La Conexion – Things to Do in San Diego

Image from last year's parade. San Diego, CA – The holiday season kicks off with a tail-wagging tradition as the 16th Annual Gaslamp Pet Parade & Pups in the Pub Party returns to the Gaslamp Quarter on Saturday, December 14, 2024. The festive event, which begins at 1:00 p.m., invites pet owners and their furry (or feathered) companions to join in a parade through one of San Diego’s most historic neighborhoods, all while celebrating the spirit of the season. The day begins with parade check-in and costume contest judging starting at 11:00 a.m. at 5th Avenue and L Street. Pets and their owners will compete in categories such as "Best Holiday Spirit" and "Best Matching Owner & Pet Costume," with a panel of local judges determining the winners. This is a great opportunity for p...

photo credit: Eric Scire & Spearhead Media Chula Vista, CA – El Centro de Chula Vista se prepara para dar inicio a la temporada navideña con una deslumbrante ceremonia de encendido del árbol el domingo 1 de diciembre a las 5:30 p.m. en Memorial Park, en la Tercera Avenida. Este querido evento anual, organizado con el apoyo de la Ciudad de Chula Vista, reunirá a los residentes para celebrar el comienzo de la temporada festiva en el corazón de la comunidad. Funcionarios de la ciudad y líderes locales ofrecerán discursos de apertura, dando paso a un momento especial: el encendido del icónico árbol de Navidad, que sin duda cautivará a todos los asistentes. La noche estará llena de espíritu navideño, con villancicos que acompañarán la atmósfera festiva y el Mercado de Agricultores de...

Nicolás Lell Benavides: The talented composer behind Tres minutos, a poignant work that explores the emotional realities of families separated by immigration policies at the U.S.-Mexico border. Image credit: San Diego Symphony San Diego, CA - In a tribute to Día de los Muertos, the San Diego Symphony is set to host a series of events designed to engage the San Diego community, marking the celebration's return to Jacobs Music Center for the first time in over four years. The venue's recent renovations, which include reconfigured seating, enhanced acoustics, and upgraded facilities, promise to offer an unparalleled experience for both artists and audiences. The festivities began this past weekend with a performance by the acclaimed Mariachi Los Camperos at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Par...

Image credit: Downtown Chula Vista Association El Día de los Muertos es una celebración llena de color y significado que honra a nuestros seres queridos que han partido. San Diego ofrece diversas actividades para que las familias se reúnan y celebren esta tradición. Aquí te presentamos cinco eventos destacados que no te puedes perder: 1. Día de los Muertos en SeaWorld San Diego Cuándo: Del viernes 1 al domingo 3 de noviembreDónde: SeaWorld San DiegoSeaWorld San Diego rendirá homenaje a las tradiciones vibrantes del Día de los Muertos con impresionantes estatuas de Catrina y ofrendas decoradas. Disfruta de deliciosa comida mexicana, como tacos de pollo, carne asada y nachos. Además, aprovecha un descuento de hasta el 20% en pases anuales hasta el 3 de noviembre. Más inform...

Mariachi Los Camperos. Image credit: The Rady Shell San Diego, CA – Este sábado, la Sinfonía de San Diego trae a la vida las vibrantes tradiciones del Día de los Muertos con una presentación especial del renombrado Mariachi Los Camperos en The Rady Shell en Jacobs Park. El evento promete una noche inolvidable llena de patrimonio cultural y los sonidos conmovedores de la música mariachi, perfecta para familias e individuos que buscan honrar a sus seres queridos a través de la música. Mariachi Los Camperos, uno de los conjuntos de mariachi más respetados y duraderos del mundo, ha sido reconocido por su maestría en fusionar la música tradicional mexicana con un toque moderno. El público puede esperar una actuación apasionada, con temas clásicos del mariachi, mientras el grupo rinde ho...

San Marcos, CA - The North County Community Action Network (NorCAN) and the Caregiver Coalition of San Diego are hosting a free community event, A World of Resources: Celebrating Cultures & Caregivers, on Saturday, November 2, from 10 AM to 1 PM at Gary and Mary West PACE, 1706 Descanso Ave, San Marcos. The event aims to provide vital support to older adults and caregivers in the community through a variety of culturally diverse resources, educational opportunities, and interactive activities. More than 20 exhibitors specializing in aging services will be on hand to offer information and assistance. Attendees can also hear from a panel of experts in aging and caregiving. In addition to the resources and expert advice, attendees can participate in self-care activities, a Día ...

Los Angeles, CA - El tan esperado evento anual de Súper Adopción de Best Friends regresa al Estadio Rose Bowl en Pasadena, California, los días 2 y 3 de noviembre, de 10 a.m. a 4 p.m. El evento contará con la participación de más de 17 refugios locales y grupos de rescate, todos unidos por un objetivo común: salvar la vida de las mascotas sin hogar de Los Ángeles. En su 25º aniversario, este evento es un salvavidas para cientos de perros y gatos en los refugios saturados de la ciudad. Cada semana, hasta 200 animales son sacrificados en los refugios de la ciudad de Los Ángeles. Best Friends Animal Society, un socio principal de la coalición No Matar Los Ángeles (NKLA), está decidido a cambiar esta realidad, tras más de tres décadas de trabajo para mejorar las tasas de rescate de mascota...

Event Celebrates Indigenous Heritage Week with Sustainable Design Forum Co-hosted by Kumeyaay and San Diego Sister Cities San Diego, CA - In recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day, San Diego will host the inaugural Indigenous Heritage Week & Sustainable Design Forum on November 21, 2024, at UC San Diego Park & Market. A key feature of the event will be an advance, red-carpet screening of We Are Guardians, a film produced by Leonardo DiCaprio that highlights Indigenous Peoples' efforts to protect the Amazon rainforest. The screening, an exclusive U.S. event, will feature a special appearance by Pury Tembe, the film's lead figure, offering a unique opportunity for attendees to hear firsthand from a key defender of one of the world’s most critical ecosystems. The forum, whic...

SAN DIEGO, CA - San Diego’s culinary landscape is ready to take center stage with the release of San Diego Cooks: Recipes from the Region’s Favorite Eateries, Bakeries, and Bars, a new cookbook that features 70 recipes from the city's most beloved restaurants, bakeries, and bars. With contributions from local chefs, the book showcases the rich diversity and innovation that have come to define the region’s food scene. In an exclusive interview, author Ligaya Malones shared her passion for the project. “I have been reporting on the local food scene for a number of years, and there was a turning point before COVID happened, where I decided I really wanted to focus my coverage in the community that I live in,” Malones explained. “When San Diego Cooks came along, it was a great opportunity...