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The Spreckels Organ Society presents the 38th Annual San Diego International Summer Organ Festival, the largest organ festival in the United States, featuring the historic Spreckels Organ, the largest open-air musical instrument in the world, with 5,098 pipes of up to 32-feet long, and nine percussion instruments located throughout the building. This concert features “MusArt-Barcelona” with M. Teresa Sierra (piano) & Raúl Prieto Ramírez (organ) The summer-long festival – directed by Raúl Prieto Ramírez, Spreckels Organ Society’s Artistic Director and San Diego’s Civic Organist – takes place in the heart of Balboa Park, from July 13 through Sept. 7. These 90-minute, free admission concerts by acclaimed international artists are brought to the Spreckels Organ Pavilion each Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. by the Spreckels Organ Society. The concerts are free thanks to the support of the Society’s sponsors, donors, members and volunteers. This season, the Monday evening concerts feature artists from five different nations, making it a truly international festival. The variety of concerts is broad with something for everyone. For the full Festival program, visit www.spreckelsorgan.org/summer-organ-festival. Spreckels Organ Society on Instagram

There’s no better summer studio than an open-air cat lounge at sunset! Join Whiskers & Wine for Paint & Purrs, a relaxed paint-and-sip evening led by local artist Suchita of @artbysuchi_. Join us on August 21 from 7:15 to 9:30 p.m., where guests will paint a sunny, summer-inspired piece with cat-friendly paints while adoptable cats nap in the fading light, wander between easels, and add a little purr-sonality to the room. Sip something refreshing, cocktail or mocktail, and let the evening unfold one brushstroke and whisker at a time. Whiskers & Wine on Facebook / Instagram

Kitty Yoga or Purrlates (see below for dates, teachers, and details) 1 hour 15 minutes @ $32 per person (ages 12+ only) 50 minutes of All Skill Level Yoga followed by 30 mins of kitty play time. Bring your own mat or rent one. Class & Instructor: - Somatic Yoga -Tess: June 27 - Slow Flow -Jaclyn: June 21 - Vinyasa Flow- Nicole: June 28 - Vinyasa Flow-Lexi: June 14 - Gentle Yoga-Nichole: June 13 - Purrlates: June 20 See you on your mats! Whiskers & Wine on Facebook / Instagram

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The Spreckels Organ Society presents the 38th Annual San Diego International Summer Organ Festival, the largest organ festival in the United States, featuring the historic Spreckels Organ, the largest open-air musical instrument in the world, with 5,098 pipes of up to 32-feet long, and nine percussion instruments located throughout the building. This concert is an organ and orchestra celebration featuring Civic Organist Prieto Ramírez. Conducted by Alejandro Gómez Guillén with Raúl Prieto Ramírez (soloist), and San Diego Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster Jeff Thayer (concertmaster). The summer-long festival – directed by Raúl Prieto Ramírez, Spreckels Organ Society’s Artistic Director and San Diego’s Civic Organist – takes place in the heart of Balboa Park, from July 13 through Sept. 7. These 90-minute, free admission concerts by acclaimed international artists are brought to the Spreckels Organ Pavilion each Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. by the Spreckels Organ Society. The concerts are free thanks to the support of the Society’s sponsors, donors, members and volunteers. This season, the Monday evening concerts feature artists from five different nations, making it a truly international festival. The variety of concerts is broad with something for everyone. For the full Festival program, visit www.spreckelsorgan.org/summer-organ-festival. Spreckels Organ Society on Instagram

Thursdays 6:30 p.m., June 11 - August 13 (except July 2) Town Center Community Park East | 550 Park Center Dr., Santee Since 1984, the City of Santee has hosted the Santee Summer Concert Series, a cherished community tradition that has brought generations of residents together for music, connection, and summer fun. This free, family-friendly event transforms local evenings into vibrant gatherings, where friends, families, and neighbors come together to relax and enjoy live performances under the warm glow of Santee’s beautiful sunsets. Event Schedule 6:15 p.m. - Opening ceremony 6:30 p.m. - Concert begins 8 p.m.- Concert ends 8 - 8:20 p.m. - Patriotic drone show (June 11 Concert only) Note: Town Center Community Park East will close 15 minutes after the event ends. City of Santee on Instagram / YouTube

The Spreckels Organ Society presents the 38th Annual San Diego International Summer Organ Festival, the largest organ festival in the United States, featuring the historic Spreckels Organ, the largest open-air musical instrument in the world, with 5,098 pipes of up to 32-feet long, and nine percussion instruments located throughout the building. The summer-long festival – directed by Raúl Prieto Ramírez, Spreckels Organ Society’s Artistic Director and San Diego’s Civic Organist – takes place in the heart of Balboa Park, from July 13 through Sept. 7. These 90-minute, free admission concerts by acclaimed international artists are brought to the Spreckels Organ Pavilion each Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. by the Spreckels Organ Society. The concerts are free thanks to the support of the Society’s sponsors, donors, members and volunteers. This season, the Monday evening concerts feature artists from five different nations, making it a truly international festival. The variety of concerts is broad with something for everyone. For the full Festival program, visit www.spreckelsorgan.org/summer-organ-festival. Spreckels Organ Society on Instagram

Unwind after a long day’s work with our happy meower discounts. It’s like happy hour, but with way more cats! Come for the cats, stay for the craft cocktails and select wines. Receive $2 off all food and drinks. Tuesday to Friday, 4 - 5:15 p.m. Whiskers & Wine on Facebook / Instagram

Come for the music, stay for the celebration, and leave inspired. Featuring a diverse range of genres including classical, jazz, Celtic, and folk music, each performance is curated to showcase the highest caliber of artistry. We take pride in bringing world-class, professional musicians to our stage. In the UU tradition of social justice, these performances do more than entertain—they give back to the world around us. Each concert in the series benefits a different vital local charity, with donations directly supporting their essential work. By blending the profound power of live music with the proven model of our Generosity Sundays, we invite the community to enjoy an evening of unparalleled talent while making a tangible impact on the lives of our neighbors. Visit: https://uufsdconcerts.ludus.com/show_page.php?show_id=200530199 Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of San Dieguito on Instagram and Facebook

June 18 (every third Thursday of the month) Location: Bird Park (28th St. & Thorn St., right by Morley Field) 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. All ages Free admission Join us for our third year of one of our favorite community traditions! Verbatim Books in the Park 'til Dark is back. This is the perfect evening to unwind, catch up with friends, and get lost in a good book as the sun sets over North Park. Bring a blanket, a comfy chair, dinner or snacks, and your current read. Schedule: 5:30-7:30 p.m.: Gather, find a cozy spot, eat, and meet fellow book lovers. 6-7 p.m.: Silent reading. Time to relax and get lost in the pages. 7 p.m.: Take in one of the best sunset views in North Park. Come for the books, stay for the vibes. See you there! Verbatim Books on Facebook / Instagram