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Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 251 North City Drive, San Marcos (Off Hwy 78 & Twin Oaks Valley Road) Eat, drink, and be merry at the 6th Annual Holly Jolly Holiday Market - a one-day wonderland of festive fun, holiday cheer, and shopping galore! What to Expect: • 175+ local artisans, crafters & creators offering unique gifts, décor, and treats • Live holiday music to keep your spirits bright • Seasonal eats and drinks to savor • A special visit from Santa Claus from 12 p.m.–2 p.m. It’s the ultimate way to celebrate the season with family and friends while supporting local businesses and finding one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list. Free Admission & Free Parking! Park easily at: • 295 June Way • 201 Campus Way Visit northcity.com/pages/visit-us for maps & directions. Mark your calendars and join the holiday magic in San Marcos! Parking Free parking at the North City parking structure: • 295 June Way, San Marcos Plan your visit and see maps: https://www.northcity.com/pages/visit-us Be Part of the Magic Apply as a Vendor: https://eventhub.net/events/2025-Holly-Jolly-Holiday-Market_6794 Sponsor & General Info: Melanie Jamil — melanie@sanmarcoschamber.com • 760-744-1270 See you at North City for a holly jolly good time! North City on Facebook / Instagram

Join us as we celebrate the creativity and resilience of our Aging Creatively program. With support from the Conrad Prebys Foundation and San Diego Dance Theater, Cecily Holcombe, Amal Elwardi, Debra Toth-Ward, and Tina Carreras choreograph beautiful pieces that showcase our local artists, and senior dancers in a multigenerational performance that honors the body’s capacity to move, heal, and inspire at every stage of life. San Diego Dance Theater on Facebook / Instagram

Join us for an extraordinary evening where the vibrant sounds of Westwind Virtuosi strings meet the world-renowned public art of the Stuart Collection at UC San Diego! Westwind Virtuosi is thrilled to present a unique concert program on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at The BEAR, one of the iconic public art installations within the Stuart Collection at UC San Diego. Prepare for a captivating “Bridgerton Classical String Spectacular" – an enchanting musical journey featuring themes from the beloved series and more. This program celebrates the enduring power of music, traversing classical elegance, cinematic beauty, and beyond. This is a free community concert! We are immensely grateful for the generous support of the Music Performance Trust Fund and the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture, whose contributions make this event possible. Westwind Virtuosi on Facebook

The play “Shuuluk Wechuwvi – Where Lightning Was Born” highlights the deep connection between the indigenous Kumeyaay people and Tijuana River Valley. Then, FilmOut celebrates its 25th year as San Diego's LGBTQ+ film festival.

This poetry workshop explores how writing can serve as a powerful tool for self-reflection, growth, expression, and comfort. Through examples of original work, participants will see how poetry can help navigate challenges, capture emotions, gain clarity, and express joy. The first 45 minutes will focus on understanding the impact of poetry and its connection to personal experiences. Participants will then have 45 minutes to write, using prompts designed to inspire creativity and self-expression. The session will conclude with an opportunity to share work, offer constructive feedback, and engage in a collaborative critique to support growth as poets and individuals. Join us for a chance to explore, create, and connect through the art of poetry! San Diego Writers, Ink on Facebook / Instagram

FREE. Please join us for Terrific Talks! At 1 p.m. "When Has a Work of Art Changed Anything?" with Arzu Ozkal, SDSU Professor Prof. Ozkal will help us examine how art, design, and protest visuals confront authority and reclaim space, showing how sustained cultural actions over time have collectively shaped public memory and changed many elements of society. At 2:30 p.m. "My Story -- And Yours" with Ruben Navarette, Writer, Podcaster & Syndicated Columnist Nationally syndicated columnist and author Ruben Navarrette turns the lens on himself, and unpacks how the current Administration policies on Immigration Enforcement in Los Angeles radicalized him out of the center. Come early for a good parking spot and seat! To join a Zoom meeting, LIFE must have your email address in order for you to receive the invite link. Meetings will start at 12:45 p.m. (you can join 15 minutes earlier) and the speaker will start at 1 p.m. Email: life.miracosta@gmail.com

Seeds of Herbalism is for anyone wanting to build a strong foundation of learning in herbalism. My approach is broad, holistic and based in the ancient traditions of western herbalism. Together we will explore 12+ herbs, how to study herbs, herbal energetics and actions, sustainable practices for working with herbs, and the tools to develop your own connections and relationships with the plants you are drawn to. Details: Fall Cohort begins Saturday, September 20 Dates: Saturday’s - Sept 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 Time: 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | 6 Classes Location: World Beat Center Ethnobotany Peace Garden Cost: $259 Limited space. Classes frequently fill up. Everyday Plant Magic on Instagram

Step into a world of delightful distortion and curious proportions in this whimsical art class inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Participants will explore the imaginative realm of scale through the playful technique of blind contour drawing, (drawing while looking at the object, but not at the paper) creating expressive and unexpected outlines of figures and objects from the story—think tiny teacups, towering rabbits, and chairs that are comically out of size. Once the drawings are complete, we’ll bring them to life using loose, flowing watercolor washes that celebrate spontaneity and surprise—just like Wonderland itself. This class invites participants to embrace imperfection, play with scale, and enjoy the creative freedom that comes with letting go of expectations. Space is limited, registration is recommended. Please register each participant individually. Registered spots will be released to drop-ins the day of if not checked in within the first 15 minutes of workshop. About the Instructor: Robin Sanford Roberts originally studied architecture at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. After completing her studies she worked for several prominent architectural firms in Baltimore, Maryland. Her career took a turn towards a more creative path after a summer of inspirational study at Ecole des Beaux Arts in Fontainbleau, France. Robin then moved to San Diego to pursue a Masters in Fine Arts in Theatrical Set Design at the University of California San Diego. You can find her on Instagram @mizrobin or you can visit her website at robinsanfordrobertsart.com.

"Star Wars" creator George Lucas is making his first-ever Comic-Con appearance Sunday. Here's how to get into Hall H and what you need to know about lines and wristband rules.

Opening Reception: Ramsés Noriega – "Fragmentos del Barrio" Join us Thursday, August 29, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center for the opening of a powerful exhibition celebrating the work of Ramsés Noriega, a pioneering artist, political activist, and prominent voice of El Movimiento. Spanning three decades of powerful paintings, drawings, and political graphics, "Fragmentos del Barrio" honors Noriega’s vital role in shaping the Chicano Art Movement and his enduring legacy of resistance, identity, and justice. Held on the historic Chicano Moratorium anniversary, this reception is a powerful reminder of the art and activism that continue to inspire generations. Don’t miss this special evening of art, history, and community! August 29, 2025 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center
 Recepción de Apertura: Ramsés Noriega – "Fragmentos del Barrio" 
Acompáñanos el jueves 29 de agosto, de 5 p.m. a 8 p.m. en el Chicano Park Museum and Cultural Center para la inauguración de una poderosa exposición que celebra la obra de Ramsés Noriega, artista pionero, activista político y una de las voces más destacadas de El Movimiento. Con obras que abarcan tres décadas de impactantes pinturas, dibujos y gráficos políticos, "Fragmentos del Barrio" rinde homenaje al papel fundamental de Noriega en la formación del Movimiento de Arte Chicano y a su legado duradero de resistencia, identidad y justicia. Celebrada en torno al aniversario histórico del Chicano Moratorium, esta recepción es un recordatorio contundente del arte y el activismo que siguen inspirando a generaciones. ¡No te pierdas esta noche especial de arte, historia y comunidad! 29 de Agosto de 2025 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
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