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After a sold-out opening night, the festival returns April 17-19 with new screenings at the Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park.

Presented by Soda Bar All ages event at Quartyard - San Diego. Vincent Neil Emerson has become a staple among folk and country music fans nationwide, celebrated for his honest tales of life on the road, heartbreak, and struggles of all sorts. His first LP, "Fried Chicken & Evil Women," from 2019, established him as a refreshing voice in the modern country music landscape. The songs from that first album were charming and playful songs, but didn't reveal the entirety of Emerson's story. On his brilliant new album, "The Golden Crystal Kingdom," Emerson transcends the role of a honky-tonk country singer and becomes a chronicler of his history. The album is a bold continuation of the story he tells on Vincent Neil Emerson, with songs like the title track exploring the feelings he was left with after his days spent playing in Texas honky-tonks and dancehalls, and the track "The Time of The Rambler," inspired by the early days of living in his car and busking on the streets. Vincent Neil Emerson on Facebook / Instagram

As California gas prices reach highest mark in four years, the timing couldn’t be better for drivers looking to save at the pump heading into peak travel season. On Thursday, May 7, Circle K will offer up to 40 cents off each gallon of fuel* from 4 to 7 p.m. local time at participating San Diego locations. Customers can redeem the discount directly at the pump, with Inner Circle members unlocking early access starting at 12:01 a.m. And the savings don't stop there. May 7 also kicks off Circle K's "Fuel Your Summer" Sweepstakes in honor of America's 250th birthday – giving Inner Circle members a chance to win one of 250 $315 Circle K gift cards, with winners selected weekly through July 4. Simply enter your phone number at the pump when fueling up. Circle K is also rolling out summer-long deals in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, including: $2.50 meal deals (hot dog + drink) $2.50 Budget Car Wash at participating locations And in the spirit of America's 250th, Circle K is giving back to the community all summer long, starting with support of the Children of the Fallen Patriots Foundation – a nonprofit dedicated to providing college scholarships to military children who have lost a parent in the line of duty: 10% of Fuel Day profits (4–7 p.m., May 7) – up to $250,000 In-store customer roundups (May 13–June 30) Additional joint donation from Circle K and PepsiCo Find participating locations + follow along with all the summer deals, visit circlek.com/america-250.

Lil is obsessed with the art, strength and beauty of Mixed Martial Arts, inspired by her older brother Big, a star of the local MMA circuit. But they haven’t spoken in years — until she suddenly appears at his door. Ngozi Anyanwu’s searing new play explores sibling bonds, reunions and the fight to build a life you can be proud of. Through the propulsive lens of MMA, Big and Lil’s story fuses the poetry of words and symphony of movement into a stylish, gritty and action-charged love story between estranged siblings. La Jolla Playhouse on Facebook / Instagram

Screenings include both films. "Chime": A masterclass in escalating dread and shocking violence, "Chime" reaffirms Kiyoshi Kurosawa as one of modern horror’s most innovative and unpredictable visionaries. During a class, culinary instructor Matsuoka (Mutsuo Yoshioka) witnesses the suicide of a young student (Seiichi Kohinata), driven to insanity by what he claims is a chiming sound that controls his mind. Soon, Matsuoka begins hearing it, too, and descends into a mental abyss that warps his perception of reality and gives vent to his darkest impulses. Expertly blending psychological portraiture and hallucinatory mystery, Kurosawa offers a chilling depiction of madness that interrogates the very stability of our everyday existence, with the director’s patented creeping tracking shots and complex sound design fashioning an immersively terrifying and unnerving cinematic experience. CHIME will only be available in theaters and will never be released on streaming platforms. (2024, 45 minutes) "Serpent’s Path": Straight off Cure, his international breakthrough, Kiyoshi Kurosawa directed two low-budget films using the same basic premise and the same lead actor (Sho Aikawa) to completely different ends. The experiment first resulted in "Serpent’s Path," a dark gangland thriller with philosophical overtones. Obsessed with avenging his young daughter’s murder, yakuza subordinate Miyashita (Teruyuki Kagawa) recruits Nijima (Aikawa), a brilliant yet strangely detached math teacher, to help carry outcarry out a scheme to kidnap and torture the man allegedly responsible. But the plan goes awry when their target, Otsuki (Yurei Yanagi), fingers another mobster as the mastermind behind Miyashita’s tragedy. As the two partners ascend the yakuza chain of command in search of the true culprit, Miyashita and Nijima follow the cold, calculating logic of revenge, descending into a moral abyss from which they may never surface. Featuring Kurosawa’s patented long takes and his claustrophobic arrangement of space, "Serpent’s Path" is one of the legendary director’s most chilling investigations into the endless cycle of violence and the evil that lodges in every heart. (1998, 85 min) Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

Winner of Best Narrative Feature at the 33rd San Diego Latino Film Festival! In 1960s Peru, a privileged French-Peruvian woman is cast out of elite society after her husband’s betrayal and forced to confront the world she was raised to ignore. Through unexpected alliances and a daring culinary venture, she discovers the country’s true identity—and reshapes her own. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

In the late 1990s, eight-year-old Sasha and her Hungarian immigrant family relocate to a new home on Vancouver Island. Their fresh start is interrupted by increasingly dangerous behavior from Jeremy, the family's oldest child. At wit’s end, their parents are presented with a shattering choice. Award-winning director Sophy Romvari’s feature debut is a lyrical and profound testament to the things we carry with us, masterfully chronicling the haze of a languid summer and the hyaline clarity of the moments that defined it. Digital Gym Cinema on Facebook / Instagram

Father’s Day Butcher Box – $250 Give Dad the ultimate grill-and-chill gift this Father’s Day. This premium box is packed with everything he needs to fire up a feast: 8oz Filet Flat Iron 12oz New York Strip 16oz Bone-In Ribeye 4 Wagyu Beef Hot Links Plus, the flavor game is strong with: Huntress Signature Steak Rub Smoked Tomato Compound Butter Umami Steak Marinade And to top it all off: A small grill A limited-edition growler in collab with Culture Brewing Limited availability. Must order by June 11th. Secure yours now—before they’re gone. Visit: Father's Day at Huntress Huntress on Instagram and Facebook

Get ready for retro beach vibes, lawn games, live music, giveaways, epic photo ops, and nonstop family fun. San Diego Moms’ annual Father’s Day celebration returns Sunday, June 14th, from 10 a.m. –1 p.m. at AleSmith Brewing with this year’s theme: San Diego Dreamin’! Families can enjoy retro beach vibes, lawn games, live music, giveaways, beach-inspired photo ops, inflatables, face painting, a reptile zoo, food trucks, and fun for all ages. The event throws it back through the DADcades with Beach Boys vibes, 80s and 90s beach jams, old-school boardwalk fun, and all the nostalgic California cool Dad loves. - Kids Zone by Magic Jump Rentals - Mobile Reptile Zoo by Ecovivarium featuring 15+ reptiles - Live DJ + dance zones - Lawn games, inflatables + obstacle courses - Father’s Day crafts + card-making - VIP professional photo opportunities with Dad - AleSmith beer specials + food trucks Tickets start at $25 per family, with VIP ticket options available. Early Bird pricing is available through May 15th. This inclusive celebration welcomes all families and anyone celebrating a special father figure or VIP in their life. Rain or shine event. Most activities take place indoors. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-diego-dreamin-pre-fathers-day-beach-bash-tickets-1988899118804?aff=ebdssbdestsearch AleSmith Brewing Company on Instagram and Facebook

The San Diego Watercolor Society proudly presents the 10th Annual “Out N About Plein Air Show," juried by award-winning artist, Ken Goldman. The water-based media exhibition runs July 1 – Aug 1, 2026 at our Gallery in The ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station. The free Opening Reception is Sunday, July 5, 1-3 p.m. with over 50 ready-to-hang original paintings plus refreshments and the fellowship of other art enthusiasts. The Gallery is open Wednesday-Sunday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The paintings can also be viewed and purchased online. Please visit www.sdws.org for more information. The San Diego Watercolor Society on Facebook / Instagram