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A special opportunity for San Diego+Tijuana youth to express their unique point of view on the subject of PLACE, through digital works of photography, mixed media and illustration. On May 18, 2024, Outside the Lens will host “Voice Out,” a reception, panel discussion, and juried youth arts exhibition featuring photography, mixed media, and illustrations at the organization’s Wonder Lab in San Diego’s East Village. The exhibit will display works by young creatives from San Diego and Tijuana that express their unique perspective on “Place.” This year’s exhibition marks a first for Outside the Lens, and the inaugural theme of “Place” aims to create a welcoming space and place for young people, families, educators, creatives, and all community members interested in experiencing artworks that explore the concepts of belonging, connection, and self-expression. The show’s title, “Voice Out” refers to how empowering it can feel for young people to tell their own stories and how that empowerment can positively transform entire communities. Free registration for the event is available through the “Voice Out” website. There will also be paid tickets available for an exclusive preview and reception from 3-4 p.m. All entries will be displayed and celebrated and the evening will include a live DJ set, a panel discussion, and an awards ceremony. Youth, aged 8-12, and teens, aged 13-19, are encouraged to submit digital work through Outside the Lens’ “Voice Out” website from March 4 through April 7, 2024. A jury of youth, artists, and community leaders from the San DiegoTijuana region will select winning submissions to be featured on the night of the event. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three works in each category. More information and event registration details can be found here. “Voice Out” Exhibition: Save the Date: Outside the Lens will host the free “Voice Out” exhibition and youth arts event on Saturday, May 18, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Wonder Lab, 125 14th Street, San Diego. Visit the “Voice Out” website for more details on how to register and attend. About Outside the Lens: Outside the Lens amplifies the voices of youth facing systemic disadvantages through the media arts, encouraging self expression, learning, and civic engagement. We activate voices of youth, catalyzing change within themselves and their communities and have brought arts-integrated programming to over 25,000 students in weekly classes, after-school programs, summer sessions, workshops, and teacher training for over 20 years. OTL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our IRS tax ID number 26-4832772. Stay Connected with Outside The Lens! Facebook | Instagram | X

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Jenny & The Tramps return to Golden Island Dim Sum & Asian Cuisine for the 166th show of Dim Sum & Jazz! Seating Begins at 6 p.m. Music from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Call (858) 578-8800 for reservations! Reservations are highly encouraged! About Jenny & The Tramps Stemming from Southern California, Jenny and the Tramps consists of hardworking musicians from the San Diego music scene. Starting out playing cover songs and entertaining fans for hours on end, they have now come together to write original material. Members consist of Jenny O’Henny and the brothers De La Rosa. Marrying elements of Soul and Funk , their influences range from Amy Winehouse to Stevie Wonder, the Beatles, and Wheeler Walker Jr. Jenny & The Tramps Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/jennyandthetramps/ See More Events www.goldenislanddimsum.com www.bardicmanagement.com/events https://www.bardicmanagement.com/golden-island

Oceanside Arts Commission, Oceanside Public Library, and Oceanside CA Cultural District invite you to attend the O’Arts: Creative Community Impact event on May 3, 2024, 3-5 p.m. at the Seabird Hotel. The O’Arts: Creative Community Impact event aims to share the City of Oceanside's appreciation and recognition for the impact of local artists, advocates, and organizers within the arts & culture sector. Join us for an exciting afternoon of arts and culture appreciation. • Performances by local artists, performers, and musicians • Announcement of the winning mural design for Mainstreet Oceanside's Art that Excites • Awardees of the 2024-25 Oceanside Arts & Culture Grant announced • Results of the Americans for the Arts ‘Arts & Economic Prosperity (AEP6)’ Study • Engaging panel discussion with local artists and arts organizers, hosted by Quantal Langford • Visual art display featuring local visual artists • Follow Oceanside Roller Skating to Artist Alley for this year’s first Oceanside Artwalk, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

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Photographer and former San Diegan Alanna Airitam just opened a new solo show in Escondido. Airitam challenges racism and representation with photography that feels magical and timeless while also being unflinchingly real and present.