Del Mar Rose Society to hold “Roses Around the World” presentation
Del Mar Rose Society will host guest speaker John Bagnasco from the radio show “Garden America” and chairman of the California Coastal Rose Society.
Bagnasco will discuss “Roses Around the World,” the universal proposition of saving rose varieties in the 21st century. The event will be held Thursday, Jan. 30, 6:30 p.m. at the Del Mar Powerhouse Community Center, 1658 Coast Blvd. The event will include a reception followed by the lecture at 7 p.m. Call 760-809-6860 or visitwww.delmarrosesociety.com for more information.
Jurassic Quest coming to Fairgrounds
Life-size dinosaurs like those from millions of years ago will be at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Jan. 17-20 as part of Jurassic Quest’s cross-country tour. The traveling dinosaur show includes animatronic dinosaurs ranging from Apatosaurus to Tyrannosaurus rex, recreated by paleontologists. Visitors can walk through millions of years of dinosaur history. Kids can climb on one of the life-like prehistoric creatures and take a ride. Highlights include fossil digs and dino crafts along with dinosaur-themed bounce houses, games and “Tricera-tots” soft play area. Hours are 1 to 6 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday at the fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Tickets are $26.85 to $40.85 at www.jurassicquest.com.
Farmers Insurance Open
One of the first major men’s professional golf tournaments of the year takes place annually in San Diego. The Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines Golf Course is a four-day event. Ticketed visitors to the tourney can see some of the top golfers compete to win over $1 million in prize money. In 2024, Matthieu Pavon won $1.62 million and the Farmers Insurance trophy. Jan. 22-25. Torrey Pines Golf Course, 11480 N. Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla. $65-$650. farmersinsuranceopen.com
Warrior Spirit 5K Run/Walk & Family Festival
The Mitchell Thorp Foundation will host its 16th Annual Warrior Spirit 5K Run/Walk & Family Festival on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, at Carlsbad’s Poinsettia Park. The event s families whose children are suffering from life-threatening illnesses, diseases, and disorders. The fun-filled day of running and walking also includes live music, food, games, prizes, T-shirts and finishing medals. To and for more information, visit shorturl.at/rIZGy or www.mitchellthorp.org.
MLK 5K Walk/Fun Run
The San Diego MLK 5K Walk/Run takes off at 9 a.m. Jan. 19 at the Embarcadero, 1492 N. Harbor Drive, going down Harbor Drive, crossing into Seaport Village and looping around back to the start. The 1-Mile Cruiser Walk/Run also starts at 9 a.m. and follows a 1-mile course down Harbor Drive. Registration is $35-$40. Bring family and friends (human and furry). There is also an option for virtual participation. Visit https://findarace.com/us/events/san-diego-mlk-5k-walk-fun-run
Batiquitos Lagoon nature walk highlights winter migration of birds
Batiquitos Lagoon will hold a nature walk on Saturday, Jan. 18 at 10 a.m. to learn about the variety of birds on their winter migration, visiting the lagoon from November to March. This free, family event is good for adults and kids age 12 and older. Binoculars are recommended and can be borrowed from the Nature Center. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane, Carlsbad. For more information , visit Batiquitoslagoon.org.
Madison Gallery presents solo exhibition by Ángel Ricardo Ricardo Ríos
Madison Gallery in Solana Beach presents the unique artistic journey of Ángel Ricardo Ricardo Rios in his solo exhibition La Verdad Absoluta.Ricardo has exhibited individually since 1981 in multiple institutions. Ricardo has received several awards and mentions, including Honorable Mention in the fourth Biennial of Visual Arts Yucatan Mexico and multiple publications, including Art Magazine Spain and Art Nexus.On view Jan. 15-March 15. Opening reception is on Saturday, Jan. 25, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m., artist in attendance. Visit madisongalleries.com for more information. Madison Gallery is located at 320 S. Cedros, Suite 200, Solana Beach.
Village Church to present free festival “To the Faith We Sing”
The Village Church welcomes everyone to “The Faith We Sing,” a free festival of hymns with brass and organ on Sunday, Jan. 26 at 4 p.m. in the church sanctuary at 6225 Paseo Delicias in Rancho Santa Fe. in the singing of beloved hymns and anthems with guest choir conductor and organist Charles Frost. Frost is the president of the Hymn Society of the United States and Canada, giving recitals and leading hymn concerts throughout the country. This festival will be the culmination of a weekend of rehearsals, lectures, and worship at the Village Church. Anyone interested in performing hymns with Frost and the Village Community Chorale should the church Music Ministries Coordinator Twyla Arant: [email protected] more information on the Jan. 26 festival, Director of Worship Juan Carlos Acosta at [email protected] or visit the church website: villagechurch.org.
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
The 43rd annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade starts at 11 a.m. Jan. 19 and heads on Harbor Drive south from Ash Street to Pacific Street. The parade features floats, bands, drill teams, colleges and universities, fraternities, sororities, churches and civic and youth groups. The event includes an MLK 5k Walk/Fun Run and Harmony Health Festival starting at 9 a.m. The parade is coordinated by the Zeta Sigma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., an African American fraternity. Visit sandiegoalphsandiegouniontribune.noticiases.info/mlk-parade.
Multicultural Martin Luther King Day Celebration
The family-friendly 36th Annual Multicultural MLK Day festival themed “Celebrating Unity in the Community” is from noon to 6 p.m. Jan. 20 at the WorldBeat Center, 2100 Park Blvd., in Balboa Park. Highlights include live music, Pato Banton & the Now Generation Band, Antoinette Rootsdawtah, multicultural performances, Aztec Dance, Native American blessing, guest speakers and craft vendors along with the release of the award-winning documentary “The Spirit of Ubuntu.” The event is hosted by WorldBeat Center and Stand Up For Justice. Visit www.worldbeatcenter.org/event/36th-annual-martin-luther-king-day-celebration.
The Hutchins Consort to feature “Bach and Rock”
The Hutchins Consort presents “Bach and Rock”, a rousing performance of Bach’s music paired with Rock n’ Roll favorites, on Friday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church (890 Balour Dr., Encinitas).To purchase tickets go to hutchinsconsort.org or purchase tickets at the door.
The Encinitas Guitar Orchestra Spaghetti Western encore performance
On Friday, Jan. 24, at 7:30 p.m., the Encinitas Guitar Orchestra under the direction of Peter Pupping with 35 will present an encore performance of music from the soundtracks of the famous spaghetti western movies from director Sergio Leon. These movies featured the “The Man with No Name” played by Clint Eastwood and music composed by the celebrated film composer Ennio Morricone. The theme of this concert was inspired by the movie “Once Upon a Time in the West” and the music of the Dollar Trilogy: A Fistful of Dollars, For a Few Dollars More and The Good, The Bad and the Ugly.Event location: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 925 Balour Dr., Encinitas. Suggested donation $20. General seating, no reservations. www.encinitasguitarorchestra.com.
San Diego Bird Festival
The San Diego Bird Alliance hosts the annual San Diego Bird Festival. The five-day festival gives the public educational and social workshops, classes, field trips and keynote presentations about local birds and their habitats. Feb. 26 to March 2. Marina Village Conference Center, 1936 Quivira Way, San Diego. sandiegobirdfestival.org
Coast to Crest Challenge
The Coast to Crest Challenge starts its eighth year this month for hikers to sample San Dieguito River Park’s trail network by finishing a series of five hikes, organized by the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy. The deadline to complete this year’s series is June 30. Visit sdrvc.org.
Next Death Cafe event
At a Death Cafe, people, often strangers, gather to eat snacks, drink tea and discuss death. the objective is to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. The event creates an inviting, safe space to share the heartfelt experience of diving into a taboo topic which unites everyone.Free ission. Saturday Jan. 25, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., reoccurring every fourth Saturday of the month. Website: www.deathcafe.com.Location: Seaside Center for Spiritual Living, 1613 Lake Drive Encinitas. RSVP at Meetup: The Death Network or email [email protected]
Speech Trek open to high school students
The Poway-Peñasquitos Branch of the American Association of University Women holds its annual Speech Trek competition for high school students. Participants create a 5- to 6-minute speech on a topic chosen by AAUW, and deliver it on Feb. 8 to a of local judges. The prizes are $750 for first place, $500 for second place and $250 for third place. The registration deadline is Jan. 24. The competition is limited to the first 10 applicants. For information, email [email protected].
Fleet Science Center s Museums for All program
The Fleet Science Center has ed the Museums for All program to encourage people of all backgrounds and financial resources to visit the museum. The access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services is istered by the Association of Children’s Museums. The program s those receiving food assistance (SNAP) benefits visiting the Fleet Science Center, 1875 El Prado, in Balboa Park, and allows them gallery ission for a minimal fee of $3 per person with the presentation of a SNAP Electronic Benefits Transfer card at the ticket counter. Visit fleetscience.org/deals-discounts.
