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Celebrating 75 years of fine art! COAL invites artists from San Diego & beyond to apply for our 75th Annual Fine Art Open Exhibition. Cash awards in 9 categories Deadline: July 23 at noon Awards Reception: Aug 8, 3–5 p.m. Apply online — artists must be 18+ COAL is now accepting entries for the 75th Annual Fine Art Open Exhibition! This exhibition is open to artists 18 years and older living in San Diego and surrounding cities. NCAG - Carlsbad-Oceanside Art League on Facebook / Instagram

Please join Cultural Noire Performing Arts Company for its 2026 JUNETEENTH Theatrical Celebration! Cultural Noire Performing Arts Company will present a Staged Reading of the 2002 Pulitzer-Prize Finalist for Drama, "Yellowman" by Dael Orlandersmith. The award-winning play is being presented in celebration of JUNETEENTH. "Yellowman" features Portia Gregory and Anthony Hamm and is narrated by Iris Anderson. The staged reading is directed by Gina M. Jackson. The theatrical celebration will be held on Sunday, June 14 at Community Actors Theatre (C.A.T.). Doors open at 2:30 p.m.; the staged reading begins at 3 p.m. Tickets are available at Eventbrite. Cultural Noire Performing Arts Company on Facebook / Instagram

What happens when improvisers attempt to piece together the story of a musical with only the songs to go off of? The result is a mash-up of musical numbers from the musicals you know and love, but with an alternate version of the story. This show combines all the pizazz and delight of musical theater with the comedic brilliance of watching people wing it with confidence. Mockingbird Improv on Facebook / Instagram

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.

Celebrate Father’s Day waterfront-style at Hudson & Nash inside Hilton San Diego Bayfront. Treat Dad to a Burger & Beer Lunch for $25 or indulge with a Steak & Bourbon Dinner for $65, each paired with your choice of a draft beer or spring greens. With bold flavors, bayfront views, and specials designed just for the occasion, it’s the perfect way to toast Dad this Father’s Day! Hudson & Nash on Facebook / Instagram

The Port of San Diego is excited to present “A Day at the Park”, a FREE family-friendly multicultural celebration at Bayfront Park on the Chula Vista Bayfront on Saturday, June 20.  Come enjoy the celebration featuring local food vendors, entertainment, performances, and activities for kids of all ages.  For details and to sign up for event reminders: https://bit.ly/4u2Iv3c

Vintage & Book Sale to Support Library The Friends of the Oceanside Public Library invite the community to a Vintage & Book Sale on Saturday, June 20, in the Oceanside Civic Center Library Community Room and Courtyard at 330 North Coast Highway. The event features vintage items for purchase, as well as a large book sale, with most used books on sale for only one dollar. The sale opens at 10 a.m. to all, but begins early, at 9 a.m., for Friends of the Oceanside Public Library members only. Memberships, starting at $20 per year, are available for purchase at the door. The Library has creative volunteers, staff, and Friends members who have collected and donated an array of one-of-a-kind keepsakes and vintage items most often found at estate sales or antique stores. Treasures are from every corner: jewelry, home goods, décor, accessories, and art, to name a few. Thousands of great bargain books will be available for purchase. The book sale offers a mix of books and DVDs, all priced at just $1 each. Unique gift books, art works, and puzzles are specially priced. Volunteers will be on hand to assist attendees in finding and purchasing items. The event will also feature works by local artists. Proceeds from memberships and fundraising events such as these make Library programs for all ages possible. The Friends of the Library support everything from purchasing books for the Library’s collection to funding events such as storytimes, teen activities, technology assistance, and community-centered programming—including cultural celebrations, Homework Helpers, and Library Club for adults with special needs. The mission of the Friends of the Oceanside Public Library is to support and promote the services and resources of the Oceanside Public Library through community involvement, volunteer activities, and fundraising. For information about Friends bookstores; or becoming a Friend, Business Friend or volunteer; please visit oplfriends.org or call (760) 435-5560. For Library hours, programs, and other information, click the “About Us” tab at oceansidepubliclibrary.org. The Friends of the Oceanside Public Library on Facebook / Instagram

Ages 1-8. Drop-In Play is for walking toddlers & kids ages 1-8 to play and explore art materials in a safe, open environment with no formal instruction. Kids can move between different sensory stations at their own pace, sparking their curiosity and creativity. This class encourages hands-on discovery, allowing children to experience art through touch, sound, color, and texture. ArtReach San Diego: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Ages 7-12. Our Afternoon Homeschool Art Classes invite students ages 7-12 in non-traditional school settings to explore a wide variety of mediums while also learning about contemporary artists and diverse cultures from around the world. These earlier classes are designed for homeschool students to grow in technical skill and Social-Emotional Learning. ArtReach San Diego: Website / Facebook / Instagram

Ages 4-6. Our Morning Homeschool Art Classes invite students ages 4-6 to explore a wide variety of mediums while also growing in technical art skill and Social-Emotional Learning. ArtReach San Diego: Website / Facebook / Instagram