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What: Hand-Tied Flower Arranging + Floral Sourdough Scoring Workshop When: Saturday, Aug. 1, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Native Poppy, Solana Beach, 142 S. Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Limited Spots Available! Flowers and flour take center stage in this workshop, where hand-tied floral design meets the art of floral sourdough scoring. Floral forms and patterns become the inspiration for scoring designs, translating botanical beauty into edible art. This collaborative workshop begins with hand-tied flower arranging, where you’ll learn how to create a beautifully wrapped floral bundle using fresh seasonal blooms. With guidance from one of Native Poppy’s professional florists, you’ll explore balance, color pairing, and foundational techniques. The workshop continues with floral sourdough scoring led by Katrina of The Sourdough Mama. Using a prepared sourdough loaf, you’ll translate floral forms and patterns into a scored design before taking your loaf home to bake and enjoy—no baking experience is required. Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

Tentative Schedule pending registrations will be: June 7: Para Surf June 8-10: Longboard June 11: Adult Divisions Shortboard June 11: SUP Surf June 12: SUP and Prone Distance, Tech Races, & Age Group Races Adult Divisions Shortboard: competition in WSA, NSSA, ESA, TGSA, HSA, US Boardriders, WSL QS or ISA Team Member Longboard Open Men’s and Women’s : competition in WSA, NSSA, ESA, TGSA, HSA, WSL QS or ISA Team Member Para Surf: competition in WSA, HSA, AASP, PSL, Access Hawaii, or ISA Team Member Surfers who have competed in the regional organizations listed above and meet the minimum number of required events will receive an invitation to USA Champs 2026. Check with your regional organization to ensure you meet their requirements. Championships Update: The upcoming 2026 USA Surfing Championships in Oceanside, CA have been approved in collaboration with USOPC to maximize performance readiness and qualification pathway for the 2026 & 2027 Longboard, SUP Surf and Sup Technical Races at ISA and PASA Teams. Visit: https://www.usasurfing.org/event/usa-surfing-championships-oceanside-2026 USA Surfing on Instagram and Facebook

Exploring the space between order and imagination, where the inner life resists control and remains beautifully alive, Hee Jung Kwon's paintings place small, quietly expressive figures within structured systems that attempt to define and contain. In this in-between space, emotion endures -- playful, vulnerable, and profoundly human. Join us for a reception and meet the artist! Audience: All ages Location: Community Room Hee Jung Kwon on Instagram

Bringing decades of chart-topping vocal tradition to the stage, The Modern Gentlemen combine classic showmanship, polished harmonies, and contemporary energy for an unforgettable evening of music and holiday celebration. Formerly longtime members of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, the trio spent more than a decade touring the world alongside the legendary frontman, performing for millions of fans in acclaimed productions and concert venues across the globe. Their remarkable vocal blend, charismatic stage presence, and deep roots in one of America’s most iconic musical legacies have earned them a devoted following of their own. Drawing inspiration from the timeless sound of The Four Seasons while adding their own fresh style and personality, The Modern Gentlemen deliver performances that are both nostalgic and refreshingly current. Audiences can look forward to a dynamic musical journey featuring beloved classics from Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, timeless pop favorites, and festive holiday selections filled with warmth and seasonal spirit. Known for their soaring harmonies and effortless chemistry on stage, the group creates an engaging concert experience packed with high-energy entertainment, heartfelt moments, and crowd-pleasing singalongs. Their repertoire spans generations of music, blending iconic hits with smooth arrangements and modern flair that appeal to audiences of all ages. Whether recreating the unmistakable sounds of the 1960s or putting a stylish twist on holiday favorites, The Modern Gentlemen bring an infectious joy and sophistication to every performance. Perfect for the holiday season, this festive concert offers more than just great music — it’s an evening designed to celebrate connection, nostalgia, and the uplifting spirit of live performance. With impeccable vocals, polished musicianship, and a genuine appreciation for the audiences they entertain, The Modern Gentlemen create an atmosphere that feels both intimate and exhilarating. Filled with memorable melodies, seasonal cheer, and timeless harmonies, this feel-good performance promises to leave audiences smiling, singing along, and fully immersed in the magic of the season.

Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Gather with friends in an artistic space designed to amplify your creative side. Join arts educator Robin Douglas, as we dip our toes into the work of celebrated artists over drinks and nibbles, followed by a rapid demonstration of their styles. You’ll then be guided to interpret these artists and create your own singular, spectacular work of art. We’ll help you express your unique style and ensure you have a blast doing it. Cezanne’s Multi-Dimensional Paintings As the subtle beginning of Cubism, Cezanne chose to present subject matter slightly fragmented with geometric brushstrokes. A different way to show depth and shadow will be the emphasis of this art workshop. All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun! Ticket Prices: Adult: $65 Member: $50 Space is limited. Register today! Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026 Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Where: Native Poppy Solana Beach / 142 S Cedros Ave San Diego CA 92075 Limited Spots Available! Flowers become both subject and inspiration in this creative, collaborative workshop that pairs flower arranging with watercolor painting. Together, a Native Poppy florist and a guest artist will guide you from floral design to finished artwork in one immersive experience. This workshop begins with a guided Flower Arranging 101 experience, where you’ll design a petite floral arrangement using seasonal blooms with hands-on support from Native Poppy’s professional florists. Once your arrangement is complete, you’ll transition into a guided watercolor painting session led by Michaela Jean Art, a flower gardener and painter, learning how to translate your arrangement into a finished floral artwork using expressive watercolor techniques. No prior painting or floral design experience required! The focus of this workshop is on exploration and creative expression, offering a relaxed, supportive environment to play with flowers, color, and paint while making something uniquely your own. Ticket Includes: - Comprehensive, engaging instruction of our Flower Arranging 101 curriculum, and hands-on assistance from Native Poppy’s professional florists - Guided painting instruction from artist Michaela Jean - All materials, tools, and seasonal flowers to create a petite floral arrangement and a 9x12" watercolor painting inspired by your arrangement - Plus: the floral arrangement and painting you create to take home Native Poppy on Facebook / Instagram

The acclaimed work from filmmaker Patrick Wang, featuring a remarkable performance from actress Tyne Daly, is the story of The Bread Factory, a community arts center in the small town of Checkford, told in two films. In part one, after forty years of running The Bread Factory, Dorothea (Daly) and Greta (Elisabeth Henry) are suddenly fighting for survival when a celebrity couple—performance artists from China—come to Checkford and build an enormous complex down the street catapulting big changes in their small town. "A Bread Factory, Part One: For the Sake of Gold" plays as part of our series "Intimate Epics: The Films of Patrick Wang" to celebrate the release of Wang's latest film, "A. Rimbaud." Separate admission is required for "A Bread Factory, Part One: For the Sake of Gold" and "A Bread Factory, Part Two: Walk With Me A While." Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

The Comic-Con Art Show is open to the public—you do not need a badge to come in and enjoy or purchase artwork. However, everyone entering the Art Show is expected to comply with all terms and conditions expected of our attendees. You’ll see numerous original drawings, paintings, sculptures, pieces of jewelry, and more “unusual” items, all created and displayed by professional and amateur artists. In 2025, more than 800 items were sold by the 116 artists exhibiting in the Comic-Con Art Show! If you want to add something to your collection, many of the pieces are offered for purchase by Silent Auction* or Quick Sale. Bidder numbers and Art Show information can be obtained from the administration table inside the Art Show. You must be 18 or older and have legal identification to purchase artwork, and payments may be made with cash or a credit card. The Art Show also displays the nominated books and comics for this year’s Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards. Come and see the best new works of the year!For your convenience, the Art Show is open one hour after the Exhibit Hall closes on Thursday, Friday, and Sunday to make it easier to bid on or pick up your art. Dates & Times: Thursday, July 23: 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Friday, July 24: 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Saturday, July 25: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday, July 26: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Comic-Con International on Facebook / Instagram / YouTube

Celebrate OMA’s Artist Alliance exhibition at Front Porch Gallery, "More than Words"! Enjoy refreshments and creative conversations as you mingle with artists and art lovers. Front Porch Gallery is located in Carlsbad Village at: 2903 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008 Selected by gallery programs director Andrea Woolley, many of the works represent the artists’ interpretation of the title: artwork that depicts the written word in any alphabet or language, including musical notes. Artwork may be accompanied by a short story, song, or poem. Exhibition On View: May 31–July 26, 2026 Ticket Prices: Free Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Celebrate National Cocktail Day at The Rooftop Bar in Oceanside, where our cocktail menu pays tribute to the legendary surf breaks that define the San Diego coastline. Inspired by the rhythm of the Pacific just below us, each drink is named after a favorite local surf spot, capturing the character and energy of waves that have shaped Southern California surf culture. From Buccaneer, bold and funky like its fast-breaking barrel, to Grandview, always a promise of a good time, and Moonlight, bright and classic with a twist of coastal creativity, every cocktail reflects the personality of the break it’s named for. Join us above the Pacific and raise a glass to National Cocktail Day with a menu inspired by the waves, the surf, and the laid-back energy of San Diego’s shoreline. The Rooftop Bar Oceanside on Instagram and Facebook