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Learn to weave a bread basket! Saturday, July 19, from 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Basketry is an ancient art, practiced by many peoples and cultures. Traditional basket makers used readily available materials, such as sweet grass, pine needles, willow, and thin strips of ash or oak. Marsha teaches Appalachian-style basketry which is a functional form of basketry used for everyday activities. Thus, the basket names often reflect their functions, such as Market Basket, Egg Basket, Herb Drying Basket, and others. Wow your friends and enhance your table with a hand woven Bread Basket. This basket is suitable for beginning basket weavers and includes basic weaving skills that you can use for many future projects. You’ll have a choice of colors for the center section and top off your creation with real leather handles. The Bread Basket measures 12” long x 5” wide and 5” high. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. Students: Please bring sturdy scissors and an old towel if you can! • Military, first responders and sibling discounts. • Scholarships available. • Homeschool funds accepted. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” Now, you can see his journey unfold in the stage production of "Shrek the Musical." Carlsbad Community Theatre (CCT) is making the Broadway award-winning musical as the first show of their season. Shrek and his friends will call San Diego their new home – or swamp in the case of Shrek – July 25 - 27! Yes, your favorite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle based on the DreamWorks Oscar®-winning, smash hit, animated film. It is a new kind of love emphasizing the importance of loving ourselves and one another. And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Making the Magic: The show brings three amazing talents together to this incredible production. "Shrek" is directed by Mark Scott, who is noted to have directed over 100 productions and came out of retirement to lead the "Shrek the Musical" team. A beloved drama professor at Rancho Buena Vista High School for over 30 years, Scott is celebrated for the quality of his productions and his lasting impact on thousands of students. His work has earned top honors from state and regional theatre organizations and was inducted into the California Educational Theatre Hall of Fame. Another notable head of the "Shrek" creative team is choreographer Dewey Decking, a highly sought-after talent in San Diego and beyond. He grew up performing in regional theatres across San Diego County, including Moonlight Amphitheatre and Carlsbad Community Theatre. Dewey trained at Dance Arts and later majored in Musical Theatre with a minor in Dance at the Boston Conservatory. One interesting note – Dewey’s grandfather was Carlsbad’s first mayor and namesake of the local airport. The music director for "Shrek" is the notable Lyndon Pugeda, recently honored for his work at La Jolla Playhouse on The Ballad of Johnny and Juliet. Widely respected across Southern California, his credits include The Old Globe, Moonlight Stage Productions, and Riverside City College. Pugeda has earned multiple honors, including a Craig Noel Award nomination and three National Youth Arts Awards. The main stars in the Carlsbad Community Theatre’s "Shrek" production include Shrek (Greg Bailey – from Temecula), Fiona (Kaylen Lash – from Carlsbad), Donkey (TJ Rodriguez – from Carlsbad) and Lord Farquaad (Brian Imoto – from El Cajon). There are 60 talented performers who make up the illustrious cast and hail from all parts of San Diego County as well as Temecula/Riverside County. They are comprised of adult and children/youth performers making up all your beloved characters as well as the fun Fairytale Creatures who you love from the DreamWorks Animation smash hit movie. A full cast list can be found at https://www.carlsbadcommunitytheatre.com/shrek. When on Broadway "Shrek the Musical" won twelve Drama Desk Award and eight Tony Award nominations including best musical. Show Times: • Friday, July 25 at 7 p.m. • Saturday, July 26 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. • Sunday, July 27 at 5 p.m. Tickets: https://www.carlsbadcommunitytheatre.com/shrek $25 (adults) & $18 (children). Discount codes are available. Follow Carlsbad Community Theatre on Facebook. Where: Performing Arts Center at Sage Creek High School 3900 Bobcat Blvd Carlsbad, CA 92010. About Carlsbad Community Theatre: Carlsbad Community Theatre (CCT) has been creating memorable theatre for 42 Years. CCT (Patrons of the Arts Foundation) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) theatre company in North County San Diego and strives to provide educational programming and excellence in performing arts. For more information on CCT, please email, info@carlsbadcommunitytheatre.com.

The Beau Hotel is proud to announce a new name and elevated direction for its signature restaurant and bar: Witherby. More than a rebrand, the change reflects a transformation - what began as a stylish bar quickly evolved into an elegant dining destination. After Chef Robin James launched his California Modern-inspired menu, the team recognized that patrons weren’t just stopping in for a drink - they were staying for the story, the flavors, and the experience. The name Witherby pays homage to the building’s storied past: the original 1886 structure once housed tenant Henry Witherby, the first to lease space in the historic landmark. Today, the name symbolizes a new legacy rooted in tradition and reborn through food. Chef Robin’s menu is personal, drawing on his culinary mentors, family heritage, and global travels. Subtle Mediterranean influences blend seamlessly with the seasonal freshness of California produce, creating thoughtful dishes with layered flavors and unexpected heart. Located in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter, Witherby carries forward the timeless elegance and laid-back luxury of The Beau Hotel. Signature dishes include Braised Pork Shank, Duck Pot Pie, Faroe Islands Salmon with carrot-coconut purée, Stonefruit and Burrata Salad, and Kanpachi Crudo with White Corn Salad, each one telling a story, whether from Chef Robin’s upbringing or a faraway kitchen where he learned a key technique. Guests can enjoy handcrafted cocktails at the original 1886 bar - a preserved showpiece of the space - surrounded by exposed brick from PB&Y Company and warm design elements that infuse the historic structure with modern flair. Classics like the 1886 Old Fashioned, the floral Beau Bloom, and the espresso-forward Night Porter remain staples of the bar’s refined cocktail program. Whether you’re here for breakfast, a sunset cocktail, or a night out downtown, Witherby invites you to dine, sip, and unwind in a space where history and modernity meet with effortless charm. Breakfast Daily 7:30 a.m. - Noon Bar Monday - Thurday, Sunday 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri, Sat 7:30 a.m. - 2 a.m. Small Bites Daily 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Happy Hour Daily 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Dinner Mon-Thu, Sun 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Friday, Saturday 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.Make a reservation For more information, visit www.thebeauhotel.com/bar and follow @TheBeauHotel and @WitherbySD on Instagram.

Learn how to get the most from your colored pencils and explore a variety of techniques, tools and papers to help you achieve stunning results in your drawings! Colored pencils combine the best things from drawing with the best things from painting. In this class, you will learn: how to create highlights and shadows blending fundamentals color scheme fundamentals different styles of drawing with colored pencils how to create realistic art how to capture various textures Students will walk away with a finished drawing or two. NOTE: this class does not go over "how to draw" and focuses on using the materials with color mixing, layering, and blending. We recommend the Exploratory Drawing class. Supply List: $45 materials fee paid directly to the instructor (Leslie will provide what you need for the class) Class Info: Next session: June 5 - July 3 Cost $199 (5 classes) Instructor: Leslie Randall THU PM, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Max 14 students All skill levels welcome Age level: adult (18 & up) Visit: https://www.arton30th.com/colored-pencil.html Art on 30th, San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

"Regency Girls" World premiere musical Book by Jennifer Crittenden and Gabrielle Allan Music by Curtis Moore Lyrics by Amanda Green Directed and choreographed by Josh Rhodes RUNS: April 2 – May 11, 2025, with the official opening night on Thursday, April 10 at the Old Globe Theatre, part of the Globe’s Conrad Prebys Theatre Center in San Diego’s Balboa Park Ticket prices start at $45. In "Regency Girls," Elinor Benton is in a predicament: she’s pregnant, unmarried, and living in 19th-century England. What’s a young woman to do? Facing certain ruin, she gathers up her best friends and sets off on the ultimate road trip to find the one woman who might offer a chance to change her fate. This epic journey, equal parts hilarious and profound, transforms each of them as they make choices about their own futures. Full Schedule: Opening Night: Thursday, April 10 at 7 p.m. Regular Performances: April 11 FRI 8 p.m. April 12 SAT 2 p.m. April 12 SAT 8 p.m. April 13 SUN 2 p.m. April 13 SUN 7 p.m. April 15 TUE 7 p.m. April 16 WED 7 p.m. April 17 THU 7 p.m. April 18 FRI 8 p.m. April 19 SAT 2 p.m. April 19 SAT 8 p.m. April 20 SUN 2 p.m. April 20 SUN 7 p.m. April 22 TUE 7 p.m. April 23 WED 7 p.m. April 24 THU 7 p.m. April 25 FRI 8 p.m. April 26 SAT 2 p.m. April 26 SAT 8 p.m. April 27 SUN 2 p.m. April 27 SUN 7 p.m. April 29 TUE 7 p.m. April 30 WED 2 p.m. April 30 WED 7 p.m. May 1 THU 7 p.m. May 2 FRI 8 p.m. May 3 SAT 2 p.m. May 3 SAT 8 p.m. May 4 SUN 2 p.m. May 9 FRI 8 p.m. May 10 SAT 2 p.m. May 10 SAT 8 p.m. May 11 SUN 2 p.m. (Final Performance)

Join Palomar College's Pride Center for a very special screening of "Mosquita y Mari" followed by an in-person conversation with the film's writer/director Aurora Guerrero! The screening will take place on Palomar College's San Marcos campus on May 8 at 5:30 p.m. Synopsis: This exquisitely crafted coming of age tale follows a pair of Latina teens who fall gradually in love against the backdrop of Southeast Los Angeles. When straight A student Yolanda — aka Mosquita (Fenessa Pineda) decides to help struggling tough girl Mari (Venecia Troncoso) with her homework an intense attraction evolves between the two. As their friendship grows, a yearning to explore their strange yet beautiful connection surfaces. Lost in their private world of unspoken affection, lingering gazes, and heart-felt confessions of uncertain futures, Yolanda’s grades begin to slip while Mari’s focus drifts away from her duties at a new job. Mounting pressures at home collide with their new-found desires thus driving Yolanda and Mari’s relationship to the edge, forcing them to choose between their obligations to others and staying true to each other. RSVP and Learn More

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