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Join us for an inspiring morning at the 4th Annual Steps Against Melanoma walk in San Diego. Take part in a 5K walk, enjoy music from a DJ, grab giveaways, and connect with others for some family-friendly fun (dogs welcome too!). This powerful community event brings together survivors, caregivers, families, and friends who have been touched by melanoma, all united by one goal: ending melanoma. Every step you take supports AIM at Melanoma’s mission and fuels critical research. AIM at Melanoma on Facebook / Instagram

Walden Family Services will celebrate its 50th anniversary with the “There’s No Place Like Home” Gala on April 30, 2026, at the historic Thursday Club in San Diego. Set against an ocean-view backdrop, the evening will bring together community leaders, supporters, and partners to benefit housing and supportive services for foster youth. Inspired by the "Wizard of Oz," the gala will feature themed décor, live entertainment including performances by Mariam T and her queens, and a menu by Behind the Scenes Catering. Proceeds will support Transitional Age Youth as they move toward independence, providing stable housing, life skills, and critical resources. The event honors five decades of impact while investing in the future of youth aging out of foster care. Tickets are $250, with tables of 10 available for $2,500. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit waldenfamily.org/spring-event. Walden Family Services on Facebook / Instagram

Join OMA’s Free First Sundays for Art for All! Each month, OMA welcomes friends and neighbors on Free First Sundays to join in Art for All, our fun hands-on art-making experience led by artists and cultural partners from our community. In celebration of the Big Read in partnership with Oceanside Public Library, this April’s Art For All draws inspiration from "The Seed Keeper." Participants will create native plant clay seed bombs. These are small, sculptural clay forms filled with local, pollinator-friendly native seeds. These unfired clay shapes can be placed in your yard or garden, where the clay will naturally break down and allow the seeds to take root in the soil. Whether you’re new to art or have your own creative flow, Art for All is the time to let your imagination soar. Visit our current exhibitions to spark your creativity! Explore different art-making materials through creative projects at each session while learning from local and regional artists. Check back each month to see what we’re up to next! These informal drop-in workshops are open to all ages. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. All materials are provided free of charge, while supplies last. All levels welcome! Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

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. Food Paintings What’s better than food AND painting? At this workshop, you’ll create a visual delight in paint using heavy-bodied pigments and modeling paste. Food items will be provided not only as inspiration for your artwork but to be eaten as well! This one is sure to sell out fast. 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

Hangar 76 OMA Artist Alliance members and their guests are invited to gather each month for a lively social meetup hosted at rotating venues throughout San Diego and North County. These informal get-togethers offer a relaxed opportunity to connect with fellow artists, share ideas, and build community while exploring a range of hotspots across the region. Whether you’re catching up with familiar faces or meeting someone new, each gathering encourages conversation, collaboration, and camaraderie within the Artist Alliance network. This is a no-host event, attendees are welcome to purchase their own food and beverages. Learn more about OMA Artist Alliance here: oma-online.org/artist-alliance/ Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

The chocolate biz is raising the bar with a lab to assess cacao beans from around the world. (Talk about a sweet gig!) Consumers and farmers stand to benefit from the "Cacao of Excellence" program.

Join us for a family event featuring award-winning author and illustrator LeUyen Pham, in conversation with UC Irvine scholar Long Bui and U.C. San Diego lecturer Anh-Thu Ngo about art and comics.  Registration is highly encouraged at tinyurl.com/missionvalleyleuyen.  Audience: This program is recommended for children ages 9+.

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Labour party suffered major losses in local elections held across Britain last week. So far, Starmer has rejected calls for his resignation.

Two months ago, a gunman drove through the preschool at Temple Israel, the largest synagogue in Michigan. Every child and teacher survived, but the community is still displaced and navigating the trauma of the attack.

She and her siblings had to make tea for and share food with every visitor. That did not make her happy. Today she has a different perspective. So she finally asked her mom: What made you so kind?