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Tuesday, 5 May, 8 p.m. Doors open 7 p.m. Jensen McRae could've been down for the count. "The most profound choices of my life,” she says, “have often felt like things I did before I was ready to do, and I had to grow into them.” McRae’s songs have a way of giving shape to these leaps, cliff jumps and trust falls, and on her new album, "I Don’t Know How But They Found Me!," Jensen McRae goes further than ever, evolving from a promising young artist to a fully grown songwriter and star. “It’s about realizing what you can’t outrun, and what follows when you have withstood what you thought might crush you,” she explains. “There are things that can happen to us—unthinkable, untenable things—that threaten our safety in our own bodies. They happen, and you feel like the only option is escape. In truth, the only way out is in—back into the place you have always lived.” The home – with Jensen front-and-center, possibly leaving, possibly arriving – adorns the artwork for I Don’t Know How But They Found Me!”. “You can leave the city, you can leave the lover,” McRae continues, “but you can never leave yourself.” Read more here Jensen McRae on YouTube / Instagram

Director of San Diego State University’s longest-running Interdisciplinary and Cultural Studies graduate program, MALAS (the Master of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences program), Dr. William Nericcio is Professor of English and Comparative Literature at SDSU. Dr. Nericcio will lead the audience through an engaging exploration spanning the writing of Carlos Fuentes and Jean-Paul Sartre and including works presently on view at The San Diego Museum of Art, considering what it means to be “sin poder mirar,” or to exist without the power to see. Following the lecture, guests are invited to enjoy a guided tour led by our docent team. The San Diego Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents “Singing Colors”, juried by award-winning artist, Shuang Li. The water-based media exhibition runs Mar 1-28, 2026 at our Gallery in The Arts District Liberty Station. The free Opening Reception is Friday, Mar 6, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. with over 95 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open Weds - Sun, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Visit: https://libertystation.com/do/singing-colors-an-art-exhibition San Diego Watercolor Society on Instagram and Facebook

May is National Preservation Month, and Coronado is joining communities nationwide in celebrating our unique heritage! We're fortunate to have so many meaningful historic places, and we'll be highlighting them throughout the month. Our celebrations include a City Council Proclamation, the presentation of plaques to recently designated historic homes, and the beloved Historic Home Tour on Mother’s Day. The celebrations will culminate in the annual Preservation Symposium on Thursday, May 21, at 5:30 p.m. A wine and cheese reception will be followed by the the program at 6 p.m. This year’s program features a documentary screening and discussion with filmmaker Scott Goldstein. The evening will address the unforgettable impact of loss in architectural history, highlighted by the demolition of the iconic Maslon House in Rancho Mirage—designed by Richard Neutra in 1962. The razing of this modernist masterpiece in 2002 caused international outrage and directly inspired a new preservation movement in the region. Filmmaker Scott Goldstein will join us to present a portion of his documentary work and share his intensely personal connection to this landmark structure. Through interviews and archival footage, the film brings the house back to life, exploring the home, the Maslon family, and their incredible collection of modern art. Goldstein will recount his powerful story of returning to the desert only to find the magnificent home gone, replaced by a structure that "just wasn't the same." Join us to hear this powerful, firsthand account, see related footage, and discuss why architectural preservation matters and how the loss of history shapes the present. Coronado Historical Association on Facebook

Join the Greater San Diego Music Coterie for its fifth annual sing-along of the most memorable songs from "Sound of Music," accompanied by the Greater San Diego Chamber Orchestra and conducted by Dr. Angela Yeung. All Saints Episcopal Church offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Registered audience receives directions to free parking. Admission is free with free-will donation accepted via Venmo, Zelle, or by check and cash.. Concert repeats on Saturday, May 9 at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 2993 MacDonald St, Oceanside, CA 92054. Visit https://gsdmusicoterie.org/events for details. Greater San Diego Music Coterie on Facebook / Instagram

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: "M(other) Tongues" at the Central Library Art Gallery; a community knitting circle; The Album Leaf and more celebrate the Casbah; puppets and theater; dance and martial arts; Mahler's 7th; King Britt spins vinyl and more.

In this new 4-week art series, create a multi-media sculpture! Each week, we'll introduce a new material to explore and experiment with, while slowly building and layering them into a one-of-a-kind artwork. Drawing inspiration from six remarkable contemporary artists, we will also discuss how artists choose their materials and what those choices mean. Come ready to explore, experiment, and create something truly unique! Visit: https://mcasd.org/events/reflections-material The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

We are excited to offer FREE Family Art Workshops at ArtReach, made possible by the generous support of the TahDah Foundation and The City of San Diego CPPS Grant, City Council District 3, Councilmember Stephen Whitburn. These workshops are designed to bring families together through hands-on, creative experiences in a welcoming studio environment. Throughout 2026, we will host a variety of family-friendly art workshops that encourage creativity, connection, and artistic exploration for all ages. Tickets for each Family Art Workshop will be released two weeks prior to the event! Each workshop is offered in two sessions to provide flexibility for families: - Morning session from 9 to 11 a.m. - Afternoon session from 1 to 3 p.m. Family Workshop Schedule: - March 7: Woven Yarn Tsikuri - March 21: Ceramic Landscapes - April 4: Campire Friends - April 18: LowRider Pinatas - May 2: Sunset Beach Painting - May 16: CA Summer Tote Bags ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Terrible title. Awesome musical! Winner of three Tony Awards, three Outer Critics Circle Awards, two Lucille Lortel Awards and two Obie Awards, "Urinetown" is a hilarious musical satire of the legal system, capitalism, social irresponsibility, populism, environmental collapse, privatization of natural resources, bureaucracy, municipal politics, and musical theatre itself! Luminary Arts on Facebook / Instagram

Learn how to make masterpieces and mend loved objects at MCASD this summer! We’ll patch, paint, and collaborate, while learning how contemporary artists build community. At the end of the week, we'll gather with friends and family for a screening and art show celebrating our campers! - Learn how to sew together quilts inspired by Tschabalala Self and Esther Mahlangu - Craft intricate and legendary armor modeled after the work of Nick Cave - Star in a short film inspired by local artist, Fox Maxy. The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego on Facebook / Instagram