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Concert tickets have skyrocketed since the pandemic, and live music venues and artists are beholden to booking agents and ticketing platforms calling the shots. Even amid antitrust suits against Live Nation and Ticketmaster, fans can take steps to hang on to affordable shows.

Get ready to dance as you move to the tunes of The New Cattilacs on Sunday, June 21, from 5-7 p.m. Car Club display by the Classics Car Club. Free hammer-shaped bookmark craft activity for kids, along with balloon sculptures and temporary glitter tattoos. Visit: https://shopvillagewalk.com/special-events/ The New Cattilacs on Facebook

SEEK FEST is a one-day San Diego music, art, and craft beer mini-festival presented by the San Diego Music & Art Company, The Blank Slate, and Seek Beer Company. The event brings together a wide-ranging lineup of local and touring musicians spanning jazz, prog rock, psych/funk, metal, hip-hop, and experimental pop, alongside local visual artists, fashion designers, food vendors, massage therapists, live painting, and live chainstitching. Designed as a cross-disciplinary gathering for San Diego’s independent creative community, SEEK FEST highlights musicians, artists, makers, and small local businesses in one shared space. Ticket proceeds support low-income musicians in San Diego via the Musicians Empowerment Collective, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, and admission includes beer from Seek Beer Company for guests 21+. The event takes place Saturday, May 30 at San Diego Made Factory on Commercial Street.

Students will explore the Art of Careers by learning about real artists and creating their own artwork inspired by their styles and materials. Participants will paint an acrylic sunflower inspired by Vincent van Gogh, create an ocean scene using recycled materials inspired by environmental artist Angela Haseltine Pozzi, and design yarn crafts such as bracelets or pompom animals inspired by fiber artist London Kaye. At the same time, we'll discuss how artists turn creativity into real careers. Everyone will have the opportunity to share and present their artwork in a mini gallery walk at the end of the program. This is an in-person program. Registration is encouraged. Audience: This program is recommended for children ages 8-12. Location: Community Room Visit: https://sandiego.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=324395

Get ready for a classical music concert geared for the whole family! "Coloring with Corelli" is a concert for young people of all ages (0-18) and their families to listen to Baroque music--specifically, Italian composer and musician Arcangelo Corelli--while coloring with crayons, markers, and colored pencils. Participants get to experience classical music in a relaxed setting, enjoying bite-sized musical segments, meeting professional musicians, and experiencing a Baroque instrument petting zoo, all while coloring and drawing. Registration is strongly encouraged, but not required, at https://sandiego.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=324027. This program is a great opportunity to introduce the classical music genre to the next generation! Audience: Kids ages 11-18 Location: Community Room

Celebrate Father’s Day with an unforgettable evening of live country music at the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater (217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside). This special one-night event features acclaimed vocalist Alice Wallace with her full band, joined by international touring artist and San Diego standout Alex Bergan. Praised by Saving Country Music as “one of the greatest vocalists of this generation,” Wallace delivers powerhouse vocals and timeless country storytelling, complemented by Bergan’s dynamic sound and engaging stage presence. Alice Wallace on Facebook / Instagram

Join us to explore what causes resistance in people living with dementia. Learn strategies to strengthen relationships, build trust, and preserve dignity. Visit: https://www.alzsd.org/ Alzheimer's San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Rock out with 3 CAR GARAGE performing Sunday, July 12 from 5-7 p.m. Car Club display by the Corvette Owner’s Club. Free wood door sign craft activity for kids, along with balloon sculptures and temporary glitter tattoos. Visit: https://shopvillagewalk.com/special-events/ Village Walk at EastLake on Facebook

Next week! Join us for our annual San Diego Early Music Showcase! It’ll be an evening of historically informed performances by San Diego’s very own early music performers, including: Kensington Baroque Orchestra Low Commotion Bassoons Quincunx Green Flash Baroque Brad Rice, Lute UCSD Bach Ensemble We’ll be holding the showcase at Mount Soledad Presbyterian Church in La Jolla. This is a free, family-friendly event. We can’t wait to see you there!

Good beer, refreshingly real conversation and journalism that matters. Join us for a candid evening at The Loma Club as we dig into the state of press freedom. What's at stake? What's changed in recent years? What does it take to keep independent reporting alive? Hear directly from inewsource reporters as they share real stories from the field. As the nation marks its 250th anniversary, we're reflecting on the vital role of a free press in our history and its future. This event is part of our 250 for 250: Keep the Free Press Free campaign, bringing together 250 supporters to raise $250,000 by June 30. Come curious. Leave informed. Raise a glass to a free press. inewsource on Facebook / Instagram