North County Sun

2023 ENTERTAINMENT

MARCH 31, 2023 A Tribute to Selena starring Karol Posadas

APRIL 1, 2023 Who’s That Girl - The Ultimate Diva Experience

APRIL 14, 2023 Constantine Maroulis starring in Foreigners Journey

APRIL 15, 2023 The Garth Guy - The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute

JUNE 29, 2023 Mick Adams & The Stones - The Ultimate Rolling Stones Tribute

JUNE 30, 2023 Jimmy Buffet Tribute - Adventures in Parrotdise

JULY 1, 2023 Dead Man’s Party - The Oingo Boingo & Danny Elfman tribute

JULY 2, 2023 TUSK - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

JULY 6, 2023 Queen Nation - A Tribute to Queen

JULY 7, 2023 Yächtly Crëw - The Titans of Soft Rock!

JULY 8, 2023 Who’s Bad - The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience

MAY 10 - 27, 2023 Jesus Christ Superstar

JUNE 7 - 24, 2023 The Wedding Singer

JULY 19 - AUGUST 5, 2023 Charlie & the Chocolate Factory

AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 42nd Street

SEPTEMBER 13 - 30, 2023 Saturday Night Fever

INSIDE

Moonlight Amphitheatre

SPRINGFEST

3/31 A Tribute to Selena starring Karol Posadas

4/1 Who’s That Girl – The Ultimate Diva Experience

4/14 Constantine Maroulis starring in Foreigners Journey

5/15 The Garth Guy – The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute

SUMMER JAM

6/29 Mick Adams & The Stones – Ultimate Rolling Stones

Tribute

6/30 Jimmy Buffet Tribute – Adventures in Parrotdise

7/1 Dead Man’s Party – Oingo Boingo Tribute

7/2 TUSK – Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

7/6 Queen Nation – Tribute to Queen

7/7 Yachtly Crew – The Titans of Soft Rock!

7/8 Who’s Bad – The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience

Jesus Christ Superstar

May 10–27

Jesus Christ Superstar is an iconic rock opera that reinvented musical theater for the modern age. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, this global blockbuster tells the story of the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ, from the perspective of Judas Iscariot. As Christ’s followers grow more fervent, Judas must make his fateful choice between faith and betrayal. Filled with an exciting mix of musical styles that draw upon 1970s rock, gospel, folk and funk themes, this contemporary imagining of the biblical tale features highenergy dance and powerful storytelling.

The Wedding Singer

June 7-24

The Wedding Singer takes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room. Based on the hit Adam Sandler movie, “The Wedding Singer’s” sparkling score does for the ‘80s what “Hairspray” did for the 60s. Just say yes to the most romantic musical in twenty years. It’s 1985, and rock star wannabe, Robbie Hart, is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer. He’s the life of the party until his own fiancée leaves him at the altar. Shot through the heart, Robbie makes every wedding as disastrous as his own. Enter Julia, a winsome waitress who wins his affection. As luck would have it, Julia is about to be married to a Wall Street shark unless Robbie can pull off the performance of a decade.

TARZAN

July 19- Aug 5

With a heart-pumping score by rock legend Phil Collins and an electric book by the Tony Award-winning playwright David Henry Hwang, Disney’s Tarzan is an epic theatrical experience for all ages. Based on Disney’s animated musical adventure and Edgar Rice Burrough’s ‘Tarzan of the Apes,’ this musical features high-flying excitement and hits including the Academy Award winning “You’ll Be in My Heart” as well as “Son of Man” and “Two Worlds.” Washed up on the shores of West Africa, an infant boy is taken in and raised by gorillas who name him Tarzan. Apart from striving for

North Coast Rep Theatre

The Cherry Orchard

Directed by David Ellestein

March 8 – April 2

Anton Chekhov’s beloved masterwork is a rich tapestry of the human condition woven into a humorous and haunting tale. With universal themes of societal upheaval, love, loss, grief, envy, and ambition, THE CHERRY ORCHARD remains as relevant and powerful today as it was when it first premiered in 1903. Serious theatre-lovers will not want to miss this classic tale of heightened human drama.

Murder On The Links

Written and Directed by Steven Dietz

From the novel by Agatha Christie

April 19 – May 14

Something’s afoul on the private golf course at Merlinville-Sur-Mer—namely the body of Hercule Poirot’s newest cli-

ent. Acclaimed playwright Steven Dietz brings the famed Belgian detective to life to solve one of Agatha Christie’s most intricate whodunit. Of course, there are the host of usual—and—unusual suspects. A cast of six versatile actors embody a myriad of characters as they navigate the twists and turns of this lively and fun new adaptation. You won’t want to miss a thrilling moment of this comic mystery.

Eleanor

By Mark St. Germain

Directed by David Ellenstein

June 7 – July 2

While sitting on her favorite park bench in Washington, D.C., Eleanor Roosevelt reveals the many facets of the dynamic and iconic First Lady. Award-winning actor, Kandis Chappell takes on the portrayal as the witty, feisty, vulnerable woman who was considered the heart of FDR’s presidency. Exploring both the public and private persona of this remarkable woman, Mark St. Germain (Dancing Lessons,

acceptance from his ape father, Tarzan’s life is mostly monkey business until a human expedition treks into his tribe’s territory, and he encounters creatures like himself for the first time, including a beautiful woman named Jane.

42nd Street

August 16 -September 2

42nd Street celebrates Broadway, Times Square and the magic of show biz with wit, humor and pizzazz. At the height of the Great Depression, aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer comes to the big city from Allentown, PA and soon lands her first big job in the ensemble of a glitzy new Broadway show. But just before opening night, the leading lady breaks her ankle. Will Peggy be able to step in and become a star?

Saturday Night Fever

September 13-30

In this beloved 70s throwback, Tony Manero, a nineteen-year-old Brooklynite paint store clerk, spends his weekends at a local disco, where he moonlights as the king of the dance floor. When he and mesmerizing dancer Stephanie enter a dance competition, the pair’s professional partnership blossoms into a deep friendship, and challenges both to reflect on what’s important in life amidst rising social tensions and disillusionment.

Moonlight Amphitheatre is located in Brengle Terrace Park at 1200 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista. For more information, call (760) 724-2110 or visit www.moonlightstage.com

Becoming Dr. Ruth, Freud’s Last Session) deftly captures the essence of the woman who left an indelible mark on American history.

Pippin

Music &Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz

Book by Roger O. Hirson

Directed by Nick DeGruccio

July 19 – Aug 13

Winner of five Tony Awards, this enchanting musical explores good and evil, and reality and fantasy in a highly theatrical and entertaining style. Pippin, the first son of King Charlemagne, yearns to find passion, adventure, excitement, and meaning. A dazzling troupe of traveling performers takes him on a journey to experience the multiple facets of life. Great music and great fun. Get your tickets now because we have magic to do!!

North Coast Repertory Theatre is located at 987 Lomas Santa Fe, Suite D, Solana Beach. For more information, call (858) 481-1055 or visit www.northcoastrep.org.

Oceanside Theatre Company at the Brooks Theater Presents: Good People

May 12-28

This Tony nominated play by David Lindsay-Abaire is a heartfelt emotional drama broken up by poignant moments of laughaloud humor. Good People by David Lindsay-Abaire will have audiences debating what it means to do the right thing.

Middle-aged Margie Walsh is a nice woman from a poor neighborhood. Some of her friends might even say she’s TOO nice. When she gets fired from yet another job, her landlord threatens eviction. Determined to keep a roof over her daughter’s head, she turns to a former

friend, who made it out of their neighborhood of Southie, as they call South Boston, for help finding a job. From the moment she steps into Dr. Michael Dillon’s office, tensions mount in this reunion of old friends as they navigate the decisions that led them down different life paths.

“OTC initially planned to mount Good People in the Summer of 2020, but those plans were scuttled when the pandemic shut down theaters around the world. This timeless, critically-acclaimed play premiered on Broadway in 2011 and was nominated for two Tony-Awards, including Best Play,” said Artistic Director Ted Leib. “The story poses thought-provoking questions around the classes we are born into, how we struggle to change, obligations

to those around us, and what role decisions play in our lives–all ideas that are just as pertinent today as they were when it was written a decade ago. Audiences will enjoy the engaging story full of laughter, surprises and a lot of heart.”

Directed by: Sandy Campbell and Associate Director Danny Campbell. Cast includes: Susan Clausen – Margaret; Ted Leib – Mike; Amira Temple – Kate; Sherri Allen – Jean; Heidi Bridges – Dottie; Dennis Peters – Stevie.

Preview night is Friday, May 12. Opening night is Saturday, May 13. Showtimes are 8pm on Fri and Sat, 2 pm on Sun, and 2 pm on Sat, with the exception of opening weekend. Tickets range from $20-45. For tickets, visit www. OceansideTheatre.org or the box office at (760) 433-8900.

Events Calendar – Fun Things to Do

APRIL

4/1 April Fools Day

*Events are subject to change. Please check websites.

SPRING 2023 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

4/1 Cardiff Farmers Market at MiraCosta College San Elijo campus, 10am-2pm, every Saturday. www cardifffarmersmarket com

4/1 CRY Holi: A Festival of Colors at The Flower Fields, 10am-5pm. www theflowerfields com

4/1 Padres Celebration–East Village Opening Weekend Block Party on J Street from 7th to 10th Avenue, San Diego, 10am-5pm. www eastvillagesandiego com

4/1 91X presents North Park Festival of Beers in front of the Lafayette Hotel, 12-4pm.

www northparkbeerfest com

4/1 8th Annual Meading at the Garden at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 12-5pm.

www altavistabotanicalgardens org

4/1 Tommy Drinkard & The Remedy at The Flower Fields, 1-5pm. www theflowerfields com

4/1 San Diego Sockers vs. Tacoma Stars at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7:05pm.

www sdsockers com

4/1 Who’s That Girl: The Ultimate Diva Experience at Moonlight Amphitheatre, 7:30pm. www moonlightstage com

4/1 Valley Center Community Yard Sale at Bates Nut Farm, 7:30am-12:30pm.

www batesnutfarm biz

4/1 Waveform, Dirt Monkey & Jantsen at House of Blues San Diego.

www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/1 Eddie Zuko at The Observatory North Park, 7pm. www ticketmaster com

4/1 Joanne Shaw Taylor at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www sandiegotheatres org

4/1 Super Diamond & Graceband at The Belly Up, 9pm. www bellyup com

4/1 Big Time at Mr. Peabody’s Bar & Grill, 9pm. www peabodysrocks com

4/1-2 Western Surfing Association Championship Tour Event at 9th Street in Huntington Beach. www surfwsa org

4/1-2 Goodguys 21st Meguiar’s Del Mar Nationals at Del Mar Fairgrounds.

4/1-2 San Diego Padres vs. Colorado Rockies at Petco Park. www mlb com/padres

4/1-2 Daffodil Days at Julian Farm & Orchard, 10am-4pm. www julianfarmandorchard com

4/1-2 Southern California Ballet’s Cinderella at Poway Center for the Performing Arts.

www powaycenter com

4/1-2 San Diego Restaurant Week at participating locations. www sandiegorestaurantweek com

4/1-2 Live music at Julian Station, 1-4pm, every weekend. https://visitjulian com

4/1-2 Men’s Baseball: CSUSM Cougars vs. Stanislaus State at CSUSM Baseball Field.

www csusmcougars com

4/1-8 Spring Sale at Hansen Surfboards. www hansensurf com

4/1-16 Scripps Ranch Theatre & Loud Fridge Theatre Company present NEAT at Scripps Ranch Theatre. www scrippsranchtheatre org

4/1-23 The Roommate at New Village Arts Theatre. www newvillagearts org

4/1-23 The XIXth at The Old Globe. www theoldglobe org

4/1-30 Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld San Diego, select dates only.

www seaworldsandiego com

4/1-5/14 The Flower Fields in Carlsbad. www theflowerfields com

4/1-5/14 Spring Safari with Butterfly Jungle at San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

https://sdzsafaripark org/spring-safari

4/2 Indigenous Plant Experience at San Elijo Lagoon, 9-11am. www naturecollective org

4/2 31st Annual San Marcos Spring Fling & Street Fair on Via Vera Cruz in San Marcos, 9am-5pm. www sanmarcoschamber com

4/2 Sound Meditation & Movement Series at California Center for the Arts, Escondido Museum, 11am-12pm. www artcenter org

4/2 Bonneville 7 at The Coyote Bar & Grill, 1-4:30pm. www bonnevilleseven com

4/2 Free Martini Drum Circle at My Yard Live, 2-5pm. www myyardlive com

4/2 Sunday Night Jazz at Mr. Peabody’s Bar & Grill, 6pm, every Sunday. www peabodysrocks com

4/2 Kevin James at Pechanga Resort Casino, 7:30pm. www pechanga com

4/2 Ronstadt Revival at The Belly Up, 8pm. www bellyup com

4/2 San Diego Opera presents: Tosca at San Diego Civic Theatre. www sdopera org

4/3 Rayland Baxter & Liz Cooper at The Belly Up, 8pm. www bellyup com

4/3-4 San Diego Padres vs. Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park. www mlb com/padres

4/3-9 Credit One Charleston Open in Charleston, S.C. www wtatennis com

4/3-9 Copa Colsanitas Presented by Zurich in Bogota, Colombia. www wtatennis com

4/4 Men’s Baseball: San Diego State University Aztecs vs. UC Riverside at Tony Gwynn Stadium, 6pm. www goaztecs com

4/4 Lucero & The Shackletons at The Belly Up, 8pm. www bellyup com

4/4-5 Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre at San Diego Civic Theatre, 7:30pm. www sandiegotheatres org

4/5 San Diego Gulls vs. San Jose Barracuda at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7pm.

www sandiegogulls com

4/5 LN & Casbah presents Sunny Day Real Estate at The Observatory North Park, 7pm.

www ticketmaster com

4/5 The Lagoons at House of Blues San Diego, 7pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/5 Los Angeles Clippers vs. Los Angeles Lakers at crypto com Arena, 7pm.

www nba com/clippers

4/5-6 Brooks Nielsen at The Belly Up, 8pm. www bellyup com

4/5-13 Passover

4/6 The Swingin’ Johnsons at The Landings, 5-8pm. www carlsbadlandings com

4/6 Tommy Newport at House of Blues San Diego, 7pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/6 MOJO & the Jazz Collective feat. faculty & alumni at MiraCosta College, 7:30pm.

www miracosta edu/buytix

4/6 Yo-Yo Ma & Kathryn Stott at San Diego Civic Theatre, 7:30pm. www sandiegotheatres org

4/6 New Edition: Legacy Tour with Keith Sweat, Guy & special guest Tank at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7:30pm. www pechangaarenasd com

4/6 James Allen at Mr. Peabody’s Bar & Grill, 9pm. www peabodysrocks com

4/6 Into the Void at The Saddle Bar, 9:30pm-12:30am. www thesaddlebar com

4/6-9 Masters Tournament in Augusta, Ga. www pgatour com

4/7 San Diego Chamber Music Society at Julian Branch Library, 2pm. https://visitjulian com

4/7 Kid’s Night Out at Poway Community Park, 4:30-9pm. www poway org

4/7 The Sully Band Happy Hour Fundraiser- Team Chase at The Belly Up, 5:30pm.

www bellyup com

4/7 Lovalot at My Yard Live, 6-9pm. www myyardlive com

4/7 Cadillac Fringe at The Landings, 6-9pm. www carlsbadlandings com

4/7 MiraCosta Sings Carmina Burana at Palomar College Howard Brubeck Theatre, 7pm. www miracosta edu/buytix

4/7 Benches at House of Blues San Diego, 7pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/7 Los Angeles Lakers vs. Phoenix Suns at crypto com Arena, 7:30pm.

www nba com/lakers

4/7 Rosedale at Mr. Peabody’s Bar & Grill, 9pm. www peabodysrocks com

4/7 Pinback & Disheveled Cuss at The Belly Up, 9pm. www bellyup com

4/7-8 San Diego Gulls vs. Calgary Wranglers at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 7pm.

www sandiegogulls com

4/7-8 Spring into Camping at Lake Poway. www poway org

4/8 Bunny Breakfast & Spring Egg Scramble at Walnut Grove Park. www san-marcos net

4/8 EGGstravaganza Spring Festival at Poinsettia Community Park, 10am-1pm.

www carlsbadca gov

4/8 Children’s Spring Festival & Egg Hunt at La Colonia Community Center, 10am-4pm. www cityofsolanabeach org

4/8 Taste of Hillcrest, 12-4pm. www fabuloushillcrest com

4/8 3rd Annual Sushi & Sake Festival at Pechanga Resort Casino, 1pm. www pechanga com

4/8 Los Angeles Lakers vs. Portland Trail Blazers at crypto com Arena, 1pm.

www nba com/lakers

4/8 John January at The Flower Fields, 1-5pm. www theflowerfields com

4/8 West Coast Taco & Beer Festival at Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier, 2-7pm.

www eventbrite com

4/8 Hershey Felder as George Gershwin Alone at Balboa Theatre, 3pm & 8pm. www sandiegotheatres org

4/8 Fleetwood MAX at The Landings, 6-9pm. www carlsbadlandings com

4/8 Tommy Kind & The Nobels My Yard Live, 6-9pm. www myyardlive com

4/8 The Buttertones at The Observatory North Park, 7pm. www ticketmaster com

4/8 ABBAMania at Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 8pm. www powayonstage org

4/8 Equinox at Mr. Peabody’s Bar & Grill, 9pm. www peabodysrocks com

4/8 G. Love & Special Sauce & Nat Myers at The Belly Up, 9pm. www bellyup com

4/8 Steel Panther & Phoneboy at House of Blues San Diego. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/8-5/7 Exotic Deadly: Or the MSG Play at The Old Globe. www theoldglobe org

4/9 Easter

4/9 Gospel Brunch at House of Blues San Diego, 10am & 1pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/9 Sunday Brunch with Jackson Patrick at The Landings, 11am-2pm.

www carlsbadlandings com

4/9 Los Angeles Lakers vs. Utah Jazz at crypto com Arena, 12:30pm. www nba com/lakers

4/9 Mr. Bell Band at My Yard Live, 3-6pm. www myyardlive com

4/9 Joshua Bassett at The Observatory North Park, 7pm. www ticketmaster com

4/10 In the Park Series: Creepy Crawlers at Poway Community Park, 10am-12pm. www poway org

4/10 Muse Pechanga Arena San Diego, 6:30pm. www pechangaarenasd com

4/10 Keshi at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 7pm. www theshell org

4/10 Pretty Paints Paint & Sip at Stone Brewing in San Marcos. www stonebrewing com

4/11 Health & Wellness Expo at MiraCosta College, 11am-1pm. www miracosta edu

4/11 Men’s Baseball: San Diego State University Aztecs vs. UC San Diego at Tony Gwynn Stadium, 6pm. www goaztecs com

4/11 Babyface Ray at House of Blues San Diego, 7pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/11-13 Riverdance at San Diego Civic Theatre. www sandiegotheatres org

4/12 Women’s Softball: San Diego State University Aztecs vs. University of Nevada Las Vegas at SDSU Softball Stadium. www goaztecs com

4/12 Pop Evil at House of Blues San Diego, 6:30pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/12 Jacobs Masterworks Series: Lang Lang plays Saint-Saëns at Jacobs Music Center, 8pm. www sandiegosymphony org

4/13 April in Paris Tea at Julian Tea & Cottage Arts, 10:30am. https://visitjulian com

4/13 Graze at the Fields at The Flower Fields, 5-8pm. www theflowerfields com

4/13 Until I Wake & special guests at House of Blues San Diego, 5:30pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/13 The Brothers Comatose & Arkansauce at The Belly Up, 8pm. www bellyup com

4/13 Son of Kane at The Saddle Bar, 9:30pm-12:30am. www thesaddlebar com

4/13-15 Dinur, Montgomery & The “Classical” Symphony at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7:30pm. www sandiegosymphony org

4/13-16 Disney on Ice: Let’s Celebrate at Pechanga Arena San Diego. www pechangaarenasd com

4/13-16 RBC Heritage at Hilton Head Island, S.C. www pgatour com

4/13-16 San Diego Padres vs. Milwaukee Brewers at Petco Park. www mlb com/padres

4/14 Static-X, Blaze Ya Dead Homie & ABK at House of Blues San Diego. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/14 Jacobs Masterworks Series: The Firebird at Jacobs Music Center, 2pm. www sandiegosymphony org

4/14 Atomic Groove Happy Hour at The Belly Up, 5:30pm, every Friday. www bellyup com

4/14 The Exploits at My Yard Live, 6-9pm. www myyardlive com

4/14 Out at the Park at Petco Park, 6:40pm. www sdpride org

4/14 Los Ángeles Azules at Harrah’s Resort, 8pm. www harrahssocal com

4/14 The Spazmatics, Livin’ on a Prayer at The Belly Up, 9pm. www bellyup com

4/14 Foreigners Journey starring Constantine Maroulis at Moonlight Amphitheatre, 7:30pm. www moonlightstage com

4/14-16 Men’s Baseball: CSUSM Cougars vs. Cal Poly Pomona at CSUSM Baseball Field. www csusmcougars com

4/14-16 San Diego Opera presents: Ghosts at Balboa Theatre. www sdopera org

4/14-16 Coachella Music Festival (two weekends) www coachella com

4/15 Poway Valley Garden Club Annual Flower Show & Plant Sale at Old Poway Park, 9am-3pm. www poway org

4/15 Open House at Kumeyaay-Ipai Interpretive Center, 10am-1pm. www poway org

4/15 Bill Magee at The Flower Fields, 1-5pm. www theflowerfields com

4/15 YB Concert at Pechanga Resort Casino, 6pm. www pechanga com

4/15 Spiritbox at The Observatory North Park, 6pm. www ticketmaster com

4/15 West of 5 at The Landings, 6-9pm. www carlsbadlandings com

4/15 Bobby Detroit at My Yard Live, 6-9pm. www myyardlive com

4/15 The Garth Guy: The Ultimate Gath Brooks Tribute at Moonlight Amphitheatre, 7:30pm. www moonlightstage com

4/15 Tình Đâu – First Love at Harrah’s Resort, 8pm. www harrahssocal com

4/15 Latrice Royale, Bankrol Hayden at House of Blues San Diego. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/15 Band of Wolves at Mr. Peabody’s Bar & Grill, 9pm. www peabodysrocks com

4/15 Israel Vibration & Roots Radics, SM Familia at The Belly Up, 9pm. www bellyup com

4/15-16 Western Surfing Association Championship Tour Event at Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point. www surfwsa org

4/15-17 April in Paris Teas at Julian Tea & Cottage Arts, 10:30am. https://visitjulian com

4/16 Wine & A Bite Art Walk on Main Avenue in Fallbrook, 1-4pm. www fallbrookchamberofcommerce org

4/16 Sara Petite at The Flower Fields, 1-5pm. www theflowerfields com

4/16 Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea – 9th Annual Mariachi Festival at California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 3-5pm. www artcenter org

4/16 Circa Sonic at My Yard Live, 3-6pm. www myyardlive com

4/16 Chelsea Grin with Carnifex at House of Blues San Diego, 6pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/16 Murder City Devils at The Observatory North Park, 7pm. www ticketmaster com

4/16 Victor Wooten & The Wooten Brothers at The Belly Up, 8pm. www bellyup com

4/16 Jimmy Patton at Le Papagayo Carlsbad

4/17 John Bennett at Le Papagayo Carlsbad

4/17 Pouya at House of Blues San Diego, 6pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/17 jxdn at The Observatory North Park, 7pm. www ticketmaster com

4/17-19 San Diego Padres vs. Atlanta Braves at Petco Park. www mlb com/padres

4/17-23 Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart, Germany. www wtatennis com

4/17-23 TEB BNP Paribas Tennis Championship Istanbul in Istanbul, Turkey. www wtatennis com

4/18 Women’s Softball: San Diego State University Aztecs vs. UC San Diego at SDSU Softball Stadium, 5pm. www goaztecs com

4/18 Men’s Baseball: San Diego State University Aztecs vs. University of San Diego at Tony Gwynn Stadium, 6pm. www goaztecs com

4/19 Jackson Patrick at The Landings, 5-8pm. www carlsbadlandings com

4/19 Felly at House of Blues San Diego, 7pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/19 Gordon Lightfoot at Balboa Theatre, 8pm. www sandiegotheatres org

4/19 Chicken Bone Slim & the Biscuits at Mr. Peabody’s Bar & Grill, 9pm. www peabodysrocks com

4/19-5/14 Murder on the Links at North Coast Repertory Theatre. www northcoastrep org

4/20 420 Day

4/20 Raynaldo Martine at The Landings, 5-8pm. www carlsbadlandings com

4/20 Sam Morril at Balboa Theatre, 7pm. www sandiegotheatres org

4/20 Gipsy Kings feat. Tonino Baliardo at San Diego Civic Theatre, 8pm. www sandiegotheatres org

4/20 The Breeders at The Belly Up, 8pm. www bellyup com

4/20 2Lil 2Late at The Saddle Bar, 9:30pm-12:30am. www thesaddlebar com

4/20-23 Zurich Classic of New Orleans in Avondale, La. www pgatour com

4/20-23 The Classical Academies presents Aladdin Jr. at California Center for the Arts, Escondido. www artcenter org

4/21-23 Coachella Music Festival (two weekends) www coachella com

4/21 The Home Team, Becky Robinson at House of Blues San Diego. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/21 ‘90s Rock Party with Circa Sonic at The Landings, 6-9pm. www carlsbadlandings com

4/21 Wage War at The Observatory North Park, 7pm. www ticketmaster com

4/21 Bonneville 7 at Mainstream Bar & Grill, 7-11pm. www bonnevilleseven com

4/21 Music by the Sea: Sejin Park at Encinitas Library, 7:30pm. www encinitasca gov/concerts

4/21 The Highwayman Show, Kimmi Bitter at The Belly Up, 9pm. www bellyup com

4/21-22 Jean-Yves Thibaudet plays Debussy at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 7:30pm. www sandiegosymphony org

4/21-23 Women’s Softball: San Diego State University Aztecs vs. University of New Mexico at SDSU Softball Stadium. www goaztecs com

4/21-23 Men’s Baseball: San Diego State University Aztecs vs. University of Nevada at Tony Gwynn Stadium. www goaztecs com

4/21-23 La Jolla Concours d’Elegance at Ellen Browning Park. www lajollaconcours com

4/21-23 Shen Yun at San Diego Civic Theatre. www sandiegotheatres org

4/22 Earth Day

4/22 Daring Greatly at Brooks Theatre in Oceanside www oceansidetheatre org

4/22 Hard Corps Race Series: Heartbreak Ridge Run at Camp Pendleton. www pendleton usmc-mccs org

4/22 Scholastic Surf Series: Middle School Division 1 at Avalanche Beach, Ocean Beach. www surfsss org

4/22 Creek to Bay Cleanup at cleanup sites around San Diego County. www creektobay org

4/22 Student Art Festival at Old Poway Park, 10am-2pm. www poway org

4/22 Earth Day Festival at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens, 10am-3pm. www altavistabotanicalgardens org

4/22 Spring Food Truck Festival at Bates Nut Farm, 11am-3pm. www batesnutfarm biz

4/22 Bonneville 7 at Pour House Oceanside, 5-8pm. www bonnevilleseven com

4/22 Silverstein at The Observatory North Park, 6pm. www ticketmaster com

4/22 Custard Pie at The Landings, 6-9pm. www carlsbadlandings com

4/22 Sometimes Julie at My Yard Live, 6-9pm. www myyardlive com

4/22 VV at House of Blues San Diego, 7pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/22 The Drifters at Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 8pm. www powayonstage org

4/22 America at Pechanga Resort Casino, 8pm. www pechanga com

4/22 LP Classics at Mr. Peabody’s Bar & Grill, 9pm. www peabodysrocks com

4/22-23 Spring Craft Fair at Bates Nut Farm. www batesnutfarm biz

4/22-23 BritPop at Balboa Theatre. www sandiegotheatres org

4/22-23 Earth Day Campout at Lake Poway. www poway org

4/23 Scholastic Surf Series: Middle School Division 2 at Avalanche Beach, Ocean Beach. www surfsss org

4/23 The Heartbeat Happening Classic Car Show at Bates Nut Farm, 9am-2:30pm.

www batesnutfarm biz

4/23 36th Annual Fallbrook Avocado Festival on Main Avenue, 9am-5pm.

www fallbrookchamberofcommerce org

4/23 Cool Rush at The Flower Fields, 1-5pm. www theflowerfields com

4/23 San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus presents BritPop at Balboa Theatre, 3-5pm.

www sdpride org

4/23 The Younger Cole Band at My Yard Live, 3-6pm. www myyardlive com

4/23 Real Friends & Knuckle Puck at House of Blues San Diego, 6:30pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/24 Latin Fusion Dance Masterclass with Carlos Mendoza at California Center for the Arts, Escondido. www artcenter org

4/24-25 I’m Not a Comedian…I’m Lenny Bruce at North Coast Repertory Theatre, 7:30pm. www northcoastrep org

4/25 Men’s Baseball: San Diego State University Aztecs vs. UC Irvine at Tony Gwynn Stadium, 6pm. www goaztecs com

4/25 San Diego Music Awards at Humphreys by the Bay, 7pm. www sandiegomusicawards com

4/25 LN & Belly Up present Lukas Nelson & POTR at The Observatory North Park, 7pm. www ticketmaster com

4/25-26 Melissa Etheridge at The Belly Up, 8pm. www bellyup com

4/25-5/7 Mutua Madrid Open in Madrid, Spain. www wtatennis com

4/26 Music Connects in East San Diego County at Sycuan Casino: Live & Up-close Theatre, 12:30pm. www sandiegosymphony org

4/26 Jeremy Passion, Jesse Barrera, Gabe Bondoc & Albert Posis at House of Blues San Diego, 7pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/27 Noahfinnce, Party101 with Matt Bennett at House of Blues San Diego. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/27 Philharmonia Fantastique at Jacobs Music Center, 11:30am. www sandiegosymphony org

4/27 Blame Betty at The Saddle Bar, 9:30pm-12:30am. www thesaddlebar com

4/27-28 Dawes at The Belly Up. www bellyup com

4/27-30 Mexico Open at Vidanta in Vallarta, Mexico. www pgatour com

4/27-5/7 She Kills Monsters at MiraCosta College. www miracosta edu/buytix

4/28 The Plot In You at House of Blues San Diego, 6pm.

www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/28 The Traveling Nobodies at My Yard Live, 6-9pm. www myyardlive com

4/28 The Smokin’ Guns at The Landings, 6-9pm. www carlsbadlandings com

4/28 Música en la Plaza: Manny Cepeda & his orchestra quartet at California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 7:30-9pm. www artcenter org

4/28-30 Men’s Baseball: CSUSM Cougars vs. Cal State East Bay at CSUSM Baseball

Field. www csusmcougars com

4/28-30 Men’s Baseball: San Diego State University Aztecs vs. University of Nevada

Las Vegas at Tony Gwynn Stadium. www goaztecs com

4/28-30 Del Sur Kennel Club Dog Show at Bates Nut Farm, 9am-5pm.

www batesnutfarm biz

4/28-5/7 Star Theatre Coast Kids present: The Little Mermaid at Star Theatre.

www startheatreco com

4/29-30 Girl Scout Day: Daisies & Brownies at The Flower Fields, 9-11am.

www theflowerfields com

4/29 Scholastic Surf Series: Middle School Division 1 at Ponto Beach, Carlsbad.

www surfsss org

4/29 Adams Avenue Unplugged from University Heights to Normal Heights & Kensington, 12-10pm. www adamsavenueunplugged com

4/29 SoCal Taco Fest at Waterfront Park, 12-10pm. www socaltacofest com

4/29 Rolling Heartbreakers at The Landings, 6-9pm. www carlsbadlandings com

4/29 Deluded Blues at My Yard Live, 6-9pm. www myyardlive com

4/29 Daisy the Great at House of Blues San Diego, 7pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/29 Noel Miller at Balboa Theatre, 8pm & 10:30pm. www sandiegotheatres org

4/29 Beatles vs. Stones at The Belly Up, 9pm. www bellyup com

4/29-30 Encinitas Spring Street Fair on South Coast Highway 101. www encinitas101.com

4/29-30 Mission Federal ArtWalk in Little Italy. www artwalksandiego org

4/29-30 Center Cabaret at California Center for the Arts, Escondido. www artcenter org

4/29-30 San Diego Padres vs. San Francisco Giants in Mexico City, Mexico.

www mlb com/padres

4/30 Scholastic Surf Series: Middle School Division 2 at Ponto Beach, Carlsbad.

www surfsss org

4/30 The Cream of Clapton Band at Balboa Theatre, 7pm. www sandiegotheatres org

4/30 DB.Boutabag at House of Blues San Diego, 7pm. www houseofblues com/sandiego

4/30 The Music of Crosby Stills Nash & Young with Back to the Garden & Friends at The Belly Up, 7pm. www bellyup com

MAY

5/1 Rauw Alejandro at Pechanga Arena San Diego, 8pm. www pechangaarenasd com

5/1-2 My Life with Will: An Evening with Will Shakespeare & James Sutorius at North Coast Repertory Theatre, 7:30pm. www northcoastrep org

San Diego Theatres (Balboa Theatre and Civic Theatre)

April 4-5 Alvin Ailey American Dance at Civic

April 8 Hershey Felder as George Gershwin at Balboa

April 11- 13 Riverdance at Civic

April 21-23 Shen Yun at Civic

May 2 David Sedaris at Balboa

May 6-7 Taylor Tomlinson at Civic

May 9 – 13 1776 The Musical at Civic

May 20 Complexions Contemporary Ballet at Civic

May 20-21 Eight to the Barre: Ft Sue Palmer at Balboa

June 15 Samantha Bee at Balboa

June 27- July 9 Six the Musical at Civic

July 25-30 Tina the Tina Turner Musical at Civic Balboa Theatre is located at 868 Fourth Ave., San Diego. The San Diego Civic Theatre is located at Civic Center Plaza, San Diego 92101. For tickets or more information, call (619) 570-1100 or visit www.sandiegotheatres.org.

New Village Arts Theatre

The Roommate

Written by Jen Silverman

Directed by Samantha Ginn

April 1-23

The Odd Couple meets Breaking Bad in this wickedly funny comedy. With a recent divorce and her son living across the country, Sharon posts a listing for a roommate to fill the empty space of her Iowa home. Enter Robyn, a fascinating woman who needs a place to hide and the chance to start over. When Sharon begins to uncover Robyn’s secrets, she taps into a deep-seated desire to abandon her comfort zone and live a life of danger and adventure. THE ROOMMATE cleverly navigates the rocky roads of change and hilariously examines what happens when the wheels come off.

Singin’ In The Rain

Directed by AJ Knox

May 20-July 2

Perfect for any fan of the golden age of movie musicals! The “Greatest Movie Musical of All Time” is faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green from their original awardwinning screenplay in SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN. Each unforgettable scene, song, and dance is accounted for, including the showstopping title number. In true NVA fashion, our production will offer a wholly unique take on this beloved musical comedy.

New Village Arts Theatre is located at 2787 State Street, Carlsbad 92008. Box office (760) 433-3245 or visit www. newvillagearts.org.

Carlsbad Village Faire

May 7, 8am-5pm

North County’s largest oneday street fair returns to Carlsbad Village from 8am to 5pm on May 7. Carlsbad Village Faire draws visitors from all over southern California and beyond. It features more than 750 unique vendors with a little of everything: arts & crafts, antiques, unique clothing, items from around the world, and more. Children’s rides, an international food center, and an old-fashioned pancake breakfast guarantee that you’ll find fun for the whole family.

The fair stretches east to west from Carlsbad Boulevard to Jefferson Street and north to south from Beech Avenue to Carlsbad Village Drive. Parking is limited, so visitors are encouraged to use complimentary shuttles that run to and from the fair every 15 minutes.

Shuttle pick-up locations are at the northwest corner of Sears at Shoppes at Carlsbad Plaza Camino Real, and at the Poinsettia Coaster Station. There is a limited amount of handicap parking throughout the event. For more information, visit www.kennedyfaires.com/carlsbad.

Encinitas Cruise Night

May 18, 5:30-7:30pm

From May to September, Encinitas Cruise Night brings the finest hot rods, foreign automobiles, classic cars, and Woodies to the streets on the third Thursday of each month. Attendees can enjoy a combination of historic cars and live music on South Coast Highway 101 between D and K Streets.

The first event of 2023 is set for 5:30 to 7:30pm on May 18, next is June 15, July 20, and the last is August 8. Attending car clubs include North County Cruisers

on F Street, the Broncos Club on G Street, and JEJ Customs, Inc. Car Club on H Street. There are live music performances at various locations along 101 including the Lumberyard Courtyard Stage. Every car in attendance is eligible for awards and there is no cost for displaying or viewing the cars. Parking is limited, so attendees are encouraged to arrive early. For more information, call (760) 943-1950 or visit www. encinitas101.com.

Cruisin’ Grand Escondido April-September

Escondido’s Grand Avenue is the place to be on Friday nights through September, as the streets are taken over by a parade of pre-1970s automobiles for Cruisin’ Grand. All kinds of vintage autos – from American Hot Rods, Classics, Antiques, and Customs – span seven blocks of the city’s downtown area. In addition to classic cars, attendees can also enjoy all that downtown Escondido has to offer, including great restaurants, breweries and pubs, stores, boutiques, and live performance venues.

It’s widely known that Cruisin’ Grand was Steve Waldron’s idea. Steve used to cruise Valley Parkway on

Friday and Saturday nights in the ‘70s. He’d go to the T-Bird Diner and think what a shame it was that the hot rods were parked instead of cruising. He started to think that “Grand Avenue was an exceptional street to have a cruise on, a street with great ambience.” The City and Escondido Police Department quickly got on board and their support has been crucial to the success of Cruisin’ Grand.

Cruisin’ Grand takes place on Grand Avenue, from Orange Street to Ivy Street, in downtown Escondido. For more information, visit www.cruisingrand.net

World Class Cars at La Jolla Concours d’Elegance

April 21-23

The La Jolla Concours d’Elegance is back as the jewel of the West Coast to celebrate another year of automotive excellence. Presented by LPL Financial and Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty, the annual springtime event has earned a reputation as one of the finest internationally renowned classic automobile showcases in the United States.

The Concours d’Elegance showcases more than 125

automobiles at La Jolla Cove, set against a breathtaking backdrop of the Pacific Ocean. Past years have showcased horseless carriages, Italian marques, British marques, woodies, 50s classics, American sports cars, and the automobiles of Carroll Shelby. This year’s featured marque is the Dusenberg.

There is plenty of other entertainment for spectators to enjoy while meandering through the sea of fine automotive specimens. Spectators can relax in sweet bliss at the Champagne and Honey Tasting Garden, and live music rounds out the festivities.

All proceeds benefit La Jolla Historical Society, an organization with a mission to preserve the history of La Jolla. Ellen Browning Scripps Park is located at 1100 Coast Blvd., La Jolla. For more information, call (619) 233-5008 or visit www.lajollaconcours.com.

Save Hundreds or Thousands of Dollars By Having Dental Work Done In Tijuana

By Andy Lee

I have a very good dental plan, but it doesn’t cover gums, molar crowns, some root canals, bridges, etc. I recently cracked the porcelain of a 15-year old crown and it wasn’t covered under my dental insurance. I called a few San Diego dental offices and was quoted between $1,100–$1,500 for a porcelain over metal crown.

I went online to look at dentist reviews, and found a dentist in Tijuana, Shirley Baker, D.D.S. She was advertising permanent porcelain crowns for $320. Her English-speaking receptionist convinced me that I should give it a try. The next morning I drove to the border, parked my car on the U.S. side, and walked across. It’s a bit of a walk and you should bring a friend. The dental office had a yellow taxi waiting for me (no charge). The driver spoke perfect English and in 5 minutes we arrived at the office. There was a coffee shop on the first floor lobby. The elevator attendant opened the elevator door for me. The elevator door opened, and across the hall, Dr. Baker’s office looked just as nice as any dental office in the U.S., and better than most, with all the latest equipment.

I filled out a detailed dental history form. There was a woman sitting next to me and told me her husband was getting a root canal and that they have been coming here for six years. They too live in San Diego. Dr. Baker and everyone there spoke perfect English and were very professional. After an X-ray the doctor and hygienist went to work. They gave me headphones to listen to music. After removing the cracked crown she took another X-ray because she found a large cavity below the gum line under the old crown. She proceeded to remove the decay, filled the cavity, took an impression for a new crown, and gave me a temporary crown. I returned in 10 days for the permanent crown, and it looks more natural than my other two crowns. Total cost was $320 plus $50 for the filling. I saved over $1,000. A taxi drove me back to the border (no charge). I saved over $1,000 and the experience was great. Here is Dr. Shirley Baker’s number (619) 270-2165. Please let them know you read about this in the North County Sun.

13th Annual Taste of Cardiff

May 4, 5:30-8:30pm

Cardiff 101 Main Street presents the 13th Annual Taste of Cardiff from 5:30 to 8:30pm on May 4. The community is invited to celebrate local culinary flavors and crafted libations that make Cardiff-by-the-Sea so unique. There are food samples, drinks, and live musical performances.

More than 14 local restaurants are whipping up divine tastes for guests’ enjoyment and votes. During the event, guests can help name the winner of the coveted Morgan Mallory Golden Fork Award. Sip Stops offer samples of North County’s finest beer, wine, cocktails in a can, Kombucha, hard seltzers, and coffee. Each Sip Stop is hosted by a local business, which means that guests have a chance to check out Cardiff shops as well. Recent participating eateries included VG Donut and Bakery, East Coast Pizza, Pizza Port, Ashland Hard Seltzer, and Duckfoot Brewing Company. Tickets are now available, and it is recommended to purchase them early, as this event sells out quickly. Visitors are encouraged to walk, bike, or Uber/Lyft to the event. Electra Bicycle Company is sponsoring a bike valet at the corner of Chesterfield Drive and San Elijo Avenue. Parking is not permitted in Cardiff Town Center, but there is parking available at the Plastino Building at 2533 S. Coast Highway 101. For more information or tickets, visit www.cardiff101.com. Photos courtesy of Cardiff 101. @cardiff101mainstreet.

Escondido Street Festival

May 21, 10am-6pm

The Escondido Street Festival, formerly known as the Grand Avenue Festival, returns to downtown Escondido on May 21. Hosted by the Downtown Business Association (DBA), the family-friendly festival takes place on Grand Avenue, allowing easy access to Escondido’s downtown storefronts.

On the street, there is live entertainment, musical performances, arts and crafts, food from around the world, and several vendor booths. It runs from 10am to 6pm. For more information, visit www.downtownescondido.com/events

14th Annual North Park Festival of Beers

April 1, 12-4pm

April fools? Nope! The North Park Festival of Beers returns for the 14th year to bring local brewers, food, and music together. The event features more than 50 local breweries, along with arts and crafts vendors, food booths, and live music! The Festival of Beers takes place from noon to 4pm, on April 1, in front of the historic Lafayette Hotel.

Tickets range from $40 GA to $60 VIP. They can be purchased online in advance or at the corner of Mississippi Street and El Cajon Boulevard on the day of the event. VIP early entry admission starts at noon and features additional sampling opportunities from participating breweries. General admission entry opens at 1pm. Part of the proceeds from the festival benefit the San Diego Music Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports access to music instruction in San Diego public schools.

The festival takes place at 2223 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego. For tickets and more information, visit www. northparkbeerfest.com.

The Fallbrook Avocado Festival

April 23, 9-5pm

Fallbrook, California has long been known for growing avocados and sharing its love for them at their annual Avocado Street Festival. Held each year in the spring, this festival highlights the community’s agricultural roots in a friendly, small-town atmosphere. Hundreds of booths line Fallbrook’s Main Avenue, attracting thousands of people for a day of fun, food, music, and avocado-themed contests. This year’s festival will be held on Sunday, April 23, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

There’s never a dull moment at the festival, which offers entertainment and activities for everyone.

Local music performances at both the Main Stage Beer and Wine Garden and the Community Stage are provided for your enjoyment. Contests abound at the Fallbrook Avocado Festival, including Best-dressed Avocado, children’s avocado derby racing called the “Avocado 500”, Best Guacamole, Little Mr. and Miss Fallbrook, Avocado Holding Contest and Avocado Costume Contest!

Vendors are encouraged to have avocado-themed products, foods and specialty goods. A favorite is the “official guacamole” of the festival made

by local provider Holy Guacamole. Though avocados are the celebrated food of the day, you will find a wide variety of dining options at the festival. Those with a sweet-tooth will find an array of desserts offered at the festival, including ice cream, funnel cakes, and cookies. Plenty of ice-cold drinks are available at the booths as well, including ice cold beer and local wine in the Main Stage area.

Don’t expect to leave the Fallbrook Avocado Festival empty-handed. With over 450 booths, there’s a lot of shopping available. Unique crafts, jewelry, bath and body products, clothing and more! There is a Farmers Market area in the festival where you can find avocados, a variety of locally grown fruits and vegetables, as well as gorgeous flowers, plants, and herbs. The Artisan Walk on Alvarado features local handmade artisan goods and foods. The Fallbrook Avocado Festival takes place in downtown Fallbrook. Convenient shuttles are available. Check the website for shuttle stops and parking and more information on www.fallbrookchamberofcommerce.org.

Vista Strawberry Festival

May 28, Sunday, 8am-6pm

The Vista Strawberry Festival returns to historic downtown Vista on May 29. There are activities for all ages to enjoy, including live entertainment, carnival rides, a 5K, kids’ runs, and a variety of contests. The event is free and open to the public. This year’s festival features hundreds of vendors along Main Street. Throughout the day, there is live music, a pie-eating contest, costume contest, and poster contest. Competitive attendees are also invited to test their strength and endurance in more unique contests, such as beer stein holding and unraveling a wadded frozen T-shirt. Girls

under 10 can win prizes by competing in the Little Miss Strawberry Shortcake pageant as well.

The festival kicks off with the 5K Strawberry Run, starting at 7:30am. The 3.1-mile course is scenic and mostly flat. All participants receive a commemorative event T-shirt, custom medal, fun-filled goodie bag, fresh strawberries, and a free beer in the beer garden (for ages 21 and older). The 5K is followed by two kids’ runs on 1-mile and 1/4-mile courses.

For more information, visit www.vistastrawberryfest.com and follow the Strawberry Festival on social media @vistastrawberryfestival.

California Wine Festival at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort

June 24, 1-4pm

The quintessential California wine tasting experience is where sun, sea, food, wine, and music all come together. With the shimmering Pacific Ocean beyond Park Hyatt Aviara Resort’s tennis lawn, the California Wine Festival offers a selection of hundreds of fine wines, regional craft brews, and culinary delights to sample.

On June 23, wine afficionados won’t want to miss the Sunset Rare and Reserve event in Park Hyatt Aviara Resort’s Palm Courtyard. The evening begins with a champagne reception, followed by a sampling of hard-tofind wines, including some that are already out of circulation. Enjoy live pop music while sipping the night away.

The Beachside Wine Festival, on June 24, features a white-topped tent village offering samplings of wine, beer, artisanal cheeses, breads, olives, chocolates, cakes, and more. Some of past year’s participating wineries were Adobe Road Winery, Alexander Valley Vineyards, Barlow Vineyards, Bernardus Carmel Valley, Cuvaison, Gloria Ferrer, Goldschmidt Vineyards, Navarro Vineyards, Russian River Vineyards, Sojourn Cellars, and Wilson Creek Winery and Vineyards. Live music featuring reggae and calypso beats keep guests sipping and swaying to the music.

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort is located at 7100 Aviara Resort Drive, Carlsbad. For more information and tickets, visit www.californiawinefestival.com.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Casa de Bandini

May 5

Spend Cinco de Mayo at one of North County’s most beloved Mexican restaurants

– Casa de Bandini! Festivities will include performances by Ballet Folklórico dancers and roaming mariachis playing popular Mexican ballads, along with delicious specials on food and drinks in a romantic Mexico-inspired atmosphere.

In the spirit of the holiday, try Bandini’s festive “Cincorita” margarita—strawberry, Midori (melon-flavored liqueur) and lime in layers of green, white and red, paying homage to the Mexican flag. Guests can also keep it classic with a birdbath margarita, served in a 32-ounce glass, where various flavor options and a selection of more than 90 of the most popular tequilas join forces to create some

of the best and most refreshing margaritas you’ll find anywhere in San Diego.

Pair your favorite celebration cocktail with the delicious flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine. Casa de Bandini’s award-winning dishes are made with fresh ingredients, handmade tortillas and traditional regional recipes — accompanied by 14 salsas and sauces made daily. Chef Ignacio prepares authentic specialties including Enchiladas del Mar, Carne Asada Tampiqueña and Tequila Lime Shrimp, a famous creation introduced by Casa de Bandini in the 1980s and a favorite ever since. Spend this colorful holiday at Casa de Bandini, where old-world Mexico comes to life!

Casa de Bandini is located at 1901 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, 92009 in The Forum Carlsbad. Call (760) 634-3443 or visit www. casadebandini.com.

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RANCHO SANTA FE PLAZA ~

Harvest Ranch Market

It’s all about spring, sunnier days, Easter, and Mother’s Day at Rancho Santa Fe Plaza’s anchor, Harvest Ranch Market. Harvest Ranch is a purveyor of fine foods, gourmet deli meats, poultry, seafood, salads, organic fruit and produce, international cheeses, wines and products of the world. They prepare dinners in store for you to pick up and take home. Just heat and serve their amazing precooked meals. Feel free to call the store for more details at (760) 944-6898.

Locally owned and operated, Harvest Ranch features a full-service butcher shop with premium Brandt Beef and Snake River Farms Idaho Kobe Beef, Diestel Turkeys, midwestern pork, milk-fed veal, Colorado lamb, fresh air-chilled chicken and sushi-grade seafood. Their deli kitchens specialize in all natural, made-from-scratch, restaurant quality

Original Pancake House

The Original Pancake House is a third generation restaurant that originated in Portland, Oregon. Their signature breakfast dishes include The Dutch Baby, Mushroom Omelet with mushroom sherry sauce, and their Apple Pancakes. They’ve been the locals’ choice for the ultimate breakfast in San Diego ever since they opened their first franchise in San Diego in 1979. They are located in Encinitas, Vista, San Diego, Poway, and Temecula.

Their world famous original recipes are inspired from all over the world, and incorporate the very finest ingredients, such as USDA AA grade butter, pure 36% whipping cream, fresh grade AA eggs, hard wheat unbleached flour, and their own homemade sourdough starter recipe. Their bat-

Firenze Trattoria

Firenze is celebrating their 28th anniversary this year. They are winners of the Diners Choice Award from Open Table and have won numerous awards over the years, including Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, and Best Italian by Ranch and Coast. Their longevity speaks volumes about their cuisine and service. As owner/restaurateur, Barry Podwell, explains, “We don’t have the luxury of having spectacular ocean views like so many restaurants along the coast, so our food has to be very good to keep us here all these years.”

It’s true. Firenze Trattoria may not have the ocean, but it certainly does have spectacular food.

Firenze Trattoria’s authentic Italian cuisine evokes the romance and flavors of Italy’s Tuscany coast. The menu includes an extensive lineup of local favorites with too many to list; but we especially recommend their signature Lasagne

Browse, Shop, Dine

foods and a sandwich deli featuring Boar’s Head Brand deli meats and cheeses and a wide selection of homemade salads.  They offer sandwiches, salads and bakery items daily. They have online ordering through their website deli page and will deliver to your home or office. There’s a minimum $50 purchase required. The produce department features a variety of organic and local produce, as well as imported produce from South America.

Their wine department is second to none and each store has a team of experienced wine connoisseurs. They offer full service catering for all occasions, inclusive of any items from their store. Delivery options are also available to the greater Rancho Santa Fe and Encinitas areas Monday through Saturday. Harvest Ranch Market is located in the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza at 162 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas

ters and sauces are made fresh daily in each restaurant’s kitchen; and their coffee is their own special blend. Try the Original Pancake House’s special thick sliced bacon and their amazing omelets. We highly recommend their gourmet cherry Kijafa crepes. If you’ve never tried The Original Pancake House, you’re long overdue; and if you’re already a regular, then you know what we’re talking about. Experience the flavor, the atmosphere, the attention to quality and service, and the ultimate breakfast favorite for San Diegans for over 40 years. The Original Pancake House is located in Rancho Santa Fe Plaza at 160 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 943-1939 or visit www.originalpancakehouse.com.

Firenze. Every Italian restaurant boasts about their lasagna, but this one is truly special. It’s hard to see the layers of ricotta cheese, a mixture of beef, chicken, and sausage, fresh Roma tomato, mushroom, and parmesan atop marinara sauce, because it’s completely covered with a very light and creamy béchamel sauce. It’s absolutely delicious. Other recommended dishes include: Calamari Fritti Antipasti, with lightly battered, deep fried calamari served with piquant marinara sauce; Risotto Portofino, grilled jumbo shrimp served with artichoke hearts and asparagus, surrounding a center mound of risotto. From Filet Mignon al Casino to Butternut Squash Ravioli, you just can’t miss.

Happy Hour is 4-6:30pm Mon-Sun with a popular discounted bar menu for food, wine, cocktails, and beer. Mondays offer 1/2 off bottles of wine. Please call ahead to confirm.

Meritage Wine Market and Tasting Room

Celebrating 21 years, Meritage opened in 2002, and has evolved into a multi-level wine experience. Whether you are looking for that perfect Mother’s Day gift, or need a great bottle of wine or Champagne for dinner, Meritage is known for its exemplary customer service and personal touch. Meritage is actively involved with multiple charity organizations and events, including Make-A-Wish San Diego and their annual Wine & Wishes Tasting Event. They have won multiple awards over the past twenty-one years, including “Best Wine Shop in San Diego.”

Springtime is a time for Whites and Light Reds, so call for details for their April 14th spring event. Their Legends of Spain event is on April 20th. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 6pm, and closed Monday, the staff at

Champagne French Bakery Café

Champagne has been serving a fusion of modern and traditional French cuisine since 1987 and has locations in Del Mar Highlands, Encinitas, and Carmel Mountain. Using local, fresh ingredients, and crafting authentic cuisine has contributed to their success and allows them to offer a growing number of quality French dishes, and baked goods for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a variety of traditional desserts. They have an assortment of coffees, teas, breads, croissants, cheese Danish, pastries, cakes, tarts, scones, cookies, sandwiches, salads and soups. They are famous for their pastries, including a variety of croissants, custard brioche, cinnamon roll, raisin scone (one of our favorites), and orange cranberry muffin. Desserts include such delights as: Napoleon, which is a crispy puffed pastry layered with

Meritage Wine Market is ready to help you find the perfect bottle of wine or Champagne to go with your very special dinner or event. Meritage invites you to stop in and enjoy tasting a selection of different wines from their Enomatic Wine Tasting Machines, while relaxing on their outdoor patio.  Weekly tastings are themed and held every Friday night from 6 to 8pm and include wines from all over the world for you to enjoy. Meritage presents intimate wine seminars and dinners in their private Cellar Room several times a month, in addition to hosting a wine school. Ask about their Wine of the Month Club. Meritage is located in the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza at 162 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 479-2500 or visit their website at www.meritagewinemarket.com.

vanilla cream and topped with fondant and chocolate; crème brulee; vanilla éclair; bread pudding; and chocolate dipped strawberries. They also serve cakes, tarts, and cookies. One of our favorites is their raspberry cookie, which is two soft cookies sandwiched with raspberry preserves and half is dipped in dark chocolate.

Try Champagne French Bakery Café for lunch under an umbrella in front of the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza clock tower and fountain. Sandwiches include a wonderful assortment of French Dip, Turkey Florentine Panini, Turkey Brie Panini, and Chicken Pesto. They also serve delicious salads and soups. Champagne Bakery is in the Rancho Santa Fe Plaza next to Harvest Ranch Market at 162 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 944-9446 or visit www.champagnebakery.com.

92014. Visit www.harvestranchmarkets.com or follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Firenze

Trattoria is located at 162 South Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Encinitas 92024. Call (760) 944-9000 or visit www.firenzetrattoria.com.

Headliners include: Terrence Simien, Michael Doucet, Tom Rigney & Flambeau, Cedric Watson, Rick Estrin & The Nightcats, The Blood Brothers, Johnny Sansone, Kid Ramos & The 44's, The Revelers, Rusty Metoyer & The Zydeco Krush, Joanna Conner, Whitney Shay, Bill Magee Blues Band, Sue Palmer & Her Motel Swing Orchestra and many more!

Dining, Sipping, and Drinking

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort

Let your culinary fancies take flight with signature dining experiences at Park Hyatt Aviara. This coastal resort offers an array of fresh locally inspired cuisine set within Carlsbad’s only Forbes Five Star luxury resort. Experience Pacific Point, the resort’s lobby lounge, offering spacious indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the expansive gardens. Guests can indulge in live music on select evenings and a variety of menu offerings from land and sea. Indulge in our unique sushi menu offered every evening. Sip on signature cocktails including the Yuzo Jalepeno Popsicle featuring herradura blanco, fresh pressed yuzu juice and a handcrafted jalaro jalapeno popsicle. The resort’s signature restaurant, Ponto Lago, offers a refined modern setting featuring Baja-inspired cuisine and specialty cocktails composed of mezcal and tequila. Offering breakfast and dinner,

Casa de Bandini

Diane Powers’ Mexican restaurant Casa de Bandini is the go-to spot for North County residents looking for a fiesta especially during Cinco de Mayo! Cinco de Mayo festivities will include performances by Ballet Folklórico dancers and a wandering Mariachi band, with amazing food and drink specials. Make your reservations early. This festive eatery draws San Diegans from all across the county to its location in The Forum Carlsbad for its vibrant dining rooms, lush patios, mouth-watering Mexican cuisine and giant margaritas.

Some of the restaurant’s specialties include Enchiladas del Mar, Carne Asada Tampiqueña and Tequila Lime Shrimp, a famous creation introduced by Casa de Bandini in the 1980s that’s been a favorite ever since. The dish includes Pacific wild shrimp sautéed with tequila, lime and butter, then seasoned with garlic, crushed chili and cilantro atop arroz Amarillo, and served with a side of black beans. Casa de Bandini has an abundant selection of creative, healthy

Dave’s Hot Chicken

If you haven’t tried Dave’s Hot Chicken, you’re truly missing out. Dave’s Hot Chicken was created by friends Dave Kopushyan, Arman Ognesyan, and Tommy and Gary Rubenyan. Chef Dave went tasting and searching for the best tasting fried chicken. In 2017 the small group of friends, with $900 put together a small stand in a parking lot in East Hollywood, and the rest is history. Their juicy, tender, large portions of their spicy fried chicken sliders and tenders have attracted celebrity investors like Drake, Michael Strahan, Samuel L Jackson, and others! There are now Dave’s Hot Chicken locations across the US, including New York City, one in Toronto Canada, and now, since 2020 there are five locations in San Diego.

If you’re looking for the most tender, juicy, and spicy deep fried chicken, Dave’s is the place! They offer seven levels of heat: no spice, lite mild, mild, medium, hot, extra hot, and reaper, which is made

Pelly’s Fish Market and Grill

Stock up on the freshest fish selections, whole or filet, for Easter or Mother’s Day! Pelly’s is one of the original fresh fish markets in Coastal North County, and remains the “Local’s Choice” for spring and summer indoor and outdoor dining, and fresh seafood shopping. Located just steps from Carlsbad State Beach, Pelly’s has a new kitchen, new fresh fish display cases, and an expanded dining room with comfortable chairs. Pelly’s now offers new delicious editions, including fish and chips, shrimp and chips, poke bowls, and draft beers and wine. Try their fried combo plate complete with fish and chips, a crabcake, and fried shrimp. Truly amazing! Enjoy delicious char-grilled fish, a huge fresh fish selection, or customize a seafood platter for a party or barbecue. Their food is excellent and their fresh fish market is always stocked with your favorites, including local catch. It’s the perfect place for a late breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and the perfect choice for the

Tony’s Jacal

Tony’s Jacal is one of the most lively places to be on Cinco de Mayo, and one of the most wonderful places to be with mom on Mother’s Day. Both days are sure to be fun and exciting, especially the bar, so try to get there early to avoid waiting for a table. Tony’s is one of the most classic, famous, and historic Mexican restaurants and cantinas in San Diego. You never know who you might see there; including celebrities, horse owners, and jockeys. According to Zagat, “Tony’s Jacal is one of the most authentic north of the border Mexican restaurants.” Taste the flavors of old Mexico and enjoy the history of one of the first Mexican restaurants in San Diego. Tony’s Jacal (pronounced hakal) is one of San Diego’s oldest and most treasured Mexican restaurants. Located in Solana Beach, Tony’s Jacal is a historic San Diego landmark which opened its doors in 1946 as a small neighborhood house where neighbors would stop by for a delicious meal. Its reputation increased over the years because their

Veneto’s Cucina Italiana

If you’re looking for charm and classic Italian, this is the place to be Easter Sunday and Mother’s Day. Seating is limited, so call and make your holiday reservations at Veneto’s Cucina Italiana, on N. Coast Hwy in Oceanside (near the Oceanside/California Welcome Center). And, make a toast to mom on Mother’s Day! Restaurateur and owner of this lovely restaurant, Pino, brings his Italian accent, charm, and his heart and soul to the restaurant every day to make sure that his guests have the most memorable, classic, and authentic Italian culinary experience ever. You’ll find flowers on every table and a wonderful selection of Pino’s favorite wines. Veneto’s has a full bar, serving great drinks, cocktails, and wine, as well as imported, domestic and local beers, and real Italian espresso.

Veneto’s is the place where lovers meet, friends reminisce, and

daily guests can enjoy a show kitchen allowing you to get an inside look behind the scenes bringing Chef’s creations to center stage. Dine overlooking the 18th green at Ember & Rye, a collaboration with acclaimed chef, restaurateur, author and television personality Richard Blais. This culinary experience specialize in vintage steaks and fresh seafood with a classic California design. Dine on the spacious terrace or select from three unique private indoor venues offering seating from 12 guests in The Studio, up to 55 guests in The Parlor or up to 80 guests in The Gallery. Playful and colorful décor will give the space a modern-day country club feel, while a mix of vibrant colors and quirky, bold patterns carries a sense of west coast nostalgia. Experience the flavors of Aviara and plan your next gathering today. Visit www. parkhyattavira.com or contact the resort directly at (760) 448-1234.

Mexican salads and vegetarian choices, and 50 gluten-free items. Casa de Bandini also offers an extensive selection of more than 90 premium tequilas, over 15 specialty hand-made margaritas and, of course, its famous “birdbath” margaritas! Visit the Cantina every Monday through Friday, 3–5 p.m. for $7.95 margaritas and specials on shareable plates.

In addition to authentic food and décor, Casa de Bandini hosts live musical performances every weekend. Request your favorite Spanish song or a birthday serenade from these world-class strolling Mariachi musicians Thursday to Saturday from 5:30–8:30pm and Sunday from 2–5:30 pm. With authentic Mexican cuisine, beautifully decorated dining rooms and a spectacular outdoor patio, Casa de Bandini is the premier destination for all kinds of festive gatherings including birthday parties, banquets and graduation celebrations. Casa de Bandini is located at 1901 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, 92009

from Carolina Reaper peppers, the hottest in the world! We recently tried the medium, and even the medium had a little burn, which was nice. We ordered their slider/tender combo with crinkle cut fries. The juicy chicken breast fillets were large and tasty. We ordered our sliders with cheese and mixed honey with Dave’s dipping sauce (as the staff recommended). Very nice. The flavors of sweet and spicy danced around our mouths. We also tried a vanilla shake. If you like shakes like we do, we promise you will be very happy. It was creamy, and had the perfect consistency of not too thick, that you need a spoon, to not too thin. Also, very nice.

Two of the newest Dave’s Hot Chicken locations in North County are located at: 4201 Oceanside Blvd in Oceanside (442) 237-5790, and 1268 Auto Parkway, Escondido (442) 291-1830. For more locations and information, visit www.daveshotchicken.com

freshest fish and people watching. Located in the Poinsettia Village Shopping Center, guests enjoy the freshest and tastiest char-grilled fish sandwiches, plates, or salads in San Diego. Depending on the season, Pelly’s Fish Market offers large fillets of fresh ahi, yellowtail, albacore, mahi-mahi, halibut, Atlantic salmon, swordfish, sea bass (perfect for the barbecue), and a wide assortment of local shellfish including oysters, clams and mussels. We recommend their grilled mahi-mahi, halibut, and grilled fish tacos. Try their fresh Ono salad or their Stone Crab salad. They have the best chowder too! Check their board for their Catch of the Day, and CLIP THEIR COUPON TO GET A FREE CUP OF THEIR FAMOUS CLAM CHOWDER. Pelly’s Fish Market is open 7-days a week and is located in the Poinsettia Village Shopping Center at 7110 Avenida Encinas #101, Carlsbad 92011. Call (760) 4318454 or visit www.pellysfish.com

cuisine is absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere and service are equally outstanding. For three generations, Tony’s Jacal has been serving family specialties, like their famous chile relleno, turkey tacos, turkey enchiladas, flautas and shrimp burritos. We recommend their very special turkey tamales with a wonderful mole sauce made with black Pasilla Chiles, which you can order off the menu all-year-round. And, absolutely try Tony’s Fajita Burritos!

Tony’s Jacal has a beautiful floral outdoor garden patio, and expanded patio seating. Their full bar offers a wide selection of tequila and Margaritas, and serves a variety of mezcal. Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 5-7pm. Ask for a delicious Margarita or a tasty Mezcal Paloma with grapefruit soda on the rocks. Hours are Sun 12:00-8:30pm, Mon 11-2pm and 4:30-9pm, Closed Tuesdays except during summer horse racing season, WedThurs 11-2pm and 4:30-9pm, and Fri-Sat 11-2pm and 4:30-9:30pm.

the food is legendary. Try their many delicious entrées including grilled salmon, ahi tuna, pollo Piccata, Melanzane alla Parmigiana, or Pollo with Scampi. Enjoy an authentic pasta dish such as their Spaghetti alla Bolognese (our favorite), or their exceptional Fettuccini Alfredo, Linguini Alla Vongole, Lasagna al Forno, Ziti, Ravioli, Tortellini, and Lasagna. They also have excellent pizza selections, soups, antipasti, salads, sandwiches, and desserts. For a real treat, try their famous homemade Tiramisu with a nice cappuccino.

Music serenades you by the songs of Tony Suraci on Fridays and Saturdays. They’re open for lunch Wed-Sun and dinner nightly. Fridays and Saturdays open until 9:30 pm. Veneto’s is located at 608 N. Coast Hwy, Oceanside 92054. Call (760) 722-1228.

in The Forum Carlsbad. Call (760) 634-3443 or visit www. casadebandini.com.

Tony’s Jacal is located west of the I-5 Fry and just south of Lomas Santa Fe on 621 Valley Avenue, Solana Beach, 92075. Call (858) 755-2274 or (858) 209-8607 or visit www.tonysjacalsd.com

Dining, Sipping, and Drinking

Patron–Tortilleria and Carniceria

Patron is the place to find all your Easter, Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day and Memorial Day Weekend favorites. We love Patron and the owners and their friendly staff and want everyone in San Marcos and nearby communities to know where to find the best authentic Mexican fresh-made street tacos ($1.99); hot, fresh, handmade daily tortillas (10 for $4.29); and Carne Asada combo plates for $9.99. Thinking about having a Cinco de Mayo party? Patron does catering! Patron is a full-service butcher shop (carniceria) a Mexican restaurant, and Mexican grocery store. They have a wide selection of fresh made in-house salsa, Mexican-style guacamole, Mexican cheeses, tortilla chips, canned goods, fresh fruit, and vegetables, including locally-grown tomatoes, avocados, lemons and papayas. Their butcher shop display is filled with steak, beef, chicken, goat, and pork. Buy your carne asada here!

Le Papagayo (Carlsbad and Leucadia)

Le Papagayo is always the place to be on Mother’s Day, Spring Break, or over Memorial Weekend for great food, cold drinks, and live entertainment nightly. If you haven’t heard, Le Papagayo has opened a second location in Carlsbad Village. The new restaurant is spectacular and is always busy. It has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, lots of new large flat screen TVs, a bustling long bar, great food, and nightly live music. Locals love all the new outdoor patio seating and always the wonderful award-winning cuisine. This local family-owned restaurant has created a large, loyal following. We want everyone near and far to experience the flavors and sounds of this dining establishment on Historic California Coast Highway 101 in Leucadia, and on Carlsbad Village Drive, in Carlsbad Village, because Le Papagayo is truly awesome. You’ll love their unique fusion of Mediterranean and Latin American cuisine, along with their hang loose beachy vibe. Some of San Diego’s finest musicians perform at both locations nightly.

Le Papagayo has 4-5 star ratings on Yelp, OpenTable, and

Solterra Winery + Distillery + Kitchen

Make your Mother’s Day lunch and dinner reservations for a special prix fixe wine and culinary pairing complete with fine cuisine, award-winning wine, and live music. Solterra has added a new still and has officially become a working distillery! Stop in and enjoy one of their new cocktails! Their working winery is a wood barrel room with fermentation tanks, a crusher, and press. Hang out in the barrel room over Memorial Day Weekend, sit at their long concrete outdoor fire pit bar, located just inches from the sidewalk, enjoy some privacy on their exquisite real grape vine-draped back patio, or hang out with friends at the bar or the dining room.

Happy Hour is every day M-W 3-6pm, Th-Sun 12-6pm, and all day and night on Mondays! Live music happens on the weekends. The Tasting Room is open daily: M-Thurs 3-5pm; and F-Sun 12-5pm. Lunch is Sat-Sun 12-5pm. Dinner is served 7 days a week 5-10pm. Sunday Brunch is served from 10am and features bottomless mimo-

Daily News Café

It’s not just a tourist attraction; it’s a local’s hangout! We love the ownership, food, service and people that work here. Whether you’re a Carlsbad local or a visiting guest, we’re sure you’ll agree that the Daily News Café is the place for breakfast, brunch, or lunch when you’re anywhere near Carlsbad Beach. This historic restaurant, located just steps from Carlsbad Beach, offers a picturesque view of the Carlsbad sign on highway 101, is a North County destination, and has been serving the community since 1990. This year, they are celebrating their 33rd anniversary in downtown Carlsbad Village. Enjoy an American classic breakfast or an ice-cold craft beer with a delicious sandwich and salad for lunch. Many of their staff and cooks have been working there for years and have become local celebrities. Waitress Deena Vongxay has been serving happy customers for 32 years. The longevity of the staff, as well as the great food and service, are the reasons for the popularity of this downtown village bistro. Guests enjoy homemade comfort breakfasts and lunches, inside or outside on the beautiful patio, while people-watching and tak-

Gregorio’s

Gregorio’s should be on your short list for Easter Sunday and/ or Mother’s Day. Open everyday for lunch and dinner, Gregorio’s Restaurant is located upstairs at the Village Fair Shopping Center in Carlsbad Village. This classy Italian restaurant serves wonderful handmade pizzas, along with authentic and savory Italian cuisine at very reasonable prices. Gregorio’s is the perfect place to enjoy an Easter lunch, or treat mom on Mother’s Day while enjoying their lovely atmosphere overlooking downtown Carlsbad Village. We recommend their Shrimp Fra Diavlo, a shrimp and spicy marinara tossed with linguini, or their Angel Hair Pasta with Meat Sauce. They offer a wide selection for lunch and dinner with signature dishes such as linguini, lasagna, fettuccini Alfredo, eggplant parmesan, steaks, Sicilian chicken, pizzas, sandwiches, burgers, soups, salads, appetizers and desserts, including homemade cannoli. Broadcasting Padres baseball, their full-service bar serves Happy

Locals and Mexican-Americans already know how amazing this place is. Try their authentic Mexican food and you will be back often. Pick up fresh made hot tamales in the morning! Why buy mass-produced tortillas when you can go to Patron and pick up freshly made, piping hot tortillas? The best time to pick up hot tortillas is around 4-5pm. Tacos are made to order! Have Patron custom make your tacos. For your taco meat, we recommend Birria, a flavorful beef or goat stewed meat, or their chicken mole. Top off your taco with red or green salsa, Mexican avocado sauce, cheese, onions, and fresh slice of lime. They have an assortment of Agua Frescas $3.95 for a large 32 oz. drink. They sell out of tamales and tortillas, so get there early or call-in your order ahead! Catering is available at $15.99/per person (minimum 50 people). Patron is located at 204 W. San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos 92078. Call (760) 736-0086.

Tripadvisor and are recent 2021 winners of OpenTable Diners’ Award. Open for breakfast, try their eggs, omlettes, acai bowls, fresh fruit, pancakes, chicken fried steak, or their signature Loco Moco. Their lunch and dinner menu rocks and so does their Happy Hour menu with food and drink specials every day from 4-6pm and on Tuesdays all night long! Their Lobster Bisque is a local favorite as well as their Ahi Poke and Spring Rolls. Other favorites include Carne Asada, Duck Confit, Mahi Mahi and Shrimp Tacos. Their Happy Hour menu and regular menus offer a variety of quality, tasty and healthy items and will surely have something perfect for you. They’re open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner until 11pm.

You’ll love their nightly local live music. Either inside or out on their beautiful expanded outdoor patios, enjoy a sangria or any of their house and specialty wines and craft beers. Local musical guests have included such names as Mystic Groove, Clint Westwood, Lou Shook, Blackwater Blues Boys, Gregory Michaels,

sas! Tuesdays are Wine and Cheese Nights with artisanal pizzas, Tapas, olive and cheese boards, and wine blending. Wednesdays are Ladies Nights with extended Happy Hour from 3-7:30pm.

If you enjoy wine tasting, or are interested in joining a wine club, there’s nothing better than sipping award-winning wine and enjoying the finest cuisine at Solterra. The San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, the most prestigious and largest competition of American wines in the world awarded Solterra: Best of Class for their Costa Azul-2012 Cabernet Sauvignon; Double Gold for their Christopher Cameron Vineyards 2012 Malbec; Gold for their Solterra Winery Mestizo “GSM”; Silver for their 2013 Pinot Noir, and Silver for their 2009 Petit Sirah.

Owner and Master Winemaker, Christopher Van Alyea is answering the dreams of North County residents and visitors who love fine wine, craft beer, great food, and now delicious cocktails, with a SoCal

beachy lifestyle. Please call or check their website for live music and special events. Solterra is located at 934 N. Coast Hwy 101, Leucadia. Call (760) 230-2970 or visit www.solterrawinery.com

ing in the sunshine and fresh ocean air. Three to four times a year, retired Marine officers who flew A-4 Skyhawks, during the Vietnam war (and after), gather to meet at their favorite breakfast place in Carlsbad. These Marine Vets have been coming from near and far to meet at the Daily News Café for more than a dozen years.

Breakfast is served all day every day, and lunch is served from 11am to 4pm. Their very popular menu includes a wide assortment of omelets ranging in price from $9.95 to $13.95. All omelets are three eggs and served with hash browns, sautéed red potatoes, fresh fruit or refried beans and your choice of toast, biscuit, or blueberry muffin. Other breakfast favorites include Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros, and a Breakfast Burrito. Locals love their Belgian Waffles, Buttermilk Pancakes, French Toast, and wide assortment of Crepes. Try their famous Bloody Marys and Mimosas!

Lunch includes craft beer pairings with their 1/3 pound Belly Bomber Burgers, Chicken Sandwiches and many other sandwich and salad options. We love their Half Sandwich and Soup combo and

Hour Monday – Friday, from 3 to 6pm, with $5 appetizers and daily drink specials. Martini Mondays are great with $2 off martinis; Tuesdays have Two-for Tuesday specials; Wednesday features 1/2 off all bottles of wine, all night; Thursdays you get $2 off all bottled beer; and Friday is TGIF with $2 off–you call it! Gregorio’s is open 11am-9pm weekdays, 11am-10pm Fridays and Saturdays. Gregorio’s offers a wide variety of light and healthy options, and is a great place to pop in and out for a quick lunch from 11am-3pm. They will treat you as if it’s your home away from home.

Gregorio’s owner, Greg Nelson, has done more for families and children for the Carlsbad Boys and Girls Clubs than anyone can imagine. As a young boy, he spent his days going to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad. That experience had a profound effect on him and who he is today. From 2010 to 2012, he donated 100% of his restaurant profits to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad. What a

recommend their Chicken Salad Sandwich served with any of their delicious seasonal soups. If they have it, try the tomato bisque! Daily News Café is located at 3001 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad 92008. They are open daily from 6:30am to 4pm. Call (760) 729-1023 or visit www. dailynewscafe.com

John Bennett and Jim Volkert, Cody Carter, Triple Shot, Johnny C, Greenflash, Tolan Shaw, and many others. Check their website for music schedules. Le Papagayo is located at 1002 N. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas 92024, and at 660 Carlsbad Village Drive 92008, or visit www.lepapagayoleucadia.com.

man! Gregorio’s is located in Carlsbad Village at 300 Carlsbad Village Drive, Suite 208, Carlsbad 92008. Call (760) 720-1132 or visit www. gregoriosrestaurant.com.

Cardiff Farmers Market

Cardiff 101 Mainstreet Association now hosts a weekly Farmers Market every Saturday from 10am to 2pm. Located at Mira Costa College San Elijo Campus, Cardiff Farmers Market is a Certified California Farmers Market, featuring locally sourced produce sold by local farmers. The new farmers market will also have an array of related food products and prepared food vendors, along with a curated group of craft vendors and local makers. Confirmed vendors include, Mooski Snacks, Wonderland Farm, MP Family Farm, Rodney Kawano Farm, Sea Greens Microgreens, Crescent Meat, Fishbone Fish, Cardiff Tiny Farm, Emmy Lou Jewelry, and more. Everyone will be local and everything will be fresh. Cardiff Farmers Market proudly accepts EBT payments, and assures their market is fully ADA compliant. Visit www.cardiff101.com

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“GET OUT THERE ” IS THE THEME FOR 2023 SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR

June

7–July

4  We’re Giving Away Tickets!

The North County Sun and www. NorthCountySun.com along with the San Diego County Fair are excited to give you a preview of the 2023 Fair in this special edition. Get Out There is the theme of the 2023 San Diego County Fair. This year’s Fair will have you exploring the great outdoors and getting s’more of what life has to offer, from June 7 through July 4, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Scout out Best-of-Show winners in the Fair’s competitive exhibitions. Reach new heights as you spin upside-down in the FunZone. Hike around San Diego Grown to learn all about local San Diego agriculture from food, to fiber, to flowers. Be prepared for an unsurpassed line-up of entertainment on the Fair’s featured stages. Summer camp has never been so much fun!

The first San Diego County Fair took place in National City in 1880. It was mostly agriculture and farm themed and focused on San Diego’s flourishing fruit, vegetable, plant, floral, farm animal, and dairy industries. As a true county fair, it also had fine art exhibitions, music, food, jarred fruit, sauces, and pickles, mechanical products, embroidery and needlework clothing and art from wall hangings to blankets. The fair brought farmers together to share ideas and products and to see who had the best citrus fruit, who baked the best pie, and who had the fastest horse. The San Diego County Fair started in National City, moved to Balboa Park and ended up at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in 1936. These days, the San Diego County

Fair is the largest annual event in San Diego County and one of the six largest fairs in North America, drawing over 1.2 million visitors annually.

The Fair will have over 100 food vendors serving everything from deep fried Oreos and Krispy Kreme cheeseburgers, to a healthier type of barbeque. Every year at the Fair, Juicy’s Outlaw Grill sells over 50,000 turkey legs, Bacon-A-Fair uses more than 18,000 pounds of bacon, Pinks sells more than 20,000 hot dogs, Tasti Chips goes through 25 tons of potatoes, Country Fair Cinnamon Rolls pours over 500 gallons of cream cheese frosting on their cinnamon rolls, and Australian Battered Potatoes goes through more than 14,000 pounds of potatoes! Chicken Charlies has the biggest footprint at the Fair and is famous for Chicken Charlie’s crazy deep-fried concoctions. Their Maui Chicken is a Fair favorite, served inside a carved out half pineapple. Bacon-A-Fair has expanded and as its name implies, serves delighted guests bacon-ized specialties such as their Bacon Wrapped Turkey Legs.

The Fair is famous for its free and paid concerts, including headlining acts on their Grandstand Stage, Paddock Stage, and Coors Light Stage. As always, the San Diego County Fair has an amazing garden and flower show, wild and crazy assortment of rides, farm animals exhibits, pony rides, carnival games, kid’s ride area, photo and painting

Competitive Exhibits and Competitions

Paul Ecke Jr. Garden Show–Show off your green thumb and win cash awards and special recognition ribbons in the Paul Ecke Jr. Garden Show featuring competitions for large-scale Landscape Displays and Container Plants. This year the Garden Show will celebrate “The Great Outdoors” in accordance with the Fair’s “Get Out There” theme. This exhibit has divisions for professionals, amateurs, garden clubs and students. Preliminary Designs are due by April 14 and Entry Deadline is May 5.

Flower Show Cut Blooms, Floral Arrangements

Competition–Do you grow beautiful blooms and plants?

Compete for cash awards and ribbons in the Paul Ecke Jr. Flower Show competitive exhibit. This exhibit has separate divisions for beginners, novices, amateurs and professionals. Please see the entry materials for definitions of those categories. Divisions include: Theme floral design, where the theme changes every 2-3 days; miniature floral design; table floral design; wedding floral design; floral art interpretation; and vignettes.

Livestock Breed Show Exhibition–Breeders can enter and exhibit their cattle, goats, sheep, llamas, pigs, turkeys, chickens, and other animals to win cash prizes and ribbons.

Youth from 4-H, FFA and Grange clubs enter their hand-raised animals in the Junior Livestock Auction. Entry deadline is in early May. Please check website for entry date and details.

Photography Exhibition–Entries for the Exhibition of Photography are now being accepted online through April 17. Offering more than $25,000 in prizes and awards, this exhibition is one of the largest competitive photographic shows on the West Coast. Up to 20 entries per person may be entered. The Exhibition of Photography is open to anyone 18 years old and older. Typically, the exhibit receives 4,000 photographs including color, black-andwhite, digital art and art photography. Every piece is judged by industry professionals and nearly onethird are selected for display throughout the Fair’s 27 days. There are also single day photo shootout contests during the Fair.

Fine Art Exhibition–This 2D and 3D exhibition features original art paintings, drawings, mixed media, sculptures, ceramics, and glass and is a two-tiered show. Entry deadline is April 21 and is open to artists 18 years or older. In Tier-1, judges view digital images of the art pieces to determine which will advance to the Tier-2 onsite judging. The art selected for the exhibition can be sold during the Fair. This competition awards more than $18,000 in cash and prizes each year.

Design in Wood Competition–The Design in Wood Competition is accepting entries from woodworkers 18

years and older. This international exhibition of fine woodworking is created in collaboration with the San Diego Fine Woodworkers Association and highlights more than 350 entries. Wood projects must be registered online before April 28. Woodworkers from all over the world compete in this show, which is considered one of the largest exhibitions of its kind. The exhibit includes exquisite traditional, contemporary and art furniture, musical instruments, carvings, clocks, turnings, models and more. Many entries are museum-quality and some are sold during the Fair.

Gems & Minerals Exhibit–This is of the most popular competitive exhibits at the Fair and is now accepting entries from US residents 18 years or older for minerals, gems, jewelry, lapidary and metal work. Registration ends April 28. Each entry will be professionally judged and exhibitors will receive quality feedback, have their items professionally displayed, and have the opportunity to win many awards and trophies. Industry professionals and judges will evaluate the hundreds of entries in a closed, blind judging session. After judging, exhibitors will be notified of the awards and invited to attend Exhibitor Appreciation Night, during the Fair.

Collections–Adults 18 and older, enter your prized collection(s), your carefully constructed models and miniatures, or your creative table setting to win cash awards and ribbons in the San Diego County Fair Home & Hobby competitive exhibit, Collections divisions. This part of the Home & Hobby competition includes: Collections such as dolls, stamps, coins, memorabilia (and just about anything you can think of), Miniatures, Models, and Table settings.

Fashion Design–Attention all teachers, enter your students fashion designs! Students will win ribbons and recognition in the San Diego County Fair Student Showcase competitive exhibit, Fashion Design division. This competition includes fashion design, fashion illustration, textile design, theatrical/costume design, unconventional materials fashion design, Fair theme fashion design, and group fashion presentation and marketing. There will also be a Student Fashion Show.

Home Made Hand-crafted Wares and Treats–Ever since county fairs began, a blue ribbon for the best cake or the prettiest quilt was a shining achievement. Home Made is the competitive exhibit where cooks, crafters and collectors can shine! Home Made celebrates home arts, and includes hand-crafted quilts, collections, table settings, miniatures & models, decorative arts & crafts, needle art, sewing, weaving & felting, preserved foods and baked goods.

Food and Liqueurs–Bakers, cake decorators, candy makers and liqueur makers: Enter your work to win

competitions, pie eating competitions, collections of all types, student year books, rocks, gems and fossil collections, singing, dancing, acting, and cooking competitions, local music acts on various stages, Monster Truck fun, Fire Department Demonstrations, Piggy Races, Dog Tricks, Comedy, Hypnotists, and Magic Shows.

Sign up for a contest or competition, and get your tickets early for the big concerts and festivals. Their user friendly website can be viewed easily on your phone or computer. The San Diego County Fair admission is $15 for adults M-Th and $20 Sat-Sun; $12 for ages 6-12 and 62 and older M-Th and $17 Sat-Sun; and is free for children 5 and younger. $20 entry for adults on July 4. Save $5 for parking when purchasing online in advance or park for free and take a shuttle from Torrey Pines High School. For more information visit www.sdfair.com. The most fun and excitement happens this summer at the 2020 San Diego County Fair!

Win Tickets! It’s easy to win a free pair of admission tickets. Just visit www NorthCountySun com and fill in the simple registration form. Ticket winners will be randomly selected and contacted by phone and/or email or both. Only one entry per person/email is permitted. Some restrictions apply. Promoters are not liable for date or show schedule changes or inclement weather. Best of luck, and see you at the 2023 San Diego County Fair!

cash awards and ribbons in the San Diego County Fair Home & Hobby competitive exhibit, Baked/Decorated Foods, Preserved Foods, and Liqueur divisions. There is a Preserved Food and Liqueurs competition that includes canned fruits and vegetables, dried foods, jams, jellies, soft spreads, pickles, relishes, sauces, and liqueurs. There’s also a Baked & Decorated Foods Competition. This competition includes competition includes cakes, candy, cookies, gluten-free baking, special needs baking, breads, decorated cakes (not to be consumed) and edible structures.

Corona Grandstand Stage–Toyota Summer Concert Series

June 7 Train

June 11 La Adictiva

June 17 Lynyrd Skynyrd

TBA Kevin Hart

June 7 Grupo Bronco

June 11 Boyz ll Men

June 17 Stephen Marley w/ Hirie

June 25 Los Tigres Del Norte

June 29 Randy Houser

July 1 Alabama

July 4 Switchfoot

July 4 Fireworks Spectacular

More shows TBA in May! Shows include same-day admission to the SD County Fair.

Shows, dates and times subject to change. www. sdfair.com

11th Annual “Toast of The Coast” Wine Festival and Competition San Diego County Fair

June 17

Sip award-winning wine at the 11th Annual San Diego County Fair “Toast of The Coast” Wine Festival, the premier international wine competition in Southern California. The “Toast of The Coast” Wine Festival will be held in the Paul Ecke Jr. Flower and Garden Show area. Enjoy unlimited wine tastings from more than 100 awardwinning wines from around the world.

Entries and judging have already taken place. The Toast of The Coast competition awards gold and silver medals along with the coveted Double Gold Award, which is reserved for the finest wines deemed worthy by a three-judge panel. In addition, Best of State, Best of County, Best of Country, Best of Variety and Best of Appellation awards will be given to the top performing wines in each varietal or blended category as merited. Recent winning medals were awarded to San Diego North County’s Solterra Winery, Costa Azul, and Carruth Cellars Winery.

General Admission tickets include unlimited wine tastings and free entry to the Fair. VIP Admission early entry tickets are also available. Tickets to this event include free one-day admission to the Fair. For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.com

The Fair’s Rides & Games New BlastPass

Ride & Game Tickets on sale April 22

Thrill-seekers know that there’s nothing better than gliding through the air and challenging gravity inside the Fair’s Fun Zone. If you’re a ride lover, you may want to experience the thrills and fun of the San Diego County Fair’s carnival rides and games with a BlastPass this year! The BlastPass is set up so that the earlier you purchase it, the more fun you’ll get! So it pays to purchase your BlastPass early. Ride and Game tickets this

Kids Free On Fridays

Save some $$$ and bring the kids on Fridays! Kids ages 12 and younger will get FREE admission to the San Diego County Fair each and every Friday! For kids 6–12, this is a savings of $14 per child. (Kids 5 and younger are admitted free every day.) For more information, visit www.sdfair.com

year will go on sale April 22.

Also this year, ride lovers can purchase Unlimited Rides wristbands with Pepsi Pay-One-Price Ride Days. For $45 -$49 you can enjoy unlimited Fun Zone or Kids Zone rides for one price, any Wednesday or Thursday in June, from 11am to 8pm. Purchase price increases after June 7 to $49.

For more information for Pay-One-Price wristbands and the BlastPass, visit www.sdfair.com.

Distilled Joins San Diego International Beer Festival at San Diego County Fair

July 1

Now in its 17th year, the San Diego International Beer Festival (SDIBF) has become one of the top beer festivals and competitions in the U.S. and the largest beer competition on the West Coast. Thousands of beer lovers will be gathering for one of five tasting sessions, sipping, and gulping their way through their choice of 400+ varieties of ale, lager, amber, blonde, fruit, golden, honey, wheat, cream, brown, malt, dark, porter, stout, cider, mead, and more. This is a fierce competition between the world’s finest breweries. The San Diego International Beer Competition will have 1,500+ entries from nearly 300 breweries representing the US and other countries. This year is expected to be

extremely robust with entrants vying for the coveted Best of Show trophy and Champion Brewery awards. The beer competition is open to any licensed brewery, brewpub, meadery or cidery in the world. Breweries with multiple locations may enter up to 10 beers from

each location, but may not enter the same brand twice. SDIBF brings together brewers and beers to recognize the best in the industry and highlight new and upcoming breweries at one of the most unique venues in the world.

New this year, the Distilled – Spirit and Cocktail Festival will be joining the International Beer Festival! And, the combined Festivals will take place at the new venue The Sound. More information to come! General admission is 1-4pm and VIP is 12-4pm.

Your ticket also includes admission to the 2022 San Diego County Fair. For tickets visit www.ticketmaster.com

Pageant of the Masters Celebrates 90 Years of Living Pictures

July 7-September 1, 8:30pm

There isn’t a photo or video that does the Pageant of The Masters justice. You truly have to experience this unique one-of-a-kind art/theatre recreations with your own eyes. Since 1933, the Pageant of the Masters has been fascinating audiences with recreations of classic and contemporary works of art. Theatrical illusion and real people pose as living pictures, accompanied by a professional orchestra and a live narrator who serves as a guide through the story of each recreation. Each night’s Pageant performance ends with a spectacular vivant recreation of Michalengelo’s The Last Supper. The production takes place nightly at 8:30pm from July 7 through September 1.

The theme for 2023 is “”Art Colony: In the Company of Artists.” Director Diane Challis Davy once again collaborates with veteran Pageant scriptwriter Dan Duling to create a kaleidoscope of international art. Art Colony: In the Company of Artists acknowledges the deep connections of the Festival and Pageant to the early artists who settled in Laguna Beach. It will also feature other memorable stories of artists assisting one another through cooperation and fellowship in vastly different eras and circumstances around the world.

It’s time to check this one off your bucket list. This event sells out! The Pageant of the Masters is part of the Festival of Arts art festival in Laguna Beach. Named one of the top art festivals in the nation, the Festival takes place from July 5 to Sept 1. Tickets for the Pageant range from $30 to $100 and can be purchased by phone, online, or in person at the ticket office. The event takes place at the Irvine Bowl, which is located at 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach. For more information, call (949) 497-6582 or visit www.foapom.com.

The San Diego Museum of Art–O’Keeffe and Moore Exhibition May 13- Aug 7

The San Diego Museum of Art presents O’Keeffe and Moore, a groundbreaking exhibition uniting the work of these artistic giants for the first time, on view at The San Diego Museum of Art from May 13 to August 27. The exhibition re-creates both Georgia O’Keeffe’s and Henry Moore’s studios with their original found objects, tools, and furnishings. Visitors can experience the working practices of the two artists to see how natural forms such as animal skulls and bones, coiled seashells, gnarled driftwood, and interlocking and layered stones inspired the majority of their most iconic creations, and see more than 120 works of art by the two artists on view across five galleries. Although they lived an ocean apart, O’Keeffe and Moore pioneered and shared a coherent vision and approach to Modernism. While

some other Modernist artists also used natural forms as a pathway to abstraction, no other artists amassed such vast collections of found objects and centered their art on this fundamental aspect. The exhibition, which includes significant works from the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum and the Henry Moore Foundation as well as nearly 30 other museums, institutions, and lenders, begins with both artists’ studies from life and experimentations with Surrealism, incorporating concepts such as juxtapositions of unlikely forms, ambiguity of scale, and metamorphosis.

Funding for this exhibition is made possible by Lisa and Charles Hellerich, the Wyeth Foundation for American Art, the National Endowment for the Arts, Lani and Joe Curtis, Eileen and Robert Hunt, and PNC Bank. Additional support is provided by the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture and the members of The San Diego Museum of Art. For more information on The San Diego Museum of Art and to purchase tickets, visit www.SDMArt.org.

North County Easter Egg Hunt Directory

City of Solana Beach Spring Egg Hunt

April 8, 10am

Held at La Colonia Park, the annual Spring Egg Hunt is for children ages 9 and under. Activities may include children’s crafts, games, fun jumps, piñatas, Solana Beach Heritage Museum tours, and photos with the Spring Bunny. La Colonia Park is located at 715 Valley Ave., Solana Beach. Call (858) 720-2453 or visit www.ci.solana-beach.ca.us.

City of Oceanside Easter Egg Hunt

April 8, 10am-12pm

Children ages 3 to 11 are invited to hunt for eggs in Mance Buchannan Park. There is fun for the entire family. Mance Buchannan Park is located at 425 College Blvd., Oceanside. Call (760) 435-5540 or visit www.ci.oceanside.ca.us.

City of Encinitas Egg Hunt Festival

April 8, 10am-12pm

The City of Encinitas’s spring egg hunt has been a cherished tradition for more than 20 years. Egg hunts are separated on two fields for children under 4 and for ages 5 and up. There is also a live show from children’s performer Hulabaloo. The Egg Hunt is held at Encinitas Community Park, the perfect place to pack a picnic and make a day of it. Encinitas Community Park is located at 425 Santa Fe Drive, Encinitas. Call (760) 633-2740 or visit www.encinitasca.gov.

City of Carlsbad Eggstravaganza

April 8, 10am-1pm

Carlsbad’s largest egg hunt features the Egg Scramble activity, where kids race to collect candy-filled eggs.

(Please check venues for date and time changes)

Other activities include face painting, crafts, soak the bunny, cookie decorating, and fun zones. This event also highlights the Carlsbad Parks and Recreation summer camps, with demonstrations and activities that encourage participation from children. Wrist bands and activity cards are required for some activities and can be purchased presale or at the event. Poinsettia Community Park is located at 6600 Hidden Valley Road, Carlsbad. Visit www.carlsbadca.gov.

City of San Marcos Bunny Breakfast and Spring Egg Scramble

April 8, 8-11am

After breakfast and photo opportunities with a bunny from 8 to 10am, children 12 and under can hunt for 20,000 prize-filled eggs scattered throughout Walnut Grove Park. There is also a free children’s carnival with games, activities, and bounce houses. Walnut Grove Park is located at 1950 Sycamore Drive, San Marcos. Call (760) 744-9000 or visit www.san-marcos.net.

City of Poway Teen Glow-in-the-Dark Egg Hunt

April 8, 5-9pm

City of Poway invites teens to join the quest for more than 1,000 glow-in-the-dark eggs filled with candy, gift cards, and other prizes. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Registration is $5 per participant. The hunt takes place at Poway Community Park, 13094 Civic Center Drive, Poway, CA 92064. Call (858) 668-4671 or visit www.poway.org/classes.

Natural Grass Driving Range and 18-Hole Par-3 Golf Course in Carlsbad

Looking to sharpen your short game? Rancho Carlsbad Golf Course is an 18-Hole Par-3 Golf Course and Driving Range in Carlsbad. The course is in great condition and the facilities have recently been upgraded. Tucked into the hills just north of El Camino Real and College Boulevard, the location is a unique experience with a challenging Par-3 golf course. There is also a driving range that allows golfers to drive off of natural grass. The range is located on the north side of the golf course and is the perfect place to work on a golf swing. Rancho Carlsbad also offers golf lessons, clinics, PGA Junior Golf Camps and footGolf. FootGolf is a new sport that combines the precision of golf with the energy and fun of soccer. The goal of footGolf is to get a soccer ball with the lowest possible number of kicks from marked tees into a hole. It is played like a traditional golf game, but with a soccer ball and a person’s foot.

Golfers can finish the day with a stop at the pro shop and 19th Hole Deli for a beer or glass of wine and a sandwich, burger or hot dog and can hangout under a beautiful shaded canopy sail. Happy Hour is every day from 1 to 4pm. For $15, golfers receive a large bucket of balls and a beer of choice. Rancho Carlsbad Golf Club is located at 5200 El Camino Real, Carlsbad. For more information, call (760) 438-1772 or visit www.ranchocarlsbadgolf.com

Gator by the Bay Festival on Mother’s Day Weekend

May 11-14  We’re Giving Away Tickets!

The 22nd annual Gator by the Bay, the largest Louisiana-themed music and food festival in the West, returns to Spanish Landing Park, from May 11 to 14. Established in 2001 and presented by the non-profit Bon Temps Social Club of San Diego, the four-day cultural celebration features more than 100 live musical acts and special performances on seven stages, multiple dance floors, delicious cuisine and a welcoming ambience for the whole family.

There’s something for every music fan at Gator by The Bay. Boasting 7 stages of non-stop live music, Gator features the most popular Cajun and zydeco bands to internationally renowned blues, swing and boogie-woogie artists to award-winning rockabilly, roots and Latin performers. Some noteworthy headliners this year include: Terrence Simien, Michael Doucet, Tom Rigney & Flambeau, Cedric Watson, Whitney

18th Annual San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival

November 8-12

Truly San Diego’s premier wine and food festival, and named as the Best General Food Festival by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Travel Award Contest, the San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival features an extraordinary week of dozens of events, hundreds of domestic and international wines, craft beers and spirits, local culinary legends and nationally recognized celebrities at several venues throughout San Diego. The weeklong festival of wine, food, and culture runs from November 8 to 12, with a Grand Tasting extravaganza on November 11, on Embarcadero Marina Park North along the boat harbor inlet. Attendees will eat and sip for hours while watching sailboats and yachts cruise by and with an exquisite San Diego City skyline as a backdrop.

The festival celebrates San Diego’s vibrant culinary community with gourmet dining experiences, tastings, wine and cooking classes, expeditions and educational panels. There are tantalizing tastes from over 60 restaurants and 30 gourmet food companies and more than 700 wine and beer selections from domestic and international wineries. Celebrated national chefs, local culinary rock stars, winemakers and brew masters, authors, sommeliers and mixologists all come together for this festival. Recent chefs have included the best of the best, including: Bernard Guillas from The Marine Room, Chad White from Zona Blanca, Dakota Weiss from Sweetfin Poke, Gale Gand from TRU and Mike Arquines from Mostra Coffee. Sam Zein, better known as Sam the Cooking Guy, was crowned the 2022 Chef of The Fest last year at the Grand Tasting event. His mouthwatering slow braised oxtail Italian beef ciabatta sandwich with garlic aioli, giardiniera, dipped in a decadent dipping jus won the most votes by attendees.

The Grand Decant event is November 10, The Grand Tasting is November 11, and The Grand Fiesta is November 12. For tickets and more information, visit www.sandiegowineclassic.com.

Taste of Hillcrest

April 8, 12pm-4pm

At Taste of Hillcrest, foodies can sample and savor some of the neighborhood’s best dishes, from quaint cafes and French-style bistros to five-star dining delights. This year’s event runs from 12pm to 4pm, on April 9. More than 25 restaurants are participating, with sample bites such as pad Thai, sashimi, Italian antipasto, and classic American comfort foods.

Tickets include up to 35 tastes, access to the Taste of Hillcrest app, a map of participating locations, and a lanyard. Taste of Hillcrest merchandise is also available for purchase.

There is a free shuttle that makes frequent stops around the neighborhood for all participants. For tickets and more information, visit www.fabuloushillcrest.com.

Shay, Bill Magee Blues Band, Sue Palmer, The Zydeco Krush, Joanna Conner, and more!

Always a crowd favorite, the French Quarter Food Court showcases an expanded array of authentic Cajun, Creole and Southern favorites this year. Guests can take their taste buds to the bayou with classic delicacies, such as 10,000 pounds of live Louisiana crawfish, grilled oysters, gumbo, jambalaya, etouffee, red beans and rice, crab cakes, alligator, frog legs, fried okra, lobster mac and cheese, po’boys and beignets. At the Taste of Louisiana Food Pavilion, Louisiana and local professional chefs host instructional cooking demos and tastings of classic Southern dishes. The market area offers a curated selection of retail vendors, featuring Mardi Gras-inspired goods and clothing, art, handmade jewelry, dancing shoes and accessories. Special

family fun activities include the costumed Mardi Gras parades, outrageous hat-making with the Rad Hatter and colorful face painting. Tickets range from $60 on up for VIP. Three-day and four-day passes are available for the best value. Children 17 and under are admitted free with a paid adult. Active military with ID and their families qualify for significant discounts. Spanish Landing Park is located at 3900 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego. For full music lineup and more information, visit www.gatorbythebay. com Photos provided by John Hancock and Jon Naugle. Win Tickets! Enter to win a pair of tickets to Gator By The Bay. Just visit www NorthCountySun com and fill in the easy entry form. Ticket winners will be randomly selected and contacted by phone and/or email. Only one person/email allowed to enter contest. Some restrictions apply. Best of luck! See you at Gator By The Bay!

Yo Quiero SoCal Taco Fest!

April 29, 12-10pm

Tacos, tacos, tacos, music, Lucha Libre Wrestling, Chihuahua Races and Beauty Pageant, beer, margaritas, and a great music lineup all come together at Waterfront Park, San Diego on April 29, from noon til 10pm. This is a 21+ event. Go hungry and dance and party all night!

And what goes better with the finest tacos in San Diego than beer, tequila, and an amazing music lineup including Calibre 50, Kool & The Gang, Kinky, Vokab Kompany – Beastie Boys Experience, Am Familia, Mr. Lil One & Mr. Shadow, and more!

It’s a fun filled day of taco eating and Lucha Libre Wrestling and Chihuahua Races! Enter your special Chihuahua or Chihuahua-mix and get free passes to the festival! There are weight classes: Under 7 lbs and 7-12 lbs. 12 lbs is the max. Dogs must be sweet and non aggressive and have all current vaccinations. Dogs must be kept on leash all the time except while racing. More rules and info on their website.

This is a don’t miss event! SoCal Taco Fest takes place at Waterfront Park, San Diego. For tickets and more information, visit www.socaltacofest.com.

Annual Encinitas Spring Street Fair

April 29-30, 9am-5pm

The Annual Encinitas Spring Street Fair offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy a weekend outdoors in San Diego’s sunny weather. From D to J Streets, attendees can browse through more than 450 unique vendors and watch live performances on three entertainment stages. The fair runs from 9am to 5pm on April 9 and 10. It is free to the public.

From noon to 5pm, fairgoers can relax in the family and pet friendly beer garden, with a selection of beverages from local breweries and wineries. The garden features the main entertainment stage, where several bands are

performing throughout the day. The entertainment also continues on two other stages along Highway 101. There are rides for children, and all sorts of food to enjoy.

Electra Bike sponsors a free bike valet service at each end of the festival, so cyclists can leave their ride in a secure spot while enjoying the festival. For those arriving by car, parking is available at Moonlight Beach, City Hall, Pacific View Elementary (600 3rd St.) and Parking Lot B (on the southwest corner of Vulcan and E Street). For more information, visit www.encinitas101.com.

Comic-Con International: San Diego

July 20-23

San Diego’s Comic-Con International, returns to San Diego Convention Center with a plethora of activities for comic book lovers and pop culture fans alike. Originally showcasing comic books, science fiction, fantasy, film, and television, the show has expanded over the years to include a larger range of pop culture elements, such as horror, animation, anime, manga, cartoons, movies, TV Shows, toys, collectible card games, video games, web comics and fantasy novels. The convention is one of the largest pop culture events in the world.

Comic-Con International: San Diego began in 1970 when a group of comics, movie and science fiction fans banded together to put on the first comic book convention in southern California. It started as a one-day event, called San Diego’s Golden State ComicMinicon, and was first held at the U.S. Grant Hotel. It has become very difficult to secure tickets to ComicCon. With attendance topping

130,000 in recent years, the event has grown to include satellite locations, such as local hotels and outdoor parks, and literally spills over and throughout downtown and the harbor area.

Along with panels, hosted by actors, designers, and celebrities; seminars and workshops with comic book professionals, there are previews of upcoming feature films, portfolio review sessions with top comic book and video game companies, awards ceremonies, a Masquerade costume contest, a children’s film festival and the Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival. Traditional events include an eclectic film program, screening rooms devoted to Japanese anime, gaming, and programs with speakers and slide shows. Comic-Con also features a large floor space for exhibitors, such as movie studios and TV networks, comic book dealers and collectibles merchants.

San Diego Convention Center is located at 111 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego. For more information, visit www.comic-con.org.

4/20

5/12

Pato Banton

6/10 Tainted Love

6/18 Ghostland at The Observatory

6/24 Wayward Sons and Wag Halen

6/25 Pedro The Lion

6/29 Paul Thorn (seated show)

7/25 George Thorogood and The Destroyers

7/27 Start Making Sense

8/2 Ambrosia (seated show)

The Belly Up is located at 143 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach. For more information, call (858) 481-8140 or visit www.bellyup.com.

Oceanside Theatre Company and Six String Society Present “Live! at the Brooks” Music Series

Daring Greatly

April 22, 8 pm Authentic, soulful, intimate.

Nominated for “Best Rock Artist” at the San Diego Music Awards, Daring Greatly blends multiple genres including soul, rock, and Americana into a vibrant master class performance rich with incredible vocal harmonies and passion. Each live performance is a dynamic and energetic experience, with the band’s tight harmonies and impressive instrumentals leaving audiences mesmerized. Originally from Canada, lead vocalists and brothers Patrick and Liam Croome bring a strong familial connection to their onstage chemistry. Drummer Brayden Tario has been best friends with the Croome brothers since high school, bringing a level of comfort and camaraderie to the group. 2019 saw the addition of Lake Elsinore native David Mills on electric guitar who brings a distinct southern California edge to the band’s sound, while also contributing on the pedal

steel. Matt Spatol joined on bass in 2021. The name Daring Greatly is inspired by Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt’s “The Man in the Arena” and the writings of Brene Brown, who authored a book with the same name. Tickets range from $33.85–$108.55

The Deca Dames June 3, 8 pm

Featuring some of the most talented women artists in the San Diego Music world, The Deca Dames is a Vegasstyle music concert presenting the songs of a collection of celebrated female artists including Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Madonna, Kelly Clarkson, and Chaka Khan. Whitney Shay, Cassie B, and Tanya Mackenna join a fantastic supporting cast in this joyous, fun-filled 2-hour show capturing the incredible iconic moments of these musical icons with song, dance and fantastic costumes. Tickets range from $28.52–$108.55

Oceanside Theatre Company (OTC) and Six String Society are collaborating on a new music series, “Live! at the Brooks,” featuring an eclectic series of nine concerts throughout 2023 at the historic Brooks Theater in downtown Oceanside. OTC has worked with Kenneth Rexrode and Six String Society since 2016, and Interim Managing Director Alex Goodman is excited to expand and build upon the long-standing relationship. “Over the past several years, we have put on some fantastic Six String Society shows in this historic theater in downtown Oceanside,” said producer Kenneth Rexrode. “It’s a great venue with a large theaterstyle stage, yet it remains very intimate as well.”

Other upcoming dates and acts include Daring Greatly (April 22), The Deca Dames (June 3), and the Six String Society’s Gospel Revival Show featuring The Sons of the Soul Revivers, Whitney Shay, and Gino Walker (July 8) as well as Six String Society’s Back to Paris (Sept. 23). Other acts, including openers, will be announced closer to each performance. Other shows to be announced will take place October 28, 2023 and December 30, 2023.

Brooks Theatre is located at 217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside 92054. Tickets available at www.oceansidetheatre.org or by calling the box office at (760) 433-8900.

Through The Roots Show at Belly Up May 6

Through The Roots (TTR) is a nationally touring San Diego/Hawaii-based pop reggae band.

In 2008, the band got its start in the family room of lead singer Evan Hawkins’ mom’s Rancho Bernardo house. Through thousands of hours of practice, writing and recording, Hawkins’ collaboration with keyboardist Brady O’Rear resulted in the band’s early recordings and first shows playing house parties and college shows around Southern California.

In 2010, the band graduated from backyard parties and began touring heavily, which continued for the next 13+ years to the present day. TTR has played sold out performances across the country’s top venues, including Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Greek Theater, 9:30 Club, First Avenue, and The Roxy. Their performances began to extend even further with shows and festival appearances in Hawaii, Mexico, Costa Rica, Canada, and Guam.

In December 2021, the band headed to Nashville, and six days later returned home to San Diego with their best work to date. Their self-titled album “TTR” dropped in August 2022, and is a groovin’ fusion of pop, rap, reggae and R&B. Band members include Evan Hawkins on vocals (San Diego), Brady ORear on keys (Hawaii), and Calvin Canha on drums (from Maui). Catch these guys at the Belly Up Tavern, in Solana Beach, on May 6. Tickets are available at www.bellyup.com. See you there!

The Sound

Mar 18, Jason Mraz with his Superband and Gregory Page Apr 7, Colin Hay with special guest Lazlo Bane (seated show) Apr 19, Yungblud

Apr 28, Yachtley Crew

Apr 29, Yachtley Crew

May 31, Toad The Wet Sprocket

July 22, Steel Pulse

Sep 1, Sylvan Esso and Indigo De Souza

The Sound at Del Mar Fairgrounds is located at 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar CA 92014. Call (858) 509-5176. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.com

House of Blues –San Diego

4/1 – Dirt Monkey & Jantsen

4/8 – Steel Panther

4/11 – Babyface Ray

4/12 – Pop Evil

4/14 – Static-X

4/14 – Latrice Royale

4/16 – Chelsea Grin with Carnifex

4/17 – Pouya

4/21 – Becky Robinson

4/22 – VV / Neon Noir

4/23 – Real Friends Knuckle Puck

4/26 – Jeremy Passion

4/27 – Party 101 with Matt Bennett

4/28 – The Plot In You

5/3 – Hunter Hayes

5/5 – Crumb

5/10 – Lolo Zouai

5/12 – Grandson & K Flay

5/17–$not

5/20 – Maoli

5/24 – The Exploited

5/26 – Sepultura & Kreator

5/28 – Siddhartha

5/29 – Duki

6/1 – GBH

6/3 – Bebe Rexa

6/4 – Stryper

6/9 – Strangelove

House of Blues is located at 1055 Fifth Ave., San Diego. For more information, call (619) 299-2583 or visit www. houseofblues.com/sandiego.

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park 2023

Season Lineup

All concerts are at 7:30 p.m. unless indicated otherwise

6/30 Opening Night–Summer 2023 with the San Diego Symphony featuring trumpet Pacho Flores, conducted by Rafael Payare, $20-$325

7/1 The Beach Boys, $20-$325

7/2 ARETHA: A Tribute with the San Diego Symphony, featuring vocalists Capathia Jenkins, Ryan Shaw, Sydney Harper, Rajdulari and Rannold Chalmers, conducted by Lucas Waldin, $20-$325

7/4 C&C Music Factory and DJ Prince Hakim, $20-$325

7pm

7/7 “Apollo 13 in Concert” with the San Diego Symphony, conducted by Nicholas Buc, $20-$325

7/8 “How to Train Your Dragon in Concert” with the San Diego Symphony, conducted by Nicholas Buc, $20-$325

7/9 Charlie Puth Presents The “Charlie” Live Experience, featuring Charlie Puth $20-$325

7/14 Steve Hackman’s Tchaikovsky x Drake with the San Diego Symphony, conducted by Steve Hackman, $20-$325

7/16 The Jacksons and Village People, $20-$325

7/28 NYO-USA with Sir Andrew Davies and Gil Shaham, $20-$325

7/29 Guster with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Enrico Lopez-Yañez, $20-$325

7/30 Mariachi Los Camperos with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Enrico Lopez-Yañez, $20-$325

8/4 Beethoven by the Bay with the San Diego Symphony, featuring pianist Eric Lu, conducted by Johann Stuckenbruck, $20-$325

8/5: Clouds in My Coffee: The Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Carly Simon with the San Diego Symphony, ft. vocalists Andréa Burns, Morgan James and Capathia Jenkins, conducted by Ted Sperling, $20-$325

8/6 Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and Ziggy Marley with Special Guests Mavis Staples and Robert Randolph Band, $20-$325 6pm

8/11 “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 in Concert” with the San Diego Symphony, conducted by Justin Freer, $20-$325

8/12 “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 in Concert” with the San Diego Symphony, conducted by Justin Freer, $20-$325

8/13 Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes, $20-$325

8/18 Judy Collins and Madeleine Peyroux performing with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Sean O’Loughlin, $20-$325

8/19 Gladys Knight / Patti LaBelle, $20-$325

8/20 When The Saints Go Marching in with Byron Stripling and the San Diego Symphony, featuring vocalist Miche Braden, keyboardist Bobby Floyd and bassist Rob Thorsen, conducted by trumpet and vocalist Byron Stripling, $20-$325

8/25 Broadway Romance with the San Diego Symphony featuring vocalists Mikaela Bennett and Ross Lekites, conducted by Rob Fisher, $20-$325

8/26 In the Air Tonight: A Symphonic Celebration of Genesis and Phil Collins with the San Diego Symphony, featuring vocalists Aaron Finley and Brook Wood and drummer Brian Kushmaul, conducted by Stuart Chafetz, $20-$325

9/1 Tchaikovsky Spectacular with the San Diego Symphony, featuring pianist Steven Lin, conducted by Christopher Dragon, $20-$325

9/3 Counting Crows with Special Guest Frank Turner, $20-$325 6:30pm

9/4 Van Morrison LIVE at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, $20-$325

9/7 Buddy Guy: Damn Right Farewell with Special Guest Christone “Kingfish” Ingra, $20-$325

9/9 Bebop and Beyond: The Music of Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie, ft. alto sax Charles McPherson, trumpets Gilbert Castellanos and Jeremy Pelt, alto sax Antonio Hart, drums Joe Farnsworth, bass David Wong, $20-$325

9/22 Classic Albums Live Performs Creedence Clearwater Revival: Chronicle, Vol. 1, $20-$325

9/23 Classic Albums Live Performs Led Zeppelin II , $20-$325

9/26 Jethro Tull, $20-$325

Tickets: Series tickets are on sale online at www.TheShell. org and by phone at (619) 235-0804. Single tickets go on sale in May. Series packages: Friday, Saturday and Sunday “A” packages: 8 concerts, $162-$878; Friday, Saturday and Sunday “B” packages: 4 concerts, $85-$530; Friday, Saturday and Sunday “C’ packages: 4 concerts, $85-$530

Observatory North Park

5/12 – Death Grips

Soma Theatre

– Atomic 99 + Friends

– Sullivan King

SOMA is located at 3350 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego. www.somasandiego.com

Wage war

4/22 – Siverstein

4/25 – Lukas Nelson & POTR

4/29 – Carcass

5/3 – Avatar

5/5 – Nothing More

5/7 – Giggly Squad Live 5/8 – Giggly Squad Live

5/19 – Thrice

5/20 – Neal Brennan

5/21 – Les Calypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade

5/27 – anees

6/6 – lovelytheband

6/9

The Observatory North Park is located at 2891 University Avenue, San Diego. For more information call (619) 239-8836 or visit www.observatorysd.com.

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Moonlight Amphitheatre Concerts

SPRINGFEST

3/31 A Tribute to Selena starring Karol Posadas

4/1 Who’s That Girl – The Ultimate Diva Experience

4/14 Constantine Maroulis starring in Foreigners Journey

5/15 The Garth Guy – The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute

SUMMER JAM

6/29 Mick Adams & The Stones – Ultimate Rolling Stones

Tribute

6/30 Jimmy Buffet Tribute – Adventures in Parrotdise

7/1 Dead Man’s Party – Oingo Boingo Tribute

7/2 TUSK – Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

7/6 Queen Nation – Tribute to Queen

7/7 Yachtly Crew – The Titans of Soft Rock!

7/8 Who’s Bad – The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience Moonlight Amphitheatre is located in Brengle Terrace Park at 1200 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista. For tickets and more information, call (760) 724-2110 or visit www.moonlightstage.com.

Dave Scott

Jazz Trombonist

(Former KUSI Meteorologist)

Performing 4-Nights Weekly

Every Tuesday and Thursday Night 5:30–8:30pm. At Nick & G’s 6106 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

Every Friday night 5:30–9pm at Bellamy’s 417 West Grand Ave., Escondido, CA. 92025

Every Saturday Night 5:30–9pm. at Alejandra’s 6996 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Le Papagayo Carlsbad

Le Papagayo Leucadia

Saddle Bar

4/6 Into the Void (Black Sabbath Tribute)

4/13 Son of Kane (Rock/Blues/Swing)

4/20 2Lil 2Late (Rock Covers)

4/27 Blame Betty (Rockabilly/Roots Rock/Surf Rock)

5/4 Johnny Deadly Trio (Rockabilly/Swing/Blues)

5/11 Rick Trotter Band (Classic Rock)

5/18 Jake Nielson’s Triple Threat (Blues/Rock/Reggae)

5/25 The Exploits (Alt Rock Covers)

Saddle Bar is located at 123 W Plaza St Solana Beach, CA 92075. (858) 755-5007 http://www.thesaddlebar.com All Shows 9:30pm-12:30am.

The Landings

pagayocarlsbad.com

MAGNOLIA THEATRE

4/7 – Kenny Metcalf as Elton

4/16 – Papito Querido

4/21 – Queen Nation

4/28 – Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan

5/7 – The Wailers

Magnolia Theatre is located at 210 East Main Street, El Cajon. www.magnoliasandiego.com

Fiesta Del Sol (Free Music Festival)

Saturday–May 20-21

The start of summer in San Diego kicks off with the return of Solana Beach’s free music festival, Fiesta del Sol, on May 20 and 21. Presented by the Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the City of Solana Beach and The Belly Up, the festival features two full days of concerts from top bands and local artists, from Saturday, 9am to 10pm and Sunday, 9am to 8pm. Headliners for 2023 include: (Saturday) The English Beat, Fabba Show, High Tide Society, Betamaxx, The Sully Band, Atomic Groove, Assisted Living. (Sunday) Iya Terra, Ginger Roots, B-Side Players, Pine Mountain Logs, Twisted Gypsy, Jimmy’s Buffet. The concerts are sponsored by The Belly Up and hosted by MCs Bob “Sully” Sullivan and Chris Cantore.

The festival’s main stage is open to performers in the com-

Adams Avenue Unplugged April 29, 12-10pm

The Adams Avenue Business Association once again brings foodies and music afficionados together with Adams Avenue Unplugged on April 29. The free musical walkabout stretches across two miles of Adams Avenue, from University Heights to Kensington. From 12 to 10pm, live musical performances are staged inside restaurants, bars, coffee houses, and galleries throughout the area.

This year’s event features 50+ performances on 20 stages. Past performers have included Holly Near, Tony Trujillo, Jan Martinelli, Gaby Moreno, David Lindley, Fred Tackett, and Julia Sage.

munity from 9am to 1pm each day. The event showcases local talent, from up-and-coming bands to martial arts schools to children’s dance companies.

Festival goers can visit a variety of vendors offering services, information about non-profits, and arts and crafts for sale near Sierra and Acacia Avenues. More than 20 unique food vendors offer delicious treats. There is also fun for the entire family at the Kids Zone. Children can enjoy rides, games, inflatables, face painting, and hands-on activities. Fiesta del Sol is a free event. Attendees are encouraged to come by train, bus, bicycle, walking, or carpool. There is free parking with shuttle buses at 380 Stevens Avenue and Pelly’s Golf on Jimmy Durante Boulevard. Fletcher Cove Park is located at 111 S. Sierra Ave., Solana Beach. For performance times, visit www.fiestadelsol.net.

Besides enjoying superb music, attendees can discover unique local businesses and delicious dining options.

Adams Avenue Unplugged is a free event. Street parking is limited, so guests are encouraged to use public transportation and wear comfortable walking shoes. For more information, call (619) 282-7329 or visit www. adamsavenueunplugged.com.

Beachlife Festival: Feat. The Black Keys, Gwen Stefani, Black Crowes, and More

May 5-7

BeachLife Festival returns to Redondo Beach with another exciting musical lineup of artists who embody Southern California’s iconic beach culture. In 2019, BeachLife made a splash as a first-of-itskind LA beachfront festival focused on celebrating live music and embracing SoCal’s unequivocal sand-between-your-toes lifestyle. This year’s festival is packed with three full days of concerts from May 5 to 7.

San Diego Symphony

4/10 Keshi at Rady Shell

4/13-14 Dinur, Montgomery and the “Classical Symphony” at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

4/15 Dinur, Montgomery and the “Classical Symphony” at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

4/21- 22 Jean-Yves Thibaudet Plays Debussy at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

4/26 Music Connects in East San Diego County at Sycuan Casino: Live & Up Close Theater

4/28-30 La Jolla Playhouse’s Without Walls (WOW) Festival at The Rady Shell at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

5/5-6 Garrick Ohlsson Plays Rachmaninoff at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

5/13-14 Star Wars: A New Hope–In Concert at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

5/20- 21 Barnatan Plays Brahms at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

5/26-27 Singing with the Devil: Payara and Cantata Criolla at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

6/18 Earth, Wind & Fire at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

6/20 An Evening with Cake at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

7/9 Charlie Puth Presents the “Charlie” Live Experience at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

8/17 Michael Franti at Rady Shell San Diego Symphony–Concerts at Various Locations. Rady Shell at Jacobs Park is located at 200 Marina Park Way, San Diego. Call (619) 235-0804 or visit www. sandiegosymphony.org or www.ticketsales.com.

COACHELLA

April 14-16 and April 21-23

The Coachella Lineup includes more than 150 acts with Bad Bunny, Blackpink, and Frank Ocean as headliners when it returns to Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, two weekends in April.

Other notable performers include: Rosalía, Gorillaz, Björk, Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Alex G, Jai Paul, Glorilla, Boygenius, Christine and the Queens, the Breeders, Noname, Soul Glo, Weyes Blood, Yaeji, Willow, Yung Lean, Yves Tumor, the Comet Is Coming, Snail Mail, Saba, Romy (of the xx), Muna, Metro Boomin, Latto, Idris Elba, Kali Uchis, Ethel Cain, EarthGang, and many more.

The plan is to have the same performers play both weekends. For complete lineup, camping, accommodations, and tickets for both weekends, visit www.coachella.com.

The 2022 lineup features headliners The Black Keys, Pixies, Modest Mouse, Gwen Stefani, Sublime With Rome, Band of Horses, Iration, Poncho Sanchez, Sugar Ray, The Black Crows, John Fogerty, The Head and The Heart, Noah Cyrus, Mavis Staples, Trampled by Turtles, The Wailers, and many more amazing performers. In addition to nonstop live entertainment, there is a wide selection of curated food vendors and products for sale.

General admission single-day passes start at $169. General admission three-day passes start at $399. There are also general admission +, VIP, Captains, and Admirals options available. A Captains pass, which includes concierge service, exclusive viewing areas, access to a launch party, and artist meet and greets, is $2,999 per person.

BeachLife Festival is located at 137 N. Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach. For more information and tickets, visit www.beachlifefestival.com.

32nd Annual San Diego Music Awards (SDMA) April 25

The 32nd annual San Diego Music Awards will once again take place on the outdoor stage at Humphreys by the Bay, on Tuesday, April 25. Showtime is 7pm, with doors opening at 6pm. Since 1991, the San Diego Music Awards has presented awards to San Diego based artists, recognizing the diverse achievements of the talented San Diego music community.

Performers scheduled to perform at the awards ceremony include Gilbert Castellanos, Daring Greatly, Anthony Cullins, Earl Thomas & the Gospel Ambassadors, The Inflorescence, Jeff Berkley & the banned, in addition to a special performance from Mike Keneally.

Categories include: Best Folk/Acoustic Song and Album, Best Jazz Artist, Best Jazz or Blues Album, Best Blues Artist, Best Country or Americana Artist and Album, Best Hip Hop/Rap Artist and Song, and Album, Best Indie/Alt Artist and Album, Best Pop Artist and Song and Album, Best Rock Album and Rock/Indie/Alternative Song, Best World Album, Best R&B/Funk/Soul Song and Album, Best Local Recording, Best Video… and here are a few categories and nominees:

BEST NEW ARTIST:

Ash Easton

Coastal Wolves

Mercedes Rides Out Strange Bouquets Swive

The Plagues

Zavala Sol

ARTIST OF THE YEAR:

Cattle Decapitation Gilbert Castellanos

Jeff Berkley P .O.D.

Rebecca Jade

Switchfoot

Thee Sacred Souls

SONG OF THE YEAR:

Boostive, Divina Jasso and Raquel Jones – Ties Unwind Daring Greatly–Never a Goodbye

Kimmi Bitter–My Grass Is Blue King Taylor Project–Devil in the White City

Rebecca Jade–Show Me

Sandollar – Warrior (feat. ZEB)

Thee Sacred Souls – Love Is The Way

ALBUM OF THE YEAR:

Gilbert Castellanos – Espérame en el Cielo HIRIE–Mood Swing

Rebecca Jade–A Shade of Jade

Swami John Reis–Ride The Wild Night

The Schizophonics – Hoof It

Thee Sacred Souls–s/t

Unwritten Law–The Hum

Proceeds from the SDMAs help to keep participatory music programs alive in local schools, through the San Diego Music Foundation’s Guitars for Schools program. To date, this program has raised over $746,000 and put instruments into the hands of students at over 100 schools from San Ysidro to San Onofre.

Humphreys by the Bay is located at 2241 Shelter Island Drive in San Diego. Ticket purchases can be made via the official event website: sandiegomusicawards.com.

Slightly Stupid and Sublime With Rome at Petco Park

July 16

Slightly Stoopid joins forces with Sublime With Rome on tour for the first time ever. It all traces back to legend Bradley Nowell (Sublime’s original frontman) and Sublime’s early influence on the career of Slightly Stoopid. After initially hearing Miles and Kyle practicing while they were teenagers, Nowell signed them to his indie label imprint Skunk Records while the band members were still in high school. Nowell later produced and released their debut studio album Slightly $toopid in 1996 on Skunk, and appeared on the hidden track “Prophet,” now a staple in the Slightly Stoopid live repertoire nearly 25 years after its original recording. Together these groups became the forerunners of a genre of music and lifestyle movement that will be reflected through the deep catalogs of songs about to be performed across the country.

Since 1995, Slightly Stoopid continues to be a musical brotherhood. Founded by Miles Doughty and Kyle McDonald, two musicians determined to succeed on their own terms, the pair of long-time childhood friends, has created a multi-genre fusion of rock, reggae, and blues with hip-hop, funk, American folk, metal, and punk. They remain unwavering in their principles of independence, honoring their diversity of influences and mentors, and furthering their inherited legacy of the Southern California sound. Slightly Stoopid has built a sweeping legacy for itself, continuously expanding in diversity and repertoire. Warriors of the road, their touring has grown exponentially both domestically and internationally with sold-out headlining dates across the world, and festival appearances at famed events such as Coachella, Lollapalooza, New Orleans Jazz Fest, ACL, Outside Lands, and Cali Vibes amongst countless others.

Sublime With Rome, the ska alternative rock group from California, was formed in 2010 by Rome Ramirez and Eric Wilson. With fan-favorite hits such as “Wrong Way,” “Santeria,” “Badfish,” “What I Got,” “Caress Me Down,” “40oz to Freedom,” and many more, the band's concerts are pure sing-along enjoyment from beginning to end. The band released its debut album, Yours Truly, on July 12, 2011, and broke the top ten on the Billboard 200. The band previously toured in support of their hit 2019 album Blessings with singles “Wicked Heart” and “Light On” making a splash at alternative radio. Blessings is the band's third studio album, and it was helmed by Rob Cavallo, the producer behind Green Day, My Chemical Romance, Linkin Park, and more. Sublime with Rome’s loyal audience can anticipate a new album coming in 2023 as they will return to Sonic Ranch to record their fourth studio album.

“We couldn’t be more excited for the Summertime 2023 tour,” says Miles Doughty. “We haven't toured with Sublime since the early years of Stoopid and we are really excited to be back with our brothers on what we like to call the ultimate summer band camp. We're stoked to debut some new songs and play new venues and cities we haven't hit for a while. And most importantly we can’t wait to be playing music for all of you this summer… between the on-stage collabs and the backstage hangs it’s gonna be insane! The Stoopidheads are what fuels Slightly Stoopid. Should be an epic summer of madness!!!”

Get your tickets for the July 16 concert happening at Petco Park, San Diego, at www.ticketmaster.com.

San Diego Padres Home Games

March 30, 1:10 PM vs. Colorado Rockies

March 31, 6:40 PM vs. Colorado Rockies

April 1, 5:40 PM vs. Colorado Rockies

April 2, 1:10 PM vs. Colorado Rockies

April 3, 6:40 PM vs. Arizona Diamondbacks

April 4, 1:10 PM vs. Arizona Diamondbacks

April 13, 6:40 PM vs. Milwaukee Brewers

April 14, 6:40 PM vs. Milwaukee Brewers

April 15, 5:40 PM vs. Milwaukee Brewers

April 16, 1:10 PM vs. Milwaukee Brewers

April 17, 6:40 PM vs. Atlanta Braves

April 18, 6:40 PM vs. Atlanta Braves

April 19, 1:10 PM vs. Atlanta Braves

May 1, 6:40 PM vs. Cincinnati Reds

May 2, 6:40 PM vs. Cincinnati Reds

May 3, 1:10 PM vs. Cincinnati Reds

May 5, 6:40 PM vs. Los Angeles Dodgers

May 6, 5:40 PM vs. Los Angeles Dodgers

May 7, 1:10 PM vs. Los Angeles Dodgers

May 15, 6:40 PM vs. Kansas City Royals

May 16, 6:40 PM vs. Kansas City Royals

May 17, 1:10 PM vs. Kansas City Royals

May 19, 6:40 PM vs. Boston Red Sox

May 20, 7:10 PM vs. Boston Red Sox

May 21, 1:10 PM vs. Boston Red Sox

June 2, 6:40 PM vs. Chicago Cubs

June 3, 7:10 PM vs. Chicago Cubs

June 4, 1:10 PM vs. Chicago Cubs

June 5, 6:40 PM vs. Chicago Cubs

June 6, 6:40 PM vs. Seattle Mariners

June 7, 1:10 PM vs. Seattle Mariners

June 13, 6:40 PM vs. Cleveland Guardians

June 14, 6:40 PM vs. Cleveland Guardians

June 15, 5:40 PM vs. Cleveland Guardians

June 16, 6:40 PM vs. Tampa Bay Rays

June 17, 7:10 PM vs. Tampa Bay Rays

June 18, 1:10 PM vs. Tampa Bay Rays

June 23, 6:40 PM vs. Washington Nationals

June 24, 5:40 PM vs. Washington Nationals

June 25, 1:10 PM vs. Washington Nationals

July 3, 6:40 PM vs. Los Angeles Angels

July 4, 3:40 PM vs. Los Angeles Angels

July 5, 5:40 PM vs. Los Angeles Angels

July 7, 6:40 PM vs. New York Mets

July 8, 7:10 PM vs. New York Mets

July 9, 1:10 PM vs. New York Mets

July 24, 6:40 PM vs. Pittsburgh Pirates

July 25, 6:40 PM vs. Pittsburgh Pirates

July 26, 1:10 PM vs. Pittsburgh Pirates

July 28, 6:40 PM vs. Texas Rangers

July 29, 5:40 PM vs. Texas Rangers

July 30, 1:10 PM vs. Texas Rangers

Petco Park is located at 100 Park Blvd, San Diego CA 92101. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.com

PGA TOUR

April 6-9 Masters at Agusta

April 13-16 RBC Heritage

April 20-23 Zurich Classic of NO

April 27-30 Mexico Open at Vidanta

May 4-7 Wells Fargo at Quail Hollow

May 11-14 At&T Byron Nelson

May 18-21 PGA Championship at Oak Hill

May 25-28 Charles Schwab Challenge

June 1-4 The Memorial Tournament

June 8-11 RBC Canadian Open

June 15-18 US Open at LA Country Club

June 22-25 Travelers Championship

June 29-July 2 Rocket Mortgage Classic

July 6-9 John Deere Classic

July 13-16 Barbasol Championship

July 13-16 Genesis Scottish Open

July 20-23 Barracuda Championship

July 20-23 The Open Championship

July 27-30 3M Open

Aug 3-6 Wyndham Championship

Aug 10-13 FedEx St Jude

Aug 17-20 BMW Championship

Aug 24-27 Tour Championship at East Lake

Super Girl Surf Pro Returns To Oceanside Pier

JULY 22-24, 8am-6pm

The nationally televised Super Girl Surf Pro is the largest female surfing event in the world and will feature a field of more than 100 top pros. ASA Entertainment’s Super Girl Surf Pro takes place at the Oceanside Pier in Oceanside. Admission to the event is free. The Super Girl

Surf Pro serves as the only major all-women’s WSL qualifying event in North America, and plays a critical role for surfers looking to solidify their position on the 2023 WSL Women’s World Championship Tour (WCT).

“This contest is extremely important in the qualification process for next year’s WCT,” said Jessi MileyDyer, WSL Women’s Tour Manager.

“The event is an amazing combination of the best surfers on the planet with many of the newer faces just beginning their pro journey. That’s just one of the things that makes this all-women’s contest so unique within competitive surfing.”

Some of the world-class surfers that have recently competed in the Super Girl Surf Pro are: Carissa Moore, Caroline Marks, Lakey Peterson, Tatiana Weston-Webb, Malia Manuel, Sage Erickson, Coco Ho, Courtney Conlogue, and Alana Blanchard.

”All of the women are so excited about this event,” said Sage Erickson, one of the world’s top surfers. “It’s so awesome to have a contest like this in the U.S. that focuses entirely on women’s surfing. The whole festival around the event gets bigger each year, and the crowds are huge. It’s amazing to see how many incredible things are going on at the event beyond women’s surfing that all speak to the female empowerment theme. It’s my favorite event of the year!”

In addition to the best surfing in the world, the event features an action-packed Festival Village with 20 live concerts, the only female-driven multi-title esports tournament in the U.S., an all-female DJ contest, a women’s skateboarding competition, fitness and dance classes, yoga, speakers, autographs, hair and beauty styling, a Celebrity Surf Invitational, 40 vendor booths, and many other activities. Check their website for full and up-to-date music lineup.

The event runs daily from July 22 through July 24, from 8am to 6pm. Access to the surfing, concerts, esports, classes and all elements are free to attend. For more information, visit www. SupergirlPro.com. To connect via social media, follow @ SupergirlPro on Instagram and Twitter, or visit Facebook. com/SupergirlPro.

San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Butterfly Jungle

Celebrate the arrival of spring in full color at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, with the return of Spring Safari Featuring Butterfly Jungle, from March 18 through May 14. Visitors and their families can embark on a wild, global adventure without ever leaving Southern California—and every visit contributes directly to saving wildlife in our own backyard and around the world.

With the arrival of spring flowers comes the emergence of butterflies.

As part of Spring Safari, the Safari Park will once again feature an optional premium Butterfly Jungle Safari experience, where visitors can wander through the Hidden Jungle aviary among hundreds of colorful, fluttering butterflies, have a chance to feed them, and learn about their critical role in the

ecosystem.

In addition to the awe-inspiring butterflies, Spring Safari featuring Butterfly Jungle will shine a spotlight on the incredible local wildlife in the Southwest region— including San Diego. San Diego County is a biodiversity hotspot, home to a variety of native plants and animals, including two of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s focal species: the burrowing owl and the desert tortoise. Guests are also encouraged to visit the Safari Park’s Native Nectar Garden and Baja Gardens, for narrated information on the incredible plant life. Diego Zoo Safari Park is located at 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA 92027. Open daily 9am to 6pm. Butterfly Jungle tickets are $15. www.sdzsafaripark.org.

Self-Realization Fellowship Temple, Ashram Center and Meditation Gardens in Encinitas

The Self-Realization Fellowship Temple, Auxiliary Chapel and Ashram Center have become a site of pilgrimage for thousands of people each year, who come from all parts of the globe. Paramahansa Yogananda founded Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF) in 1920 to disseminate the universal teachings of Kriya Yoga, a sacred spiritual science originating millenniums ago in India. Today, the society is dedicated to carrying on his spiritual and humanitarian work by fostering harmony and goodwill among those of all races, cultures and creeds.

The Temple and Auxiliary Chapel offer a full program of inspirational lectures, meditations, scriptural reading and meditation services, kirtans (devotional chanting), Sunday School and teen classes, and other activities to deepen spiritual practices. At the nearby Ashram Center, visitors can view the Hermitage Shrine, browse the gift shop, experi-

ence a spiritual renewal through a retreat program, or stroll through the Meditation Gardens. The beautiful and tranquil gardens offer places to meditate, a meandering stream, lush tropical trees and plants, koi pond, and spectacular Pacific Ocean views of Swami’s famous surf spot.

The SRF Temple, Auxiliary Chapel, and Ashram Center are located in downtown Encinitas. For more information, call (760) 4367220 or visit www. encinitastemple.org.

Looking for a New Career? CSUSM Offers Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language Certificate

Scott Havenor was laid off from a 26-year career in the software business. Looking to start a new chapter, he learned about the Teaching English as a Second Language/Foreign Language (TESL/TEFL) certificate at CSUSM. Havenor completed the program and immediately saw the value of his new certificate. He connected with a school in Ukraine that teaches American English to local corporations so they can integrate into the globalized economy. The job application required a TESL/ TEFL certificate and the interview included preparing a sample lesson, so Havenor selected a lesson he had created as part of the certificate program. He received a swift offer and six weeks after earning his TESL/TEFL certificate, Havenor was heading to Dnipro, Ukraine, for a four-

month teaching assignment. “I was thinking I was really retired,” he says. “This program has validated my professional life since being laid off and has given me a sense of contentment that I was missing. It was the bridge that has enabled this new life I am now going to have.”

Designed for those with minimal or no English language teaching experience who are interested in teaching English abroad (EFL) or in the U.S. (ESL), this 120-hour certificate focuses on best practices in methods, materials and techniques used to teach English as a second/foreign language. The program provides professional development and employment guidance with a strong emphasis on hands-on training and practice with English-language learners in a university setting. Sessions are taught by master teachers with extensive experience in TESL/TEFL,

teacher training, and curriculum development.

Participants receive ample opportunities for developing effective lesson plans and syllabi, practicing classroom management strategies, peer-teaching, and classroom facilitation. The 6-week summer course runs Monday through Friday on the CSUSM campus for a total of 20 hours per week, and the 15-week spring course is offered Tuesday and Thursday evenings for 8 hours per week.

For more information on TESL/TEFL Certificate or other English or Cultural program services, visitwww.csusm.edu/ alci or contact us at alci@csusm.edu or (760) 750-3200.

“ Where Your Child’s Spirit Can Soar”

* Accepting Preschoolers from 2 1/2 to 5 years old

* Flexible Days & Flexible Hours (Open 7a.m.- 6p.m.)

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* Friendly, Fun Environment

Christ Presbyterian Preschool 7807 Centella Street La Costa, CA 92009 www.cpclacosta.org

Call NOW for enrollment!

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Something for Everyone at North Coast Rep

World Premiere Thrilling Comic Mystery

APRIL 19 – MAY 14

JUNE 7 – JULY 2

JULY 19 – AUG 13

by Steven Dietz,

from the novel by Agatha Christie

One of Agatha Christie’s most intricate whodunits. Six versatile actors embody a myriad of characters as they navigate the twists and turns of this lively and fun new adaptation with Hercule Poirot at the helm.

by Mark St. Germain

Award-winning actor Kandis Chappell portrays the witty, feisty, and vulnerable woman considered the heart of FDR’s presidency. Playwright Mark St. Germain deftly captures the essence of the woman who left an indelible mark on American history.

Book by Roger O. Hirson

Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz

Winner of five Tony Awards, this enchanting musical explores good and evil, and reality and fantasy in a highly theatrical and entertaining style. Great music and great fun.

Season subscribers receive $10 off Variety Nights tickets

I’M

APRIL 24 & 25 @ 7:30pm

Starring Ronnie Marmo | Directed By Joe Mantegna

Ronnie Marmo’s crowd-shocking portrayal of the undisputed comic legend, Lenny Bruce, brings the notorious funnyman to life with all the electrifying, insightful and comedic brilliance as the one and only Lenny Bruce could himself. (Rated R. Explicit language, Mature Content & very brief Nudity.)

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