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Saturday, May 5th

_ pm [San Diego]
event: 'Richard Requa Private Lecture and Tour'
Mission Hills home (_; Mission Hills)
iinfo: 619 497-1193 [Mission Hills Heritage]; info@missionhillsheritage.org
detail: Please join Mission Hills Heritage to celebrate National Preservation Month with a lecture by Parker Jackson, a Richard Requa expert, author and speaker, at a Requa 1927 Spanish Revival masterpiece home in Mission Hills. The evening will include Mr. Jackson presenting a lecture and slideshow (with rare Requa home movies) on one of San Diego's greatest architects as well as tours of the home in an intimate setting. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy alfresco fine wine and elegant hor d'oeuvres reception at a historic private home in one of the most beautiful sections of stately Mission Hills. This event will be limited to 35 guests, please reserve early. Tickets: $25 for MHH members, $35 for nonmembers.

10 am- 3 pm [San Diego]
event: 'Mansions-Castles-Haciendas'
College Area homes (_; El Cerrito)
iinfo: 619-757-1303 [College Neighborhoods Foundation]
detail: Don’t miss a chance to visit exotic locations and romantic eras without ever leaving the city! This 2007 Home Tour profiles the graceful and understated community of El Cerrito and some of San Diego’s least known architectural treasures. Discover this unique and engaging central community that has become San Diego’s desired location for young and old, tired of cookie cutter developments. “Mansions, Castles & Haciendas” is unlike any tour you may have experienced. In addition to historical, the tour features unique theme homes, traditional and non-conformist architecture, and diverse styles from many eras. Tickets: $16 through 5-2; $18 at-the-door. More information on-line.