EVENTOS ESPECIALES

‘Core Sessions’
Saturday, April 2

Downtown San Diego Partnership and Balanced Fitness and Health will present several fitness classes under the name “Core Sessions.” Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., followed by bootcamp at 9 a.m., yoga at 9:45 a.m., CrossFit at 10:30 a.m., and another bootcamp at 11:30 a.m. — all for free! The sessions will take place on B Street between Sixth and Seventh avenues. Get details at downtownsandiego.org and sign up at bit.ly/1V2gcxm.

San Diego Padres home opener and East Village opening day block party
Monday, April 4

Admission is free for the sixth annual opening day block party featuring food, entertainment, a beer garden and other vendors from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. in East Village (J Street between Sixth and 10th avenues). Visit bit.ly/1UxFJAf for more information. After the party, watch the Padres take on the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first home game of the season. The giveaway promotion will be an “Opening Series Rally Towel,” presented by Sycuan Casino. The game starts at 4:05 p.m. at Petco Park (100 Park Blvd., East Village). Visit padres.com para boletos

‘Lace Up & Go’
Wednesday, April 6

This celebration of National Walking Day will include a health expo and be held at Waterfront Park (1600 Pacific Highway, Downtown) from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Presented by the American Heart Association, this event hopes to showcase how easy it is to make physical activity part of your day. Visit sdheartwalk.org para detalles.

‘Cathedrals: Jeff Ray’
Thursday, April 7 – Sunday, June 12

SDSU Downtown Gallery (725 W. Broadway, Downtown) will host this multi-sensory installation by San Francisco Bay-area artist Jeff Ray now through June 12. The installation continues Ray’s “exploration of the intersection between nature and architecture.” The work brings together photo and video works with original music compositions by the artist. There will be an opening reception on Thursday, April 7 from 6 – 8 p.m. with a live musical performance by Jeff Ray. Visit art.sdsu.edu/sdsu-downtown-gallery para más información.

San Diego Symphony ‘City Lights Series’: Jason Alexander
Friday, April 8 and Saturday April 9

Best known as George Costanza on TV’s “Seinfeld,” Jason Alexander has long been a Tony Award-winning song and dance man. For this edition of the San Diego Symphony’s “City Lights Series” Alexander will relay his journey to the Broadway stage and perform songs from “Pippin” and “The Music Man.” Expect a heavy dose of comedy and audience interaction along with the storytelling and music. Both shows will start at 8 p.m. at Copley Symphony Hall (750 B St., Downtown). Tickets start at $20. Visit sandiegosymphony.org para boletos

Port of San Diego’s Clean and Green Boating Expo
Saturday, April 9

This free event sponsored by the Port will be held from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Driscoll Boat Works (2500 Shelter Island Drive). The event will help teach San Diego boaters how they can reduce their environmental impact when using and caring for their boat. Parking is also free and there will be raffle prizes. Visit portofsandiego.org para detalles.

Ninth annual Taste of Morena
Wednesday, April 13

This year’s Taste of Morena will feature food samples and drink specials from 22 restaurants, bars and breweries in the Morena District from 5 – 9 p.m. The event will take place along Morena Boulevard, West Morena Boulevard, Linda Vista Road and the side streets in the area. A complimentary Old Town Trolley will shuttle attendees between participating stops. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at exploremorena.com.

Macallan whiskey tasting
Thursday, April 14

Macallan brand ambassador Kieron Elliott will lead this tasting with a limited seating of 20 people at The Whiskey House (420 Third Ave., Downtown). The tasting will include: Macallan 18, Macallan 21, Macallan 25, Macallan 30, Macallan Rare Cask and Macallan 25 anniversary. Tickets are $199 and must be prepaid. Call 619-546-6289 or visit thewhiskeyhousesd.com para más información.

Culinary Historians of San Diego presentation
Saturday, April 16

These monthly presentations on the history of food and drink are held in the Neil Morgan Auditorium at San Diego Central Library (330 Park Blvd., East Village). This month’s presentation will start at 10:30 a.m. with Kitty Morse and Nan Sturman discussing edible flowers. Visit culinaryhistoriansofsandiego.com para más información.

San Diego Gulls vs. Ontario
Saturday, April 16

Our hometown hockey team will take on the Ontario Reign for their last game of the season. It is also “Fan Appreciation Night” and there will be a pregame tailgate. Puck drops at 7:05 p.m. at Valley View Casino Center (3500 Sports Arena Blvd., Midway District). Visit sandiegogulls.com para boletos

‘Jacaranda Spring Thing’
Saturday, April 16

This event at Tweet Street Park (on Date Street between Eighth and Ninth avenues) will feature food trucks and music under the blooming jacaranda trees. The family friendly event will start at noon. There will also be a DIY workshop by Home Depot with lessons on getting your patio ready for spring. Visit www.downtownsandiego.org para más información.

Chef-Driven Bake Sale
domingo, 17 de abril

This charity bake sale will feature a baker’s dozen of San Diego chefs creating sweet and savory items. The event will be hosted by local food writer Erin Jackson from 10 a.m. – noon at LOUNGESix (616 J St. Downtown) — the rooftop poolside lounge at Hotel Solamar. Admission is $5 and baked goods can be purchased for $5 each. All proceeds go to No Kid Hungry to end childhood hunger. Visit bit.ly/1UT4NBm y nokidhungry.org para más información.

27th annual EarthFair
domingo, 17 de abril

In honor of Earth Day, this annual event in Balboa Park from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. will feature vendors sharing environmentally friendly products, services and volunteer opportunities. The event will feature live music, a food pavilion and much more. EarthFair is free to the public and manned by volunteers — sign up at earthdayweb.org. There will also be a children’s Earth Day Parade, which marches down El Prado East starting at 10:30 a.m.; the parade ends at the children’s area of the EarthFair. The parade is also free to enter. Get more information at earthdayweb.org/earthfair.html.

Third annual community open house at San Diego City College
Thursday, April 21

The college will host this open house from 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. Interested parties can take campus tours, view exhibits and visit classrooms. There will also be music and a resource fair. More details will be made available on sdcity.edu.

Wine and Canvas: ‘Ocean Beach Pier’
Friday, April 22

This painting class includes step-by-step instruction and materials needed create 16-by-20-inch gallery-wrapped canvas painting. This session celebrates a local treasure, as attendees will replicate a painting of the Ocean Beach Pier. No outside food or drinks are allowed at this event, however both will be available for purchase. Tickets are $35 per person. The class will be held from 6 – 9 p.m. at Fabrison’s French Creperie Café (1425 India St., Little Italy). Several other Downtown locations host Wine and Canvas events throughout the month including: Taste & Thirst, Fifty Seven Degrees and Hard Rock Café. Visit vinoycanvas.com to register for their various classes and see the paintings to be featured as each session.

‘California Dreamin’’
Saturday, April 23 and Sunday, April 24

The San Diego Gay Men’s Chorus will perform “California Dreamin’” at 8 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at Balboa Theatre (868 Fourth Ave., Downtown). The program celebrates songs “in the key of CA.” Expect some Disney princess pop along with classics of Tony Bennett and Brian Wilson plus powerful anthems by Katy Perry and Adele. The concerts will each feature a special appearance by the San Diego Women’s Chorus. Tickets start at $34 and can be purchased at sandiegoteatros.org.

‘Spring Time in Paris’ Sunday Supper
Sunday, April. 24

A spring-filled five-course dinner including cheese in every course will be served at The Cheese Store of San Diego (1980 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy) from 6 – 8:30 p.m. The meal will be crafted with local guest chef Katherine Humphus, a classically trained chef and graduate of Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, France. Event price is $69 and includes one glass of wine or beer. Visit thecheesestoresd.com para reservas.

Paseo del arte de Mission Federal
Sábado 30 de abril y domingo 1 de mayo

Por trigésimo segundo año, ArtWalk ocupará 17 cuadras de Little Italy y se esperan miles de asistentes. De 11 am a 6 pm todos los días habrá oportunidades para comprar obras de arte, disfrutar de música en vivo y presentaciones de baile, y participar en experiencias de arte interactivo. Visita artwalksandiego.org para más detalles y un mapa del festival.

Fifth annual Ocean Commotion concert
Saturday, April 30

San Diego Coastkeeper will host their yearly party to raise money to protect and restore San Diego County’s water quality and supply. The event will take place from 5 – 10 p.m. at Campland By The Bay (2211 Pacific Beach Drive) where attendees can opt to stay the night in a tent or RV. Live music will be provided by Oceanside band The Barnwell Shift among other local bands. Guests can also enjoy beer on the beach, drawings for prizes and more. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 the day of. Visit sdcoastkeeper.org for tickets and details.

EVENTOS RECURRENTES

TUESDAY

Residents Free Tuesdays in Balboa Park: Participating museums change the first four Tuesdays of the month. Free for San Diego city and county residents with ID, active military and dependents. Hours vary by museum. Visit balboapark.org/visit/Tuesdays.

Coronado Certified Farmers Market: 2:30 – 6 p.m. First and B streets at Coronado Ferry Landing. Visit welcometocoronado.com.

WEDNESDAY

Weichelt Wednesday (4/13): Come eat, drink and mingle with East Village residents and visitors. Pizza samples, first drink free, drinks specials. 5 – 7 p.m. Social Tap, 815 J Street, East Village. Visit WeicheltWednesday10.eventbrite.com.

THURSDAY

Gaslamp Quarter Historical Walking Tour: Stops on this tour include architecturally significant structures from the 1800s including Old City Hall, the Keating Building, William Heath Davis House Museum and more. 1 p.m.. 410 Island Ave., Gaslamp. Visit gaslampfoundation.org.

Sunset Trivia: Bring a team or play alone. 7 – 9 p.m. 98 Bottles, 2400 Kettner Blvd., Little Italy. Visit 98bottlelessd.com.

VIERNES

Weekly Downtown San Diego Partnership walkabouts: Join DSDP’s Clean & Safe program at 10 a.m. in alternating neighborhoods: Cortez Hill, Core/Columbia, Gaslamp Quarter, Marina and East Village. For more info, call 619-234-8900, visit www.downtownsandiego.org or sign up for their newsletter.

Take a bite out of Downtown: Hosted by food tour service Bite San Diego, join fellow foodies and winos for a historical walking tour sampling some of Downtown’s finest restaurants. 21+. Noon. Tickets are $45. Tours also on Saturday. Visit bitesandiego.com/index.php.

SÁBADO

East Village walking tour: First Saturday of each month. Take a tour of the village’s best residential buildings, condos and see their amenities. 10 – noon, Urbana Lofts lobby, 450 10th Ave., East Village. Visit robertweichelt.com.

East Village Community Clean Up: Second Saturday of each month. Help keep the village clean. Free T-shirt and goodie bag. Meet at Promenade Park, 401 K St., East Village. RSVP robertweichelt.com.

Little Italy Mercato: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Rain or shine, visit over 100 booths on West Cedar Street between Kettner Boulevard and Front Street. Visit littleitalysd.com/mercato.

Gaslamp Quarter Historical Walking Tour: Stops on this tour include architecturally significant structures from the 1800s including Old City Hall, the Keating Building, William Heath Davis House Museum and more. 11 a.m. 410 Island Ave., Gaslamp. Visit gaslampfoundation.org.

DOMINGO

Walk-in eReader and device assistance: Free and open to the public. Bring your Android and iOS devices for hands-on learning. 2 – 4 p.m. Room 222, San Diego Central Library, 330 Park Blvd., Downtown. Visit sandiegolibrary.org.

Outdoor organ concert: The San Diego Organ Society presents a free organ concert. With over 4,500 pipes, this organ is one of the largest organs in the world with a wonderful sound, playing classic and popular hits by Carol Williams. Enjoy free parking, lots of seating. Balboa Park’s Organ Pavilion. 2 p.m. Visit balboapark.org.

—Compiled by Jen Van Tieghem. Send items for inclusion to editor Morgan M. Hurley at [email protected].