La Jolla Music Society Presents Quartetto di Cremona!
Enjoy Quartetto di Cremona performing pieces from Verdi, Wolf, and Respighi at The Conrad at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24. This preeminent quartet of its generation, is noted for its lustrous sound, refined musicianship, and stylistic versatility. Its members make their LJMS debut bringing us a program of beloved classics performed with style and flair. Winner of the 2019 Franco Buitoni Award, the quartet was established in 2000 at the Accademia Walter Stauffer in Cremona, Italy, and recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. Over the course of two decades, Quartetto di Cremona has toured extensively in Europe, the United States, South America,...
Grab an espresso or hang out while savoring specialty coffees at this sunny seaside cafe on the upper level of Carlsbad Village Faire.
Vinaka Cafe 300 Carlsbad Village Dr., Ste. 211, Carlsbad, CA
Enjoy fresh pastries, 100 percent natural ice cream, made-to-order sandwiches (everything from turkey & avocado to fresh veggie wraps), smoothies, cakes and pies. A favorite of locals for 27 years and a laptopper’s paradise, the shop offers free WiFi, a coffee and tea refill, and a relaxed atmosphere in which to work or play games. Welcoming staffers and outdoor seating overlooking the quaint fountain courtyard below complement the experience, making Vinaka well worth the visit. Stop by for takeout or call (760) 720-7890 for a pickup order. vinakacafe.net Vinaka Cafe 300 Carlsbad Village Drive, Suite 211, Carlsbad • (760) 720-7890
EcoVivarium is Bringing Back Annual Memberships!
EcoVivarium Living Museum 641 E Pennsylvania Ave., Escondido, CA
Great news! EcoVivarium is bringing back annual memberships! Check out the details on the website! Also, because of a three-fold increase in the cost of food for the animals, there is a change to admission prices effective April 9. Silver Tour $15, Gold Tour $20, Platinum Tour $30, Snake Feeding Tour $55 After Spring Break, the museum returns to its normal public hours Thursday through Sunday with tours running continuously from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
La Jolla Music Society Presents Renowned Pianist Pierre-Laurent Aimard
Internationally renowned pianist Pierre-Laurent Aimard commands the stage of The Baker-Baum Concert Hall on Feb. 26. This Piano Series recital explores the musical genre of fantasy, juxtaposing great chamber pieces with newer repertoire, from the Renaissance with Sweelinck to the latter half of the 20th century with Andrei Volkonsky. Named “a brilliant musician and an extraordinary visionary” by The Wall Street Journal, Aimard is widely acclaimed as a key figure in the music of our time and has had close collaborations with many leading composers, including György Ligeti whose complete works for piano he has recorded. He has also worked with Karlheinz Stockhausen,...
Enjoy Afternoon Tea at the Grand Tea Room in Downtown Escondido!
The Grand Tea Room 145 W Grand Ave, Escondido, CA
The Grand Tea Room in downtown Escondido is thrilled to have reopened for limited inside seating, with patio seating also an option. The venue’s elegant tea service takes place three times per day, Tues.-Sat. Choose from a menu of over 45 gourmet loose-leaf teas and savor tea sandwiches, scones, shepherd’s pie, quiche, fresh fruit and petite desserts served on triple-tiered towers. Also order "Tea to Go." Call (760) 233-9500 for reservations. The Grand Tea Room
Behind-The-Scenes Seahorse Tour at Birch Aquarium!
Birch Aquarium at Scripps 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA
Take a sneak peek behind the scenes at the unique and diverse world of seahorses. See seahorse babies, learn about Birch Aquarium’s renowned breeding program, and understand what it takes to care for these unusual fish. Find out how all the pieces of the seahorse conservation puzzle come together on this first-of-its-kind behind-the-scenes tour! Ages 8+, closed toed shoes required. Spaces are limited, so reserve yours today! Find Tickets
Take Flight at the Air & Space Museum’s Weekly Camps!
Soar into summer with hands-on fun at at the San Diego Air & Space Museum’s In-Person Camps running weekly from late June to mid August. Future aviators or astronauts in grades 1 through 12 can participate in hands-on activities such as building rockets, designing lunar landscapes and trying out flight simulators. View detailed camp descriptions and dates here. Registration is now open. The museum is open from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Enjoy $4 off regular adult admission here: San Diego Air & Space Coupon
Shop The Antique Village Outdoor Flea Market Every 1st Sunday of the Month!
The Antique Village 850 Los Vallecitos Blvd, San Marcos, CA
Find great deals on vintage furniture and decor, linens, books, old tools, fun signs and more at the Antique Village Flea Market, to be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. every 1st Sunday. Also shop for estate jewelry, records, repurposed items, shabby chic, farmhouse items, contemporary and antique wares including Mid-century decor, and even patio furniture. The Village Flea Market is held the first Sunday of each month. The 10,000 square-ft. mall is located just off Highway 78 in San Marcos. Open daily. The Antique Village
Dine On the Sunny Patio at Gregorio’s in the Carlsbad Village Faire!
Village Faire 300 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA
Savor summer and fall as well as the fresh fare at Gregorio’s Italian Restaurant, open for dining on the second level of the seaside shopping plaza Village Faire in Carlsbad. Gregorio’s robust menu features everything from house favorites homemade lasagna and eggplant parmesan along with their mouthwatering butternut squash ravioli and homemade cannolis. Seafood, chicken and grilled items round out the menu. Dine inside, out on the sunny terrace or carry out. Call (760) 720-1132 or visit gregoriosrestaurant.com
Enjoy Authentic and Fresh Fare at Lanna Thai Cuisine!
Lanna Thai Restaurant 4501 Mission Bay Drive 1B, San Diego, CA
Lanna Thai Cuisine serves its deliciously imaginative menu in Pacific Beach. Lanna Thai offers light and healthy Thai cuisine with homemade recipes passed through generations. Enjoy a selection of vegetarian, seafood, curry, noodle dishes and more. Lunch specials available from 11:30 a.m-2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Dinner is served 5-9 p.m. Please call (858) 274-8424 for take-out or delivery up to four miles away. Lanna Thai Cuisine.