BONITA
Genealogy buffs hold free class
The Chula Vista Genealogical Society will host a free Genealogy Education Class from 1 to 3 p.m. June 17 at the Bonita-Sunnyside Library Community Room, 4375 Bonita Road. The topic is “Getting More from Find a Grave.” Bring a laptop or tablet. Walk-ins are welcome or at chulavistagenealogysociety.wildapricot.org.
CARLSBAD
Art in the Village fair
The Carlsbad Village Association’s Art in the Village fair is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 22 along State Street and Grand Avenue. The open-air art show brings together more than 150 local and regional fine artists with works ranging from watercolor, oils, mixed media and photography to glasswork, woodworking, jewelry, pottery and sculpture. Highlights include live music, art demonstrations, a Chalk Zone with live painting by artists, free art making, a pavilion for families and face painting. Visit carlsbad-village.com/events/art-in-the-village.
California Wine Festival
The two-day California Wine Festival is from 6:30 to 9 p.m. June 20 for the Sunset Rare & Reserve Tasting and from 1 to 4 p.m. June 21 (VIP entry at noon) for the Beachside Wine Festival at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort Golf Club & Spa, 7100 Aviara Resort Drive. The evening event includes gourmet appetizers, live music and a silent auction benefiting a local charitable organization. The June 21 event includes tastings from hundreds of California wineries and regional craft breweries, paired with bites from various restaurants. For tickets, visit californiawinefestival.com.
Friday summer concerts in the park
Carlsbad will run its summer TGIF Concerts in the Parks from June 20 to Aug. 22, featuring a range of music from country, rock, pop and funk to R&B, Cumbia, Americana and doo-wop. The concerts are from 6 to 8 p.m. Fridays and gates open at 4 p.m. The schedule at Stagecoach Community Park is June 20, The Highwayman Show (vintage country); June 27, Full Strength (Top 40, funk and dance); July 11, The Reflexx (80s pop and new wave) and July 18, The Cold Fact (soulful R&B). The lineup at Calavera Hills Community Park is July 25, Kimba Light (Cumbia); Aug. 1, Shakedown String Band (Americana/jam band) and Aug. 8, The Honeydrops (doo-wop, rockabilly from 40s-60s). The last two concerts are at Alga Norte Community Park: Aug. 15, Wayward Sons (power chord rock nostalgia) and Aug. 22, Euphoria Brass Band (modern New Orleans-style jazz). There will be a security check. A free shuttle is available for Alga Norte and Calavera Hills concerts. Parking for Stagecoach concerts is at La Costa Canyon High School. Visit carlsbadca.gov.
Nature walk at lagoon
The Batiquitos Lagoon will have a free nature walk at 10 a.m. June 21. The moderately strenuous hike up a rarely visited trail with views will be led by a docent. Wear a hat and hiking boots and bring water. The walk is open to all ages. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane. Visit batiquitoslagoon.org.
Nonfiction writer’s group meets
A free nonfiction writers group meets from 9 to 11 a.m. June 19 at Front Porch Gallery, 2903 Carlsbad Blvd. The group, led by Andrea Susan Glass, nonfiction book coach, author and UC San Diego instructor, gives constructive on nonfiction writing. The group meets the third Thursday of each month. RSVP at [email protected] or meetup.com.
EL CAJON
Fire chief, historian to speak at meeting
The Grossmont-Mt. Helix Improvement Association will hold its annual dinner meeting at 5:30 p.m. June 21 at the Cuyamaca College Student Center, 900 Rancho San Diego Parkway. The speakers will be Andy Lawler, chief of the San Miguel Fire District, and historian Jim Newland, who will discuss the history of Mt. Helix. Tickets for are $35. hip is $20 per household. Tickets are at gmia.net.
ENCINITAS
Switchfoot Bro-Am concert at Beach Fest
Switchfoot Bro-Am will put on its 21st free, family-friendly Beach Fest from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 21 at Moonlight Beach, 400 B St. The surf contest is from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and live music is from noon to 5 p.m. There will be a vendor village along with food and drinks for sale. The Benefit Party will kick off the festivities on June 19 with fundraising for nonprofits helping San Diego-area youths. Visit broam.org/broam-event.
Encinitas Cruise Nights
The summer cruise nights with classic and vintage cars and local bands continues from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. June 19 along Coast Highway 101 in downtown Encinitas. Cars can park in spaces along Coast Highway or cruise down the street. The event is on the third Thursday of the month through Sept. 18. Visit encinitas101.
Animal shelter runs summer camp
Summer Animal Camp at Rancho Coastal Humane Society runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday, June 16 to Aug. 15. Weeks 1, 2, 3, 7 and 8 are for campers ages 6-10 and Weeks 4, 5, 6 and 9 are for campers ages 11-14. The Animal Camp is an educational experience that includes hands-on interaction with animals along with arts, crafts and outdoor activities. Scholarships are available. Email [email protected] to apply. at sdpets.org, or call 760-753-6413.
Soccer match to benefit kids with cancer
So Cal Dutch Lions WPSL soccer team is holding a charity soccer match at 7 p.m. June 20 at San Dieguito High School to benefit Heroes, Haircuts and Hotcakes. Jenika Davis, an Encinitas resident and student-athlete at UC Irvine, was diagnosed with AML leukemia during her freshman year of college and later founded the nonprofit Heroes, Haircuts and Hotcakes to kids with cancer. The Dutch Lions will face off against the Rebels. Also, NMDP (formerly known as Be The Match) will have information about ing their registry to become a life-saving cell donor. Visit us.givergy.com or dutchlionsfc.com/socal.
Free Pet Vaccination Clinic
Rancho Coastal Humane Society will host a free Pet Vaccination Clinic from 9 a.m. to noon June 14, while supplies last, at Brock’s Community Pet Food Bank on the RCHS North Campus, 389 Requeza St. Vaccinations include DAPP for dogs, H for cats and rabies. There will also be microchips and pet food. Dogs must be on leash or in carriers and cats must be in carriers. RSVP is required at 760-753-6413 or sdpets.org/vaccineclinic.
ESCONDIDO
Arts Awards Dinner
The California Center for the Arts, Escondido will put on its inaugural North County Arts Awards dinner from 6 to 8 p.m. June 28, celebrating North County creativity and honoring individuals in 18 categories in visual, culinary and performing arts. In addition, Bob Will will receive the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his “extraordinary contribution for arts, culture and education in North County and beyond.” The formal black-tie awards dinner will be June 28 at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Conference Center. Visit artcenter.org.
Cruisin’ Grand on Fridays
Cruisin’ Grand continues from 4 to 9 p.m. June 20 on West Grand Avenue in downtown Escondido. The free summertime celebration with music and a display of classic cars from vintage and muscle cars to hot rods runs Fridays through Sept. 26. Visit cruisingrand.net.
Mayor’s National Anthem Contest
The Mayor’s National Anthem Contest is taking submissions until 11:30 p.m. June 17. One local will be selected to perform “The Star-Spangled Banner” live at the 60th annual Independence Day Festival at Grape Day Park on July 4. Visit artcenter.org/event/the-mayors-national-anthem-contest-deadline.
LA JOLLA
Artist’s work featured at music fest
Mainly Mozart, in collaboration with The Art of Autism, hosts Fallbrook-based artist Joel Anderson as its inaugural Mainly Mozart artist-in-residence. As the 2025 artist-in-residence, Anderson’s art will be featured at the annual Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival, running June 18-28. Anderson’s collection will be showcased at the festival’s two primary venues, The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center and UC San Diego’s Epstein Family Amphitheater. The exhibition will feature original pieces and lithographs, available for purchase. In addition to the exhibition, Anderson’s depictions of legendary composers Mozart, Beethoven, Vivaldi and Bach will be incorporated into the festival. Visit theconrad.org.
LA MESA
Financial literacy program for youths kicks off
The La Mesa Juneteenth Foundation hosts a Community Pancake Breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon June 19 at MacArthur Park to kick off its Youth Financial Literacy Program. The event includes kids’ activities to celebrate the launch of “Start From Zero,” a financial literacy program for youths and families in La Mesa, Spring Valley and Lemon Grove. The program, in partnership with Mission Federal Credit Union, gives each participating seventh and eighth grader $25 to open their own savings after completing a financial literacy course. Attendees can sign up on-site for classes. For information or to make a donation, visit lamesajuneteenth.org.
NORTH COUNTY
Local Alcoholics Anonymous has text-based hotline
The North County San Diego Alcoholics Anonymous launched a text-based helpline for community who are seeking help and so they can reach someone 24 hours a day. Those looking to become sober can text an AA volunteer any time day or night and receive from a member of the AA team of recovering alcoholics. The text helpline is currently available for people in North County, including Carlsbad, Encinitas, Escondido, Julian, Oceanside, Poway, Ramona, San Marcos, Vista and Valley Center. The helpline number is 760-758-2514. Visit ncsandiegoaa.org. Those living in other parts of San Diego County can visit aasandiego.org.
Republican women’s group meets
The North County Republican Women group meets at 10 a.m. June 18 at LaValle Coastal Club, 5690 Cancha de Golf, in Rancho Santa Fe. The group has from throughout North County. Doors will open for the breakfast meeting at 9:15 a.m.; the meeting begins at 10 a.m. The cost is $20 for ; $25 for guests. RSVP is required by June 16 at ncrwsd.org.
OCEANSIDE
Juneteenth Jubilee
North San Diego County NAA’s annual Juneteenth multicultural celebration is at 10 a.m. June 21 at Pier View Way and Freeman Street in downtown Oceanside. There will be food and retail vendors, youth performances, a gaming truck, a job fair, health screenings, kids games and face painting along with health and fitness booths. This year’s event promotes the importance of education, contributions and achievement. ission is free. Visit nsdcnaa.org/juneteenth.
Summer Reading program, events at library
The Oceanside Public Library runs its Summer Reading program for all ages to earn prizes for reading and attend educational events through Aug. 2. entertainment for kids through age 12 includes the Creature Features Workshop with the San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum at 9 a.m. June 23 at the John Landes Community Center Library, 2855 Cedar Road, and Little Learners Music Class with Nightingale Music Studio at 9 a.m. June 24 at the Civic Center Library, 330 N. Coast Highway. Events for teens up to age 17 include Games and Grub from 11 a.m. to noon Tuesdays at the Civic Center Library or noon to 1 p.m. Thursdays at the John Landes Community Center along with Big Blanket at the Library Cozy Games at noon June 16 at Joe Balderrama Park, 709 San Diego St., and 11 a.m. July 1 at the Civic Center Library. Teens can also sign up to volunteer at the library. Library events for adults include Wind-Up Vinyl Hour from 5 to 6 p.m. on the second Monday of the month throughout the summer in the Civic Center Library Courtyard and Puzzlepalooza from 4 to 6 p.m. June 27 in the Civic Center Library Community Room and Courtyard. Sign up at oceansidelibrary.org.
Free lunch for kids at library
The Oceanside Public Library provides the free Lunch at the Library program this summer through Aug. 8 at the Civic Center Library, 330 N. Coast Highway, John Landes Community Center Library, 2855 Cedar Road, and Joe Balderrama Park, 709 San Diego St., for all kids ages 0-18. Lunch at the Library starts June 16, and will be offered from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at the Civic Center Library and noon to 12:45 p.m. at the John Landes Community Center Library and at Joe Balderrama Park. In addition to free meals, enrichment activities for kids will be provided. Visit oceansidelibrary.org.
Dinner Dance for widows and widowers
The North County Widows and Widowers Club holds a Dinner Dance with live music from 5 to 9:30 p.m. June 27 at the Oceanside Elks Lodge, 444 Country Club Lane. Dinners are $22. RSVP by June 19 at 760-438-5491.
Job Readiness Workshop
The Oceanside Public Library’s READS Learning Center, 804 Pier View Way, continues its Job Readiness Workshop series from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. June 16 with a workshop on Resumes That Rock: Represent Yourself Well and June 23 is on Winning the Interview: Tips, Techniques & Practice. A Job Fair will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 20 at the Civic Center Library, 330 N. Coast Highway. To for any, or all, of the workshops, call 760-435-5680, or sign up at oceansidelibrary.org/events.
Two free lectures
LIFE, MiraCosta College’s Learning is for Everyone group, holds two free lectures June 20 at the Oceanside Campus istration Building, 1 Barnard Drive. At 1 p.m., there will be a presentation on “Invasive Pests in San Diego” and at 2:30 p.m. on “Terns in Mission Bay: Where Conservation Meets Recreation.” Visit miracosta.edu/life.
Equine programs at Ivey Ranch
Ivey Ranch offers equine summer camps for youths (ages 7 to 17) starting June 30 offering experience with horseback riding, vaulting and animal care. The nonprofit is also looking for volunteers to help out. Visit iveyranch.com.
POWAY
Pickleball Tournament benefits Alzheimer’s Association
The second Longest Day Pickleball Tournament is from 1 to 3:30 p.m., followed by a happy hour and awards from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. June 21 at Chira Tennis Academy, 14343 Silverset St. The event benefits the Alzheimer’s Association San Diego/Imperial Chapter. A $50 donation includes pickleball, awards and snacks. Tickets are at donorbox.org/events/767554/steps/choose_tickets.
SAN DIEGO
Ice Cream Festival
The seventh annual Scoop San Diego Ice Cream Festival is from noon to 4 p.m. June 22 at 3000 North Park Way, presented by Pacific Health Group. The event features samplings from more than 30 of the area’s top ice cream, gelato and paleta makers along with music, family activities and demonstrations. There will be exclusive flavors created with recovered produce from local nonprofit ProduceGood, to highlight a community commitment to reduce food waste and help those in need. New this year is a Best Ice Cream Flavor of the Year competition judged by celebrity chefs Claudia Sandoval, Zuliya Khawaja and Sam The Cooking Guy. Tickets are $50, including 10 1-ounce samples and VIP for $125, plus applicable fees. Net proceeds benefit ProduceGood, a local nonprofit fighting food waste and hunger in San Diego County. Visit scoopsandiego.org.
Balboa Park Twilight Concerts
The Balboa Park Twilight Concert series is from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, June 17 to Aug. 28, at the Spreckels Organ Pavillion in Balboa Park. The first concert on June 17 features The American Flyboys Band with jazz, swing, rock ‘n’ roll and Latin rhythms. For the schedule, visit balboapark.org/twilight-concerts.
Black Arts Festival
The Juneteenth Black Arts Festival will be held June 19-22, hosted by San Diego Black Artist Collective at the Diversionary Theatre, 4545 Park Blvd. The festival highlights visual art, dance, music, and acting. The festival starts with an evening of spoken word and music, followed by a reading series and poetry on day two, a multidisciplinary showcase of dance, music, poetry and more on day three and a gospel brunch on day four. The event starts 7:30 p.m. June 19-20; 2 p.m. June 21 and 11 a.m. June 22. Tickets are $25-$80, plus applicable fees. Visit eventbrite.com/e/black-arts-festival-tickets-1344352146459.
Taste of Little Italy
The San Diego Taste of Little Italy runs from 4 to 8 p.m. June 17-18, featuring food and live music. Over 20 restaurants each night will serve traditional Italian dishes along with seafood creations and globally inspired bites from more than 20 restaurants. The event, with live local music, starts at Piazza della Famiglia, where visitors pick up a Taste port before going on the self-guided stroll through the neighborhood and sampling signature dishes. For tickets, visit littleitalysd.com/events/taste-of-little-italy.
Annual Black Entrepreneurs Summit
The fifth annual Black Entrepreneurs Leaders & Learners’ Business & Government Contracting Summit is from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. June 27 and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 28 at UC San Diego Park & Market, 1100 Market St. The free two-day event features more than 20 workshops, sessions and discussions, 30 procurement leaders from agencies such as CalTrans and SDG&E, a networking mixer and a $2,500 pitch competition along with hands-on to help small businesses secure government and corporate contracts. Visit bellgroupsd.com/bell-summit-2025.
Kiwanis Club holds get together
The nonprofit Kiwanis Club of San Diego holds several events this month, including at noon June 17 at Elijah’s Restaurant, 7061 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., with retired San Diego Union-Tribune reporter Roger Showley speaking about Balboa Park and San Diego history; cost is $35. The club also meets at noon June 24 at Westgate hotel downtown, 1055 Second Ave., with Joel Montecalvo speaking about California insurance; cost is $35. Visit kiwanisclubsandiego.org.
Half-marathon seeks volunteers
The 48th annual America’s Finest City Half Marathon & 5K will be held Aug. 17 and volunteers are needed to help out. The scenic half-marathon is from the Cabrillo National Monument at the tip of Point Loma, along San Diego Bay, Harbor Island, Embarcadero, past the Star of India, through downtown San Diego to a finish in historic Balboa Park. Visit inmotionevents.com/event/afc-half/volunteer.
Artists give State of Union answers
A program titled “Artists Response-This is Our Lives” is at 7 p.m. June 27 at First Lutheran Church, 1420 Third Ave. Visual artists, photographers and performers will present their own State of the Union answers through performances and art on “where we are right now in regard to race, gender rights, Black history and arts funding.” Suggested donation is $15 or pay what you can. Refreshments will be provided. Visit firstlutheransd.org.
Volunteers sought to clear trails
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park’s trails maintenance volunteer unit is looking for volunteers. The group clears trails of brush and fallen tree branches and works on grading over 80 miles of park trails. Work party days are four hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. the volunteer coordinator at [email protected] or 858-278-3280.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY
Widows and widowers group holds events
The San Diego Widows and Widowers group hosts Cribbage at 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Euchre at 1 p.m. Wednesdays at the Food Court in Grossmont Center in La Mesa. or prospective who want to learn to play are welcome. The group’s monthly Mexican Train potluck and games continues at noon on the third Thursday each month at St. Alban’s Church, 490 Farragut Circle, in El Cajon. Bring a dish to share and $3. The Saturday weekly walk is at 8 a.m. at Lake Murray followed by a breakfast gathering at a local coffee shop. A meetup is planned for 5 p.m. June 25 at the Olive Garden in Santee. The annual Luau at the Bali Hai is July 22 featuring a buffet lunch and dancing. Reservations are $50 for WOW SD , $60 for guests. For reservations or information, email @wowsd.fun.
Writers group discusses publishing using AI
The nonprofit San Diego Writers and Editors Guild hosts a presentation on how artificial intelligence can be used in marketing your book at 7 p.m. June 23 via Zoom. The speaker, Fauzia Burke, has over 25 years of experience in the publishing industry. Guest registration is $20. at sdweg.orgevent-5915171.
SAN MARCOS
Go Skate Day event
North City is hosting a community event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 21 in honor of National Go Skate Day. The event, called Ramp It Up, celebrates skate culture with lessons, professional demos, breakdancing, live DJs and food and drink. Riders and spectators can buy various bites from North City eateries, breweries and wineries. Visit northcity.com.
SANTEE
Free summer concerts
The free Santee Summer Concert Series continues from 6:30 to 8 p.m. June 19 with the Stoney B Blues Band at Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Drive. Bring lawn chairs. The series continues until Aug. 14. Visit cityofsanteeca.gov.
SOLANA BEACH
Concerts at the Cove
The city of Solana Beach and the Belly Up host the Summer “Concerts at the Cove” series bringing local musicians to the Fletcher Cove Park stage from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays from June 19 to Aug. 7 for audiences of all ages. The June 19 concert features the Coronado Big Band. Bring low-back beach chairs, blankets and picnics. Visit cityofsolanabeach.org/en/events/concerts-cove-10.
SPRING VALLEY
Pickleball Fundraiser
San Diego-based nonprofit Resounding Joy will put on its second Pickleball Fundraiser on June 28 at The Hub Pickleball, 9545 Campo Road. Proceeds will help fund the Sounds of Service program for military, veterans and first responders. Tickets are $50, which includes entry into the tournament, light bites, a drink ticket (beer/wine), nonalcoholic beverages and dessert. Visit resoundingjoyinc.org.
Quartermania to benefit high school
Mt. Miguel High School Foundation is hosting Quartermania from 1 to 3:30 p.m. June 21 at the Mt. Miguel High School Multi-Cultural Event Center, 8585 Blossom Lane. The event will feature preview shopping at 1 p.m. and the quarter auction from 1:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The cost of ission is $25, including snacks and drinks. Proceeds go toward Mt. Miguel High School Special Projects. Tickets are at rb.gy/ayojk5.
VISTA
Celebration of craft beer
Downtown Vista and the San Diego Brewers Guild will put on a 10-day celebration of craft beer June 20-30 featuring an art exhibit, a beer and wine tasting event and the Rhythm & Brews music festival. The celebration includes The BevArt Show, a free art exhibit along Vista’s Paseo Santa Fe District from June 20-30 that showcases the creative works used on beer labels, merchandising, apparel and murals. A Beer vs. Wine Sip-Off is June 27; tickets are at bevartshow.com. Vista EatWeek is June 24-26 and patrons of downtown Vista restaurants and breweries can earn free tickets to the Beer vs. Wine Sip-Off. The Rhythm & Brews Festival is from 1 to 4 p.m. June 28 with craft beer, live music and vendors at Citrus and Broadway in downtown Vista. The San Diego Brewers Guild will host 30 independent breweries. VIP early ission is from noon to 1 p.m. Tickets are $20-$75; VIP, $90 at sdbeer.com.
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