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Join artist Aaron Kramer for a hands-on workshop exploring the playful mechanics of automata. These are simple machines that use movement to bring small sculptures to life. Inspired by the Aaron Kramer: Sense of Wonder exhibition, participants will learn how he transforms salvaged materials, mechanical parts, and curiosity into imaginative kinetic creations. In this workshop, Kramer will guide you step by step in designing and building your own small automata machine using metal components and hand tools. As you bend, shape, and assemble the parts, you’ll discover how simple mechanical systems can create surprising movement and storytelling. All materials are included in the workshop fee. This workshop is best suited for teens and adults, as it requires some dexterity and strength to use the metal-bending tools. Kramer will provide guidance and assistance throughout the process to ensure everyone can successfully complete their piece. Come ready to experiment, tinker, and bring a bit of motion and wonder to your own handmade creation. Ticket Prices: Adult: $75 Member: $55 Space is limited. Register today! Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Mark your calendar and get ready to bring home your new best friend! Join us on Saturday, June 6 to celebrate California Adopt-a-Pet Day, with waived adoption fees for every available animal! Our shelters are full of dogs and puppies, cats and kittens, guinea pigs, farm animals, reptiles — so many deserving animals with lots of love to give. Shelters across California are overcapacity with animals in need of loving homes, so we’re excited to join this state-wide initiative hosted by CalAnimals, SF SPCA and the ASPCA to help even more pets find their new families. Fees will be waived on June 6 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at all our locations in El Cajon, Escondido, Oceanside and San Diego! Adoptions are completed on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend arriving early to take advantage of this one-day promotion. Event Page on Facebook and Instagram Visit: https://sdhumane.org/

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents “Patriotic Sagas,” juried by award-winning artist, Stephanie Goldman. The water-based media exhibition runs June 28 - Aug 1, 2026, at our Gallery in The Arts District Liberty Station. The free Opening Reception is Friday, July 3, 5-8 pm with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open Wed. - Sun., 11a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Please visit www.sdws.org for more information. San Diego Watercolor Society on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents the free Opening Reception for “Patriotic Sagas” on Friday, July 3, 2026 from 5-8 p.m. at our Gallery in The Arts District Liberty Station, with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The water-based media exhibition runs June 28 – Aug 1. Gallery hours: Wed. - Sun, 11a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Please visit www.sdws.org for more information. San Diego Watercolor Society on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator. Inspired by world renowned artists, you will explore different media, techniques and subjects found in an artist’s studio. After a brief slide presentation for inspiration and context the session will continue with demonstrations. Georgia O’Keeffe’s Landscapes and Flowers Inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe’s techniques in watercolor and acrylic painting, create your very own “magnified,’’ open compositions and close-cropped paintings at this workshop. This full day workshop held from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. is meant to get you in the art making groove and develop new approaches to seeing and creating artworks. Whether you have a lifetime practice or are new to expressing yourself, we exchange ideas and techniques in a supportive and challenging environment. Students of all levels are welcome to stretch their creative muscles and build community with us. All supplies and light refreshments for each workshop are included in the cost. A break for lunch and relaxed discussion will occur midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list. Ticket Prices: Adult: $100 Member: $70 Space is limited. Register today! Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

The UC San Diego student-run gaming convention takes place this weekend and features panels, cosplay and industry showcases.

In her second year as San Diego poet laureate, Paola Capó-García continues bringing poetry and expression to every corner of the region — and wants more people to feel welcome in the world of poetry.

First, partial funding for the arts and homeless services is being considered by the San Diego City Council. Then, advocates rallied in San Diego this week to push back against proposed state cuts to health care benefits. Next, a local artist has designed coins for the U.S. Mint as part of America's 250th anniversary. Also, we’ll tell you what’s happening as part of this weekend's Queer Movement Fest 2026. And, some more weekend event ideas that you and yours could take part in.

Hailing from Los Angeles, Country Night brings a fresh, high-energy take on country music—blending today’s modern sounds with the timeless elements that built the genre. Think contemporary edge with traditional heart: tight musicianship, familiar hooks, and plenty of twang. Designed as a bridge between generations of country fans, Country Night creates the kind of feel-good atmosphere where newcomers feel instantly welcome and longtime listeners get that authentic country spirit they came for. Come ready to sing along, sway, and two-step—this is a full-on country party. Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/events/2026/country-night Country Night on Instagram

Construction at historic Brooks Theatre pushes Oceanside International Film Festival events to Star Theatre.