CAMPO
Museum runs Bunny Train rides
Train rides, visits with the Easter Bunny and a grand egg hunt will be held at 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. March 28-29 and April 4-5, at Campo Railroad Museum, 750 Depot St. Passengers can hop on board a restored 1920s vintage commuter train decorated for Easter or ride first-class in the Santa Fe lounge car No. 1509 with a snack bar, attendant and parlor or dining-style seating. Tickets are $18.95 to $39.95. Visit psrm.org/bunny-train.
CARLSBAD
Community Passover Seder
A First Night Community Family Passover Seder is at 6 p.m. April 1, hosted by Congregation B’nai Tikvah at Richard Walker’s Restaurant, 2656 Gateway Road. The event will be led by Cantor Larry Kornit. Reservations are $80; $25 for children under age 12 and $55 for military members, including catered kosher-style dinner. Bring canned food for Interfaith Community Services. Reserve at bnaitikvahsd.org. For questions, call 760-650-2262.
EGGstravaganza Spring Festival
A Spring Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 4 at Poinsettia Community Park, 6600 Hidden Valley Road. Egg scrambles for kids to collect candy-filled eggs will be from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., while supplies last. There will be face painting, photos with the Easter Bunny, and a fun zone with bounce houses and other inflatable attractions. Unlimited inflatables wristbands and activity cards cost $8 at city community centers and at the event. Visit carlsbadca.gov.
Genealogy buffs hold free lecture
The North San Diego County Genealogical Society hosts a free presentation on “Why You Should Research Collateral Lines,” led by Dawn Carlile, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. March 24 at City of Carlsbad Faraday Center, 1635 Faraday Ave. To attend via Zoom, visit nsdcgs.org.
DEL MAR
Rose enthusiasts host floral arranging demo
The Del Mar Rose Society hosts Diana Drummey, master gardener, for a floral arranging demonstration at 6:30 p.m. March 26 at the Del Mar Powerhouse Community Center, 1658 Coast Blvd. Drummey serves as a National Garden Club Flower Show judge and president of the Palomar District Garden Club. Reception followed by meeting and presentation. Visit delmarrosesociety.com.
Easter egg crawl & hunt
The Del Mar Foundation hosts a free community Easter event from 9 to 11 a.m. March 29 at the Del Mar Powerhouse Community Center, 1658 Coast Blvd. The egg crawl for little ones up to age 2 is from 9 to 9:30 a.m. The Easter egg hunt is from 9:30 to 11 a.m. for ages 3 and older. Participants can make an Easter bag for collecting eggs. There will be a photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny. Visit delmarfoundation.org.
EL CAJON
Laurel and Hardy club screens movies
Saps at Sea, the San Diego Laurel and Hardy group, will hold “An Evening of Short Films” from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 4 at First Lutheran Church of El Cajon, 867 South Lincoln Ave. Films include “Scram!” “With Love and Hisses” and a Stan Laurel tribute. Donation is $10 per person and includes dessert; free for children 12 and younger. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., program starts at 5 p.m. Visit facebook.com/groups/111118255744315. Saps at Sea will also host the international Laurel and Hardy convention in San Diego June 21-25. Visit sonsfestsd2026.com.
Historical San Diego Women topic of talk
A presentation on “The Women of San Diego That History Forgot,” led by Elsa Sevilla, is at 1 p.m. March 28 at Heritage of the Americas Museum, 12110 Cuyamaca College Drive West. Sevilla, an Emmy-nominated journalist, filmmaker and author, will discuss women whose contributions helped shape San Diego, but have often been overlooked. Tickets are $15. VIP tickets, which include a meet-and-greet with Sevilla at 12:30 p.m., a signed copy of her book and light refreshments, are $25. Visit HeritageOfTheAmericasMuseum.com.
ENCINITAS
Free community egg hunt at park
The Encinitas egg hunt is from 10 a.m. to noon April 4 at Encinitas Community Park, 425 Santa Fe Drive. Hunt times are planned for 10:15, 11 and 11:45 a.m.; children ages 4 and younger will hunt in the upper field and kids 5 and older hunt in the lower field. The event features a concert. Admission is free. No sign-up required, just bring a basket. Visit encinitasca.gov.
Animal shelter recruiting foster volunteers for pets
Rancho Coastal Humane Society, 389 Requeza St., is recruiting temporary foster care volunteers, especially for the spring and summer when there are lots of kittens and puppies. The average length of stay in foster care is four to six weeks. Training is required. Call 760-753-6413 or visit sdpets.org.
ESCONDIDO
Gala benefits arts partnership
The Escondido Arts Partnership will put on its annual gala fundraiser, Panache Art Auction, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. March 28 at 262 E. Grand Ave., with live and silent auctions of fine art, furniture and jewelry donated by San Diego-area artists. The live auction will include “Noah’s Animals” (1996), a signed lithograph by the late, internationally recognized artist Niki de Saint Phalle. Highlights include appetizers, mocktails, hosted bar and entertainment. Visit escondidoarts.org/panache-art-auction.
Watershed ‘ridge to reef’ hike series kicks off
The Escondido Creek Conservancy celebrates its 35th year kicking off a watershed “ridge to reef” anniversary hike series at 9 a.m. March 29 on the conservancy’s Sardina Preserve, near the top of the watershed, at 25320 Lake Wohlford Road. The hike will be led by Rick Halsey, director of the California Chaparral Institute, who will discuss the history and impact of the Escondido Creek watershed. Halsey will take hikers on a storytelling journey of the area. Free; advance registration required. Visit escondidocreek.org.
Mobile home action group meets
The Escondido Mobilehome Positive Action Committee will meet at 11 a.m. March 28 at 2300 E. Valley Parkway. The guest speaker will be Anthony DiMartino, who is running for City Council of Escondido, District 2.
Senior Services group offers income tax preparation
The Senior Service Council of Escondido offers free income tax preparation for simple 1040 and 540 tax returns prepared and filed by IRS-trained volunteers from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays to Fridays through April 15 at 728 N. Broadway. Make an appointment at 760-480-0611 or supersaas.com/schedule/SSCE_tax_prep/SSCE_tax_appt.
Easter Festival
An Easter Sunday Festival is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 5 at Church of the Resurrection, 1445 Conway Drive. Easter egg hunts will be at 9:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. at the grassy area in front of the old church. There will be carnival games ($20 unlimited play), bounce house ($10 unlimited jumping), live entertainment and children’s activities and crafts along with food and drinks for purchase. Ticket pre-sale is from March 21-29. Call 760-747-2322; visit resurrectionchurch.org.
FALLBROOK
Community event at Health & Wellness Center
A ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the new ADA-accessible ramps and walkways at the Community Health & Wellness Center is from 10 to 11 a.m. April 3 at the center, 1636 E. Mission Road. There will be light refreshments. RSVP by March 31 at jthomas@fallbrookhealth.org or 760-731-9187.
LA MESA
Parkinson’s support group meets
The East County Parkinson’s support group meets from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. March 25 at the United Church of Christ of La Mesa, 5940 Kelton Ave. The event is aimed at folks with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners, friends and family. There will be educational information and fun activities. For questions, email altamura13@myyhoo.com
Spring Fling Business Expo
The La Mesa Chamber of Commerce will put on its annual Spring Fling Business Expo from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. March 25 for ages 21 and older at the Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon, 141 N. Magnolia. The event showcases local business’ goods and services. There will be a raffle and door prizes. Tickets are $20 in advance; no tickets at the door. Visit lamesachamber.com.
OCEANSIDE
Free Spring Egg Hunt at park
The city of Oceanside’s free annual Spring Egg Hunt for kids up to age 11 is from 9 a.m. to noon April 4 at Mance Buchanon Park, 425 College Blvd. The egg hunt for children 2 and younger is from 9 to 9:30 a.m. (parents welcome); egg hunt for children ages 3-11 starts at 10 a.m. (no parents in hunt area). The all egg-bilities hunt for special-needs children is from 10:15 to 10:25 a.m. (parents welcome). Highlights include candy, prizes, bounce house, bunny photos, crafts and a magic show. Bring your own egg basket or bag. Visit ci.oceanside.ca.us.
Martin Luther King Jr. scholarship open
Applications for the 2026 City of Oceanside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Program are at local high schools, the Oceanside Public Library and on the city’s website. The scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who live in Oceanside and will attend college after graduation. The deadline to submit applications is April 15. For questions, email mlkscholarship@oceansideca.org.
Two free lectures
The LIFE learning group at MiraCosta College hosts two free lectures March 27 starting at 1 p.m. at the MiraCosta College Oceanside Campus, in the board room of Administration Building 1000, or online via Zoom. There will be a talk at 1 p.m. on “Oceanside Re-beaching” and at 2:30 p.m. on “The Morocco Hero Who Helped the Spanish Conquistadores.” Visit miracosta.edu/life.
POINT LOMA
Neurofeedback topic at Parkinson’s group
The Point Loma Parkinson’s Support Group holds its monthly meeting from 10 a.m. to noon March 24 at Point Loma Café, 4865 N. Harbor Drive. The “Meet, Greet and Eat” event includes a no-host brunch and presentation by clinical neuroscientist Lisa Tataryn on neurofeedback and its use in Parkinson’s symptom reduction and the SMARTPD program. Reservations required at 619-560-1935. Visit parkinsonsassociation.org/search-for-support-groups.
POWAY
The Hat Lady to discuss vintage hats
“The Hat Lady” will describe the historical significance of vintage women’s hats modeled by club members at the April 2 Rancho Bernardo Woman’s Club luncheon at the Maderas Golf Club, 17750 Old Church Road in Poway. Social hour begins at 11 a.m. with lunch at noon. Cost: $42, payable via check or cash at check-in. Guests are welcome. RSVP by 5 p.m. March 27 at 858-521-8790.
RANCHO BERNARDO
Community health center puts on gala
TrueCare, a nonprofit community health center serving North San Diego and South Riverside counties, will put on its annual ILLUMINATION Gala, themed Bright Beautiful Lives, on April 18 at the Rancho Bernardo Inn, 17550 Bernardo Oaks. Highlights include signature cocktails, gourmet dinner, live music by San Diego-based singer-songwriter Jesus Gonzalez and auction. Tickets start at $350. Visit truecare.org/gala.
World Affairs discussion group meets
The North County Chapter of the World Affairs Council will host retired Ambassador Irving Tragen and William Thayer for a presentation at 10 a.m. March 26 on “Current Latin American Issues” at the Remington Club retirement community, 16916 Hierba Drive. The group aims to foster global understanding and friendships.
Community art workshop
The North County Society of Fine Arts holds a workshop from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. March 28 at the Oasis Center, 17170 Bernardo Center Drive. The workshop is on making collages inspired by the work of Henri Matisse and will be led by artist Robin Douglas, a recipient of the Art Medal of Distinction from the Oceanside Museum of Art. Fee is $50; $40 for members. Pre-register at ncsfa.org.
RANCHO PEÑASQUITOS
RANCHO PENASQUITOS: School gets fire-safety grant from community group…
Rolling Hills Elementary School received a $13,000 community fire-safety grant from the PQ-NE Action Group, a nonprofit community group focused on wildfire preparedness and community safety in northeast Rancho Peñasquitos. The school’s students and teachers had to be evacuated out of northeast Rancho Peñasquitos during the Center Fire in January last year, which highlighted the importance of having more radios and emergency-readiness equipment to get everyone to safety. The event also re-enforced the importance of preparedness and coordination among schools, families, first responders and community partners in the fire prone area. Pictured are students, staff and members of the PQ-NE Action Group at the check presentation ceremony. Photo by Kris Galicia Brown.
RANCHO SANTA FE
Choir gives spring concert
A free spring choral concert, The Sacred Offering, will be at 7 p.m. March 29 at the Village Church, 6225 Paseo Delicias. The program will reflect on the hopeful message of Holy Week, featuring pieces based on the Catholic Mass in Latin and Spanish by Franz Schubert and Ariel Ramirez. The Village Community Chorale will perform with several soloists and friends of the San Diego Symphony. Visit villagechurch.org/spring-choral-concert-2026.
Community Palm Sunday brunch
A Palm Sunday event, featuring a trip back to Biblical times with a Bible-inspired, Mediterranean-style brunch and display of historical artifacts from the first century, will be at 11:45 a.m. March 29 at the Village Church Fellowship Center at 6225 Paseo Delicias. Proceeds will support the church’s youth mission trip to Oregon in the summer. It costs $35 to attend, but people can also sponsor some of the trip’s supplies, meals, registration and airfare online. Visit villagechurch.org/palm-sunday-brunch.
SAN DIEGO
Old Town historical celebration
The Pala Band of Mission Indians and the First San Diego Courthouse Museum will hold a community celebration of Antonio Garra Day at 4 p.m. March 28 at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, 4002 Wallace St. The event will highlight 19th-century historical figure Antonio Garra, who fought for the rights and sovereignty of Southern California and Northern Baja tribes. Highlights include music, speeches and cultural exhibitions, fostering a connection with San Diego’s Native American history. Admission is free.
Children’s Clothing Fair for military families
The Military Outreach Committee of the Tierrasanta Lutheran Church is putting on a Children’s Clothing Fair from 9 to 11 a.m. March 26 at the Murphy Canyon Chapel, 3200 Santo Road, with free donated children’s clothing for military families. Donations of clean, gently used children’s clothing are needed and can be dropped off from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through March 23 at the church or chapel, 11240 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. Collection boxes will be inside the front doors, along with tax receipts. Call 858-560-8688 or visit tierrasantalutheran.org.
Imperial Avenue heritage celebration
“A Day in the Life of Imperial Avenue,” a weeklong exhibition and series of workshops along with panel discussion, mural activities and music celebrating the cultural heritage of Imperial Avenue is from March 21-29 at the Imperial Avenue Cultural Corridor. The event is a collaboration between the San Diego Museum of Art Artists Guild and the Barrio Artists Partnership. A Jazz, Soul & R&B Legacy Night will honor the musical heritage of Imperial Avenue and the legacy of composer George Semper. For registration and details, visit imperialarte.org.
Cruisers put on car show
The East County Cruisers Summer Fling in Spring car show is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 28 at 3605 Clairemont Drive. Registration is$25 by March 21; $30 at door. Visit eastcountycruisers.com.
Jazz piano concert at church
Internationally known jazz pianists Stephanie Trick and Paolo Alderighi will perform a four hands, two pianos concert at 4 p.m. March 22 at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 3502 Clairemont Drive. The concert is free; free-will offering appreciated.
East Village Block Party
The 14th annual East Village Block Party is from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. March 28 on J Street from 6th to 10th avenues, outside Petco Park. The family-friendly event includes live music, classic car show, entertainment, crafts, sports-themed activations, bites and drinks along with vendors, sports demonstrations, family activities, wiffle ball derby game, dog swag contests and performances by local DJs and bands. Visit eastvillagesandiego.com/events/east-village-block-party.
Train museum runs Easter Eggspress
The Easter Eggspress and Storytime is from 10 a.m. to noon March 28-29 at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum, 1649 El Prado, in Balboa Park. The before-hours event offers kids an “egg quest” around the museum, with special trains running in the Toy Train Gallery, arts and crafts, photos with the Easter Bunny, story time, and an opportunity to tour the museum for the rest of the day. Tickets are $20 for ages 2 and older, including museum admission for the day. Visit sdmrm.org/easter.
SOLANA BEACH
History group offers scholarships
The Solana Beach Civic & Historical Society offers two $3,500 scholarships for high school students or adult learners to help finance college, graduate school or technical school tuition. Applicants must be current residents with home addresses in Solana Beach and have a grade-point average of at least 2.5 on a four-point scale, or equivalent. Completed applications must be received by April 30. Application instructions are at sb-chs.org.
VISTA
Cactus buffs discuss garden trip
The Palomar Cactus and Succulent Society will host Jeff Moore for a presentation on “Gardens from San Francisco to San Diego,” about his succulent road trip, at 11:45 a.m. March 28 at Grace Presbyterian Church, 1450 E. Vista Way. Admission is free. Email eventcoordinator@palomarcactus.org or visit palomarcactus.org.
Library bookstore runs sale
The ENCORE Bookstore holds a half-off book sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 27-28 at 700 Eucalyptus Ave. The store is run by the nonprofit, volunteer group Friends of the Vista Library.
Operation Hope fundraiser gala
Operation Hope-North County, which was recently named a Nonprofit of the Year, will put on its spring gala fundraiser, “Hope in Full Bloom,” themed An Evening of Grace, Growth, and New Beginnings, at 5 p.m. March 28 at the Hidden Barn, 762 Taylor St. Highlights include gourmet dining, live music, curated silent auction and speakers. Visit zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/hope-in-full-bloom.
Genealogy search topic of free class
The Vista FamilySearch Center will present a free class from 7 to 8:30 p.m. March 26 at 1310 Foothill Drive. Attendees can learn the basics of the collaborative Family Tree on FamilySearch. Visit sites.google.com/view/vista-fhc/home.
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