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Julian Union Elementary School District and Mountain Empire Unified School District are some districts closed Wednesday.

Taking place on Saturday, August 12 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., the Downtown Chula Vista Association will completely transform Downtown Chula Vista’s Third Avenue into a lemon-filled oasis. In addition to the many citrus-themed bites and sips, attendees will be treated to two stages of live music, photo opps, a lemon cook-off competition, arts and crafts vendors, a wine and beer garden, and a kids zone for families. This year’s Lemon Festival will be filled with both new and returning activations for the whole community to enjoy. At each hour of the event, there will be a Lemon Squeeze off competition to find out who can squeeze the most lemon juice in a minute. There will also be a Lemon Costume Contest with categories for best dressed adult, child and dog. Along with the new competitions, the return of previous activations such as the Lemon Grove photo opportunity, Tartie the Lemon Character, the Lemon Cook Off and the Lemon Themed Chalk Art will also make a reappearance this year.

Every July, campers, counselors and administrators gather on 84 acres of hilly woods in the woods of western New York state that has been home to a Ukrainian summer camp called “Novyi Sokil” since 1950.

Local advocates have filed a federal complaint alleging hundreds of migrants were kept under inhumane conditions, after the Border Patrol kept them in a makeshift open-air migrant camp in San Ysidro with no food or shelter, for weeks. In other news, as part of the new KPBS series, “Under the Same Roof,” we hear from a family who came together during COVID lockdowns, and never moved out. Plus, our KPBS arts reporter takes us behind the scenes of an immersive theater experience, inspired by Lucha Libre and masked Mexican wrestlers.

Like the Burmese monks’ protests, Fairey saw street art as nonviolent protest.

Artists Dwight Hwang and Oriana Poindexter are proud to present Impressions in Light & Shadow, an exhibition featuring new gyotaku and photo-based prints at Perspectives Space in Encinitas, California. This month-long exhibition highlights the unique beauty and majesty of the giant kelp forest ecosystems off Southern California’s coastline. The reception is free and open to the public with an Eventbrite RSVP. Light appetizers provided by Wrench & Rodent Seabasstropub and wine by Zio Baffa. About the Artists: Dwight Hwang creates classical Japanese gyotaku art and European nature printing. Whether his subject is a fish, plants, birds, or even a person, he pushes not only the art but himself to bring awe, memories, and quiet contemplation to viewers worldwide. Partnered with institutions like NOAA and Patagonia, his work has been exhibited in museums such as the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles, displayed in hospitality such as the Four Seasons Resorts, and showcased in publications including Forbes. Oriana Poindexter is a photographer and marine scientist focused on the intersection of art, science, and marine natural resources. After working for nearly a decade in fisheries science with the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and NOAA Fisheries, she now focuses on the use of photography to help viewers understand the ever-changing natural world. Her work has been featured by the Getty Museum and The Wall Street Journal, and she has created interpretive visual exhibits for the Aquarium of the Pacific and the Birch Aquarium.

Note: The event is currently at capacity, though unused tickets may be released prior to the festival. From the organizers: The sixth Latinx New Play Festival will take place at La Jolla Playhouse, October 27 – 29, 2023. The Latinx New Play Festival expands the presence of Latinx stories and artists on the American stage, and spotlights the broad range of today’s Latinx experience. Four scripts have been selected to be rehearsed and developed at the Playhouse, culminating in a live public reading at the festival. The festival will be free for everyone to attend, and includes a schedule of in-person readings of new works, panel discussions and other events. Produced by Dr. Maria Patrice Amon, the Playhouse’s 2023/2024 Artist-in-Residence, in partnership with La Jolla Playhouse, the Latinx New Play Festival was originally launched in 2016 by San Diego Repertory Theatre. La Jolla Playhouse is delighted to be able to provide this vibrant, important arts event a new home in San Diego. Dates Oct 27 – 29, 2023 Venue Play Development Center, La Jolla Playhouse Google Map | Parking Info About the plays: FRIDAY OCT 27 6 p.m. Artistic and Literary Panel 7 p.m. Manning 9 p.m. Opening Reception SATURDAY OCT 28 Saturday Afternoon 2 p.m. The Jersey Devil is a Papi Chulo 4 p.m. Dramaturgy Panel Dinner break, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. We encourage Matinee attendees to stay on, and Evening attendees to arrive early. On-site food options currently include street vendor Elotes Locos. Saturday Evening 6 p.m. Directors Panel 7 p.m. The Invocation of Selena SUNDAY OCT 29 12 p.m. Local Project Presentation 1 p.m. Scholar Panel 2 p.m. Apple Bottom 4 p.m. Conversation with Playwrights 5 p.m. Closing Reception Related links: La Jolla Playhouse website | Instagram | Facebook

Shipping containers may seem like a sustainable construction material, but are they actually eco-friendly? Many people don't want a heavily-used container — and the energy bills are through the roof.

A work from one of the nation's most prominent Black artists will now be on display to San Diegans, free of charge. Plus, a new book on the overlap between film noir and mixology. Then, recommendations for your next summer romance read.

Ready to shop small and also experience a fun trick-or-treating event for the whole family!? Head on out to the Vista Makers Market & Bar Hop! Products will be a wide variety of handmade goods such as jewelry, knit goods, home decor, art prints, soap, candles and so much more! Find vendors at each of these great locations - all on Keystone way: Dogleg Brewing Co 1347 Keystone Way Suite A Vista, CA 92081 Eppig Brewing Co 1347 Keystone Way C Vista, CA 92081 Helia Brewing Co 1250 Keystone Way Vista, CA 92081 No MLM or direct sales will be present. This event is FREE to attend! You only pay for the items you wish to purchase and the drinks you want to consume. This is a family friendly event, however please note alcohol will be present due to the nature of the venues. If you are 21 or older and choose to drink, please drink responsibly. I ❤️ Indie Markets on Instagram