Del Mar Summer Wine Fest
The fifth annual Uncorked: Del Mar Summer Wine Fest is from 1 to 5 p.m. Aug. 3 at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. The event features more than 100 wines and bubblies from around the world along with “outside the bottle” options such as seltzers, meads and canned cocktails. There will be live music, food trucks and the horse races. Early admission at 1 p.m. costs $85, including early tasting with a smaller group and pours from select wineries. General admission at 2 p.m. is $70. Both tickets include wine tasting and all-day admission to the track. This event benefits local nonprofit Urban Surf 4 Kids, which provides surf therapy for foster and orphan youths. Visit uncorkedwinefestivals.com.
Del Mar Racetrack hosts Tacos & Tequila Festival
The Del Mar Racetrack will present a Taco & Tequila Festival on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Enjoy tasty tacos from a wide variety of San Diego’s top vendors and restaurants, special tequila drinks and sampling. Enjoy both live music and a DJ throughout the day and shop at specialty vendors all while trackside for live horse racing. Each ticket includes five drink tickets, choose from small tequila drinks including Margaritas & Palomas and/or 5 oz. brew tasters from a selection of craft brews and more.
Del Mar racing season continues
The Del Mar racetrack 2024 season opened July 20 and runs through Sept. 8. First post daily is 2 p.m. until Aug. 31 when the first post moves to 1:30 p.m. First post on Fridays is at 4 p.m. (exceptions being Aug. 16, Aug. 23, Aug. 30, and Sept. 6 when the first post shifts to 3 p.m.). For more information, call 858-755-1141 or visit www.dmtc.com. You can follow Del Mar on Instagram and Twitter at @delmarracing or on Facebook @DelMarRaces.
Helen Woodward’s In-PAWson Surf Dog lessons are back
The dog days of summer are here and with them comes everyone’s favorite PAWter sport – dog surfing. For those who have ever wondered if their pup might get a good wag out of the waves, Helen Woodward Animal Center’s Surf Dog classes have returned to Del Mar Dog Beach. Water-loving woofers can try their paw at the sport and get prepped for the Center’s annual Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon coming up this Sept. 8.
Dog Surfing lessons are $50 per session, per SurFur. (All proceeds support the pets and programs at Helen Woodward Animal Center.)The first of three sessions was held July 28 at Del Mar Dog Beach. A second set of lessons will be available on Sunday, Aug. 11. All dogs must be registered to attend and spaces fill up quickly.To register your pooch, visit: animalcenter.org/surf-dog-surf-a-thon/
Solana Beach to hold Bilingual Game Day
City of Solana Beach Parks and Recreation in cooperation with Solana Beach Community Connections (SBCC) invites all to a Games Day Thursday, Aug. 8 from noon to 2 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. This free event will take place at La Colonia Community Cener at 715 Valley Avenue, Solana Beach.Bring a friend. Spread the word. Participants will be able to choose from a variety of games to play: Loteria, Scrabble, Dominoes, Uno, American Mahjongg, and Corn Hole. In addition, Let’s Play a Game Foundation will be there to introduce participants to a variety of new games.Registration is requested for refreshment planning. Flyers will be distributed in the community. Reserve your spot by emailing [email protected] or by calling 858-284-6619.
Beach Blanket Movie Night in Solana Beach
The City of Solana Beach and the city’s Parks and Recreation Commission will host the 18th annual Beach Blanket Movie Night (BBMN) event on Saturday, Aug. 10, 6 p.m. at Fletcher Cove Park. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. The evening begins with live music by Jackstraws Surf Band, followed by the feature presentation “The Little Mermaid”.
BBMN offers plenty of refreshments (pizza, popcorn, cookies, and brownies) and a free giveaway with prizes, including a Firewire surfboard, beach cruiser bicycle, wetsuits, gift cards and more. Refreshment tickets will be available inside the park. Cash only for food and refreshments, no credit cards.
All proceeds from BBMN will be used to benefit future Solana Beach Parks and Recreation projects or events. Bring a blanket, pack a picnic.Attendees are encouraged to arrive car free.
Fletcher Cove Park is located at 111 South Sierra Avenue, Solana Beach –City of Solana Beach news release
Chase Morrin Trio to perform ‘Tribute to Wayne Shorter’ jazz concert
The Chase Morrin Trio will host a free Wayne Shorter tribute concert celebrating jazz saxophonist and composer Wayne Shorter at 5 p.m. Aug. 4 at Tio Leo’s Mexican Restaurant, 5302 Napa St., San Diego. Morrin, an acclaimed jazz pianist who grew up in San Diego’s Carmel Valley, is a graduate of the New England Conservatory and Harvard. He now lives in Boston. Morrin will be joined by Julien Cantelm (drums) and Sean Hicke (bass). No tickets required, open to the public. Visit chasemorrin.com/Calendar for more information.
Batiquitos Lagoon: ‘The Snakes We Live With’ presentation
Batiquitos Lagoon in Carlsbad will hold a presentation on Saturday, Aug. 10 at 10 a.m. titled “The Snakes We Live With” by Bruce Ireland and Allen Chornak with their gang of volunteers who relocate snakes from residences to more appropriate habitat. Meet some of their favorite venomous and non-venomous snakes, including recent rescues from the local reptile community. This free, family event is good for ages 4 plus. Space is limited, first come, first served. It’s recommended to come 15 minutes early to secure a seat. Meet at the Nature Center, 7380 Gabbiano Lane, Carlsbad.
Del Mar-Solana Beach Rotary to hold Baja Lobsterfest fundraiser
Join the Del Mar-Solana Beach Rotary for its Baja Lobsterfest fundraiser on Sept. 28 for a fun evening of great food, drinks and entertainment on the beautiful Del Mar Hilton patio. Major event beneficiaries are Casa De Amistad and Just In Time For Foster Youth. DMSB Rotary programs will also be funded.For more information, go to dmsblobsterfest.com.or contact Vicky Mallett at (858) 245-7968.
Del Mar Foundation 2024 Summer Twilight Concert series
The 2024 Del Mar Foundation 2024 Summer Twilight Concert series held at Powerhouse Park in Del Mar continues on Aug. 13, beginning at 6 p.m. with Zel’s Opening Act, followed at 7 p.m. with the main attraction. Powerhouse Park is located at 1658 Coast Blvd, Del Mar, 92014. For more information, visit delmarfoundation.org.
Concerts at the Cove
The city of Solana Beach and the Belly Up Tavern host the free summer Concerts at the Cove series from 6 to 7:45 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 8 featuring local musicians at the Fletcher Cove Park stage, 111 S. Sierra Ave. The next concert on Aug. 8 features US Navy Band Southwest (The Destroyers). Visit cityofsolanabeach.org.
Pacific Highlands Ranch Summer and Songs
The Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch’s annual free live music series Summer and Songs are currently being held on Tuesday nights through Aug. 29 from 6-9 p.m. in the village square courtyard. Guests are always encouraged to grab takeout from Village restaurants or dine on outdoor patios to enjoy summer nights. Address: 13490 Pacific Highlands Ranch Parkway, Carmel Valley.
Summer Movies in the Park at Ocean Air Community Park
San Diego’s Summer Movies in the Park series continues. On Saturday, Aug. 3, at Ocean Air Community Park in Carmel Valley, a screening of “Elemental” will be held at 6 p.m. Address: 4770 Fairport Way, Carmel Valley, 92130. A full listing is available at summermoviesinthepark.com.
Solana Beach Community Senior Center to host Open House
The Solana Beach Community Senior Center celebrates the opening of its 37th season with an Open House on Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. — 1 p.m. The theme of this year’s event is “Get Connected — there’s always a place for YOU to fit in!” Participants will enjoy information from a variety of senior-related vendors, door prizes, entertainment by the Rhapsody Singers and a free lunch. Everyone is welcome to attend.Open to all, the Senior Center is an outreach program of Solana Beach Presbyterian Church’s Mature Adult Ministry. The Solana Beach Community Senior Center’s “mission is through the love of Christ to provide excellent resources, meaningful personal relationships, and fulfilling growth opportunities for aging well.”The Open House will be held at Solana Beach Presbyterian Church inside Debin Hall. The church location is 120 Stevens Avenue, Solana Beach. Questions? Call 858-509-2587.
Coastal Roots Farm hosts Farm Film & Music Series
Coastal Roots Farm, a nonprofit, organic community farm and education center inspired by Jewish values in Encinitas, hosts its annual summer Farm Film & Music Series, designed to bring community together around shared values to protect people and the planet. The series’ fourth film and outdoor event will take place on Thursday, Aug. 22 and will feature “Undammed.” Gates open at 6 p.m.
For more information, and to register and purchase tickets, visit coastalrootsfarm.org/farm-film-music-series/. Coastal Roots Farm is located at 441 Saxony Road in Encinitas. For more information, visit www.CoastalRootsFarm.org.
Coast to Crest Challenge under way
The Coast to Crest Challenge starts its eighth year this month for hikers to sample San Dieguito River Park’s trail network by finishing a series of five hikes, organized by the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy. The deadline to complete this year’s series is June 30, 2025. Visit sdrvc.org.
Animal shelter offers pet loss support
The Rancho Coastal Humane Society has a Pet Loss Support Program with free, one-on-one, 20-minute telephone consultations for people who recently lost pets or are saying goodbye to their pets or have pets suffering from major illnesses. Upcoming sessions are from 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 3 and Aug. 17. Inquiries must be made no later than 11 a.m. the day before the session you want. To make an appointment to speak with a counselor, call (760) 753-6413 or email [email protected]. A 24-hour Access and Crisis Line is at (888) 724-7240.
Enrollment opens for conservancy program
The San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy is accepting enrollment for its 2024-25 season of Exploring Our Sense of Place, a series of seven guided hikes exploring the watershed’s natural history. The hikes explore areas that are not accessible to the public and are led by experts in the fields of wildlife, geology, Native Americans, birds, native plants and the ecology of wetlands. The enrollment limit is 25 and the deadline is Aug. 7. Register at google.com/a/exploringoursenseofplace.org/exploringoursenseofplace.
Documentaries about Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. at Carlsbad City Library
Inspiring documentaries about Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., “Who’s Bobby Kennedy?” and his plan to lead America out of drug addiction, will be presented Saturday, Aug. 10, 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. at Carlsbad City Library, Gowland Meeting Room. Address: 1775 Dove Lane, Carlsbad.
“Resilience”
A concert presented by the La Jolla Music Society, features works by Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn and compositions by artists silenced or oppressed during World War II. The performance will begin at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall, 7600 Fay Ave. $48-$97. theconrad.org/events/resilience
City of Encinitas Call for Artists
Professional and emerging artists are invited to apply for juried exhibitions in Encinitas. Artists who create two- and three-dimensional artwork and live or work in San Diego County may apply. There are no fees to apply and no commissions on any artwork sales. Exhibitions will be on view for approximately four months in 2025 and include an artist reception with Art Night Encinitas. Only complete applications submitted by the deadline will be considered. Artists creating two-and three-dimensional works in a variety of media are welcome to apply for a solo exhibition that will be held at one of two art spaces in Encinitas. Arts organizations are also encouraged to apply for a group show representing two-and three-dimensional works created by visual artists in their membership. For deadlines, applications and more information, go to: shorturl.at/DQqrv
CaddyHack Golf Festival
The eighth annual CaddyHack Golf Festival benefiting Boys to Men Mentoring is set for Aug. 5 at Fairbanks Ranch Country Club, 15150 San Dieguito Road. There will be 20 live performances and bands throughout the course from rock ‘n’ roll classics and reggae vibes to stand-up comedians and magicians.. Shotgun start is at 11:30 a.m. Cost is $750 per person. Visit caddyhackgolf.org.
Guild holds annual basket-making class
The Misti Washington Gourd & Basket Guild holds its annual Basket Class Day featuring basket- and gourd-making classes from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 4 at the San Dieguito Heritage Museum at Heritage Ranch, 450 Quail Gardens Drive. The classes range from making a recycled newspaper basket and gourd embellished with pine needles to a twined basket over a bottle, a basket embellished with Dracaena Draco and a woven door basket. The cost of classes, which are open to the community, is $30-$60, which includes the registration fee. The guild typically meets on the first Sunday of each month at the San Dieguito Heritage Museum. Guests are welcome. Visit baskets-gourds.com/classes.
Dink For Dogs Pickleball fundraiser
The Rancho Coastal Humane Society is hosting its first Dink For Dogs Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser for the Animals from 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 3 sponsored by Jimbo’s at the Bobby Riggs Racket and Paddle Club, 875 Santa Fe Drive, Encinitas. Check-in is from 4:30 to 5 p.m. followed by the pickleball round robin with competitive and social play options from 5 to 6:15 p.m. and the awards ceremony and announcement of auction winners between 6:15 and 7 p.m. Entry fees are $85 per player for the mini competitive tournament; $150 for doubles teams in the mini competitive tournament; and $85 for social open play. Spectator tickets, which include food and beverages, are $50. Visit sdpets.org.
Free music education events
The La Jolla Music Society will offer free learning and engagement activities from July 26 to Aug. 24 as part of the SummerFest 2024 at The Conrad in La Jolla, including open rehearsals, artist lounges, encounters, coaching workshops and musical preludes that are all open to the public. The theme is “Inside Stories” and the festival will include 21 performances and 50 free education activities over four weeks. Education events are free, but space is limited and advance registration is required for some events. Single tickets for other events are $30 to $115. Register at TheConrad.org.
Events in and around La Jolla
• Fareed Zakaria, host of the CNN show “Fareed Zakaria GPS,” will speak about U.S.-China relations at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at UC San Diego, 9615 Scholars Drive North, La Jolla. The event is organized by the UCSD School of Global Policy. Free. bit.ly/3Yg0Tt1• The Kiwanis Club of La Jolla presents the final show in the 2024 Concerts by the Sea series from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, with Big Time Operator playing big band music at Scripps Park, 1100 Coast Blvd. Free. kiwanisclublajolla.org/concerts-by-the-sea• The La Jolla Music Society presents “Baroque Fantasia” at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall, 7600 Fay Ave. The performance will feature music from the baroque era, including Telemann’s “Don Quixote Suite” and Purcell’s “The Fairy Queen.” $48-$105. theconrad.org/events/baroque-fantasia• Warwick’s bookstore presents author Russell Low discussing his book “A Willow Tree Becomes a Forest: The Story of Hop Le” at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at 7812 Girard Ave., La Jolla. Free. warwicks.com/event/low-2024• The La Jolla Music Society presents “Suite” at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall, 7600 Fay Ave. The concert will feature music by Bach, Lansky, Piazzolla, Stravinsky and Tchaikovsky. $65-$110. theconrad.org/events/suite• ArtPower at UC San Diego presents Ana Tijoux with J Noa at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at the Epstein Family Amphitheater, 9480 Innovation Lane, La Jolla. $30-48. amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/ana-tijoux• The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library presents Camila Meza to end its annual series of summer jazz concerts at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at 1008 Wall St., La Jolla. $40 for Athenaeum members, $45 for non-members. ljathenaeum.org/jazz• Author Amanda Bellows discusses her book “The Explorers” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Warwick’s bookstore, 7812 Girard Ave., La Jolla. Free, or $32.50 for a reserved seat and book copy warwicks.com/event/bellows-2024• The La Jolla Music Society presents “Mozart & Pärt” featuring British vocal ensemble Voces8 at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall, 7600 Fay Ave. $45-$103. theconrad.org/events/mozart-part• Author and marine biologist Jasmin Graham discusses her book “Sharks Don’t Sink” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, at Warwick’s bookstore, 7812 Girard Ave., La Jolla. Free, or $28 for a reserved seat and book copy. warwicks.com/event/graham-2024• The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library hosts the 18th annual “Flicks on the Bricks” outdoor movie series at 8 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 8-29, featuring four political comedies and film critic and scholar Beth Accomando. The films are: Aug. 8, “The Great McGinty” (1940); Aug. 15, “Dr. Strangelove” (1964); Aug. 22, “The Candidate” (1972); and Aug. 29, “Election” (1999), all at 1008 Wall St., La Jolla. $20 per movie for Athenaeum members, $25 for non-members; $72 for the series for members, $92 for non-members. Refreshments will be available for purchase. ljathenaeum.org• “Gratitude,” a chamber music performance, begins at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla. $63-$108. theconrad.org/events/gratitude• The WorldBeat Cultural Center Reggae SummerSplash Festival begins at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at UC San Diego’s Epstein Family Amphitheater, 9480 Innovation Lane, La Jolla. $25-$45. amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/summersplash-2024• City Ballet’s summer intensive program culminates with “Ballet Under the Stars,” a performance featuring young dancers joined onstage by City Ballet company members Shannon Romeo, Iago Breschi and Lucas Ataide at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at the Epstein Family Amphitheater at UC San Diego, 9480 Innovation Lane, La Jolla. Free, or $25 for a reserved seat. cityballet.org/performances/ballet-under-the-stars• The La Jolla Music Society presents “In Loving Memory,” featuring music by Ravel, Arensky and Fauré with Stefan Jackiw on violin and Sterling Elliott on cello, at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at the Baker-Baum Concert Hall, 7600 Fay Ave. $90-$98. theconrad.org/events/in-loving-memory• Warwick’s bookstore presents authors David Feinstein and Donna Eden discussing their book “Taping” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, at 7812 Girard Ave., La Jolla. Free, or $25.99 for a reserved seat and book copy. warwicks.com/event/feinstein-and-eden-2024• Author J’nell Ciesielski discusses her book “The Winged Tiara” in conversation with Rachel McMillan at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, via Zoom in an event presented by Warwick’s bookstore in La Jolla. Free. warwicks.com/event/ciesielski-2024• Pianist Dan Tepfer performs as part of “Jazz @ The JAI” at 6 and 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at the Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla. $68-$78. theconrad.org/events/dan-tepfer-jai• Singer Joss Stone performs at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at UC San Diego’s Epstein Family Amphitheatre, 9480 Innovation Lane, La Jolla. $48-$98 for a ticket and parking or $40-$90 for ticket only. amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/joss-stone• Authors Kerri Maher and Gill Paul discuss their books “Scandalous Women” and “All You Have to Do is Call” at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 16, via Zoom in an event presented by Warwick’s bookstore in La Jolla. Free. warwicks.com/event/maher-and-paul-2024• The Little Mermen, a Disney tribute band, performs at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, at UC San Diego’s Epstein Family Amphitheatre, 9480 Innovation Lane, La Jolla. $5-$15. amphitheater.ucsd.edu/event/the-little-mermen-2
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