Kiwanis group celebrates 57th birthday

CARLSBAD

Kayaking fundraiser set at Batiquitos Lagoon

The Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation holds its 15th annual Kayak Fundraiser and Cleanup on Saturday Oct. 30 and Oct. 31. Kayakers can enjoy a two-hour outing on the lagoon that is normally closed to boating, while preserving the lagoon habitat by removing trash. Proceeds benefit the foundation’s educational and wetland preservation programs. The cost is $65 per person, and children as young as 6 can participate, accompanied by an adult. The first launch is at 7:30 a.m. and the last is 1:30 p.m. on both days. Kayaks, safety equipment, and water safety guides are provided. Register early at batiquitoslagoon.orgCQ.

Garden club holds

plant sale Saturday

The Carlsbad Garden Club is running a plant sale from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, October 30 on the patio next to La Costa Coffee Roasting, near Cinepolis at Plaza Paseo Real, 6965 El Camino Real. There will be succulents and a variety of other plants grown by club members. Prices start at $3. Proceeds support college scholarships for horticulture students at MiraCosta College. Social distancing will be observed and hand sanitizer will be available. Call or text (760) 481-5414 or email email jdfroning@yahoo.com.

GOP women’s group introduces candidates

Carlsbad Republican Women’s Federated meets at 11 a.m. Tuesday Oct. 26 and a number of Republican candidates are slated to address the group, including: Elizabeth Heng, U.S. Senate; Brian Maryott, U.S. Congress, 49th District; Keith Blackburn, Carlsbad City Council, District 2; Tracy Carmichael, Carlsbad City Council, District 1; Sharon McKeeman, Carlsbad School District, Trustee Area 1; and Scott DavisonCQ, Carlsbad School District, Trustee Area 5. Carlsbad Mayor Matt Hall will give an update on city issues. Leslie Salazar-Carrillo, CEO of Pathway Health Clinic, will give an update on the clinic. The luncheon is at the Holiday Inn, 2725 Palomar Airport Road. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Cost is $32. Reservations are required by noon Monday oct25 at carlsbadrepublicans.com. Email annie13035@yahoo.com.

Genealogy buffs to

hold webinar, meeting

The North San Diego County Genealogical Society will present a webinar from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday , October 26 on “Not Just a Photo Book: Documenting the Life of Thomas DeMott Black” led by genealogist Jeanette Shiel. The webinar is free; registration is required at nsdcgs.org. Later that day from 1 to 2:30 p.m., the Legacy Users Group will hold a virtual meeting. Newcomers are welcome, and it is free to attend. Register at legacyusersgroup@nsdcgs.org.

DNA genealogists

to discuss cousins

DNA Foundations, sponsored by the North San Diego County Genealogical Society, will present “Connecting with Cousins: Known and New” in live webinar format from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 27. The webinar is free; registration is required at nsdcgs.org.

Senior center offers free walking group

The Carlsbad Senior Center hosts a free weekly walking group, the “Carlsbad Cruisers,” from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesdays. The group walks in various areas of Carlsbad, such as the Village and coast. Wear comfortable shoes and sunscreen. Meet at the west entrance of the center, 799 Pine Ave. Dogs, strollers, family and friends are welcome. Visit carlsbadca.gov/parksandrec.Harvest Fest with ‘Sleepy Hollow’

La Costa Canyon High School Theatre hosts a “Sleepy Hollow” radio theater performance and harvest festival with carnival games and food Tuesday and Wednesday Oct. 26-27 in La Costa Canyon meadow. Pizza, hot chocolate, coffee and treats will be sold. Tickets are $10; $5 for youths and students. Visit lacostacanyontheatre.com.

DEL MAR

Conservancy holds annual River Fest

The San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy holds its annual River Valley Fest fundraiser, themed “We’re Building Bridges,” from 4 to 7 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Hilton San Diego/Del Mar. 15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd., in-person or via livestreaming. Highlights include updates about the conservancy’s accomplishments, live music by Hot Rocks San Diego, cocktails and appetizers, a silent auction and gourmet dinner. Virtual gala guests can buy a take-home meal. Visit sdrvc.org/2021-river-valley-fest.

Fundraiser to help youths fighting cancer

The Baller Dream Foundation’s second San Diego fundraiser is set for 2 to 5 p.m. Nov. 21 at Monarch Ocean Pub, 1555 Camino Del Mar in the Del Mar Plaza. The nonprofit helps children and young adults fighting cancer. The November event will celebrate the foundation’s three California “Ballers,” including 9-year-old Aritzve Aguirre Texcahua, 18-year-old Dustin Joiner and 22-year-old Ali Alipour. All three hope to enter the medical field as a career. Early-bird tickets are $100 until Nov. 1; $125 afterward. Visit ballerdream.org.

ENCINITAS

Halloween and Dia de los Muertos concert

The Hutchins Consort will give a concert, Celebrating Halloween and Dia de los Muertos, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday oct29 at Seaside Center for Spiritual Living, 1613 Lake Drive. The performance will include classical music to New Orleans tinged jazz. Tickets are $20-$35. Call (858) 366-2423.

Art exhibit at community center

A free art exhibition featuring paintings and drawings by Michael CollettaCQ runs through Nov. 9 at the Encinitas Community and Senior Center, 1140 Oakcrest Park Drive.

Mixed-media exhibit

on display at City Hall

A free mixed-media exhibit featuring the work of Fred MarinelloCQ runs through Nov. 5 at Encinitas City Hall, 505 S. Vulcan Ave. The exhibit includes toys and collectibles that Marinello makes in limited editions. Most of his toys are made of resin and polymer clay and some are created out of wood, metal and epoxy. Marinello also does scratch board illustration, photography, digital and fine art, multimedia and printmaking. Visit fredmarinello.net.

Garden club meets Wednesday morning

The San Dieguito Garden Club will meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday October 27, outside on a patio at the San Diego Heritage Museum, 450 Quail Gardens Drive. Pumpkin decorating will follow the meeting. Reserve at (760) 918-9536.

Free concert set for Wednesday at library

A free concert is from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday oct27 at the Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. The program features Andrew Harrison on saxophone and Jason Lo on piano, who will perform works by Ibert, Ozley, Ravel and Pegram. Visit andrewsharrison.com and encinitas.tix.com.

ESCONDIDO

Halloween-themed

organ recital Oct. 31

The First United Methodist Church of Escondido will hold a Halloween-themed organ recital by Dr. Michael Munson from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 31 in the church sanctuary, 341 S. Kalmia St. The concert will include selections by J.S. Bach, Camille Saint-Saens and Vic Mizzy, with some pieces accompanying movie clips. Masks are required. There will be a freewill offering. Visit fumcescondido.org.

Library hosts TeenTasticFunTime

The Escondido Library hosts TeenTasticFunTime from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 27, in the Turrentine Room, at 239 S. Kalmia St. for ages 12–17. Highlights include an escape room game, craft project, treats and a giveaway. Visit library.escondido.org.Toe Tappers troupe recruiting dancers

The Toe Tappers are seeking tap dancers older than 55 who are interested in performing with a senior tap dance troupe. Dancers must be available to rehearse twice weekly from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursdays in Escondido. The group performs throughout North County. Call (760) 845-5705 or visit toetappers.org.

Church puts on Harvest Party

Emmanuel Faith Community Church’s annual Harvest Party features carnival-style games, pony rides, face-painting and balloon animals from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Friday Oct. 29 for families with children ages 2 through sixth grade at 639 E. 17th St. Food will be sold. Visit efcc.org.

Library seeks input on five-year plan

Escondido Public Library seeks input from the community for its five-year strategic plan in an online survey in English and Spanish through Nov. 17 at escondidolibrary.org/strategicplan to participate. The plan will include goals and objectives for library operations, services and technology. The 2018-2022 strategic plan can be viewed at www.escondidolibrary/strategicplan.

FALLBROOK

Grey Water Project subject of talk Tuesday

The Fallbrook Climate Action Team will host a talk about the nonprofit Grey Water Project at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday , October 26th via Zoom. Meet Shreya Ramachandran, the nonprofit’s founder. Her goal is to teach how to save and reuse household water. To receive the Zoom link, sign up for the group’s e-blast at fallbrookclimateactionteam.org.

NORTH COUNTY

United Cerebral Palsy walk set for Saturday

North County participants are sought for the 39th annual 5K “No Limits” Walk, sponsored by Mobilityworks to benefit United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego County. Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m. with the walk following at 9 a.m. Saturday Oct. 30 at De Anza Cove, at the northeast end of Mission Bay Park. Participants can walk, run, roll or hand cycle their way on a 3.5-mile course. Continental breakfast will be served and later, at the completion of the walk, a Mexican lunch. Visit ucpsd.org.

Golf tourney, run honor 13 service members

The “Walk for the Fallen” has dedicated the Golf Tournament at Singing Hills Golf Resort and the 5/10K Walk/Run on Nov. 5 at Sycuan Casino Resort to the 13 service members who lost their lives in the attack at the Kabul airport. Community members can golf or walk/run in their honor, starting at 8 a.m. Proceeds benefit the Veterans Association of North County and All Star Vets. Visit walkforthefallen.org/sycuan.

Upcoming blood drives

In response to blood bank shortages, the San Diego Blood Bank will hold the following blood drives:

Del Mar Rotary, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday , October 28 at 1050 Camino Del Mar.

Bitchin’ Sauce, noon to 5 p.m. Friday , October 29 at 6211 Yarrow Drive, Carlsbad.

Science Fiction Coalition at Fandom Invasion, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday , October 30 at 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido.

Saint Francis Catholic Church, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Oct. 31 at 525 W. Vista Way, Vista.

Appointments are strongly encouraged. Call (800) 469-7322 or visit sandiegobloodbank.org.

Oasis offers classes for seniors

The nonprofit San Diego Oasis offers a variety of classes for ages 50 and up. Most of the classes and events are either free or low-cost. Visit san-diego.oasisnet.org.

OCEANSIDE

Drive-thru COVID, flu vaccinations offered

MiraCosta College and Champions for Health have teamed to provide free COVID-19 and influenza vaccines to the North County community from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday Oct. 27 at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive, Parking Lot 3C. MiraCosta staff, students and the community can drive up and get a COVID-19 vaccine, flu shot, or both. Appointments are not necessary. Participants remain in their vehicle with a face mask on. Call (760) 736-6777.

Brother Benno’s collecting gift cards

Brother Benno’s Auxiliary is collecting $25 Walmart gift cards for local children in need. The cards will be distributed at the annual Christmas Party at Brother Benno’s Center in Oceanside. The goal is to collect 300 gift cards. Monetary donations are also welcome and cards will be purchased by the auxiliary in your name. Send cards or donations to Brother Benno’s Auxiliary, P.O. Box 334, San Luis Rey, CA 92068 by the end of November. Visit brotherbenno.org.

POWAY

Thrift Thursday sale at library

The Poway Library is hosting a Thrifty Thursday media sale 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday Oct. 28 at the library, 13137 Poway Road. The sale includes a large selection of DVDs, CDs and LPs starting at $1 and buy one, get one free along with Children’s Books starting at 25 cents or 5 for a $1. Proceeds support library programs and additional library books. Visit sdcl.org/locations/27.

RANCHO BERNARDO

Parkinson’s Support Group meets

A free support meeting for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners is 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 1 at San Rafael Church, 17252 Bernardo Center Drive in the Parish Hall. The speaker is Dr. Thomas Jones, a urologist, who will discuss “Symptoms and Treatments of Urinary Tract Infections.” Separate breakout sessions after presentation. Free refreshments. Call (760) 749-8234.

RANCHO SANTA FE

Church hosts Halloween Trunk or Treating

A family-friendly Halloween event featuring decorated cars that have trunks full of candy for trick or treaters will be 10 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 31 at the Village Church’s upper parking lot and playground, 6225 Paseo Delicias. Church-friendly costumes welcome. Email alycenn@villagechurch.org. Visit villagechurch.org.

SAN MARCOS

CSUSM hosts virtual community lecture

California State University San Marcos’ Arts And Lectures Program will host a free virtual talk, “Chola Vida: Homegirls Navigating the Barrio to Academia,” from 6 to 7:30 p.m. MondayOctober 25, . The presentation will discuss Chola Vida, a group that supports former and active female gang members and inspires homegirls to go to college and share knowledge by creating barrio frameworks. Tickets are at bit.ly/3b0OTC3.

SOLANA BEACH

Restaurant hosts food drive and 5K run to benefit food bank

ALCE 101, a southwestern farm-to-table restaurant in Solana Beach is hosting its Moose Tracks 5K run 9 a.m. Nov. 13 at 243 N Hwy 101 to benefit the San Diego Food Bank. Check-in is 8:30 a.m. Runners get 10 percent off their brunch bill and a free mimosa. Also, food bank donations can be dropped off at the restuarant and ALCE 101 partnered with Vizer, an exercise rewards app, which allows folks to donate meals and earn reward points at local businesses. Visit alce101.com.

VISTA

Halloween Line Dance Party takes place Friday

The Vista Silver Star Foundation hosts a Halloween Line Dance Party with costume contest, prizes and pizza from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday , Oct. 29 at the Carlsbad Harding Auditorium, 3096 Harding St. Space is limited. Donation tickets are $20 at vistasilverstarfoundation.com. Call (442) 224-3426.

LINDA MCINTOSH  U-T

If your nonprofit would like to submit a listing or photos of events that have happened recently, please email northcounty@sduniontribune.com. Include the name of the group, date and time of event, address, cost and contact information for readers within the email text. Photos should be sent as JPEGs. Include the names of those in the photos from left to right along with the photo credit and permission from the photographer to use the photo in The San Diego Union-Tribune.