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As the United States celebrates its 249th birthday, parades, fireworks shows and celebrations of all (stars and) stripes will take place throughout San Diego County.

Hours after the Trump administration proposed eliminating the National Endowment for the Arts from next year's federal budget, hundreds of arts groups in the U.S. were told their grants were canceled.

In honor of Arts, Culture and Creativity Month Escondido Choral Arts and the California Center for the Arts will host The Center Chorale, Pacific Coast Chorale, The Center Children’s Chorus, City Ballet Orchestra, Cinballera Dance Company, esteemed soloists, and professional ensembles for an extraordinary collaborative performance in the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Concert Hall. This free community concert is sponsored by the City of Escondido, as part of their Arts, Culture, & Creativity month. Conducted by ECAF Artistic Director John Nettles, the concert celebrates the diverse artistic talents within the region, offering an inspiring showcase of music, dance, and collaboration. Artist Dave Eassa will lead a collaborative art-making session during First Wednesday on April 2 in the Concert Hall Lobby. Admission is free, while it is first come first served, please RSVP to receive 20% off concessions with your printed reservation. Visit: https://artcenter.org/event/first-wednesday-escondido-choral-arts/ California Center for the Arts on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrate the grand opening of A Lo Fresco, a new fast-casual restaurant opening at North City, the vibrant mixed-use development in the heart of San Marcos. The first 50 guests will receive a free bowl, and the next 150 will receive a free juice during the all-day celebration. Founded by Olga Saldivar and Emilio Herrera, A Lo Fresco offers fresh, globally inspired, health-forward meals influenced by the couple’s travels through Mexico, Miami, Peru, and Korea. The menu includes signature bowls, wraps, hot burritos, organic sourdough toasts, cold-pressed juices, and smoothies made with nutrient-rich ingredients. Guests can also enjoy A Lo Fresco’s meal prep and catering services, designed to bring global flavor and wellness into everyday routines and events. North City is for everyone, everyday. The vibrant community offers a curated collection of housing, shopping, dining, offices, public art, family entertainment, community events, and everything in between. Come visit and enjoy a diverse retail mix, including Buona Forchetta, Copa Vida, Draft Republic, J Brix Wines, Maya’s Cookies, Mesa Rim, Milonga Empanadas, Umami Japanese, Union CoWork, Wynston’s Ice Cream, the weekly San Marcos Farmers Market, and more coming soon. Visit: https://alofresco.com/ A Lo Fresco on Instagram and Facebook

The pandemic helped supercharge a niche craft into a fine arts movement. Now the scene is more detailed and thoughtful than ever before.

“You realise that this is not usual. This is not just two good pianists playing together. They sense each other’s most small, individual little bit of interpretation.” — Sir Neville Marriner Visit: https://arthurandlucasjussen.com/ Lucas and Arthur Jussen on Facebook / Instagram

Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, California invites the community to its “Valley Vibes” summer concert series featuring a lineup of some of the area’s most talented musicians with performances on Mondays and Wednesdays (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturdays (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) now through September 1st in the AMC Theatres Court. Artists include popular performers such as David Shyde, Helena Holleran, Whitney Shay, Rachel Jay, Kai Kalama, Jemille Vialet, Fredie Walton, Jesse Ray Smith, Lee Coulter, and more, each sharing their own unique styles of rock, pop, blues, contemporary, easy listening and jazz music. July 7th: David Shyde Visit: https://www.acousticspottalent.com/event/mission-valley-david-shyde-7 David Shyde on Instagram and Facebook

Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, California invites the community to its “Valley Vibes” summer concert series featuring a lineup of some of the area’s most talented musicians with performances on Mondays and Wednesdays (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturdays (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) now through September 1st in the AMC Theatres Court. Artists include popular performers such as David Shyde, Helena Holleran, Whitney Shay, Rachel Jay, Kai Kalama, Jemille Vialet, Fredie Walton, Jesse Ray Smith, Lee Coulter, and more, each sharing their own unique styles of rock, pop, blues, contemporary, easy listening and jazz music. July 5th: Kevin Ryan Visit: https://www.acousticspottalent.com/event/mission-valley-kevin-ryan Kevin Ryan on Instagram and Facebook

Cassie B, a powerhouse performer and recording artist, will perform a mix of party music, ranging from Taylor Swift and the latest Top 40 hits to nostalgic music from the past. She has headlined stages across Southern California and performed at major venues, such as Petco Park and The Rady Shell. Come prepared to dance your heart out with Cassie B and her band. Guests are invited to bring blankets, beach chairs and picnics. Take-out meals are available across the street at Poki Bowl or from a selection of food trucks. Cassie B on Facebook / Instagram

Mission Valley, an open-air shopping center located in San Diego, California invites the community to its “Valley Vibes” summer concert series featuring a lineup of some of the area’s most talented musicians with performances on Mondays and Wednesdays (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) and Saturdays (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) now through September 1st in the AMC Theatres Court. Artists include popular performers such as David Shyde, Helena Holleran, Whitney Shay, Rachel Jay, Kai Kalama, Jemille Vialet, Fredie Walton, Jesse Ray Smith, Lee Coulter, and more, each sharing their own unique styles of rock, pop, blues, contemporary, easy listening and jazz music. July 2nd: Kai Kalama Visit: https://www.acousticspottalent.com/event/mission-valley-kai-kalama-2 Kai Kalama on Instagram