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Get ready for a week of creativity, curiosity, and happy, paint-splattered hands. At Oceanside Museum of Art’s Summer Art Camp, kids get to spend their days making art, exploring ideas, and learning from our Gallery Educators in a welcoming Museum setting. TWO UNIQUE WEEKS: SIGN UP FOR ONE OR BOTH! LIMITED TO 25 SPOTS PER WEEK! June 15–19, 2026 | 9 a.m.– 3 p.m. June 22–26, 2026 | 9 a.m.–3 p.m. While both weeks visit the same exhibitions and explore similar big ideas, no two weeks are the same! Projects, subjects, and materials shift each week, so returning campers will enjoy fresh challenges. This allows returning campers to deepen their skills while creating entirely new artwork! WHAT TO EXPECT Campers will learn foundational art skills like drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpting, and mixed media while also building confidence, problem-solving skills, and creative independence. Activities include drawing cartoons with a professional cartoon artist, designing and building cardboard “automatic machines” inspired by the "Aaron Kramer: Sense of Wonder" exhibition, creating custom prints on tote bags inspired by the "Matrix Multiplied: Hybrid Approaches to Printmaking exhibition," plein air watercolor painting, collaborative mural-making, beach sketching, mixed media collage, and more. Beyond art techniques, campers practice observation, creative thinking, collaboration, and expressing their ideas visually. OMA's galleries are our inspiration labs, and every project encourages experimentation and trying something new (there’s no “right way” here!) Each day includes a walk to the Oceanside Public Library (OPL) where free lunch is provided by the Lunch at the Library program if needed, otherwise kids can bring their lunch from home. OPL is our favorite neighbor and a great place to reset before heading back to the studio. WAYS TO SAVE Early bird sign ups are available for non-member registrants to save 10% using coupon code "OMAEARLYBIRD" before March 16*. Active OMA Members save EVEN MORE with 20% OFF Summer Art Camp registration, just enter your member email when registering! Learn more about OMA membership here. *Early bird 10% off coupon code offer ends March 16, 2026. Members save 20% off registration through June 2026. Offers cannot be combined. Space is limited to 25 campers per week. Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Thrift Sale to Benefit the Santa Sophia St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry Saturday, May 9 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Fabulous new and used treasures! All at bargain prices! Clothes in the main hall are $2! There will also be a vintage market area and a boutique. Clothes, books, jewelry, home goods, linens, collectibles, crafts, glassware and more! Located in the hall behind Santa Sophia Church at 9800 San Juan Street, Spring Valley 91977 Visit: https://santasophia.org/st-vincent-de-paul-pantry

The Saps at Sea, the San Diego Laurel and Hardy club, is hosting the 24th International convention of the Sons of the Desert, the International Laurel and Hardy Appreciation Society. Our theme is the centennial of Stan and Ollie working as a team, starting in 1926. Convention Chairman Dave Greim is organizing four fun days -- including film screenings, presentations, games, a trivia contest, two authors panels, 5 meals, a bus trip to Old Town, tour of the USS Midway, and a dinner cruise in San Diego Harbor. Our big banquet will feature a salute to the Veterans and period music by the famous Dean Mora Orchestra, which specializes in 1920s and 30s jazz and dance music. Our special guest is Cassidy Cook, the great-granddaughter of Stan Laurel. Passes are available for the full convention or individual events. A special theatrical show June 23 will feature Laurel and Hardy restorations, silent and sound. Local musician Russ Peck, will accompany the silent movies on a full size organ. Itinerary, registration forms and further info available on the website -- http://www.sonsfest.com -- and on the convention Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sonsfestsandiego2026/

Members of Tom Haine's "Shakespeare Unfolded" Workshop shall present soliloquies and sonnets from his greatest plays. Enjoy an evening of Shakespeare performed by a group of incredible actors. Experience the passion and poetry of Shakespeare’s sonnets, speeches and scenes performed in the intimate setting of the Historic Point Loma Assembly Hall. ActLiveNow: Website / Facebook / Instagram

An ACL tear would keep almost any other athlete from competing -- but not Lindsey Vonn, the 41-year-old superstar skier who is determined to cap off an incredible comeback from retirement with one last shot at an Olympic medal.

On Saturday, April 18, 2026, from Noon to 8 p.m., Lionel’s Legacy Senior Dog Rescue is hosting its first CANINE CARNIVAL at its historic rock house facility at 11937 Woodside Avenue in Lakeside, California 92040! It’s a daytime event at the Shelter Slumber “Pawty!” Come for the day – no sleepover necessary. The Carnival kicks off at noon with a free ice cream event. Then there will be a host of different events throughout the day, including: • Dog-themed Music Bingo • Cornhole Tournament • Paw Painting & Pet Art • Photo Booth • Line Dancing • Inflatable Costume Race • And more! ADOPTION ALLEY: A highlight includes the adoptable dog showcase from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., when you can meet our amazing dogs who are looking for their forever home! Free activities are available, but most events require a donation ($5-$15) that goes directly to Lionel’s Legacy so they can continue to care for their senior dogs. (For more information, please visit their website at lionelslegacy.org ) The Canine Carnival is in conjunction with the nationwide Shelter Slumber Pawty, collaborative fundraising event that brings together animal welfare organizations to raise funds and awareness. (For more information, please visit their website at shelterslumberpawty.com ) Lionel’s Legacy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2011 by Laura Oliver with a mission rooted in compassion for senior pets and the people who love them. Many senior pets are surrendered to shelters when their families can no longer afford mounting medical costs. In other cases, aging pet owners may face their own physical limitations, or families may struggle to manage age-related changes such as incontinence, mobility issues, or cognitive decline. Life transitions, like moving to a new home, can also make families worry that their beloved senior pet may not adjust well. While Lionel’s Legacy rescues senior dogs, our ultimate goal is to help cherished pets remain where they belong: safely and lovingly with their families whenever possible. For more information, please contact Gary Mitrovich. He can be reached at (619) 823-5108 or at garyemit@gmail.com. Lionel's Legacy on Facebook / Instagram

This is a small park with great views. There are lots of lovely mature trees, ocean vistas from the west side, playgrounds, and paths as well as plenty of shade. Parking is free and restrooms are available. Open to All Levels! Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape. How to Participate: Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/ Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun! This is a non-instructional event. Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings. Become an OMA Artist Alliance Member: Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/ Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Little Fish Comic Savvy: FEATURING ZACH NORRIS SIGNING! Meanwhile, at Little Fish Comic Book Studio… As always, you can look forward to the promise of comics, good conversation, and of course donuts! Our large library of comic books and graphic novels has just about a little of everything for everyone, so please feel free to peruse our stacks. We also have a large amount of free comic books and graphic novels for attendees to go through and take home. And did we mention that this event is FREE! This special Comic Savvy will feature Zach Norris, writer and lover of comics and Hip Hop, who will be signing copies of his zine CREAM. Zach can also be found sharing his passion for comics at Now or Never Comics. Feel free to bring friends, family, and of course delicious snacks if you’re so inclined. Pooches are welcome too! We have plenty of parking in the parking lot behind the studio. WHO: You! WHAT: Little Fish Comic Savvy! WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. WHERE: Little Fish Comic Book Studio, 6822B El Cajon BLVD., San Diego, CA 92115 https://www.lilfish.us/ Little Fish Comic Book Studio on Facebook / Instagram

Join Jan Jekielek for a live discussion marking the release of "Killed to Order"—a timely investigation into one of the most consequential human rights issues of our time, and why it matters to Americans today. Special Guest: Joshua Philipp, senior investigative journalist at The Epoch Times, will also join the conversation. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear from both Jan and Joshua as they break down what Americans are facing—and what can be done. Complimentary tickets are available in limited quantities for students, military (active-duty and veterans), and public service professionals. RSVP by texting 858-367-9982 or emailing event@CaliforniaInsider.com 中文大紀元讀者： 現場提供中文同聲傳譯服務。 預約座位及傳譯服務，請留言或發送簡訊至 858-367-9982，或電郵 event@californiainsider.com. (Readers of the Chinese Epoch Times: On-site simultaneous interpretation services in Chinese will be provided. To reserve seats and interpretation services, please leave a voicemail or send a text message to 858-367-9982, or email event@californiainsider.com.) China’s state-run forced organ harvesting was long seen as a distant human rights issue. Killed to Order reveals America’s connection, and its consequences. Join Jan Jekielek live to explore what this means and what can be done. Why Attend Live Some conversations are best experienced in the room. This event offers a rare opportunity to engage directly, ask questions, and explore one of the most consequential human rights issues of our time in a thoughtful and serious setting. Why This Matters American Complicity Americans are actively, rather than passively, complicit in China’s state-run organ harvesting industry, a crime against humanity. Americans must become aware of this involvement to act against it. U.S. medical institutions have trained Chinese transplant surgeons. American companies have transferred transplant technology. Research partnerships have continued despite mounting evidence of abuse. The Ethical Backfire of “Deep Engagement” For decades, U.S. policy assumed that “deep engagement” with China through trade and cooperation would liberalize China. Instead, this has backfired. American transplant ethics have shifted toward a more utilitarian model, leading to a softening of the “dead donor rule”. It’s about whether we can hold the line on our own moral foundations. The Spread of Atrocities to New Victims Extreme human rights violations like organ harvesting tend to expand to new groups if left unchecked. Besides the Uyghur people, now there is growing concern that Christians, Catholics, and Tibetans are becoming the next targets. Understanding the Nature of the CCP The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is not a “normal” government or even a standard dictatorship, but a totalitarian system where the supremacy of the Party is the absolute priority, and individual life is considered meaningless.

Enjoy practicing your English with other adults in a relaxed environment. Registration is preferred, but not required. Drop-in attendees are welcome. This group is for adult English Language learners who already speak some English and would like additional practice using it in spoken conversation. Groups take place each Monday evening, unless there is a Padres Game. Please register to be notified of unexpected cancellations. San Diego Public Library on Instagram