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Thursday, April 23

Worldly topics: UCSD Medical School Professor Emeritus Dr. Abbas Sedaghat will present “Diabetes – a worldwide public health crisis” at the 10 a.m. Thursday, April 23 North County Chapter of the World Affairs Council meeting. It will be at the Remington Club, 16916 Hierba Drive in Rancho Bernardo. For details, visit northcountyworldaffairs.org.

History talk: Historian Mark Carlson will discuss British Royal Navy Adm. Horatio Nelson’s naval tactics at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 23. The Continuing Education Center at Rancho Bernardo class will be held at Pacifica Senior Living of Poway, 12751 Gateway Park Road. There is also a Zoom viewing option. Cost: $6 for CEC members, $8 for nonmembers. Register at cecrb.com.

Chamber Mixer: The Poway Chamber of Commerce will host its next monthly Mixer at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 23 at Barrel Riot, 16765 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite O1. Community members, organizations and businesses can meet, network and collaborate while enjoying food, drinks and drawing prizes. Free for chamber members and first-time guests; $25 for returning guests. Register at Poway.com.

PUSD board: The Poway Unified School District Board of Education will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 23 in the district office’s community room, 15250 Avenue of Science in Carmel Mountain Ranch. For the agenda, visit powayusd.com.

Friday, April 24

Bingo: The San Rafael Catholic Church Women’s Fellowship is hosting a bingo night on Friday, April 24 in the Parish Hall, 17252 Bernardo Center Drive in Rancho Bernardo. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Play starts at 7 p.m. Cost: $10 for eight games with three chances to win each game. Cash prizes. All proceeds go to charity. All men and women 18 and older are welcome.

Youth musical: Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church will present the musical “Little Women” in the church’s sanctuary, 17010 Pomerado Road at 7 p.m. Friday, April 24. It will feature middle and high school students. Tickets are $10 for general admission, $25 for VIP reserved seating. Buy at rbcommunity.org/events.

Saturday, April 25

Scavenger hunt: Kids ages 6 to 10 years old can participate in a native plant scavenger hunt from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 25 at the Kumeyaay-Ipai Interpretive Center, 13104 Ipai Waaypuk Trail. Explore the ancient Kumeyaay village and learn about the many uses of native plants. Finish the day with a nature-themed craft. An adult must accompany children and the cost is $6 per child. Space is limited to 25 children. For details, call 858-668-4781.

Jazz festival: Poway High School presents a jazz festival from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25 at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 15498 Espola Road. Middle and high school students will perform hourly culminating in a performance by the San Diego State University jazz band. General admission tickets are sold at the door. For details, call 858-748-0505.

E-waste recycling: The North San Diego Business Chamber will host a free electronic waste recycling event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 25. This is open to businesses and residents. It will be in the chamber’s parking lot, 10875 Rancho Bernardo Road in Rancho Bernardo. Urban Corps of San Diego County will be onsite collecting the e-waste. For a list of acceptable items visit urbancorpssd.org/acceptable-e-waste.

Dia de los Ninos: Kids and teens can get a free book while enjoying a Ralph’s World concert, ballet Folklorico and crafts at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 25 at the Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road. For details, call 858-513-2900.

Art workshop: The North County Society of Fine Arts is presenting a workshop taught by Rose Irlan on painting a seascape. It will be 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m .Saturday, April 25 at San Diego Oasis, 17170 Bernardo Center Drive in Rancho Bernardo. Cost: $45 for NCSFA members, $55 for non-members. Register in advance at ncsfa.org/workshops.

Youth musical: Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church will present the musical “Little Women” in the church’s sanctuary, 17010 Pomerado Road at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 25. It will feature middle and high school students. Tickets are $10 for general admission, $25 for VIP reserved seating. Buy at rbcommunity.org/events.

Sunday, April 26

Youth musical: Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church will present the musical “Little Women” in the church’s sanctuary, 17010 Pomerado Road at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 26. It will feature middle and high school students. Tickets are $10 for general admission, $25 for VIP reserved seating. Buy at rbcommunity.org/events.

Comedy show: Megan Dolan presents “Not the Right Mom,” a heartfelt solo comedy about raising a son on the autism spectrum at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 26 at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 15498 Espola Road. This Poway Onstage production shares challenges, joys and chaos with warmth, humor and honesty. For details, call 858-748-0505.

Monday, April 27

Spanish storytime: Babies and toddlers can enjoy a Spanish bilingual storytime at 11 a.m. Monday, April 27 at the Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road. For details, call 858-513-2900.

Play rummikub: The Rancho Bernardo Library will host rummikub games from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday, April 27 in the library, 17110 Bernardo Center Drive. The games are fast-paced and easy. Players of all levels are welcome. For details, call 858-538-8163.

Tuesday, April 28

Business connections: The Poway Chamber of Commerce will host the Business Connections Group at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 28 at Cully’s Restaurant, 13252 Poway Road. Start your morning by pitching your business and creating new connections. Non-member guests can attend free of charge for their first event. Register at Poway.com.

For women: Prospective members are welcome to the Rancho Belles’ 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 28 event in the Eastview Community Center, 17520 Drayton Hallway in Rancho Bernardo. The social club for women offers a variety of activities. RSVPs requested by emailing Ranchobelles@gmail.com.

Free concert: Guitarist Fred Benedetti will perform Spanish classical guitar pieces, Latin American music and music of The Beatles at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 28 in the Rancho Bernardo Library’s community room, 17110 Bernardo Center Drive. The Friends of the RB Library concert is for adults and teens. Seating is on a first-come basis. For details, call 858-538-8163.

Wednesday, April 29

Animal show: The Rancho Bernardo Library will present an animal show with Wild Wonders for its 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 29 “Library for All” event. It is geared toward adults with special needs, but everyone is welcome. The library is at 17110 Bernardo Center Drive. For details, call 858-538-8163.

STEAM career: Children can learn about being a veterinarian with Sunshine Animal Hospital during a STEAM Kids: Vet for a Day activity at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 29 at the Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road. For details call 858-513-2900.

Internships and mentorships: The Poway Chamber of Commerce will host an Internship and Adult Business Mentorship Panel from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 29 at the Palomar College Education Center, 11111 Rancho Bernardo Road. Join us for an engaging evening panel connecting students and local business leaders. Hear from three student interns and three professional mentors/employers as they share insights on career development, workplace readiness and real-world mentorship experiences. Free and open to the public. Register at Poway.com.

Thursday, April 30

Storytime: Poway Onstage will host a fun Local Hero Storytime at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 30 at the Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road. For details, call 858-513-2900.

Friday, May 1

Spring camping series: Hike a trail, catch some fish or relax and take in the beauty of the outdoors starting at 1 p.m. Friday, May 1 and continuing through 10 a.m. Saturday, May 2 at Lake Poway, 14644 Lake Poway Road. The movie “Bolt” rated PG will begin after sunset and popcorn will be available. Fee is $31 per vehicle. Reservations are required and spots are limited. Fishing permits are not included but can be purchased at The Lookout. For details, call 858-668-4772.

Learn more: San Diego Oasis will hold its “Aloha to Adventure! Taste of Oasis Catalog Pick Up Party” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 1 at its Rancho Bernardo location, 17170 Bernardo Center Drive. The Hawaiian-themed free event will include refreshments, mini fitness classes, instructor previews and opportunity drawings. For details, call 858-240-2880.

Kids Night Out: Kids in grades 1-5 can enjoy a themed night of recreation games, arts and crafts, movies and presenters from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 1 at the Mickey Cafagna Community Center-Oak Hall, 13094 Civic Center Drive in Poway. Dinner and a snack are provided. Fee is $13 for Poway residents and $26 for non-residents. Space is limited. Registration is required. For details, call 858-668-4671.

Saturday, May 2

Art festival: The Kristin Osborn Student Art Festival will showcase creativity and celebrate the talent of young aspiring artists from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 2 at Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Road. Hosted by the Poway Arts and Crafts Guild, attendees can engage with students and hear stories behind their work.

Garden tour: The Bernardo Gardeners Club will hold its annual spring tour from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, May 2. It will feature four gardens in Poway, two in Rancho Bernardo. Cost: $30 per person. Buy tickets in advance at Walter Andersen Nursery, 12755 Danielson Court in Poway, and El Plantio Nursery, 1322 San Pasqual Valley Road. Buy on tour day, with cash or check only, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Edelweiss Bakery’s patio, 11639 Duenda Road in Rancho Bernardo. For questions, call 858-405-2051 or email bernardogardenersclub@gmail.com.

For tweens: The Rancho Bernardo High School Art for All Club will lead kids ages 8-12 in making a colorful watercolor flower bouquet. The free activity will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 2 in the library’s community room, 17110 Bernardo Center Drive. Registration is required at tinyurl.com/tweenart5-2. For details, call 858-538-8163.

Sound healing: Adults are invited to attend a session of sound healing with Liz Myers to alleviate anxiety and promote a deep sense of relaxation through a variety of percussion instruments at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 2 at the Poway Library, 13137 Poway Road. For details, call 858-513-2900.

Tuesday, May 5

For teens: The Rancho Bernardo Library is offering a free air plant craft activity for ages 12-17. It will be at 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 5 in the library’s community room, 17110 Bernardo Center Drive. Participants will use colorful beads and wire to design a decorative hanging air plant or an air plant secured to a rock. Registration required at tinyurl.com/53953ktd. For details, call 858-538-8163.

Poway council: The Poway City Council will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 5 in the City Council Chambers, 13325 Civic Center Drive. For the agenda, visit poway.org.

Thursday, May 7

For women: Vocalist and guitarist Mike Chamberlin will perform a program of “Music Through the Decades” at the Thursday, May 7 Rancho Bernardo Woman’s Club luncheon. It will be held at Maderas Golf Club, 17750 Old Coach 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. Reservations are required by 5 p.m. May 1 with Sylvia at 858-521-8790 or Sherrill at 858-688-4720. Do not send a text.

RB meeting: The Rancho Bernardo Community Council will meet virtually at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 7. For the meeting link and agenda, visit RBCommunityCouncil.com.