We are thrilled to announce our annual Winter Wonderland Fashion Show & Luncheon, on Friday, December 6, 2024! This year’s enchanting theme, “Marching Into the Holidays; A Nutcracker Extravaganza,” promises a spectacular celebration of fashion, festivity, and philanthropy.

Renowned style personality Leonard Simpson will present an exquisite runway show. Guests will enjoy a delightful holiday shopping boutique and a silent auction, with all proceeds supporting The Arc of San Diego’s life-changing programs for individuals with disabilities.

The 31st Annual Gingerbread City Gala on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at the San Diego Natural History Museum. 

This festive event features our nationally recognized gingerbread competition, live and silent auctions, interactive museum exhibits, in addition to a dinner and awards program.

This event brings together the area's most influential community advocates, leaders, medical experts and philanthropists to generate critical funding to support our mission. Our gingerbread competition brings media coverage throughout the region.

We invite you to join us in celebration of our 70th year of service to the San Diego community as an attendee, auction donor, sponsor or underwriter.  Thank you for your support!

Please join La Jolla Music Society for an enchanting evening at our WinterFest Gala “Fantasy Under the Sea.” Immerse yourself in a magical underwater fantasy world filled with delightful culinary experiences atop Symphony Towers at the University Club. 

You will enjoy an unforgettable performance featuring the London Symphony Orchestra and international superstar Yunchan Lim, who will be making his San Diego debut. This gala promises to be a highlight of the season, offering guests an opportunity to enjoy a night of elegance and fun while supporting La Jolla Music Society’s Learning and Engagement programs, which reach 11,000 school children and adults in multiple locations throughout San Diego County every year.

We encourage you to support our programs with our sponsorship opportunities below. Sponsors and those making charitable donations of $2,500 per person or $5,000 or more per household will also be invited to a private Sponsor Party next Spring.

We hope you will join us for an evening that combines exquisite music, fine dining, and a commitment to enriching our community through the arts.

With sincere thanks,

Susan Hoehn,

WinterFest Gala Chair

We know health is personal – it’s about more than just numbers and tests, it’s about your physical, mental and emotional well-being. It’s about you. Go Red for Women is championing better health and well-being for all women, helping them live their best lives through every age, stage, and season.

More than 44% of women ages 20 and older are living with some form of cardiovascular disease. The good news: women have the best resource – each other. Women have the power to help each other. To support each other. To teach each other. To empower each other. And we're on a mission to make sure no woman has to go it alone.

The Go Red for Women event experience focuses on connection and engagement, fostering an atmosphere of interaction and networking at every turn. We will celebrate the power of women banding together and the joy of spending time with fellow champions of our mission. The event will include education and experiences that can help improve your health and well-being and that of the women you know and love.

Join us at the 59th Women of Dedication luncheon to honor the amazing 2025 Women of Dedication Honorees for their commitment and devotion to serving San Diego.

Valerie Attisha                       Paula Cordeiro                    Susan Davey               Julie Dubick

Kim Folsom                            Fabienne Hanks                  Kristie Bruce Lane      Deanna Mackey         

Colleen Peterson                   Susan Polizzotto                 Linda Spuck                Janean Stripe 

We will also award Judy Brucker, The Peggy Matthews Legacy Award, for her decades of service to our community and The Salvation Army's mission. We will recognize, Honorary Chairs, Betty Brayshay, Joan Henkelmann, Fern Murphy and Pattie Wellborn for their years of service and philanthropy to The Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary and so many organizations in San Diego.

During the event after our live auction, you will learn more about The Salvation Army and the programs that we support. Your participation in the paddle raise will help The Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary to provide much needed support to those who are seeking assistance.

As you may know, The Salvation Army is committed to serving those in need without discrimination, and with your generosity, together we can make San Diego beacon of hope for those who are suffering. Be a part of the solution and join the community in helping to provide assistance to those who are so desperately in need. Thank you for being dedicated to serving others.

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina - Grand Ballroom

10:30am - Registration and Boutique Shopping

11:45am - Ballroom Opens

12pm - Luncheon Begins

Live Auction, Paddle Raise and Presentation of Honorees

1:30pm - Luncheon Ends

2025 Opera Ball for All

Saturday, April 5, 2025

6:00 pm

Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine

Darlene Marcos Shiley, Honorary Chair

Veronica and Miguel Leff, Opera Ball for All Chairs

In tribute to the past chairs of San Diego Opera galas throughout the decades
In support of San Diego Opera’s artistic and learning and engagement programs

Cocktail and Champagne Reception
Dinner
Dancing and Delights

And join us at “Café Momus” — a French-inspired discothèque after-party with bistro snacks and bar, included in your event ticket (Café Momus ticket only: $100)

Mark your calendar for an extraordinary evening on May 15, 2025 as we celebrate San Diego’s premier businessmen and distinguished career professionals. 

Choose one of the many options available and join as a Helmsmen in the May/June issue of Discover Magazines, a top Google-ranked "Luxury Magazine San Diego" listing. 

Secure a prominent place on the Front or Back Cover, or choose from exclusive opportunities as a Participant, Sponsor, or Vendor. 

This remarkable event promises live musical performances, an array of gourmet hors d’oeuvres, fashionable vendors, and a hosted wine, tequila, and whiskey bar—plus a wealth of exciting give-away prizes! 

Join us for an unforgettable night filled with vibrant celebration, top-tier networking, and endless possibilities.

The evening will be in celebration to honor all Helmsmen 2025 participants, all of whom will be introduced during the presentation of awards.