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American Luminaries: "Embers and Echoes" Embark on a breathtaking musical journey with a program that soars to new heights and explores the depths of human emotion. American Luminaries highlights the prominence of American composers (Brian Balmages and Elaine Hagenberg) featured in the concert, showcasing their contributions to modern classical music. Brian Balmages’ "On Top of the World" sets the stage with its uplifting energy and cinematic grandeur, capturing the exhilaration of reaching new peaks. Elaine Hagenberg’s "Illuminare" follows, a radiant choral masterpiece that shimmers with warmth and transcendent beauty. The evening culminates with Dvořák’s New World Symphony, a sweeping and soulful work filled with poignant melodies and stirring grandeur, evoking a sense of adventure, longing, and boundless possibility. Embers and Echoes evokes imagery of warmth, light, and resonance. "Embers" represents the glow of hope and inspiration found in Hagenberg's Illuminare and Balmages' On Top of the World. "Echoes" symbolizes the lasting impact of Dvořák's New World Symphony, as its themes continue to resonate with audiences globally. Get Tickets

Kids explore sculpture through fun craft mediums! Monday through Friday June 9 – 13 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Ages 7-12 years welcome! This week of Summer Camp is all about sculpting with a variety of fun traditional materials & mediums! Kids will explore sculpture through planning, designing and creating: masks with paper maché, wooden sculptures, tiny pottery with ceramic wheel throwing, clay handbuilding and more! It’s a fun week of hands-on learning focusing on three-dimensional design with creativity and skill-building with a variety of instructor-artists at the Craft Collective Studio! This camp is recommended for kids ages 7-12 years. OPTIONAL | Lunch Hour Supervision If there is a camp ending as ours begins and you need your child transferred from another camp, let us know! If your child is signed up for morning and afternoon camps here at The Maac at Liberty Station (the building San Diego Craft Collective is located in–Dorothy Laub Music & Arts Center), we’re here to provide that space for your them. Apt4Music will be supervising kids for outdoor play and lunchtime from 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. The purchase of the Camp Lunch Hour is for supervision only during this hour. It’s a flat $25 fee for the entire camp, Monday through Friday. Click here to read more & add the lunch break. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. Visit: Kids Design & Sculpture Summer Camp San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Kids explore cooking & crafts! Choose from the following dates: Mon-Fri, June 2 – 6 -or- July 7 – 11, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Ages 7-12 years welcome! This week of Summer Camp is all about cooking with farm-to-table ingredients and an equal mix of fun, traditional handmaking & crafting! Is your child curious about where their food comes from? Does your child love to make crafts? This summer, open their world to exploring the bounty of local, colorful ingredients and how those foods got from the ground to our plates with local culinary arts instructors from Sticky Fingers Cooking. Did your child know that carrots can improve your eyesight, and cherries can help improve your memory? Young chefs will also learn what makes certain ingredients super healthy for the body and how delicious they can taste, while practicing basic cooking skills and techniques on their way to becoming super chefs! Read more below for specific week itineraries! When kids aren’t in the kitchen-classroom, they’ll be learning to craft using traditional materials with San Diego Craft Collective instructors with a variety of fun projects! June 2 – 6 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.: Global Tastebuds July 7 – 11 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.: Baking Boot Camp • Military, first responders and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • If this camp is full, join the Interest List to be notified. Visit: Kids Craft & Cooking Summer Camp San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Alzheimer’s–It’s one of the most serious health crises we face. At Sanford Burnham Prebys, our researchers are dedicated to uncovering the biological mechanisms of aging and how they contribute to the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. By advancing our understanding of these complex processes, we aim to open new doors for prevention and treatment. To share these critical insights, we are hosting a special panel conversation on Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease for the San Diego community. This event will explore the latest research on the link between aging and Alzheimer’s, highlighting an ongoing research collaboration. We’ll discuss how our cutting-edge discoveries—guided by clinical practice—are shaping the future of Alzheimer’s research and how patients may ultimately benefit from these advancements. Join us for an informative evening exploring the connection between aging and Alzheimer’s disease. The event will feature a panel discussion with experts in the field, followed by an audience Q&A and a reception. We’re also pleased to welcome Muffy Walker, who will share a brief overview of her book, with a book signing to follow. Visit: A Conversation About: Aging and Alzheimer's Disease Sanford Burnham Prebys on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for a special evening in the gardens as we celebrate 15 years of growth, connection, and impact at Olivewood Gardens! Sip on Olivewood-inspired cocktails and drinks crafted by local purveyors while indulging in delicious appetizers prepared by San Diego’s top chefs. Meet our talented Olivewood student interns and Kitchenistas®, who will showcase their culinary expertise with garden-inspired bites. Explore the garden with hands-on activities, participate in a silent auction featuring unique experiences and gifts, and enjoy a seated dessert and live auction by the historic Noyes House. The night will close with live music under the stars. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of community and impact! Visit: 2025 Seedling Soirée Olivewood Gardens on Instagram and Facebook

On April 20, join Rancho Valencia in celebration of the Easter holiday with an array of delicious brunch and lunch offerings, among the resort’s beautiful outdoor setting. From 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. enjoy a decadent all-day buffet featuring the resort's legendary raw bar, spring salads and carving stations, before visiting the dessert bar laden with sweet goodies. While the adults enjoy a crisp bellini, kids will have a blast with Easter-themed crafts on the lawn, visit the petting zoo or join the Easter egg hunt open to children of all ages (12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.). Reservations can be made by calling 858-759-6246. Menu priced at $235 for adults / $95 for children 11 and under / Kids under 3 complimentary. Visit: Easter Sunday at Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa on Instagram and Facebook

Ready, Set, Action! The TERI Players are back on screen with 4 new original short films to delight and inspire you. Come check out this one of a kind movie premier and stick around for a special awards presentation after the screening! Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/short-film-showcase TERI Campus of Life on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for Walk with a Doc – a free community walking program! Each event is led by a local healthcare provider and is open to people of all ages and abilities. The program allows participants to safely take a walk, learn about current health topics, and meet new people. We hope to see you at our next walk! Take a Step Toward Better Health at Walk with a Doc WALK: Walking is one of the best things you can do for both your physical and mental health! At each event, you’ll have the opportunity to walk at a pace and distance that you’re comfortable with. LEARN ABOUT HEALTH: Each event starts with a brief discussion on a health topic from a local physician, healthcare provider, or medical student. You’ll also have the opportunity to chat with the leader and ask questions during the walk. MEET NEW PEOPLE: Research shows that socializing with others is extremely important for our health. Bring a friend or meet a new friend at the walks. For over 50 years, TrueCare has remained steadfast in its commitment to patients, their families, and its communities. As a nonprofit community health center, TrueCare is dedicated to delivering a superior and compassionate healthcare experience to nearly 70,000 patients every year, reducing barriers and increasing accessibility to quality care.  TrueCare serves its communities in San Diego and Riverside Counties through its 23 health centers and WIC offices, providing primary care, pediatric, women's health, behavioral health, dental, chiropractic, acupuncture, podiatry, and cardiology services to everyone, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. In addition, TrueCare offers many other programs such as mobile services, transportation to clinic appointments, insurance enrollment assistance, weekly food distributions, and nutrition guidance. Visit: 'Walk with a Doc' powered by TrueCare TrueCare on Instagram and Facebook

A vibrant and joyous Easter Celebration at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch, to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Start your Easter morning with live music, and an inspiring message of hope and renewal for your heart. On Easter Sunday, we will gather and raise our voices in worship; it’s a beautiful glimpse of the newness of life that we walk in in the risen Christ and just a really sweet time together. Date & Time: Sunday, April 20th at 6:30 a.m. Highlights: - Live worship music - Complimentary coffee and tea - God's Word and resurrection message preached - Fellowship with the body of Christ - Complimentary hearty breakfast (while supplies last) - Special Easter gift for you at our welcome table Admission: Free for all! Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to share in the joy of Easter morning. Guests will enjoy live music, a message of hope and renewal, a beautiful setting complete with blooming ranunculus, and free breakfast (while supplies last). Past years have brought a crowd of up to 1500 people. Admission to the service is free. The Fields started in 2003 as a small group meeting at the beach in Carlsbad. The church has continued to grow and meets every Sunday, with services at 8:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. at 2265 Camino Vida Roble, Carlsbad, and during the week in small groups throughout North County. The Fields is "a church without walls," and finds its vision from John 4:35, “Open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest." Visit: https://thefieldschurch.org/easter/ The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch on Instagram and Facebook

Free concert featuring First Church of San Diego’s Chancel Choir and the Masterwork Chorale: Enjoy a new transcription of Giuseppe Verdi's Requiem that sharpens focus on the choir voices supported by pipe organ and select percussion instruments! As an extra bonus, this concert will be available in person and livestream (livestream link will be available on our website as we get closer to the big event). About The Cultural Events Music Series: First United Methodist Church of San Diego’s cultural event music series brings a mix of classic and folk music to the Mission Valley neighborhood of San Diego. These free concerts take place throughout the year and are made possible through the support of generous donors. Visit: https://www.fumcsd.org/ First Church San Diego on Instagram and Facebook