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CARLSBAD

Tribute to Bernstein opens this week

New Village Arts is putting on a tribute to composer Leonard Bernstein. The two-character show explores Bernstein’s relationship with New York City, his famous New York friends such as Stephen Sondheim and Aaron Copland, and the impact of New York on Bernstein’s music, life and relationships. Previews are Wednesday and ThursdayJune 29-30; opening night is at 7:30 p.m. Friday July 1 at The Flower Fields, 5704 Paseo Del Norte. Performances run through July 31. Tickets cost $35-$40, with discounts for seniors, students and active-duty military. Visit newvillagearts.org.

Genealogy buffs to

hold meeting Tuesday

Jennifer Warner will present “Using Fold 3 to Find Your Military Ancestors” to the North San Diego Genealogical Society from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday , June 28 at the Carlsbad City Council Chambers, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive. Fold 3 features collections of original military records. The meeting is free. The speaker will present virtually to in-person attendees; register for online attendance at nsdcgs.org.

CARMEL VALLEY Kids Happy Hour runs through Aug. 25

One Paseo’s Kids Happy Hour series are from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursdays, through Aug. 25 . The event combines kid-friendly entertainment and snacks from One Paseo’s eateries to create a festive event for families. Entertainment includes magic shows, story times, a ventriloquist and puppet shows. The next happy hour is Thursday June23. Visit onepaseo.com/events/kidshappyhour.

Moonlight Cinema series runs in July

One Paseo’s outdoor movie series, Summer Moonlight Cinema, runs Saturdays in June and July, through July 30. Movie selections include recent hits such as “Luca” and “Jungle Cruise,” as well as family-friendly classics like “Tangled” and “The LEGO Movie.” The movies are from 7 to 9 p.m. on One Paseo’s Lawn, near Harland Brewing. Bring blankets or low chairs. Visit onepaseo.com/events/moonlightcinema.

DEL MAR

Rose Society has display at the fair

The Del Mar Rose Society will be at the San Diego County Fair on Thursday , June 30th in the Flower and Garden Section. Visit the display of roses grown in members’ gardens. Bring your questions and members will share their knowledge about growing roses. Call (760) 809-6860.

ENCINITAS

LeucadiART Walk puts out call for participants

Leucadia 101 Mainstreet Association is looking for artists for its annual LeucadiART Walk, a juried show slated for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 28 along Coast Highway 101 in Leucadia. Artists who live in San Diego County can apply by July 15. Artists who apply after the deadline can still be accepted into the show, but not be listed on the event guide. Visit tinyurl.com/LeucadiART.

Rob Thorsen Quartet to give concert at library

The Friends of the Encinitas Library presents the award-winning Rob Thorsen Quartet in a free concert from 2 to 3 p.m. July 3 at 540 Cornish Drive. The group will perform a variety of music, including jazz, Latin music and original compositions. The band features bassist Rob ThorsenCQ, pianist Alexander AndersonCQ, vibraphonist Matt DiBiaseCQ and drummer Richard SellersCQ. Visit encinitaslibfriends.org.

Bird walk Monday

at botanic garden

The San Diego Botanic Garden hosts its next monthly bird walk at 8 a.m. Monday July 4 led by birding specialists at the garden, Quail Gardens Drive and Ecke Ranch Road, which is a hot spot for native birds, migrants and wintering guests. Visit sdbgarden.org.

ESCONDIDO

Free class for seniors on money-saving tips

The Escondido Adult School, 220 W. Crest St., runs a free class from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday July 1 with tips for seniors on how to save money and stretch their dollars during this inflationary period. Visit escondidoadultschool.org.

‘Some Like it Hot’ theme of art show

The theme of the Escondido Art Association’s July art show is “Some Like It Hot” at the Artists Gallery, 121 W. Grand Ave. Entry fees are $30 for first entry, $5 each for second and third; $20/$5 for members. Take-in of art will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. , July 2nd The show runs Saturday through Aug 5. A free reception is set for 4 to 6:30 p.m. July 9 at the gallery. Visit escondidoartassociation.com.

FALLBROOK

Free concert set for Tuesday at library

Freaney and Friends will feature Melanie Pedro with her accompanist Connie Kleppe on the piano at 1 p.m. Tuesday June 28 at the Fallbrook Library, 124 S. Mission Road. Pedro, a classically trained lyric soprano, has performed throughout California. The program includes arias from Puccini operas, Broadway favorites and patriotic works, along with solo piano works by Chopin and Ravel. Visit sdcl.org.

Solar Rights Alliance leader to give talk

Fallbrook Climate Action Team will present a talk at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday June28 via Zoom with Solar Rights Alliance Council Executive Director Dave RosenfeldCQ on the California Public Utilities Commission’s upcoming proposal to increase the cost of rooftop solar. The Solar Rights Alliance is a statewide nonprofit association of California solar users. To receive the Zoom link, sign up for the group’s e-blast at fallbrookclimateactionteam.org.

NORTH COUNTY

Upcoming blood drives

The San Diego Blood Bank will hold blood drives in the following parking lots:

Anytime Fitness, noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday , June 28 at 850 Main St., Ramona.

Panera Bread, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 29 at 1286 Auto Park Way, Escondido.

Radeus Labs Inc., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday , June 29at 12720 Danielson Court, Poway.

Harrah’s Resort Southern California, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, June 30, at 777 Harrah’s Rincon Way, Valley Center.

Best Buy, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday , June 30at 2110 Vista Way, Oceanside.

CVS, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday , June 30 at 1101 S. Mission Road, Fallbrook.

Call (800) 469-7322 or visit sandiegobloodbank.org.Dance troupe seeks new members

The Toe Tappers senior dance group is recruiting experienced tap dancers who enjoy rehearsing and performing for audiences. The group entertains at special events throughout San Diego. Dancers rehearse in North County on Monday and Thursday mornings. Call (760) 845-5705.

OCEANSIDE

Electric shuttle

serves downtown

An electric vehicle shuttle pilot program started serving downtown Oceanside. The “gO’side” five-passenger electric shuttles run from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Shuttles can be hailed via the “Ride Circuit” smartphone app, selecting “Oceanside” as the location, or by flagging down a shuttle in an area that is safe to stop for passenger boarding. The service is free but a nominal fare may be charged in the future, based on ridership. The service area covers from Oceanside Harbor south to Vista Way in the area west of Interstate 5. The pilot program is slated to run through November. Visit ridegoside.com.

Library’s free Cafecito ESL program begins in July

The Oceanside Public Library’s new English as a Second Language program, called Cafecito, brings community members together to practice English conversation skills in small, informal groups. Starting in July, the groups meet 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays at the READS Learning Center, 804 Pier View Way, Unit 101 and 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays at John Landes Park, 2855 Cedar Rd, outside, near the visiting Bookmobile.The free program is led by volunteer conversation guides and is open to adults with all levels of English language proficiency. Drop-ins are welcome anytime during the month. Refreshments will be provided. Registration is not required. The Oceanside READS Learning Center offers free tutoring and small classes for adults who want to improve their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in a welcoming environment. Call (760) 435-5680 or visit oceansidepubliclibrary.org.

Buena Vista Audubon seeks nature guides

The Buena Vista Audubon needs volunteer nature guides to offer a short lesson as well as small group walks on the lagoon nature trails. Schoolchildren come to the Buena Vista Lagoon Nature Center for free guided tours on topics such as birds, insects and animals of the lagoon. All training and materials are provided; time commitment is flexible. Email [email protected].

POWAY

Senior patrol volunteers sought

The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department stations in Poway and 4S Ranch are looking for adults to join the Senior Volunteer Patrol. Duties include traffic control, patrolling neighborhoods in Poway and 4S Ranch, checking on homes of residents on vacation, and checking on the welfare of residents as part of the Sheriff’s Department’s “You Are Not Alone” program. Volunteers must be at least 50 years old, a U.S. citizen or legal resident who has applied for citizenship, and have a valid California driver’s license and car insurance. Volunteers must be of good moral character with no felony convictions and attend a two-week Senior Volunteer Patrol Academy. Volunteers typically work up to five hours a week. Call (858) 232-8000. For information about the Senior Volunteer Patrol program in other parts of San Diego, visit sdsheriff.gov/recruitment/senior-volunteer-patrol.

RANCHO BERNARDO

Church sponsoring drive-thru food drive

Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church is sponsoring a drive-thru food drop-off from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 2 at 17010 Pomerado Road. Donations will be going to the “4 Community Care” food pantry serving seniors and families in need in the Poway Unified School District boundaries. Items needed include cereals, canned soups, low-sugar snacks such as plain or cheese crackers, vanilla wafers, graham crackers, granola or breakfast bars, canned meals, pasta and pasta sauces. Checks can be made out to “4 Community Care.” Visit rbcommunity.org.

RANCHO SANTA FE

Church hosts family barbecue next week

The Village Church hosts a free Family Summer Barbecue party from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 3 on the church campus, 6225 Paseo Delicias. Highlights include barbecue lunch, family games, crafts and a bouncy house. The event will follow a 10 a.m. worship service in the church sanctuary. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for an all-American singalong. All ages are welcome to this Fourth of July celebration. Visit villagechurch.org/family-summer-bbq.

Shelter to Soldier holds charity gala in August

Shelter to Soldier will hold its 10th anniversary “Be the Light” charity gala from 5 to 9 p.m. Aug. 13 at the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, 5951 Linea del Cielo. The fundraising goal is $180,000 to benefit the Oceanside-based nonprofit’s psychiatric therapy dog training program to help rescue service dogs to train and support veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and/or traumatic brain injury. For sponsorships and tickets, visit sheltertosoldier.orgCQ or call (760) 870-5338, ext. 304.

SAN MARCOS

Lunch served weekdays at senior center

Lunch is served at the San Marcos Senior Activity Center, 111 Richmar Ave., at 11:30 a.m. Mondays through Fridays. A soup and salad bar option is offered Tuesdays and Thursdays. Daily lunch reservations must be made by 2 p.m. at least one business day prior to attending, and one week prior to special events. Suggested lunch contribution for ages 60 and older is $4; for ages 59 years and younger, the cost is $5. Preregistration is required for first-time attendees. Sign up by calling (760) 744-5535, ext. 3607, or visit the Lunch Desk.

Bingo on Mondays at senior center

The San Marcos Senior Activity Center, at 111 Richmar Ave., hosts bingo from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Mondays. The cost is $1 per card. Prizes include snacks, decorations and household items. Participants can also have lunch at 11:30 a.m. before bingo. Suggested lunch contribution for ages 60 and older is $4; cost for ages 59 and younger is $5. Lunch reservations must be made by 2 p.m. the Friday before bingo at (760) 744-5535, ext. 3607, or visit the Lunch Desk.

Writing group meets Wednesdays

The San Marcos Writers’ Critique Group meets from 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays via Zoom for serious writers to critique each other’s writings. Basic requirements include a computer with video, audio and Internet and a commitment to participate every week for four months. The group splits the $16 monthly cost between members. Participants read their pieces and receive constructive critique. Email [email protected] needed for Type 1 diabetes study

Families with adolescent children with Type 1 diabetes are being sought for a study by graduate student Jessica Preciado, under the direction of professor Sharon Hamill, from the Psychology Department at California State University San Marcos. This study is designed to explore Type 1 diabetes in adolescents ages 13-18 and how families manage the disease. Participants will complete a brief online survey at their convenience. All eligible participants who complete the survey will receive $5 (maximum of $15 per family). Study results will be made available upon request. For more information on volunteering, visit: https://preci012.wixsite.com/my-site or email Preciado at [email protected].

SOLANA BEACH

Concerts at the Cove continues Thursday

The city of Solana Beach and the Belly Up Tavern continue the free “Concerts at the Cove” series, featuring Slack Key Ohana with Polynesian Dancers from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Thursday June 30 at the Fletcher Cove Park stage for all ages. The concert series offers community members, especially families, a variety of musical styles in an outdoor setting by the beach runs through Aug. 25. Bring low-back beach chairs, ground cover and picnics. Visit cityofsolanabeach.org.

VISTA

Three Dog Night show benefits homeless kids

Three Dog Night will perform a Concert of Hope benefiting homeless youths from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Thursday, June 30th, with a VIP reception at 5:30 p.m. at the Moonlight Amphitheater, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive. The concert benefits the nonprofit Doors of Change, which helps homeless youths ages 17-25. Tickets are $49-$159. Call (760) 724-2110 or visit doorsofchange.org.

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