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Please join San Diego Watercolor Society as they continue to celebrate their 60th Anniversary with an exciting presentation of “Cubism Revealed” by Bruce Haggarty on April 12, 2025, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., at the SDWS Gallery in the Arts District, Liberty Station. Bruce attended Tufts University, graduating with a degree in Art History and obtained his master’s degree at Boston University in Art History, specializing in American Art. He has taught art history at many local colleges and universities and has traveled the world extensively as a high-altitude photographer. He will give us an informative dialog on the history of Cubism and the artists who created a new way of looking at our world through shape, perspective and dimensions. The lecture is free and does not require registration.Visit: https://www.sdws.org/San Diego Watercolor Society on Instagram and Facebook

Garden at Dusk Dinner Series – Spring 2025Friday, April 18, 2025 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.Join us at Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center for an intimate outdoor dinner in our beautiful gardens at sundown featuring Chef Doug Settle of Hearth and Harvest. Enjoy delicious and authentic farm-to-table cuisine while connecting with community. Let’s celebrate the season & make memories together that honor our commitment to sustainability, food justice & excellent local food!Visit: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/LGyquoiqKOB86v7vWplbYQ?t=1741978593Olivewood Gardens on Instagram and Facebook

University City High School Drama department presents the story by S. E. Hinton about three orphaned brothers and their struggle with right and wrong in a society that labels them as Outsiders. Come see this rendition of the play arranged by Christopher Sergel performed by the students of UCH.Visit: https://uchs.sandiegounified.org/academics/programs/performing_artsUniversity City High School on Instagram

You’re never too old! Create your own fuzzy Monster!Saturday, May 24, 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.Ages 12+ years or children 6-11 years if accompanied by an adult welcome!Create a professional arm-rod-and-mouth puppet of your very own from Rene Rubalcava, owner and puppeteer of LV Puppet Studio of Las Vegas who learned the art of puppet making from a Jim Henson Muppeteer. There’s no better time to create your own one-of-a-kind fuzzy monster!In this workshop, we guide you from start to finish as you select, cut, hot glue and assemble the pieces and personality of your own customized puppet. No sewing is required in this workshop. Students bring their puppets to life with their own unique interests and imaginations, and by choice and placement of different face details. Each one is unique! Find your puppet’s voice and learn some puppetry basics.All materials included. No experience necessary!• Military, first responders and sibling discounts.• Scholarships available.• Homeschool funds accepted.• 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: Puppet Making WorkshopSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Thursdays, May 15, 22, 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Stained glass is unusual among the arts because of its direct relationship with light. When light passes through colored glass, different values, textures, and densities combine to form an extraordinary palette. Explore this magic by creating your own unique leaded stained-glass panel. In this 7-week course, you will learn from stained glass professional Lisa Maywood as you complete one or more 2-dimensional panels that will transform any room or space.The enrollment fee covers the cost of basic drawing materials, lead, solder, cement, and the use of the tools and machinery.Glass will be procured by each student on their own outside of class. Vintage Glassworks Studio (was Blue Dolphin Glass) is a great local source in San Diego.If you prefer your own supplies, please bring your own colored pencils and paper that is larger than 12″x12″ to the first class as you plan your project(s).It is also recommended that you bring your own safety gear (eye protection, dust mask, gloves). We have eye protection available if you do not have your own.There is no prerequisite for this class.Ages 18+ years welcome.• Military, first responders and sibling discounts.• Scholarships available.• Homeschool funds accepted.• 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 datesVisit: 7-Week Leaded Stained GlassSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Learn to wet felt a gorgeous flower!Saturday, May 10, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.Join this 3-hour workshop and learn the ancient art of wet felting — the process of loose wool becoming felt. This textile art technique has been used in the making of rugs, homes (yurts) and clothing for centuries. In this workshop, the instructor will guide you, step by step, through the making of a felted flower.Starting with a soft merino wool, you will be creating your own one-of-a-kind flower choosing from a wide selection of dyed wool. After using soap and water to bind the fibers, you will take home a forever flower that will embellish any space. Your flower can be used as a bookmark, tied around a curtain or the strap of a hand bag, placed in a vase or given as a sweet gift…. The possibilities are endless!No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts.• Scholarships available.• Homeschool funds accepted.• 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: Wet FeltingSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

The annual San Ysidro STEM Fair brings together community partners to offer opportunities and lower any barriers to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education and careers.This free, equity-centered family event is open to the entire community. The San Ysidro STEM Fair is typically held on a Friday afternoon in April.In 2024, we welcomed over 30 exhibitors including:Learning demonstrations led by San Ysidro District‘s Sci Phy program teachersRobotics demos led by San Ysidro High School’s Cougarbots teamPhysiology demos led by San Ysidro High School‘s MEDICS ClubLocal scientists and STEM career role models STEM student performancesCommunity resourcesRaffles and giveaways If you're interested in attending as an exhibitor in 2025 or would like to stay informed, please take a moment to fill out the short form.Fleet Science Center on Facebook / Instagram / X

Tuesdays, May 6, 13, 20, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.Absolute Beginner Crochet: Getting Starting!In this crochet workshop, students will learn the fundamental skills of crochet, including starting a project, basic stitches like single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), chain (ch) magic circle, and tying off. This three-week course will allow students to learn and practice the basics in-studio, practice at home, and then return with their questions and learn more. No experience necessary.Students are welcome to bring their own yarn and/or hook, but it is not necessary. We will be using size 4 yarn and between 4.00mm and 6.00mm crochet hooks. You don’t have to bring your own supplies but you are welcome to.All materials included.Ages 12+years welcome, or age 10+ with an adult!• Military, first responders and sibling discounts.• Scholarships available.• Homeschool funds accepted.• 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: 3-Week Crochet Fundamentals CourseSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

In this class you will make a gorgeous, shaped belt bag perfect for your own adventures or gifting. The skills taught in this class include: how to sew darts; sewing a lined welt zip; bias binding; and bag hardware installation. This bag is highly customizable. You will go home with the pattern and ready to practice new bag making skills. An alternative to the webbing strap could be repurposing an old belt, or from a bag you no longer use. Thrift stores are full of interesting belts and hardware to harvest from bags! This class is appropriate for a sewer with knowledge of how to use a sewing machine and sewing basics. If you’re not sure if you’re ready for this class, email and ask any questions you might have beforehand. If you are new to sewing, please check out our beginner classes before enrolling.If you are bringing your own sewing machine, it is very important to make sure it is fully functional. The bag pattern is the Nikola Pouch by Liberty Crossroads.This class is appropriate for ages 14 years and older.Materials fee of $18 (cash only) to be paid to the instructor at the start of the class. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts• Scholarships available• Homeschool funds accepted• If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified.Visit: Intermediate SewingSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Sunday, May 4, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. -OR- Thursday, May 15, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.Bonjour! Welcome to our fragrant adventure! No experience necessary – just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm. Join us in crafting your very own signature scent under the guidance of our in-house French Perfume Designer, Jil Croquet.This workshop is an enjoyable three-hour session where you’ll dive into the art of perfume-making. From uncovering composition secrets to the sheer joy of smelling and blending scents, you’ll gain hands-on experience while learning the basics of fragrance design techniques.All the materials and tools you need are provided and included in the workshop fee. With a carefully curated selection of essential oils, we’ll explore this hidden world together. You’ll leave with your own personalized travel spray as a delightful keepsake of our aromatic journey. Come, let’s discover the captivating world of perfumery!This workshop is perfect for ages 14 and up, so grab a friend or come solo and let’s create some magic together!All materials and tools will be provided, and the cost of materials is included in the workshop fee.• Military, first responders and sibling discounts.• Scholarships available.• Homeschool funds accepted.• 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: Perfume MakingSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook