Bestselling author to speak at Library Guild of RSF fundraiser The Library Guild of RSF, in partnership with Warwick’s, is hosting author Sarah Penner at a fundraising luncheon at the Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club on Thursday, May 1. Check-in begins at 11:30 a.m., seating begins at noon. Proceeds benefit the RSF Library.Enjoy a delicious lunch, fabulous raffle and listen to New York TImes bestselling author Sarah Penner discuss her new book The Amalfi Curse.Visit www.libraryguildrsf.org or call 858-756-4780 to register. The RSF Golf Club is located at 5827 Via de la Cumbre, Rancho Santa Fe. Eggstravaganza at Village Church Easter celebration starts at 9 a.m. April 12 for kids ages 2-10 at the Village Church fellowship center, 6225 Paseo Delicias. Festivities include an egg hunt, a petting zoo and crafts. The highlight is an interactive Easter story led by Village Church’s senior pastor, the Rev. Jack Baca. Breakfast will be served. Cost is $5 per person; free for ages 2 and younger. Registration is required at villagechurch.org/eggstravaganza.Spring Tails Family Festival DaysHands-on animal encounters, crafts and games from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 5, 13 and 27 at Helen Woodward Animal Center, 6461 El Apajo Road. Recommended for families with toddlers and children in grade school. Visit animalcenter.org. Easter celebrations at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe Celebrate Easter at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe on Sunday, April 20 with brunch at Lilian’s and family fun with egg hunts, crafts, face painting and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Lilian’s will be serving up a seasonal brunch featuring pancakes, eggs benedicts and crafted morning cocktails. Easter activities on the lawn begin at 10:30 a.m. with free egg hunts at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Egg hunt reservations are kindly requested, visit theinnatrsf.com. Spring concert features Songs of Hope The Village Church hosts a free Spring Choral Concert, Songs of Hope, at 4 p.m. April 13 in the church sanctuary, 6225 Paseo Delicias. The concert features internationally recognized organist Nathaniel Gumbs, director of chapel music at Yale University, who will be joined by the Village Community Chorale, several soloists and professional musicians. The performance includes the “Chichester Psalms” by Leonard Bernstein, “The Chariot Jubilee” by R. Nathaniel Dett, “Hear My Prayer” by Felix Mendelssohn, and “Song of Hope” by Florence Price. Child care is available upon request. No tickets are required. Freewill offering. Email jacosta@villagechurch.org or visit villagechurch.org/2025-concert-series. 18th RSF Passover Seder event Come celebrate the Passover holiday together with friends and family in a warm and friendly environment presented by the Chabad Jewish Center in Rancho Santa Fe. The Seder experience will include a delicious traditional three-course gourmet dinner, hand-baked shmurah matzah, plenty of wine and fascinating insights into the festival of freedom.Celebrate this Passover on Saturday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rancho Santa Fe communal Seder. Limited seating. For more information and to make a reservation visit www.jewishRSF.com/seder or call Chabad Jewish Center of RSF at 858-756-7571. Tequila & Taco Music Festival The Tequila & Taco Music Festival will take place at the Del Mar Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 26, from 1 p.m.-9 p.m. The festival will be headlined by legendary artists Timbaland and B.o.B, and will feature tequila tastings, local taco eateries and more. For additional information go tohttps://www.tequilaandtacomusicfestival.com/ 13th Annual Regale in the Ranch benefit event The Beach & Country Guild and United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego will hold their 13th Annual Regale in the Ranch benefit event, “Red, White & Bling,” on Thursday, May 8, from 6 p.m.-10 p.m. at the Secret Garden at Rancho Santa Fe (17025 Avenida De Acacias, RSF). Wear your best “Red, White & Bling” and attend the event to help support United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego. The event features libations and delicious bites from local vendors and restaurants, live music, opportunity drawing and live auction. Limited open seating is available on a first come first basis for general admission. For tickets and more information go to shorturl.at/Fm61n The County Friends Annual Spring Luncheon The Country Friends nonprofit will hold its Annual Spring Luncheon on Wednesday, April 30, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club. Celebrate the season by wearing bright spring colors, inviting friends, and exploring fantastic shopping options for Mother’s Day, a news release stated. Event co-chairs are Maggie Bobileff and Sage Billick. For tickets, go to shorturl.at/hulFd The Country Friends nonprofit supports human care agencies, with special emphasis on services to women, children, the elderly, military families, and persons with disabilities. Visit thecountryfriends.org. North County Republican Women meeting to feature guest speaker Jim Desmond The April meeting of the North County Republican Women (NCRW) will be held on Wednesday, April 16, at Lomas Santa Fe Country Club, 1505 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach. Doors open for the breakfast meeting at 9:15 a.m., the meeting will begin at 10 a.m. The cost is members: $20; guests: $25. RSVP to www.ncrwsd.org by Monday, April 14.The guest speaker for April is Jim Desmond. Desmond’s resume reads as follows: Father, husband, US Navy Veteran, retired Delta Airlines pilot, former Mayor of San Marcos and current District 5 San Diego County Supervisor, according to a news release. Desmond is currently running for Congress in the 49th District, representing hard-working families. April’s Spring Fling Games Day to be held in Solana Beach Solana Beach Community Connections (SBCC), the City of Solana Beach Parks and Recreation and Let’s Play a Game Foundation invites all to a celebrate April’s Spring Fling at their monthly Games Day on Thursday, April 10 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. This free event will take place at La Colonia Community Center located at 715 Valley Avenue, Solana Beach.Spread the word. Bring a friend. Make new friends. Lots of games to choose from such as Mexican Train or American Mahjongg to name a few. Let’s Play a Game Foundation will be there to introduce you to a variety of new games such as “Just One” or “Deep Sea Adventure.”Registration is requested for refreshment planning. Reserve your spot by emailing Info@SolanaBeachCC.org or by calling 858-284-6619 Batiquitos Lagoon presentation Batiquitos Lagoon will hold a presentation on April 12 at 10 a.m. titled, “The Lagoon Restoration Project 1994-97” given by Betty Dehoney, a leading member of the most important project in the lagoon’s recent history, according to a news release.She will talk about the project’s complex process and its far-reaching effects, leading up to its current status and phenomenal success. This free, family event is good for adults and kids age 15 and older. Space is limited and is first come, first served. It’s recommended to come 15 minutes to secure a seat. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane, Carlsbad. For more information , visit Batiquitoslagoon.org. Solana Center presents free “Food Hacks That Prevent Waste” webinar Solana Center for Environmental Innovation, a local nonprofit, will present a free “Food Hacks That Prevent Waste” webinar on Wednesday, April 30, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., sponsored by the City of San Diego. Attendees must pre-register at: shorturl.at/2V0nxSolana Center’s knowledgeable speakers will present practical solutions for reducing food waste in your home, and discuss how incorporating these practices into your daily life can be a great way to help the environment and save money. You have the power to reduce food waste by making small changes to your daily life and habits. Agricultural celebration at Flower Fields An agricultural celebration, Graze at the Fields, will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. April 24 at the Carlsbad Flower Fields. The event features food and drink among the flowers and a chance to talk with local farmers, vintners, brewers and chefs. The event is hosted by the San Diego County Farm Bureau, a nonprofit supporting the more than 4,000 farms in San Diego County. Tickets are $65 or VIP for $90, which includes a tractor tour of the flower fields and one-on-one time with farmers. Visit sdfarmbureau.org/graze-at-the-fields. San Diego Alliance of Braver Angels meeting topic: Artificial intelligence The San Diego Alliance of Braver Angels invites all to a thought-provoking discussion on one of today’s most pressing topics—artificial intelligence. As part of a nationwide movement fostering respectful, cross-partisan dialogue, Braver Angels provides a space for community members to engage in meaningful conversations beyond the headlines. This free event will take place on Saturday, April 12, 10 a.m. to noon at the Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Community Library (9005 Aero Drive). For more information or to RSVP, email byoung@braverangels.org. Del Mar Rady Auxiliary Unit to host ‘Pirates and Pearls’ fundraiser On Saturday, May 10, from 6 p.m.-10 p.m., the Del Mar Unit of Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary will host “Pirates and Pearls” featuring panoramic ocean views at the Birch Aquarium in La Jolla. Guests will enjoy live music, gourmet food and bid on fun experiences and auction items, while making a difference in the lives of children. Net proceeds benefit plastic surgery – craniofacial services at Rady Children’s Hospital.Birch Aquarium is located at 2300 Expedition Way La Jolla. Purchase tickets at http://www.rchadelmar.org/Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary is committed to supporting programs that depend heavily on philanthropic support. Sandpipers Square Dance Club to host Introduction to Basics class Sandpipers Square Dance Club is holding an Introduction to Basics class from 6-7 p.m., April 12 at St. James Parish Hall, 625 S. Nardo Ave, Solana Beach. This monthly event introduces square dancing. Singles, couples and families welcome. Casual attire, refreshments. Partner and dance experience not needed. Donation $10 and free for children. Visit SandpipersSquareDanceClub.org. Sandpipers Club is supported by the City of Solana Beach. NCWC “Walk On The Wild Side” luncheon North Coast Women’s Connection invites all to dress in your favorite animal print attire and “Walk On The Wild Side” on Tuesday, April 8, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Lomas Santa Fe Country Club in Solana Beach.Guest speaker: Kathy Patrick, former national lobbyist and Pilates Studio owner tells her story through quilts “Sew Beautiful.”Program: Fashion show featuring Carolyn’s Designer Resale boutique in Del Mar, “Empowering Women Through Fashion.”Questions: Beverly Pruitt at 858-755-6224. Stonecroft 501(C)(3) nonprofit Bike Anywhere Day returns May 15 In celebration of National Bike Month, SANDAG invites the San Diego region to participate in Bike Anywhere Day from 6:30 to 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 15. SANDAG has hosted the annual biking event in the region for more than 30 years. Bike Anywhere Day aims to alleviate traffic and reduce air pollution while promoting biking as a fun, sustainable, and healthy transportation choice, according to a news release.Bike Anywhere Day is a free event open to everyone. It encourages participants to bike to work, school, or anywhere. Participants can pedal to one of 100 pit stops across the region to pick up a free commemorative Bike Anywhere Day 2025 t-shirt, while supplies last.This year, eligible registrants will be automatically entered into the Bike Anywhere Day Sweepstakes for a chance to win one of three e-bikes, powered by Rad Power Bikes. To register to participate in Bike Anywhere Day or to apply to host a pit stop, visit SANDAG.org/bikeday. Nature Collective events Nature Collective, a local conservation and science education nonprofit organization, is holding the following events:Saturday, April 12 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.Wildlife Tour: Adults – Accessible trail – Registration requiredSan Elijo Lagoon (meet-up location will be emailed to registered participants)RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/wildlife-tour-april-12-2025/Weather permitting. Wildlife is unpredictable. There is no guarantee of what you will see.Saturday, April 19 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.A Queer Roots Habitat Restoration Event:Family Friendly, Ages 8+ (minors with guardians) – Accessible trail – Registration requiredLocation to be shared before the event.RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/natures-allies-a-queer-habitat-restoration-day-2025-04-19/For more information, visit www.naturecollective.org. Voices for Children seeks volunteers The San Diego nonprofit Voices for Children is looking for volunteers to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) and stand up for foster children in need. Volunteers are trained and supported by the nonprofit to speak up for children in foster care in court, school and medical settings to make sure their needs are met. Visit speakupnow.org. San Diego Italian Film Festival movie at La Paloma Theatre San Diego Italian Film Festival presents Io Capitano (I’m the Captain), 2023 on Thursday, April 10, 7 p.m. at , 471 S. Coast Hwy. 101, Encinitas.From writer-director Matteo Garrone (Gomorrah, Dogman) comes an epic odyssey from West Africa to Italy told through the eyes and experiences of two Senegalese cousins, teenagers living in Dakar who yearn for a brighter future in Europe. But in between lies a tense and treacherous journey…In Wolof and French with English subtitles. Tickets $16 ($12 SDIFF members, $7 students) available online and at the box office (cash only).www.sandiegoitalianfilmfestival.com Golf tournament benefits Shelter to Soldier Shelter to Soldier will host its sixth annual “Saving Lives, One Swing at a Time” golf tournament April 25 at Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan, 3007 Dehesa Road. The event, sponsored partly by Sycuan Casino Resort, supports the nonprofit’s mission of adopting dogs from local shelters and training them as service dogs for post-9/11 veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, military sexual trauma, or other service-related injuries.Registration opens at 10 a.m.; shotgun start is at noon. Tickets are $310, including boxed sandwich lunch, seltzers, beers and cocktails, along with event hats, polos, swag bags and post-tournament dinner buffet. Visit sheltertosoldier.org. El Camino Quilt Guild to host speaker event El Camino Quilt Guild meets at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday April 8, at El Corazon Senior Center, 3302 Senior Center Dr. Oceanside 92056. Guest fee $10.The April guest speaker is Shelly Swanland. Her lecture is titled “Plant Impressions, Leaf Prints on Paper and Fabric.”Her workshop “Plant Impressions” will be April 9, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Quilt in a Day quilt shop in San Marcos. Workshop fee: $55.For more information go to elcaminoquilters.com or email info@elcaminoquilters.com.El Camino Quilters is a non-profit group that donates hundreds of quilts and other handmade items to a variety of groups including Rady Children’s Hospital, Senior centers, hospitals, police and military groups. Next Death Cafe meeting Hosted by Selena Jong of Moving Through – Death Doula (www.movingthrough.org)At a Death Cafe (www.deathcafe.com) people, often strangers, gather to eat treats, 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 is an inviting, safe space to share the heartfelt experience of diving into a taboo topic which unites everyone. Free admission. Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., reoccurring every fourth Saturday of the month.Location: Seaside Center for Spiritual Living 1613 Lake Drive Encinitas.RSVP at Meetup: The Death Network or email selenajong@gmail.com