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Escondido
Sunday, April 20th, 2025
Good morning, Escondido. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, dozens gathered at Grape Day Park for Escondido’s first Indigenous Culture and Art Festival organized by the city and the San Pasqual Band of Kumeyaay Indians — the event featured food stands, art vendors, and calls to empower native youth through cultural education. City Councilmember Judy Fitzgerald said the festival honored indigenous traditions and signaled plans for more events in the future, with support including $10,000 from the band and nearly $62,000 from the council. NBC San Diego
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ California’s top elected education official spoke with Politically Speaking host Joey Safchik about the state taking steps to prepare for changes in federal funding—Escondido’s mayor said he is not yet satisfied with his city’s progress on homelessness. NBC San Diego
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday night, the Padres lost a 3-2 game in Houston as leadoff walks hurt their plan and Fernando Tatis Jr. hit a strong home run to give them a 2-0 lead before the Astros scored late. The team now tries to avoid a sweep when Dylan Cease pitches tonight—focusing on fixing their pitching errors. NBC San Diego
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Wings of Hope Butterfly Release
1:30-3:30 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Free event — Release butterflies, enjoy live music, and listen to uplifting messages from the grief support team while savoring sweet treats.
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Carmen by City Ballet of San Diego
2:00 – 3:30 PM — The Centre — Tickets $46.80 – $142.80 — Experience the dramatic storytelling of Carmen through stunning ballet performances.
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Old Escondido Mother's Day Home Tour
6-11 p.m. — 329 E 7th Ave, Escondido — $30 pre-purchase, $35 at door — Explore five historic homes and enjoy refreshments in a charming Mother’s Day tradition.
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They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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