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Each year the ARCS Foundation, San Diego Chapter, a non-profit organization led entirely by women, hosts a Scientist of the Year fundraiser to honor a preeminent local scientist. This year’s honoree, Dr. Terry Sejnowski, is one of the world’s foremost computer scientists and computational neuroscientists, whose visionary and ingenious work on neural networks laid the foundation for the machine learning and AI revolution that is taking the world by storm today. Dr. Sejnowski is head of Salk Institute’s Computational Neurobiology Laboratory and holder of the Frances Crick Chair. He is also a distinguished professor at UC San Diego’s School of Biological Sciences, where he is co-director of the Institute for Neural Computation. ARCS San Diego invites you to join them for a celebration of science and scientists that is set for Saturday, April 27 (4 - 8 p.m.) at The Conrad Performing Arts Center in La Jolla. In addition to honoring Dr. Sejnowski, the program will pay tribute to this year’s ARCS Scholars – all 50 of them – along with distinguished ARCS Scholar alumnus, Dr. Randall Kelley, who has served as Director of Data Science and Machine Learning at several major corporations. All funds raised at this event will support future ARCS Scholars. Through their research, these talented Scholars make outstanding contributions to advance science and keep America competitive on the global stage, which is the ARCS mission. ARCS San Diego has put together an exciting program for its signature event. About ARCS: The ARCS Foundation (Achievement Rewards for College Scientists), a national organization with 15 chapters across the country, provides financial awards to promising graduate students who are pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering and medical research. Since its inception in 1985, the San Diego Chapter of ARCS has given more than $12.3 million to support graduate students at four local institutions: UCSD, SDSU, USD, and Scripps Research. For program details and to register, go to: san-diego.arcsfoundation.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Step away from the city and immerse yourself in the beautiful state of mind of equanimity. Led by Buddhist nun Gen Lhadron. Hosted by Kadampa Meditation Center San Diego. For more information visit: meditateinsandiego.org Stay Connected on Facebook

These weekend workshops are focused on increasing self confidence, identifying the roots of anxiety, learning coping skills, enjoying yoga/therapeutic body movement activities, and building community with others with similar stories. This retreat welcomes the experiences of all women+. Please join us if you identify as a woman or femme in any way that is important to you. Meals, snacks and water are included. Please bring any items that will support your comfort including but not limited to: a chair, a towel or mat to sit on, and a journal. Information about daily events will be provided in a detailed email prior to the group. Partcipants can attend a single workshop day and attendance to all workshops is not required to participate. Visit: strongertogethersd.org/

"I hope we wake to a body we love" is a performance exhibition that ruminates on death, rebirth and belonging through the endurance practice, a practice of waiting. In a world already violent, Jun! offers a critical sustainable approach to difficult endurance performances that confront death by offering a space where death, pain, love, and intimacy can coexist simultaneously. In doing so, Jun! reframes endurance as a practice of waiting for a better future, a future where we can wake to a body that we love. Join Jun! at her performance on April 21st beginning 4 p.m., where she explores the concept of rebirth in the liminal space of a car. After the performance, catch the Q&A for "I hope we wake to a body we love," moderated by performance scholar Alejandrina Medina. "I hope we wake to a body we love" will run from April 19th to April 26th open daily from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the SME Art Gallery, 1st Floor at University of California San Diego. For more information visit: visarts.ucsd.edu Stay Connected on Instagram

An ecological ecumenical presentation of music, storytelling, and education as we celebrate Earth Day and focus on environmental stewardship through the arts. Led by the St. Bartholomew's Parish Choir, soloists Hannah Arevalo and Danielle Evans, and chamber orchestra. Suggested donation $20 ($10 for students, available at https://www.stbartsmusic.org/events/paul-winter-missa-gaia-earth-mass Proceeds will benefit local environmental advocacy groups.

Join Vista Buddhist Temple for Hanamatsuri: Celebrating the Birth of the Buddha on April 27th from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.! There will be a discussion on Buddhism, family-focused activities like guided mindfulness, entertainment, food, and a marketplace (including local plants and produce). Free admission & parking! For more information visit: vbtemple.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Join Chef Drew Deckman for a magical culinary experience under the twinkling lights and olive trees in The Garden at Rancho Valencia. Chef Deckman, whose iconic, sustainable restaurant, Deckman’s En Mogor, elevated the culinary experience of the Valle de Guadalupe to new levels, will create a delectable, plated, multi-course dinner in collaboration with Chefs Emiliano Safa and Chris Gentile of Rancho Valencia, using the best, locally-sourced and sustainably fished and farmed ingredients of San Diego/Baja region. The dinner will be paired in perfect harmony with Drew’s favorite Baja wines by Mogor-Badan, Lechuza, Paralelo, and Casa de Piedra of Valle de Guadalupe. We are also delighted to welcome back “one of the nation’s most innovative trumpeters,” Gilbert Castellanos and his trio to add a beautiful soundtrack to this evening. We look forward to hosting you for yet another unforgettable epicurean experience at Rancho Valencia Resort. In collaboration with Baja Wine + Food.

The 13th SDAFF Spring Showcase is back April 18 - 25! Join @pacartsmovement at the UltraStar Cinemas in Mission Valley for a curated selection of 15+ films hailing from China, Hong Kong, Iran, South Korea, and beyond. Visit sdaff.org to see the film lineup and purchase your All-Access Badge today! For more information visit: sdaff.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Join us on Free Second Sunday, April 14 to celebrate the launch of an exclusive limited-edition tote bag, hat, and print collaboration created by local artist Ezra Brown, local clothing store 5&A Dime, and The Shop at MCASD. Meet the creators behind this collaboration and view a selection of works from Ezra Brown. For more information visit: mcasd.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Who would've thought that the princess of darkness would fall for a sweet, smart, “normal” boy? As the families of Wednesday and Lucas come together for dinner one fateful night, chaos ensues as they find themselves admitting personal secrets, while coming together in ways they never would have imagined. The Addams Family tells the story of love and friendship through adversity with a comical and macabre, yet poignant, spin. Join Classical Academy High School’s award winning theater department as they present The Addams Family A New Musical Comedy! Book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice; Music & Lyrics by Andrew Lippa; Based on Characters Created by Charles Addams. Special Licensing w/ Theatrical Rights Worldwide. Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram