BONSALL
Valentine tours at animal refuge
Wild Wonders animal refuge runs private Valentine’s Day tours, themed “Love is in the Air,” led by guides who will talk about “what animals use to entice a mate instead of chocolate and roses.” The one-hour tours are at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. Feb. 13, 14 and 15. Prices start at $205 for up to four people. Visit wildwonders.org.
CARLSBAD
Warrior Spirit 5K
The 17th Annual Warrior Spirit 5K Run/Walk & Family Festival starts with registration at 8 a.m. Feb. 7 at Poinsettia Park, 6600 Hidden Valley Road, hosted by the Mitchell Thorp Foundation, to raise money for children fighting life-threatening illnesses. Highlights include firefighters grilling hot dogs, Carlsbad High School cheerleaders, miniature therapy horses and sky jumpers. Visit https://www.mitchellthorp.org/5k-run-walk
Police discuss drones
The Carlsbad Newcomers Club will hold its Coffee Meeting Feb. 4 at the Carlsbad Senior Center. Socializing starts at 9:45 a.m., followed by the meeting at 10:15 a.m. Carlsbad police Officer Mark Wallag will talk about how drones are used by the police to keep the community safe. Visit carlsbadnewcomers.wildapricot.org.
Garden for at-risk kids topic of talk
The Carlsbad Garden Club meets from 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 6 at the Dove Library, 1775 Dove Lane. The speaker is Bob Lutticken, who will discuss the Abraxis School Garden in Poway, which was created to educate at-risk teenagers and provide them with marketable skills. Visit carlsbadgardenclub.org.
Woman’s club celebrates its long history
The Woman’s Club of Carlsbad meets at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 11 at its clubhouse, 3320 Monroe St. The group, formed in 1925, continues to celebrate its 100th anniversary as one of the oldest philanthropic social groups in Carlsbad. Social time is at 6 p.m. Prospective new members are welcome. There is no residency requirement. Visit womansclubofcarlsbad.org.
EL CAJON
Chocolate in the Americas exhibit
The Heritage of the Americas Museum puts on a Chocolate in the Americas immersive exhibit through Feb. 28 looking at the history, culture and science of chocolate from its ancient origins to modern traditions. Highlights include displays, hands-on workshops, lectures, live demonstrations and tastings. The museum is at 12110 Cuyamaca College Drive West. Tickets are $6, $4 for seniors and free for students and ages 17 and younger. Free admission every second Friday of the month. Visit heritageoftheamericasmuseum.com.
Club shows Laurel and Hardy movies
Saps at Sea, the San Diego Laurel and Hardy club, will screen several Laurel and Hardy movies from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 7 at First Lutheran Church of El Cajon, 867 S. Lincoln Ave. Films include “Me and My Pal,” “Love Business,” and “Swiss Miss.” Local musician Russ Peck will play music for “Putting Pants on Philip.” Donation is $10 per person and includes dessert. Free for children 12 and younger. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., program starts at 5 p.m. Visit facebook.com/groups/111118255744315.
Veterans sought for coalition
The city of El Cajon is looking for veterans to join its Veterans Coalition, an advisory group that addresses the needs of local veterans and their families. The coalition’s duties include advising city staff on veterans issues, selecting the annual Veteran of the Year and contributing to the maintenance of the city’s veterans memorial. The term is one year with quarterly meetings. The coalition is open to active-duty, reservists, and honorably discharged members of the U.S. Armed Forces. Deadline to apply is Feb. 6. Applications are at elcajon.gov/VeteransCoalition. For questions, call 619-441-1540.
ENCINITAS
Local Author Showcase
The Encinitas Library will put on its Local Author Showcase from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 8 in the library, 540 Cornish Drive. Attendees can meet authors of various genres and participate in activities such as an “Author Scavenger Hunt” for all ages, with a chance to win a prize. Books for children and adults will be sold. Participating authors include Scott Feld, Elle Jauffret, Wanjiru Warama, Erin Levenson, Cassi Cantrell, Diane Calkins, Meli Barrett, Dr. Edward Siegel, Caitlin Rother, Molly Moon, Siena Ward, Carrie Duquette and John Siniscal. Visit sdcl.org/locations/14.
Valentine’s Day Sock Hop
The Encinitas Lions Club will put on a Valentine’s Day Sock Hop from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Feb. 14 with a DJ spinning hits from the 1960s to 1980s in Founder’s Hall of the San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena. Highlights include a Best Costume Contest and Best Dancer from each era along with prizes. There will be a silent auction and cash giveaway. Ticket donation is $20 in advance or $25 at the door; including snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. Checks payable to Encinitas Lions Club are due by Feb. 10 and can be mailed to 714 Kings Cross Court, Cardiff, CA 92007, or pay by credit card (for a slight fee) at the door. Proceeds benefit the annual Blind Surf Event at Cardiff State Beach along with free eye screenings and glasses for low-income students in local schools and homeless community members. For questions, email ELCsockhop@gmail.com.
Kook Run
The Kook Run 10k/5k returns Feb. 8 starting at 101 E. D St. under the iconic Encinitas sign in Downtown Encinitas and goes down Coast Highway 101, with views of the ocean. The race includes a themed costume contest and Junior Kook Run for ages 3-12 during race packet pickup Feb. 7 at the Ecke YMCA along with a Finish Line Festival after the race Feb. 8 at Moonlight Plaza with live music, beer garden, breakfast tacos, local venders and games. Costume contest registration opens at 6:30 a.m. Feb. 8. Visit https://www.thekookrun.com/event-details
Rickie Byars concert at Center for Spiritual Living
The Seaside Center for Spiritual Living will host a concert at 7 p.m. Feb. 6 featuring Rickie Byars, known as the Queen of New Thought Music, at 1613 Lake Drive. Byars served as the founding choir director and music and arts director at Agape International Spiritual Center. Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 at the door. Visit seaside.breezechms.com/form/RickieByars.
Art guild puts on Heart to Art Reception
The Off Track Gallery holds a Heart to Art reception from 2 to 5 p.m. Feb. 7 featuring oil painting demonstration, glass art and sculpture display and Valentine’s Day gifts by members of the San Dieguito Art Guild. The gallery is in the Lumberyard Shopping Center, 937 S. Coast Highway 101. Visit OffTrackGallery.com.
Shelter holds animal camp for adults
The Rancho Coastal Humane Society holds its first Adult Animal Camp from 1 to 6 p.m. Feb. 7 at 389 Requeza St. for animal lovers age 18 and older. Activities that participants can choose from include puppy yoga, wineglass paint and sip, wildlife interactions, animal trivia with prizes, yappy hour and catered food. Activities range from $25-$35. Register at sdpets.org/AdultCamp.
Animal shelter recruiting foster volunteers for pets
Rancho Coastal Humane Society, 389 Requeza St., is recruiting temporary foster care volunteers, especially for the spring and summer when there are lots of kittens and puppies. The average length of stay in foster care is four to six weeks. Training is required. Call 760-753-6413 or visit sdpets.org.
ESCONDIDO
Voices of Our City Choir performs
Voices of Our City Choir will give a free community concert, Celebration of Black Joy: A Journey Through Inspirational Music, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 4, at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd., as part of the center’s First Wednesday series. The San Diego-based nonprofit choir lifts up the voices of homeless community members. Visit artcenter.org.
FALLBROOK
Music Society holds community concert
The Fallbrook Music Society hosts Lindsay Deutsch, violinist from TAKE3, and pianist Jason Stoll for a concert at 2 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Mission Theater, 231 N. Main Ave. The show includes favorites from Billy Joel, John Williams and The Beatles, among others. Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 day of show; free for age 18 and younger. Tickets are at fallbrookmusicsociety.org.
LA JOLLA
Ensemble performs Renaissance music
San Diego Early Music Society, which performs medieval, Renaissance, baroque, and early classical music, hosts The Gesualdo Six for a concert at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 3 at St. James By-The-Sea. The renowned vocal ensemble will perform French Renaissance music by composers such as Josquin des Prez and Jean L’Héritier. Tickets are $30-$60. Visit sdems.org/concert/gesualdosix.
Color it Contemporary art exhibit
The Color it Contemporary exhibit that has been attracting audiences into the La Jolla Riford Library Community Room has been extended until Feb. 27. The exhibit features the work of Grant Pecoff, Mona Ray, Sally Samins and Kelly Villasenor. Artwork is available for sale directly from the artists.
NORTH COUNTY
Music Men Chorus gives Singing Valentines
The nonprofit Music Men Chorus will deliver Singing Valentines from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Feb. 13-14 across North County. Quartets will sing two romantic songs at restaurants, businesses, community venues and homes. Delivery within a two-hour time period costs $75; 15-minute window is $100; both include a personalized card, a rose and a box of chocolates. To make a reservation, call or text 760-522-1248 or email scotthiggins1942@gmail.com. For those who want to join the men’s chorus, rehearsals are at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at San Marcos Lutheran Church, 3419 Grand Ave. Visit musicmenchorus.org.
Widows and Widowers Club holds events
The North County Widows and Widowers Club holds the following events this month:
- Feb. 9: Stomp ‘n’ Chomp — Coaster to Old Town.
- Feb. 11: Happy hour at Seven Seas Bar & Grill.
- Feb. 13: Dinner/dance at Vista Elks Lodge.
- Feb. 25: Happy hour at Nucci’s Italian Cafe and Pizza.
- Feb. 27: Dinner/dance at Oceanside Elks Lodge.
To RSVP or get more information, call 760-716-9000
OCEANSIDE
Concert features Italian works
San Diego Baroque, a collaborative ensemble, joins Los Angeles-based soprano Addy Sterrett for a concert featuring Italian vocal chamber works at 12:30 p.m. Feb. 7 at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 2993 MacDonald St. The program includes Alessandro Scarlatti’s L’Olimpia and Handel’s Crudel Tirana Amor. Organist Alison Luedecke will perform a Bach/Vivaldi organ concerto. Donations appreciated. Visit sdbaroque.com.
Veterans advisory group meets Monday
The Veterans Advisory Committee of the Veterans Association of North County meets from noon to 1 p.m. Feb. 2 at the VANC resource center. The speakers include Carolyn Burgin from Telemynd, a military health advocate that brings therapy directly to the service member; Ray Flores, executive director of San Diego Veterans Affairs; and Carley Starr, executive director of KOCT. Visit vanc.me.
Free Taiko Drumming Workshop
The Oceanside Public Library holds a Taiko Drumming Workshop from 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 6 as part of a series of cultural arts workshops and events, “Oceanside, Near & Far,” celebrating local Japanese, Mexican and Samoan communities. The workshop is at the Civic Center Library Community Room. Participants should be at least 12 years old. Registration is required at oceansidelibrary.org.
Miss Oceanside applications accepted
Applications are being accepted for the annual Miss Oceanside and Miss Teen Oceanside Scholarship Pageant, to be held at 6 p.m. May 9 at the Star Theater. Applications can be submitted by single girls living in Oceanside, who are age 13-16 for the Teen Division or age 17-25 for the Miss Division. An orientation will be at 6 p.m. Feb. 18 at the Mission Branch Library, 3861 Mission Ave. Winners become Oceanside goodwill ambassadors and do community service throughout the year. The pageant is sponsored by the Oceanside Sea Lions, which is part of Lions International. Net pageant proceeds go to scholarships for the winners and Lions charities. For questions, email missoceansidepageant@gmail.com.
RAMONA
Pancake Breakfast raises money for community
The Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser is from 7:30 to 11 a.m. Feb. 7 at the Ramona Community Center, 434 Aqua Lane. There will also be raffle baskets with a variety of goods and services. Proceeds go to Project Life Saver, local schools, Scouts, scholarships, Ramona Senior Center and community projects. Tickets are $8; $5 for kids. Visit ramonakiwanis.org.
RANCHO BERNARDO
Joy for the Journey program starts
A community lunch and learn program, “Joy for the Journey: Thrive in Life’s Second Half,” is from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 13 in the community room at Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church, 17010 Pomerado Road. Pam Macias, retired director of training and development at Point Loma Nazarene University, will discuss the concept of “Joyspan,” the art and science of well-being in longevity. Cost is $15. Deadline to register is Feb. 9. Visit rbcommunity.org. For questions, email homer.kathryn@gmail.com.
Church holds Souper Bowl of Caring
The annual Souper Bowl of Caring drive, hosted by Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church, is from 9 to 11 a.m. Feb. 7 at 17010 Pomerado Road. Donations of nonperishable goods ranging from canned meats and vegetables to soups are appreciated. The food will go to Interfaith Community Services and New Day Urban Ministries. Money donations are also welcome.
SAN DIEGO
Margi Thornburgh
SAN DIEGO: Embroidery enthusiasts celebrate group’s 50th anniversary…
Muchas Manos de San Diego, marks the 50th anniversary of its founding as a chapter of the nonprofit Embroiderers Guild of America chapter. The group fosters a love of needle arts and offers workshops and community educational programs. As part of its 50th anniversary, the chapter is displaying nearly 40 pieces of needlework through Feb. 28 at the Mission Valley Library, 2123 Fenton Pkwy. The group is hosting a free community Stitch In Public Day event with a heart ornament project from 1:30 to 5 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Mira Mesa library, 8405 New Salem St. and will offer free cross stitch and embroidery kits to anyone interested in learning to stitch. From left are members of the chapter’s board, Marjorie Thornburgh, Susan Fukayama, Karen Krampe Susan Schock and Gini Moore, standing in front of the group’s needlework display at the Mission Valley Library. Visit muchasmanos.org
Father Joe’s fundraiser benefits homeless kids
The Father Joe’s Villages Ladies Guild will put on its annual fundraiser from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 16 at The Dana on Mission Bay, 1710 Mission Bay Drive. The fundraiser supports the needs of more than 120 children living at Father Joe’s Villages. The event, themed “Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme: A Celebration of American Folk Music,” includes an auction followed by a three-course lunch with entertainment. Cost is $70; includes free parking. RSVP by Feb. 6 at blanex@aol.com.
Master of floral art to give demonstration
The Village Garden Club of La Jolla hosts Meet the Masters, a presentation, floral demonstration and luncheon led by Lewis Miller, a master of floral artistry, at 10 a.m. March 12 at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Miller, founder of New York-based Lewis Miller Design, creates floral events for Tiffany, Chanel and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, among others, and is known for Flower Flash pop-up floral installations. Tickets are $200. Floral arrangements made by Miller at the event will be auctioned off; proceeds benefit the garden club’s service projects, including Schoolyard Garden Grants and Bouquet of Thanks for Veterans. Visit vgclj.com.
Lunar New Year celebration at SeaWorld
SeaWorld San Diego celebrates Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse on select days through Feb. 16, with entertainment and food inspired by various East Asian cultural traditions. Highlights include Taiko drumming, lion dancers, lucky red envelopes and culturally-inspired food and drinks. Free with admission. For SeaWorld tickets, visit seaworldsandiego.com.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY
Museum Month starts
The San Diego Museum Council runs San Diego Museum Month Feb. 1 to 28, with half-off admission at more than 70 museums and attractions in San Diego County and Tijuana. Free printed passes are at public libraries or digital passes can be downloaded on a phone. Visit sandiegomuseumcouncil.org/specials/museum-month.
Meals on Wheels brings groceries
Two nonprofits, Meals on Wheels San Diego County and the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank, are starting a “Groceries on the Go” delivery program to expand food access for homebound seniors. As part of the “More Than a Meal” initiative, Meals on Wheels volunteers and staff will deliver perishable and shelf-stable, senior-friendly grocery items from the San Diego Food Bank directly to seniors in need, supplementing the prepared meals they receive. Visit sandiegomealsonwheels.org or call 1-800-573-6467.
Retired teachers put on jazzy scholarship fundraiser
The California Retired Teachers Division 4 will put on a Jazzy Luncheon and Silent Auction from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Double Tree by Hilton, 1515 Hotel Circle South. The event raises money for the Division’s Scholarship Foundation, which provides scholarships to graduating seniors in the San Diego Unified School District. Highlights include a buffet and concert by the Mission Bay High School Preservationist Jazz Quartet along with auction. Tickets are $25; $20 for CalRTA members. Reservations are due by Feb. 14 at calrta.div4.members@gmail.com.
SAN MARCOS
Concerts benefit special-needs community
The Lennon & McCartney Show will perform at 7 p.m. Feb. 6 and Strange Days – The Doors Tribute Band will perform at 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Bornemann Theatre at TERI Campus of Life, 555 Deer Springs Road. Concessions with snacks, beverages, craft beer and wine are available for purchase. On-site fast-casual dining is available before the show starting at 4 p.m. at TERI Commons Grounds Café. Proceeds support TERI’s programs for people of all ages with autism and developmental disabilities. Tickets are $30. Parking is free. Visit thebornemann.com.
VISTA
Pesticide-free gardening topic of talk
A presentation on “Pesticide-Free Gardening” will be at 1:45 p.m. Feb. 6 in the Azalea Room at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. The speaker is Dawn Standke, a UC Master Gardener and founder and past chair of their Earth-Friendly Gardens Committee. Standke will discuss natural, do-it-yourself and lab-made pesticides and how to improve a plant’s health. Fingertip lunch is at noon followed by a business meeting at 12:30 p.m., and program at 1:45 p.m. Visit californiagardenclubs.com.
‘Kites Over Vista’ seeks artists
The Vista Public Arts Commission is now accepting artist proposals for “Kites Over Vista,” a temporary public art installation in downtown Vista. Through a juried selection process, up to six artists will be chosen and given a stipend. Artists must deliver kite models to the Recreation and Community Services Department, 200 Civic Center Drive, by 5 p.m. Feb. 17. Final selections will be made at the March 3 Public Arts Commission meeting, with City Council consideration scheduled for March 24. Completed artworks must be ready for installation by May 1. Visit vista.gov, email VistaPublicArt@vista.gov or call 760-643-5261.
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