CARLSBAD
\nGuided nature walk<\/p>\n
A guided nature walk is at 10 a.m. July 12 at the Batiquitos Lagoon. The 90-minute, docent-led walk is themed \u201cSummertime in the Wetlands\u201d and is open to all ages. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane. Visit batiquitoslagoon.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Genealogy buffs meet<\/p>\n The North San Diego County Genealogical Society will meet from 10 to 11:30 a.m. July 8 at Carlsbad City Faraday Center, 1635 Faraday Ave., for a presentation by Colin Whitney on \u201cThe California Pioneers Certificate Program.\u201d Admission is free. Attendees can also attend via Zoom by registering at nsdcgs.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Friday summer concerts in the park<\/p>\n Carlsbad\u2019s summer TGIF Concerts in the Parks series continues from 6 to 8 p.m. July 11 with The Reflexx band\u2019s \u201980s pop and new wave music and July 18 with The Cold Fact (soulful R&B) at Stagecoach Community Park. Gates open at 4 p.m. Parking for Stagecoach concerts is at La Costa Canyon High School. The lineup at Calavera Hills Community Park is Kimba Light (Cumbia) on July 25; Shakedown String Band (Americana\/jam band) on Aug. 1; and The Honeydrops (doo-wop, rockabilly from 40s-60s) on Aug. 8. The last two concerts are at Alga Norte Community Park: Wayward Sons (power chord rock nostalgia) on Aug. 15 and Euphoria Brass Band (modern New Orleans-style jazz) on Aug. 22. There will be a security check. Free shuttle rides are available for the Alga Norte and Calavera Hills concerts. Visit carlsbadca.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n Widows group hosts dinner, movie outing<\/p>\n The North County Widows and Widowers Club hosts a social activity from 4 to 8 p.m. July 30 featuring a movie at Carlsbad\u2019s Dove Library, 1775 Dove Lane, and then dinner at Alejandra\u2019s across the street. RSVP by July 26 at 760-716-9000. Visit widowsandwidowersnc.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n CHULA VISTA A \u201cDog Gone Fun\u201d event is from 5 to 7 p.m. July 15 at Otay Ranch Town Center. Highlights include the Doggie Summer Costume Contest at the Popper Fountain (center court) at 6 p.m. with prizes from Otay Pet Vets Premier Veterinary Hospital in the mall and a signature costume contest with prizes, free fitness evaluations for your pet, \u201cpup cup\u201d treats and giveaways. Visit\u00a0 otayranchtowncenter.com\/en\/events\/15749<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u2018Salsa Under the Stars\u2019<\/p>\n The free series \u201cSalsa Under the Stars,\u201d featuring Latin music, will run from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on select days through Sept. 30 at Otay Ranch Town Center, 2015 Birch Road. The series will feature the Manny Cepeda Orchestra quartet and offer music and dancing for all ages. Scheduled concerts are July 8, July 29, Aug. 12, Aug. 26, Sept. 16 and Sept. 30 (special hours 4 to 7 p.m. for the annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration). Visit otayranchtowncenter.com\/en\/events\/15666<\/a>.<\/p>\n ENCINITAS The North Coast Symphony Orchestra presents Fairy Tales Pops Concert, a program of enchanting music, at 2:30 p.m. July 12 at the San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdalena. The program features music from enchanting stories, such as Tchaikovsky\u2019s waltz from \u201cSleeping Beauty\u201d and themes from \u201cHarry Potter,\u201d \u201cBeauty and the Beast,\u201d \u201cThe Hobbit,\u201d \u201cHook\u201d and \u201cFrozen.\u201d Admission is $18; $15 for seniors, students and military; free for children 18 and younger. Visit northcoastsymphony.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n San Dieguito High School reunion<\/p>\n The San Dieguito High School class of 1975 will hold its 50-year class reunion from 5 to 10:30 p.m. Aug. 9 at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch, Barn, 5704 Paseo del Norte. For tickets, T-shirts and tank tops, visit sdhsclassof75.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Thrift Shop benefits animal shelter; donations sought<\/p>\n The Rancho Coastal Humane Society\u2019s Thrift Shop is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 120 Aberdeen Drive. The nonprofit is accepting donations of unused or gently used items such as furniture, clothing, housewares, computer equipment, electronics and sporting goods. Folks can shop in person with their well-behaved pets or on eBay. For the nonprofit\u2019s wish list, visit Rancho Coastal Humane Society\u2019s Amazon and Chewy wish lists at sdpets.org<\/a> (click on \u201cGive\u201d then scroll down to \u201cWish List\u201d).<\/p>\n ESCONDIDO Hidden City Sounds Series presents a free Lefty Martin & His Right Hand Band concert and a free pre-show line dance class from 7 to 9 p.m. July 11 at \u00a0the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Dance instruction is from 7 to 7:45 p.m. Lefty Martin and band perform from 8 to 9:15 p.m. Free RSVP tickets or reserved seating at bistro tables for $20\/person. Visit artcenter.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Summer art and wellness program<\/p>\n California Center for Arts, Escondido continues its summer\u2019s Art + Wellness program July 13 and Aug. 3. The program includes Sound Meditation and Healing Movement with Noriko Whitfield and Calm with Clay: Air-Dry Clay Handbuilding with Ellie Fonseca. Program admission includes access to the current exhibitions. The program is open to all ages and experience levels and costs $35-$40 per session. Tickets are at artcenter.org\/series\/art-wellness-at-the-museum<\/a>.<\/p>\n Rummage sale at church<\/p>\n Church of the Resurrection is taking donations through July 11 for its annual Rummage Sale, which will be held from 10 a.m.to\u00a0 2 p.m. July 14-19 at the parish hall, 1445 Conway Drive. No books, furniture or electronics will be accepted. Call 760-747-2322 or visit resurrectionchurch.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Hidden City Film Festival seeks entries<\/p>\n The California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation will host the new Hidden City Film Festival from Sept. 26-28 at Regal Cinema, celebrating independent film, storytelling and community and spotlighting \u201cboundary-pushing filmmakers and underrepresented voices.\u201d The festival will include a \u201cFeature of the Day\u201d screening, curated short film showcases, filmmaker Q&As, and an awards ceremony honoring standout short films in categories such as Best Narrative, Best Documentary, Pocket Cinema, and Stories of Belonging. Filmmakers can submit work by July 20 at filmfreeway.com\/hiddencityfilmfestival<\/a>. The festival also seeks volunteers, sponsors, and community partners.<\/p>\n FALLBROOK The Friends of the Fallbrook Library will hold two new free art shows, \u201cWet Paint! Hydrated Art\u201d and the James Helms Sculpture Collection on display from July 14 to Aug. 29. The featured artists include Neil Brooks, Ray Fedorchak, Juan Flores, Laine Gonzales, Dawn Harrison, Susan Keith and Karen Levi. James Helms will display his whimsical sculptures in the Reading Patio. A free artists\u2019 reception will be held from 2 to 4 pm. July 19. The library is at 124 S. Mission Road.<\/p>\n JULIAN Julian hosts an Independence Day parade at noon July 4 on Main Street. The parade will include the San Diego Firefighters Emerald Society Pipes and Drums, Drumline Band and the 529 Brass Band. Attendees can join in carrying a huge American flag down Main Street before the start of the parade. The Julian Beer Co. is the grand marshal with the theme, \u201cFreedom, Peace and Prosperity.\u201d Pre-parade activities start at 9:30 a.m. including a western re-enactment, musical performances and pie-eating contests. The flyover by vintage aircraft will be at noon to kick off the parade. Visit julianparade.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n LA MESA The La Mesa Lions Club meets from noon to 1:30 p.m. July 15 at the La Mesa Community Center, 4975 Memorial Drive. The meeting features a presentation by Richard Lederer, author, columnist and linguist, on \u201cThe Gift of Age.\u201d Visitors are welcome. Cost is $20. RSVP at shawde@cox.net.<\/p>\n NORTH COUNTY The Catholic Widows and Widowers of North County, a group that foster friendships through various social activities, will hold these upcoming events.<\/p>\n Reservations are required at 818-665-8150. Visit cwwnc.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Alcoholics Anonymous starts text-based Helpline<\/p>\n The North County San Diego Alcoholics Anonymous launched a text-based Helpline for community members who are seeking help, so they can reach someone 24 hours a day. Those looking to become sober can text an AA volunteer any time day or night and receive support from a member of the AA team, which consists of recovering alcoholics. The text helpline is currently available for people in North County, including Carlsbad, Encinitas, Escondido, Julian, Oceanside, Poway, Ramona, San Marcos, Vista and Valley Center. The helpline number is 760-758-2514. Visit ncsandiegoaa.org<\/a>. Those living in other parts of San Diego County can visit aasandiego.org<\/a><\/p>\n OCEANSIDE The Friends of the Oceanside Public Library in partnership with First Friday Art Walk continues its series of author readings and book signings during the First Friday Art Walk on July 11 and Aug. 1. The Art Walk features artists and musicians showing their art and handcrafted work from 5 to 8 p.m. on the first Fridays of the month in the Civic Center Plaza and Artist Alley, with an After Dark Concert following from 8 to 9 p.m. From 4 to 6 p.m., a local author will give a reading on the outdoor patio of Jane & Evie\u2019s Used Books, 323 N. Coast Highway. Books will be available for purchase and light refreshments will be offered. The July 11 event features B.L. Blanchard, author of \u201cThe Good Lands Alternative History Series,\u201d including \u201cThe Peace Keeper\u201d and \u201cThe Mother.\u201d Visit oplfriends.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Brother Benno\u2019s puts on charity golf tournament<\/p>\n Oceanside-based nonprofit Brother Benno\u2019s will put on its seventh annual Charity Golf Tournament on Sept. 9 at Goat Hill Park, 2323 Goat Hill Drive, to raise money for its programs to help North County homeless community members, the working poor and seniors. Check-in is at 10 a.m. followed by 11 a.m. shotgun start. There will be live and silent auctions and a 50-50 raffle. World champion surfer Kelly Slater will again support the event. Registration is $250 per player, including shared golf cart, greens fee, boxed lunch, snacks and refreshments, dinner and swag bag. Registration runs through Aug. 16 or until sold out; sponsorships are sought. Visit brotherbenno.org\/golf-2025<\/a>. The community can also support the nonprofit\u2019s efforts by volunteering, donating clothing and other items including a vehicle, shopping at the thrift store, funding a scholarship for a foster youth or setting up planned giving. Visit brotherbenno.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Library hosts movie series<\/p>\n The Oceanside Public Library hosts professor Garrett Chaffin-Quiray for a new movie series, Criminal Capers, at 6 p.m. July 7, Aug. 4 and Sept. 8 in the Civic Center Library Community Room, 330 N. Coast Highway. \u201cMission Impossible\u201d (1996) is the featured movie on July 7. Chaffin-Quiray, professor of cinema studies at Palomar College, will explain the artistic and sociological character of the films and will lead a discussion afterward. Light refreshments will be provided. Admission is free; ages 17 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Visit oceansidelibrary.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Sidewalk Sales at marketplace<\/p>\n Mission Marketplace holds Sidewalk Sales from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturdays of the month through Sept. 6 at 471 College Blvd. The next sidewalk sale is July 5 with activities for kids. Retail stores and other businesses at Mission Marketplace will offer specials on items at sales displays on the sidewalk at the open-air shopping center. Visit missionmarketplaceoceanside.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n POWAY The Friends of the Poway Library will hold a book sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 12 on the library patio. Along with lots of fiction books, the sale will include books on a wide range of topics. Paperbacks and children\u2019s books will be 25 cents or five for $1, with adult hardcover and trade paperbacks priced at 50 cents. Comics and DVDs start at 50 cents, and CDs and LPs start at 25 cents. Proceeds support local library programs. Call 858-513-2862 or visit sdcl.org\/locations\/27<\/a>.<\/p>\n RANCHO BERNARDO The Rancho Bernardo Historical Society hosts preservation architect David Marshall for a presentation at 11 a.m. July 12 on \u201cThe Restoration of the Hotel Del Coronado,\u201d as part of its speakers series at the Rancho Bernardo History Museum in the Bernardo Winery, 13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte. Admission is free. Visit rbhistory.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Oasis holds free workshop on retirement<\/p>\n San Diego Oasis holds a free community workshop on July 9 featuring Dr. Harry Agress Jr., a nationally known physician and author. Agress will give a presentation on \u201cYour Next Years Can Be Your Best Years\u201d to \u201cinspire older adults to embrace retirement as a time of purpose, creativity, and reinvention.\u201d Agress will discuss insights from his new book. Visit sandiegooasis.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n World Affairs group meets<\/p>\n The North County World Affairs Council hosts a presentation at 10 a.m. July 10 on \u201cMachiavelli after 500 Years \u2014 The Great Manipulator or Realist,\u201d led by Tibor Varga. The talk will look at Machiavelli\u2019s political philosophy set forth in his 16th-century book \u201cThe Prince.\u201d\u00a0 The meeting is at the Remington Club retirement community, 16916 Hierba Drive. The mission of the World Affairs Council is to foster global understanding and friendships locally and around the world. Visit northcountyworldaffairs.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n SAN DIEGO The Marine Band San Diego will give a summer concert at 7 p.m. July 12 at Piazza della Famiglia in Little Italy. This year\u2019s performance by the 35-piece ensemble honors the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps with a program featuring iconic American composers such as John Williams, George Gershwin and John Philip Sousa. The free, open-air concert is hosted by the Little Italy Association. Visit littleitalysd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Cross partisan discussion group meets<\/p>\n The Braver Angels San Diego Alliance holds a social gathering from 10 a.m. to noon July 12 at the Carmel Valley Recreation Center, 3777 Townsgate Drive. Instead of the regular monthly meeting there will be a get-together for conversation and community building. There will be picnic tables. Bring a chair and snack. Bagels and drinks will be provided. RSVP at ksimmons@braverangels.org.<\/p>\n Outdoor summer concerts at Liberty Station<\/p>\n Summer Arts Fest, a free, family-friendly outdoor concert series, is from 4 to 7 p.m. July 12 at the North Promenade at Arts District Liberty Station, 2875 Dewey Road. The event features Whitney Shay with live music and dancing, produced by Concert for Your Cause and emceed by Apt 4 Music. The event is on the second Saturday of each month through September. Kogee Soul Reprise will be featured Aug. 9 and Bamb\u00fa Sound Exchange on Sept. 13. Bring your picnic blankets, lawn chairs and favorite snacks. Visit libertystation.com\/do\/summer-arts-fest<\/a>.<\/p>\n Golf event raises awareness about domestic violence<\/p>\n The nonprofit Confronting Domestic Violence hosts a community golf event July 14 at the Riverwalk Golf Club in Mission Valley to raise awareness about domestic violence and support survivors. Event proceeds benefit the nonprofit\u2019s efforts to break the cycle of domestic abuse through prevention and survivor support along with resources to prevent the cycle of return. Visit tinyurl.com\/cdvgolfers<\/a>.<\/p>\n Resource fair for special needs families<\/p>\n The Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego holds its annual inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair for families from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 11 at the Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center, 10440 Black Mountain Road. The free community celebration is aimed at children of all abilities. The event offers a sensory-friendly time from 11 to 11:30 a.m., with reduced noise and no music for those who benefit from a calmer environment. Free tickets are at inclusivefamilyevent2025.eventbrite.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Sailor Days at Maritime Museum<\/p>\n The Maritime Museum of San Diego holds summertime Sailor Days from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays through Aug. 27 at Star of India Wharf, 1492 N. Harbor Drive. Visitors can see traditional sailor activities including furling sail, ropemaking, knot-tying and hauling lines aboard the historic Star of India ship. Kids can join a scavenger hunt throughout the Maritime Museum collection and earn a prize. There will be extra treats. Admission tickets are $28; (18-61), $20 for seniors (62+) and military, $15 for youths ages 6-17 and free for children 5 and younger. For those who want to go out on the water, the museum offers a 45-minute narrated historic 1914 Pilot boat bay tour as an add-on for $10 with general admission ticket purchase. Visit sdmaritime.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Little Italy farmers market<\/p>\n The Little Italy Mercato (farmers market) is from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays across six city blocks. The market includes farm-fresh produce, eggs, meats, nuts, plants, and seafood, along with artisan-made breads, sauces, olive oil and more. On Wednesdays, local vendors surround the Piazza della Famiglia, 523 W. Date St. Visit littleitalysd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Free \u2018Valley Vibes\u2019 concerts<\/p>\n The free \u201cValley Vibes\u201d summer concert series is from 5 to 8 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays and 3 to 6 p.m. Saturdays through Sept. 1 in the AMC Theatres Court, 1640 Camino Del Rio North, in Mission Valley. The lineup includes David Shyde, Helena Holleran, Whitney Shay, Rachel Jay, Kai Kalama and Jemille Vialet, among others, and the music ranges from rock, pop, blues and contemporary to jazz. Visit\u00a0bit.ly\/4jFAKeB<\/a>.<\/p>\n Twilight Concert at Balboa Park<\/p>\n The Balboa Park Twilight Concert series is from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays through Aug. 28 at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion in Balboa Park. The July 8 concert features Kearny Mesa Concert Band; July 9, Crimson Collar; and July 10, Summer Breeze SD. For the schedule, visit balboapark.org\/twilight-concerts<\/a>.<\/p>\n Summer concerts at SeaWorld<\/p>\n SeaWorld San Diego\u2019s Summer Concert series runs Saturday nights through Aug. 23 featuring R&B, hip-hop and rap hits from the \u201990s and early 2000s. Musical performances include July 12 featuring Soulja Boy and Bow Wow. Before and after the concerts, there is Summer Spectacular entertainment, including educational animal presentations and exhibits, summer parade, stunt shows, fireworks and Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience. Concerts are included in admission. For tickets, visit seaworldsandiego.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Summer Pool Party<\/p>\n A Summer Pool Party with water games, pool floats and music at The Plunge in Belmont Park, 3115 Ocean Front Walk, will be from 6 to 9:30 p.m. July 11 as part of the Summer Is Ours series of free Friday night events for incoming students in grades 6-12 hosted by Rock Church, Calvary Chapel San Diego and Foothills Christian Church. The series features \u201cfun, faith, and friendship through high-energy gatherings\u201d featuring worship, messages about Jesus, games, prizes and themed activities. Admission is free; registration is encouraged at summerisours.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n SAN DIEGO COUNTY Glenn Vanstrum, a singer-songwriter and guitar player, will perform free concerts at 2 p.m. July 12 at the La Jolla Riford Library, 7555 Draper St., and at noon Aug. 6 at the Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. The concerts will feature original songs, along with covers by Bob Dylan, Sting, Robert Hunter and Jerry Garcia, and Gordon Lightfoot, among others. Visit youtube.com\/@musiciansurfersongwriter\/videos<\/a>.<\/p>\n Voices for Children seeks volunteers<\/p>\n The San Diego nonprofit Voices for Children is looking for volunteers to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) and stand up for foster children in need. Volunteers are trained and supported by the nonprofit to speak up for children in foster care in court, school and medical settings to make sure their needs are met. CASA volunteers often become an important adult for a child in foster care as they face court hearings, social workers, attorneys and new homes. Visit speakupnow.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n School backpack drive for kids<\/p>\n North Island Credit Union runs a backpack drive through July 19 to benefit local elementary and middle school students in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego. Community members can drop off a school backpack to any branch location in San Diego County. The credit union will fill donated backpacks with essential school supplies. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego will distribute the stuffed backpacks to club kids in need for the new school year. For a list of drop-off locations, visit ccu.com\/backpack-drive<\/a>.<\/p>\n Luau, dinner dances for widows, widowers<\/p>\n The San Diego Widows and Widowers group hosts a luau from noon to 3 p.m. July 22 at Bali Hai, 2230 Shelter Island Drive, with a buffet, live music and dancing. Cost is $60. RSVP by July 10 at 760-716-9000. The North County Widows and Widowers group hosts a dinner dance from 5 to 9:30 p.m. July 25 at the Oceanside Elks Lodge, 444 Country Club Lane. RSVP with choice of salmon or tri-tip, $19.50; pasta, $15; or salad, $10 by July 17 at 858-610-4816.<\/p>\n Senior Gleaners in need of volunteers<\/p>\n Volunteers are needed to help Senior Gleaners of San Diego County, a volunteer group that harvests surplus fruit and vegetables from gardens and fields to donate to local nonprofits helping people in need. The mission of the group is to reduce food waste and feed needy community members. The gleaning crews need more volunteers age 55 and older. The group also needs more residents with fruit trees to donate excess fruit that they cannot use. Visit seniorgleanerssdco.org\/volunteer<\/a>.<\/p>\n SAN MARCOS The Music Men Chorus, a men\u2019s a cappella chorus, is looking for male singers, middle school age or older, who love singing harmony songs arranged in the barbershop style. New singers who attend rehearsals from July through December and who learn a holiday song repertoire (some songs memorized, others using music) can perform with the chorus at December concerts in North County. Rehearsals are from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at San Marcos Lutheran Church, 3419 Grand Ave., in Luther Hall. There is no formal audition, just a voice check. Deadline to apply is July 29. Email wolszanicky@yahoo.com or call 760 585-6315. Visit musicmenchorus.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n SPRING VALLEY A free Health and Wellness Fair focusing on hormone health is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 12 at The Hub Pickleball Club, 9545 Campo Road, featuring Dr. Janette Gray, physician and author of the newly released book, \u201cThe Truth About Sex Hormones.\u201d Gray, also known as \u201cDr. Pickle\u201d for her pickleball game, will sign books and discuss how proper hormone balance can improve quality of life and longevity. The event includes activities for the family, including health screenings, wellness vendor demonstrations and the \u201cPickle People\u201d characters.<\/p>\n VISTA The city of Vista provides residents with local Cool Zones, air-conditioned public places for all ages to cool off in the summer. Cool Zones are from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive, and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, noon to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays through Sundays at the Vista Library, 700 Eucalyptus Ave., except holidays. Visit vista.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n Muscles off Main Street<\/p>\n The Pride of Vista Lions Car show, Muscles off Main Street, is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 12 at Guajome Park Academy, 2000 N. Santa Fe Ave. The event is open to classic cars and motorcycles. There will be vendors, a DJ with music, awards and a raffle. The car entry fee is $35, with a goodie bag for early registration before July 8. Visit povlions.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Kids in the Garden class<\/p>\n A Kids in the Garden class is from 10 a.m. to noon July 12 at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 1270 Vale Terrace Drive. The class will focus on bugs and butterflies and is sponsored by Building Kidz School. Admission is free. Preregister by noon July 11 at farmerjonesavbg@gmail.com, with child\u2019s name and age and garden membership status. Visit altavistabotanicalgardens.org\/kids-in-the-garden-classes-saturday<\/a>.<\/p>\n If your nonprofit would like to submit an event listing or photos of events that have happened recently, please email linda.mcintosh@sduniontribune.com. Include the name of the group, date and time of event, address, cost and contact information for readers within the email text. Event listings should be submitted at least two weeks in advance. Photos should be sent as JPEGs. 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\nSummer \u2018Dog Gone Fun\u2019 event<\/p>\n
\nFairy Tales Pops Concert<\/p>\n
\nFree concert at arts center<\/p>\n
\nArts shows at library<\/p>\n
\nParade on Main Street<\/p>\n
\nLions Club hosts talk<\/p>\n
\nWidows and Widowers group holds social events<\/p>\n\n
\nAuthor readings during Art Walk<\/p>\n
\nBook sale at library<\/p>\n
\nHotel del Coronado restoration topic of talk<\/p>\n
\nMarine Band concert in Little Italy<\/p>\n
\nLibrary concerts feature guitar player<\/p>\n
\nMusic Men Chorus seeks singers<\/p>\n
\nHealth and Wellness Fair focuses on hormones<\/p>\n
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VISTA: Woman\u2019s Club raises awareness, money to help folks with autism
\nThe nonprofit Woman\u2019s Club of Vista, which is part of the General Federation of Women\u2019s Clubs, raised money for four nonprofits during its second annual Vista Fun Walk for Autism Awareness and Acceptance, which drew more than 150 walkers to the Vista Civic Center Park, where there were also autism resources and children\u2019s activities.\u00a0 Event proceeds totaling $3,500 were donated to Blissful Seeds; Beacons, Inc. North County; Moonlight Youth Theater and Foundation for Developmental Disabilities. Pictured are participants at the startline. Visit https:\/\/thewomansclubofvista.org\/. Photo by David Zumaya, North County San Diego.
\nSummer Cool Zones for residents<\/p>\n