancho BEERnardo Festival returns Saturday to Webb Park

October 15, 2024 at 1:14 p.m.

The 12th annual Rancho BEERnardo Festival is returning on Saturday afternoon to Rancho Bernardo’s Webb...

Acoustic string trio Red Luck Devon Gardner (fiddle), Moriah Ozberkmen (mandolin) and Ian Alistair (guitar) will perform in Poway on Oct. 18. (Adam Gurczak)

Boston trio Red Luck to bring traditional Irish and American music to Poway