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ranchandcoast.com 34 APRIL 2023 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE RITA RUDNER: PHOTO COURTESY OF RITA RUDNER Attend benefits 136th Anniversary Celebration MAY 13 | SAN DIEGO CENTER FOR CHILDREN MAIN CAMPUS The San Diego Center for Children's 136th Anniversary Celebration, titled "At the Heart of the Center," will raise funds to help support programs providing therapeutic and educational services to children and families struggling with mental, emotional, and behavioral health challenges. With Jackie and Jon Greulich serving as honorary chairs, the event will feature exclusive live auction packages, dinner by-the-bite with specialty cocktails, and inspiring performances from Center youth. Rest Haven Children's Health Fund will be honored as the recipient of the Center's 2023 PATH Award, a distinguished and annual acknowledgement of Partners in Achieving Transformation and Hope. San Diego Center for Children has cared for children and strengthened families since its establishment in 1887. centerforchildren.org/celebration Dinner on the Diamond MAY 18 | PETCO PARK It's not just Padres baseball that's electrifying Petco Park this spring. After last year's smashing debut, Dinner on the Diamond is back for a second year with all the stars, ownership, coaches, player alumni, entertainment, and first class fare in a rare opportunity to dine right on the playing field. Last year's event drew nearly 600 guests and generated more than $500,000, benefiting Padres Foundation and its charitable partners. Tables of eight include options to be hosted by a current player or notable Padres alumni. padres.com/dinner Spotlight Gala MAY 21 | PARK HYATT AVIARA RESORT North Coast Repertory Theatre presents the 41st Spotlight Gala, with Laura Applegate and Sarah King serving as co-chairs. The volunteer gala committee is preparing a festive evening for more than 200 guests that will include special entertainment by actress/comedienne Rita Rudner, fine food and wine, and live and silent auctions. At the gala, Darlene Marcos Shiley will be recognized as San Diego's Champion for the Arts. This award is presented to individuals who have given an extraordinary measure of their time, talents, and dedication to benefit visual and performing arts in the San Diego region. 858.481.2155, ext. 210, denise@northcoastrep.org, northcoastrep.org ICA Bright Future Gala 2023 MAY 20 | ICA SAN DIEGO NORTH CAMPUS The Institute of Contemporary Art, San Diego presents its ICA Bright Future Gala, when the entire six-acre Encinitas property will be illuminated with lights powered by its own solar panel system. The campus will be transformed with reflective portals, asking attendees to consider how the changes we make can produce a better world. Doors open at 5pm with a VIP experience featuring a one-of-a-kind performance and hosted bar in the Artist Pavilion. Gala chair Linda Brandes will invite guests to cocktails in the garden followed by a delectable dinner by chefs Jeffrey Strauss and Ron Oliver of Pamplemousse Grille and a lively auction with a shimmering after-party. 760.436.6611, ext. 227, icasandiego.org Rita Rudner Tea & Tonic JUNE 2 | HOTEL DEL CORONADO San Diegans will have the chance to hear Academy Award winner and human rights activist Mira Sorvino speak at Center for Community Solutions' 24th annual Tea & Tonic. CCS' signature fundraising event brings together business and corporate supporters, community and philanthropic leaders, donors, and committed volunteers to raise critical funds to support survivors of relationship and sexual violence and prevent assault. In addition to a brief program featuring Sorvino, the event also features an auction, live music, and plenty of opportunities to mingle. A private VIP reception is included for all sponsors and VIP ticket holders. ccssd.org/tea-tonic Mira Sorvino