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The VVSD Stand Down Resource Event is a transformative two-day outreach event that unites San Diego's community around a shared mission: ensuring every veteran has access to the services and support they have earned. More than 150 service providers, government agencies, nonprofits, and community organizations gather at the Ingram Plaza at Liberty Station Arts District to deliver critical resources in a dignified, welcoming, one-stop-shop environment. This year's event will again extend its reach to active-duty service members and their families, while continuing to serve unhoused and at-risk veterans. VVSD will provide safe overnight accommodation with free transportation to ensure access for all participants. Not only is it a transformative resource event for unhoused and at-risk veterans, it is also our signature annual fundraiser, with sponsorship dollars directly supporting both the Stand Down weekend and VVSD’s life-changing housing, treatment, and supportive programs for veterans and their families throughout the year. For sponsorship information, please contact standdown@vvsd.net Veterans Village of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Calling youth chess enthusiasts! The 8th Annual Youth Chess Tournament will take to take place on Saturday, May 3 at the Coronado Public Library. to take place on Saturday, May 25 at the Coronado Public Library. The tournament, co-sponsored by the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Global Neighborhood Project (GNP), welcomes chess players from the ages of 8 to 18 to showcase their skills and passion for chess. Not only can youth showcase their skills and passion for chess, but they will also have an opportunity to meet Chess Grandmaster Vasif Durarbayli! The GNP is a nonprofit organization that partners with neighborhoods around the world to connect people and cultures. There is no charge to players who want to participate in the event. The free event will run from 12. to 4:30 p.m. Interested participants can register online through the Coronado Public Library’s website at cplevents.org. Coronado Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Shout Studios brings restored 4K versions of "A Better Tomorrow" and "The Killer" back to theaters.

Join the the AFLSE San Diego's Laurel Salon at Mingei's Community Mondays for "Centering Humanity: Daring to Hope for the Middle East," a conversation on the Middle East centered on the humanity of its peoples. This is an opportunity to engage one of the most difficult and consequential subjects in a space designed for developing a deeper understanding and appreciation of our shared humanity. Hosted at Mingei, with two professors, in a salon format rather than a standard panel. A space for reflection, dialogue, and a more human conversation. Details: Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. (Doors at 5:30 p.m.) Mingei International Museum: La Atalaya Theater Entrance: Alcazar Garden Entrance 1439 El Prado Balboa Park San Diego, CA 92101 Centering Humanity: Daring to Hope for the Middle East This salon invites a conversation on the Middle East centered on the humanity of its peoples. At a time when violence and cruelty in the region can give rise to despair, we gather to consider what it means to hope for a dignified life for all. With Dr. Samir Saran, Observer Research Foundation Dr. Farid Abdel-Nour, San Diego State University Dr. Michael Provence, UC San Diego Samir Saran, Samir Saran is President of the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), India’s premier think tank headquartered in New Delhi, with affiliates in North America and the Middle East. His research spans global governance, climate and energy policy, technology, and Indian foreign policy. He curates the Raisina Dialogue — India’s flagship annual platform on geopolitics and geo-economics — and spearheads ORF’s efforts to foster international partnerships and incubate young leaders networks globally. He serves as Chair of the Global Future Council on Geopolitics at the World Economic Forum. His recent books include GeoTechnoGraphy, The New World Disorder and The Indian Imperative, and Pax Sinica. Farid Abdel-Nour, Professor of Political Science at San Diego State University. He is former Department Chair and a founding member of the Center for Islamic and Arabic Studies, which he has directed for multiple terms and will again direct starting in fall 2026. His research and teaching interests are in political theory and Israel/Palestine. His scholarly work focuses on the responsibility that ordinary citizens bear for outcomes brought about by their states. Michael Provence, Professor, Department of History, University of California, San Diego. He earned a PhD in Modern Middle Eastern History from the University of Chicago. He has lived and studied in Syria, Lebanon, Germany, and France. He is the author of The Last Ottoman Generation (2017) and The Great Syrian Revolt (2005), both translated and widely reviewed in Arabic and Turkish, as well as many articles on the late Ottoman and colonial Middle East of the early twentieth century. Hosted by: The Alumni & Friends of the London School of Economics San Diego Chapter Presented by: Amanda Toombs Thindu Wijesooriya There is no cost to this event, but registration is required. RSVP on the AFLSE registration page: https://www.aflse.org/article.html?aid=3767 Contact sandiego@aflse.org for more details.

Cowboy gypsy bebop crawl with The Garners! This modern vintage duo embraces gypsy jazz, 1920s and 1930s jazz, blues, and folk. Raggedly sophisticated, The Garners’ mysterious sweetness will entrance even the most immovable listener. Lorelei, on vocals and ukulele, is a classically trained vocalist who fell in love with swing jazz and Americana. Jon, on vocals and guitar, is a certified jazz nerd having fallen in love with Billie Holiday, Lester Young, and Charlie Christian at the age of sixteen. With Lorelei on tenor uke, Jon on gypsy guitar, and both singing from the deep wells of their booming hearts, their music will transport you back when times were harder, but the good times were more colorful, vibrant, and bold. The Garners on Facebook / Instagram

Located in the heart of the Oceanside Cultural District, OMA invites you to step into the Museum for a drink, enjoy a docent-led tour of our current exhibitions, and explore local artists and makers featured in The Museum Store and on our Terrace. From handcrafted goods to creative inspiration, OMA is proud to be a vibrant partner with Oceanside Art Walk to connect our community through art. Bring your family, meet new friends, and enjoy an evening designed for all ages. Street Level x Art Walk is free for all guests. Drink tickets are available for purchase; guests 21+ wishing to purchase alcoholic beverages must present a valid ID. Ticket Prices: Free Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Hangar 76 OMA Artist Alliance members and their guests are invited to gather each month for a lively social meetup hosted in San Diego and North County. These informal get-togethers offer a relaxed opportunity to connect with fellow artists, share ideas, and build community while exploring a range of hotspots across the region. Whether you’re catching up with familiar faces or meeting someone new, each gathering encourages conversation, collaboration, and camaraderie within the Artist Alliance network. This is a no-host event, attendees are welcome to purchase their own food and beverages. Ticket Prices: Artist Alliance Member: Free Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Gather with friends in an artistic space designed to amplify your creative side. Join arts educator Robin Douglas, as we dip our toes into the work of celebrated artists over drinks and nibbles, followed by a rapid demonstration of their styles. You’ll then be guided to interpret these artists and create your own singular, spectacular work of art. We’ll help you express your unique style and ensure you have a blast doing it. Matisse and His Charming Cut-Out Collages Channel Matisse at this workshop where you will use beautiful and organic shapes cut from brilliant Color Aid paper. Arrange and rearrange each of your shapes before adhering them to a sturdy background, ready for framing. Your very own original work of art! All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun! Ticket Prices: Adult: $65 Member: $50 Space is limited. Register today! Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is refilling after President Trump had it painted "American flag blue." Some visitors say the results of the project — which reportedly cost millions — are subtle.

Get ready for a week of creativity, curiosity, and happy, paint-splattered hands. At Oceanside Museum of Art’s Summer Art Camp, kids get to spend their days making art, exploring ideas, and learning from our Gallery Educators in a welcoming Museum setting. TWO UNIQUE WEEKS: SIGN UP FOR ONE OR BOTH! LIMITED TO 25 SPOTS PER WEEK! June 15–19, 2026 | 9 a.m.– 3 p.m. June 22–26, 2026 | 9 a.m.–3 p.m. While both weeks visit the same exhibitions and explore similar big ideas, no two weeks are the same! Projects, subjects, and materials shift each week, so returning campers will enjoy fresh challenges. This allows returning campers to deepen their skills while creating entirely new artwork! WHAT TO EXPECT Campers will learn foundational art skills like drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpting, and mixed media while also building confidence, problem-solving skills, and creative independence. Activities include drawing cartoons with a professional cartoon artist, designing and building cardboard “automatic machines” inspired by the "Aaron Kramer: Sense of Wonder" exhibition, creating custom prints on tote bags inspired by the "Matrix Multiplied: Hybrid Approaches to Printmaking exhibition," plein air watercolor painting, collaborative mural-making, beach sketching, mixed media collage, and more. Beyond art techniques, campers practice observation, creative thinking, collaboration, and expressing their ideas visually. OMA's galleries are our inspiration labs, and every project encourages experimentation and trying something new (there’s no “right way” here!) Each day includes a walk to the Oceanside Public Library (OPL) where free lunch is provided by the Lunch at the Library program if needed, otherwise kids can bring their lunch from home. OPL is our favorite neighbor and a great place to reset before heading back to the studio. WAYS TO SAVE Early bird sign ups are available for non-member registrants to save 10% using coupon code "OMAEARLYBIRD" before March 16*. Active OMA Members save EVEN MORE with 20% OFF Summer Art Camp registration, just enter your member email when registering! Learn more about OMA membership here. *Early bird 10% off coupon code offer ends March 16, 2026. Members save 20% off registration through June 2026. Offers cannot be combined. Space is limited to 25 campers per week. Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram