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Join us, October 25, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m., for a special evening celebrating the San Diego Watercolor Society’s 45th International Exhibition — a record-breaking showcase that many are calling the finest collection of watermedia art ever presented in our gallery. Whether this is your first visit or a return to consider your favorite pieces once more, come immerse yourself in the luminous world of contemporary watermedia. 30% of painting proceeds benefit SDWS programs! Live Painting Demonstrations: Our I-Show Director has invited three of the show's award-winning artists to share their creative process throughout the evening. You’ll also have the chance to meet many of the exhibiting artists, hear the stories behind their work, and connect with fellow art enthusiasts and collectors. The exhibition closes October 31, with many featured pieces already destined for private collections — so don’t miss this final opportunity to see the entire show together in one place! For questions or private viewing arrangements outside of gallery hours, please contact: Joe Gass, I-Show Director IShowDirector@sdws.org | 314-315-3926 Visit: https://www.sdws.org/shows.php?ID=39 San Diego Watercolor Society on Instagram and Facebook

In this talk Patricia Kelly will share how quilting led her to fulfill her childhood dream of becoming a fashion designer and history teacher. About Patricia: At the age of 12, Patricia learned to sew and enjoyed designing her own clothes. After graduating from high school, she planned to follow her childhood dream; however, she was advised to pursue another career. Twenty years ago, Patricia was invited to join a quilting class. Learning to quilt opened a whole new world of creativity for her. In 2014 she joined the San Diego People of Color Quilt Guild. Guild Mentors guided her as she honed her quilting skills and encouraged her to learn more about contemporary and traditional African and African American textile arts. Patricia has participated in local and national quilt exhibits. This year, she will participate in her first international show. One of her art quilts is on permanent display at the County of San Diego's Southeast Live Center office. Her work has been included in "Art Quilting Studio Magazine" and in the book "Lift the Sky" In May 2025, she won third place in the Quilt Africa International Challenge honoring the late Carole Lyles Shaw. Mingei International Museum on Facebook / Instagram

The health care union behind the tax measure argues its plan is the only viable fix for federal funding cuts to Medi-Cal. But even some of the most liberal lawmakers and labor unions aren’t convinced yet.

Come immerse yourself in stories of justice and redemption, ever-timely. Stories span the gamut from folkloric tales to personal and original. Members of Storytellers of San Diego will regale all with Emily Stamets, hosting, JT Moring with guitar, Carol Jaksa, David Schmidt (almost certain to be ghostly, Kirk Faulkner, and Mindy Donner. All told in an eclectic, arts-filled atmosphere with great java. Ages 12 and up.

The County Administration Building in downtown San Diego will lower its flags to half-staff and illuminate in rainbow colors this evening in honor of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson, it was announced Wednesday.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff resigned Sunday over the furor surrounding the appointment of Peter Mandelson as U.K. ambassador to the U.S. despite his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Open Studio at the Athenaeum Art Center invites local printmakers and artists to utilize the equipment and space in the printmaking studio. Prior knowledge in printmaking and equipment familiarity is required as open studio time is not for learning a new printmaking process or one on one lessons. The Athenaeum Art Center offers printmaking courses throughout the year for those wanting to learn a new craft or wanting to enhance their art practice. Open Studio is free for everyone. Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Dust off your boots and join the celebration. The Ivey Ranch Park Association is proud to host its 15th Annual Western Hoedown on Saturday, October 11 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Ivey Ranch Park Equestrian Center in Oceanside. This milestone year marks 15 years of bringing the community together for a relaxed, family-friendly afternoon of western-themed fun, all in support of the children and programs supported by Ivey Ranch Park. Guests can look forward to crowd favorites like horse-riding demonstrations, hayrides, music entertainment, steakhouse BBQ, raffles, a silent auction, a Kids Corral, ROTC Color Guard flag ceremony, and more. VIP guests will enjoy the comfort of reserved seating, table service, hors d’oeuvres, a steakhouse dinner, drinks, and raffle tickets in the VIP Lounge. General admission tickets are $85 and children’s general admission tickets are $65, with a $20 increase for each ticket at the door. VIP tickets are available for $135 in advance or $155 at the door and include access to the VIP Lounge, steakhouse dinner, hors d’oeuvres, drinks, raffle tickets, and table service. The Ivey Ranch Park Association on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for an in-studio art making experience. Come explore art making in the SDMA Museum Art Studio! Join us and create work using mediums such as drawing, painting, and mixed media and explore your creativity. Materials will be provided, or you can bring your own. No oil paints or solvents please! This is a pay-what-you-wish event. Please RSVP here to save your spot. Registration is limited to 20 people per session. Meet at the House of Hospitality, near the Prado restaurant entrance, at 12:50 p.m. and look for the OPEN STUDIO sign. Visit: https://sdma.ticketapp.org/portal/product/118/events?_ga=2.167214142.103320529.1758648426-327079952.1744827842 The San Diego Museum of Art on Instagram and Facebook

The Carlsbad Village Street Faire runs on the first Sunday of May and November. The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce organizes the event, which features 900 arts and crafts booths, antiques, international food court, a huge section with children’s rides, an entertainment stage, and beer garden. The Street Faire takes place in the Downtown Village of Carlsbad. Parking for this very popular event is limited, so visitors are encouraged to use the complimentary shuttles that run to and from the faire every 15 minutes. The shuttle pick-up locations are at the northwest corner of Sears at Shoppes at Carlsbad Plaza Camino Real (Highway 78 and Jefferson) as well as at the Poinsettia Coaster Station (Poinsettia exit off of I-5). There will be a limited amount of handicapped parking throughout the event. Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce on Facebook / Instagram