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There’s a perfect present for every mom

Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Presents for every mom
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Every mom deserves a special gift from our Mother’s Day Gift Guide. | Graphic provided by 6AM City
This year, instead of grabbing a last-minute present from the store, why not get the mom figure in your life a gift that is truly unique?

To help you out, we’ve created a gift guide featuring items from our online store, Six & Main, as well as products we love from other popular brands.

Moms are important to us all year, but Mother’s Day is when we can really show how special they truly are to us. From presents for the food and beverage fan to the art collector, let this gift guide lead you to the perfect present.

The outdoor enthusiast
The art collector
  • Add to mom’s art collection with pieces featuring dramatic skies, panoramic mountain vistas, and small-town area street scenes by Jeff Pittman Art.
  • For coastal vibes, explore colorful artwork by Dream a little ART SC.
  • If the walls are already full of beautiful art, fear not. This modern ceramic vase is the perfect decorative accent. Bonus: This vibrant coffee table book is chock-full of exquisite scenes from Mykonos.
The fashion lover
While this list is a great way to start shopping for mom, we’re working to grow our store, Six & Main, and would love to add more local vendors. If you know any local brands we should be promoting, let us know.

Wait, there’s more... Click the button below to explore presents for mothers who love home decor, snacks, beverages, and more.
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Events
Thursday, April 27
  • Flamenco Night | Thursday, Apr. 27 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Novo Brazil Brewpub, 535 Florence St., Imperial Beach | $20-$25 | DanzArts presents music and dance under artistic director Patricia Astorga, food trucks will be present.
  • The Lemon Twigs | Thursday, Apr. 27 | 8 p.m. | The Music Box, 1337 India St., San Diego | $20 | A live performance from the New York-based indie rock band.
  • Party101 with Matt Bennett | Thursday, Apr. 27 | 9 p.m. | House of Blues, 1055 Fifth Ave., San Diego | $70-$80 | The “Victorious” star DJs a night of throwback music.
Friday, April 28
  • Gimme Gimme Disco | Friday, Apr. 28 | 8 p.m. | The Observatory North Park, 2891 University Ave., San Diego | $20 | Become a dancing queen at this ABBA tribute.
Saturday, April 29
  • Community Model Train Swap Meet | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 7-10:30 a.m. | San Diego Model Railroad Museum, 1649 El Prado, San Diego | $3-$5 | Railfans, rejoice: Find additions for your model railroad collection, or sell some of your goodies to help others build their fleet.
  • Spring Home + Garden Show | Saturday, Apr. 29 + Sunday, Apr. 30 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. | Free | Tap into major home and garden inspiration at this 2-day expo featuring creative displays, advice from experts, and vendors.
  • Party for the Planet | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Birch Aquarium, 2300 Expedition Way, San Diego | $20-$25 | Celebrate the ocean’s biodiversity with recycled crafts, a scavenger hunt, art, and music.
  • Adams Avenue Unplugged | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 12-10 p.m. | Adams Avenue, University Heights to Kensington, San Diego | $25 | Enjoy live performances from 60+ artists at 20 venues along a 2-mile stretch of Adams Avenue.
  • US Air Guitar Championships | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 8 p.m. | The Merrow, 1271 University Ave., San Diego | $10 | Part rock show, part improv — zero guitars.
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News Notes
Civic
  • City Councilmember Monica Montgomery Steepe announced her campaign to fill the District 4 supervisor seat that’ll be vacated by Nathan Fletcher on May 15. Other candidates eyeing the role include Janessa Goldbeck and Amy Reichert; on Tuesday, May 2, board members will decide whether to hold a special election for the position. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
  • The former San Diego Central Library on Eighth Avenue and E Street is currently being used as a 36-bed temporary homeless shelter, but City Council is now exploring plans to develop the site into affordable housing. The proposal has not yet been outlined. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Open
  • RakiRaki Ramen has expanded north, opening an eatery at 9995 Carmel Mountain Rd., Ste. B6. This is the fourth location for the beloved Japanese ramen restaurant founded in San Diego in 2012 — the others are in the Convoy District, Mira Mesa, and Little Italy.
Trending
  • Four of San Diego County’s many beautiful beaches have been nominated among the best West Coast beaches via USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice 2023 — Black’s Beach, La Jolla Shores, Oceanside Harbor Beach, and Windansea Beach. Vote for your favorite daily through 9 a.m. Monday, May 22.
Traffic
  • Access to both eastbound lanes on Manchester Avenue between Via Poco and the Interstate 5 on-ramp in Encinitas will be restricted this Friday, April 28, at 9 p.m., until Monday, May 1, at 5 a.m. — and again May 5-May 8. Crews are working on the ongoing $870 million Build NCC project.
Announced
  • The Rady Shell has added three more shows to its post-summer lineup. Pat Benatar and guitarist Neil Giraldo on Oct. 4, Richard Marx with special guest John Waite on Oct. 12, and “Dancing With the Stars” judge Derek Hough on Dec. 30.
Arts
  • “Trino’s World,” an exhibition featuring the works of Mexican cartoonist José Trinidad Camacho, aka Trino, is open through Wednesday, July 5, at the Comic-Con Museum. The cross-border collaboration — the first of its kind in the US — was also spearheaded by the Consulate General of Mexico, and features drawings, watercolors, and sketches.
Theater
  • “TINA, The Tina Turner Musical” is rollin’ into the San Diego Civic Theatre Tuesday, July 25-Sunday, July 30, and tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. The production tells the inspiring story of the Grammy Award-winning star who broke barriers — set to her bangers, of course.
Sports
  • Score. San Diego Wave FC signed goalkeeper Shae Yanez to a 2-year deal — with a possible extension in 2025. Yanez hails from London City Lionesses in the Women’s Championship League, but has also played for Washington Spirit. Catch her skills at upcoming matches this season.
Outdoors
  • This is ribbiting: Baja California Tree Frogs have moved into the Living Coast Discovery Center. The tiny frogs change color based on humidity and air temperature — morphing from vibrant green to shiny gold. See them with admission into the Chula Vista facility, open Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • The spectacular Desert Bloom is moving to slopes and higher elevations at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. The Anza-Borrego Desert Natural History Association releases a spring wildflower update and fresh map every Friday — don’t miss it. Brittebush is still in bloom in Borrego Palm Canyon.
Arts

🎨 Paint the town

Mission Fed ArtWalk 2023 heads to Little Italy this weekend
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This annual event shines bright in Little Italy. | Photo via Candice Audick + Mission Fed ArtWalk
The 39th annual Mission Fed ArtWalk is returning to Little Italy this weekend, highlighting local arts and culture while supporting the arts education nonprofit, ArtReach San Diego.

The free event — Saturday, April 29, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday, April 30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. — features 250+ fine artists showcasing and selling their work along India Street.

🖌️ Don’t miss:
🚊 Pro tips: Take the Green and UC San Diego Blue Trolley lines to the County Center/Little Italy station near the festival. MTS is offering free Trolley passes for the event to the first 3,000 people who complete this form.
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Monica
From the editor
Hey, there. The weather has been gorgeous, and I’ve been spending a lot of time outside. San Diego has great hiking trails and lately, I’ve been loving springtime treks at Lake Murray. The lake views and pretty flowers are such a treat.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? We rounded up a list of businesses coming soon to San Diego, plus a few that are now open.
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