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Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas. “Figure Drawing and Painting" Life drawing can be successful with so many styles and techniques. Real, abstract, and/or ideal figures can create emotional responses with the addition of color. Create several figure studies before painting a final piece of art. A break for lunch and a relaxed discussion will occur at midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list. Space is limited. Register today! Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

2025 Oceanside Plein Air Festival Painting Southern California in the Open Air September 6 - 13, 2025 Come together to celebrate creativity and the natural environment with artists of various skills to take over our beautiful city with plein air painting. There will be Artist Workshops, Artist Networking Events, Easel Sales, Quick Paint Challenges, and Awards during the Festival. Artwork created during the Festival will also be up for selection for our Plein Air Exhibition that will run through November 2025 at OMA. Visit: https://evergreen.humanitru.com/web/campaigns/oceanside-museum-of-art~plein-air-festival?tab_6120=id%3A27835 Oceanside Museum of Art on Instagram and Facebook

Theater Night: “Stupeur et tremblements” (Fear and trembling) Gripping stage performance based on Amélie Nothomb’s bestselling novel Grand Prix du Roman de l'Académie Française 1999 – Éditions Albin Michel Adapted, Staged and Interpreted by Layla Metssitane Play in French with English subtitles. (75 min) About the “Stupeur et tremblements” (Fear and trembling): Winter 1990. In Brussels, Amélie Nothomb has finished her studies in medieval roman philology. She decides to travel back to Japan in order to work, a country she knows since she was born there. She gets a one year work contract for the Yumimoto company. This job, more than she hope for, will bring her many surprises, from which she will learn various lessons... The main character is, of course, Amélie Nothomb herself, who writes autobiographically. Fear and trembling is a humble, funny and intelligent point of view from a young woman confronted to a new world. The message it carries could be : Let’s observe and listen carefully, before we hastily judge the Other. The play is part of the French Literature and Arts Festival organized by the Alliance Française San Diego (AFSD). Learn more about the program on our website: https://www.afsandiego.org/flaf Alliance Française San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

For this exciting U.S. première, Art of Elan affiliate artists bring to life selected works from "Collective Wisdom," an album that explores how music might help people during hard times. Originally recorded by the Australian Chamber Orchestra’s ACO Collective and developed in partnership with the Hush Foundation, the album includes works by Australian composers who completed residencies and workshops in adolescent health units. The resulting music is uplifting and inspiring, and draws from many voices and life experiences. La Jolla Music Society on Facebook / Instagram

"The Artist’s Way" is for novices and working artists of all types, including writers, visual artists, actors, dancers, musicians…ANYONE who recognizes their innate creativity. In a supportive and safe setting, we will: Acquaint ourselves with the basics and tools of "The Artist’s Way" (by Julia Cameron) Work on activities meant to break through some of our creative blocks and give us better insight into creative work we might consider pursuing And more! Week 1 will be an intro to the program. The next six weeks will be devoted to the chapters (and creative practices), and the last week is a final creative presentation by each student. If you’re able, bring a copy of "The Artist’s Way" (many available at the local libraries) and a journal or sketchbook. No previous arts experience required. Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-10-04-the-artists-way-with-lydia-real/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

We invite you to be part of one of North County’s longest-running and most beloved festivals! The Escondido Grand Avenue Festival returns this fall, celebrating over 30 years of community, creativity, and local flavor in the heart of historic downtown Escondido. Set against the charming backdrop of Grand Avenue, the festival offers a refreshing fall atmosphere filled with music, delicious food, community spirit, and small business love. Calling all performers: Showcase your talent! We are looking for singers, dancers, bands, choirs, comedians, school's cheerleading squads, color guards, or drama to come perform on the Community Stage: APPLY NOW Calling all vendors: This vibrant, family-friendly event draws thousands of visitors and features a wide variety of vendors, including handcrafted goods, art, food, vintage finds, unique services, and more. Whether you're a seasoned vendor or joining us for the first time, this is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your products to a large and enthusiastic crowd. APPLY NOW Questions? Call the Escondido Chamber at 760-745-2125 or info@EscondidoChamber.org Visit: Grand Avenue Fall Festival, Escondido Escondido Chamber of Commerce on Instagram and Facebook

OTC presents a "Wicked" Part 1 sing-along on Sunday, June 22 at 4 p.m., in partnership with the North County LGBTQ+ Center, at the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater (217 N. Coast Highway, Oceanside, Calif.). Join us for a pre-screening reception at 3 p.m., followed by the 4 p.m. screening. "Misunderstood because of her green skin, a young woman named Elphaba forges an unlikely but profound friendship with Glinda, a student with an unflinching desire for popularity. Following an encounter with the Wizard of Oz, their relationship soon reaches a crossroad as their lives begin to take very different paths." Get Tickets Oceanside Theater Company on Instagram and Facebook

Join us for largest juried fine art show in North County! Leucadia 101 Mainstreet Association presents the 19th Annual LeucadiART Walk on Sunday, August 24 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. With approx. 100 participating fine-artists, sculptors, potters, photographers, printmakers and handmade crafters, there is something for everyone to enjoy! Come join us for a day packed with art, music, culture and fun. This year's LeucadiART Walk will be a day to remember in celebration of supporting creativity, art and culture in our community. Our biggest family-friendly community event of the year, it brings approximately 8,000 local residents and visitors to enjoy and purchase fine art, experience art demos, entertainment, enrichment activities for kids, live music, and so much more! With Artist Plazas located along an almost one mile stretch of N. Coast Hwy 101 in Leucadia! Featured Artist Dallas Smith will host a live glass blowing demonstration, an Artist Plaza with art demos, live music and Black Plague Brewing Beer Garden at Leucadia Glass. Children's Artwalk will be hosted at The Brown Studio Beverage Partners Pouring at Swell Property Beer Garden: Duck Foot, Boochcraft, Ashland Hard Seltzer, Bambucha, Fox Point Brewing and RationAle Brewing (non-alc)... Free to the Public! Don't miss: - Free Hop on Hop off Open Air Trolley - Live Music & Entertainment & Art demonstrations - Children's Artwalk, Hosted at The Brown Studio - Two 21 + libation gardens with Live Music - Bike Valet Sponsored by Leucadia Cyclery 2025 Artist Plazas: - The Brown Studio/Leucadia Post Office - 1144 N. Coast Hwy 101 - Leucadia Art Gallery/Corner Frame Shop - 1038 N. Coast Hwy 101 - Surfhouse Hotel/Coffee Coffee - 970 N. Coast Hwy 101 - Swell Property Beer Garden - 914 N. Coast Hwy 101 - Leucadia Roadside Park - 860 N. Coast Hwy 101 - The Mudd House - 802 N. Coast Hwy 101 - Bambini Montessori School - 818 N. Coast Hwy 101 - Hamburger Hut - 588 N. Coast Hwy 101 - Coastal Animal Hospital - 434 N. Coast Hwy 101 - Keep Searching Surf Shop - 422 N. Coast Hwy 101 - Leucadia Glass - 396 N Coast Highway 101 Leucadia 101 MainStreet on Facebook / Instagram

Artist Alliance members, along with their guests, are welcome to engage in a group art share and critique, aimed at fostering professional growth. Not yet part of the alliance? No worries, you can join either before the event or on-site! Visit: oma-online.org/events/november-artist-alliance-quarterly-critique/ Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

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