From 2-6pm, enjoy an afternoon of animal encounters, scrumptious food, amazing live and silent auctions, and live entertainment for the whole family at Wild in the Country 2012, Lions Tigers & Bears’ signature fundraising event. Tickets are $95 before May 9; $115 if purchased May 9 or later; children are $25; a table for ten is $850. VIP tickets also available. (619/659-8078, www.lionstigersandbears.org)