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Kick off the Grand Weekend with a special best-of-the-best edition of the Grand Decant to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the San Diego Food + Wine Festival. Global wine and spirits producers break out their best bottles in a limited release tasting of their most award winning or highly coveted products. Taste some of the best wines produced in the world from distinguished wine regions like Paso Robles, Napa Valley, Sonoma County, Lodi, Temecula, San Diego, Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico, Spain, Argentina, France, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Portugal, and many more! Culinary power houses from near and far host the Best Bites Ever with 15+ perfectly crafted stations. Plus, attendees will receive a bonus video with interviews from some of today’s most coveted winemakers and distillers discussing the magic and passion that goes in to making the world’s best beverages. Grand(est) Decant Lux Worried you won’t have enough time for all that awesome? Consider a Grand Decant LUX ticket, which not only allows you early entry – 5:00 instead of 6:00 PM – but gives you access to a series of exclusive upgrades deliberately curated for the ultimate VIP experience, including a grower champagne and bubble bar. This exclusive experience is limited to only 50 guests and sells out every year. Our Best Year Ever With more than 300 brands participating over the course of the week, the 2024 San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival is destined to be the biggest and most spectacular in our 20 year history. Attire: Sophisticated Casual For more information visit: sandiegowineclassic.com Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Prepare for a night of sonic exploration as King Buzzo, the legendary frontman of the Melvins, takes the stage in San Diego. Known for his distinctive guitar playing and commanding stage presence, King Buzzo delivers a mesmerizing performance that pushes the boundaries of rock music. With a career spanning decades, he has cemented his status as a true icon of the alternative music scene. Expect a setlist that spans his illustrious career, from early Melvins classics to his solo material, showcasing his versatility as a musician and songwriter. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to his music, King Buzzo's live show promises to be an electrifying experience that leaves a lasting impression. For more information visit: casbahmusic.com

Join the San Diego Fixit Clinic community event at the La Mesa Branch Library on June 15, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pacific. First come, first serve! Learn how to: • Fix broken appliances and gadgets • Repair road and mountain bikes • Mend your favorite outfit For more information visit: sdfixitclinic.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Please join the Women's Museum of California, San Diego Woman's Club, and San Diego Oasis for a special book talk featuring author Michelle Candland. Michelle will share her experiences of overcoming obstacles with grace and will provide a free copy of her book, “Common Threads, How Women Weave Tribulation into Triumph” to each attendee.

Join the San Diego Fixit Clinic in the City of Carlsbad on June 8, 2024! Bring your beloved broken items and gardening tools for a special fixit event! Coaches are ready to help repair your stuff between 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. The UCCE Master Gardeners of San Diego County will be sharing how to care your tools and offering a free cleaning and sharpening up to the first 35 attendees at no charge. Learn how to: • Mend your favorite outfit • Repair road and mountain bikes • Fix lighting, gadgets, and small appliances Space is limited for this free event. First come, first served. RSVP today. The UCCE Master Gardeners of San Diego County will be cleaning and sharpening one pruner or lopper for each attendee up to the first 35 at no charge. Pruners or loppers must be in good condition. Learn more: library.carlsbadca.gov Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

The San Diego French Film Festival, presented by the Alliance Française San Diego, is back for its fourth edition from June 2nd to June 5th, with a glamorous opening ceremony on June 2nd at the high-end movie theater THE LOT in the heart of La Jolla, followed by the “Festival days”, three days of screenings at the Reading Cinemas Town Square in Clairemont. The SDFFF is an opportunity for the San Diego francophone community to come together to celebrate the richness and diversity of the French language, culture, and gastronomy, and to experience the magic of cinema in all its glory. Monday, June 3rd, will be dedicated to the ocean, a central element in San Diego's lifestyle, featuring two environmental documentaries. “Humanatee”, (2023) a short film produced by Planet Froth Productions, and the feature documentary “Oceans” (2009) directed by Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud, co-produced by Galatee Films. The screenings will be followed by a panel discussion moderated by Clay Epstein, President of Film Mode Entertainment, alongside Oscar winning producer Antoine de Cazotte, co producer at Galatee Films of the movie Oceans, Ricky Rhodes (writer/director) & Jordan Henderson (producer/creative director) from Planet Froth Productions producers of Humanatee. Scientists Arnaud Le Boyer, Physical Oceanographer and Julie Dinasquet, Marine Biology Oceanographer will bring their expertise to the discussion. On Tuesday, June 4th, the evening will commence with the screening of the short film "Monochrome" (2023), directed by Cédric Prévost. This will be followed by the feature film "Omar la Fraise" (2023), directed by Elias Belkeddar, starring Reda Kateb and Benoît Magimel. The festival will draw to a close on June 5th, featuring the short film "Riad" (2023), directed by Yann Verburgh, and the feature film "Marinette" (2023). Following the screenings, there will be a casual gathering to conclude the festival on a convivial note. Sponsors of the event include The LOT, Lycee Français de San Diego, Travelbootik, events.com, Film Mode Entertainment, San Diego French American School, Jonville Team, Jonathan Le Salon, Ingrid Pasco, Unifrance, Arif Law Offices, Clotilde French Book Store, Desserts by Clement, Diane Hamacher Photography, Française For more information visit: afsandiego.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Point Loma Church has the exciting opportunity to host the Presbyterian Older Adult Ministry Network (POAMN) Conference at the end of the month! The Conference will consider the new face of aging, transformative approaches to older adult ministry. POAMN is a national organization that provides training, resources, and support to faith organizations with senior adult programs. The conference is open to anyone who is involved in senior programming, including community leaders, directors, and senior adults who just want to learn more. Open to everyone! For more information visit: poamn.org Stay Connected on Facebook

Welcome to Le Salon De Musiques — a concert experience unlike any other. You will feel the essence of chamber music. Up-close seating allows you to enjoy music the way it was meant to be shared. Following the concert, meet the artists and fellow concertgoers while savoring a high tea buffet catered by The French Gourmet. It’s an afternoon you will not soon forget, an experience that will enrich your life unlike any other form of entertainment. After 11 years in Los Angeles, we’re providing this unique experience to San Diegans, at the La Jolla Woman's Club. Season Finale: Sunday June 2, 2024, at 4 P.M. (Including high tea buffet after the performance) Program: Introduced by musicologist Kristi Brown-Montesano - F. Chopin: Polonaise Brillante in C Major Op 3 for Cello & Piano - A. Foote: Piano Trio No.1 in C Minor Op 5 "us Premiere" - A. Dvorak: Piano Trio No.4 in E Minor Op 90 B 166 "dumky" Performed by: The Darshan Trio: Vijay Gupta, Violin, Yoshika Masuda, Cello, Dominic Celli, Piano For more information visit: lesalondemusiques.com

Santa Ana winds will cut through parts of our region in the coming days. Now the National Weather Service is issuing a fire weather watch for parts of San Diego County this Wednesday and Thursday.

The San Diego French Film Festival, presented by the Alliance Française San Diego, is back for its fourth edition from June 2nd to June 5th, with a glamorous opening ceremony on June 2nd at the high-end movie theater THE LOT in the heart of La Jolla, followed by the “Festival days”, three days of screenings at the Reading Cinemas Town Square in Clairemont. The SDFFF is an opportunity for the San Diego francophone community to come together to celebrate the richness and diversity of the French language, culture, and gastronomy, and to experience the magic of cinema in all its glory. Four days to celebrate francophone cinema The movie selection includes award winning short and feature films with a rich mix of history, adventure, biopic and environmental documentaries. The festival will kick off with a red-carpet opening ceremony on Sunday, June 2nd, at THE LOT. Attendees are invited to enjoy the screening of the acclaimed movie “The Three Musketeers: Milady” (2023) which clinched the prestigious César award. This cinematic masterpiece, co-produced by France, Germany, Belgium, and Spain, is directed by Martin Bourboulon and boasts a stellar cast including Eva Green, François Civil, Vincent Cassel, Pio Marmaï, and Romain Duris. Serving as the eagerly anticipated second installment of the epic saga, adapted from Alexandre Dumas' timeless novel, it follows "The Three Musketeers: D'Artagnan" (2023) (which will be shown as a pre festival event on May 3rd). Preceding the main feature, attendees will be treated to the short film “Au Revoir Belmondo”, (2023) directed by Lisa Kohn who will attend the event. This tender tribute celebrates the illustrious French icon Jean-Paul Belmondo, promising to captivate cinephiles and fans alike with its heartfelt homage shot in Paris. Throughout the event, guests will have the opportunity to step onto the red carpet and capture memorable moments with our team of photographers, overseen by Diane Hamacher Photography, who graciously returns to cover and sponsor the event once again. After the screening, attendees are welcomed to a soirée featuring distinguished guests from the film industry, along with Julie Duhaut-Bedos, the General Consul of France in Los Angeles. Champagne, beverages, elegant hors d'oeuvres from The Lot, and delicious desserts crafted by the up-and-coming French pastry chef from San Diego, Clément Le Déoré, will be served. Following the soirée, guests can enjoy a lively dance party with a selection of Francophone music curated by DJ GRGTRAXX. For more information visit: afsandiego.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram