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Join us for a solo exhibition by artist Kate Kennedy, curated by Thumbprint Gallery and presented in the front main gallery space at Distinction Gallery, opens on Saturday, August 8, at 317 E. Grand Ave., Suite A, Escondido, CA 92025. The opening reception will take place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. as part of the monthly Second Saturday Art Walk in downtown Escondido, a community-wide celebration of local galleries, museums, and creative spaces. The evening will feature live music, with drinks available for purchase from Last Spot Bar, located inside the Distinction Gallery arts complex. The exhibition presents a new body of figurative works by Kennedy, whose practice spans representational drawing and painting. Her vivid colors and delicate lines are a sight to behold! Since 2009, Thumbprint Gallery has built a reputation throughout Southern California for championing artwork that blends the offbeat, contemporary, and surreal. The gallery has become known for its strong curatorial voice and history of introducing emerging artists to wider audiences. For more than twenty years, Distinction Gallery has showcased contemporary work by both emerging and established artists, cultivating a worldwide reputation while remaining a cornerstone of the San Diego arts community. This collaboration brings together Thumbprint Gallery’s curation and Distinction Gallery’s legacy to spotlight Kennedy's latest work. Distinction Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Artist Jiyan Rios Zandi built Local Brown Baby as an online space exploring her Mexican and Kurdish heritage. After more than nine years, that community now has a permanent home in Barrio Logan.

"People think of this as the ultimate Hollywood experience," says Escott Norton, former executive director of the Los Angeles Historic Theatre Foundation.

The 15th Running Oceanside Intl Film Festival is Almost Here & is Proud to Present 5 Days of Indie Cinema, Art & Community right in the Heart of one of California’s 14 Designated Cultural Districts. Championed by the Universally Felt Subjects of Perseverance, Coexistence, Environment & yes, The Surf, We Invite both Filmmakers and Movie Lovers alike to Experience what North County San Diego in 2026 has to Offer in local and international Filmmaking. Presented by our Sponsors at Visit Oceanside, we’ll see you at the Movies! Oceanside Int'l Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram

Gather together on the eve of the Summer Solstice as The Chapel at Liberty Station is transformed into a sanctuary of light and sound. Ritual:Solstice is an immersive one-night experience where art, music, and movement converge to mark the turning of the season. Experience immersive art installations from Ten Six Pines along with live music from Future is Color jazz cat Riva and choreography and dance by Beth Guerrette and company. A sensory experience built around the sacred act of transition, offered to San Diego for one night only. An elevated art experience and one of a kind event. Specialty cocktails by Snake Oil Cocktail Co. Additional details to be announced. Tickets: $35 in advance, $45 at the door. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Performances begin at 8:30 p.m. Limited capacity.

Learn the Art of Intarsia Woodworking! Sunday, August 9, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Join us in the woodshop for this 5-hour intarsia woodworking workshop! Intarsia is a woodworking technique that involves the use of varied shapes of wood to create an image or pattern. In this class, we will cover shop safety and how to use a scroll saw, as well as best practices for sanding and finishing. Students will choose from a template to transfer to their wood, creating a mosaic-like decorative wall piece. Template options will be provided, and may be altered and edited based on skill level. At the end of the workshop, each student will leave with their own intarsia project. Materials are provided. We recommend students bring their own eye protection, ear protection & apron, but we have some for borrow if needed. Aprons for sale here. No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome. Students are welcome to bring a lunch or snack for a break mid-class. • Military & first responders discounts • Scholarships available • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.

This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Kate Tova's burnout-inspired art; Print Day in May; "To Catch a Fish"; Small Press Nite; San Diego Underground Film Festival; Phil Geraldi; Olive Klug and more.

The 2026 San Diego International Fringe Festival runs for 12 days with new venues from Poway to Ensenada, international artists and the World Fringe Congress coming to San Diego.

The Senate confirmed Blanche by a 50-49 vote early Saturday morning, elevating President Trump's former personal lawyer to head the Justice Department.

Gov. Gavin Newsom made job training and the creation of a master plan for career education part of his agenda. Now, key workforce initiatives may get no new funding.