The 34th Annual Paul Ecke, Jr. Poinsettia Ball held at the Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA
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Anya Shah
Anya Shah’s favorite part of her job as Sr. Graphic Designer for Ranch & Coast is bringing creative concepts to visual fruition when working on internal campaigns, client ads, and the “Seen” section’s society pages. She majored in economics and was a Dean's List student at Cal State San Marcos. She began her career in marketing management in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry before transitioning into the creative space. In 2023, Shah received her certification in Graphic and Web Design with honors from UC San Diego. Shah was born in Eastern Europe and speaks fluent Russian, but grew up in San Diego and considers it home. She loves traveling, staying active, and spending quality time with family and friends. As a former dancer for a competitive hip-hop team, she still enjoys dancing and taking lessons in her spare time.
21st annual Strut for Sobriety takes places
The event benefited A New PATH (Parents for Addiction Treatment & Healing), supporting its mission to provide overdose prevention
The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary introduces its 2026 Women of Dedication
At the luncheon, Auxiliary President Ferol Henkels praised their compassion, commitment, and community impact
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The Country Friends holds its annual holiday tea, themed “Winter Wonderland”
The event included a luncheon, informal modeling, holiday boutique shopping, opportunity drawing prizes, and more
FACE Foundation hosts its 14th Annual Dog-Friendly Golf Tournament
FACE Foundation’s 14th Annual Dog-Friendly Golf Tournament treated players to a lively day on the course with their furry friends, followed by dinner, drinks, an exclusive auction, and a celebratory awards ceremony — all in support of FACE’s lifesaving programs. Hosted by Cini and Ira Robb, golfers enjoyed a friendly yet competitive round with their…
Guests hop back in time for a spirited evening benefiting America’s Finest
Proceeds benefited the San Diego Police Foundation in its mission to create a safer San Diego and support the San Diego Police Department
Beach & Country Guild hosts its 56th annual Dia del Sol luncheon
Co-chaired by Kristin Baldi and Cathy Miller, the event featured guest speaker RJ Mitte, actor and star of Breaking Bad
Wine D’Vine 2025 returns with a spotlight on philanthropy
Hosted at the Solana Beach home of renowned chef Jeffrey Strauss with sweeping ocean views and gourmet pairings
The Arc of San Diego’s annual Winter Wonderland Fashion Show & Luncheon takes place
This year’s theme, “Shimmer & Glimmer,” delivered a celebration of fashion, philanthropy, and holiday cheer
CAPS Pregnancy+ Medical Clinics hosts its 19th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
The tournament helped raise vital support for CAPS’ mission of serving more than 1,500 women and couples annually
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Kraemer Endowment Foundation Annual Dinner is held in support of St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center
Located in El Cajon, St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center provides a wide range of educational and vocational programs for more than 400 adults
Rancho Coastal Humane Society’s Celebration of Second Chances takes place at Del Mar Country Club
RCHS President and CEO Judi Sanzo revealed the shelter’s new logo featuring a human hand holding a paw
The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego hosts The Gala: Horizons
Attendees enjoyed specialty bites and cocktails before savoring a curated dinner by Chef Tim Kolanko of Urban Kitchen Group
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ArtWalk Carlsbad
ArtWalk Carlsbad returns for its seventh year, bringing more than 150 artists from across the U.S. and Mexico to an ocean-view setting above The Flower Fields.
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La Valle Coastal Club
River Valley Fest
San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy celebrates its 40th anniversary at River Valley Fest, an evening dedicated to protecting, restoring, and celebrating one of San Diego County’s treasured natural resources.
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La Jolla Country Club
Lives Transformed Gala
Lives Transformed hosts an inspiring evening dedicated to restoring hope, dignity, and opportunity for vulnerable individuals and families in Nigeria.
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Multiple Del Mar Venues
Surf Del Mar Festival
Presented by the Del Mar Historical Society, the inaugural Surf Del Mar Festival celebrates the sport, culture, and rich surfing heritage of Del Mar and the surrounding communities with four days of films, live music, art, photography, author talks, panel discussions, historical exhibits, and special gatherings featuring legendary surfers, storytellers, artists, and filmmakers.
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Monarch School
Raise Up: Together We Thrive
Monarch School Project presents Raise Up: Together We Thrive, its premier annual event celebrating hope, community, and the bright futures of Monarch students.
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Park Hyatt Aviara
57th Annual Dia Del Sol: “Wicked for Good”
The Beach & Country Guild presents its 57th Annual Dia Del Sol, themed “Wicked for Good,” an enchanting afternoon of community, generosity, and philanthropy.
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Town & Country Resort
Autism Society San Diego Diamond Anniversary Gala
Autism Society San Diego will host a sparkling evening celebrating 60 years of connection, inclusion, and impact in the San Diego autism community.
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Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Illumination Gala
Sanford Burnham Prebys celebrates 50 years of scientific discovery at its Illumination Gala, an elegant evening honoring five decades of achievement and the visionary scientists, philanthropists, and partners who have advanced the institute’s mission.