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.
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.
The Fleet’s 50th Anniversary Gala
The Annual Fleet Gala Upcoming Dates: The Fleet's 50th Anniversary Gala: April 15, 2023 - 5:30pm In March 1973, platform shoes were popular, and people were excited about space exploration as the Fleet Science Center opened, featuring the world’s first tilted dome OMNIMAX theater and planetarium. For 50 years, the Fleet Science Center has been elevating science and serving our community—and we are throwing a party to celebrate! The Fleet Science Center’s 50th Anniversary Gala will be Saturday, April 15, and we invite you to join us at the Fleet for a fun evening with a 1973 flair. Bell bottoms...
DINUR, MONTGOMERY AND THE “CLASSICAL” SYMPHONY, RANCHO SANTA FE
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. Haydn’s monumental “London” Symphony closes the program.
Celebrate South Bay Earth Day!
Celebrate South Bay Earth Day with @City of Chula Vista Government this Saturday, April 15 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Bayfront Park in Chula Vista. Learn how to reduce your impact on the environment with hands-on green activities at this free, family friendly event! Learn More: https://bit.ly/3KWGKB2