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Come explore the foundations of painting! This acrylic class provides instruction in basic and intermediate painting techniques. Students will develop technical skills in color theory, composition, brushwork, layering, and surface preparation through a series of guided projects. This class is suitable for teens of all skill levels and supports the development of a strong foundation in acrylic painting within a focused studio environment. Susan Walters is an oil painter who has taught art (K–6th grade) at the Gillispie School for over 30 years. She studied fine art at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and the Art Students League of New York. Prior to painting, Susan was a printmaker for Ruth Leaf Studio in NYC. Max students: 12 Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Facebook / Instagram

Saturday, May 9 marks the 34th anniversary of the National Association of Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive, the nation’s largest one-day food drive. Each year on the second Saturday in May, letter carriers collect non-perishable food donations left by customers at their mailboxes. The food goes directly to the San Diego Food Bank and other local pantries to help families in San Diego County who are facing hunger. Over the past 30 years, the drive has collected more than 1.94 billion pounds of food nationwide. Yet the need remains high—over 47 million Americans, including 13 million children and 7.4 million seniors, experience food insecurity. The drive is especially important in spring, when many food pantries run low on supplies and school meal programs are unavailable to many children. How to help: Place a bag of non-perishable food by your mailbox on Saturday, May 9, 2026, and your letter carrier will pick it up and deliver it the San Diego Food Bank and other local food pantries. Together, we can help Stamp Out Hunger® National Association of Letter Carriers’ on Facebook / Instagram

SoCal Taco Fest Saturday, May 2 from 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday, May 3 from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Kick off May with bold tacos, DJs, and live Latin music — headlined by a live concert from Frankie J! Enjoy cultural performances, Lucha Libre All-Stars, and plenty of family-friendly fun. “Guac Off” challenge presented by Avocados from Peru, features Danielle (91X), Kristi (Magic 92.5), and Pandar (Z90) competing for the Guac Off Champion title, hosted by R Dub! with surprise celebrity judges. The Bayside Stage, presented by Harrah’s Resort SoCal — voted Best Resort in Funner, California — brings the energy all day long, while the fan-favorite Chihuahua Beauty Pageant, also presented by Harrah’s Resort SoCal, delivers laughs and crowd-pleasing moments you won’t want to miss. Keep the celebration going with Viva La Música (May 1–17, Fridays–Sundays) featuring Latin-inspired cuisine, an incredible collection of RC Lowriders, and performances by local community groups and musicians — all set against SeaWorld San Diego’s Mission Bay backdrop of thrilling coasters and over 9,000 animals. Upgrade to a SoCal Taco Fest Fun Card and enjoy the rest of 2026 free, including the all-new Shark Encounter opening this spring! SoCal Taco Fest on Facebook / Instagram

A federal appeals court says above-ground construction cannot continue without approval from Congress, siding with historic preservation advocates.

"Dave Eassa: Head Above the Clouds" presents new paintings, sculpture, and installation by San Diego–based artist Dave Eassa, developed through sustained collaboration with local youth and community partners. The exhibition centers on a new suite of paintings by Eassa and functions as an immersive environment shaped by shared authorship, with participants contributing stories, drawings, and ideas that inform the installation. The project centers grief, resilience, and hope through collective making as core elements of the exhibition. California Center for the Arts Museum on Facebook / Instagram

Short-form clips of long interviews and shows are taking over the internet. But behind the sea of social media clips are marketplaces offering freelance clippers money per view.

The Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts together with Alumni Relations at UC San Diego proudly invite you to the 2026 Suraj Israni Memorial Lecture, featuring Emmy®-winning producer, studio builder, and UC San Diego alumna Marge Dean. As Head of the Studio at Skybound Entertainment, Dean leads the development and production of original animated content and is building a new production facility behind major properties including Invincible for Amazon Prime. Renowned for designing and scaling animation studios and pipelines, her career spans leadership roles at Crunchyroll Studios, Warner Bros. Animation, Mattel, Technicolor, and more—shaping the future of animation at a global level. Beyond the studio, Dean is a transformative industry advocate. As a leader of Women in Animation, she helped grow the organization into a world-class nonprofit reaching tens of thousands of animation professionals and students worldwide. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, network, and get inspired by a visionary who has turned bold ideas into industry-defining realities. Bonus! Enjoy speaker artwork A multimedia artist, Marge Dean has a new conceptual art exhibition titled "The Sweepers" and six pieces will be on display in the Mosaic lobby for viewing before and after the event. Each piece is built around the same concept: What would a world where housework is valued — and the women doing it recognized as creative visionaries — look like? Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-memorial-lecture-featuring-animation-executive-marge-dean-tickets-1977731827134?aff=kpbs Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts on Instagram

Join us for an egg-cellent time! Saturdays and Sundays March 28, 29 & April 4, 5 Departures at 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Forget the ordinary Easter egg hunt! This year, whisk your little bunnies on a magical adventure aboard the Pacific Southwest Railway Museum’s Bunny Train on a journey through San Diego County’s picturesque countryside in a train decked out with colorful Easter cheer. But the fun doesn’t stop there! Once you arrive at the Museum, a treasure trove of hidden eggs awaits in the grand Exhibit Building. Every nook and cranny will be bursting with colorful surprises! Children can trade their collected eggs for yummy treats and awesome prizes – the perfect reward for little egg-splorers. And the pièce de résistance? Meet the Easter Bunny himself! He’ll be chilling in his charming garden, ready for cuddles, photo ops, and all the “Happy Easters!” you can throw at him. This Easter, make memories that will last a lifetime. Book your tickets to the Bunny Train and: - Hop aboard a train ride through stunning scenery - Join the grand egg hunt in the Museum - Meet the Easter Bunny for cuddles and photos - Create unforgettable Easter memories with your family Note: All train rides depart from our Campo location located at 750 Depot Street, Campo, CA 91906. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum on Facebook / Instagram

"Occupy Thirdspace III: The Park" tells the visual story of public and collective land use through the perspective of artists whose work has touched, traversed, and activated the site of Friendship Park. This historical landmark located at the westernmost end of our southern border, has been a meeting place and source of hope across divides, later a site of concentrated militarization. The objects in "OTS III" work together to resurrect the spirit of Friendship Park as a bridge, encounter, and neighborhood. Featuring: Las Comadres, Art Made Between Opposite Sides (AMBOS), and Friends of International Friendship Park. Curated by Sara Solaimani and natalia ventura.

Stream now with KPBS+ / Watch Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV. Test cook Nik Sharma makes host Julia Collin Davison a flavorful Tandoori Salmon. Gear Heads hosts Hannah Crowley and Lisa McManus share their favorite kitchen gadgets under $15. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of yogurt. And test cook Lan Lam prepares Broiled Smashed Zucchini with Garlicky Yogurt for host Bridget Lancaster.