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Saturday | April 26 | All Day ~ Starts at 9 a.m.! Join us at San Diego Craft Collective as the San Diego County Spinners (last year's worldwide winner!) compete in the annual "International Back to Back Wool Challenge"--shearing a sheep, carding, spinning and knitting a sweater as fast as they can! This is an annual event that challenges teams of wool crafters around the globe to create a jumper directly from a sheep's back to a human's back. Each team consists of a blade shearer, a country-of-origin sheep and seven hand spinners (with spinning wheels) and knitters who follow the identical challenge rules and pattern to knit the adult size jumper. This event includes: live sheep shearing at 9 a.m., vendors, live-timed spinning and knitting of the wool sweater, guided practice with a drop spindle, spinning wheels, knitting machines and weaving demonstrations! Note: The event will conclude when the team finishes the challenge, between 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Visit: International Back to Back Wool Challenge! San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

The first event of its kind coming to the Pine Avenue Community Center! This high school music festival held outside in Pine Park will surely be the talk of the town. "Pinechella" will feature all of the same festival vibes as Coachella, minus the adults. Come bring your friends and enjoy live music (high school bands & artists), fun lawn games, food vendors, competitions and contests, henna tattoo artists, and much, much more. $15 entry gets you access to all of this and more! Visit: https://ca-carlsbad.civicrec.com/CA/carlsbad-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIyMzUzNzM=

McAlister Institute is proud to announce its 8th Annual Miracles of Recovery Luncheon, taking place on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 11:15 a.m. at Coasterra on Harbor Island. This special fundraising event supports McAlister Institute’s mission to break the stigma surrounding alcoholism and drug addiction, while also providing vital resources to individuals on their recovery journey. Hosted by NBC 7 Anchor and Reporter Omari Fleming, the luncheon will feature a keynote address from Scott Wahl, the 26th Chief of Police for the City of San Diego. This year’s event will also commemorate a significant milestone, as it marks the introduction of McAlister Institute’s new Chief Executive Officer, Marisa Varond. The luncheon will offer an intimate setting for McAlister Institute staff, donors, individuals in recovery, and community advocates to come together and celebrate the organization's ongoing mission of providing critical alcohol and drug treatment services to those in need. Event Schedule: 11:15 am – Check in 11:30 am – Networking 12:15 pm – Lunch & program Tickets for the Miracles of Recovery Luncheon are now available online for $250 per person. Guests are encouraged to dress in business attire. For more information on the event, purchase tickets, or donate if you can’t attend, please click here. Sponsorship Opportunities $2,500 Miracle Sponsor: digital event recognition & table of 10 $5,000 Courage Sponsor: exclusive welcome signage & 5 tickets. $10,000 Hope Sponsor: branded programs for paddle raise & table of 10 $20,000 Gratitude Sponsor: recognition as presenting sponsor, branded podium & table of 10 If you want to help sponsor this event or have any other questions, please contact us: 619.729.2338 or email: michelle.kveen@mcalisterinc.org

Come enjoy this ensemble of local musicians in the heart of Clairemont, close to the Convoy restaurant district and La Jolla. This ~40 piece group will be performing Hank Levy's "Whiplash", Sammy Nestico's "Basie-Straight Ahead". Along with standards like "The Best is Yet to Come", "I Get a Kick Out of You" and "Witchcraft". Also, part of the evening will be "Chili Today, Hot Tamale", "Cold Duck Time" and many more. Set the date to dine early, then come to Madison High School at 7 p.m. for some great jazz! Visit: https://sandiegocommunityjazzband.com/

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app + Encore Monday, May 26 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. Local Rap icon Mitchy Slick discusses the evolution and challenges of hip-hop, emphasizing storytelling as a key element. Parker Edison is a multifaceted artist and community activist.

Answer our six-question multiple-choice quiz and find out which candidates align with you on important issues before the 2025 special primary election for county supervisor in District 1.

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California lawmakers scaled back Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed Medi-Cal cuts this week. But critics say the revised plan still unfairly targets the immigrant community.

The Revolution in the Orchard April 26 and 27, 2025, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the battles of Lexington and Concord with us. These battles marked the beginning of the American War of Independence. guests experienced a taste of the founding of our great nation. Volunteer historians and reenactors from all over the United States gathered at this event to share living history with guests. This family-friendly event featured dozens of historical interpreters who represented the soldiers and civilians of the American Revolution and demonstrated all aspects of daily and military life. Important Note: Due to the nature of this event, there will be loud noises, such as blank gunshots and cannon firings, throughout the day. Julian Farm and Orchard is open for this special event. Julian Farm and Orchard on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

Songwriter Sanctuary is back Friday, April 25 with “in the round” performances by Mr. Lyrical Groove, Mandi, and Kaylee Daugherty. Songwriter Sanctuary is hosted by the legendary Jeff Berkley and Normal Heights United. (4650 Mansfield St. Suggested Donation $10. All ages. Doors 6:30 p.m., Music 7 p.m.). About the Artists Mandi is a multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and keys player drawn to soulful, genre-blending music. She thrives on collaboration—especially with fellow musicians and hip hop artists—and brings depth and energy to every project. Known for her ear for harmony, she enjoys creating and recording background vocals, and often supports others as a studio musician or music director. Offstage, she teaches middle school choir, music, and soon orchestra, helping young artists tap into their creativity. Kaylee Daugherty is a staple singer of the San Diego jazz scene as well as a singer-songwriter. She has had the privilege to play at some of Socal’s finest establishments, including Music Box, The Jazz Lounge, Dizzy’s, and the Westgate with San Diego’s best jazz musicians, including Irving Flores, Ed Kornhauser and Mikan Zlatkovich. Kaylee’s favorite part of performing is bringing joy to her audiences. Her music makes kids dance and gives older folk a sigh of nostalgia. Kaylee is personable and interactive with her audiences, and, by inviting them into her musical world, builds a sense of community within each venue. Kendrick Dial, artistically known as Mr. Lyrical Groove is a multidisciplinary artist, spoken word poet, and front man of the award-winning band The Lyrical Groove, known for blending soul, hip-hop, and thought-provoking lyricism. With experience as a Navy veteran, creative & executive coach and leadership trainer, he brings a unique blend of structure and soul to his work. His creative work fuses personal narrative with cultural commentary, using music, poetry, and performance as tools for healing and social change. Event Details Location: Normal Heights United Church 4650 Mansfield St, San Diego, CA 92116. Thank you to our generous venue partner for sharing this beautiful space with the local music community! Time: Doors 6:30 p.m., Show 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. ish. Suggested Donation: $10, but please be generous in your support of these top tier talents whose creative work is their livelihood. 100% donations go to artists. No one turned away for lack of funds. All Ages: Bear in mind we do not censor our artists so please make sure to check out the lineup and make the best decision for your family. Parking: Street parking Food/Drink: Beverages for small purchase, thanks to our sponsors! Duck Foot Brewing Company. Guests are welcome to bring food into the venue (please eat and dispose of waste respectfully) Accessibility: Please direct any venue accessibility requests to Molly @mollyrose(at)nhunited(dot)org. Remaining 2025 Season Schedule *subject to change May 30 Surrija The Lovebirds Jonesy Jones Jun 27 - LGBTQ Pride Show! Lily Wecks Kimiko In Mazes Jul 25 The Bella Lunas Espi Miranda Ramos Aug 29 Claire King Hailey Wetzel Lexi Pulido Sep 26 Joe Summers Grainne Hunt Helena Holleran Oct 24 Shea Givens Kevin Cooper Anthony Cullins Dec 5 - Holiday Edition! JT Moring Cara Cormier David Beldock and Peggy Watson For inquiries, media comps, or further information, please contact: Lindsay White @lindsaywhite.music@gmail.com Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/songwriter-sanctuary-april-25-2025-tickets-1314170452199