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"To Catch a Fish" presents over sixty works of craft and art that are either used in fishing or that illuminate the relationship between people and fish. Utilitarian fishing objects include hand-crafted basketry fish traps, scrapers, weights, and nets. Works with spiritual significance and symbolism include amulets, robes, images of saints, and even kites. This exhibition features the stunning work of contemporary artist Marianne Nicolson, which addresses the impact of commercial fisheries on Indigenous communities in British Columbia. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

The California Surf Museum is a place where surfing is not frozen in time, but understood as a living, evolving culture. “40 Years of Waves, Stories, and People” shares the growth of the California Surf Museum from a small display in a restaurant to its current world-class and internationally-known facility. “Surfriding: Hawaiian Royalty’s Gift to the World” presents the seminal period of surfing’s development and captures the essence of a moment in cross-cultural exchange — with the surfboards and a story of fascinating Hawaiian personalities in a world now almost forgotten. California Surf Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Indulge in classic afternoon tea with a Southern California twist. Enjoy a selection of finger sandwiches prepared with exceptional local ingredients, accompanied by traditional tea scones, and an array of cakes and pastries, all complemented by champagne, specialty teas, and coffee. Saturdays & Sundays | 12 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fairmont Grand Del Mar on Facebook / Instagram

San Diego Italian Film Festival Presents: "The Time it Takes" ("Il tempo che ci vuole"), 2024 Thursday April 16, 7 p.m. La Paloma Theatre Francesca Comencini returns with an intimate and deeply moving reflection on her relationship with her father, Luigi Comencini — a revered figure in Italian cinema, one of the masters of “commedia all’italiana” yet a distant and elusive presence at home. With both tenderness and restraint, she explores the contradictions of their bond, offering an honest and evocative portrait of love, memory, and the spaces in between. In Italian with English subtitles. La Paloma Theatre 471 S. Coast Hwy. 101 San Diego Italian Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram

Back for the sixth year, San Diego Botanic Garden's popular spring orchid exhibition returns with a refreshed theme: "Orchids in the Wild." Inspired by orchids in their natural habitats, the Garden’s 8,000-square-foot Dickinson Family Education Conservatory will be transformed into mossy understories, tropical canopies, and other immersive environments, showcasing hundreds of striking specimens, locally bred hybrids, and rare species. Discover the dramatic blooms and learn the fascinating stories behind their discovery, growth, and cultivation. In addition to orchids that typically grow in the Garden’s Conservatory, displays will include plants on loan from private growers belonging to two local groups – the San Diego County Orchid Society and the Palomar Orchid Society – as well as orchids and materials from local businesses. Throughout the exhibition run, enjoy special orchid classes and workshops, and browse plant sales with local vendors on select weekends. Whether you’re a dedicated orchid enthusiast or simply drawn to nature’s remarkable diversity, "Orchids in the Wild" invites you to explore these extraordinary plants as they appear in their natural environments—lush, vibrant, and full of life. San Diego Botanic Garden on Facebook /Instagram

2026 AMA San Diego Sandie Awards The AMA San Diego Sandie Awards recognize the outstanding professional and student marketing campaigns across a number of categories and medias produced the previous year in San Diego County. Join hundreds of your colleagues from other companies, nonprofits, and agencies to honor and celebrate the details and the best in San Diego Marketing. The 2026 event flies higher with an extended networking reception, elevated award ceremony production, and engaging activations. Reception includes 1 Drink Ticket, Live Music, Gourmet Cheese Station, and Photobooth. Award Ceremony includes a three - course dinner with hosted wine and bar. Sandie Awards Program 5 - 5:30 p.m. – VIP Welcome Reception - AMA Members & Sponsors ONLY 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. - Welcome Reception - All Attendees 7 p.m. – Main Event Begins 7:30 - 8 p.m. – Dinner Break 8-9 p.m. – Awards Continue AMA San Diego on Instagram / LinkedIn

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Garibaldi, located on the third floor of the InterContinental San Diego, is celebrating Easter with a Mediterranean-inspired menu that blends coastal tradition with springtime flair. Guests can enjoy festive starters like Braided Greek Easter Bread (Tsoureki) and Harissa Deviled Farm Eggs before savoring in Roasted Volcano Lamb Shank. End your meal on a sweet note with the Spiced Carrot Cake. Set against sweeping bay and skyline views, the experience captures the relaxed elegance of Mediterranean coastal dining for the holiday. The restaurant will open early at 3 p.m., with the holiday menu offered at $65 per person and à la carte options available. Enjoy complimentary 3-Hour parking with a purchase of $50 or more. Reservations can be made via OpenTable. Garibaldi on Instagram

Coastal Cities Jazz Band is one of the finest Big Bands (17 members) in the southwestern United States. CCJB has performed for nearly 30 years. Female and Male vocalists will join the band with swinging sounds of the 30's, 40's, 50's, plus some special Peggy Lee songs too. Ticket sales begin at 1:15 p.m. and doors open at 1:30 p.m. at the venue. HVCCA season members can invite guests for $10. Go to our website for more information: www.hiddenvalleyCCAescondido.info The Coastal Cities Jazz Band on Facebook

Celebrate Mother’s Day in timeless elegance at the stunning Aria Lawn, where lush gardens and sunlit views create the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable afternoon tea. Guests will enjoy a beautifully curated garden party tea experience featuring delicate pastries, savory tea sandwiches, seasonal sweets, and a selection of fine teas served with gracious hospitality. Set against the lush backdrop of Los Peñasquitos Canyon, this festive outdoor celebration offers a delightful blend of sophistication and springtime serenity, an idyllic way to honor and cherish the mothers in your life. Surrounded by blooming florals, live ambiance and luxurious surroundings, it is a heartfelt gathering designed to create lasting memories in a truly picturesque setting. Fairmont Grand Del Mar on Facebook / Instagram