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Paint the cute umbrellas and victorian architecture, guests enjoying their pie, the steers views, or the nearby pier views. Free parking at the lot at the corner of Seagaze and S Cleveland drives or metered street parking. Public restrooms available nearby at the pier. Open to All Levels! Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape. How to Participate: Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/ Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun! This is a non-instructional event. Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings. Become an OMA Artist Alliance Member: Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/ Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

We celebrate Black Music Month with San Diego's own Soul Disciples, a hip-hop and rap collective.

The San Diego River Artists Alliance (SDRAA) exhibits work celebrating the San Diego River and its ecosystem. The opening reception is Saturday, May 9, 4 - 7 p.m. which coincides with San Diego River Park Foundation’s “River Days 2026”. Come see the art stories then make stories of your own by connecting with the river through experiences offered by SDRPF during River Days 2026, May 9 - May 17 (https://sdriverdays.org/). The San Diego River Artists Alliance (SDRAA) is a collective of twenty-two visual and 3D artists who invest time and collect experiences along the San Diego River from the mountains near Santa Ysabel to the ocean. The artists retell the grand and intimate stories of animals, plants, land and water in their artwork, celebrating the river’s history, beauty and promise. A portion of the sales will be donated to the San Diego River Park Foundation (SDRPF).

What is this…"Artist’s Way"? Maybe you had a friend who read through it years ago and made some significant breakthroughs. Or you’ve had the book on your bookshelf and promised yourself–this is the year I open it!–every year? Or you took a class long ago…but don’t remember much. Wherever you are at, this is for ANYONE who wants to live a more creative, intentional life. "The Artist’s Way" is for novices and working artists of all types, including writers, visual artists, actors, dancers, musicians…ANYONE who recognizes their innate creativity. In a supportive and safe setting, we will: - Acquaint ourselves with the basics and tools of "The Artist’s Way" (by Julia Cameron) - Work on activities meant to break through some of our creative blocks and give us better insight into creative work we might consider pursuing - And more! Week 1 will be an intro to the program. The next six weeks will be devoted to the chapters (and creative practices), and the last week is a final creative presentation by each student. If you’re able, bring a copy of "The Artist’s Way" (many available at the local libraries) and a journal or sketchbook. No previous arts experience required. San Diego Writers, Ink 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

This month brings riveting novels about dogs, Hollywood stars, small towns and characters with bigger woes than just the sweltering summer heat and humidity.

The proposal also would adopt recommendations from the city's Independent Budget Analyst's office to shift $6 million from San Diego's Transient Occupancy Tax (essentially a hotel tax) to arts programs, as well as restore $1.3 million in grants.

Join Baroque masters William Christie and Paul Agnew for a vivid program of Monteverdi’s finest madrigals for mixed voices, including a performance of the iconic Il Combattimento. Christie will lead the continuo from the harpsichord, while Agnew will direct and sing with a vocal ensemble to reveal Monteverdi’s transformative power and enduring musical innovation. Les Arts Florissants on Facebook / Instagram

Join Michelle at New Village Arts for a Wednesday evening show in Carlsbad, CA. The venue is creates adventurous artistic experiences to awaken the human spirit. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Tickets available here: https://newvillagearts.org/event/michelle-lambert/ Bay Area breakout artist Michelle Lambert delivers a fun, high-energy show filled with edgy, heartfelt original music, infectious pop hooks, and unstoppable charisma. Fresh off a successful 40-date tour across the Western states last year, Michelle captivates audiences with soaring vocals, dynamic violin solos, and vibrant energy that radiates through the crowd. Her electrifying performances create an unforgettable live experience that will have you dancing, smiling, and celebrating all night long. Raised in Northern California and trained at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, Michelle Lambert has forged her own path as a fearless, independent pop artist. She has topped the charts of Indie Radio with her original songs and was featured in the San Francisco Giants’ City Connect Campaign as a notable Bay Area artist. Michelle cut her teeth performing and writing in the competitive music scenes of Nashville and Los Angeles before returning to the Bay Area to tour with her own thriving career. Known for her powerful vocals, masterful violin playing, and bold, colorful costumes, Michelle pairs striking visuals with raw emotional storytelling—embodying creativity, resilience, and the adventure of chasing your dreams. For more info on Michelle visit: https://www.michellelambert.com Michelle Lambert on Facebook / Instagram

Tiki Oasis is a five-night, four-day event including a world class concert, tropical cocktails curated by top mixologists, sunset luau dinner at the historic Catamaran Resort, fashion parades, late night suites soirées, vinyl disc jockeys, huge Tiki art exhibition, 40+ seminars about Tiki and Mid-Century style, design, and lifestyle, a bustling 150+ Tiki Marketplace full to the brim with artists, makers and traders, pool lounging, wedding options, and more! Tiki Oasis is the original and largest Tiki event in the entire world for lovers of Island Lifestyle and purveyors of Polynesian Pop! This year's theme is Psychedelic Tiki - Climb aboard a magic carpet and set sail on an odyssey through an orbit of far out sounds, pop art design, and vibrant, swirling colors to a kaleidoscopic Pacific Island where Tikis are draped in diaphanous paisley fabrics and enormous tropical flowers bloom with the scent of incense and peppermints. The clock has burst, and time has no meaning…Where have you landed? Welcome to the land of Psychedelic Tiki. Marketplace Hours: Ticket Holder Preview ONLY: Friday, August 7: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Saturday, August 8 & Sunday, August 9: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. View daily schedule here: https://www.tikioasis.com/schedule-26 Tiki Oasis on Facebook / Instagram