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The Escondido Public Art Commission and Escondido City Council – together with the Escondido Downtown Business Association and Visit Escondido – announce April as ‘Arts, Culture and Creativity Month’ (ACCM) in Escondido. Throughout the month (of April), Escondido will host a variety of free events and resources in celebration of arts, culture, and creativity. The Public Art Commission is excited to fund nine projects that celebrate Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month this spring. All events are free to the public. The following are the recipients and the funded projects: - ArtHatch will host a month-long April Arts Showcase beginning April 12 - ESCO Alley Art & Downtown Business Association will complete a Community Unity School Initiative project at John Paul the Great University - CoLabCrafts will host weekly Escondido Makes Art workshops tailored to various ages and skill levels. - Escondido Arts Association will hold the Mayor's Art Contest and Exhibition, April 9 – May 2 A gallery reception will take place April 12 from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. - Escondido Choral Arts Foundation and California Center for the Arts, Escondido will host a First Wednesday at The Center Concert. The musical festival showcase will be on April 2 from 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. - Glass House Arts and California Center for the Arts will display a temporary sculpture installation * (pronounced star). The installation will be on display all month on the lawn of the California Center for the Arts, Escondido. - Escondido Arts Partnership will host two events: o Local Color and Ripple Effects, and o An opening day event in Heritage Garden on April 1. - Stone & Glass and California Center for the Arts will present a live glass blowing demonstration April 18 and 19 - Daydream Here Gift Shop will host an Escondido Art Tank a Shark Tank style pitch event on April 28. In addition to the events listed (above), Escondido’s MAGEC (Museums and Art Growing Escondido Culture) group is planning a full month of activities, including: - Art scavenger hunts, - Guided sculpture and mural walks, - Educational opportunities, - Pop-up art galleries and shows, - Hands-on art activities, and - 2nd Saturday Art Walk. The projects funded by the Public Art Commission are free. Some of the other activities may be ticketed or fee base, and may require reservations, while others are “drop-in.” Escondido takes pride in its well-established and diverse arts and culture community, which supports hundreds of artists. Numerous organizations offer youth programs, internships, and scholarships: Escondido invites the community to join in celebrating Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month by attending an event, exploring local art, and supporting creative businesses. For questions on Arts, Culture & Creativity Month in Escondido, reach out to the Escondido Downtown Business Association at (760) 715-4958. Visit: https://www.escondido.gov/1235/Arts-Culture-Creativity-Month#:~:text=This%20April%2C%20Escondido%2C%20CA%2C,in%20building%20a%20thriving%20community

Kids explore ceramics and woodworking! Mon through Fri | July 28 – Aug 1 | 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Ages 7-12 years welcome! This week of Summer Camp is all about ceramics & woodworking for kids! Kids learn woodworking hand tool techniques from woodworking professional, Steffanie Dotson. A mom, woodworker, furniture maker, and Executive Director at San Diego Craft Collective, she teaches woodworking to both children and adults year-round. With a focus on safety, Steffanie creatively mentors children and fosters confidence through woodworking. Kids will also explore ceramics with visual artist-educator, Lydia Kardos. Each camper will learn and practice ceramic hand building techniques to make fun, long-lasting projects in this traditional medium full of creative flexibility. This camp is for kids, ages 7-12 years. Projects and depth of learning are matched up to the children’s age/ability. OPTIONAL | Lunch Hour Supervision If there is a camp ending as ours begins and you need your child transferred from another camp, let us know! If your child is signed up for morning and afternoon camps here at The Maac at Liberty Station (the building San Diego Craft Collective is located in–Dorothy Laub Music & Arts Center), we’re here to provide that space for your them. It’s a flat $25 fee for the entire camp, Monday through Friday. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available Visit: Kids Clay & Woodworking Summer Camp San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

The Sweetwater Woman's Club Annual Spring Garden & Craft Fair is happening on April 4th & 5th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3855 Sweetwater Road in Bonita. The Annual Fair benefits the club's scholarship fund for high school seniors in the Sweetwater Union district. Come shop for spring garden plants for your garden, crafts from local crafters, gently used treasures, and buy tickets for the drawing that will take place every hour. You must be present to win. At the end of the two-day event there will be a drawing for the vintage sun bonnet sue design quilt that is featured. You can buy tickets for the quilt anytime during the two days and don't have to be present to win. Admission is FREE and parking is onsite. Visit: https://allevents.in/bonita/annual-spring-garden-and-craft-fair/200027670652209

We are proud to announce that our annual Spring Gala is on Saturday, May 3, 2025. This spectacular evening is themed "The Greatest Place on Earth", featuring live entertainment, food, and drinks. All proceeds benefit children and adults with disabilities at The Arc of San Diego. Attendees are encouraged to dress in white tie optional attire with a circus-inspired flare, adding to the evening's whimsical atmosphere. Complimentary valet parking will be available for all guests. Visit: https://www.arc-sd.com/gala/ The Arc of San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Mid-spring is a kaleidoscope of color: blue sage, white fiesta flower, yellow sea dahlia, red monkey flower, and purple lupine. We have previously found an impressive 52 species in just two hours – can we outdo ourselves this year? Join this nature challenge and keep your peepers peeled. Weather permitting. Wildlife is unpredictable. There is no guarantee of what you will see. Nature Collective is a local conservation and science education nonprofit organization. They work to restore habitats, provide healthier waters, and increase wildlife diversity. They are dedicated to conserving the land and providing experiences for people to fall in love with nature. Adults – Accessible Trail – Registration Required Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nature-collective-hosts-wildlife-tour-tickets-1290438218449 Nature Collective on Instagram and Facebook

San Diego Italian Film Festival Presents: "Io Capitano (I’m the Captain)", 2023 Thursday April 10, 7 p.m., La Paloma From writer-director Matteo Garrone (Gomorrah, Dogman) comes an epic odyssey from West Africa to Italy told through the eyes and experiences of two Senegalese cousins, teenagers living in Dakar who yearn for a brighter future in Europe. But in between lies a tense and treacherous journey… In Wolof and French with English subtitles. Visit: https://www.sandiegoitalianfilmfestival.com/ SD Italian Film Festival on Instagram and Facebook

Get ready for Family Fun Day! Join San Elijo Lagoon Rangers and Nature Collective Ambassadors for an exciting, family-friendly adventure. San Elijo Lagoon is abuzz with pollinators! Explore the different types of birds, butterflies, bees, and beetles, pollinating the lagoon’s diverse flowers. Plus, create and take home a pollinator craft! Rangers and Ambassadors will also share cool tips on how to help protect Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) like the San Elijo Lagoon. Don't miss out! Nature Collective is a local conservation and science education nonprofit organization. They work to restore habitats, provide healthier waters, and increase wildlife diversity. They are dedicated to conserving the land and providing experiences for people to fall in love with nature. All ages (best-suited for children aged 9-years and younger) Accessible Trail – Registration Requested Visit: Nature Collective Hosts Family Fun Day Nature Collective on Instagram and Facebook

A vehicle rammed into a crowd of people waiting to enter a nightclub along a busy boulevard in Los Angeles early Saturday, injuring 30 people and leading bystanders to attack the driver, authorities said.

Congress passed the first major crypto legislation in the U.S., marking a major milestone for the digital currency sector. And with President Trump's support, the industry plans to march on.

The league is set to rake in hundreds of millions of dollars from expansion fees and a new media rights deal. And the players' union is pushing for a new contract to change a legacy of low pay.