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A 5-Star Variety Bash of Arts, Laughter, and Imagination — for Kids of All Ages! Get ready, San Diego — the San Diego International Fringe Festival is bringing the magic straight to your neighborhood with Family Fringe Days, a free and fabulous celebration of creativity designed just for families. Think of it as the ultimate sampler platter of the arts: one moment you’re grooving with a live musician, the next you’re giggling at a clown’s antics, getting your face painted, or joining in on a Junkyard Jam Band! From mini-performances to hands-on art activities and interactive games, Family Fringe is all about fun, self-expression, and creating unforgettable memories with your kids. Why should families attend? Because play is powerful. Shared experiences like these nurture creativity, boost confidence, and build bonds that last long after the event ends. Whether your child is an aspiring artist or just curious to try something new, Family Fringe Days offer a safe, welcoming space to imagine, explore, and connect — all for free. Happening at library branches and community centers across San Diego from May 17–25. Great for kids, teens, and the young-at-heart! 100% FREE — because everyone deserves access to the arts. Learn more at: https://sdfringe.org/family-fringe/ San Diego International Fringe Festival on Facebook / Instagram

Third Sunday Craft is a monthly gathering of creative writers that fosters support, inspiration, and community. More than craft classes, Third Sunday Craft will help you construct and sustain a writing practice. New focus topics for each session will challenge writers to explore and expand their craft. Generative writing prompts will encourage you to grow and learn in exciting new ways. Sharing your work within a safe, supportive community will help you discover and strengthen your voice. Finally, with the goal of fostering supportive accountability, each session will conclude with a writer’s intentions for the month. Come check out Third Sunday Craft! Visit: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2025-05-18-may-third-sunday-craft-with-rich-farrell/ SD Writers Ink on Instagram and Facebook

A new exhibit displays Black Americans’ relationship to the Pacific Ocean between the 16th and 20th centuries. Then, we preview of the Without Walls Festival and the San Diego Book Crawl.

Use this time to finish any previous project started at an ArtReach workshop. Participants must have completed a workshop prior to signing up for an open studio session. Please email studiohq@artreachsandiego.org with any questions or concerns. We kindly ask that adults actively participate in this art activity alongside any child under the age of 11. Refunds are not available for no-shows, but a credit will be provided for a future class at Studio HQ if you cancel at least 24 hours before the class. ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram 9 am - 11 a.m. Open Studio 11 am - 1 p.m. Open Studio

Rugs have a deep history as a textile art, but also as objects that create space for comfort, thought, and worldbuilding. Using handheld tufting machines, participants can create and design their own rugs using colorful yarn. Learn how to create and translate a design for the medium as well as learn the basics of a tufting machine and begin filling in your designs. This class is perfect for ages 11+ and we kindly ask that adults actively participate in this art activity alongside any child under the age of 11. Refunds are not available for no-shows, but a credit will be provided for a future class at Studio HQ if you cancel at least 24 hours before the class. ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Use this time to finish any previous project started at an ArtReach workshop, from rug tufting to sewing, block printing, collage, risograph, and more! Participants must have completed a workshop prior to signing up for an open studio session. Please email studiohq@artreachsandiego.org with any questions or concerns. We kindly ask that adults actively participate in this art activity alongside any child under the age of 11. Refunds are not available for no-shows, but a credit will be provided for a future class at Studio HQ if you cancel at least 24 hours before the class. ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Hosted by: Lorraine Cote Paint boats, restaurants, the lighthouse, pedestrians, or a friendly seal. Park in the second row of spots for free, restrooms are available. Open to All Levels! Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape. How to Participate: Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: meetup.com/painter-86/ Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun! This is a non-instructional event. Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings. Become an Artist Alliance Member: Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: oma-online.org/membership/ Visit: oma-online.org/events/plein-air-paint-out-with-oma-artist-alliance-oceanside-harbor/ Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Hosted by: Lorraine Cote It’s just beautiful all along the lake shore with water fowl, children, and lovely water vistas. Parking is $3 (bring ones) and restrooms are available. Open to All Levels! Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape. How to Participate: Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: meetup.com/painter-86/ Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun! This is a non-instructional event. Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings. Become an Artist Alliance Member: Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art Visit: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/ Oceanside Museum of Art on Instagram and Facebook

Drop-In Play is for toddlers & kids to play and explore art materials in a safe, open environment with no formal instruction. Kids can move between different sensory stations at their own pace, sparking their curiosity and creativity. This class encourages hands-on discovery, allowing children to experience art through touch, sound, color, and texture. Refunds are not available for no-shows, but a credit will be provided for a future class at Studio HQ if you cancel at least 24 hours before the class. ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

The two-story, 13,000-square-foot arcade offers retro and modern games, pinball, art and more.