Friday, April 8
Palm Springs White Party: Jeffrey Sanker hosts the Palm Springs White Party from Fri., April 8 to Mon., April 11. The festivities begin on Friday, April 8 with Spring Break Pool Party, featuring DJ Michael Paul, at the Renaissance Hotel (RH) from noon to 6 p.m. The pool party is followed by Boxers and Briefs Boot Camp Party at RH at 9 p.m. with live performances by Zoe Badwi and more. The party continues on Sat., April 9 with the Spring Break Pool Party Concert Series at RH at 10 a.m. with performances by iSquare, Eva and more. The official White Party starts at 9 p.m. at the Palm Springs Convention Center with a performance by Robyn. Nocturnal After Hours party follows the official party at RH at 4 a.m. Sunday begins with a final Spring Break Pool Party at RH at 10 a.m. and Sunday Tea Dance at The Abbey at 3 p.m., featuring Charo and other special guests. The party ends with Closing Party at RH from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m., featuring Wynter Gordon and Natalia Kills. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit jeffreysanker.com.

Saturday, April 9
Easter egg decorating: Balboa Park’s Japanese Friendship Garden presents a Japanese Egg decorating class from 10 a.m. to noon. Instructor Laura Breen will teach guests how to use origami paper to create Easter eggs. Join this workshop to create a basket of Easter eggs to take home to family and friends. Admission is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. The Japanese Friendship Garden is located at 2215 Pan American Plaza in Balboa Park. For more information, call (619) 232-2721 or visit alturl.com/u75te.

Baskets and Bikes for Tots: Imperial Court de San Diego hosts Baskets and Bikes for Tots at the Redwing Bar and Grill from 5 to 9 p.m. The fundraiser event will accept Easter baskets or bike donations for its annual Easter egg hunt. Enjoy a night of Jell-O shots and entertainment by Emcee Selena Diamond. Attendees will get a chance to win raffle prizes and buy gifts at the event’s auction. The Redwing Bar and Grill is located at 4012 30th St. in North Park. For more information, visit imperialcourtsandiego.com.

“The Lieutenant of Inishmore:” ion theatre presents “The Lieutenant of Inishmore” at 4 and 8 p.m. The comedy follows an Irish hit-man on a quest to avenge his cat’s death. The show contains graphic scenes and strong language and is for mature audiences only. Tickets range from $25 to $29. The ion theatre is located at 3704 6th Ave. in Hillcrest. For more information, call (619) 600-5020 or visit alturl.com/kt8xo.

Saturday, April 16
Taste of Hillcrest: Get ready to experience this year’s most tantalizing taste event, Taste of Hillcrest from noon to 4 p.m. Enjoy a self-guided stroll that will take you to some of the top chefs in San Diego, who are preparing their best dishes especially for you! From scrumptious appetizers to delectable desserts, come prepared to please your appetite. With samples created from more than 40 of the area’s prominent restaurants, you are sure to find a new takeout favorite or dining hotspot. Once you’ve had your fill of savory dishes, take a break from the action to stop into over a dozen of the neighborhood’s surrounding shops participating in the second annual Sidewalk Sale, offering participants a variety of exclusive discounts and promotions. Tickets to the Taste of Hillcrest are $30 in advance and $35 day of the event. Proceeds benefit the Hillcrest Business Association. For more information, please call the Hillcrest Business Association at (619) 299-3330, or call McFarPromotions, Inc. at (619) 233-5008, or visit fabuloushillcrest.com.

Transgender support group meeting: The San Diego LGBT Community Center’s Transgender support group, E.A.G.E.R., will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The discussion is for transgender and trans-questioning adults and is an 18 and up event. E.A.G.E.R uses media clips, movies and art projects to bring about discussion on issues facing the transgender community. The event is free. The Center is located at 3909 Centre St. For more information, visit alturl. com/mf7pg.

Sunday, April 17
Bus trip to Long Beach: Join San Diego Eagle for a bus trip to Long Beach starting from 1 p.m. to midnight. The route will go from San Diego to Long Beach bar’s Mineshaft, Crest Bar and Pistons Bar. Enjoy a fully stocked bar and a complementary KFC lunch. Tickets will be $45. San Diego Eagle is a gay dive bar specializing in leather fetish and is located at 3040 North Park Way. For more information, call the San Diego Eagle at (619) 295- 8072 or visit sandiegoeagle.com.

Wednesday, April 20
Around the World: The Center presents Lunch and Learn series presentation Around the World from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) staff member Cara Goger will share 25 international slides from the museum’s permanent collection in The Center’s library. RSVP by April 18 to receive a light lunch. To RSVP, contact seniors@thecentersd.org or call (619) 692-2077. The Center is located at 3909 Center St. For more information, visit alturl.com/ryct3.

Thursday, April 21
Bears San Diego dinner: Bears San Diego will host a dinner at Brian’s American Eatery from 7 to 9 p.m. The event is for bears and bear fanciers to get a chance to mix and mingle in a casual atmosphere. Bears San Diego is both a fundraising organization and a social club geared toward gays who don’t fit with the mainstream. Patrons with a Bear San Diego membership card will receive at 10 percent discount on their dinner. Brian’s American Eatery is located on 1451 Washington St. For more information, visit alturl.com/d4cso or call (619) 364-6893.

Cabaret Mixer: The Cygnet Theatre and the Greater San Diego Business Association present Cabaret Mixer at Old Town’s Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, socializing and networking. Patrons will get a chance to meet Cabaret cast members and take a tour of the Cygnet Theatre. There will also be an optional Cabaret performance at the theatre. The mixer is a 21-and-up event. Tickets are $10 for members and $25 for guests. When ordering tickets, enter or mention code: GSDBANITE. For more information, visit alturl.com/33nv6 or call (619) 337-1525.