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Welcome the arrival of spring at The Rooftop Bar in Oceanside with a full day of music, cocktails, and coastal views. The Spring Equinox marks the moment when day and night fall into perfect balance, making it the perfect excuse to gather above the Pacific and celebrate the season ahead. Join us from noon through the evening as DJs set the tone and specialty cocktails keep the energy flowing. Settle in for sunset, watch the sky shift from golden hour to starlight, and enjoy a day that naturally turns into night on the rooftop. Visit: https://www.rooftopbaroceanside.com/event/spring-equinox-celebration/ The Rooftop Bar Oceanside on Instagram and Facebook

Chocolate and caramel were clearly meant to find each other. Celebrate National Chocolate & Caramel Day at The Rooftop Bar in Oceanside with a dessert and cocktail pairing designed for indulgence above the Pacific. Chef Alec presents S’Mores Panna Cotta, layered with dark chocolate custard, espresso caramel, torched meringue, and graham. Pair it with the Midnight Roast, featuring Grey Goose, Caffè Borghetti, and cold brew. Rich, playful, and best enjoyed under the evening sky. Dessert first. Questions later. Visit: https://www.rooftopbaroceanside.com/event/national-chocolate-and-caramel-day/ The Rooftop Bar in Oceanside on Instagram and Facebook

A Curated Marketplace of Jewelry, Gemstones, Vintage & Creative Materials Comes to Escondido April 17–19 The Escondido Bead & Design Show returns April 17–19 to the California Center for the Arts, Escondido for three vibrant days celebrating craftsmanship, materials, and creative discovery. Bringing together jewelry artists, beadmakers, gemstone specialists, vintage dealers, textile designers, and creative suppliers, the show offers a thoughtfully curated marketplace that appeals to both dedicated makers and curious shoppers alike. This year’s event expands into both the Ballroom and Gallery at the Center for the Arts, creating an even larger and more dynamic marketplace experience. Attendees can browse handcrafted jewelry, rare gemstones, artisan beads, antique and vintage jewelry, artwear, distinctive components, handcrafted accessories, and creative supplies. From bohemian statement pieces and collectible vintage finds to specialty materials for designers and jewelers, the show offers treasures for collectors, stylists, artists, and anyone drawn to unique, well-made objects. For jewelry designers and creative makers, Escondido Bead & Design is a sourcing destination — featuring artisan beads, lapidary tools, specialty findings, and distinctive materials rarely found in traditional retail environments. For collectors and design-minded shoppers, it offers beautifully crafted pieces presented in an inviting and artful setting. In addition to shopping, visitors can enjoy live demonstrations and select hands-on workshops throughout the weekend, offering insight into traditional and contemporary techniques while fostering connection within the creative community. Set in the heart of North County San Diego, the California Center for the Arts, Escondido provides an elegant and accessible setting for this growing regional event, with free parking and easy access for a relaxed and inspiring spring outing. Visit: https://www.beadanddesign.com/shows/escondido.php Bead and Design on Instagram and Facebook

Making her Fourth Friday Jazz Series debut, singer, guitarist, song-writer and activist Steph Johnson is a multifaceted San Diego powerhouse! Along with bassist Rob Thorsen, pianist Melonie Grinnell and Richard Sellars on drums, look forward to an evening of soulful jazz and blues, familiar standards and uplifting originals. In her distinctive, smokey, lush voice are the influences of Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Joni Mitchell, and Stevie Wonder. Visit: https://www.ljcommunitycenter.org/event-details/steph-johnson-with-the-rob-thorsen-trio Steph Johnson on Instagram and Facebook

"Let’s Go Wild!" — A Celebration of Wildlife and Wonder A collective of San Diego regional artists announces, “Let’s Go Wild!”, an immersive wildlife‑inspired art exhibition created and organized by the exhibiting artists. This lively, interactive event invites visitors to experience wildlife art in surprising, playful, and engaging ways through hands‑on activities, creative workshops, educational programs, and imaginative encounters that spark curiosity and joy. Featuring artwork by Julie Brooks, Ira Cosmos, Elena Miller, Joan Hansen, and Chelsea Paulus, the exhibition showcases fierce, funny, and unforgettable wildlife through painting, sculpture, and photography—art that leaps off the walls and into the imagination. Exhibition & Events • Exhibition Dates: April 11 – May 1 • Opening Reception (Wild Animal Costume Party): April 11, 3–5 p.m. Artists will appear in animal‑inspired costumes, and guests are encouraged to join in—whether in full costumes or with simple animal‑themed accessories. Complimentary masks and headbands will be provided. “Best Wild Look” contest winners will receive art prizes, and giveaways. • Closing Reception “Finissage”: May 1, 3–5 p.m. Workshops & Programs • April 11, 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Scratch Art Class (all ages) • April 18, 12 p.m. — STEM Docent Tour in collaboration with volunteers from the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve (https://elfinforest.olivenhain.com/). Contact: support@letsgowild.co to schedule docent lead tours and classes. • April 21, 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Art & Wildflower Seed “Bombs” Printmaking and Farmers Market Earth Day Kids Parade Celebrating Local Agriculture & Biodiversity With support from the San Diego County Farm Bureau (www.sdfarmbureau.org), the exhibition highlights how local farms help protect wildlife and biodiversity. Their interactive display—created with contributions from regional producers—shows how stewardship and food production coexist in a shared landscape. While art inspires love for wildlife, farming helps protect it. Let’s Go Wild on Facebook / Instagram

Peninsula Faith Leaders are partnering for a pilgrimage through Ocean Beach’s historic Church Row, with stops at local churches and ministry locations that reflect on the theme "Jesus died for..." The 1-mile walk is mostly flat, and begins at St. Peter's Lutheran Church. Return transportation will be provided from the end. Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church on Facebook / Instagram

Itamar “Ita” Lilienthal es un bio diseñador y arquitecto emergente que está desarrollando alternativas sustentables a materiales convencionales que contaminan. Él cree haber encontrado algo especial.

First, advocates of public safety are applauding a new state law that allows cities to decrease speed limits. Then, a city report says San Diego is eight billion dollars short in funding for infrastructure projects. Next, registered nurses in the county joined protests taking place across eight states. Also, a new complex in National City has 94 units, but has received more than a thousand applications. As well as, the VA has reversed course on changing the rules on how disability benefits are decided. We feature a Black-owned retail brand that’s celebrating their first anniversary of its storefront this Black History Month. Plus, some weekend event ideas that are happening across the county.

The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego director steps down this week after nearly a decade in the role and a long history in San Diego.

The landscape is shifting. Are you leading the change or catching up? The Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate invites you to our 30th Annual Real Estate Conference, "Adapting to Structural Shifts Transforming Real Estate," for an inside look at the forces reshaping our industry. Hear from Spencer Levy, senior economic advisor and host of CBRE’s "The Weekly Take," as he shares insights drawn from conversations with hundreds of the world’s largest real estate owners and occupiers. Framed through the reinvention and adaptability of musicians, his presentation delivers a forward-looking view of the economy and commercial real estate, blending macro forecasts with sector insights to challenge practitioners to embrace change and position for opportunity in 2026 and beyond. Building on that forward-looking momentum, we will dive into an important and detailed discussion about how artificial intelligence is shaping strategy and changing all aspects of real estate operations. Learn to be an agent of change, not a victim of it. Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate on LinkedIn