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Volunteers needed on Stewardship Saturday—a weekly opportunity to help restore and care for the historic montane forests of Volcan Mountain. Join our reforestation team for a full day on the mountain as we plant the next generation of trees. Volunteers will help establish coulter pine, bigcone Douglas-fir, and incense cedar across priority restoration sites. The day begins at 8 a.m. at VMF's Sky Island basecamp with coffee, a short orientation, and hands-on training in silviculture best practices. We’ll introduce the landscape, explain how planting locations are selected, and share how volunteers contribute to our broader restoration strategy. For those interested, optional sessions will also explore place-based decision-making, field data entry, adaptive management, and long-term monitoring. After orientation, volunteers will form small planting crews and head into the field to begin hard, fun work on the mountain! Planting will wrap up around 2:30 p.m. (earlier departures are always fine). Afterwards, we’ll gather just 10 minutes down Wynola Road for an informal Happy Hour at Calico Cidery, an organic orchard-based taproom serving natural wine, farm-style cider, and local non-alcoholic beverages. Whether you’re a seasoned planter or brand new to restoration work, we’d love to have you join us as we rebuild this forest together. MUST REGISTER: www.VolcanMt.org/4-4-26-Tree-Planting Date: Saturday, April 4 Time: 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Meeting Location: VMF’s Volcan Mountain Nature Center, Julian, CA Volcan Mountain Foundation on 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

Just in Time for Foster Youth (JIT) will host the “Igniting Hope, Building CommUNITY Family & Friends Festival" on Saturday, May 2, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Liberty Station Central Promenade (2641 Truxtun Rd, San Diego, CA 92106). In recognition of Foster Care Awareness Month, the free, community-centered event will bring together nonprofit organizations, community leaders, volunteers, and young people looking for a path to success for an afternoon of connection, celebration, and collaboration. Moving beyond a traditional resource fair, the festival is designed as an immersive experience that strengthens connections across people and services. It focuses on building a more coordinated and accessible support system for transition-age foster youth and other underserved populations. The event will bring together hundreds of young people seeking pathways to stability, alongside community leaders, families, and friends working to build meaningful relationships and advance a more connected, solutions-based model of support. Attendees from the broader community will also have the opportunity to connect with organizations, explore volunteer opportunities, and learn how to get involved in supporting local youth. The event will feature approximately 40 participating organizations offering resources across a wide range of services, including housing, education, job training, mental health support, financial literacy, and health services. Participating organizations will engage directly with attendees, showcase their impact, and connect with other peer organizations to identify gaps they can address together, helping to build stronger, more collaborative partnerships. Attendees can expect a lively, family-friendly atmosphere with live entertainment, interactive experiences, and local food. The event will feature a performance by San Diego-based artist Divina Jasso, along with entertainment from magician The Amazing Dana. Guests can also participate in yoga sessions, enjoy an open-air glam booth, and hear directly from two JIT youth speakers sharing their personal stories. A lineup of local food trucks, including Dirty Birds, Born in Brooklyn, Dilly’s Ice Cream, and Juicy Shawarma, will be on-site throughout the event. More than just a one-day event, “Igniting Hope, Building CommUNITY” represents a broader shift toward collaboration in the nonprofit sector, bringing organizations together to better serve individuals who need a reliable, connected network of support. Participating organizations include: Promises2Kids Youth Assistance Coalition Urban Street Angels YMCA Doors of Change Home Start California Youth Connection Our Arts Community Resource Center Kitchens for Good United 4 Youth And more! The festival is made possible through the support of key sponsors including San Diego Foundation, SDG&E, U.S. Bank, Kiwanis Club of San Diego, and the Foster Youth Transitions Collaborative. This event is free and open to the public. For more information or to register please visit https://jitfosteryouth.org/hope-festival/. About Just in Time for Foster Youth Just in Time for Foster Youth (JIT) is a nonprofit that serves young people out of the foster care system after age 18 who leave without a safety net or a family to assist with their transition to adulthood. JIT provides a community of support to help these young adults stay on the path to self-sufficiency. Serving nearly 3,000 youth annually, JIT is focused on Leading Change in the areas of stable housing, essential education, meaningful employment, financial security, reliable transportation, positive connections, confidence, and well-being. For more information, visit www.jitfosteryouth.org. Just in Time for Foster Youth on Facebook / Instagram

The landscape is shifting. Are you leading the change or catching up? The Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate invites you to our 30th Annual Real Estate Conference, "Adapting to Structural Shifts Transforming Real Estate," for an inside look at the forces reshaping our industry. Hear from Spencer Levy, senior economic advisor and host of CBRE’s "The Weekly Take," as he shares insights drawn from conversations with hundreds of the world’s largest real estate owners and occupiers. Framed through the reinvention and adaptability of musicians, his presentation delivers a forward-looking view of the economy and commercial real estate, blending macro forecasts with sector insights to challenge practitioners to embrace change and position for opportunity in 2026 and beyond. Building on that forward-looking momentum, we will dive into an important and detailed discussion about how artificial intelligence is shaping strategy and changing all aspects of real estate operations. Learn to be an agent of change, not a victim of it. Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate on LinkedIn

County leaders said the recommended budget is balanced, and required thoughtful choices due to uncertain funding from the state and federal government. Those sources account for nearly half of the county's funding.

Artists and organizers NPR spoke with say they don't expect to see any immediate changes in the live music industry following the Live Nation decision — but they see this is a first step in the right direction.

Featuring the rarest of voice types, contralto and countertenor, we are diving deep and soaring high! Performing arias and duets from Puccini and Strauss to Rinaldo and Handel - don't miss these world-class local artists. Bodhi Tree Concerts: Website / Instagram

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities’ (HACU) 40th Annual Conference provides a unique forum for showcasing the best and most promising practices in higher education and at Hispanic-Serving Institutions. The three-day annual national event, under the theme “40 Years of Championing Higher Education Success: One Graduate at a Time,” features keynote speakers, discussion panels, an international plenary and a Town Hall. Pre-conference events focus on topics such as higher education leadership, PreK-12 collaborations, and special issues of interest for deans and senior administrators. In conjunction with the conference, HACU’s ¡Adelante! Leadership Institute offers a student track for undergraduates with workshops focused on career and leadership development. The conference draws attendees from across the United States, Puerto Rico, Latin America and Spain. Participants include presidents and CEOs, trustees, administrators, faculty, staff and students from national colleges and universities. Discounts are available for HACU members. Group discounts are available when registering five or more individuals in a single transaction. For sponsorship/partnership and advertising opportunities, please contact development@hacu.net. Visit: HACU 40th Annual Conference HACU News on Instagram

Spring into Action: Support Canyon Crest Academy's Red Cross Club First Ever Blood Drive This spring, the students of Canyon Crest Academy’s Red Cross Club have been volunteering in the area, and they need your help! On Monday, April 27, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 334 14th St Del Mar, Calif. 92014, the club will host its first-ever blood drive, bringing their energy, creativity, and big hearts to support patients in need. This group of 50 club members have already made a remarkable impact this year: collecting over 400+ toiletry donations with Torrey Pines Red Cross, raising more than $450 for National Red Cross funding, and creating hundreds of handmade cards for local veterans. Now, they’re taking their contributions one step further, organizing a blood drive to help ensure trauma victims, surgery patients, and those battling cancer or sickle cell disease have lifesaving blood available. Why Your Donation Matters: Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. By donating, you’ll help save lives, and encourage these hardworking students in their mission to give back. Each donation is able to save up to 3 lives, and around 40 donors are required to raise an ample amount of blood. How to Participate: Register online at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=stpetersdelmar to donate! Complete a RapidPass® online health history questionnaire to save time at check-in Bring a blood donor card, driver’s license, or two other forms of ID Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. Benefits for Donors: $15 E-Gift Card of your choosing Snacks and a spring-themed surprise treat These students have spent the season planning every detail of this drive, hoping to inspire their community and give the gift of life. Roll up your sleeves, celebrate the season of renewal, and join Canyon Crest Academy’s Red Cross Club this April 27 at St. Peter's Church Del Mar to make a difference this Spring.

With months-long consulate and embassy delays being reported, the two tech companies say staying put in the U.S. right now could prevent workers from getting stranded in their home countries.