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Ever notice how the smallest moments end up becoming the ones you remember forever? A mug of coffee. Your grandmother's kitchen table. The walk you take every evening. The view from your front porch. Those ordinary moments are the heart of our newest exhibition, "Reclaiming the Ordinary." Join us for an evening of incredible art that transforms the familiar into something unforgettable. Juried by Peggi Kroll-Roberts, this national exhibition brings together artists from across the country who prove that beauty has been hiding in plain sight all along. Opening Reception Saturday, August 22, 2026 4–7 p.m. Woodward Contemporary, San Diego, CA Admission: Free and open to the public Come meet the artists, discover work you'll be thinking about long after you leave, and celebrate the extraordinary stories found in everyday life. -- Featured: 'So Far Apart,' Ken Goldman (Available) Woodward Contemporary on Facebook / Instagram

Join us on Fridays for great talks on a variety of topics. Always Free. At 1 p.m. "Oceanside Police Dept. Volunteer Service" with Mary Klein, Oceanside Police Dept. Meet your neighborhood volunteers, learn what the Senior Volunteer Patrol Program means in our community, how they keep us safe through programs like 'You Are Not Alone', and by assisting the OPD. At 2:30 p.m. "Hawaiian Royalty's Gift to the World" told by Jim Kempton, Executive Director of Oceanside Surf Museum. Hear how Hawaii's Royal's impacted world politics, tourism, the Olympics, lifeguarding, and government service. The spread of Hawaiian culture introduced many activities that are now part of society's daily fabric. Come early for a good seat and parking. LIFE is also available on zoom. You may request a link through our email address. Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

In this virtual workshop series, artists are invited to turn their journal into a studio companion and idea incubator. Through interactive Zoom sessions we'll explore simple, repeatable practices artists can use to generate content, clarify ideas, and deepen connection to their work. JUNE TOPIC: WRITING YOUR MISSION STATEMENT In this interactive journaling workshop, you’ll: - Explore your core values and creative motivations -Use guided journaling prompts to uncover your personal “Why” -Shape words that inspire your art, fuel your career, and connect you with audiences You will receive a Zoom link in the emailed RSVP confirmation receipt. Ticket Prices: Artist Alliance Member: Free Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

We are pleased to announce our "Faculty & Staff Exhibition" in the Palmer Gallery at the Athenaeum Art Center. The heart of the Athenaeum’s School of the Arts is our faculty, whose knowledge and expertise embrace all aspects of fine art. In this exhibition of our teaching artists’ current work, viewers will enjoy the broad range of mediums and techniques that characterize our faculty’s versatility, from painting to book arts, printmaking, ceramics, illustration, painting, and beyond. Their dedication to lifelong learning and exploration continues to inspire students who take classes in both our Logan Heights and La Jolla studios. The Faculty & Staff Exhibition reflects the Athenaeum’s ongoing commitment to fine arts education and its role as a vibrant cultural hub in San Diego’s art community. In addition to faculty, members of the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library staff who are artists are also presenting their work, reflecting the shared creativity and passion for the arts that infuse every part of our organization. The exhibition can be viewed in the Catherine and Robert Palmer Gallery at the Athenaeum Art Center (1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113) during open gallery hours, Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and every second Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m., during the Barrio Art Crawl, and by appointment. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

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AI is moving beyond chatbots and into toys, dolls, and robots built to befriend children. A leading child-development expert says the technology offers real promise — but also risks crowding out the human relationships children need most.

Aloha all! We are happy to announce the annual San Diego Ho’olaule’a Hawaiian Festival this year will be taking place again on Saturday and Sunday, August 22-23, 2026 at NTC Park at Liberty Station. Come out and enjoy a weekend of fun-filled activities, family-friendly vibes, and a celebration of authentic Hawaiian culture through music, art, dance, and most importantly, food! Our fantastic emcee with have audience participation with stage prizes to hand out. Various Hawaiian dance groups will be performing throughout the day. Our Hawaiian cultural village will take you on a journey into Hawaiian history throughout the ages as well as our modern lifestyle and impact on the world. Our many vendors will be available to shop around and find some unique and cherished gifts for loved ones and yourself. And our local island food and shaved ice trucks will be there to curb that craving of yours and cool you down in the heat of summer!

Celebrate the newest exhibition at OMA West, "The Seed Keeper." Enjoy champagne and charcuterie as you mingle with artists and art lovers at OMA’s Annex Gallery, located inside the Seabird Resort in downtown Oceanside, at 101 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92054. This exhibition is inspired by the novel "The Seed Keeper" by Diane Wilson, which was selected by the Oceanside Public Library for the National Endowment for the Arts’ Big Read, a grant program that brings communities together through shared reading and discussion of the same book. Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Two local productions offer very different takes on familiar stories: "Die Already!" at Diversionary Black Box and "The Fairy Tale Monologues" at Moxie Theatre.

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is more than simply putting flowers in a container. It is a disciplined art form that breathes life into each composition, harmonizing the elements of nature and humanity. Learn to create these stunning pieces of art that intertwine Japanese culture and the changing of the seasons. By end of the semester, you will have learned to design beautiful and professional looking arrangements for both every day and special occasions.   This class is free and open to the public. Contact Prof. Takeya at mtakeya@sdccd.edu for more information, a list of supplies that you should bring, and to register.   Audience: Adults, Seniors Location: Community Room