Kids Kaleidoscope show seeks artwork

CARLSBAD

History museum reopens on weekends

The Carlsbad Historical Society Magee House Museum, 258 Beech St., has reopened with limited visitor hours from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays for small groups of no more than three at a time. Masks are required. Visit carlsbadhistoricalsociety.com.

ENCINITAS

Nonprofit gallery holds one-day sale Saturday

Instead of its open house, the nonprofit Off Track Gallery offers 10 percent off artwork in the gallery all day on Saturday, including glass, gourd, mosaic, wood, paintings and photographs. The gallery is owned by the San Dieguito Art Guild and is at 937 S. Coast Highway 101. Call (760) 942-3636 or visit sandieguitoartguild.com.

ESCONDIDO

Sheriff’s helicopter transcriptions available

The Escondido Police Department, in partnership with the San Diego Sheriff ’s Department, is now offering transcription of the Sheriff ’s Helicopter Public Address System announcements. Residents can call or text the San Diego Sheriff ’s Department’s Auto Helo System to get the message. Call or text “Hello” to (858) 866-4356 to receive the message. For more information, visit escondido.org or police.escondido.org.

The Escondido Art Association’s annual Kids Kaleidoscope show seeks artwork from kids ages 5-18 and presents the winners with ribbons and cash-prize awards. Artwork is judged by age group; one entry per artist; no entry fees to compete. All artwork must be submitted suitable for gallery hanging. Drop-off dates for art are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 4 to 6 p.m. April 5 at the Artists Gallery, 121 W. Grand Ave. Artwork will remain on exhibit through April 30 and must be picked up from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 1. Visit escondidoartassociation.com or call (442) 317-0980.

‘Keep it Small’ theme of new art show

The Escondido Art Association will holds its Open Show for the month of April, themed “Keep it Small,” at the Artists Gallery, 121 W. Grand Ave. Entries must be no larger than 12-by-12 inches to accommodate the Kids Kaleidoscope show featuring artwork from students ages 5-18. Take-in of art will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 4 to 6 p.m. April 5. The show will run through April 30, and all artwork must be picked up from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 1. The gallery will adhere to COVID-19 protocols. Member entry fees are $20 for the first entry, $5 each for second and third entries; nonmember entry fees are $30 for the first entry, $10 each for second and third entries. An outdoor reception is planned for the Second Saturday art walk from 5 to 8 p.m., with prepackaged refreshments. Visit escondidoartassociation.com.

NORTH COUNTY Parkinson’s Support Group meets virtually

Free monthly meetings for people with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners are held virtually on Zoom at 10 a.m. the first Monday of each month. The featured speaker for April 5 will be Dr. Joanne Hamilton, who will give a presentation on “Intimacy.” Hamilton specializes in neuropsychology as applied to Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and stroke patients. To receive the Zoom invite, email hcmaher@cox.net.

Upcoming blood drives throughout county

The San Diego Blood Bank holds several blood drives in parking lots in North County this week and next:

Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday at 17010 Pomerado Road, Rancho Bernardo.

Fallbrook Regional Health District, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday at 138 S. Brandon Road, Fallbrook.

Kohl’s, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday at 12880 Gregg Court, Poway.

North Coast Family Resource Center, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at 3708 Ocean Ranch Blvd., Oceanside.

La Costa Town Square, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at 3439 Via Montebello, Carlsbad.

Office Depot, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 6 at 1018 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas.

Blood donations will be tested for SARS-COV-2 antibodies. Donors must be 17 or older, weigh at least 114 pounds and be in good health. Appointments are required. Call (800) 469-7322 or visit sandiegobloodbank.org.

Virtual walk benefits S.D. Humane Society

The San Diego Humane Society’s 27th annual Walk for Animals fundraiser, traditionally held at Kit Carson Park in Escondido and Liberty Station in San Diego, will be combined into a single virtual event this year on April 11-17. The event includes behind-the-scenes tours, social media surprises and pancake making. In addition to fundraising and engaging with online content, participants can walk around the neighborhood (with safety and social distancing ), around the living room, in the backyard, on a patio or even on the treadmill. Registration is free. Visit sdwalkforanimals.org.

Critter Kids Club meets weekly online

The San Diego Humane Society offers Critter Kids Club, a weekly virtual meetup for kids ages 7-11 to learn about animals the society serves. The club meets from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Tuesdays, April 6 to May 11. Topics include Introduction to San Diego Humane Society, Helping Local Wildlife, Hanging with Humane Law Enforcement,

Small Pets, Pet Body Language Basics and Fun with Farm Animals. Cost is $100. Visit sdhumane.org.

OCEANSIDE

The Miracosta College Theatre Department presents “Working,” by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Studs Terkel, adapted by Stephen Schwartz and Nina Faso with additional contributions by Gordon Greenberg. The play celebrates people often taken for granted, such as the waitress, steelworker and delivery person. Scheduled streaming performances can be reserved for 8 p.m. Friday, Saturday, April 8, 9 and 10, and 2 p.m. April 4 and 11. Scheduled streams only play at the specified event date and time. This is not an on-demand event and cannot be viewed at any other time. Reserve free tickets at showtix4u.com/event-details/48245.

Cowboy Jack to perform country music

Cowboy Jack will perform vintage country music from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Arrowood Golf Course, 5201 Village Drive. Visit hankshow.com.

Photo exhibit opens Tuesday at Miracosta

Miracosta College’s Kruglak Gallery opens a new photography exhibit, “WE, the Women’s Caucus,” on Tuesday. The juried exhibition,which runs through April 23, features five photobased/light artists who are members of the Women’s

Caucus within the Society for Photographic Education. The exhibit of 25 photographs challenge societal notions and celebrates women, trans, gender nonconforming and diversity along with honoring the suffragette movement. Visit kruglakgallery.weebly.com.

RANCHO SANTA FE

Spring Critter Camp starts Monday

Helen Woodward Animal Center kicks off its Spring Critter Camp on Monday. Children can interact with animals, create crafts and play games. Each day has a unique theme and a variety of species for kids to meet. Sign up for multiple days or come to just one. COVID-19 safety precautions will be followed. The camp for ages 4 through sixth grade runs Monday to April 2, April 5 to 9 and April 12 to 16. Register at animalcenter.org.

SAN MARCOS

Talk on alcohol abuse, Aboriginal people

California State University San Marcos’ Arts And Lectures Program will host a free virtual talk, “How Alcohol Abuse Affects Aboriginal Peoples” 3 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday. Dr. Doyle, an Indigenous Australian, will present underlying reasons for alcohol and drug use in this population and ways in which some of these issues can be addressed in prison and in the community. For tickets, visit bit.ly/2pvbxb6 or eventbrite.com/e/how-alcohol-abuse-affects-aboriginalpeoples-tickets-138651651823.

Free virtual piano concert Friday

California State University San Marcos’ Arts And Lectures Program will host a free virtual piano performance by Kei Akagi from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday. Akagi has recorded 14 albums as a solo artist and leader. There will also be an interview and question-and-answer session with the audience. For tickets, visit bit.ly/31llaoi or eventbrite.com/e/kei-akagitickets-138653908573.

VISTA Bird club meets virtually Saturday

The North County Aviculturists, a club for pet bird owners and breeders, hosts Adrianne Mock for a presentation on “Take Your Parrot to Court: Navigating Regulations and Laws Affecting Our Animals,” at 4 p.m. Saturday. The meeting is fee to members and by arrangement to visitors. Visit ncabirdclub.com.

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