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Artist Open House “Summer Fun”

Artist Open House “Summer Fun”

Experience the captivating ambiance of the Brooks Theater Gallery’s Artist Open House, where “Summer Fun” takes center stage on June 16, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm. The “Summer Fun” art exhibition in the Sunshine Brooks Theater showcases the art of the North County Society of Fine Arts (NCSFA) members. Each piece has been judged by Gallery Curator Carol Naegele, and the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and Honorable Mention winners will be announced during the Artist Open House. Enjoy ice cream sundaes, live Hawaiian and soft jazz music by Adrian DeMain, live art demonstrations, tours of the theater, and of course art! All are welcome to attend. Contact 760-433-8900 for more information.

Spring Social

I Love A Clean San Diego is thrilled to invite you to our Spring Social on Thursday, June 8, at 5:30 p.m. at Duck Foot Brewing Co. in Miramar!

The Spring Social marks the return of our in-person gatherings, where we will celebrate our shared successes and foster a stronger environmental community. In addition to hearing about the impact across the region and providing updates on the year ahead, we will also be honoring a group of outstanding volunteers.

The San Diego community has played an integral role in preserving the health and beauty of our shared environment, and we are excited to celebrate our impact with you all.

13th Annual Western Hoedown Fundraiser

It’s that time again to join us in supporting Ivey Ranch Park Association’s 13th annual Western Hoedown Fundraiser event. Your presence at the event and contributions are needed to continue Ivey Ranch’s growing integrative equine and care programs for special needs and able-bodied individuals alike.

The Western Hoedown is on Saturday, October 14th, 2023 and our guests will enjoy a barn-side steakhouse style dinner, music, a horse show, and a kid’s corral in addition to other fun activities. A flag ceremony will be presented by our local high school ROTC program. Guests will get to enjoy our horses, our community, and the special work we do at Ivey Ranch.

Since 1981, the historic site of Ivey Ranch has supported families and their children through specialized care programs as well as innovative equine programs. Currently, over two-thirds of our clients have moderate to severe genetic or trauma induced disabilities that have impacted their physical, behavioral, and/or cognitive abilities.

Last year Ivey Ranch served an average of 275 clients per week including children, veterans, low-income families and at-risk youth, as well as survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and drug dependency. That equates to one thousand families, just last year, who have been touched by the work our programs offer.

Your support will help us to continue special programs such as Horses for Heroes, Therapeutic Riding, Equine Assisted Counseling, Equine Assisted Learning, Tailored Day Program (a working internship for adults with disabilities) as well as daycare and in-home respite programs for children and adults with special needs.

Ivey Ranch Park Association is a 501 (c)(3) organization and does not receive local, state, or federal government funding, so fundraisers like the annual Western Hoedown are vital to Ivey Ranch and its clients. The demands for our services have increased at a dramatic pace. Increases in demand have created a need for more capital improvements, equine experts, mental health counselors, teachers, in-home care providers, horses, equipment, supplies, and professional services.

Artist Open House: Friendship

“Friendship” will be on exhibit May 2nd – May 31st. The artist open house is a free community event that will feature an artist demonstration, live music, light refreshments and mini-tours of the theater. Visitors will take trips through the costume and prop room, the tech loft, the main stage, the makeup room, the studio, and the shop, while discussing some of the history and mystery of the Brooks Theater.

Good People – Military Matinee

Join Oceanside Theatre Company for our Military Matinee on Sunday, May 14 at 2 p.m. as we honor our local veterans and members of the military. As a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing arts and culture to North County, we are proud to offer two free tickets per military ID for this special performance. Use the code OTCBlueStar at checkout and be sure to bring your military ID to Will Call to collect your tickets. Tickets are subject to availability, so reserve your seats early. For more information about our Military Matinee program, visit OceansideTheatre.org.

Adjoin’s March Mixer

MIX, MINGLE, & NETWORK with other San Diego professionals

Ad-Join us for a fun filled evening and learn more about how Adjoin supports at-risk veteran families and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at the upcoming March Mixer.

Enjoy playing games, food, and drinks while learning more about our services and programs!

Your ticket includes complimentary drinks (wine, beer, soda) and lite bite appetizers & treats.

2023 Annual Unity Luncheon

We are thrilled to announce that Jean Guerrero will be joining us as the keynote speaker for the 2023 Annual Unity Luncheon. As an accomplished journalist and writer, Jean has made a significant impact on Latinx representation in the media, and we are honored to have her share her insights and experiences with us.

We hope you can join us!

For more information, please send an email to tzavala@chicanofederation.org

Successful Fundraising Events & Sponsorships Workshop

Get your organization poised for success with both fundraising events and sponsorships! These two half-day workshops, led by 20-year nonprofit event producer A.J. Steinberg, CFRE, are the perfect way to get your nonprofit ready to succeed with both.

It is highly encouraged to take both of the workshops together in order to maximize the impact of the training. Lunch will be provided for those taking both workshops and there is a $50 discount for taking both workshops together.

Details of Successful Events workshop: 9am-12:30pm, March 7, 2023

Nonprofits devote enormous amounts of time and resources annually to their fundraising events, yet each year they are frustrated by the lack of return on their investment.

Now is the time to break that cycle of frustration and give your events a fresh start by learning the strategies, tips, and resources used by professional event planners to create engaging and profitable events.

In this workshop we will walk you step-by-step through:

  • Starting Out Right
  • Event Committees & Honorees
  • Finding & Managing Volunteers
  • The Secret to Engaging Events
  • Running Your Events Like a Pro
  • Turning Guests into Donors

This workshop will give you the tools to create events that engage and inspire with less stress in the planning phases.

Details of Successful Sponsorships Workshop: 1:30pm-4:30pm, March 7, 2023

SPONSORSHIPS! Organizations want them and need them, but lack the know-how and training to prospect them, attract their attention, and keep sponsors happy. In this workshop A.J. Steinberg, CFRE, of Queen Bee Fundraising will walk you through the steps to take to get your organization primed for sponsorship dollars.

In this workshop you will learn:

  • What sponsors are looking for
  • What your organization has to offer
  • How to craft professional-quality marketing materials
  • How to prospect and solicit potential sponsors
  • How to treat sponsors like VIPs so they sign on year-after-year.

About the presenter, AJ. Steinberg, CFRE, of Queen Bee Fundraising

With over 20 years’ experience as a nonprofit event planner and engagement strategist, A.J. Steinberg has produced over 100 successful events and raised millions of dollars for organizations with her Los Angeles-based production company. In 2015 A.J. launched Queen Bee Fundraising to share the art of nonprofit event planning and engagement strategies with organizations worldwide. She is a recognized topic expert, and presents on subjects such as nonprofit event planning, event sponsorships, committee and volunteer leadership, generational giving, and guest engagement.

Hunt For Art

There are many hidden art treasures in Escondido to be found, and we will discover them All. The treasure hunt/scavenger hunt gives you clues to finding them. But just to be fair, we will all leave at the same time. You will be given your first clue Saturday evening at 4:00 PM online. Then the next one is at the next location.

Upon finding and arriving, you will find the next clue, and so on. Each week we will discover hidden treasures about Escondido art and the artist that make it. Each hunt will take somewhere between 1 to 5 hours depending on you and your team.

You may choose to find the clue, and then quickly move on to the next clue, or you may want to simply stay awhile and enjoy the art at that clue’s location and then move on to the next one. You may opt to stay and enjoy the venue (Your 1st drink is on me and the theater tickets are paid for as well.) Teamwork is encouraged although not mandatory. The object is to have fun discovering Escondido’s hidden art treasures.

You will receive the link to the first clue online, and after your spot is reserved. All the other clues will be found in one of the hidden treasures in Escondido. You can take part in as many hunts as you like. They all start Saturday evening at 4:00 PM online, where you will be given your first clue for the night.

A donation will be made in your name after you pay for your entry to the Southern Sudanese Community Center of San Diego. Thank you for your participation. Good luck and have fun!

Your ticket gives you admission to hidden art treasures, admission to a few of the locations like the theater, and a glass of wine (if you are 21 years old.)  You will receive your 1st clue at the start of the event on Saturday night at 4:00 PM.