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Learn to Carve a Spoon! March 28, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. April 19, 12:30-5:30 .pm. Beginning spoon carving. In this introduction course of carving Woodworker Paul Maschka will be sharing the ancient style of green wood hand carving with simple but very precise hand tools–a small carving axe, straight blade carving knife and a curved hook knife. With proper techniques, green wood can be intricately sculpted into extremely beautiful, functional and unique pieces of art. Paul specializes in Viking-era cutlery. This Scandinavian style is still being crafted around the world. In this workshop, students will be creating a straight tea spoon or straight cooking spoon. This class is designed for the beginner as well as more experienced carvers. There is no prerequisite for this class. All of the necessary tools and materials will be available to students for this class. Tools and chopping blocks will be available for purchase after the class. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome, or 14+ years with an accompanying adult! • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Una Noche Mexicana 2026 Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, culture, and celebration at Una Noche Mexicana 2026 — OLAX’s annual Gala & Benefit Concert supporting culture and education in Borrego Springs. - Mariachi - Live Music - Ballet Folklórico - A beautiful night at the Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center; Reception after the show at Pablitos Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center Saturday, March 14 – 6 p.m. VIP $60.00, Sponsor Packets starting at $1000 All proceeds benefit cultural and educational programs in our community. Dress up. Bring friends. Celebrate our heritage. Support local youth and families. Let’s make it a night Borrego won’t forget! Visit: https://www.olaxdeborrego.org/una-noche-mexicana OLAX on Facebook

After-school activities and summer camp can get expensive, especially if you have multiple kids. For the Romero family, the city's recreation centers have made them affordable.

Verbatim Books is bringing something new to North Park. Beginning this year, the North Park Community Fair will take place on the first Saturday of every month, transforming North Park Way from 29th Street to Ray Street into a rotating, community-centered street fair. Each month will feature a different theme designed to highlight the creativity, small businesses, and people that make North Park and San Diego so special. From creator and art fairs to community reading days, swap meets, and our much-loved Mini Book Fair and full North Park Book Fair, this ongoing series is about connection, collaboration, and celebrating the neighborhood we call home. We’re kicking things off with the return of one of last year’s most popular events: North Park Community Fair – Creator Fair Brought to you by Verbatim Books in collaboration with Visual Art Supply The Creator Fair is an all day celebration of local creativity, spotlighting artists, makers, small presses, zine creators, crafters, and independent creatives from across San Diego, with priority given to North Park–based creators. This year, we’re growing the fair with even more creators, making it bigger, more vibrant, and more representative of the diverse creative community around us. Verbatim Books on Facebook / Instagram

The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego director steps down this week after nearly a decade in the role and a long history in San Diego.

Carlsbad Cultural Arts, in partnership with Alliance Française of La Jolla, proudly presents Night of Ideas, featuring a screening of "Defenders of Life." This compelling drama, set in the hills of Costa Rica, explores the resilience of an Indigenous community striving to preserve its cultural heritage and way of life amid external pressures. This free, ticketed event celebrates international cinema and fosters cross-cultural dialogue through film and discussion. Registration is available through the Alliance Française website. Join director Dana Ziyasheva and UC San Diego physician Janine Young, MD, for a moderated conversation following the film.

Eight shows. One unforgettable season. Cygnet Theatre’s 2026-2027 season brings an exciting mix of comedy, drama and musical theatre to the stage at the Joan in Arts District Liberty Station. From the sweeping romance of "Arcadia" to the Broadway sensation "Dear Evan Hanson," from the sharp suspense of "JOB" to the cult favorite "Bat Boy: The Musical," the season also includes "One Man, Two Guvnors," the holiday tradition “A Christmas Carol,” "Cygnet’s A Magical Holiday," and the acclaimed play "John Proctor is the Villian." Join us for a year of bold storytelling and powerful performances. Explore the full season at CygnetTheatre.org Cygnet Theatre on Facebook / Instagram

Sabrosas Latin Orchestra, San Diego's first and only all-female salsa band and a 501(c)(3) organization, is celebrating five years of community, music, and fun in 2024. Música En La Plaza is a free community event presented by the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Foundation. Nestled within the Lyric Courtyard, this starlit monthly concert series offers an unforgettable cultural experience that celebrates the vibrant heritage of Latin rhythms. Our carefully curated lineup of talented local musicians and performers ensures a diverse and rich musical journey, featuring everything from salsa and merengue to cumbia and bachata. Visit: https://artcenter.org/musica-en-la-plaza/

Free Sustainable Craft Event — All Ages Welcome! Join us at San Diego Craft Collective for Fiber Fest, a vibrant celebration of natural textiles and sustainability. This annual event brings together fiber artists, artisans, sustainability advocates, and local farmers to highlight the journey of natural textiles—from sheep to finished fabric—within the Southern California Fibershed. What You’ll Experience: Live sheep shearing demonstrations, Artist & artisan demos, Fiber arts vendors & more, Interactive crafts for all ages, fun for the whole family! Special Feature: This year, the San Diego County Spinners will compete in the International Back to Back Wool Challenge—a worldwide race to create a sweater from sheep to wearable garment as fast as possible, all in front of a live audience. Have questions? Email us at team@sandiegocraft.org. We can’t wait to see you there! San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram

Space 4 Art presents "The Medium Is the Message," a group exhibition exploring how meaning in visual art emerges through the relationship between material and content. Opening March 5 at Art Produce Gallery and running through April 2, the exhibition is curated by Material Projects DTLA curator duo John Dewey and Andie Round, and features local artists alongside LA-based practitioners. Participating artists include: Annie Claflin, Beliz Iristay, Bridget Rountree, David Fobes, Elijah Rubottom, Helena Westra, Jaya Darriet, Joe Riley, and Meghan Augustine. The project is produced by Space 4 Art through a Prebys Foundation–funded initiative supporting innovative arts programming. Space 4 Art on Facebook / Instagram