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LILIAN J. RICE: PHOTO COURTESY OF THE RANCHO SANTA FE HISTORICAL SOCIETY WINTERFEST: PHOTO BY ANDREW ECCLES Celebrating Lilian J. Rice FEBRUARY 12 | THE INN AT RANCHO SANTA FE Join the Women's Museum of California at a benefit reception and luncheon in honor of renowned architect Lilian J. Rice, credited with designing Rancho Santa Fe, one of the first master- planned communities in California. Keynote speaker is Diane Y. Welch, Rice's official biographer and author of two books about the architect. The event includes a wine reception and lunch at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, the first building designed by Rice in the 1920s. Attendees will receive a copy of Welch's book Lilian J. Rice, Architect of Rancho Santa Fe, California. Funds raised will benefit the Women's Museum of California, now located at the San Diego History Center in Balboa Park, dedicated to educating and inspiring present and future generations about the experiences and contributions of diverse women by collecting, preserving, and interpreting their stories. 619.939.5234, womensmuseumca.org Tea by the Sea JANUARY 20 | THE MARINE ROOM St. Madeleine Sophie's Center will host its 11th annual Tea by the Sea from 11am-2pm. Guests will enjoy a light "afternoon tea"-inspired lunch served alongside hors d'oeuvres and champagne. The event will also feature opportunity drawings and live music. All proceeds raised will benefit Sophie's Gallery and art program located in Downtown El Cajon. The art program is currently offered to 400+ SMSC students who are taught a variety of media such as print-making, jewelry-making, painting, charcoal, pastels, fabric arts, and more. Guests are encouraged to dress in their favorite tea-time attire. Honorary chairs are Maureen King, Angel Kleinbub, and Barbara Menard. SMSC serves hundreds of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through nationally recognized, innovative programs. 619.442.5129, ext. 115, events@stmsc.org, teabythesea.org WinterFest Gala FEBRUARY 14 | THE CONRAD PREBYS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Gala chair Mary Ellen Clark and the Board of Directors of La Jolla Music Society present WinterFest Gala, honoring Raffaella and John Belanich and featuring a Valentine's Day celebration of music and romance. A champagne toast, elegant dinner, and paddle raise will be followed by a concert by world-renowned soprano Renée Fleming (photographed) and LJMS' own Inon Barnatan. The evening's proceeds will provide the primary funding for La Jolla Music Society's Learning and Engagement programs, which reach nearly 11,000 school children and adults in multiple locations throughout San Diego County every year. theconrad.org/events/gala Women in Blue FEBRUARY 27 | HILTON SAN DIEGO BAYFRONT The San Diego Police Foundation will convene regional business and community leaders to elevate awareness of the importance of increased gender diversity in policing. At "HERstory," the 13th annual Women in Blue luncheon, Assistant Chief Sandra Albrektsen will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award for her contributions to the Women in Blue initiative and 40 years of service to the San Diego Police Department. "Since the inception of the Women in Blue initiative, SDPD has increased the number of females sworn to nearly 17 percent and, as a result, exceeds the national average of 12 percent. Yet, more effort and awareness are needed to achieve gender parity as police departments operate best when they reflect the communities they serve," says Sara Napoli, President and CEO of the San Diego Police Foundation. Proceeds from the luncheon propel the mission of the SDPF, which includes support for SDPD's peer mentoring program, the Women's Leadership Conference, efforts to recruit more females to the ranks of SDPD, and scholarships to empower rising female officers and inspire the next generation of women in blue. 619.232.2130, womeninblue.org Attend benefits Architect Lilian J. Rice, at left, with employees on The Inn's steps ranchandcoast.com 20 JANUARY 2024 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE Maureen King, Angel Kleinbub, and Barbara Menard