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The artists of Spanish Village Art Center invite you to enjoy an afternoon of art in their working artist studios and colorful courtyard in Balboa Park. These working art studios enable visitors to meet artists, see demonstrations and enjoy the unique atmosphere. Visit the 36 working artist studios, galleries and art guilds who host over 200 local juried artists. Watch for special events, classes, workshops and summer camps. Open daily from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Visit: www.spanishvillageartcenter.com/ Instagram

Celebrate Earth Day with WorldBeat Center’s annual cultural and environmental festival themed “Together As One.” Enjoy live music from Big Mountain, Triston Palmer, Empress Akua, Rob Symeonn, and more. Experience multicultural performances including Japanese Taiko, Hip Hop dance, West African drumming, and a Native American blessing by Tim Red Bird. Explore the Ethnobotany Sanctuary Garden with a seed swap, compost workshops, guided tours, tea tasting, and children’s activities. All-vegetarian food court, wellness vendors, and eco-education booths on site. Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/33rd-annual-earth-day-celebration Balboa Park Cultural District on Instagram and Facebook

Come celebrate National Tennis Month! San Diego Tennis Fest is a FREE afternoon of fun tennis games and on-court clinics for people of all ages and ability levels, from beginners to seasoned players. With 25 tennis courts being used at Balboa Tennis Club (2221 Morley Field Dr., San Diego, CA 92104), there are over 70 teaching pros from around San Diego County, many of which are RSPA/USPTA certified. New this year, many more adult beginner clinic courts, specially designed to help new adult players master the fundamentals—technique, movement, grips, and smart shot selection. This is a perfect opportunity to have your family and friends try tennis! To attend this year's Tennis Fest, register to secure your free tickets: https://www.sandiegotennis.com/tennis-fest Be one of the first 1,000 registered attendees to receive your exclusive San Diego Tennis Fest t-shirt while supplies last. Tennis Fest Schedule: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Beginner adult class #1 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Multiple racquet vendors will be on hand to provide product demos and information on court. 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Clothing vendors and other local business vendors will be on hand to help celebrate tennis. 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.: Beginner adult class #2 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.: RSPA/USPTA teaching pros and volunteers from all around San Diego gather for on-court clinics, skills and strategy for beginners to seasoned players. 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Intros, Ben Press award ceremony, an exhibition match, and opportunity drawing giveaways (must be present to win) are also part of the day. Enjoy the day with tennis friends and celebrate everything tennis. Tell a friend, bring a family member, everyone is invited! San Diego District Tennis Association on Facebook / Instagram

The Old Globe invites friends and families from San Diego and beyond to celebrate the theatre’s longest resident playwright, William Shakespeare, with the Globe’s annual AXIS Event Happy Birthday, Mr. Shakespeare! on Saturday, April 19 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the Globe’s outdoor Copley Plaza in Balboa Park. The Bard’s birthday—his 461st!—is an exciting and festive occasion to celebrate his countless contributions to arts and culture around the world. The festivities will be hosted by our very own Arts Engagement Producer Eric Hagen and Natasha Harris and will include Shakespearean monologues and scenes performed by M.F.A. students from The Old Globe and University of San Diego Shiley Graduate Theatre Program, a fight choreography demonstration and workshop led by Ben Cole, a curated vinyl DJ set from Stevie Ortega accompanied with live instrumentals, an interactive performance and tap dance workshop by DrumatiX, and a crafts station for kids of all ages to enjoy. Plus, all attendees are invited to join in the “Happy Birthday” sing-along celebration with cupcakes. This event is free and open to everyone who wishes to attend. The Old Globe on Facebook / Instagram

The flight will operate four times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

Bringing the fun to the run since 1998, Rock 'n' Roll Running Series San Diego is a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Starting at Balboa Park and finishing in Downtown San Diego, you’ll explore up to eight well-known neighborhoods and experience an insider tour that even the locals rave about. This ultimate foot tour highlights all the iconic communities, their personalities, and everything we love about America's Finest City: San Diego, CA. Visit: https://www.runrocknroll.com/san-diego-register Rock 'n' Roll Running Series on Instagram and Facebook

San Diego County Orchid Society hosts its large, annual spring show and sale – "Orchids of the Earth" – in Balboa Park on Easter weekend. Enjoy hundreds of magnificent plants, free classes, and conversations with orchid experts. See, learn, and shop at this grand celebration of beauty and color. Casa del Prado Room 101 and Patio A. 1800 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92101. Free admission and parking. Friday, April 18, 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.; early bird sales 10 a.m. Saturday, April 19, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday, April 20, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Visit: San Diego County Orchid Society Spring Show and Sale San Diego Orchid Society on Instagram and Facebook

"Regency Girls" World premiere musical Book by Jennifer Crittenden and Gabrielle Allan Music by Curtis Moore Lyrics by Amanda Green Directed and choreographed by Josh Rhodes RUNS: April 2 – May 11, 2025, with the official opening night on Thursday, April 10 at the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe’s Conrad Prebys Theatre Center in San Diego’s Balboa Park Ticket prices start at $45. In "Regency Girls," Elinor Benton is in a predicament: she’s pregnant, unmarried, and living in 19th-century England. What’s a young woman to do? Facing certain ruin, she gathers up her best friends and sets off on the ultimate road trip to find the one woman who might offer a chance to change her fate. This epic journey, equal parts hilarious and profound, transforms each of them as they make choices about their own futures. Full Schedule: Opening Night: Thursday, April 10 at 7 p.m. Regular Performances: April 11 FRI 8 p.m. April 12 SAT 2 p.m. April 12 SAT 8 p.m. April 13 SUN 2 p.m. April 13 SUN 7 p.m. April 15 TUE 7 p.m. April 16 WED 7 p.m. April 17 THU 7 p.m. April 18 FRI 8 p.m. April 19 SAT 2 p.m. April 19 SAT 8 p.m. April 20 SUN 2 p.m. April 20 SUN 7 p.m. April 22 TUE 7 p.m. April 23 WED 7 p.m. April 24 THU 7 p.m. April 25 FRI 8 p.m. April 26 SAT 2 p.m. April 26 SAT 8 p.m. April 27 SUN 2 p.m. April 27 SUN 7 p.m. April 29 TUE 7 p.m. April 30 WED 2 p.m. April 30 WED 7 p.m. May 1 THU 7 p.m. May 2 FRI 8 p.m. May 3 SAT 2 p.m. May 3 SAT 8 p.m. May 4 SUN 2 p.m. May 9 FRI 8 p.m. May 10 SAT 2 p.m. May 10 SAT 8 p.m. May 11 SUN 2 p.m. (Final Performance)

Several parks across the city will receive a boost for projects, following the San Diego City Council allocating nearly $7.9 million from a settlement with SeaWorld Wednesday.

Ashley Carbonell is the Donor Engagement Manager at KPBS. In her role, she supports major and mid-level fundraising strategy and operations for the organization. She also manages the Producers Club, planning engagements for its members.