Free lecture on zero waste this afternoon
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Miracosta College will host a free lecture on “Zero Waste: What Is It and What Can We Each Do?” as part of the lifelong learning lecture series from 1 to 2:30 p.m. today in the Student Center Conference Room 926, at the San Elijo Campus, 3333 Manchester Ave. Jackie Bookstein of Solana Center for Environmental Innovation will discuss the center’s Zero Waste program, which includes recycling, reducing and reusing, composting and food waste. Email lifesanelijo@gmail.com.
ENCINITAS Free Symbols in Art lecture at library
A free lecture on Symbols in Art, an OASIS program, is set for 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. The lecture will explore the representations of ideas, codes and symbols in art history. Call (760) 753-7376.
YMCA hosts blood drive Saturday
The Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA will host a blood drive with the San Diego Blood Bank from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at 200 Saxony Road in the parking lot. Donors will receive a free Chick-fil-a item pictured on a gift card, the day of the drive. Call (800) 469-7322 or visit sandiegobloodbank.org.
Art Institute to hold ceramics workshop
A Jungle in the Desert Ceramics Workshop is set for 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Lux Art Institute, 1578 S. El Camino Real. The workshop will be led by instructor Aeriel French, as part of a community art installation. Families are encouraged to attend. Participants can make animals, plants and flowers in clay. Chiachio & Giannone will incorporate the pieces into their own work as part of their residency at Lux. Pieces will be returned to the participants after the exhibition. Cost is $15; free for ages 6 and younger. Call (760) 436-6611 or email education@luxartinstitute.org. Visit luxartinstitute.org.
Health event set for Sunday at library
A Healthy Haven Live Health Show will be held from 4 to 6:15 p.m. Sunday at the Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive. The event focuses on how to prevent and reverse autoimmune disorders, such as cancer and inflammation. Cost is $12; 10 percent goes to Hope4cancer. Visit naturalhealthyhaven.com.
Library offers basic computer assistance
Free basic computer help is offered from 1 to 3 p.m. Mondays at the Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive.
Get assistance with basic computer skills such as email account setup, Internet searching, Overdrive and Libby support, using Facebook and Microsoft Office applications. Assistance is available to learners of all ages and all levels. Visit sdcl.org or call (760)753-7376.
ESCONDIDO Mcbride Sisters at wine event tonight
The Mcbride Sisters will be at SIP Wine & Beer, 131 S. Orange Ave., from 6 to 10 p.m. today. The event, themed “a night of Black Girl Magic,” will blend community, culture and conversation and celebrate the accomplishments of black pioneers in entertainment, business, social justice and the wine and spirits industry. Guests can sip the Mcbride Sisters wine collection and connect with Robin and Andréa as they share their “journey of two Sisters, two Continents, one Passion.” Tickets are $25 at bit.ly/37eurjf.
Walk for Animals takes off Saturday
The 2020 Walk for Animals – North County takes off Saturday at Kit Carson Park, 3333 Bear Valley Parkway. The event kicks off at 7 a.m. with registration, pancake breakfast and entertainment; blessing of the animals is at 8:30 a.m.; and the walk begins at 9 a.m. Dog activities and Vendor Village are from 10:15 to 11 a.m. Registration fees are $10-$30. Proceeds benefit the San Diego Humane Society. Visit support.sdhumane.org.
Westminster Chorus to perform Saturday
The Escondido Choral Arts Foundation will hold a concert by the award-winning Westminster Chorus at 7 p.m. Saturday at the California Center for Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Hear barbershop singing with a new twist. Tickets are $10-$30 at artcenter.org.
FALLBROOK Classical concert Sunday at library
The Fallbrook Music Society will sponsor a classical concert at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Fallbrook Library, 124 S. Mission Road. The concert pays tribute to the music of Astor Piazzolla, incorporating classical, jazz and tango. The performance features Piazzolla’s most celebrated works including the Four Seasons of Buenos Aires. Call (760) 451-8644.
Grocery store hosts blood drive Monday
Albertsons will host a blood drive with the San Diego Blood Bank from noon to 5 p.m. Monday at 1133 S. Mission Road in the parking lot. Donors must be 17 and older, weigh at least 114 pounds and be in good health. Photo identification is required. Call (800) 469-7322 or visit sandiegobloodbank.org.
OCEANSIDE Soul Fusion fundraiser features ‘Jazz & Jokes’
Miracosta College presents the Soul Fusion: Jazz & Jokes music and comedy show at 7 p.m. Saturday in the Concert Hall (Building 2400) on the Oceanside Campus, 1 Barnard Drive. The Umoja program’s seventh annual Soul Fusion fundraiser will be hosted by comedian Daran Howard, featuring music by Big with Donnie Troy and comedy by Gilbert Esquivel. Proceeds support students in the Umoja program, designed to assist African-american students, among others. A VIP reception is from 5 to 6:30 p.m. with food, wine and a silent auction. Tickets are $20; $10 for students; $40 for VIP at e.givesmart.com/events/ffg.
Printmaking workshop set for this weekend
The Hill Street Country Club and Linksoul present a printmaking workshop and art talk with Kelvin Lopez and Akiko Surai in honor of Black History Month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Linksoul, 530 S. Coast Highway. Lunch will be provided by Knockout Pizza. Cost is $35, including materials. Completed works will be exhibited in a pop-up exhibition from 3 to 5 p.m. Feb. 29 when a jury will select one work to receive a $100 cash prize. RSVP at dinah@thehillstretcountryclub.org.
SAN MARCOS Open house Sunday at center for autism
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders’ newest teen and adult center will hold a free open house from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at 334 Via Vera Cruz. Visit centerforautism.com.
Animal: Sheba, 6 1⁄2-year-old, 45-pound female shepherd mix. Where: Rancho Coastal Humane Society, 389 Requeza St., Encinitas.
Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily; closed Tuesdays.
Adoption fee: $145, including microchip registration. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter and up-to-date vaccinations. Profile: Sheba loves people and she will do almost anything for dog treats.
More information: (760) 7536413
VISTA Free tax assistance offered at senior center
AARP Tax-aide’s free, volunteer-run Tax Preparation Service will prepare federal and state tax returns for low- to moderate-income taxpayers, especially those 60 and older, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Gloria E. Mcclellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. For appointments, call (760) 643-5290. northcounty@sduniontribune.com or sdpets.org.
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