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It's a day of remembrance, mourning and celebration as thousands gather in Rome to pay their respects and say farewell to Pope Francis.

Learn how to reduce your impact on the environment at this zero-waste event, that will be packed with hands-on green activities! You will find environmentally-friendly lifestyle ideas, at exhibits ranging from green energy conservation to how to properly compost food waste. Want even more in-depth knowledge? Bring any item you have that needs fixing—electronics, sewing, mechanical or otherwise–to the Fix-it-Clinic. One of our experts will help you diagnose and fix the problem.Don’t forget to make your way to Bayfront Park Earth-Day style! Opt for your human-powered vehicle (your bike!) and check it at our designated bike-only valet! With dozens of green vendors, live and interactive entertainment, organic food and more, come join the this diverse celebration for the whole community! This FREE event, organized by the City of Chula Vista, welcomes all ages, so gather your friends and family to show Mother Nature some love this Earth Day!Activities: Fix-it-Clinic. Repair extends the life and reduces the environmental footprint of devices, furnishings and objects. Have something that needs fixing from lighting and gadgets to small electronics and mechanical devices? Bring them in! Mend your favorite outfit. Repair road and mountain bikes. One of our experts will help you evaluate, diagnose, and fix it if they can.· Workshops. Upcycle your plain (light-colored) garments and fabrics into original, colorful creations at the Tie-Dye Workshop. Mend garments as well.· Live Entertainment. All-day performances include the Bob Marley tribute band One Drop Redemption and DJ/host DJ A-One, with more entertainment to come.· Dozens of Green Vendors. Everything sustainable and eco-conscious, from home furnishings to jewelry and apparel to garden gadgets, as well as exhibits and booths from local nonprofits. Previous participants have included: the American Lung Association; Big Bully Turf; Cabrillo National Monument; Chula Vista Water Sports and Ocean Connectors with The Kayak Café; Citizens Climate Lobby; Creation Care Ministry; Earth Discovery Institute; Health Education Program; Living Coast Discovery Center; MAAC Project; Otay Water District; Paint N Play; Renewal by Andersen; San Diegans for Gun Violence Prevention; San Diego 350; San Diego Community Power; San Diego Gas & Electric; San Diego Green Building Council; South Bay Sustainable Communities & Y4SF; Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance; System Pavers; Wheelhouse Credit Union; and many more.· Artist Alley. Enjoy the sight of beautiful art creations with environmentally safe art exhibits at the Artist Alley. There will be at least three live painters on-site, and many artists will be present to talk about their works. Some items will be available for purchase.· Kid Zone. Paint or decorate free (one per household) kitchen waste caddies! Make piñatas out of recyclables! Visit live animals and learn about conservation in the Living Coast Discovery Center! Interactive sorting games! Coloring! Conservation corn hole!· Food Trucks. The San Diego area’s most diverse array of food truck options.· Compost Giveaway. Learn about the benefits of compost and take a small sample home.· Free Bike Valet. Don’t forget to make your way to Bayfront Park Earth-Day style! Opt for your human-powered vehicle (your bike!) and check it at our designated bike-only valet!· Refresh Zone sponsored by San Diego Community Power. Next to the bike valet where guests can charge e-bikes and phones in a comfortable area.Interested in being a vendor or sponsor? We would love to have you take part! Let us know your details with the contact form below.Visit: South Bay Earth DaySouth Bay Earth Day on Instagram and Facebook

Please join Kids for Peace for a magical evening of peace, love and celebration. We are thrilled to host the 2025 Peace Hero Gala honoring Abby Wambach, the inspirational role model chosen by Kids for Peace youth around the world. Abby is a two-time Olympic gold medalist, FIFA World Cup Champion, best selling author, and trailblazing advocate for equality, inclusion and empowerment.We will come together to celebrate not only our esteemed Peace Hero, but also our sponsors, donors, volunteers and program participants! The night will be full of heartfelt moments, great food, drinks and entertainment! We hope you will support us and join this very special event.Visit: https://peacehero.kidsforpeaceglobal.org/Kids for Peace on Instagram and Facebook

Directed by Becks Redman A pandemic-era journey into family history. In this poignant and gripping drama, Rachel delves into her grandparents' World War II survival story while displaced during the pandemic. As she immerses herself in their experiences—escaping the Nazis and traversing the battlefields of Soviet Russia—Rachel confronts her emotional battles, especially with her non-Jewish partner. This play examines the hunger to understand family history, the complexities of survival, and the often-difficult truths that come with it—a timely exploration of intergenerational trauma and identity that resonates long after the final scene.Visit: https://www.theoldglobe.org/pdp/arts-engagement/2025/the-360-project/jfest-variations-of-crossing-the-alps/#?startDate=2025-04-01&%3FendDate=2025-04-30The Old Globe on Instagram and Facebook

The San Diego Spring Home/Garden Show returns to the historic Del Mar Fairgrounds, where the Show has been part of the community for 40 years. It is a two-day extravaganza of demonstrations, hundreds of home-improvement products and services, exhibitors, plant sales, and face-to-face consultations with top experts—all with the convenience of one-stop shopping for everything pertaining to home and garden, inside and outside. The San Diego Spring Home Garden Show is Southern California’s largest Home & Garden Show for several reasons: Face to Face interaction with hundreds of high quality home improvement contractors and garden experts. The Show focuses on San Diego-area experts, services, products, and businesses, a San Diego County Show made for San Diegans. Visitors find everything they need to save time and money improving, refreshing, or remodeling their home and outdoor surroundings—from the latest in appliances to garden lighting, from BBQ’s to security systems, from baths to sunrooms, Energy efficient lighting to Solar, even ADU options. It’s everything for the home inside and outside, and all in one place!In addition to a huge main hall where hundreds of exhibitors showcase the newest products and hottest trends, all at special low show prices, and Exclusive show offers, plus several unique home and garden features. To make your experience more enjoyable, there will be live music and an available Bar. Admission to the Show is FREE for both Saturday and Sunday!* “The Garden Marketplace”—Shop at a grand nursery of the freshest plants for sale direct from San Diego area garden and non-profit plant societies, specialty growers and wholesalers at low Show prices. FREE horticultural advice from Master Gardeners. Plus, Face-to-Face meetings with some of San Diego’s top garden experts; gain priceless hands-on knowledge for your home projects, from landscaping to vegetable gardening and fruit trees. • Bargains!-- The San Diego Spring Home/Garden Show is a home and garden shopper’s paradise. Special pricing is a big attraction for any homeowner looking for deep one-time-only savings. The Exhibitors offer an ideal opportunity to easily arrange for multiple bids on any home project, be it shutters, doors, windows, skylights, or hundreds of other essentials. Save TIME and MONEY!Contact: James Scannell 858.350.3738 x 801Gloria Valenti 619.300.6623jim@sandiegohomegardenshows.comVisit: https://www.delmarfairgrounds.com/events/2025/spring-homegarden-showDel Mar Fairgrounds on Instagram and Facebook

On this 3 mile, easy-paced book club run, we explore several of the institutions and public places funded by Ellen Browning Scripps’ philanthropy. It wasn’t until 1900, when she was 61 years old, that she moved to La Jolla and would begin her philanthropic endeavors. The New York Times estimates she gave over $44 million in 2023 dollars before she died in 1932. A champion of many causes, Scripps funded institutions to support women’s education, the labor movement, and public access to science, the arts, and education.During the route for this Read & Run on the Road event, created and led by Chelsey Stone, we’ll stop at several different locations Ellen Browning Scripps funded and finish for a post-run discussion with historian Carol Olten at the La Jolla Historical Society.Visit: Read & Run on the Road: Running Tour of Ellen Browning Scripps

Visions Museum of Textile Art (VMOTA), a non-profit organization that celebrates and advances contemporary quilting and textile art, proudly hosts its inaugural Threads of Time fundraiser event that will be held at its museum that is located in the Arts District Liberty Station.On Saturday, April 26, 2025, the public is invited to participate in this event which is more than just a fundraiser; it is an opportunity to come together as a community, experience the creativity of wearable art, and connect over shared stories, food, and laughter.The event will include the following:· A Wearable Art Show, featuring garments inspired by historical events and reimagined for modern expression.· A Hands-On Art Engagement, where community members can create and explore textile art firsthand.· A lively atmosphere of gathering over delicious food and drinks, fostering meaningful connections.· Silent and Live Auctions, showcasing a stunning collection of artwork, experiences, and exclusive items, all to support our goal of raising necessary funds to empower artists and sustain our mission.The event starts at 5:30 pm with delicious food and drinks along with an art engagement where attendees can create and explore textile art firsthand. A wearable art show, featuring garments inspired by historical events and reimagined for modern expression from Mesa Fashion Program at Mesa College. The live and silent auction, which will showcase a stunning collection of artwork, experiences and exclusive items, will run until 8 p.m. to support VMOTA’s goal of raising the necessary funds to empower artists and sustain their mission of fostering connection, dialogue and inspiration.Early bird tickets for the Threads of Time event are on sale now for $25/ticket at https://vmota.org/classes/threads-of-time-spring-auction-event/. Ticket prices go up on April 1, 2025.About Visions Museum of Textile Arts: The museum celebrates and advances contemporary quilting and textile art through exhibitions that explore cultural traditions, contemporary relevance, and innovative creativity. By fostering connection, dialogue, and inspiration, we empower individuals to appreciate, engage with, and contribute to the rich legacy and evolving practice of textile art, building a community that values diversity, creativity, and shared experiences. Learn more at www.vmota.orgVisions Museum of Textile Arts on Facebook / Instagram

Pope Francis will be buried in St. Mary Major church, not Saint Peter's Basilica, in a break with tradition.

For musicians like Rhiannon Giddens and Rissi Palmer, trying to break down doors in the folk and country music scenes has been a long road. A festival in Durham this weekend aims to remedy that.

New Art Gallery Coming Spring 2025The Kruglak Art Gallery is closed for the fall semester as we await the opening of our brand-new gallery, which will be located within the new Media Arts Center, adjacent to the Art Department. In the meantime, the Art Department is planning fall art events. The first event will be an exciting virtual art exhibit that will be available for viewing on the Kruglak Gallery website in the fall, please watch for announcements of other art events. Through My Lens // Virtual Art ExhibitThe practice of the artists in this show is diverse and runs the gamut from historic processes to experimental digital systems. “Through my Lens” features the art of Chris Ferreria, Lauren Greenwald, Aaron Pedro, and Benjamin Poarch. Ferreria works both in color and black and white. He uses both abstract and representational imagery to explore and understand the tensions between the public and private dimensions of identity formation, and perception in society. Greenwald is a visual artist working in photography and video, using a range of traditional and contemporary methods to explore landscape, perception, and the experiential. Pedro is deeply attuned to his surroundings. The ocean, in particular, is his greatest muse. Photographing the ocean at dusk, he uses long exposure techniques to emphasize the movement of waves and clouds. Through photo-compositing, blending portraiture with landscapes and seascapes, he creates photographs that evoke both emotion and conceptual art, offering a new perspective on scenic photography. Poarch uses a unique process to create his images called a tintype. A tintype is a photograph made by creating a direct positive on a thin sheet of metal. Also included will be work created by Tim Faris, CJ Heyliger, Bekkah Walker, and Patricia Zambrano.Visit: https://www.artdoc.photo/online-exhibition/through-my-lens