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San Diego’s biggest outdoor vegan market. Presented by Viridian Productions and A Way Home For Dogs on the 2nd Saturday of every month.Live DJ | Family-Friendly | Dogs Allowed | Free ParkingEnjoy an incredible selection of food and drinks, with over 50 vendors including Pizza, Burgers, Sushi, Donuts, Chick’n Sandwiches, Dumplings, Loaded Fries, Gyros, Tamales, Wings, Noodles, Churros and so much more.SPECIAL EVENT: San Diego Super Adoption at the North Park Vegan MarketJoin local rescues and shelters to meet adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. Connect with local organizations that are making a difference and learn about volunteer opportunities, fostering and other ways to help homeless animals in San Diego. This special event will be happening in the North Park Mini Park during the North Park Vegan Market.The North Park Vegan Market is located next to the North Park Mini Park, a great place to meet up with your favorite people to enjoy a day of food and fun. This spacious plaza features seating, gardens and a playground. Vendors are set up on 29th St and both sides of North Park Way between 30th St and Granada Ave.Stop by the A Way Home For Dogs booth to meet adoptable pups and to learn about fostering and other volunteer opportunities.This is a rain or shine event.PARKING: There is a 6-story parking garage on 29th St and North Park Way. Additionally, there is free street parking nearby.Vegan Food Popup Events by Viridian Productions are free monthly markets that showcase the best plant-based food in SoCal, featuring a rotating lineup of diverse vendors from San Diego, Orange County and LA.Viridian Productions on Facebook / Instagram

Opening Reception: Saturday, May 24, 5–7 p.m.May 24–June 14, 2025AAC ART STUDIO2025 STUDENT EXHIBITION AT THE AAC ART STUDIOSUBMIT ENTRY HERE: https://zfrmz.com/LZgvXCSg1iMKRWVuae5YThe Student Exhibition will include works by students who have completed a class at the Athenaeum School of the Arts during the last two years. Artwork entries for this exhibition will be accepted between Monday, March 3–Friday, May 9, 2025. Each artist may enter up to one (1) artwork for this exhibition. Artists will be notified via email after May 12.CALL FOR ENTRIES OPEN MARCH 3–MAY 9, 2025CRITERIAArtists: Must have completed a class at the Athenaeum School of the Arts or PEEC program within the past two years.Media: Maximum one (1) work/image per artist (jpegs, no larger than 2 MB). 2-D and 3-D media. Work must be ready-to-hang and may not exceed 60 inches in width or height.Date: Artwork must have been completed within the past 2 years. Deadline to Enter: Friday, May 9, 2025 by 11:59 p.m. PDTArtwork Drop-off: between 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sunday, May 18 and Monday, May 19 at the Athenaeum Art Center, 1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113.For inquiries regarding artwork drop-off or installation please feel free to contact:Maura Walters, Director, School of the Arts // mwalters@ljathenaeum.orgJocelyn Saucedo Larson, Exhibitions Liaison // jsaucedo@ljathenaeum.orgChris Padilla, Assistant Director, Athenaeum Art Center // cpadilla@ljathenaeum.orgThe Athenaeum holds several student and teacher exhibition events each year. The exhibition can be viewed in the AAC Art Studio at the Athenaeum Art Center (1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113) during open gallery hours, Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and every second Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m., during the Barrio Art Crawl, and by appointment.

To Honor Mental Health Week 2025, Oceanside International Film Festival invites the artistic communities of Oceanside & Beyond to attend "THE ROAD BACK': A Mental Health Film Series for the Mind, Body & Soul. This Special Film Showcase In-Partnership with the Oceanside Theatre Company Celebrates the Vital Role of the Arts in the Healing Process, Mental Well-Being and the Resilience of the Soul. As well as the importance of having a Community Base in doing so.This 80 Minute Showcase is to be followed by a Q&A Panel Discussion and features the following short films:"ALONE TOGETHER" - After breaking off their budding relationship, Julian and Devon struggle to return to their lonely lives apart. With a unique storytelling device, the audience is able to view two characters' stories at once. Directed by Erin Martinez | San Diego, CA | Narrative Short | 7 Minutes"SEEN AGAIN" - A troubled man, trying to make sense of his life while driving through the Arizona desert, encounters difficult memories from his past that appear as a storm of personal objects falling from the sky. This experimental, hand-drawn and collage, 2-D animation explores the power of memory as manifested through objects from our past. Directed by Peter Murphy | Rochester, NY | Animation | 10 Minutes"WILD SEA" - "Wild Sea" delves into the life of Jeff Allen, a trailblazing figure in the world of Sea Kayaking. The film traces Jeff's journey from his formative years to his role as one of the foremost Sea Kayak guides and coaches of our time. As we accompany Jeff on his odyssey, we are immersed in the depths of his past, including his experiences in the military and are granted access to his own personal traumas. The film illuminates the transformative power of the sea as Jeff finds purpose and healing through his connection with the ocean. In particular, his 2004 Japan circumnavigation serves as a poignant testament to the cathartic influence of the ocean environment on his life. Directed by Tom Vetterl | Germany | Documentary | 14 Minutes"OCEAN STATE OF MIND" - As adulthood brings increasing complexity, Rhode island surfer Curtis Perdue finds space for his mental health in the icy waters of New England. With a deep love for the ocean instilled by his late father, Curtis aims to inspire lifelong passions in his own children and pass down a legacy of stoke. Directed by Danny Hardesty | Auburn, MA | Documentary | 4 Minutes"RESURRECTION ARTIST" - If you died and came back, what would your art look like? Matthew, a doctor and artist drowns during a bodysurfing accident, 10 minutes later he is resuscitated by strangers but is paralyzed from the neck down. After surgery and rehabilitation, he walks out of the hospital. Once home, he must navigate a return to life with a changed body. Matthew explores the significance of his harrowing death experience through creating art, mounts a comeback to his work as an ER doctor, and sets an audacious goal to surf within a year of his death experience. Directed by Scott Fitzloff | San Francisco, CA | Documentary | 22 Minutes"LAST CALL" - "Last Call" tells the story of Kate (Lindsay Duncan), a desperate mother who is trying to reconnect with her son(Tom Holland). Navigating an obvious void, Kate will finally have the chance to ask the questions that have haunted her past and will decide her future. A meditative perspective on the complexity of depression and grief and search for understanding and absolution. Directed by Harry Holland | United Kingdom | Narrative Short | 19 Minutes

"Regency Girls"World premiere musicalBook by Jennifer Crittenden and Gabrielle AllanMusic by Curtis MooreLyrics by Amanda GreenDirected and choreographed by Josh RhodesRUNS: 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 ParkTicket 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)

Learn the Art of Intarsia Woodworking!Saturday, May 10 or August 16, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.Join us in the woodshop for this 5-hour intarsia woodworking workshop!Intarsia is a woodworking technique that involves the use of varied shapes of wood to create an image or pattern. In this class, we will cover shop safety and how to use a scroll saw, as well as best practices for sanding and finishing.Students will choose from a template to transfer to their wood, creating a mosaic-like decorative wall piece. Template options will be provided, and may be altered and edited based on skill level.At the end of the workshop, each student will leave with their own intarsia project.Materials are provided. We recommend students bring their own eye protection, ear protection & apron, but we have some for borrow if needed. Aprons for sale here.No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. Students are welcome to bring a lunch or snack for a break mid-class.• Military & first responders discounts• Scholarships available• 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.Visit: Woodworking l Scroll Saw Skills & Intarsia San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Richard Blade presents: Lost 80's Live, including performances by A Flock of Seagulls, Big Country, General Public, The Vapors, Belouis Some, China Crisis, The Circle Works and more! At Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre on August 21.Lost 80's Live on Facebook / Instagram

The North Coast Symphony Orchestra presents "Voices of Spring", a program of operatic favorites, on Saturday, May 17 at 2:30 p.m. at the San Dieguito United Methodist Church, 170 Calle Magdelena, Encinitas. The performance features Katherine Polit (soprano), Sarah-Nicole Ruddy-Carter (mezzo soprano), Aaron Humble (tenor), and Michael Sokol (baritone) and includes selections from operas by Delibes, Saint-Saens, Donizetti, Verdi, Offenbach, and Wagner. The orchestra will also premiere the orchestrated version of “A Long Trip,” a 17-minute opera by its conductor Jordan Kuspa. Visit: https://www.northcoastsymphony.com/concertstickets.htmlNorth Coast Symphony Orchestra on Facebook

Jorge Mendoza Unveils "Everything is Energy” a Solo Exhibit at the Mandell Weiss GalleryOpening May 2, 2025, running through September 5, 2025San Diego, CA — "Everything is energy."Born in Mexico City (CDMX) and raised in Santa Cruz, California, Jorge Mendoza is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans borders and mediums. Over the past 12 years, he has lived and worked in San Diego and Tijuana, expanding his artistic practice through screen printing, woodcuts, ceramics, installation, sign painting, murals, photography, art organizing, and curating. As a largely self-taught artist, Jorge embraces exploration, experimentation, and lifelong learning, continuously evolving through travel and new creative experiences.His artistic reach extends from San Francisco to Todos Santos, Baja California, and throughout Mexico City. His latest exhibition delves into the unseen, posing the question: How can we visualize what we cannot see? Through experimental mixed media, and layers of acrylic and oil on canvas, Jorge seeks to capture invisible forces, translating raw energy into tangible, evocative art. The exhibition also features a video installation—a compilation of short films documenting the creation of his murals.Currently, Jorge is in residence in Tijuana, where he hosts creative gatherings, welcoming visitors to experience his work and engage with the vibrant cultural landscape of the city.The "Everything is Energy" opening will be an immersive event featuring an event collaboration with the San Diego Ballet, celebrating its 35th season. Free to the public, this grand spectacle will blend Mendoza’s visionary art with live ballet performances at 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM, offering a unique fusion of visual art and dance. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening where two art forms converge to create a truly extraordinary experience.Visit: https://libertystation.com/do/everything-is-energy-jorge-mendozas-solo-exhibitionJorge Mendoza on Instagram

May 1 - 4Hours:Thursday: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.Friday: 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.Saturday: 2 p.m. - 11 p.m.Sunday: 2 p.m. - 10 p.m.Location:D. M. Memorial Rec Ctr. & Park (Corner of Ocean View Blvd & S. 30th Street)Address:2975 Ocean View BlvdSan Diego, CA. 92113Additional info:- 14 Family amusement rides, games & great carnival eats.- Opening night ride special - $2 each ride.- $2 entrance fee (12 yrs & under, free)- Daily unlimited ride wristband special: $45 each.Visit: https://allevents.in/san%20diego/memorial-community-park-cinco-de-mayo-carnival/200027861598319

Shelter to Soldier, in proud partnership with Foundation for Women Warriors, is excited to announce its third annual Sisterhood of Service event, presented by L’Auberge Del Mar. Taking place on Thursday, May 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the beautiful L’Auberge Del Mar (1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014), this event is a heartfelt celebration recognizing the strength, resilience, and service of women veterans and active-duty military women. Created to foster connection, empowerment, and community, Sisterhood of Service provides a welcoming space for women who have served, and continue to serve, our country. The day will begin with an all-levels yoga session, followed by refreshments, networking opportunities, and access to resources tailored to the needs of women veterans. Attendees will also enjoy a catered lunch, hear from an inspirational guest speaker, and participate in an interactive goal-setting workshop. Admission is free for women veterans and active-duty military members, but an RSVP is required. To learn more or to register, please visit: https://www.sheltertosoldier.org/event/women-veterans-event-sisterhood-in-service/. About Shelter to Soldier: Shelter to Soldier is a nonprofit organization that adopts dogs from local shelters and trains them to become service dogs for post 9/11 veterans suffering from PTSD, TBI, Military Sexual Trauma, and or other injuries associated with traumatic service experiences. The program also places emotional support animals (ESAs) with active-duty military and veterans, as well as deploys the Shelter to Soldier Canine Ambassadors, a team of therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers, to provide visits of love and comfort to local military, veterans, and their families. For more information, please visit: https://www.sheltertosoldier.org/. About Foundation for Women Warriors: Foundation for Women Warriors is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to serve women veterans and their children so that their next mission is clear and continues to impact the world. Our programs prevent homelessness and enhance the personal and economic wellbeing of women veterans by addressing the growing needs of the increasing population of military women transitioning to civilian life.  Visit: https://foundationforwomenwarriors.org/ Shelter to Soldier on Facebook / InstagramFoundation for Women Warriors on Facebook / Instagram