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Enjoy a morning learning about and stewarding the special habitats of the San Diego River Mouth! This event will include rotations so you can enjoy all the site has to offer, including: * Document the biodiversity of the beautiful San Diego Estuary as part of the City Nature Challenge! The City Nature Challenge is a global event where cities around the world compete to document as many species as possible in their urban areas. During this event, you'll learn how to collect essential species information by documenting plants and animals using the iNaturalist app on your smartphone. Your data collection will make a big difference by contributing to local and statewide conservation efforts. * Take a tour and guided nature walk led by our knowledgeable docents. * Finally, pitch in to help protect this rare habitat by removing invasive, non-native plants, repairing the protective sand fence, and removing trash. Here are a few tips to help you prepare for the event: -Bring one smartphone or camera per group to participate in the iNaturalist activity -Familiarize yourself with the iNaturalist app: Watch this video -Check-In: 7:45 a.m., meet on the grass between the parking lot, the San Diego River Trail, and Ocean Villa Inn -Attire: Long pants are recommended and closed-toe shoes are required -Other Items to Bring: reusable water bottle, hat, other forms of sun protection -Weather: Light rain will not cancel the event -For safety reasons, no pets are allowed at this event -There are restroom facilities at this location -Family friendly (youth 4 and over with supervision, 14 and over with adult signature) Visit: https://sandiegoriver.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1038724 SD River Park Foundation on Instagram and Facebook

PUBLIC THERAPY THEATRE! Join master self-expression facilitator Tes Kempner for an electrifying evening of release, empowerment, and creativity! You’ll have the chance to free pent-up energy, unlock suppressed joy, and express yourself in ways you never thought possible. Each session, a few volunteers will have the chance to “theatricalize” personal stories in a transformative way. Sing, dance, shout, laugh, cry—spectate or participate in a safe, supportive, and dynamic space where all authentic expression is welcome. No performance experience required! About the Instructor: Tes Kempner has 3+ decades of experience as a public expressor – actor, singer, workshop leader, speaker, teacher, performance coach, shamanic sound healer, mediator and non-denominational minister.

President Trump and the first lady welcomed an estimated 40,000 people to the South Lawn of the White House on Monday for its annual Easter egg roll event. The annual tradition dates back to the presidency of Rutherford B. Hayes, and save for war and food shortages, has been a mainstay of Pennsylvania Avenue since 1878.

A fundraiser for California History & Art Program presented by Friends of Carrillo Ranch, Inc. Enjoy the warm spirit of hospitality that Leo Carrillo made famous at his ranch by attending the Fiesta at the Rancho. Guests will enjoy an evening with live entertainment, a hosted bar and a delicious meal set outdoors amidst the tranquil beauty of Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park. This special evening benefits the California History & Art Program at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park. Over 1,200 local fourth-grade students will have the opportunity to visit Carrillo Ranch, to share in Leo’s vision of early California life and participate in an interactive art lesson. Your support and fundraising proceeds allow this award-winning program to be offered to all fourth-grade students in the City of Carlsbad at no cost. All tickets include: Signature cocktail and beverages from the hosted bar Dinner and live entertainment Expansive silent auction featuring unique items from local businesses Events may modify or cancel due to inclement weather. Visit: https://www.carlsbadca.gov/departments/parks-recreation/programs-and-events/special-events/fiesta-at-the-rancho Leo Carrillo Ranch on Instagram and Facebook

In this class, we will draw from classical and modern art masters who worked on toned paper. You will learn how to use the tone of the paper plus white to create dynamic and expressive drawings. This course will sharpen your skills in rendering form, value, and texture. Basic composition, anatomy, and perspective will also be taught. Materials: You do not need everything on this list. Buy only the medium or supplies you want to work with. Pan Pastel: black and white, two triangle-shaped wands, one for each. Charcoal: Black or Sanguine charcoal pencils such as General’s 2B and 4B; compressed charcoal sticks or a small stick of soft vine charcoal. General’s White Charcoal Pencil (extra—General’s White Drawing stick, White Conte Crayon, or White Nu Pastel). Blending stump, small and medium; sharpener and/or craft knife and sanding pad. Kneaded eraser, Tombow MONO zero Eraser (extra—White Vinyl Eraser, Faber-Castell Perfection Eraser #7056 and 7058). Drawing Pad or individual sheets 11” x 14” or 18” x 24”; Strathmore 400 Series toned grey or newsprint. Small, soft brush for moving the charcoal around on the paper (extra—flat brush for removing eraser). Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

A new report from the group Common Sense Media shows teens are experimenting with AI "companions" designed to provide deep conversations and advice.

Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros is an annual global celebration that honors children and books. This year, Mission Valley Library will host a Día party focused on international fairy tales. Enjoy crafts, games, and face-painting! This program is recommended for babies through age 9. We encourage fairy tale costume attire! No registration is required. In addition, the San Diego State University Language Lab will offer speech and language resources for families. Special thanks to the Friends of the Mission Valley Library for financial support. Audience: Recommended for kids ages 0-9. Visit: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/once-upon-library-celebrate-dia-fairy-tales-around-world-444727

Join us for two talks this Friday. At 1 p.m. "The Mingei International Museum" with Kristi Ehrig-Burgess, Lead Library and Archives Specialist. Learn about The Frances Hamilton White Art Reference Library at Mingei International Museum. A unique a public/private space adjacent to the exhibition galleries. Join us for an overview of the library’s five year transformation from hidden gem to accessible resource. At 2:30 p.m. "Fentanyl Project" with Steve Breen, Inewsource. Fentanyl is driving overdose deaths in San Diego and beyond. Steve Breen explores the problem and its human toll. Join us this and every Friday for fun, informative, inspired talks. Our 30th year. Come early for a good seat. Parking permits required lot 1B Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

Please join us on Friday for "Stripper Energy" with Beth Accomando KPBS Arts & Culture Reporter. "Stripper Energy," a new six-part video podcast by KPBS, reveals a little-known San Diego civil rights story of dancers who fought back against corruption and abuses of power for decades from the unlikely stage of a strip club. At 2:30 p.m. "Luther and Olive Gage, Carlsbad Pioneers" presented by Jo Ellen Guthrie, Author. With Olive’s money and Luther’s proficiency in flower cultivation, this couple helped develop not only splendid flora but transformed Carlsbad into the city it is today. Parking passes required, come early for a good seat. LIFE members support student Scholarships so join us! Visit: https://www.miracosta.edu/community/life.html

The San Diego Museum of Art joins the Classics Philharmonic to bring their European Masters Collection to life in an exhilarating fusion of art and music. Imagination, creativity and collaboration unite in a vibrant world where masterpieces sing and melodies paint. - Featuring Conductor Dana Zimbric & The Classics Philharmonic Orchestra - Designed for Pre-K – 6th Grade - Social-Emotional Learning & Diverse Music - CA Arts Standards & Lesson Plans Included - Classroom Docents (request when you register) Balboa Theatre is located at 868 Fourth Ave, San Diego, 92101 (Downtown) – paid parking at Horton Plaza Garage – $10 Joan B. Kroc Theatre is at 6611 University Ave, San Diego, 92115 – free parking. - Wednesday, May 7: Joan B. Kroc Theatre – 11:30 a.m. (Limited availability) - Thursday, May 8: Joan B. Kroc Theatre – 11:30 a.m. (Limited availability) - Friday, May 9: Balboa Theatre – 10:45 a.m. (Limited availability) Price: - Title 1 Schools: $5 per person - Non-Title 1 Schools: $7 per person - Homeschool Groups/Individual Tickets: $8 per person - Please note – For Title 1 & Non-Title 1 Schools: Teachers are free Visit Classics 4 Kids on Facebook / Instagram