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Explore clay surface design techniques — Sgraffito & Stencils! Tuesdays, June 10, 17, 24, July 1 & 15, From 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., with the last class of the series from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. In this 5-week series, students will learn the basics of handbuilding to create functional pieces with an emphasis on decorative techniques. Working with mid fire clay, we will explore various methods of building forms and decorative techniques with underglazes and slips. Students will complete multiple projects throughout the course while applying handmade stencils and layering techniques with colorful patterns as well textured colorful designs using the sgraffito technique. Students will be able to utilize a wide array of glazes and colors through the course. All materials provided. Ages 15+ welcome! • Military, first responders and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • Homeschool funds accepted: Click here for enrollment details. • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Visit: 5-Week Surface Design | Sgraffito & Stencils San Diego Craft Collective on Instagram and Facebook

The move suspends a policy that shares parking meter revenue with business groups. Critics said the policy created an unnecessary layer of bureaucracy.

Blue jeans, dusty boots, and the sound of live music are back with the final show in North City's free outdoor concert series, North City LIVE, on October 25 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Music by Eras will be performing "The Heartland," an all-American celebration of classic rock, folk and Americana, capturing the sounds of denim, dust and dreams. The evening will include era-inspired decor, games, and a lively dance area, with attendees encouraged to dress the part and bring lawn chairs, denim jackets and dancing shoes. Before and during the event, the streets of North City will be alive with activity. Concertgoers can stroll the walkable neighborhood, explore inviting public spaces and colorful artwork and choose from a lineup of local eateries like A Lo Fresco, Buona Forchetta, Maya’s Cookies, Wynston’s Ice Cream, Milonga Empanadas, Draft Republic, and more. For more information, visit https://www.northcity.com/ or follow North City on Instagram @northcitysandiego.

Dr. Zeke Emanuel, a renowned U.S. health policy physician, takes on the wellness industry with a back-to-basics approach to optimizing good health.

No discussion of the midyear pop charts would be complete without a breakdown of contenders for the honorific "song of the summer."

Resonance is a free, all-ages event hosted by St. Brigid’s Episcopal Church and Oceanside Theatre Company, that builds community through creative expression. Held in OTC's Studio 219 (219 North Coast Highway), this is a space for all creatively-inclined people — artists, musicians, writers, and more — to showcase their work and to practice spontaneous creation together. It’s not quite an open mic, jam session, drum circle, or art night — but it has elements of all of these. All are welcome to participate as much or as little as they choose. If you’d prefer to just come and enjoy the vibe and performances, you are welcome to do that too. St. Brigid’s Episcopal Church on Facebook / Instagram Oceanside Theatre Company on Facebook / Instagram

Chaired by Anna Haudenschild Meier, Jennifer Nelson, and Alex High, The Avant Garde Ball invites you to celebrate the fusion of art, music, and fashion in a way that San Diego has never experienced before. Save the date—Saturday, May 3, 2025—for a night of self-expression, where art extends beyond the gallery walls and MCASD transforms into a living runway. Guests are encouraged to let the works of contemporary art inspire their Avant Garde attire—fashion as bold, captivating, and expressive as the pieces on display. Please note: The Avant Garde Ball is a 21+ event. Tickets MCASD on Instagram and Facebook

Each ceremony will celebrate sports and soccer, reflecting the host nations' cultures. Canada will use a mosaic, Mexico will feature papel picado, and the U.S. will have a glowing cup.

You are warmly invited to Rhythm of the Earth, the Third Annual Mindful Music Festival at Deer Park Monastery—a joyful day where music, mindfulness, and nature come together in harmony. Founded by Thich Nhat Hanh, Deer Park will host this special gathering on May 9 from 1–9:30 p.m. across its beautiful 400-acre landscape in Escondido. This in-person festival is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect—with the rhythms of the Earth, with one another, and with the simple joy of being alive. Expect soulful music, calming rhythms, mindful activities, and a welcoming community rooted in peace and positive energy. Bring your friends, your smile, and your open heart for a day of good tunes, mindful presence, and celebration in nature—all in support of the Thich Nhat Hanh School of Interbeing, a new K-5 school dedicated to integrating mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and academic excellence for the next generation. Lineup Born I Alyson Greenfield Free Cloud Collective, an all-star ensemble featuring Alex Cline, Joshua White, Dwight Trible, Chris DiMeglio, and Peter Kuhn Joe Reilly and the Community Gardeners Nhu-Mai Nguyen Makeda Makossa & the World Beat Drum and Dance Tribal Land Acknowledgement and Drum Circle Chamsori Drummers Deer Park Choir and Monastic band Most of our lineup includes Plum Village mindfulness practitioners, including four Lay Dharma Teachers, infusing the entire festival with the energy of mindfulness and compassion for all beings.

We hear from Public Matters reporter Amita Sharma about the local connections to Charlie Kirk and the impact of his killing. Then, some San Diegans trying to get a COVID vaccine are running into obstacles. Plus, we have some weekend events to check out.