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Project [BLANK] continues its tradition as San Diego’s most innovative producer of opera, with a new production that busts open the operatic form and scatters its pieces throughout a public park. PARK OPERA is a one-of-a-kind interdisciplinary arts experience, free and open to the public. Staged outdoors in a public park, audiences receive a map and follow a wandering course through a landscape filled with music, art, and movement. Listeners of all ages will discover unexpected delights as they explore the park, igniting the imagination, activating the senses, and encouraging us to become “all ears.” In the process, we all can gain a deeper appreciation for our urban natural spaces, and consider the impact our presence leaves on our beautiful landscape. PARK OPERA was conceived by composer Wojtek Blecharz, and has been performed in public parks in Poland, Germany, and Austria. Project [BLANK] is excited to bring this new work to San Diego for its U.S. Premiere. Visit: https://www.projectblanksd.org/park-opera Project BLANK on Instagram / Facebook

"Save the Ocean 5" art and poetry exhibition from March 26 to May 28 celebrates the richness of the ocean environment by displaying a variety of mediums from a diverse range of artists, whose work is about the ocean world. Front Porch Gallery in collaboration with Surfing Madonna Oceans Project endeavors to promote a love and understanding of the fragile coastal environment by encouraging people to be stewards of the ocean, to appreciate what we have and preserve it for future generations. Artists will have the opportunity to share their experience at Docent Tours, and poets will be invited to read at the reception. Throughout the exhibition we’ll host opportunities for the community to view the work and experience creative engagements at the gallery through making, discussing, and viewing programs. Awards given for exceptional and thought provoking visual artwork and poetry. Visit: https://www.frontporchgallery.org/save-the-ocean-5-prospectus/ Front Porch Gallery on Facebook / Instagram

Discover the latest trends and expert insights at our "Kitchen, Baths & More" seminar! Learn about "ADUs, custom homes, and outdoor living spaces" from industry professionals. Whether you’re planning a renovation or building from the ground up, this free event will provide valuable tips, design inspiration, and practical advice to help you bring your vision to life. Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions and get expert guidance on your next project! Marrokal Design and Remodeling on Facebook / Instagram

Join the Museum of Us for a lively Artist Talk with Kip Fulbeck, artist and creator of the new "hapa.me - 25 Years of The Hapa Project" exhibition. This event will begin with the artist talk as Kip discusses the concepts behind "The Hapa Project," shares images and stories of participant interactions, and reveals personal details about his artistic process. Guests will then have an opportunity to explore the new exhibit during a special after-hours meet-and-greet with Kip. Admission to this special event will include one year of Museum of Us membership! Tickets are required and space is limited. Register online now at https://museumofus.org/blog/artist-talk-kip-fulbeck. Museum of Us on Facebook / Instagram

Return to the intersection of music + dance at the "Lineage Show." On Sunday, June 29, the "Lineage Showcase" will bring the audience back to the powerful and ancient intersection of live music + improvisational dance. This 60 minute set will honor the diversity of Afro-Latin rhythms, and the ways movement and music connect us across generations. The showcase features professional dancers across all genres organized by Natasha Tia collaborating in real time with Mambo Nocturno, an incredible 13-piece live band led by Omar López. Together Omar and Natasha are creating an immersive and emotionally charged experience where the audience witnesses creativity unfolding in the moment—no two performances will ever be the same. This project’s celebration of cultural legacy, artistic freedom, and the healing power of community through music and movement will bring people together in the most intimate way. Learn more about the project at: movewisewellness.com/lineage Sun Dance Day Fest offers flexible ticket options for every kind of attendee—whether you’re coming to support local dancers, immerse yourself in the powerful Lineage Showcase, or experience it all. The $40 "Lineage Show" ticket includes access to the professional, live-music-driven performance and the evening social dancing, while the $60 All Access Pass lets you enjoy the entire day’s festivities, including both showcases and the social. Movewise Wellness on Instagram

Routinely called a "musician's musician," the pianist had an atypical career that even he called mysterious. He spent it returning to a handful of favorite composers, with acclaimed results.

The pieces in “The Art of Autism: A Different Lens" are as wide-ranging as the autism spectrum itself.

A lot of folks know New Mexico for green chiles, the largest hot air balloon festival in the world, and the birthplace of the bomb. But it's also a global center of flamenco—the passionate dance, song and music of the Roma people of southern Spain.

Programs hosted by local libraries and museums can offer community services on anything from hot lunches for school children to job search resources for individuals seeking employment. Grant funding cuts may reduce or end these services.

SDSU's 53rd Annual Pow Pow will be held on April 12, 2025. The San Diego State University Pow Wow is a cultural and social event held annually to bring together the Native American community at SDSU. SDSU has the reputation of having one of the longest-running pow-wows run by a university in California. This event is open to the public and is a partnership between the Native Resource Center, the SDSU American Indian Studies Department, the Native American Student Alliance, and the American Indian Alumni Chapter of SDSU. Saturday, April 12, 2025 at SDSU Main Campus - REC Field 103 11 a.m. - Gourd Dance - Open Session Noon - Grand Entry 1 - 6 p.m. - Dance Exhibitions & Honorings 6 p.m. - Bird Singing 8 p.m. - Approximate End The pow wow includes dance contests, cultural displays, arts and craft booths, food vendors, and various informational booths. There will be a Master of Ceremonies and Arena Director who help run the event. The MC works with the Arena Director to keep the pow wow program organized and running smoothly. The SDSU pow wow kicks off with Kumeyaay Bird singers followed by the Gourd Dance and Grandy Entry which signals the official start of the festivities. Kumeyaay Bird Songs have been passed down through generations and are used in times of celebration or grief, to sing, dance, and share culture in the company of friends.Bird Songs are used in the place of a written history and record an oral history and way of life for Kumeyaay people. Through the use of animal metaphors and allegory, the songs are used to instruct and imprint collective teachings about practical things such as food, the environment and geography, as well as history, customs, and social/moral values. The Gourd Dance is a Kiowa Tribe ceremonial dance that honors warriors or veterans. Many of those that dance this style are veterans and the idea is to honor all warriors alive or fallen for their service. Most notable of the gourd dance is the use of either a gourd rattle or metallic salt shaker rattle and a red and blue wool blanket draped over the shoulders. Grand Entry is the official start of the pow wow and all dancers enter the arena. During the grand entry, the color guard brings in the Eagle Staff which is a symbol of American Indian Nations, the U.S flag, state and veterans flags are also represented. This is also a time when we introduce our honored Head Staff and other important guests.