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Union Hall Gallery Presents "Inspiration": A Solo Exhibition by Vira Ustianska Exhibition Details: Title: "Inspiration" Date: May 3 - June 1, 2025 Location: Union Hall Gallery, 2323 Broadway, Suite 201, San Diego, CA Opening Reception: Saturday, May 3, 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Gallery Hours: Fridays 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., and by appointment For further information or to book an appointment, please contact: info@unionhallgallery.org or call: (619) 202-0711 Vira Ustianska is a Ukrainian artist and art teacher. She has a master’s degree in painting in Kharkiv State Academy of Design and Art, where she studied at the portrait-genre workshop under the guidance of professors Victor Chaus and Vasily Ganotskiy. Among her many accolades, she has been a curator of the Drawing Studio at the National Union of Artists of Ukraine in Zaporizhzhia. In 2017 she opened a studio of academic painting ‘V-ART’ and taught painting, drawing, plastic anatomy, coloring, and composition at the collegiate level. In 2022, she was evacuated to the USA due to the war in Ukraine. Over the past 2 years she has created around 300 paintings, and takes part in art shows throughout San Diego. “I think it is, like musical notes, that in painting, we do not have borders, we do not have words, and we have Inspiration… Pure Inspiration is indescribable; you can just feel and take it. That’s precisely why I would like to share these paintings, which were created in San Diego County and reflect the light and landscapes that inspire me every day. It is my goal to build a bridge between the modern impressionistic paintings I have created here in California with South-East Ukrainian Impressionistic Art and Inspire us all to live and feel life!” Visit: unionhallgallery.org/exhibitions/ Vira Ustianska on Facebook / Instagram

In this meet-and-greet with artist Matt Devine, learn about his immersive installation "Walk With Me." Matt will lead a brief tour of the gallery while in conversation with OMA's Director of Exhibitions and Collections, Katie Dolgov. Questions are encouraged. Leave behind the chaos of modern life and step into a tranquil space where the restorative qualities of nature take center stage. This program is free with regular museum admission. Visit: Special Event | Gallery Walkthrough with Matt Devine Oceanside Museum of Art on Instagram and Facebook

Immerse yourself in the rich creative landscape of Baja California with this expertly curated cultural tour by Art Scene Baja. Each VIP experience includes round-trip transportation from the border, a gourmet lunch, and wine tasting featuring Baja’s finest vintages. - The Vanguard Culture team will meet you on the U.S. side of the border and we will walk across together. The Art Scene Baja bus will pick us up immediately on the other side. Guests will be returned to the San Ysidro border and will walk across with the Vanguard Culture team. Friday, May 23, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.: Visual Arts Tour Explore the latest exhibitions at renowned cultural institutions. Meet talented local artists in their studios and witness their creative process. Enjoy a private wine-tasting experience showcasing premium Baja wines. Indulge in a gourmet lunch featuring Mexican or fusion cuisine. Discover exquisite ceramic art and contemporary designs. Return transportation to the Tijuana border crossing. Price per person: $300 USD Creative Industry Professionals: $225 USD *This ticket category open to creative industry professionals from the visual, performing, or culinary arts. Must show proof via a professional website, business card or online portfolio. Visit: Vanguard Culture Visit: Art Scene Baja

Students and a right-leaning nonprofit sued UC San Diego for allegedly supporting a scholarship fund for Black students. They cited the 1871 Ku Klux Klan Act as evidence to support their case.

Join us for the Annual Santee Street Fair and Craft Beer Festival featuring live music and entertainment, food and craft vendor booths, carnival rides and more! This is a free, public event. The local Boy Scouts will have a pancake breakfast where proceeds directly benefit the Boy Scouts. Come early and get your breakfast before our Opening Ceremonies! Breakfast will be served from 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. It is only $8 (CASH ONLY) which includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, and coffee or orange juice. Beer Garden Information: Best Craft Beer Garden In East County VIP Pre-Sale Tickets for $25 ~ Includes 10 Beer Tasters and a Meal Participating Breweries to be Announced Soon! Vendor Information: If you sell 100% homemade arts and crafts contact gonzalez@santeechamber.com for specialty pricing. The sale of firearms, tobacco, tobacco/drug paraphernalia, alcohol, or any other item that promotes the use of illicit substance is prohibited. Visit: https://santeestreetfair.com/

Paola Hernández-Jiao is the Public Matters community engagement manager at KPBS. Public Matters is an initiative that provides content, conversation and events ensuring all San Diegans understand their opportunity to participate in the democratic process including news stories on politics and governance, facilitated, in-person discussions around important issues that often divide us, helpful resources and explainers about participation in community groups and institutions that make decisions that impact our lives on a daily basis.

Ground Floor Murals' Paul Jimenez painted a fast, emotional tribute after the deaths of three longtime San Diego Zoo residents.

Opening Reception: Saturday, May 24, 5–7 p.m. May 24–June 14, 2025 AAC ART STUDIO 2025 STUDENT EXHIBITION AT THE AAC ART STUDIO SUBMIT ENTRY HERE: https://zfrmz.com/LZgvXCSg1iMKRWVuae5Y The Student Exhibition will include works by students who have completed a class at the Athenaeum School of the Arts during the last two years. Artwork entries for this exhibition will be accepted between Monday, March 3–Friday, May 9, 2025. Each artist may enter up to one (1) artwork for this exhibition. Artists will be notified via email after May 12. CALL FOR ENTRIES OPEN MARCH 3–MAY 9, 2025 CRITERIA Artists: Must have completed a class at the Athenaeum School of the Arts or PEEC program within the past two years. Media: Maximum one (1) work/image per artist (jpegs, no larger than 2 MB). 2-D and 3-D media. Work must be ready-to-hang and may not exceed 60 inches in width or height. Date: Artwork must have been completed within the past 2 years. Deadline to Enter: Friday, May 9, 2025 by 11:59 p.m. PDT Artwork Drop-off: between 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sunday, May 18 and Monday, May 19 at the Athenaeum Art Center, 1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113. For inquiries regarding artwork drop-off or installation please feel free to contact: Maura Walters, Director, School of the Arts // mwalters@ljathenaeum.org Jocelyn Saucedo Larson, Exhibitions Liaison // jsaucedo@ljathenaeum.org Chris Padilla, Assistant Director, Athenaeum Art Center // cpadilla@ljathenaeum.org The Athenaeum holds several student and teacher exhibition events each year. The exhibition can be viewed in the AAC Art Studio at the Athenaeum Art Center (1955 Julian Avenue, San Diego, CA 92113) during open gallery hours, Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and every second Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m., during the Barrio Art Crawl, and by appointment.

FilmOut San Diego will be presenting the 25th Annual FilmOut San Diego LGBTQ Film Festival August 21-24, 2025. We are one of the longest-running film festivals in Southern California and the only LGBTQ film festival in the San Diego area. Our festival is well-respected in the film community and often have World and U.S. premieres. People from around the world attend the festival as we offer filmmakers Q&A sessions after most films. Interviews with filmmakers and talent are uploaded to social media platforms for maximum exposure. We also have a fantastic Opening Night gala and Closing Night reception each year. This year our annual San Diego LGBTQ Film Festival will be a four-day event that includes international, documentary, short and feature films shown in two different locations. As always, we strive to show the newest LGBTQ-themed film selections available. FilmOut San Diego annually affirms the ongoing integrity and boundless imagination of our community and the artists who tell our stories. We believe our work is part of an ongoing effort to build a vibrant, affirming and sustainable LGBTQ community in San Diego County. FilmOut on Facebook / Instagram

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