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"Sugar Rush" - OMA Artist Alliance at Sparks Gallery On View: August 9 - October 4, 2026 Reception: Sunday, August 30, 5-8 p.m. Sparks Gallery is excited to share its upcoming exhibition "Sugar Rush" that is on view from August 9 - October 4, 2026. OMA's Artist Alliance will present 29 original artworks in their third exhibition at Sparks Gallery in San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter downtown. Selected by juror Sonya Sparks, "Sugar Rush" brings together vibrant, playful, and visually striking work, such as bold, pop-inspired styles that embrace bright color and the fizzy energy of popular culture. This exhibition celebrates art that feels sweet, lively, fun, humorous, and impossible to ignore. Join us for "Sugar Rush’s" artist reception on Sunday, August 30 from 5-8 p.m. Meet the artists, enjoy the exhibition, and experience a lovely evening of art and community. Please RSVP, though admission is free. Sparks Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Water is often a scarce commodity in Nairobi's largest slum. The only source may be a local cartel — and with that comes the risk of sexual threats and attacks.

San Francisco was the gateway to the U.S. for millions of immigrants. The closure of its immigration court affects hundreds of thousands of immigration cases and deals a symbolic blow to advocates.

Ballet Folklorico Ti-Pai and Ballet Folklorico Kumeyaay will be dancing traditional dances of Mexico in a wedding themed showcase. Ballet Folklorico Ti-Pai was founded in December 2014 by its general director Eduardo Romero Murillo in the San Diego County. The main objective of the group is to promote Mexican Ballet Folklore dance arts locally, and internationally. With just 10 years of the group being founded, it has showcased traditional Dances of Mexico throughout San Diego, Tijuana and Rosarito, Las Vegas, Salinas CA. as well as winning first place and second place here at the Fiesta de Reyes competition in 2017, second place in 2018, First Place in 2019 and 1st place at Las Vegas Dance Competition. Under the general direction of Eduardo Romero & artistic director Mariana Perezchica we present to you “Ballet Folklorico Ti-Pai.”

On the first Monday of every May, the rich, famous and well-dressed gather in New York City for the Met Gala fundraiser. Ivy Buck offers a lookahead - covering this year's theme, where to watch, who's coming, and more.

Welcome to the Medium Festival of Photography — a two-day celebration of images, ideas, and connection across our creative community. Join us March 27–28, 2026 at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD), La Jolla, where photographers, curators, writers, and image-makers gather for an immersive weekend of talks, portfolio reviews, exhibitions, and community events. The Medium Festival celebrates photography’s power to shape how we see, remember, and connect — across disciplines, borders, and lived experiences. Friday, March 27 | 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Community programming at MCASD including a Community Print Hang & Swap (co-hosted with Camera Exposure + Safelight Labs, a Portfolio Walk, and a Festival Afterparty (offsite) Saturday, March 28 | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. A full day of artist talks, conversations, and public programming at MCASD, alongside the exhibition opening, hands-on activations in the Alternative Process Patio, and our Pop-Up Image Makers Market featuring artists, arts organizations, and creative businesses. From artists and educators to curators, collectors, students, and photography enthusiasts, the Medium Festival invites you to engage deeply with today’s image culture and creative community. Festival Pass Options: - Free / Pay-What-You-Can Festival Attractions - Snapshot Pass $20 ($25 at Door) - Full Frame Pass $140 / $70 Full Time Student ($150 / $75 at Door) - Platinum Print Pass $279 ($295 at Door) Medium Photo on Facebook / Instagram

Campland on the Bay and Mission Bay RV Resort will welcome campers to Mission Bay this Memorial Day Weekend with four days of outdoor recreation, waterfront experiences, and family-friendly programming along San Diego’s bayside shoreline. The holiday weekend lineup includes the return of the Campland Rocks live music series on the Central Park Stage, featuring Barbwire (Country) on Friday, May 22, Black Rock Candy on Saturday, May 23 and EDM Night on Sunday, May 24. Additional activities scheduled throughout the weekend include soccer, dodgeball, flag football, basketball knockout, ping pong, horseshoes, bean bag tournaments, water balloon tosses, arts & crafts, Music Bingo, Candy Bar Bingo, scavenger hunts, and the resort’s evening bike parades. Campers can also enjoy a variety of waterfront recreation opportunities throughout the weekend, including kayak, pedal boat, and pontoon boat rentals from Campland’s Marina or ski boat, wave runner, and paddleboard rentals available through Adventure Water Sports onsite. Beach cruisers, golf carts, and surrey carts are also available for exploring the bayfront and surrounding resort grounds. Dining options throughout the weekend include casual waterfront meals, cocktails, and sweet treats at Campland Cantina, located steps from the beach and resort activities. To continue the start-of-summer celebration beyond Memorial Day Weekend, Campland on the Bay is also offering a special Inflation Relief Promotion featuring 40 percent campsite stays from June 1-12, 2026, using promo code EARLY26. (Super site not included.) The offer applies to new reservations booked between April 24 and June 7, 2026, for qualifying stays with arrival dates between June 1 and June 10, 2026. Restrictions apply. For travelers without an RV, both properties provide resources for local RV rental companies that can deliver and set up RVs directly onsite. Tent camping is also available. To book a reservation or to learn more about resort amenities, please visit Campland.com and MissionBayRVResort.com. Campland on the Bay on Facebook / Instagram Mission Bay RV Resort on Facebook / Instagram

Starting in January, visitors to Balboa Park will be able to purchase a monthly, quarterly or annual parking pass.

Bring your family and friends to Old Poway Park and celebrate our country’s independence “turn of the 20th century" style. Old Fashioned Fourth features patriotic entertainment, free children's crafts, train displays, and old-fashioned games. Tasty treats and train rides are available for a nominal fee. Free shuttles available starting at 9:30 a.m. from Poway Adult School and Poway City Hall. Visit: https://poway.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=5343

The U.S. and Iran are fighting for control of the Strait of Hormuz, threatening a return to all-out war after agreeing to a ceasefire last month.