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Join us as we welcome the spring gardening season with an inspiring, hands-on, free community event at Dixieline Lumber & Home Centers! Originally planned as the San Diego Seed Swap, this newly reimagined gathering brings together gardeners of all levels to connect, learn, and get ready for a thriving season ahead. What to Expect Seed Library Experience – Browse and swap regionally adapted seeds, perfect for both beginners and seasoned gardeners, brought to you by San Diego Seed Swap. Community Swap – Bring seeds, cuttings, plants, harvests, or tools to trade (don’t forget a bag or box!). Grow at Home + True Organic Planting Station – Take home seedlings, a free 1-gallon RediRoot fabric pot, and premium peat-free potting mix while creating your own planter on-site. Connect with True Organic experts for personalized advice and enjoy a family-friendly kids’ planting area (while supplies last). Live Demos & Education – Learn best practices for soil health, planting, and organic growing Spring Gardening Inspiration – Get expert tips to kickstart your garden for the season Community Connection – Meet fellow gardeners and local experts Raffles, Giveaways & Special Offers – Enter to win prizes every 30 minutes featuring products from Dixieline and True Organic, plus enjoy exclusive event-only perks from our partners. Be the First to Experience What’s New This event also marks the official launch of True Organic’s new line of premium soils - designed to help gardeners grow stronger, healthier plants from the ground up. Spring is the most important time to set your garden up for success - and it all starts with the soil. Whether you're planting your first garden or leveling up your growing game, this event will give you the tools, knowledge, and inspiration to grow with confidence. Event is free to attend but space is limited - secure your spot today and get ready to grow!

Join Jeny Dawson of Zen Soul Balance and Dr. Nicolette of Om Kinetics at Life Time La Jolla for a deeply restorative 90-minute sound bath with ear seed acupressure. This session helps regulate the nervous system, relieve stress, support emotional balance, and promote grounding and resilience. Immerse yourself in the soothing vibrations of crystal bowls, chimes, drums, gongs, and other healing instruments. Enjoy a gentle, non-invasive ear seed acupressure technique that stimulates points on the ear connected to the nervous system and internal organs. This event is more than a personal healing journey, it's a community care experience. All proceeds will benefit Rady Children's Hospital. Open to both gym members and the general public, this beginner-friendly session requires no prior experience. Relax in the beautiful facilities at Life Time La Jolla while nurturing your mind and body. Free parking and exclusive access: guests are welcome to enjoy the showers, sauna, and steam room after the event.

This Easter Sunday, The Marine Room invites guests to indulge in a lavish three-course prix fixe brunch experience with views overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Situated along the La Jolla coastline, this iconic oceanfront dining destination offers a refined selection of appetizers, entrées, and desserts crafted from the finest, sustainably sourced seasonal ingredients, along with free-flowing sparkling wine and mimosas. Menu highlights include Peruvian Crudo with bluefin tuna and aji amarillo agua chile, West Coast Oysters with tequila mignonette and tabasco sorbet, Crab Cake Benedict with Siberian caviar beurre blanc, Steak and Eggs featuring Australian wagyu with béarnaise, Truffle Croque Madame with toasted brioche, prosciutto cotto, truffle mornay and fried egg, and more. Guests can end the meal on a sweet note with desserts such as Chocolate Ganache Tart, Apple Bomb, Crème Brûlée and Strawberry Shortcake. The Marine Room’s Easter brunch will be available on Sunday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and is priced at $150 per person and $70 for children under 12 (excluding tax and gratuity). For more information or to make a reservation, visit https://www.marineroom.com/upcoming-happenings/. The Marine Room on Facebook / Instagram

Join us at Hyatt Regency Mission Bay and immerse yourself in the tropical-like atmosphere filled with Polynesian traditions! With ticket packages beginning at $125, experience a traditional luau while enjoying a buffet of Hawaiian delights and a variety of tropical drinks. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m. Make sure to stay till the end to catch the spectacular fire dance finale.

Join us for a hands-on volunteer opportunity to explore the San Diego River Estuary and support the restoration of this sensitive and vital habitat. Volunteers will help remove invasive plants, improving conditions for native wildlife and pollinators, enhancing water quality, reducing erosion, and protecting endangered species such as the California Least Tern. Your efforts will help create a healthier, more accessible natural space for the entire community. This is a rewarding opportunity to get outside, try out field work, connect with fellow nature lovers, and make a meaningful impact on a fragile ecosystem. Tools will be provided; you’re welcome to bring your own gloves or safety glasses. Visit: https://sandiegoriver.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1211799 SD River Park Foundation on Instagram and Facebook

Starting next school year, students will have to put their phones, smartwatches and other devices in a lockable bag for the entire school day.

Get outside for River Days and join a welcoming community as we bring native plant gardens to life at our exciting new eco-park in Mission Valley! Roll up your sleeves to help plant natives, weed, water, mulch, and support our native seed library. You’ll leave knowing you helped create vital wildlife habitat and a vibrant green space for students and neighbors in the heart of our city. Whether you’re passionate about native plants and pollinator gardens, eager to learn, or simply want to make a difference alongside others, the Mission Valley Garden Club is for you. No experience needed! Stay tuned for special educational talks with native plant experts at select events. Register here: https://sandiegoriver.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1220355 The San Diego River Park Foundation on Facebook / Instagram

Last week, law enforcement said video footage from Nancy Guthrie's doorbell camera was overwritten. But the FBI has since released footage as Guthrie still has not been found.

Join us for an inspiring morning at the 4th Annual Steps Against Melanoma walk in San Diego. Take part in a 5K walk, enjoy music from a DJ, grab giveaways, and connect with others for some family-friendly fun (dogs welcome too!). This powerful community event brings together survivors, caregivers, families, and friends who have been touched by melanoma, all united by one goal: ending melanoma. Every step you take supports AIM at Melanoma’s mission and fuels critical research. AIM at Melanoma on Facebook / Instagram

Rooted Voices: Bulgaria
A Free Vocal Music Workshop with Tzvetanka Varimezova Saturday, April 18 | 2 p.m. The Cove at
First United Methodist Church of San Diego, Mission Valley Free Tickets but Reservation Required Co-presented by the San Diego Master Chorale and the Center for World Music. Rooted Voices is a collaborative series presented by San Diego Master Chorale and the Center for World Music, celebrating the power of traditional vocal music to connect us across cultures, generations, and lived experience. The first program in the series, Rooted Voices: Bulgaria, features renowned Bulgarian folksinger Tzvetanka Varimezova in an immersive workshop exploring the distinctive sound, style, and spirit of Bulgarian vocal traditions. Participants will learn directly from a master artist through listening, call-and-response singing, and shared cultural context—no prior experience required. Learn more about Tzvetanka Varimezova on our website. Center for World Music on Facebook / Instagram