La Jolla Music Society Presents the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater!
You don’t just see an Alvin Ailey performance—you feel it. Since its now-fabled performance in 1958 at the 92nd Street Y in New York City, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has grown from a small group of African-American dancers to a revolutionary company that transcends barriers and celebrates the African-American cultural experience. Under the decade-long leadership of its visionary artistic director, Robert Battle, the company continues to honor the monumental legacy of its founder, while expanding the Ailey repertory and developing the next generation of choreographers. On April 4 and 5, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will perform a program including Ailey’s...
La Jolla Music Society Presents Yo-Yo Ma & Kathryn Stott at the San Diego Civic Theatre!
One of the most beloved musicians of our day and a longtime friend of La Jolla Music Society, Yo-Yo Ma brings his unparalleled virtuosity, passion, and thoughtfulness to the Civic Theatre on Thursday, April 6. Collaborating with acclaimed pianist Kathryn Stott he will make this evening one to remember. Together they have toured the globe and released multiple albums including 2020’s Songs of Comfort and Hope in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program includes works by Mendelssohn, Sibelius, Bloch, Dvořák, Wallen, Mariano, Parra, and Piazzolla. Tickets
Join the San Diego Archaeology Center in Escondido For Living Room Lectures!
Join the amazing San Diego Archaeological Center every second Saturday of the month for two presentations of its Living Room Lectures by archaeologists, experts, and authors. On Saturday, April 8: • 10:30 a.m. – Ideas About Baja California’s Prehistory: A Personal Perspective by Don Laylander • 12:30 p.m. – Animal Bones and Teeth: Stone Age Environments Revealed by Gillian Wong The San Diego Archaeological Center is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesdays-Fridays and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. View current exhibits and activities here
Hop into Casa Guadalajara for a Fabulous Fiesta on Easter Sunday!
Hop into Casa Guadalajara at Old Town for a fabulous fiesta on Easter Sunday, April 9! Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Celebrate Easter at Richard Walker’s Pancake House, A Breakfast and Lunch Favorite!
Dine on gourmet pancakes, baked omelettes and crêpes at the flagship Front Street restaurant that is Richard Walker's Pancake House, one of four locations in San Diego County. The menu features 20-plus varieties of pancakes, an array of egg dishes, waffles and crepes. There’s also a lunch menu of sandwiches and salads and a children’s menu. Enjoy egg and thick-cut bacon dishes and the show-stopper: the apple pancake, which is cooked to order in 10 to 20 minutes. Customers might smell the apples baking when they arrive. The eatery is also known for its oven-baked omelettes and its German pancake, a large bowl-shaped, souffle-like baked...
DINUR, MONTGOMERY AND THE “CLASSICAL” SYMPHONY LA JOLLA
Guest conductor Yaniv Dinur leads the Orchestra in Prokofiev’s “Classical” Symphony, an audience favorite for its champagne-like energy and effervescence, shot through with an astonishing feeling of boyish wit and joy. The revered pianist Awadagin Pratt performs the celebrated composer Jessie Montgomery’s Rounds, originally conceived for Pratt and based on fractals, the infinite patterns found in nature. (Jessie Montgomery was recently named "Composer of the Year" by Musical America. Follow this link to learn more.) Haydn’s monumental “London” Symphony closes the program.
Ride An MTS Trolley or Bus to Shops, Restaurants, Sporting Events and More!
Metropolitan Transit District San Diego, CAExplore more of San Diego, for less, with MTS! The Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is the largest provider of public transportation in San Diego County and offers direct access to popular destinations from the U.S. – Mexico border to downtown, UTC, Mission Valley and beyond! You can catch the Trolley or bus to the airport, beaches, sporting events, dining, shopping and more. Get on board with PRONTO, the easy way to pay for transit. Get the PRONTO app or card, then tap or scan each time you ride to pay-as-you go. Learn more at RidePRONTO.com. Plan your trip and get real-time info here.
Catch the COASTER After San Diego Padres Games!
North County Transit Distrcit 810 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CANeed a ride back from the San Diego Padres game at Petco Park? Ride in style. Take the COASTER on the northbound 699 Trains! Parking is free for COASTER passengers, transfer is free for the trolley right to Petco Park, and kids under 18 ride free with Pronto YOP (Youth Opportunity Pass). Download the PRONTO mobile app to purchase your ride on COASTER before you arrive at the platform. To use PRONTO, simply add value to your account and tap your PRONTO card or scan your mobile app every time you ride. NCTD
Explore More of San Diego, For Less, With MTS!
San Diego, CAExplore more of San Diego, for less, with MTS! The Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is the largest provider of public transportation in San Diego County and offers direct access to popular destinations from the U.S. – Mexico border to downtown, UTC, Mission Valley and beyond! You can catch the Trolley or bus to the airport, beaches, sporting events, dining, shopping and more. Get on board with PRONTO, the easy way to pay for transit. Get the PRONTO app or card, then tap or scan each time you ride to pay-as-you-go. Learn more at RidePRONTO.com. Plan your trip and get real-time info at sdmts.com.
Casa de Pico in La Mesa is Hiring!
Casa de Pico is hiring hard-working, dedicated employees who will earn a competitive salary and benefits while working in a fun, festive environment and enjoying delicious Mexican cuisine. Apply here: bit.ly/ApplyPico.