EVENTS - SAN DIEGO - APRIL 2007

April 20, 2007

2007 Parkinson’s Disease 5K Walk & Fun Run     April 21

Join the fastest growing fundraising walk in San Diego.  Step off on Saturday, April 21, at Liberty Station and help "Fight Parkinson’s Disease Step by Step" in the 5K. Create a team, join a team or support your favorite walker.  Your generous donations fund vital programs and research for a cure for the 50,000 San Diegans affected by Parkinson’s disease. 8 a.m. Location: Liberty Station, San Diego. Entry Fees: $25 for adults; $15 for children. All walkers receive a commemorative t-shirt, and are eligible for prizes. Top fundraising teams win awards. For more information and to register or donate, visit www.pdasd.org, or call 858- 273-6763

 

Adams Avenue Roots Festival     April 21-22

Vintage blues, folk, jazz, country and international music on 6 stages. Saturday: 10am-9pm, Sunday: 10am-6pm. Outdoor setting: 34th & 35th Sts at Adams Park. Free. 619-282-7329

 

Chicano Park Day     April 21

Traditional Aztec and folklorico dancing, musicians, food, crafts booths, lo-rider car show. A free event. 10am-5pm, location: Chicano Park, Crosby & Logan Avenues. 619-563-4661

 

Island Divine 2007 - Nantucket Culinary Tasting Event     April 21

Don your casual East Coast elegance for an afternoon of food and beverage tasting in La Jolla. This adult-only gathering is offering culinary delights and delicious elixirs from over 50 premier restaurant and beverage vendors. Guests can ablso bid on luxury silent auction packages. 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm. La Jolla (Ellen Browning Scripps Park at La Jolla Cove) Admission: $85.00 (general ticket) ~ $125.00 (VIP ticket)  Jennifer Edstrom (619) 234-2253 or www.islanddivine.org

 

16th Annual House of Motorcycles Power Sports Expo     April 21

Representatives from the motorcycle industry and the San Diego Police Department will be at this expo to answer questions about power sports. This event welcomes new riders who are eager to learn about the sport. An array of motorcycles and merchandise will be available. Come and see what’s new! 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. San Diego House of Motorcycles (4904 El Cajon Blvd.) Admission: Complemtary donation for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital are accepted. Steve Harber (951) 757-5025 or www.houseofmotorcycles.com 

 

8th Annual NAMI Walk     April 21

One in five people will be treated for a biological brain disorder at some point in life. This national 5K walking event encourages all ages and groups to enjoy a beautiful day together and learn more about mental illness. An educational community resource fair will accompany this event. 8:00 am - 11:30 am. Location: Balboa Park. Admission: Suggested participant sponsorship ~ Complementary donations are received. Shannon Jaccard (619) 584-5564 or www.namiwalksandiego.org 

 

21st Annual Walk & Fun Run for Parkinson’s Disease     April 21

Nearly 50,000 San Diegans are affected by Parkinson’s disease. You can help them by participating at this 5K Walk and Fun Run where the proceeds will fund programs and services. Leashed dogs are welcome to participate. 8:00 am - 12:00 pm. Location: Liberty Station (Luce Court - 2875 Dewey Rd.) Admission: $25.00-$30.00 (adult) ~ $15.00 (child age 12 & younger) Debbie Jackson (858) 273-6763 or www.pdasd.org

 

Oceanside Days of Art     April 21-22

The Oceanside Days of Art is a free two day outdoor arts festival held in dowtown Oceanside along Pier View Way. This family friendly event is anticipated to include over 100 visual artists booths, 300 musicians, dancers and performers along with local food vendors. Free.

Pier View Way, Oceanside. 760.433.3632 or http://www.oceanside-days-of-art.org

 

Lao New Year Celebration     April 21-22

The Lao New Year is a cultural tradition that is celebrated each year in April. It’s a time when the Lao communities come together and share their common heritage and customs with others. Come and enjoy Lao music, dance performances, homemade foods, arts, crafts, sports, and games. 8:00 am - 6:00 pm. Martin Luther King Recreation Center (6401 Skyline Dr.) Admission: $2.00 complementary donations are received. Antoine Keoiara (858) 692-0581

 

San Diego EarthFair     April 22

EarthFair in Balboa Park is the largest free annual environmental fair in the world. Over 60,000 people will take part in the fair which includes exhibitors, a children’s activity area, entertainment stages featuring music for all ages, art galleries, the Children’s Earth Parade and much more. 10am to 5pm. 858-272-7370 or http://www.earthdayweb.org

 

25th Annual La Jolla Shores 5K     April 22

Come and join a challenging 5K run/walk (3-miles) through the winding coastline neighborhoods of La Jolla where you’ll have occasional sights of scenic ocean views. This event is in conjunction with the "La Jolla Half Marathon" and "WindanSea 5-Mile Stride". 7:30 am - 9:30 am. Admission $22.00. Information desk (858) 454-0777 or www.lajollahalfmarathon.com

 

Port of San Diego Day at the Docks     April 22

The West Coast’s largest public celebration of Sportsfishing! The Festival, which signals the official start of Southern California’s spring saltwater fishing season, includes food, cooking demonstrations, casting contest, how-to demonstrations, boat rides, and entertainment. San Diego Sportfishing Landing, Harbor Dr. and Scott St. 9am - 5pm. Free. 619-234-8793 or http://www.sportfishing.org

 

7th Annual Superheros for Youth Celebrity Waiter Luncheon     April 27

STAR/PAL is hosting a celebrity luncheon where the proceeds will benefit youth programs. As a guest, you’ll be lavishly pampered at this lunchion by, get this…celebrity waiters such as local media personalities, elected officials, sports players, or law enforcement personnel! 11:30 am - 1:30 pm. Balboa Park (Balboa Park Club - 2150 Pan American Rd.) Admission $95.00 (individual) ~ $750.00 (Co-Star Table of ~ $1,000.00 (Star Table of Christine Reed (619) 531-2559 or www.starpal.org

 

California Ballet presents First View     April 27-28

California Ballet presents a sparkling season of Ballet at various venues throughout San Diego County.  The current production is First View at the Garfield Theatre, La Jolla. Call for exact performance schedule. Tickets and information: 858-560-6741, ext. 13 or www.californiaballet.org

 

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