Top 7 Things To Do In North County This Week

“Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure.” ~Oprah

 

The Beauty of Spring

1. Sunday, April 22- Oceanside Days of Art

Oceanside Days of Art is a juried fine art show providing a beautiful coastal backdrop and live entertainment. Over 140 artists line the downtown Civic Center Plaza. Oceanside Days of Art offers a free artist breakfast and overnight security. Please check out our website for more details or to download an application.
10,000 attendees expected.

10:00a
Civic Center Plaza and Pier View Way,Oceanside,CA

 

2. Monday, April 23– La Jolla Grunion Run

Get ready for a true Southern California experience! Observe hundreds of small silver fish called grunion ride the waves onto La Jolla beaches to spawn. Before hitting the beach, see grunion hatch before your eyes during a special presentation about this mysterious fish. Prepare for cool, wet conditions and bring a flashlight. RSVP required: 858-534-7336 or online at aquarium.ucsd.edu. Ages 6-13 must attend with a paid adult.

10:30p
Birch Aquarium at Scripps,La Jolla,CA
Price: $10-$12; RSVP required
Phone: (858) 534-7336

 

3. Tuesday, April 24– Toddler Tales & Tunes

Play in the garden and pot plants to take home. Pre-school stories and songs are offered on the patio of the Ecke Building from 10 10:30 am.

10:30a
San Diego Botanic Garden,Encinitas,CA

 

4. Wednesday, April 25- Sushi 101

Get ready to dispel your fears about sushi preparation. You’ll start with the crucial basics for making seasoned rice then advance to making rolls, nigiri and accompanying dishes. Once you’ve mastered these fun-to-learn basics you’ll be ready to dazzle your friends with your own sushi party.

6:30p to 8:30p
Sur La Table – Forum at Carlsbad,Carlsbad,CA

 

5. Thursday, April 26- Cirque du Soleil: TOTEM 

TOTEM by Cirque du Soleil traces the fascinating journey of the human species from its original amphibian state to its ultimate desire to fly. The characters evolve on a stage evoking a giant turtle, the symbol of origin for many ancient civilizations.Inspired by many founding myths, TOTEM illustrates, through a visual and acrobatic language, the evolutionary progress of species.
See the show that has been dazzling audiences with its colorful costumes, upbeat music and amazing acts of contortion, high flying stunts, juggling, balance and much more.

8:00p
Del Mar Fairgrounds,Del Mar,CA
Price: $40.00 – $273.50

 

6. Friday, April 27- Poway Jazz Festival

The 2nd annual Poway Jazz Festival will be held at the Poway Performing Arts Center on April 27th from 3 to 9 PM. With an incredible panel of judges and plenty of big bands, this year’s competition will surely be more exciting, competitive, and entertaining than ever before. A wide variety of food, drink, and concessions will be available. Sign-ups, volunteer, and advertising opportunities are still available for a limited time. Email Chase Pado at [email protected] for more details.

3:00p to 9:00p
Poway Center for the Performing Arts,Poway,CA

 

7. Saturday, April 28- Masters of Underwater Photography

Liquid Capture: Masters of Underwater Photography is a juried exhibition presenting the best underwater photographic art from around the world. Organized by renowned photographer Lee Peterson, this exhibition will feature images reflecting a number of specific categories: Ocean Environment Underwater, Macro, Diver, Ocean Environment Above Water, Marine Mammals and Submersion, a creative look at diving.