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Celebrate a century of community impact! Since 1926, Coronado Rotarians have lived by the motto "Service Above Self," shaping the spirit of our island and improving lives across the globe. This landmark Centennial exhibit offers an exclusive look into the Rotary Club’s storied history, featuring never-before-seen photographs, artifacts, and personal stories. The exhibit highlights the decades-long partnership between Rotary and CHA, a collaboration that was formalized in 2024 when CHA was designated as the official repository for the club's historical records. By moving these treasures from private garages into CHA’s professional archives, 100 years of "Service Above Self" is protected and accessible for generations to come. View the archives and artifacts in the exhibit and discover how a century of dedication has nurtured the civic and cultural fabric of Coronado, from local youth programs to international humanitarian efforts. See why the Rotary Club remains a cornerstone of our community. Coronado Historical Association on Facebook

Celebrate the opening of the Princess Project at Parkway Plaza with a Night in Paris Fashion Show on Sunday, March 15, from 1-2 p.m.! Guests will enjoy a special afternoon of fashion while supporting The Princess Project, a nonprofit that provides free prom dresses and accessories to high school teens, and will have an exclusive sneak peek of the Dress Giveaway Store before the official giveaways begin this spring. Come celebrate fashion and community at this magical event at Parkway Plaza! The Princess Project San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

The Kids Theatre Network returns to The Bornemann with a vibrant staging of "CATS - Young Actors Edition." Set in a larger-than-life junkyard, the show bursts to life with iconic Jellicle felines including Rum Tum Tugger, Mr. Mistoffelees, Macavity, Jennyanydots, Old Deuteronomy, Skimbleshanks, and Grizabella. On the night of the Jellicle Ball, each cat shares their story for the amusement of wise Old Deuteronomy, who will choose one to ascend to the Heaviside Layer and be reborn into a new Jellicle life. A magical, family-friendly performance brought to life by talented young artists. The Bornemann on Facebook / Instagram

Enjoy pirate themed pool activities and games during the City of Carlsbad’s annual Pirate Plunge event. Come dressed in a swimsuit and enjoy the swashbuckling activities which include diving for treasure, ship raider race, walking the plank, and other fun pool activities and floating obstacles. The Splash Pad will also be open for the little ones. Dry activities include a pirate ship slide, a photo op and a treasure hunt where children will have the chance to follow a map around the decks collecting treasure along the way. Tickets are $15 per person and kids ages 3 and under are free but still need to be registered. Pick up your wristbands in advance at Alga Norte Aquatic Center during the week before the event, to avoid lines. Food will be available for purchase. For safety reasons, only pool noodles and US Coastguard approved floatation devices are allowed in the pool. Online presale ends at 5 p.m. on the Friday before the event. You will be able to purchase wristbands at the event if the event is not sold out. Save time and avoid lines by picking up event wristbands in advance. Wristbands will be available for pick up starting the week before the event and are only available at Alga Norte Aquatics Center during regular business hours. All sales are final; no refunds. Wristbands that are picked up in advance that are lost or not brought to the event will not be replaced. Event may modify or cancel due to inclement weather. City of Carlsbad on Facebook / Instagram

It’s that time of year, the Annual San Diego Beer News Awards is here! Beer fans across San Diego have already done the hard work by nominating their favorite breweries, ales and lagers across 25 categories. Winners will be revealed at the San Diego Beer News Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, March 31 from 5–9 p.m. at Harland Brewing headquarters in Scripps Ranch. The celebration is free to attend and a must for anyone in San Diego’s craft-beer community. Arrive early for the third-annual San Diego Beer News Awards Vendor Expo starting at 5 p.m., where you can connect with sponsors before the ceremony begins at 7 p.m. Come join the celebration of San Diego craft beer! Visit: sandiegobeer.news/ San Diego Beer News on Instagram

Amuri Italian Cuisine is celebrating its official grand opening in Scripps Highlands with an afternoon inspired by the flavors and hospitality of Sicily. Founded by a team originally from Sicily, Amuri brings authentic Italian cuisine and traditional recipes to the San Diego community. Guests are invited to experience the restaurant’s warm atmosphere while enjoying passed appetizers, signature dishes, and a festive limoncello toast to mark the occasion. A highlight of the event will be an interactive cheese wheel pasta bar, where freshly prepared pasta is tossed tableside in a wheel of aged cheese for a classic Italian dining experience. The grand opening celebration offers the community an opportunity to explore the new space, meet the team behind the restaurant, and enjoy a lively afternoon centered around authentic Sicilian food, culture, and hospitality.

Tucked behind an unassuming entrance marked by a sign reading “Law Office — Eddie O’Hare, ESQ,” Prohibition offers a speakeasy-style escape for fans looking to continue the festivities after the game. The hidden lounge channels the Roaring ’20s with vintage decor, live jazz and handcrafted cocktails, creating a swanky setting that feels worlds away from the stadium crowds. With its classic atmosphere and late-night energy, Prohibition provides a memorable post-game spot to raise a celebratory toast after a Padres win. Visit: prohibitionsd.com/ Monday-Sunday
from 8 p.m. – 1:30 a.m.

Join us as the Escondido Creek Conservancy celebrates 35 years of conservation through a continual hike series, Welcome to the Watershed, from ridge to reef on Sunday, March 29, where guest speaker, Richard W. Halsey, founder and director of the California Chaparral Institute, will take attendees on a journey through the history of the watershed, the remarkable ecology of chaparral, and the importance of conserving natural spaces. During this important milestone year, a generous donor has committed to matching every donation we receive to support our land conservation and education up to $1 million! This crucial support helps to restore critical habitat, inspire the next generation, and protect North San Diego County's lands and waters for decades to come. We are thrilled to share our land restoration work during this hike series and invite you to RSVP at the Escondido Creek Conservancy's Eventbrite page, where we will be posting information about every hike in this series and more. See you there! Escondido Creek Conservancy on Facebook / Instagram

Date: Sunday, April 19, 2026 Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Native Poppy Solana Beach 142 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Limited Spots Available! Inspired by what’s growing close to home, this seasonal Flower Arranging 101 workshop invites you to arrange with flowers sourced from our favorite San Diego flower farms and growers. This foundation-building class covers all the core mechanics of Flower Arranging 101 while highlighting the beauty and variability of working with locally grown flowers. Rather than following a predetermined color palette, this experience embraces what’s available seasonally—allowing color, texture, and form to be shaped by what’s growing in nearby. Designed for beginners and curious creatives alike, this workshop can be taken as a stand-alone class or alongside other Flower Arranging 101 offerings. Working with locally grown flowers offers a unique opportunity to explore color and composition in a more intuitive, organic way. No two classes will ever look exactly the same. Your ticket includes: - Comprehensive, engaging instruction in our Flower Arranging 101 curriculum and hands-on assistance from Native Poppy’s professional florists - All materials, tools, and locally-grown seasonal flowers to build our signature Classic Arrangement - Flower Arranging 101 Outline + Note Sheet designed exclusively for our workshops - Complimentary refreshments - Plus: the floral arrangement you design to take home Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Where: BeeWorthy Farms 441 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024 Limited Spots Available! Join us at BeeWorthy Farms for a morning immersed in flowers, rooted in place and seasonality. This Flower Arranging 101 workshop invites you to connect with San Diego's unique floriculture as you arrange locally grown flowers—harvested just hours before class. This foundation-building workshop explores our Flower Arranging 101 curriculum, guided by the color, texture and form of the flowers that are in season and harvested on a single local flower farm. Appropriate for all skill levels, this workshop begins with a guided tour of BeeWorthy Farms led by the growers, which begins promptly at 9:30. The tour is followed by a hands-on Flower Arranging 101 workshop in their outdoor classroom. This style of flower workshop offers a deeper connection to the land and the flowers, giving new meaning to your design process. Tickets include: - A guided farm tour led by the growers of BeeWorthy Farms - Comprehensive, engaging instruction in our Flower Arranging 101 curriculum - Hands-on assistance from Native Poppy’s professional florists - All materials, tools, and freshly harvested seasonal flowers grown exclusively at BeeWorthy Farms - Flower Arranging 101 Outline + Note Sheet designed for our workshops - Plus: the floral arrangement you design to take home Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram