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In a season full of audience favorites, this is the debut we’ve long anticipated. Violinist extraordinaire Amandine Beyer and her ensemble Gli Incogniti—hailed across Europe and Asia—have been rarer guests in the United States. Their program explores the “bewitching and endlessly inventive” (Gramophone) music of Nicola Matteis, as well as works by Henry Purcell. The performance promises to be “rich in spontaneity and a sense of exploration, […] wonderfully addictive” (Gramophone). San Diego Early Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

Recommended for ages 2-5, this storytime program includes books, songs, games, and early literacy fun! A to-go craft will be provided at the end. Audience: Young children Location: Community Room Visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library Mission Valley Branch Library on Facebook

Non profit fund raiser to support free music programs for school aged children. Music, food trucks, games for kids, event merchandise. The event is free, donations greatly appreciated. Visit: Borrego Springs Music Festival

San Diego’s Major League Volleyball (MLV) team, the San Diego Mojo, is closing out the home season with an electric Fan Appreciation Night showdown against the Grand Rapids Rise on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 7 p.m. at Viejas Arena at SDSU. Experience the excitement of professional women’s volleyball as the Mojo bring fast-paced rallies and elite athleticism to the court. As California’s only professional women’s volleyball team, the San Diego Mojo deliver a thrilling sports experience for fans of all ages. Invite your friends and family, grab your seats and cheer on the Mojo as they take on the Grand Rapids Rise in the final home game of the season. San Diego Mojo on Facebook / Instagram

Join bird experts Cindy Pencek and Ian Swirka for a guided walk along the San Diego River to observe and count the diverse bird species that call this area home. This relaxing, educational outing offers a chance to connect with nature while supporting conservation by recording observations on iNaturalist. Participants will also have the opportunity to visit the River Studio at Grant Park, an emerging nature education center and eco-park designed to serve more than 10,000 students each year and inspire future environmental stewards. Kids are welcome with adult supervision. We hope you can join us for this engaging community science experience! After the Bird Walk, join Sky Hunters and their raptor animal ambassador for an engaging presentation on raptors on the Conrad Prebys Stage immediately following the bird walk. Register here: https://sandiegoriver.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1192030 The San Diego River Park Foundation on Facebook / Instagram

Gov. Gavin Newsom included no new funding for local journalism in his budget proposal last week, walking back an August 2024 deal with Google to commit $175 million over five years to help the diminishing industry.

SD Pirates – Road to Cooperstown Golf Tournament Fundraiser! Batter up! Grab your clubs and help our SD Pirates send this fundraiser sailing over the fence. Join us for a day packed with big swings, friendly competition, and plenty of team spirit as we raise funds to send our ballplayers to Cooperstown for an unforgettable baseball adventure. This fundraiser supports our youth athletes as they prepare to represent our community at the Cooperstown Dreams Park tournament, a premier national youth baseball experience. We are also actively seeking hole sponsors and event sponsors, and we welcome donations from community members who are unable to attend. Time: 8 a.m. shotgun start Location: Reidy Creek Golf Course, Escondido Visit: piratessd.com

Mariachi Champaña Nevin Pays Tribute to Music Legends Vicente Fernandez, Juan Gabriel, and Rocío Dúrcal A Spectacular Concert at the Magnolia Theater in El Cajon On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 8 p.m., join us for a once-in-a-lifetime tribute concert to three of Mexico’s most iconic musical figures — Vicente Fernández, Juan Gabriel, and Rocío Dúrcal — at the Magnolia Theater in El Cajon. This special concert, titled “Tribute to Three Greats,” will feature a stunning performance by Mariachi Champaña Nevin, a world-renowned ensemble led by composer and trumpeter Jeff Nevin, Ph.D., who is widely considered a leading proponent of classical mariachi music. This unforgettable evening will transport the audience through a collection of timeless songs from these legendary artists, each performance evoking deep memories and emotions. With a 14-piece Mariachi accompanied by a 10-piece Symphony Orchestra, the show promises to be an emotional celebration of Mexico's musical heritage. Mariachi Champaña Nevin, who has been performing together internationally for the past five years, will bring the sounds of Mexico to life in a unique and breathtaking way. This will be the group’s first performance in San Diego this year. Producer and promoter Javier Lugo, who grew up listening to the music of Fernández, Gabriel, and Dúrcal, has big plans to take this tribute on the road to share their unforgettable legacy with even more audiences. Mariachi Champaña Nevin’s repertoire, which includes original compositions by Jeff Nevin and stunning arrangements of classic mariachi music, will be a fitting tribute to these beloved icons Tickets Available Now

Founded in 2014 by the husband-and-wife duo Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, The War And Treaty has emerged as one of the most electrifying new acts in American music. On their new album "Plus One," "The War And Treaty" double down on the powerful sense of togetherness that’s always fueled their music, offering up 18 life-affirming songs aimed at providing a shared experience of hope and healing and much-needed joy. The War And Treaty on Facebook / Instagram

Join bestselling author Anne Lamott and writer-spiritual coach Neal Allen for an inspiring and entertaining evening that will change the way you think about language. Based on their new book "In Good Writing," this dynamic onstage presentation offers 36 powerful techniques for transforming worthy sentences into unforgettable ones. ArtPower at UC San Diego on Facebook / Instagram