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The Second Annual Easter Egg Hunt hosted by the Heritage Association of San Marcos will take place on Saturday, April 8, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Juan Veramendi Plaza. The hunt, featuring plastic eggs filled with candy and raffle tickets, is designed for children ages 2-12. Prizes will be announced between 12:30-1 p.m. by the MC. Activities for children include pin the tail on the bunny, corn hole, putt-putt, arts/crafts, egg decorating, live tortoise to observe, face painting, costumed bunny for photos, and hot dogs for sale to picnic in the park. The event is free & open to public. The Heritage Association of San Marcos on Facebook

This exhibition seeks raw, psychological, primal work in any medium or form, except installations. It may include realism, abstraction or a hybrid of both. It could be obvious or unclear, fanciful or serious, conceptual or an interpretation of personal events. Does the work make sense? Doesn’t matter. This is an inclusive show. On display from Feb. 10 - March 17, 2023 Opening Reception: Feb. 11 from 4-6 p.m. Free Admission Hours: Tuesday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thursday to Saturday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Visit: http://escondidoarts.org/expressions-gallery/ About Juror American Visual Artist HOLLY ROBERTS: Holly Roberts practice is in New Mexico but exhibits her work and conducts workshops around the nation. Her work is in permanent collections of several museums in USA. She has authored several books. She uses collage and paint - often incorporating photos she has taken. A full list of her accomplishments can be found here. https://www.hollyrobertsstudio.com

The disease known as sleeping sickness is on the decline but remains a concern in Africa. Now there's a theatrical event aimed at keeping the numbers down.

The San Diego Civic Youth Orchestra proudly presents…”Spring Showcase Concert” featuring string, wind and full orchestra ensembles, each of which showcases talented young musicians who perform a variety of enjoyable music literature, including popular and classical pieces, under the direction of its professional conductors. About CYO Since 1956, we have enriched the lives of aspiring musicians, from those who are just beginning their musical experience to the most advanced, through a stair-step program designed to inspire and cultivate excellence through music and an appreciation for the arts. Our program offers small and large ensemble training for musicians aged 5 to 22, led by professional staff, master classes, workshops, intensive orchestral retreats, and tours. Our students have gone on to pursue successful careers as solo performers, symphony orchestra members, composers, music educators, and members of the music entertainment industry. Tuition covers only a portion of the total cost of our overall program. Generous parent and community support for the Civic Youth Orchestra, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, help us continue our goal of providing our students the best possible music education. Civic Youth Orchestra on Facebook / Instagram

"Leo and the Magic Jacket" is a new puppet show in Balboa Park, recognizing the lives of people on the autism spectrum.

Venezuelan conductor Andrés González takes us on a sonic journey across the Americas. In this program, which features the string section of the San Diego Symphony, you’ll hear some of the most iconic composers from Venezuela, Mexico and the United States. Folk melodies from Latin America and the United States bring these works together – from Jessie Montgomery’s delightful opener "Strum" to Juan Ramírez’s dance-like "Suite Latina." El conductor venezolano, Andrés Gonzalez nos llevara a un viaje mágico por las Américas. En este programa, que nos introduce los instrumentos de cuerdas de la sinfónica de San Diego, usted escuchara algunos de los compositores más icónicos de Venezuela, México y los Estados Unidos. Latino América y los Estados Unidos se unirán por medio de sus melodías folclóricas. - de Jessie Montgomery's encantadora apertura Strum a la dansa de Juan Ramirez - como Suite Latina. Visit: https://www.sandiegosymphony.org/performances/music-connects-in-san-ysidro/ Sycuan Resort & Casino is the Lead Sponsor of Music Connects, which is also proudly sponsored by Mission Federal Credit Union. Additional support is provided by San Diego County District 8 and The FRONT Arte & Cultura. Related events:

Michigan was the last state to criminally ban using a paid surrogate to have a child. Now that will change under a law signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Monday.

It's always smart to keep your guard up online, especially on April Fools' Day. Experts in misinformation and news literacy offer steps you can take to avoid getting fooled.

It may look like there’s a lot of construction underway in San Diego, but the city is way below the estimated 13,500 new housing units a year needed to keep up with the population. Then, the Pentagon is finishing a review of its policies regarding suicide. Though the number of military suicides declined slightly last year, it remains a major problem. Military leaders are trying to address it in a number of new ways. And finally, for our weekend preview, we have music made with machines, new visual art and an indie band celebrating two great albums.

American Me Comedy Tour presents a special One-Nite Comedy Benefit for local Nonprofit Shelter to Soldier. Stand-Up in support, November 8, at the historic La Jolla Comedy Store. Produced by Jason Rogers and Stefani Von Huben. Jason Rogers and Stefani N. Von Huben are bringing together a hilarious line-up of comics including: Host Jason Rogers, Topp Fliight, San Diego local favorite: James P. Connolly, Ben Smith, Madison Bakich and Sam Swank. It's going to be a fun night of comedy for a cause as we Stand-Up in support of Shelter to Soldier. Proceeds from tickets sales will be donated to Shelter To Soldier: a San Diego 501c3 nonprofit organization that adopts dogs from local shelters and trains them to become psychiatric service dogs for post-9/11 veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and/or Military Sexual Trauma (MST). The program also places emotional support animals (ESAs) with active duty military and veterans, and deploys the Shelter to Soldier Canine Ambassadors, a team of certified therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers, to provide no-cost visits of love and comfort to local military, veterans and their families. Come share this special one-nite comedy benefit in support of Shelter to Soldier dogs and veterans! With your support, we can make an impact on our San Diego community and help save lives, Two At A Time! For more information visit: showclix.com