San Diego Events April 18th - 25th, 2008

April 18, 2008

NAMI Walk     April 19

One in five people will be treated for a biological brain disorder at some point in life. This national 5K walking event aims to erase stigma and educate people about mental health. Participants can enjoy a beautiful day at Balboa Park with exercise and a resource fair. 7:00am - 11:00am. Balboa Park. Shannon Jaccard (619) 584-5564 or www.namiwalksandiego.org

Parkinson’s 5K Walk & Fun Run     April 19

Nearly 50,000 persons in San Diego are affected with Parkinson’s disease. You can help by participating at this 5K walk and Fun Run where the proceeds will fund programs for research and services for those afflicted. You’re welcome to bring along a leashed dog or push a stroller. 8:00am - 12:00pm. Liberty Station (Luce Court - 2875 Dewey Rd.) $25.00 - $30.00 (adult) ~ $15.00 (child age 12 & younger) Debbie Jackson (858) 273-6763 or www.pdasd.org

House of Motorcycles Power Sports Expo     April 19

Representatives from the motorcycle industry and the San Diego Police Department will be at this expo to answer questions about motor sports. This event offers educational seminars, displays of motorcycles, plus motorcycle parts and accessories. 10:00am - 4:00pm. San Diego House of Motorcycles (4904 El Cajon Blvd.) Complementary donationso to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital are accepted. Steve Harber (619) 229-7700 or www.houseofmotorcycles.com 

Stay Classy Charity Jam An Earth Day Celebration     April 19

The Pacific Beach Bar & Grill is hosting a fundraising event for different environmental initiatives in San Diego. A lineup of local bands will play all day. While enjoying delicious food and drink, you’ll learn about important environmental needs that can benefit all San Diegans. 1:00pm - 9:00pm. Pacific Beach Bar & Grill parking lot and the Sun Glass Shop parking lot (Bayard St. & Garnet Ave.) $35.00. Pat Walsh (781) 856-4388 or www.stayclassy.org

Island DiVine 2008-Capri Culinary Tasting Event     Apr. 19

A premier food, wine, spirits, and beer tasting event will focus on the Italian Island of Capri. Guests will receive lavish attention amid pleasing music and a silent auction while sampling divine culinary delights and delicous elixirs from sources throughout the region, state, and beyond. 3:00pm - 7:30pm. La Jolla (Ellen Browning Scripps Park at La Jolla Cove) $75.00 (general admission ticket) ~ $125.00 (VIP admission ticket) Jennifer Betsayad (858) 349-3812 or www.islanddivine.org

EarthFair     April 20

It’s one of the largest environmental festivals in the United States! Exhibitors represent a wide variety of causes and services that address the environment and quality of life for all living things. Highlights include music, activities, parades, displays, merchandise, and earth-friendly foods. 10:00am - 5:00pm. Balboa Park. Chris Klein (858) 272-7370 or www.earthdayweb.org

Multi-Cultural Earth Day World Beat Center   April 20

In celebration of Earth Day, the World Beat Center in Balboa Park will have an outdoor stage with music and dance performances. There will be healthy earth-friendly foods, a children’s garden, and merchandise such as art, crafts, jewlery, hats, and more. Come to the park and celebrate the planet! 11:00am - 6:00pm. Balboa Park (turf area next to the World Beat Center - 2100 Park Blvd.) Jesse Grahm (619) 230-1190 or www.worldbeatcenter.org

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