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Join wine whiz Barbara Baxter, who trained at Francis Ford Coppola Winery in Napa and studied in Italy and France, on a delightful romp through cultural history paired with harmonious wines. The Art of Wine will focus on three iconic winemaking regions which also emerged as cultural epicenters throughout history: the city of Rome, pairing outstanding Italian wines with architecture from the classical epoch; wines of Provence paired with the Impressionist artists; and the arrival of both the wine world and art world in innovative postwar Southern California. An entertaining dive: culture and viniculture! Light refreshments will be provided. March 13: Art of Wine and Eternal Rome Savor the Eternal City’s history and culture paired with Italian wines. We hear tales of good and evil set among Rome’s monuments, fountains, aqueducts, and sculpture—heroes and villains paired with vino Italiano. March 20: Provence & Impressionism Light and love are served up in the art and wines of Southern France. Rounded and golden, soft and opulent—are we talking about wines from Provence or Impressionist art? We will explore this rewarding land and its culture. March 27: Southern California Southern California’s outrageous and fun art scene exploded in the postwar years parallel with California’s wine-world arrival. Join us for a dive into the era when Southern California art and wine became oh so cool. About Barbara Baxter Barbara Baxter studied wine academically at the Sorbonne in Paris and has continued her inquiry into the heritage of wine for more than a decade. She created visitor education programs for Francis Ford Coppolaʼs Rubicon Estate and has worked for Napa Valleyʼs most prestigious wineries: Sterling Vineyards and Opus One. She is the editor of Planet Wine and has also made wine in Napa Valley. Baxter has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, has lectured at major museums and universities in California, including the Getty Malibu, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Athenaeum Arts & Music Library, UC Berkeley, UC San Diego, Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center in Orange County, and The Huntington. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/baxter-25-series Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Enhance Your Spiritual Evolution! Crystal gemstones and candles have been used for centuries for their beauty, mystery and metaphysical properties. They radiate their own aura and spiritual power and can greatly enhance the practice of meditation and prayer. Celebrating the 25th anniversary edition of "Change Your Aura, Change Your Life", join Dimitri in this interactive, comprehensive exploration of the transformative power of crystals and candles. Learn how these two essential tools can strengthen your aura field and boost the effectiveness of your spiritual light work and life. Discover: Nine types of crystals and their spiritual properties. New ways to use candles for prayer work, healing and spiritual transformation. How to include crystals and candles to enhance your meditation practice. Specific situations to apply crystals and candles including, strengthening relationships, healing physical, mental and emotional conditions, increasing prosperity flow, helping to resolve challenges and conflicts. You will be meditating with crystals in this workshop! Dimitri Moraitis is cofounder and executive director of the renowned Spiritual Arts Institute. An accomplished metaphysical teacher, Dimitri lectures across the country, appeares on numerous radio shows, and leads workshops and training classes offered at the Institute. With co-founder Barbara Y. Martin, Dimitri is co-author of Communing with the Divine, Karma and Reincarnation, the highly acclaimed The Healing Power of Your Aura, Heaven and Your Spiritual Evolution and the 25th anniversary edition of the international bestseller Change Your Aura, Change Your Life. Visit: Meditating with Crystals and Candles Spiritual Arts Institute on Instagram and Facebook

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Celebrate an annual Mother’s Day tradition on Sunday, May 11, when the Coronado Historical Association will once again host the Coronado Historic Home Tour. Featuring exquisite local homes, this event is a highly anticipated yearly feature for Mother’s Day celebrations. While admiring the architectural features, interior designs, and charming gardens of these lovely homes, you’ll learn more about their colorful history and life in Coronado. Tickets can be purchased online at www.coronadohistory.org Coronado Historical Association on Facebook

Experience Divine Light healing, performed in a supportive group setting, as you are guided through a highly effective technique to receive spiritual energy to heal and transform your life. Whether you are seeking physical, mental or emotional transformation, Divine Light healing is a full-spectrum aura therapy. Each month, we will offer insights into the spiritual healing principles with the aura and Divine Light. Participants will be organized into small groups and receive a direct Divine Light healing from our trained spiritual healers. Plus, there is a special healing offered on the nervous system to release stress and tension. The aura is key to healing, because it is the place where you generate the spiritual energy to manifest health. Drawing on a 4,000 year mystical tradition, these techniques were developed by Barbara Y. Martin and Dimitri Moraitis and built on the clairvoyant experiences of Barbara over five decades. They are taught in their award-winning book The Healing Power of Your Aura which has been endorsed by medical luminaries C. Norman Shealy and Dr. Richard Gerber. “Spiritual energy is the single biggest key to building and sustaining health, because it connects you to your source of health.” Barbara Martin & Dimitri Moraitis – The Healing Power of Your Aura The SAI Faculty come from diverse backgrounds, yet have a common goal to share with others the metaphysical wisdom offered at the Institute. Teaching certification requires a minimum of seven years or more of practice and study. They have been trained by the Institute’s founders and are continuing their advanced studies at SAI to further their spiritual growth and service. Learn how to Meditate with Divine Light to Accelerate Your Spiritual Growth with the "Change Your Aura Change Your Life" course Visit: Divine Light Healing Night Spiritual Arts Institute on Instagram and Facebook

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The German Theater Group San Diego Debuts its 6th annual theater production with the Cabaret “Lach Mal Wieder 2025” or “ Let’s Laugh Again 2025”, featuring witty skits and music about relationships and the chance to play along in Act II, with some adult content.The German Theater Group San Diego debuts its 6th annual theater production with the Cabaret “Lach Mal Wieder 2025” or “ Let’s Laugh Again 2025”! directed by Ms. Astrid Ronke, on April 26 and 27, 2025 at the German American Societies of San Diego, located at 1017 South Mollison Avenue, El Cajon, in San Diego. The 6th German Cabaret explores features in our society and daily life with humor, irony, and satire -- and remembers some popular German artists.“Lach Mal Wieder 2025” is performed in German with a summary of acts and announcements translated in English. The event is sponsored by the German American Chamber of Commerce California, The House of Germany at Balboa Park, The Kindermission Preschools, The German American School Association, Oracle, Property Advantage, and several smaller private donors. The theater productions promulgate German culture, awareness, and entertainment for the Southern California community. An al fresco reception will take place one hour before the show with the Lach Mal Wieder 2025 cabaret theater program commencing on Saturday, April 26 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, April 27 at 2 p.m.Free parking options are available in the theater parking lot (Home of the Oktoberfest) and street. Admission tickets based on limited availability: General Admission: $20 Saturday (*GAS members - $3 discount) $18 Sunday (*GAS members - $3 discount) Student/Youth/Military with your valid ID: $12 (each person) Purchase at the door: $25 (limited availability) Note: Limited seats available. The German Theater Group San Diego on Facebook

Less than 18% of all Californians earned enough income to support the purchase of an $865,440 median-priced home in 2024, down from 19% the previous year, the California Association of Realtors announced Thursday.

Step into The Library, an intimate speakeasy where Study Hall transforms spirit education into an art form. Designed for both curious newcomers and seasoned connoisseurs, this immersive experience invites guests to sip, savor, and explore the craft of fine spirits under the guidance of industry experts. October 7 will feature a Día De Los Muertos agave tasting. $95/person (excludes tax & gratuity). Tickets available for purchase on OpenTable. Fairmont Grand Hotel Del Mar on Facebook / Instagram