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Ages 5-12. Students in this course will build essential sewing skills using both hand-sewing techniques and the sewing machine. Over six weeks, they’ll learn safety practices, stitching basics, machine navigation, and troubleshooting while growing confident in their technical abilities. As they explore idea development and practice foundational skills, students will create both functional and decorative pieces. The class wraps up with fun and functional final projects that showcase their creativity and growth. ArtReach San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

California lawmakers are looking to end a tax break for the owners of an immigration detention center in the Imperial Valley. Plus, why San Diego's commercial fishing industry is declining. And, San Diego's binational soccer culture shines during the World Cup.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. College-Rolando Library located at 6600 Montezuma Road, San Diego Make enrichment items for shelter animals! No supplies or advance registration needed — show up and have some fun while giving back! Children of all ages are welcome. San Diego Humane Society on Facebook / Instagram / TikTok

Experience a transformative journey with "A Walk with Yáamay," a series of free, site-specific guided “art walks” presented by New Village Arts. Led by a council of Indigenous artists and curators, these immersive tours blend natural exploration with live poetry, song, visual art, and performance. Drawing inspiration from "Yáamay: An Anthology of Feminine Perspectives Across Indigenous California," this experience invites you to become part of the narrative. Every participant will be provided with a journal and pencil to capture personal reflections, sketches, and insights as the performance unfolds around them- as well as a copy of the anthology. The "A Walk with Yáamay" program is proud to partner with Queer Sol Collective, the poets of Yáamay, and local parks and recreation spaces to bring this experience to life.

The San Diego Museum of Art Artists Guild presents "The Art of Now: Pushing Boundaries," a juried exhibition by Max Presneill of The Torrance Art Museum. All artists in the State of California were invited to submit their art for consideration. Exhibition Dates: June 5- 28, 2026. Opening Reception: Saturday, June 6, 5-9 p.m. Gallery Hours: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays, & special event hours T.B.A. Location: Union Hall Gallery at 2323 Broadway #201, San Diego, CA 92102 Info: theartofnowexhibition@gmail.com theartofnowexhibition.weebly.com/

Richard Louv coined the term "nature-deficit disorder" two decades ago. On a hike near Julian, he explains why slowing down and paying attention to the natural world can improve our health, reshape how we think and help us feel more alive.

An intimate artist talk featuring women creators sharing how they integrate personal wellness—mental, emotional, and physical—into their artistic practice for sustainable creativity and resilience. Visit: https://mcasd.org/events/creating-with-care The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

Under a settlement reached Wednesday, the city has given itself until the end of the year to sunset a controversial program that requires people to pay for parking at Balboa Park.

For years, El Cajon has long been a hub for refugees and immigrants from the Middle East and North Africa. Now, amid President Donald Trump’s refugee ban, they are coping with the help of neighborhood ties and a local nonprofit.

Friday, April 10 | Viewing Starts at 4 p.m. and Activities start at 4:30 p.m. Activities end at 7 p.m., but viewing will continue if Splashdown is later. This event is included with admission. Come earlier in the day and save your receipt to join the PJ Party! Explorer Pass Holders and Museum Members are free. Those arriving at 4pm or later can get half price admission for the event! Get ready for an unforgettable day of discovery, excitement, and real-time space history at the San Diego Air & Space Museum’s Artemis II Splashdown Family PJ Night Watch Party! Timed with the anticipated return of NASA’s Artemis II mission, this immersive event invites families to witness the dramatic splashdown of the Orion capsule—expected just off the coast of San Diego—and celebrate humanity’s next step toward the Moon. Experience Spaceflight in Real Time Guests will gather in the Museum’s Pavilion of Flight at least one hour prior to splashdown to watch the live broadcast of Orion’s return to Earth on a massive LED screen. Follow along as the capsule re-enters the atmosphere, deploys parachutes, and splashes down—marking a historic milestone in human space exploration. Hands-On Activities for All Ages Starting at 4:30 p.m., guests can explore a variety of education-led activity stations, including: - Chocolate heat shield experiments - Parachute and safe-landing challenges - Stomp rocket launches - Robotics and engineering builds - 3D pen design creations - Blackout poetry inspired by space communications Family PJ Night Fun Come dressed in your favorite pajamas. - Creative space-themed activities - A relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere - Food & Drinks The Flight Path Grill will be open until 6:30 p.m. offering a full menu of family-friendly food, snacks, and beverages to enjoy while watching the live stream. Featured Exhibit Don’t miss the 8.5-foot-tall Space Launch System (SLS) rocket model, showcasing the powerful vehicle sending astronauts around the Moon as part of NASA’s Artemis program. San Diego Air & Space Museum on Facebook / Instagram