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It will be a season of springtime fun!! Hop on the wagon ride and enjoy the views on a scenic nature loop, try your skill with some tomahawk throwing, or visit our friends at the petting zoo! Enjoy a lively hoedown or pick up an instrument and join the jug band, paint a spring craft to keep, dip your very own lilac themed candle the old fashioned way, and so much more! Our very own Jesse Cross, dance caller and music man extraordinaire, will be playing live during various times to lead any willing kids and adults through the most fun jug band hootenanny you ever did see! Walk through organic lilac groves and enjoy the sweet smells and beautiful views of the surrounding Julian area! We will have some beautifully fragrant lilac stems available for purchase once they bloom and until we run out! Potted lilacs are also available to take home and plant! This old mining town has attracted people from all over because of its rich history, old time rustic charm, and of course the pies. Back in the 1960's, the area that is surrounding Fort Cross was famous for their lilacs. It's our goal to bring that same excitement and experience back to the area! With a few acres of beautiful lilac groves, we look forward to the possibilities! Visit: https://www.fortcross.com/lilac-festival Fort Cross Adventure Farm on Instagram and Facebook

Join the UC Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation (IGCC) for a conversation with Dr. Thom Mason, Director of Los Alamos National Laboratory and President of Triad National Security, LLC. Dr. Mason will discuss the role of the national laboratories in advancing U.S. national security, the evolving challenges of nuclear deterrence and global nuclear security, and how cutting-edge science and technology—from computing to materials science—are shaping the future of energy and defense. The conversation will also explore leadership at scale: what it takes to guide one of the nation’s premier scientific institutions in an era of rapid technological and geopolitical change. About the Speaker: Dr. Thom Mason became the 12th Director of Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and President of Triad National Security, LLC in November 2018. LANL is a principal contributor to the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission to maintain the nation’s nuclear weapons stockpile and strengthen global nuclear security through innovative science and technology. Over a 30-year career, Dr. Mason has led the design and construction of major scientific facilities and applied nuclear, computing, and materials science to critical challenges in energy and national security. Prior to joining Los Alamos, he served as Senior Vice President for Global Laboratory Operations at Battelle, overseeing governance and strategy across six national laboratories. He previously spent 19 years at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, including a decade as Laboratory Director, and began his career in academia as a faculty member in physics at the University of Toronto. Dr. Mason holds a PhD in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics from McMaster University and a BSc in Physics from Dalhousie University. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-conversation-with-dr-thom-mason-director-of-the-los-alamos-national-lab-tickets-1985003253165?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true IGCC on Instagram

Bressi Ranch Village Center, an open-air shopping center in the heart of the Bressi Ranch community in Carlsbad, California, invites the community to celebrate spring during its annual Easter Egg Hunt, taking place March 27 - through April 5. This year, the Village Center is adding a playful, digital twist to the classic tradition, encouraging guests of all ages to explore every corner of the center through a self-guided, interactive scavenger hunt. Guests begin their adventure by scanning QR codes placed throughout the property, including popular stops across the center’s shops, outdoor walkways, gathering spots and breezeways. After a quick registration, the mobile experience guides guests through a series of clues leading to six hidden eggs located throughout the property. Participants who successfully discover all six eggs will be entered into a drawing to win Bressi Ranch Village Center gift cards valued at up to $150. Guests can increase their chances of winning by earning up to four additional entries through bonus activities, including finding a seventh on-site bonus egg, capturing and uploading a photo of a favorite spot at Bressi Ranch Village Center, and completing a short “This or That” survey. Winners will be selected on April 6. This event is free and open to the public. Learn more about Bressi Ranch Village Center at https://bressiranchvillagecenter.com. WHEN: March 27th – April 5: 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. daily

Join Vista Buddhist Temple in celebrating and honoring the birth of "Siddhartha Gautama", the historical Buddha. Come learn more about "Jodo Shinshu Buddhism." Stop by to watch taiko, judo, koto and kendo performances. And shop at the marketplace, which includes plants and produce. Visit: https://www.vbtemple.org/japanesebuddhistculturalfestival Vista Buddhist Temple on Instagram and Facebook

James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece, and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching. 3 performances from June 5 - 7, 2026. Visit: https://www.stbartsmusic.org/events/into-the-woods-the-musical-in-concert-2026-06-05-19-00 St. Bart's Poway on Instagram and Facebook

Opening Reception for "ReVision: the Art Cloth Network". Visit: 'ReVision': an Exhibition by the 'Art Cloth Network' PHES Gallery on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrate your special day with the best in dresses, accessories, and everything for Quinceañeras and brides—all in one place! SD Royalty Events Presents: Quince & Bridal Festival-Expo | Spring Showcase Step into elegance at San Diego’s newest event venue! Join us for a FREE, fun-filled Quinceañera & Bridal Festival-Expo at the stunning Liberty Station Chapel, a beautifully restored venue located in one of San Diego’s most iconic historical landmarks. This spring showcase is designed to inspire, connect, and celebrate—whether you’re planning a quinceañera, wedding, or special event. What to Expect: - Quinceañera & Bridal Fashion Show - Exclusive Venue Showcase – Explore this newly opened, breathtaking chapel - Top Event Vendors – All in one place - Dresses & formal wear - Tuxedos - DJs - Limo services - Décor & rentals - Photo booths - Beauty & glam services And so much more! This is truly a one-stop shop for planning your dream celebration. Quinceañera Fashion Show by "Cynderella's" Latest Trends in Quinceañera Fashion Tuxedo Fashion Show by Friar Tux, Bringing elegance, style, and the latest tux trends to the runway. Elaborate Bridal Gown Fashion Show by Brides for a Cause-San Diego featuring a wide variety of unique designers, styles and sizes! Mesmerizing entertainment by Moonveil Aerial, An unforgettable aerial performance you won’t want to miss. Raffles & Giveaways (Yes, BIG ones!) Attendees will have the chance to win: - Free makeup service certificates - Tuxedo rentals - Major discounts on limo services - DJ service discounts Plus many more surprises! Visit: Quince & Bridal Festival-Expo SD Royalty Events on Instagram and Facebook

The nonprofit, The Music Company (TMC), celebrates its three-year anniversary of expanding music career pathways in San Diego with a new monthly series, Women in Music SD, supporting female artists, producers, DJs, and songwriters. Launching on Thursday, March 26 at 7 p.m., the event series will feature conversations and collaborations around navigating today’s music industry and will continue to take place on the 4th Thursday of each month in 2026. TMC’s mission is to nurture the next generation of music talent by providing vital resources that are often inaccessible to independent and emerging artists. Through affordable, professional-grade recording and rehearsal spaces, the organization fosters collaboration among musicians, producers, and industry professionals. In 2025, TMC supported 441 artists across more than 1,200 studio bookings, spanning recording sessions, rehearsals, DJ practice, and creative production. To learn more about The Music Company and its mission to keep music careers accessible in San Diego, visit www.tmcmusic.org. Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

"Divine Feminine Publishing" has announced launch of "The Villains Club: A Delightfully Devious Anthology." Available on April 16, 2026, the anthology invites readers to take a fresh look into quotidian villainy. With 18 short stories with titles like "Monster Smut is Ruining my Life," and "A Necromancer’s Reprieve," explores themes like imposter syndrome, sibling rivalry, and PTSD from a unique perspective. Through charming and often deeply relatable tales, readers will get to know characters like Luna Duskbane, a young vampire with crooked fangs fighting for equity in education by taking an orthodontic school to court to reverse their “human’s only” admissions policy. “By peeking into the mundane lives of mystical creatures, our authors transform the mundane into magical and invite us into the cozy shadows of the grey area between good and evil,” said Janina Scarlet, Ph.D., founding director of "Divine Feminine Publishing." Scarlet joined forces with fellow author and Divine Feminine’s acquisitions editor, E. M. Noller, to edit "The Villains Club" anthology and co-author one of the short stories. “The villains in these pages are bitter, battered, and bruised, and they make all kinds of questionable life choices as a result,” said Noller. “These stories invite us to question the difference between a villain and a victim, and maybe to fantasize a little bit about what might happen if we made a few questionable life choices of our own.” As a core value of "Divine Feminine Publishing" is representation and empowerment, these stories feature queer supervillains, supernaturals of color, women climbing the corporate monster ladder, and even a member of the Hematomic-Deficient Community, or HDC (colloquially known as “Vampires”) who, in the story, are not considered human according to both state and federal law. The anthology is also accompanied by a mental health resources guide. “We want our readers to use these stories as a charming escape from the soul-crushing reality that we have been facing lately,” said Scarlet, who is also a licensed clinical psychologist. “But while we hope these pages will provide both comfort and introspection, we know that many in our communities— much like ourselves— need a bit of extra help to nurture hope and embrace the promise of a better tomorrow.” Order "The Villains Club: A Delightfully Devious Anthology" through the "Divine Feminine Publishing" Website. Visit: https://divinefeminine-publishing.com/books Divine Feminine Publishing on Instagram

This month, we’re celebrating one year of "Water And Kindness!" In honor of this milestone, we’re inviting all of YOU to our anniversary event! Please join us at Pop-Up Winona (4951 El Cajon Blvd) from 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 28th! Our anniversary event is on the same day/time as our usual monthly FREE Clothing Swap/Community Fair, so we’ll be providing our usual harm reduction resources, water, and hosting our clothing swap. To add to the celebration, we’ll also have free community activities, such as button-making, zines, a book swap, and more! We’re hosting some new organizations that are excited to engage with our community! Partnering with us will be: Chaos Craft Time for crafting buttons and beaded creations SheFest offering kids' clothing from baby to toddler sizes Direct Action Distro will be presenting their self-published zines SAY San Diego will also be present for education on drug prevention Hugs and Bags is offering free Bombas socks City Heights Self Defense committee will also be showcasing classes for self-defense Mutual Aid for Moms supports local mothers in the neighborhood with free resources And More! Everyone is welcome at this event, even if you’ve never engaged with "Water And Kindness" before! Stop by to give what you can, take what you need, or just meet some new neighbors and be in your community. This is the perfect event for first-time volunteers or those seeking to do some spring cleaning to donate! Skip the doomscrolling this weekend and bring a friend to join in on the celebration. Coffee is available for purchase, and snacks/pastries will be provided. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-kindness-exchange-water-and-kindness-one-year-anniversary-swap-tickets-1985776783816 Water and Kindness on Instagram and Facebook