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Learn to Knit this Season!Saturdays, May 10, 17, 24, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.In this workshop series students will knit a cowl, work with natural yarns and acquire a lifelong skill. Students will learn knitting basics including casting on, the knit and purl stitches, casting off, simple sewing and finishing techniques. No experience necessary. Ages 14+ welcome. Students bring knitting needles, size 15 (10mm) (wood or bamboo recommended); bulky/chunky yarn, about 138 yds (wool or wool blend recommended), and a crochet hook, any size (for picking up dropped stitches).For ideas for purchasing yarn, a great local yarn store, Apricot Yarn, offers super bulky Malabrigo Yarn ‘Rasta’ that works well for this class. Instructor Bianca Rennick will have additional yarn available for purchase.• 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 Knitting Fundamentals CourseSan Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

Carnival RidesTamale FestivalMusic & DancingPicnic AreasGamesChili Cook-offVendors & FoodBeer GardenCar ShowFarmers Market& more!We’re excited to announce our lineup of events for the 75th Anniversary.Lineup of events for Western Days 2025The Western Days Festival is located at the Valley Center Community Hall & Park
28246 Lilac Rd.
, Valley Center.Friday, May 30, 2025◦ Western Days Festival 
Locals Night!5 p.m. - 10 p.m.Support Local. 
Local Bands & Local Businesses.◦ Guns & Hoses Chili Cook-off5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
 @ Festival Grounds◦ Western Days Carnival (rides)5 p.m. -10 p.m.
 @ Festival GroundsSaturday, May 31, 2025◦ Western Days FFA Pancake Breakfast6 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.29115 Valley Center Rd. 
◦ Valley Center Trails 5k Fun Run8:30am-9:30am
Along the parade route 
◦ Western Days Parade10 a.m. - 12 p.m.Along Valley Center Rd. Start at Cole Grade Rd. End at Lilac Rd. 
◦ Western Days Car Corral – Car Show11 a.m. - 4 p.m. @ Festival Grounds
◦ Western Days Festival11 a.m. - 10 p.m.◦ Western Days Carnival (rides)11 a.m. - 12 p.m. @ Festival GroundsSunday, June 1, 2025◦ Western Days Tamale Festival11 a.m. - 5 p.m. @ Festival Grounds◦ Western Days Carnival (rides)12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
 @ Festival GroundsVisit: Valley Center Western Days Festival & ParadeValley Center Western Days on Instagram and Facebook

Front Street Productions presents the Tijuana-based Chimæra Ensemble. Chimæra is a new, semi-professional orchestra of talented instrumentalists who are passionate about making music together.
They will share a program of well known pieces from classical repertoire along with music by Latin American composers not typically included in the Western classical canon. Located near the UCSD Medical Center in Hillcrest, our gorgeous performance hall is located on the accessible campus of First UU Church of San Diego and has easy, free event parking.Admission is free with registration.Visit: https://www.firstuusandiego.org/front-street-productions.html

Pamper Mom this Mother's Day with special events planned at Hilton Bayfront to celebrate with the whole family! Let mom experience Queen Mum for a Day, a royal experience in the Odysea Library & Lobby, featuring a red carpet welcome, regal trumpeters, and a special throne to treat her like royalty from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Afterwards, head to Hudson & Nash Waterfront Kitchen from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a Mother’s Day Brunch to experience bites such as Lobster Mac & Cheese, Prime Rib, Roasted loch-duart Salmon and Katafi Cheesecake, all served in a relaxed atmosphere with beautiful bay views. Continue the momentum of celebrating mom with an Afternoon Tea at Odysea! An opportunity to indulge in classic teas, savory selections from an à la carte menu, and charming desserts at Odysea Waterfront Lounge from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Handcrafted cocktails will also be available. Hilton San Diego Bayfront on Facebook / Instagram

Use this time to finish any previous project started at an ArtReach workshop. Participants must have completed a workshop prior to signing up for an open studio session. Please email studiohq@artreachsandiego.org with any questions or concerns.We kindly ask that adults actively participate in this art activity alongside any child under the age of 11.Refunds are not available for no-shows, but a credit will be provided for a future class at Studio HQ if you cancel at least 24 hours before the class.ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram9 am - 11 a.m. Open Studio11 am - 1 p.m. Open Studio

This Father’s Day, treat Dad to an unforgettable afternoon at our Father’s Day BBQ & Whiskey Celebration — happening Saturday, June 15th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Indulge in grilled steaks, BBQ ribs, savory sausages, and a delightful spread of salads, sides, and sweet desserts. Sip on local craft beers and savor premium whiskey tastings from our culinary team’s hand-selected barrel, all while enjoying live acoustic entertainment and classic lawn games for a laid-back, festive vibe. Make this Father's Day one to remember!Visit: https://www.ranchobernardoinn.com/rancho-bernardo-inn-events#!/e/jun-15th-11-00-am-2-00-pm-father-s-day-bbq-whiskey-celebration-3359dd81/Rancho Bernardo Inn on Instagram and Facebook

The San Diego Air & Space Museum’s 20th Annual Space Day celebration is set for Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 9 a.m. to noon in the Museum’s Pavilion in Balboa Park. Space Day features demonstrations and fun, hands-on activities with local and national space industry experts.New this Year: In partnership with the Smithsonian Natural History Museum, guests at Space Day explore how cell phones and space interact. Activities include moon mining cell phone minerals, satellite building for phone connection and opinion wall about cellphones and space.Fun, hands-on activities at Space Day:- The Always Popular “Stomp Rockets”- Talking to Space Experts- Coloring James Webb telescope images- Make Your Won Spinning Galaxy- Creating a UFO!The San Diego Air & Space Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Join us in exploring 14 of San Diego’s finest independent bookstores in honor of this nationwide celebration! This is a 3 day event (Saturday, Sunday, Monday). Keep in mind that each bookstore has its own unique hours. We invite you to visit our store websites or social media channels to see what we’re up to!------------------------------PARTICIPATING INDIE BOOK SELLERS:• Bay Books: baybookscoronado.comEvent Hours:Sat 9 a.m.–7 p.m. • Sun 9 a.m.–6 p.m. • Mon 9 a.m.–6 p.m.Contact: (619) 435-0070Address: 1007 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118• Bluestocking Books: bluestockingbooks.comEvent Hours:Sat 9 a.m.–7 p.m. • Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m. • Mon 10 a.m.–6 p.m.Contact: (619) 296-1424Address: 3817 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103• The Book Catapult: thebookcatapult.comEvent Hours:Sat 9 a.m.–7 p.m. • Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m. • Mon 10 a.m.–6 p.m.Contact: (619) 795-3780Address: 3010-B Juniper Street, San Diego, CA 92104• Camino Books: caminobks.comEvent Hours:Sat 10 a.m.–8 p.m. • Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m. • Mon 10 a.m.–7 p.m.Contact: (858) 925-7078Address: 12843 El Camino Real, Suite 104, San Diego, CA 92130• Hey Books!: heybooksorelse.comEvent Hours:Sat 10 a.m.–7 p.m. • Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m. • Mon 10 a.m.–6 p.m.Contact: info@heybooksorelse.comAddress: 921 E. Street, San Diego, CA 92101• Joyride: joyridebookshop.comEvent Hours:Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m. • Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m. • Mon 10 a.m.–5 p.m.Contact: info@joyridebookshop.comAddress: 2750 Historic Decatur Rd., Suite 104, San Diego, CA 92106• La Playa Books: laplayabooks.comEvent Hours:Sat 9 a.m.–6 p.m. • Sun 9 a.m.–6 p.m. • Mon 10 a.m.–5 p.m.Contact: (619) 226-2601Address: 1026 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA 92106• Libélula Books & Co: libelulabooksandco.comEvent Hours:Sat 8 a.m.–6 p.m. • Sun 9 a.m.–6 p.m. • Mon 11 a.m.–6 p.m.Contact: (619) 775-4040Address: 950 South 26th Street, San Diego, CA 9211• Library Shop: Libraryshopsd.orgEvent Hours:Sat 9 a.m.–6 p.m. • Sun 10 a.m–6 p.m. • Mon 10 a.m.–6 p.m.Contact: (619) 236-5802Address 1: 330 Park Blvd, San Diego (Downtown Central Library)Address 2: 925 West Washington Street (Mission Hills)• Meet Cute Romance: meetcutebookshop.comEvent Hours:Sat 10 a.m.–7 p.m. • Sun 10 a.m.–7 p.m. • Mon 11 a.m.–5 p.m.Contact: (619) 228-9548Address: 8235 La Mesa Boulevard, CA 91942• Mysterious Galaxy: mystgalaxy.comEvent Hours:Sat 9 a.m.–7 p.m. • Sun 10 a.m.–7 p.m. • Mon 10 a.m.–7 p.m.Contact: (619) 539-7137Address: 3555 Rosecrans Street, Suite 107A, San Diego, CA 92110• UC San Diego Bookstore: ucsandiegobookstore.comEvent Hours:Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m. • Sun 10 a.m.–4 p.m. • Mon 8 a.m.–6 p.m.Contact: (858) 534-7326Address: 9500 Gilman Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093 (Price Center West)• Verbatim Books: Verbatim-books.comEvent Hours:Sat 10 a.m.–7 p.m. • Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m. • Mon 10 a.m.–6 p.m.Contact: (619) 501-7466Address: 3793 30th Street, San Diego, CA 92104• Warwick's: warwicks.comEvent Hours:Sat 9 a.m.–6 p.m. • Sun 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. • Mon 9 a.m.–6 p.m.Contact: (858) 454-0347Address: 7218 Girard Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037*Hours subject to change without notice. Follow the crawl on our official Instagram page for most current information. ------------------------------Spend $10 or more at any one of the participating indie bookstores to receive a Book Crawl Passport Stamp. Pick up your passport at the first store on your crawl. Earn your EXCLUSIVE 2025 Book Crawl Merch as you add stamps to your passport during the weekend.Merch Prizes are as follows:• 1st store stamp: SD Book Crawl 2025 Passport• 3rd store stamp: SD Book Crawl 2025 Sticker• 5th store stamp: SD Book Crawl 2025 Patch• 8th store stamp: SD Book Crawl 2025 Exclusive Enamel Pin• 11th store stamp: SD Book Crawl 2025 Tote• 13th (last!) store stamp: SD Book Crawl 2025 Mug(All merch are while supplies last.)Share your crawl!Follow & tag on Instagram #sdbookcrawl #indiebookstoredayUpdated info: https://www.sdbookcrawl.com/homeGood luck Book Crawlers! We look forward to serving you on the best weekend of the year!

San Diego farmers and farms are the focus of "California Grown, Plein Air" exhibition at the Bonita Museum & Cultural Center May 17 – June 20, 2025.In the Spring of 2025, plein air painters from around San Diego County painted at farms, documenting the diverse types of farms in the region. Juror Katie Stokes, the editor of Edible San Diego Magazine, will select her favorite artworks during the reception, Saturday May 17 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m."Edible San Diego magazine has been celebrating local food in farms and gardens for 17 years. Our region's many beautiful valleys, hills, creeks, rich history and diverse plant and animal life make it a haven to grow food or enjoy the harvests of farmers, ranchers and fishers. We are delighted to support this show and the Bonita Historical Society to share the artists' perspectives and talents on this delicious topic."- Katie StokesArtists in the exhibition include:Liz Abeyta, Andrew ‘Drew’ Bandish, Lorraine Marie Cote, Brian Gibson, Rose Irelan, Margaret Larlham, Chrysanne Lowe, Frankie Martin, Doreen Mattingly, Carmelita Molina, Michelle Montrose, Kathryn Peterson, Nina Pierson, Indu Ramkumar, Elisabeth Refn, Jenny Rivera, Sarah Sullivan, Valorie Thompson, Joyce Trinh and Mehl LawsonSketchbooks by members of San Diego Urban Sketchers will also be featured in the exhibition.Farms and regions featured in the exhibition include: Coastal Roots Farm, Highland Valley Oranges, Stein Family Farm, Rafferty Farms,Rancho del Sol, Point Loma Lighthouse Keeper's Kitchen Garden, San Diego Lavender Fields, Poway Farmers Market, Wild Willow Farm, Tierrasanta Community Garden, Coastal Garden, Kitchen Garden on the Pier,Carlsbad Flower Fields, Rohr ParkA Paint-Out in Bonita will be with artist Mehl Lawson on Friday, May 16th. Participants can meet at the museum at 9 a.m. to find maps and coffee for the paint-out. Artwork from the paint-out will be displayed for sale in the “wet gallery”.Artist Rose Irelan will be leading a plein air painting workshop on Friday, June 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration is required through the museum website on the exhibitions page. Participants can also register by calling 619 267-5141.The Bonita Museum & Cultural Center is located at 4355 Bonita Road in Bonita California. Hours are Wednesday – Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission and parking at the museum.Visit: https://bonitahistoricalsociety.org/ca-grown-plein-air-2025/Bonita Museum on Instagram and Facebook

World Bee Day is held in recognition of the role bees play in sustaining a healthy ecosystem, ensuring our food supply and ultimately the future of humanity. The purpose of our event is to raise awareness of the vital importance of bees and all pollinators, the threats they face and actions every individual can take to protect them.The JFGM will be partnering with other Balboa Park and community organizations including the Air and Space Museum, Natural History Museum, SD Beekeeping Society, SD Youth Symphony, CA Native Plant Society, Hives for Heroes and other groups to showcase bees through exhibits, music, interactive demonstrations, microscopic observations, art and educational hands-on activities. This fun and purposeful community event will be held on Sunday, May 18, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Upper Garden area. Our guest stars will be live HONEY BEES!Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum on Instagram