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“Surf Wagon”- Summer Paint and Sip at Artifex Brewery – Oceanside Tuesday, July 22 | 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Join us for the very first Paint & Sip Night at Artifex Brewery’s brand new tasting room in Oceanside! With plenty of space, a laid-back patio that flows seamlessly into indoor seating, a massive bar, and quality pizza just steps away, this is the perfect spot to unwind, sip, and get creative. We’ll be painting a Vintage “Surf Wagon”, a nod to Oceanside’s coastal charm and surf culture. This beginner-friendly class is guided step-by-step, and we’ll be working on a 14×14 canvas, giving you all the room you need to bring your beachy masterpiece to life. What’s included: - All painting supplies - A 14×14 canvas - Guided instruction by Local Artists (great for all levels!) A fun, creative evening at a local brewery. Ages 16+ welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult). While Artifex doesn’t serve food, you’re welcome to bring your own bites—or grab a slice from the pizza spot next door—and enjoy them with their refreshing selection of Brews. Spots are limited—reserve yours now and come sip, paint, and vibe out Oceanside style! Additional Information We encourage artistic freedom! You can alter the painting to fit your style and use any of our colors. Things to know: We require a 48-hour notice for cancellations/rescheduling. Refunds must be requested within 3 days of purchase. After 3 days a credit will be given. Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event start time. Give yourself time to park to avoid arriving late. Painting and Vino is not responsible for paint on customer or venue property. No outside food or drink is allowed. They are available for purchase. Wine is not included in your ticket purchase. If you have any questions about the event, feel free to contact customer service. Painting and Vino Vista on Facebook / Instagram

The San Diego Arab Film Festival is back for 2025 with live, in-person presentations of feature length and short films at the Museum of Photographic Arts. The festival will open on Friday, April 4, and present 8 screenings, each showcasing one feature film and one short film (except for one that has 2 shorts), from across the Arab World. Each evening, the festival will also offer cafeteria-style Arabic dinner. This year we have decided to emphasize films from or about countries that are under attack: Palestine, Lebanon, Syria and Yemen. Our opening and closing night features are from Palestine (including the Academy Award winner No Other Land), and each screening includes a short film from or about Palestine–including a powerful film about Gaza submitted by a filmmaker in Iran. The Festival also includes films from Egypt and Tunisia, both of which were submitted to the Oscars in the International Film category, and one from Algeria, a docu-drama about Frantz Fanon set at the beginning of the Algerian revolution. We are excited to bring these films to the San Diego community! Tickets are on sale now, with individual screenings at $15 (discounted to $12 for students), 3-ticket packages for $40 and Festival passes for all 8 screenings for $80. Arabic dinners will be available each evening for $18. Online ticket sales close the morning of the event. Tickets will be available at the door until sold out. Visit The San Diego Arab Film Festival on Facebook / Instagram

Many teens are using artificial intelligence chatbots like ChatGPT for everything from homework to relationship advice. Experts say parents must lead the way in helping them understand the technology.

How did a streetwear-loving kid from Chicago become Louis Vuitton's artistic director in Paris? Critic Robin Givhan explores the rise of Virgil Abloh in her new book, Make It Ours.

Come see new painting and photography by a dozen members of La Jolla Art Association. Reception Saturday March 8 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. (located inside La Jolla Community Center) Featured artists are: Concetta Antico, Nicole Caulfield, Ann Chaitin, Albert Dean, Victoria Gist-Towner, Julia Hiebaum, Peggy Hinaekian, Stephen Housley, Jeannine Romero, Mark Sherman, Dottie Stanley, and Laura Wheeler. La Jolla Art Association is a community of artists based in the San Diego area. Please visit if you are an art lover or join our group if you are an artist. La Jolla Art Association is a non-profit association of artists established in 1918. La Jolla Art Association on Facebook / Instagram

"Stages of Womanhood" is a powerful exhibition showcasing the works of three female artists exploring themes of identity, transformation, and resilience through their unique creative lenses. The exhibition will run from March 1 to March 31, 2025, at Artist & Craftsman Supply, 3804 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, and will also be featured virtually with Ali Jay Fine Art Gallery in ArtGateVR. An opening reception will take place on Saturday, March 8, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. "Stages of Womanhood" showcases three distinct artistic voices, weaving deeply personal stories that illuminate the universal themes of femininity, motherhood, and self-discovery.

Coffee with Kafka and the UCSD German Studies Program present a free screening of "The Glory of Life," the award-winning film about the surprising love affair between the literary genius Franz Kafka and his last love, Dora Diamant, in the last year of his life. The film is open to the public and will be screened on the UCSD campus at the Suraj Israni Center for Cinematic Arts at UCSD. "The Glory of Life" premiered in 2024 in Berlin and has been nominated for three national German Film Awards. An interactive discussion on the film will be held separately, on Sunday, May 18 at 2 p.m. in Pan's Garden. Reservations are required. Visit: http://www.coffeewithkafka.com/

Take your photography to the streets! Show people your world, through your eyes while exploring urban landscapes of San Diego and techniques street photographers use to capture the moments, objects, places and people that they see. Using DSLR cameras, explore the relationship between people and place as you learn about environmental portraiture, landscape photography, photojournalism, storytelling, lighting, framing and more! Equipment and snacks will be provided. Register Outside the Lens on Instagram and Facebook

Does talking to a cute stranger make your palms sweat? Confidence coach Regina Bonds offers advice on to how to put yourself out there, including how to show interest without coming off as creepy.

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