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Enjoy an iconic Father’s Day with festive dining and entertainment aboard our Premier San Diego Father’s Day Brunch Cruise. Indulge dad in a chef-prepared buffet meal featuring savory and sweet classics, bottomless mimosas, unlimited craft beer, delicious cocktails, top-notch service, and breathtaking views of the city skyline while our live music plays the latest hits and classic favorites. Capture family moments in front of San Diego's famous landmarks, such as Coronado Bay Bridge and USS Midway, from the open-air roof top deck or soak in panoramic views from the comfortable interiors. Celebrate the dad in your life with Father’s Day lunch on the bay] that is as fun as it is scenic! City Cruises on Facebook / Instagram

02. Paint-Focused Mixed Media (Ages 6–12) Sarah Ekedal Monday–Friday, 9–11:30 a.m. June 8–12 (5 days, 12.5 hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio $210/$230 +$20 materials fee paid to instructor We will work on a new project each day exploring oil pastels, watercolor, acrylics, collage, and mask-making. Learners will be directed based on technical and social-emotional skills—while also being given freedom to personalize each finished piece. Sarah Ekedal, Art Coordinator at Grant UTK–8 Elementary in Mission Hills, specializes in creating art projects that connect young artists with the broader community. While teaching art at Grant, Sarah coordinates numerous young art displays in the community, including the coordination of the production of 70 hand-painted banners for the annual Colors on Canvas Banners contest. She partnered with the New Children’s Museum to implement their Social Emotional Learning Through Art curriculum. Previously, Sarah was the art coordinator at Lindbergh-Schweitzer Elementary (now Clairemont Canyons Academy) and taught at Clay for Kids. Max students: 12 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Join more than 1,000 guests for a sold-out culinary festival featuring 50+ food, wine, beer, and spirit vendors from across California and beyond. Guests will enjoy a curated tasting experience showcasing standout local restaurants, regional wineries, craft beverages, and visiting producers while discovering new favorites throughout the evening. Featured participants include Vigilucci’s Trattoria, VAGA Restaurant and Bar, Fox Point Farms, Cox Family Vineyards, Negociant Urban Winery, Tap Truck, and Venga Tequila. More than a food and drink event, the festival supports 17 nonprofit organizations across North County focused on youth development, education, the arts, environmental stewardship, animal welfare, and community wellness. Attendees can direct the nonprofit beneficiary connected to their ticket purchase, creating a direct impact through participation. The evening also includes a silent auction and raffle benefiting participating community organizations. Visit: https://www.encinitaswinefestival.com/ Encinitas Wine and Food Fest on Facebook / Instagram

Join Cobby Brzeski and Vintage Girl In A Modern World for an evening of live swing music and dancing at San Diego Central Library’s Swing Dance Under The Dome series. Featuring vintage-inspired reinterpretations, swing-era jazz, and modern classics through a timeless lens, the performance transforms the library dome into an energetic social dance experience inspired by the golden age of live entertainment. Whether you're an experienced swing dancer or simply love live jazz and vintage culture, Swing Dance Under The Dome offers one of San Diego’s most unique cultural nightlife experiences.

First, we’ll tell you what happened when a San Diego-based destroyer ship fired on an Iranian Cargo ship. An arrest has been made as part of continued-tension around a local data center’s development. Then, hundreds gathered outside of city hall to protest the near-elimination of arts and culture from the city’s budget. Also, we bring you a preview of the third annual WOW festival.

Monday–Friday, 9–11:30 a.m. June 1–5 (5 Days, 12.5 hours of instruction) La Jolla Studio $210/230 + $40 materials fee paid to instructor Young artists will dip their brushes into the exciting world of multimedia art! With acrylic paint, watercolors, oil pastels, and more, students will explore a variety of surfaces and materials to bring their imaginations to life. Inspired by popular artists and treasured storybooks, each day is a new adventure celebrating self-expression, encouraging confidence, and spreading the joy of making art. To the canvas and beyond! Erica Hurley is a third grade teacher at Gillispie School. She recently returned to college and fulfilled her goal of earning a CA single-subject teaching credential in art. She is thrilled to begin a new chapter as an art teacher. She especially enjoys mixed media and three-dimensional art. When she’s not in the classroom, Ms. Hurley can be found spending time with her two children, gardening, baking, and of course, making art! Max students: 12 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

The beach is calling! Fiesta del Sol returns to Fletcher Cove Beach Park for its 45th annual celebration, bringing a weekend of music, food, and family fun to Solana Beach. This free festival runs Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m.–10 p.m., and Sunday, May 31, 9 a.m.–8 p.m., and promises unforgettable performances against a stunning coastal backdrop. Headliners take center stage: The English Beat close out Saturday night with their iconic ska grooves, guaranteed to get the crowd dancing. Los Lobos bring their Grammy-winning mix of rock, blues, and Mexican folk for a soulful, high-energy performance. Fans can also enjoy Common Sense, whose California reggae vibes create the ultimate beachside soundtrack, and The McCharmlys, delivering heartfelt melodies and engaging showmanship. Together, these artists set the tone for a festival that celebrates diversity, culture, and pure fun. Main Stage Lineup: Saturday, May 30: The English Beat, Common Sense, The fABBA Show, Sullvn, The Pine Mountain Logs, Atomic Groove, Jessie Lark Sunday, May 31: Los Lobos, The McCharmlys, Seapoodle, Easy Wind, Cody Carter, The Morgan Wallen Experience Beyond the music, Fiesta del Sol offers family-friendly activities, including bounce houses, games, and live performances for kids—starting Saturday at 10:30 a.m. with Hullabaloo, a local favorite folk group for children. Attendees can also enjoy local food vendors, an arts and craft village, refreshing drinks, and VIP passes for exclusive viewing areas and private bars. Kick off Sunday morning with the Pancake Breakfast fundraiser benefiting the Solana Beach Firefighters, from 7:30–10:30 a.m.—a perfect way to fuel up and support a great cause. With thousands expected, attendees are encouraged to bike, take public transit, or rideshare. Free parking and shuttles are available at Border Avenue and South Sierra Avenue, while Plaza Street and surrounding roads will close for safety. Fiesta del Sol is proudly presented by the Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce and Belly Up Presents. For schedules, updates, and tickets, visit www.fiestadelsol.net. Fiesta del Sol on Facebook / Instagram

Maifest is a popular spring festival. We host this one-day event annually, with a variety of attractions to keep guests of all ages entertained. Our Biergarten is set up with vendor booths and picnic tables, with a Kids Zone nearby. On stage are live bands, with a DJ to play songs for our BoogieTanz and KinderTanz dancers. Traditional German food and desserts are available for purchase – and the bars are stocked with seasonal beers and Maibowle (a sweet cocktail). Maifest is fun for all ages, and admission is $5 per person – or free for Club members and Military with valid ID. Sorry, no pets. German American Societies of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

El Chingon, the “Bad Ass Mexican” hotspot at 560 Fifth Ave., will kick off a summer of soccer with viewing parties, shareable bites and match-day specials beginning Thursday, June 11 through Sunday, July 19. Hours: Monday - Sunday from 11 am - 2 a.m. Throughout the tournament, El Chingon will serve up game-day specials while fans catch all the action. Offerings will include birria pizza, featuring 16-inch flour tortillas layered with slow-braised beef birria, mozzarella cheese, onions and cilantro, topped with avocado cream and served with a side of consomé for dipping, priced at $20; Doritos Nachos Supreme, an extra large bag of nacho cheese Doritos with queso ahumado, pico de gallo, Chingon cheese blend, jalapeños, avocado cream, Mexican citrus cream and chiles torneados, priced at $16, with the choice to add shredded chicken, shredded beef, pollo asado, chile relleno, carnitas, birria, carne asada and shrimp; and the shareable All In Fries platter, a potato-packed mountain with carne asada, pollo asado, al pastor, carnitas, Chingon cheese blend, jalapeños, pico de gallo and Mexican citrus crema, priced at $35. Additional match-day specials will include half-off wings during games, with six wings priced at $5.50 and 12 wings priced at $9.50, available with a choice of barbecue, buffalo, spicy chipotle or mango habanero sauce and served with ranch and spicy carrots. Fans will be able to catch all the action across El Chingon’s lineup of high-definition TVs and massive LED screens throughout the venue. More information about El Chingon is available on the website at ElChingon.com/San-Diego.

In this fun musical adaptation of David Shannon's beloved book, Camilla thinks she must choose between her favorite food - lima beans - and the acceptance of those around her. But the harder she tries to conform to other people’s opinions, the more miserable (and colorful) she becomes. With infectious energy and a heartfelt message, "A Bad Case of Stripes" reminds audiences of all ages that embracing your true colors is the key to self-discovery and acceptance. San Diego Premiere! Pajama Night is Friday, July 3. Come in your favorite PJs and get a special gift! Please note: There is not a performance on Saturday, July 4. ASL-Interpreted performance on Saturday, July 11. San Diego Junior Theatre on Facebook / Instagram