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"Let’s Go Wild!" — A Celebration of Wildlife and Wonder A collective of San Diego regional artists announces, “Let’s Go Wild!”, an immersive wildlife‑inspired art exhibition created and organized by the exhibiting artists. This lively, interactive event invites visitors to experience wildlife art in surprising, playful, and engaging ways through hands‑on activities, creative workshops, educational programs, and imaginative encounters that spark curiosity and joy. Featuring artwork by Julie Brooks, Ira Cosmos, Elena Miller, Joan Hansen, and Chelsea Paulus, the exhibition showcases fierce, funny, and unforgettable wildlife through painting, sculpture, and photography—art that leaps off the walls and into the imagination. Exhibition & Events • Exhibition Dates: April 11 – May 1 • Opening Reception (Wild Animal Costume Party): April 11, 3–5 p.m. Artists will appear in animal‑inspired costumes, and guests are encouraged to join in—whether in full costumes or with simple animal‑themed accessories. Complimentary masks and headbands will be provided. “Best Wild Look” contest winners will receive art prizes, and giveaways. • Closing Reception “Finissage”: May 1, 3–5 p.m. Workshops & Programs • April 11, 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Scratch Art Class (all ages) • April 18, 12 p.m. — STEM Docent Tour in collaboration with volunteers from the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve (https://elfinforest.olivenhain.com/). Contact: support@letsgowild.co to schedule docent lead tours and classes. • April 21, 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Art & Wildflower Seed “Bombs” Printmaking and Farmers Market Earth Day Kids Parade Celebrating Local Agriculture & Biodiversity With support from the San Diego County Farm Bureau (www.sdfarmbureau.org), the exhibition highlights how local farms help protect wildlife and biodiversity. Their interactive display—created with contributions from regional producers—shows how stewardship and food production coexist in a shared landscape. While art inspires love for wildlife, farming helps protect it. Let’s Go Wild on Facebook / Instagram

Free Spring Choral Concert at First UMC of San Diego in Mission Valley Saturday, May 9 at 4 p.m. at 2111 Camino del Rio South, San Diego Available In Person & Online | Free Childcare Provided! Join us for our annual Spring Choral Concert, the final concert in our 2025-26 music series, and always a crowd favorite. Sung by the FUMCSD Masterwork Chorale, Chancel Choir, and Soloists, the 2026 Spring Choral Concert takes place in the FUMCSD Sanctuary in Mission Valley on Saturday, May 9 at 4 p.m. This concert will feature a special performance of Rossini’s Petite Messe Solennelle, a lesser-known mass setting written with an operatic flair. If you're unable to join us in person, the choral concert will also be livestreamed on YouTube! About The Cultural Events Music Series First United Methodist Church of San Diego’s cultural event music series brings a mix of classic and folk music to the Mission Valley neighborhood of San Diego. These free concerts take place throughout the year and are made possible through the support of generous donors. Please consider becoming a patron of the music series! First UMC of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

First, a new 88-unit affordable housing community just landed in Downtown. Then, new information on ICE arrests was just released from members of San Diego’s congressional delegation. Also, we’ll tell you about some recent complications at the Escondido Public Library. And our feature story highlights the San Diego International Fringe Festival returning for its 14th year. Last but not least, some weekend event ideas for you and yours happening across the county.

Join us for the By the Bay Concert Series. San Diego Mission Bay Resort presents the By the Bay Concert Series, a waterfront lineup of live music and themed nights under the stars on Mission Bay. Set against breezy bay views and glowing sunsets, guests can enjoy cocktails, bites and unforgettable evenings filled with music, dancing and laid-back coastal energy. Escape to island time with Parrotdise on the Bay, a Jimmy Buffett tribute night bringing all the beachside classics and tropical vibes to the waterfront. Expect feel-good favorites, singalong anthems and a sunset soundtrack inspired by margaritas, flip flops and carefree summer nights. Gather your crew, grab a cocktail and enjoy an evening that feels straight out of Margaritaville. Make a night of it and stay overnight at the resort so you can skip the drive home and continue the weekend with brunch at Covewood the next morning. Arrive early for cocktails on the Covewood patio before the show begins and soak in golden hour views over Mission Bay. Limited seating will be available and low beach chairs are permitted. Visit website for overnight packages: missionbayresort.com

The 145-mile transmission line would bisect Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, widely recognized as California's largest and most biodiverse state park.

Mark your calendar and get ready to bring home your new best friend! Join us on Saturday, June 6 to celebrate California Adopt-a-Pet Day, with waived adoption fees for every available animal! Our shelters are full of dogs and puppies, cats and kittens, guinea pigs, farm animals, reptiles — so many deserving animals with lots of love to give. Shelters across California are overcapacity with animals in need of loving homes, so we’re excited to join this state-wide initiative hosted by CalAnimals, SF SPCA and the ASPCA to help even more pets find their new families. Fees will be waived on June 6 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at all our locations in El Cajon, Escondido, Oceanside and San Diego! Adoptions are completed on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend arriving early to take advantage of this one-day promotion. Event Page on Facebook and Instagram Visit: https://sdhumane.org/

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Monday, May 11, 2026 at 11:30 p.m. on KPBS TV. The film explores the life and tragic passing of up-and-coming visual artist Michael Richards, a New Yorker of Jamaican descent who died in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Michael’s body of work explores the Black experience in America. His life and art are discussed in the film by a handful of his peers and fans.

BWSD x WAHN Two community forces coming together to kick off Black History Month the right way. Imani, the owner of Black Women SD, has been intentionally creating safe spaces to celebrate Blackness in San Diego. This time, she’s collaborating with Jordan Kai, a long standing community organizer and the founder and event producer behind We Are Here Now SD, to bring that vision to the dance floor. With MYYON and DJ Kitana on the decks, this is more than a party. It’s a dance event rooted in Black arts, culture, and really good music. A space to move, connect, and celebrate who we are and where we come from. Come dance with us. Come celebrate Black history, Black creativity, and Black joy—together.

The San Diego Padres announced Saturday its current controlling owners, the Seidler family, had agreed to transfer control of the team to a new ownership group led by Kwanza Jones and José Feliciano.

dr pilates Celebrates Scripps Ranch Studio Opening with Community Ribbon Cutting Event dr pilates, a boutique Pilates studio brand known for its expert instruction and welcoming wellness spaces, will celebrate the opening of its Scripps Ranch location with an official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony hosted by the North San Diego Business Chamber. The community event will bring together local chamber members, community leaders, studio instructors, and guests to celebrate the studio’s newest San Diego location and its mission of supporting wellness through mindful movement. The ribbon cutting celebration will feature: - Official North San Diego Business Chamber ribbon cutting ceremony - Live Pilates demonstrations inside the studio - Opportunities to meet dr pilates Owner, instructors, and team members - Studio tours and meet-and-greet with the community - Refreshments and light bites - Exclusive opening offers for attendees The event offers community members a chance to experience the dr pilates approach firsthand while connecting with a growing wellness community in Scripps Ranch. “Opening our Scripps Ranch studio has been an exciting milestone for dr pilates,” said Doug Riccio, Owner and CEO of dr pilates. “We designed this space to be a calm, welcoming environment where people can build strength, reconnect with their bodies, and feel supported in their wellness journey. Partnering with the North San Diego Business Chamber for this ribbon cutting allows us to celebrate not just a new studio, but the incredible community that surrounds it.” dr pilates is known for its expert-led classes, thoughtful instruction, and supportive studio environments that prioritize sustainable strength and long-term wellness. The Scripps Ranch location is the third location expanding the brand’s growing Southern California presence and brings its signature Pilates experience to one of San Diego’s most active communities. Guests attending the ribbon cutting will have the opportunity to learn more about the studio’s class offerings, meet instructors, and take advantage of special introductory promotions available during the event. Event Details What: dr pilates Scripps Ranch Ribbon Cutting Celebration Hosted By: North San Diego Business Chamber Where: 10625 Scripps Poway Pkwy Suite A, San Diego, CA 92131 When: March 27 1 - 3:30 p.m. Who Should Attend: Community members, wellness enthusiasts, chamber members, and local residents About dr pilates dr pilates is a boutique Pilates studio brand focused on strength, wellness, and mindful movement. Known for expert instruction and welcoming studio environments, dr pilates helps clients build strength, improve mobility, and feel more connected to their bodies through thoughtfully designed Pilates classes. The brand currently operates studios in Los Angeles and San Diego. For more information, visit: www.drpilates.com dr pilates on Facebook / Instagram