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Elevating Community & Culture: Join Westwind Brass for a free Sunset Concert! We're thrilled to announce a special free concert, "Sunset Rhythms at the Sun God," happening on July 31 at 6 p.m.! Westwind Brass will bring the vibrant sounds of Dixieland, Jazz, and Americana to the iconic Sun God sculpture by Niki de Saint Phalle at the UCSD Stuart Collection. This unique event blends the power of live music with stunning public art, offering a fantastic opportunity for community engagement and cultural enrichment in San Diego. We are immensely proud to present this concert, made possible by the generous support of the Music Performance Trust Fund and the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture. Their commitment to the arts makes events like these accessible to everyone. Join us for an unforgettable evening! Bring your colleagues, friends, and family. Let's celebrate American musical heritage as the sun sets. Westwind Brass on Facebook / Instagram

Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! We’re bringing the awesome art of bonsai out of the hedged in gardens and into the streets! Or at least into your favorite bars/breweries/pubs. Bonsai Bar is a night of fun you don’t want to miss. Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends! Our teachers will introduce core concepts and guide your experience as you pot, prune, and design your very own bonsai tree! Our Guarantee: These tiny trees are so hardy we guarantee you can keep yours alive, or we’ll replace it. This workshop will be hosted at Societe Brewing Company. Societe was founded in 2012 on the idea that beer is the world’s greatest social uniter. This mindset inspired our name and it keeps us focused on every ounce we brew. We see our brewery as a vehicle for bringing people together from all walks of life. Beer by beer, we’re working hard to build our community, starting with our rally cry– BEER FOLK UNITE! Under 21 policy: Please contact Societe Brewing Company for details regarding underage entry For more about Bonsai Bar and what to expect at our classes, visit our website at: https://bonsaibar.com/products/societe-brewing-company Happens on the following Dates: Aug 26, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Timezone: PDT Sep 23, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Timezone: PDT Oct 21, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Timezone: PDT

Seeds of Herbalism is for anyone wanting to build a strong foundation of learning in herbalism. My approach is broad, holistic and based in the ancient traditions of western herbalism. Together we will explore 12+ herbs, how to study herbs, herbal energetics and actions, sustainable practices for working with herbs, and the tools to develop your own connections and relationships with the plants you are drawn to. Details: Fall Cohort begins Saturday, September 20 Dates: Saturday’s - Sept 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 Time: 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | 6 Classes Location: World Beat Center Ethnobotany Peace Garden Cost: $259 Limited space. Classes frequently fill up. Everyday Plant Magic on Instagram

A stroll through Escondido’s Felicita Park is a journey not only through nature but also through time, as visitors can uncover remnants of a centuries-old Kumeyaay Indian village.

ArtReach is thrilled to present the "Art. Is. Good." Charity Auction in partnership with San Diego Foundation ArtWalk Liberty Station. This fundraiser supports ArtReach’s mission to provide free and low-cost visual arts education to thousands of K–12 students across San Diego County. The auction features original artwork, vacation stays, an e-bike, spa packages, curated gift baskets, and other unique experiences—all donated by local artists and businesses. Supporters can bid online starting July 21 or stop by the ArtReach booth during ArtWalk Liberty Station (August 1–3) to view items, shop student art, enter the raffle, and meet the ArtReach team. All proceeds benefit ArtReach programs that make high-quality arts education accessible to youth who need it most. Join us in uplifting creativity and opportunity for all. ArtReach on Facebook / Instagram

Madison Gallery, a leading contemporary art gallery in Southern California, is honored to present "LOVE LETTER | CARTA DE AMOR," a powerful new solo exhibition by globally recognized contemporary artist RETNA, on view from September 3 - October 11, 2025. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, September 20, from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., with the artist in attendance. Widely recognized for his iconic hieroglyphic script, large-scale public works and influential presence in both the contemporary art world and street culture, RETNA now turns his focus inward - offering a rare and personal meditation on love, loss, and healing. In "CARTA DE AMOR," the artist explores the many forms of love and the redemptive power of connection. The exhibition will feature new large-scale canvases, mixed-media works, and site-specific installations that reflect RETNA's more authentic shift in artistic intention and tone. Rooted in his African American, Salvadorian, and Cherokee heritage, RETNA (born Marquis Lewis) has redefined contemporary art through a distinctive visual language that blends graffiti, illuminated manuscripts, and global iconography. As a 21st-century graffiti street artist, RETNA's hieroglyphic script recalls the expressive, culturally rooted mark-making seen in the work of pioneering street artists from the 1980s, including Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat. RETNA's work has appeared in major exhibitions across Los Angeles, New York, and London, and in collaborations with global brands such as Louis Vuitton and Chanel. "After going through an intense personal transformation, I felt compelled to make something rooted in love - love for self, for the people who held me up, and for the world that desperately needs healing," says RETNA. "This is a moment when connection matters more than ever, and "CARTA DE AMOR" is my response to that need. This project was born out of a time in my life when I needed to reclaim the idea of love as a foundation. After years of transformation, sobriety, and self-examination, I felt called to create something that felt both personal and universal." Exhibition Details: Title: "LOVE LETTER | CARTA DE AMOR" by RETNA Dates: September 3 – October 11 | Opening Night September 20, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Location: Madison Gallery, 320 S. Cedros Ave, Ste. 200, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Please call 858-523-9155 or email info@madisongalleries.com to RSVP. Please note: Madison Gallery is by appointment only on Sundays. Madison Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Gehry transformed modern architecture with exuberant buildings such as the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Guggenheim Museum. "I've always been for optimism and architecture not being sad," he said.

Learn about the technical aspects of live theater with Nate Cargill, Associate Technical Director at OTC and Technical Director at Oceanside High School. Students will learn essential skills in lighting, sound, and other technical areas of theater production. They’ll also have the opportunity to work behind the scenes during the performances of Seussical on July 11, 12, 13, and July 18, 19, 20. Camp Information: Ages 12-19 June 30 - July 11 (no camp on July 4th) Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Limited to 15 campers Cost: $200, plus a $30 materials fee Visit: https://oceansidetheatre.vbotickets.com/event/2025_Youth_TECHNICAL_Camp_Seussical_the_Musical/149394 Oceanside Theater Company on Instagram and Facebook

Washington, D.C.'s vending machine LitBox distributes books, with a serving of hope as local writers struggle with arts funding cuts.

Step into a world of delightful distortion and curious proportions in this whimsical art class inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Participants will explore the imaginative realm of scale through the playful technique of blind contour drawing, (drawing while looking at the object, but not at the paper) creating expressive and unexpected outlines of figures and objects from the story—think tiny teacups, towering rabbits, and chairs that are comically out of size. Once the drawings are complete, we’ll bring them to life using loose, flowing watercolor washes that celebrate spontaneity and surprise—just like Wonderland itself. This class invites participants to embrace imperfection, play with scale, and enjoy the creative freedom that comes with letting go of expectations. Space is limited, registration is recommended. Please register each participant individually. Registered spots will be released to drop-ins the day of if not checked in within the first 15 minutes of workshop. About the Instructor: Robin Sanford Roberts originally studied architecture at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. After completing her studies she worked for several prominent architectural firms in Baltimore, Maryland. Her career took a turn towards a more creative path after a summer of inspirational study at Ecole des Beaux Arts in Fontainbleau, France. Robin then moved to San Diego to pursue a Masters in Fine Arts in Theatrical Set Design at the University of California San Diego. You can find her on Instagram @mizrobin or you can visit her website at robinsanfordrobertsart.com.