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What does liberty mean to those who serve, those who sacrifice, and the families who carry on while they are away? In Service of Liberty art exhibition artwork that explores service, sacrifice, resilience, and the meaning of freedom. From the experiences of those who have served the community to the voices of children whose parents are deployed, the exhibition offers personal perspectives on what liberty means in our lives and communities. The show runs during library hours Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., November 3 through December 30, 2026, at the San Diego Law Library, with a public reception on November 6th. Curator: Trish Stockton. Sponsor: The Veteran's Art Project

This weekend's arts top picks include "Edgeless" at SDSU University Art Gallery; Rupy Kaloti at OMA; Future Is Color celebrates Coltrane; "Our Lady of the San Diego Convention Center"; Sundance Short Film Tour; ballet in Tijuana and more.

Saturday, June 26, 2027, at 5:20 p.m. Petco Park 100 Park Blvd. San Diego, CA 92101 Get ready for a huge night of country music, sing-along anthems and stadium-sized energy when Luke Combs brings his My Kinda Saturday Night Tour 2027 to Petco Park in San Diego. Known for his powerful voice, honest songwriting and down-to-earth style, Combs has become one of country music’s biggest stars. Fans can expect a high-energy set featuring hit songs, emotional ballads and crowd favorites that have made him a fixture on country radio and stages around the world. The San Diego concert will feature a major lineup of special guests, including Treaty Oak Revival, Avery Anna, Shenandoah and Wyatt McCubbin. With live music filling Petco Park and thousands of fans singing along, the show promises to be one of the biggest country concerts of the summer. The concert begins at 5:20 p.m. on Saturday, June 26, 2027.

Cellist Paul Tseng and pianist Ching-Ming Cheng return to Intimate Classics at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, for an afternoon of beautiful music, captivating stories, and a journey from the Classical era into the heart of Romanticism. Bridge to the Romantic Era explores the remarkable transformation of music through works by Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and Saint-Saëns. The program opens with Beethoven's delightful variations on a theme from Handel's "Judas Maccabaeus," followed by his dramatic Sonata No. 2 in G minor, an early masterpiece that already hints at the emotional intensity of the Romantic era. Mendelssohn's exquisite "Romance Without Words," written for the young French cellist Lise Cristiani, offers a moment of tenderness and lyrical beauty. The afternoon culminates in Saint-Saëns' magnificent Sonata No. 1 in C minor, a work of sweeping emotion, virtuosity, and dramatic power. Along the way, Tseng will share personal stories and insights into the composers and their music, inviting audiences to discover the human stories behind these extraordinary works. Join us for an intimate afternoon of music that speaks directly to the heart. Sunday, November 8, 2026 @ 3 p.m. Center Theater California Center for the Arts, Escondido 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA Tickets: https://bit.ly/PTCMC26 This concert is generously underwritten by Jean Will Presents. Intimate Classics at the California Center for the Arts is available as a subscription discount when you buy 3 or more shows in the series. To subscribe, go to: https://bit.ly/ic2627sub California Center for the Arts, Escondido on Facebook / Instagram

Overview Celebrate San Diego's indie food culture with Akitso! Enjoy local creativity in food, art, music while supporting your local food community! What You're invited to Akitso's first annual food celebration in support of San Diego's independent food culture. We're bringing together local food, art, music, storytelling, and community for one night. Look forward to: Street Food Inspired Bites: Chef Donovan (Relic Bakery) and Chef Luis (Bica) interpret street food from Korea. Art & Photography Exhibits: Celebrating the faces and stories behind San Diego's beloved mom-and-pop food shops, created in collaboration with a local photographer Angie Huang and exhibits from local artist Zhen Xu. Raffle: Prizes featuring locally donated goods and experiences. Live Screenprinting: Limited edition Akitso merchandise in collaboration with Sunset & Brainwaves Live Vinyl DJ Sets with @atomsk_almighty Why The independent food businesses we love don't just feed our communities. They help shape them. Proceeds from this event directly support Akitso's mission of empowering independent food entrepreneurs with the design, branding, and strategy needed to build lasting neighborhood institutions. Independent food businesses contribute to our local culture. Here's a night to help cultivate it! Can’t make it? Here’s how you can support us anyway. Donate here: givebutter.com/donate-akitso About the host: Akitso is a San Diego-based nonprofit design studio helping independent food entrepreneurs thrive through professional branding, design, and strategy. Our annual food celebration highlights local food businesses while raising funds to keep our services accessible to those who could benefit from them most. Donate » https://givebutter.com/donate-akitso Akitso on Instagram

"Quilt Visions 2026" marks the 27th edition of Visions Museum of Textile Art’s International Juried Exhibition, celebrating a remarkable legacy of innovation, artistry, and excellence in contemporary quilt making. As a biennial exhibition, "Quilt Visions" has become an enduring platform for artists from around the world to share their creative voices while advancing the evolving language of textile art. This milestone exhibition highlights the extraordinary diversity of contemporary quilts, showcasing works that challenge conventions, explore new materials and techniques, and engage with personal, cultural, social, and environmental narratives. Each selected work reflects the vitality of a medium that continues to expand beyond traditional boundaries while remaining rooted in the rich history of textiles. Visions Museum of Textile Art on Facebook / Instagram

Tuesdays, December 1, 8, 15, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Ages 17+yrs welcome! Join our 3-part Batik series and discover the vibrant art of painting on silk fabric! By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a beautiful piece of silk that you can take home and use. No prior experience is necessary—just bring your creativity! All materials provided. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • If this class is full or you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List. San Diego Craft Collective on Facebook/Instagram

SAMAHAN Arts proudly shares the beauty of our heritage at the 46th Concert of Filipino Folk Dances and Music - “Sining Samahan - The Art of Coming Together”! Taking place at the Joan B. Kroc Theatre on November 14, 2026, this spectacular two-hour concert features both a matinee (2 p.m.) and evening (6 p.m.) performance. Tickets can be purchased at https://samahanarts46thConcert.eventbrite.com. We are excited to invite you to our upcoming concert showcasing traditional Filipino folk dances and rituals that bring together people from all walks of life across various villages and regions of the Philippines. This two-hour program features SAMAHAN’s rich repertoire of popular folk dances and tribal rituals, performed by our skilled, youthful and energetic dancers. You will experience colorful, authentic Filipino traditional and ethnic attire, set to choreography designed specifically for the stage. From ancient rituals and courtship to festive celebrations, the dances and songs truly capture the heart, richness, and diversity of the Philippines. The production reflects a deep, complex history woven from Indian, Chinese, Indochinese, Indonesian, and Malay roots, alongside prominent Spanish and American influences. With the lively percussion of the Pakaraguian Kulintang Ensemble, three suites will showcase indigenous traditions, featuring the cultural dances and rituals of the Maranao from Mindanao, the Sama and Tausug of the Sulu Archipelago, and the Kalingas from the Cordilleras in Northern Luzon. The choreography is inspired by authentic performances, learned by the SAMAHAN Field Research team during visits to these communities last year. Audiences will also enjoy European- and Western-influenced pieces, including the graceful Maria Clara dances and energetic rural countryside numbers brought to life by the SAMAHAN Rondalla String Ensemble. For information: https://SamahanArt.org Samahan Fil-Am Performing Arts on Facebook / Instagram

Super Girl Surf Festival is bringing a full weekend of women’s surf, sports, music and empowerment to Oceanside, California, August 21-23. Watch female athletes compete across 10 different sports, including 150+ of the world's top female surfers. Enjoy an action-packed festival village filled with interactive brand activations, female art expositions, female-led health and fitness classes, a roller rink, and FREE live music from artists like Iration, Hippie Sabotage, B.o.B, and K.Flay. Admission is completely free and open to the public. Join us at the Oceanside Pier for an unforgettable community celebration of female strength and confidence. Weekend highlights include: • World-Class Surfing & Action Sports: Catch the only WSL WQS 4000 women's surf contest in the country, a 2-day longboard competition with the Oceanside Longboard Surfing Club, all-female skateboarding, and inline/quad skating mini-ramp contests. • Beach Tournaments & Showcases: Experience non-stop elite beach volleyball, adult beach soccer tournaments (plus free youth soccer clinics), beach flag football, a female lifeguard lifesaving competition, and high-flying cheer showcase performances. • Free Fitness & Wellness Classes: Participate in 24+ free sessions including yoga, Pilates, Zumba, and fitness classes on the #GOALS Stage, plus an interactive performance and recovery panel led by Sharp Orthopedic Sports Medicine. Super Girl Festival Series on Instagram

Many now find themselves without the ability to work legally and are at risk of detention and deportation.