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This weekend in the arts: Delana Delgado's analog photography, a giant refugee puppet, woven craft, contemporary dance, Balanchine, new compositions, small press literature and more.

Belarusians in San Diego made their opposition to Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko’s support of Russian President Vladamir Putin loud and clear over the weekend, by holding a protest in Balboa Park. In other news, the Cal State University system just introduced a new option for high school graduates who want a guaranteed acceptance after completing community college. Plus, we hear about the connection between San Diego Opera’s latest production and Star Wars.

The San Diego Chorus is currently auditioning treble singers for all voice parts. RSVP for our Guest Open House on May 24 to learn more! Women and non-binary treble singers are welcome! RSVP to an upcoming Guest Open House or drop in on any of our casual weekly rehearsals to learn more about our year-round, soft audition process. The San Diego Chorus meets on Wednesdays from 6:45 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. in Room 207 of the Casa del Prado building of Balboa Park. Experience the JOY of singing 4-part, a cappella harmony for yourself. You'll meet a dedicated, talented and passionate group of singers ready to welcome you with open arms. RSVP today and we'll be standing by to greet and guide you every step of the way.

This weekend in the arts: Ethan Chan at OMA; Shellie Zhang and Lei Liang in conversation (and performance) at ICA North; Eva Struble at the Athenaeum; "Blues in the Night" at North Coast Repertory Theatre; Edgar Allan Poe at Junior Theatre; Hyeyeon Kim at Best Practice and more.

This weekend in the arts: Contemporary Korean polychrome painting; San Diego Art Prize; a play about an "it girl" sex worker in 19th century England; haunted dance; spooky Shakespeare; Dìa de los Muertos; experimental bassoon; live music picks and more.

The SD City Council Environment Committee approved San Diego to become a Bee City on April 20th! Just in time! World Bee Day is May 20th! Balboa Park is celebrating World Bee Day at the Japanese Friendship Garden. Family friendly, kid friendly hands-on activities, educational displays and Live Buzzing Bees will be there to raise awareness of the vital importance of bees and all pollinators, the threats they face and actions every individual can take to protect them. Groups with displays at the event include The Air & Space Museum, The Natural History Museum, CA Native Plant Society, WriteOutLoud Storytelling, Hives for Heroes (Veterans beekeeping group), The San Diego Beekeeping Society, Japanese Friendship Garden, San Diego Seed Swap, Garden and Nature Clubs! For more information visit: niwa.org

This weekend in the arts: a Project [BLANK] group show; "Arrested Motion" at Thumbprint; "Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations" at the Civic Theatre; experimental music and literature at Witches' Tower in Presidio Park; Schubert's "Winterreise" at Le Salon de Musiques; and the soundON festival at the Athenaeum.

Join HandsOn San Diego Tuesday May 23, for our first VolunBEERS event of the year at Pure Project Balboa Park! VolunBEERS is your opportunity to give back to the San Diego community through volunteer service while enjoying the best beer San Diego has to offer! During this edition of VolunBEERS, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy the latest in craft brews from Pure Project while making no-sew pillows for Dreams for Change participants in their Safe Parking Program. The mission of Dreams for Change responds to the needs of communities by creating innovative and cost-effective programs to empower the lives of underserved families and individuals in order to reach financial and housing stability. The pillows created at this event will be donated to their Safe Parking Program that provides supportive services and a safe place to park for families and individuals who are living in their vehicles. Space and supplies are limited, so we recommend buying your tickets early. Purchase your tickets today and join us for our unique volunteer event that provides everyone an opportunity to give back to our San Diego community by supporting local agencies and breweries while having fun with arts and crafts. Drink Deal tickets are only $25 and include project supplies + one pour from Pure Project. General admission is $20. Can't make this event but still want to make an impact? Consider making a donation instead. HandsOn San Diego is a 501(c)3 organization that is funded primarily through donations and corporate sponsors. Your donations help us continue our mission to strengthen communities through volunteer action, leading to a thriving community where everyone is empowered to be an active participant in creating positive change without barriers. Learn more and get tickets: handsonsandiego.org

This weekend in the arts: Disco Riot's dance and karaoke night, ballet, Danielle Dean, Walter Cotten, MOPA, Globe For All's free Shakespeare, "Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," Lila Downs and more.

Preview the 2023-24 offerings with general director David Bennett.